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Frame
* Powder coated aluminium frame with stainless steel hardware
* The metal frame is corrosion and mould resistant
* Once the occupant has transferred into the bath, the outside frame section is removable to allow access for bathing by the carer
* Height adjustable

Seat
* Tapered cushion with tailbone access

Armrests
* Removable, lockable fold away arms

Footplate
* Standard model has single lift up footplate
* Tilt model has removable, swing away footplates

Castors
* 130mm locking castors

Neck rest
* Adjustable neck rest on tilt model

Adjustments
* Telescopic push button height adjustment
* The chair tilt is gas spring operated
* Double locking struts on tilt

Accessories
* Lap, chest belt and calf strap

Customisation
The supplier notes that some customisation is available

Method Of Use

Roll the chair which is attached to the rolling base to the bridge and connect the rolling base to the bridge, then disconnect the chair from the rolling base and slide it over the bridge which should have already been connected to the interior tub base. The interior tub base will fit in 95% of tubs and is made to clear a 530mm (21") high tub. If a higher base is needed leg extensions are available.

Considerations

It is recommended that prior to using this product, training in manual handling and the correct use of this product should be undertaken.

Place Of Manufacture

Unknown

Price Guide

Price is from MediMart
$3070 TubBuddy SB2
$3703 TubBuddy SB2T

Models

* Tubbuddy SB2T: Tubbuddy - with tilt
* Tubbuddy SB2: Tubbuddy - without tilt

* The TubBuddy comes complete with a lightweight rehab shower commode chair, rolling base, bridge which fits over the tub ledge, interior tub base and commode bucket.

Options

* Solid overlay cushion
* Extension legs for rolling base
* Extension legs for tub base
* Customised bridge length

Additional Dimensions

SB2
Backrest height 545
Overall width 570
Overall length 780 mm
Overall height 1115 to 1215 mm

SB2T
Backrest height 545 mm (excluding headrest)
Overall width 570
Overall length 1100 mm
Overall height 1173 to 1275 mm

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.