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  • 150 lbCapacity
  • 88 lbWeight
  • 22 x 37 inDeck size

Wheelchair Carrier Model 117 Mini Electric Lift

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  • BrandWheelchair Carrier
  • ModelModel 117

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Specifications

Lifting
Model117
Lift typeHitch mounted electric platform lift
Weight capacity150 lb
Hitch compatibilityClass II or Class III
Receiver size1 1/4 in or 2 in square
ControlsHandheld switch box
Wiring21 ft harness with 30 amp resettable circuit breaker
Country of manufactureUSA
Size & Build
Usable platform area37 in long x 22 in wide
Weight88 lb
Frame materialAll steel with e-coat and powder finish
Ground clearanceUp to 24 in
Securement2 retractable ratchet straps
FoldingAutomatic stowaway fold
Swing away optionAvailable as Model 130
Warranty3 year manufacturer warranty

Overview

Side angle of the Model 117 steel platform and lift mast

US built hitch mounted electric lift that raises a travel scooter or folding power chair up to 150 lb onto its steel platform at the flip of a switch, then folds itself into a stowaway position for the drive.

The Wheelchair Carrier Model 117 Mini Electric Lift is a hitch mounted platform lift sized for the lightest end of the mobility fleet. It carries travel scooters and folding power chairs weighing up to 150 lb on a 22 by 37 inch usable platform, and it does the lifting for you. Drive your scooter onto the lowered platform, cinch the two built in retractable ratchets, and hold the switch box rocker while the electric actuator raises the deck to travel height.

At 88 lb the Model 117 is one of the lightest powered lifts Wheelchair Carrier builds, which is exactly the point. It slides into a 1 1/4 inch or 2 inch square receiver on a Class II or Class III hitch, so it works behind sedans and small crossovers that could never run a full size powerchair lift. Ground clearance of up to 24 inches keeps the folded platform from scraping on driveways and parking ramps.

The whole assembly is fabricated from steel with an e-coat dip and powder topcoat, the same corrosion protection process used on automotive frames, and every unit is made in the USA. When you park, the platform folds itself up into a vertical stowaway position so the back of your vehicle stays short and visible in the mirror.

Power comes from your vehicle battery through the included 21 foot wire harness, which carries a 30 amp resettable circuit breaker so a fault trips the breaker instead of your vehicle wiring. Wheelchair Carrier backs the lift with a 3 year warranty.

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Warranty

What warranty comes with the Model 117?

Wheelchair Carrier backs the Model 117 with a manufacturer limited warranty. The exact coverage terms for this model are listed in the Specifications tab and the product documentation. Normal wear items and damage from misuse or accidents are excluded, as with all manufacturer warranties.

If something goes wrong, reach out to us first. We can often sort out a fix over the phone or ship a replacement part. Contact us and we will help.

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What mobility devices fit on the Model 117 Mini lift?

It is built for travel scooters and folding power chairs up to 150 lb that fit the 37 x 22 in usable platform. Most 3-wheel and 4-wheel travel scooters qualify, but weigh your device with its batteries and measure its footprint before you choose.

How do you load a scooter on the Model 117?

Drive your scooter onto the lowered platform, cinch the two built-in retractable ratchets, and hold the switch box rocker while the electric actuator raises the deck to travel height. Ground clearance of up to 24 in keeps it from scraping on driveways and parking ramps.

What hitch does my vehicle need for the Model 117?

A Class II or Class III hitch with a 1 1/4 in or 2 in square receiver. The lift weighs 88 lb before the scooter goes on, so check the total against your hitch maker's tongue weight rating and your vehicle manual.

How is the Model 117 powered?

It wires to your vehicle 12V battery through the included 21 ft harness. A 30 amp resettable circuit breaker in the harness means an electrical fault trips the breaker rather than damaging your vehicle wiring.

Can I install the Model 117 myself?

Many owners do. The lift slides into the hitch receiver and the harness routes to the vehicle battery, and Wheelchair Carrier publishes a step by step installation video. A hitch shop can do the job if you prefer.

Can I still open my liftgate with the lift installed?

With the standard setup, the folded lift sits behind the rear doors. The optional Model 130 swing away lets the whole lift pivot to the side so the liftgate or tailgate can open fully.

Does the platform fold up when not in use?

Yes. It folds itself into a vertical stowaway position when the platform is empty, which shortens the rear overhang and keeps the carrier visible in your mirror.

Where is the Model 117 made?

Every unit is made in the USA by Wheelchair Carrier. The frame is all steel with an e-coat dip and a powder topcoat, the same corrosion protection process used on automotive frames.

Will Medicare or insurance pay for the Model 117?

Medicare will not pay for it when you buy from us. Medicare pays for equipment only when the supplier has a Medicare supplier number, and Heavy Duty Mobility does not have one. We also do not bill private insurance directly. Some private plans reimburse you outside of Medicare, so ask your insurer, and we can provide an invoice and proof of purchase. Veterans can ask their VA office about the Automobile Adaptive Equipment program.

How do I order?

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