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Columbia Orthopaedic Car Seat

ILC Reference NO 51:51:005
Item sourced from ILC ACT database

Short Description
A larger car seat available in two sizes suitable for older children and small adults. It is comprised of a moulded seat shell with a removable padded cover, adjustable padded head supports and a shoulder harness with padded crotch strap. Four positioning pads are also included. It is secured in a vehicle with an upper tether strap and rear adult seat belt which threads through the 2 angled bars at the back of the seat.

A 10 minute video is available from ILCACT library.

Caution
The top tether strap must be attached to a specially mounter anchor point as it exceeds the weight limit for attachment to a child restraint anchor point. This must be done by a registered fitter and be accompanied by an engineers certificate.
Kidsafe ACT can provide parents with a list of suitable fitters.

More Details
Padded head supports are height adjustable and removable. Includes four lateral positioning foam pads. 2 x 40mm and 2x 60mm thick.
Padding may be customised by adding fire resistant foam under the cover.
Five point harness, shoulder harness pads, padded crotch strap offers comfort and security.
Seat is fully covered with a washable padded cover
Fits the Maclaren Major Buggy and some wheelchairs with removable armrests
Depth extender - increases seat depth by 6 cm (2 1/2"). The seat upholstery stretches to cover the extender

Kidsafe (Pearce community centre) has a Columbia car seat on display.

Mobility Base
This lightweight aluminium folding base is custom designed for the Columbia car seat
It has a height adjustable footrest with ankle straps

Options
- Columbia mobility/stroller base - a lightweight aluminium folding base is custom designed for the Columbia car seat.
- It has a height adjustable footrest with ankle straps.
- Swivel base for use in the car, this allows the seat to turn 90 degrees for easier transfers.

Dimensions
Overall Width (mm)480
Overall Height(mm)710
Seat Depth    (mm)318
Weight Overall(kg)5
Load Capacity (kg)46
Seat width    (mm) 394 front, 357 back
Seat to back angle - 88 degrees.

Place Of Manufacture
COLUMBIA (USA)

Item on Display
Video

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 on what standards the equipment may need to meet, see http:// www.ilcaustralia.org.au/home/standards.asp

Supplier states the Columbia has passed all USA tests for use in cars and planes.

Price Guide
Refer to supplier details for pricing.

Display Information
ILCACT may have this item on display. If you want to view or trial this product, please contact ILCACT on 02-6205 1900 to ensure that it is still on display prior to your visit.

Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
FAS THERAPEUTIC EQUIPMENT PTY LTD,   BRAESIDE, VIC
WONDERLAND REHAB AND CHILD CARE PRODUCTS,   LIDCOMBE, NSW

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