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Materials
Strong all plastic construction is easy to clean. Latex free optional covers for seat and backrest.

Seat
Contoured seat and backrest. The lightweight seat and back click together for quick assembly, installation and removal. Large side flaps allow easy transfers.

Base
The Sonaris fits most shapes and sizes of bath tubs. It has suction cup feet that may be angled in any direction to suit the curvature of the bath.

Power source
Rechargeable battery, light indication for full charge or need to recharge, safety features such as emergency raise and lower. Battery provides 18 lifts per charge (based on 220-lb. load). It only requires three hours to fully charge

Portability
Folds flat. Holding points on each component simplify carrying and transportation.

Safety features
An audible beep and warning light identify when the battery requires charging and when to stop using the bath lift.
An in built safety mechanism ensures the bath lift will not lower if there is insufficient charge in the battery to raise the user.
An automatic sleep facility occurs after 10 minutes of non use in order to optimise battery performance. Reactivate simply by pressing a control pad.

Method Of Use

The Bathmaster Sonaris is operated by lightly pressing the large control pads, which are textured to assist the visually impaired

Smooth steady action including a transition interval between reaching the base of the bath and reclining allows the user to remain in a controlled position increasing confidence and security

The user can select the preferred angle of recline enabling the most comfortable and suitable position to be chosen

Speed is decreased during reclining of the backrest so that the bather feels more comfortable

Place Of Manufacture

UK

Models

One model is available

Options

Covers 1/4 inch closed cell foam pad snaps into place on both the seat and the back providing additional comfort to the bather.
Safety belt
Headrest
Swivel transfer seat
Bath step

Additional Dimensions

Weight (kg) NSW................................... 17 kg
Base Width NSW.................................... 355 mm
Base Length NSW................................... 610 mm
Backrest Height NSW............................... 610 mm
Backrest Width.................................... 355 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.