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Suitability
* Children weighing up to 30kg and measuring a maximum of 68cm from the bottom of their buttocks to mid ear
* Designed to fit baths with an internal width of 510 mm and external width of 700 mm
* Units can be manufactured to fit non-standard baths

Frame
* Black plastic coated steel
* Folds flat for storage
* Plastic handles on frame ends (that rest on bath rims)
* Two nylon cords which connect the lifting arm to base of seat to effect the lift
* Plastic twist lock on frame - keeps aid flat for storage and transportation

Fabric
* White loose weave polyester mesh
* Nylon webbing straps with Velcro fastening

Lifting technique
* The child can be transferred from chair / wheelchair onto bath in its raised position - level with top of bath
* Straps should be attached around child - particularly over the arms - for the lowering stage
* Outer part of frame near child's head should be lifted over child to rest on bath rim at other end - this lowers child into bath in a semi reclined position
* After bathing, this procedure should be reversed to lift child to top of bath

Considerations

* Take care to ensure that the child's hands are held within the hammock to avoid frame entrapment
* Never leave a child unattended in a bath
* Always check the water temperature before lowering the child in
* Always ask the supplier for a dry trial

Place Of Manufacture

Medix 21 (NZ)

Price Guide

Contact supplier/s for pricing information.
Price on application from Astris PME

Additional Dimensions

Weight (kg) NSW..... 6.5 kg
Width NSW........... 700 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.