Franklin Furniture 482 Morton Lift Chair Review

Franklin Furniture 482 Morton Lift Chair
3 Position Lift Chair
Price: $874.00
2/5 stars
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Are you interested in the 482 line of lift chair recliners, known as Morton, from Franklin Furniture? This company does not publish prices online nor does it have a lot of reviews. Continue reading to find out if you should buy from Franklin. This article will discuss the Morton’s features, comfortableness, price, warranty, Medicare qualification, and give the reader a general conclusion.

About the 482 Morton lift chair

The Morton lift chair from Franklin Furniture is a 3 position lift chair. It is powered by a single 24 volt motor with a battery backup. The chair has a maximum weight capacity of 350 pounds, which is industry standard. The seat is made of spring and foam. It has a chaise pad and is made in the USA. Its dimensions are 34.5″ x 38″ x 42.5″. It can come with option massage features. It comes with a lift chair manual.

Franklin Lift Chair Reviews

There are two reviews available online. Both rate the lift chair 5/5 stars. One, from Andres in Las Vegas, states that her father enjoys the chair and enjoys the massage feature. Michael from Aberdeen says that the chair looks good and that he is satisfied with his purchase.

Warranty

Franklin Corporation has a limited lifetime warranty on the lift mechanism, frame, and scissoring mechanism. All other lift chair parts — including electric lift chair parts — has, besides the fabric, a 1 year warranty.

The warranty excludes secondary owners, commercial use, improper use, improper maintenance, and when Franklin Corp no longer has spare parts for the model.

Many customers have complained about Franklin’s warranty as, if their product line is discontinued, they will no longer be able to receive repairs for their chair. This makes the warranty very weak. Some even state that it’s not even worth the paper it was written on. Take this into mind considering a Franklin chair recliner purchase.

Medicare

It is unknown if Franklin Furniture’s lift chairs qualify for Medicare’s lift chair reimbursement. One must call a retailer to find out.

Price

Franklin Furniture does not publish their prices online. Note that a 3 position lift chair usually retains for $500 to $700 online. If a retailer says that the chair costs more than that, know that you are being overcharged. We rate this chair 2 out of 5 stars for the price is unknown.

Conclusion

Watch out with Franklin Furniture. Their prices are unknown and their warranty is weak. If anything happens to your chair, you might be forced to buy another chair. They might also try to pressure you to buy for an overpriced lift chair when you show up to their showrooms. It is recommended that you buy a lift chair online instead as the prices and warranty are plainly available.

Lift Chair Types & Positions

There are three types of lift chairs: two position lift chairs, three position lift chairs, and infinite position lift chairs.
Two position lift chairs can go into the sitting and 15° recline position. The back and ottoman does not move independently.
Three position lift chairs can go into the sitting, 15° recline, and 45° recline position. The back and ottoman does not move independently.
Infinite position lift chairs can go recline into any position, even 90°. If an infinite position lift chair offers a Zero-gravity position, it means that the sitter's body is positioned in a way that reduces stress on the joints. The Trendelenburg position is one where the sitter's feet are higher than his/her head. The sleep position is one where the sitter lays flat.

Lift Chair Shipping & Handling

Lift chairs are shipped with freight shipping. A truck will come to one's house and drop the box off where it is convenient. This is usually the driveway but, for individuals with long driveways or are on dirt roads, it can mean around the block. Lift chairs weight at least 100 pounds so, be prepared with helpers to bring it inside. With most companies, the delivery person will not deliver the lift chair into one's home unless in-home delivery has been ordered. Lift chairs also require assembly. Once again, it costs extra (called "white glove delivery"). Have helpers for assembly. In conclusion, on delivery day, have 2 strong individuals who can bring the chair into the home and assembly the chair.