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Frame
*Rigid powder coated steel frame.
*A range of colours are available.
*Drive wheels have independent suspension.
*Floating castors on a pivoting frame.
*This can be changed between front and rear wheel drive on the same wheelchair base without using tools.
*The load capacity is affected if tilt in space seating is used.

Seat
*Foam padded seat as standard with vinyl or sailcloth upholstery. A range of colours and patterns are available.
*Standard seat size can be provided with dimensions made to specifications. It is adjustable in seat width and seat depth.
*Solid seat insert is optional.
*All seating can be customised.

Backrest
*Tension adjustable slung backrest using vinyl or sailcloth is standard.
*Backrest is angle adjustable as standard.
*Backrest can be customised with extra supports added.

Headrest
Headrest can be custom made.

Armrests
*Full length, height adjustable, padded armrests.
*Armrests are adjustable in height and depth.
*Armrests are removable.
*Able to be customised in shape and dimensions.

Legrest
* Swing away, removable legrests are standard and adjustable in length.
*Fixed option is available.
*Elevating legrests and stump supports are available.

Footplates
*Split, lift up footplates are standard.
*One piece, two piece, footboard and platform are optional and can be customised.
*Extension tubes, heel loops and toe straps are available.

Controls
*Dynamic DX proportional and non proportional controls can be used.
*Commando Plus controller is standard option.
*These controls can control seat raise, tilt in space and recline.
*Options include Joystick, chin control, sip and puff, head, tray and attendant controls.
*Environmental controls can be added.

Adjustment
.Manually operated tilt in space is attendant operated using a foot pedal at the rear of the seat.

Batteries
*Two 38amp batteries are used.
*The batteries are mounted centrally between the four wheels and castors.

Motors
Two direct drive motors.

Transport
*Two tie down points are fit to the drive wheel section of the frame, and a centre tie down point is on the castor end of the frame.
*The backrest and armrests are removable for transport.

*This wheelchair can be changed between front wheel drive and rear wheel drive without using tools.
*The cantilever seat may be of benefit when higher surfaces are needing to be reached such as benches at school.
*The wheelchair can still operate when the seat is raised, but it will travel at a slower speed.
*Tilt in space can be used when the seat is raised.

*May be suitable for a small adult

Considerations

Transport Accessibility
The space allowed on public transport for carrying mobility equipment is an area of 1300mm by 800mm.

Wheelchair spaces
All new Sydney buses feature special 'kneeling suspension' and a ramp to provide easy access for less mobile passengers.

There are spaces for two wheelchairs on the new buses. These will accommodate most manual and electric wheelchairs with maximum length 1250mm, maximum width 750mm, maximum turning circle1500mm and maximum weight 200kg.

For safety reasons, passengers in wheelchairs are advised to face the back of the bus, bracing their wheelchair against the side of the space, applying the brakes and securing the seat belt of the wheelchair.

Wheelchair accessible buses display a blue and white wheelchair sign on the front of the bus, and on the easy access door.

Occupied Wheelchair in a Car
A person sitting in a wheelchair within a car or van requires certification and RMS (formerly RTA) approval for the wheelchair and occupants restraint system where the wheelchair or occupant are restrained to the vehicle structure. RMS approval is not required for a postural support, such as a harness, that is only attached to the wheelchair and not to the vehicle.

Wheelchair Restraints
When transporting a person in a wheelchair in a car or van, both the occupant and the wheelchair require an 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. Refer to section Wheelchair, Scooter, Cushions, ramps / Postural Supports - Seating System: Restraint+ Head+Back+Seats

Place Of Manufacture

Motion Wheelchairs, Vic Australia.

Price Guide

Contact supplier for pricing information.

Models

*Standard base model has manually operated tilt in space
*Power seat raise model allows the seat to vary in height.

Options

*Powered tilt in space
*Adjustable backrest recline
*Seat rise in space with a cantilever (or seat raising) action.
*The wheelchair can be customised with seating size and supports and frame dimensions

Additional Dimensions

Length 810mm
Height 840 - 990mm
Seat Front Height 500 - 740mm
Backrest Angle 80 - 100 degrees
Seat Angle 0 - 30 degrees

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.

Licence & Insurance Requirements

In NSW, motorised wheelchairs that weigh less than 110 kg and cannot travel at more than 10 km/h do not have to be registered, provided they are being used by a person with mobility problems. A person driving a motorised wheelchair under these circumstances is defined as a pedestrian under the Australian Road Rules and is permitted to travel on a footpath or nature strip adjacent to the road.

Vehicles exempt from registration are covered by the nominal defendant scheme (administered by the State Insurance Regulatory Authority) if they are at fault in an accident in NSW on a road or road-related area and cause injury to another person. However, this cover is only valid in NSW.