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Frame
* Rigid aluminium frame chair with electrically operated height adjustment

Seat
* Adjustable height, tilt and depth
* Press a button on the right or left armrest to adjust height
* Seat depth and tilt are operated via a lever on the right side just under the armrest

Upholstery
* VELA Twist comes as standard in black phoenix fabric, which is durable, breathable and very comfortable.
* Options available for foams, textiles and colours. VELA also offers a large selection of artificial leather or the option of various seat covers.

Backrest
* Rounded backrest which allows free movement of back, shoulders and elbows
* Height adjustable and tilts
* Back height adjustment lever on right side of seat

Armrests
* Folding and adjustable height

Footplates
* Not standard

Wheels
* Large wheels with wheel rims

Castors
* Small swivelling front wheels

Brakes
* Manually operated brake on the wheels
* Press red handle down on both wheels to activate brakes

Battery
* Lithium ion battery

Applications
* Indoor use
* The electric height adjustment of the seat allows the user to work at high tables and kitchen tables.
* Compact work chair with all the benefits from a conventional wheelchair. This means the user easily gets around in the work place and positions them- selves at level with the work task.
* Easy adjustment of seat and backrest for different work tasks

Customising
* The Twist has a standard configuration but the supplier can customise the seat width and depth and backrest

Considerations

This chair cannot be used in a motor vehicle when occupied

Place Of Manufacture

Denmark

Price Guide

Contact supplier for price. WILA sells Australia wide

Models

Only one model available

Options

* Footplate
* Footrest
* Footring
* Legrest
* Anti-tippers
* Left/right side fitting levers
* T-Bar brake system
* Hand brake extension bar
* Strolling bracket
* Table tray
* Footbrake
* Electric brake
* 4 Wheel brake system
* Lateral supports for the trunk
* Soft Pommel
* Armrests with gutter support
* Backrest with lumbar support
* Seat belt
* Headrest
* Trunk Harness:
* Ankle Huggers
* Thigh guides
* Abduction block
* Covers for seat pans and backrests

Additional Dimensions

Overall width.............. 640mm (with wheels)
Armrest length adjustment.. 50mm
Distance between armrests.. 330 to 430mm
Backrest tilt.............. 8 degr fwds, 17 degr bwds

Maintenance

Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.

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.