Additional Info

More Details

Frame
* An industrial strength 7020 aluminium alloy frame with Q lock folding * Choice of accent colour
* Q lock folding frame and backrest

Upholstery
* Airtech upholstery system

Brakes
* Scissor brakes

Wheels
* Quick release

Castors
* Forged steel castor arms

Folding
* Front first fold system
* The wheelchair folds into a briefcase style shape that fits aircraft overhead lockers, as well as small cars boots or any other limited space.

Considerations

Wheelchair Restraints
When transporting a person in a wheelchair in a car or van, both the occupant and the wheelchair require a Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) approved restraint system. The wheelchair and the occupant need to be separately secured to the vehicle itself.
RMS approval is not required for a postural support, such as a harness that supports the user in the wheelchair but is not part of the vehicle restraint system.
The use of a headrest is not legally required but strongly recommended. Easily detachable, folding headrests which fit a wheelchair with standard push handles are available. Contact the supplier or refer to section Wheelchair, Scooter, Cushions, ramps / Postural Supports - Seating System: Restraint+Head+Back+Seats

Place Of Manufacture

RGK (UK)

Price Guide

Contact supplier for price

Models And Options

Models

TIGA FX : Lightweight folding manual wheelchair designed specifically to be compact when folded.

Options

* Fold flat side-guards
* Push handles
* Ergonomic seating
* Footrest
* Anti-tip and brake options

Dimensions

Setup And Maintenance

Maintenance

All wheelchairs require regular maintenance. Refer to User Manual for specific details.

Requirements

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.