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Method of Adjustment
Seat height:
* Lift the lever on the right side
* When seated the height will decrease
* Lift the lever while unseated and height is increased
Synchron tilt:
* Lift the lever on the side putting the seat into a synchron tilt
* This allows the back and seat to move together permitting the users feet to remain on the ground while the seat is tilted
* To hold the seat in its desired position, push the front lever down
Backrest contour:
* Unzip back rest upholstery at rear of back rest
* Adjust tension on the backrest straps to suit individual requirements
Backrest height control:
* Ratchet system with ten positions
* Lift backrest slowly until lumbar is in desired position
* To lower the position of the lumbar, raise back until it reaches its highest position
* Recommence lifting it slowly until the new setting is reached

Armrests
* Armrests can be adjustable in height and width
* These are T shaped with a winding mechanism for height adjustment between 280mm and 185mm
* Armrests are 90mm wide and made from firm rubber

The Premium Synchron Mechanism 24/7 has been tested and passed at the highest levels of AS/NZS 4438

Place Of Manufacture

Therapod Seating Solutions Pty Ltd (Vic Australia)

Price Guide

Prices start at $800. Check with supplier/s.

Models

Series 4000 and 3000 Classic Therapod
* Optional back heights (Standard or Full length)
* Standard height adjustable desk armrests
* Optional Mechanisms: Premium 24/7 mechanism or standard synchro

Series 6000 Contemporary Therapod
* Full featured chair
* Fuller length curved armrests
* Premium Synchron 24/7 mechanism

24 7 mechanism
* Heavy Duty commercial usage
* Three spring types are available
* Heavy for users up to 150kg
* Standard for users up to 130kg
* Light for users less than 55kg
* Tension control adjustment by using lever under left hand side of seat
* Seat slide function is optional

Zero Back Separation
* Position of lumbar support is maintained independently of chair position

Options

* Neck rest attachment (for high back models)
* Braked castors
* Weight activated locking castors
* Weight activated release castors
* Glides
* Seat Slide
* Footrings (similar to drafting chairs)
* Polished base

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.