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Item Details

Merits Classic Powered Wheelchair

ILC Reference NO 43:42:067
Item sourced from ILC VIC database


Merits Classic Powered Wheelchair

Short Description
A steel framed, powered, folding, rear wheel drive wheelchair. Available with a folding backrest. Suitable for indoor or outdoor use. Slung padded seat. Can be dismantled for transport.



More Details
Frame
Epoxy coated steel, single cross member folding frame.
The frame is available in four sizes and a range of colours.

Upholstery
Slung synthetic.

Controller
Wheelchair is operated via a Dynamic (DL) joystick control which can be programmed for speed and sensitivity.

Batteries
In fibreglass containers on a frame suspended under the seat.
2x 12 amp/hr gel sealed.

Rear wheels
320mm diameter, foam filled.

Front Wheels
200mm diameter, foam filled.

Armrests
Molded pads
Height adjustable.

Footplates
lift up
swing away
removable and height adjustable.

Brakes
Eectromagnetic, regenerative and manual pull on.

Transportation
Can be dismantled for transportation.
Removable footplates and batteries.
Backrest can be folded down.



Models
Only one model available.


Options
Elevating leg rests
Adjustable positioning for the controller
Curb climber
Optional folding back



Dimensions
Merits Classic Powered Wheelchair
Seat Width........................................ 450 mm
Seat Depth........................................ 400 mm
Overall Width..................................... 610 mm
Overall Length.................................... 1010 mm
Weight of Heaviest Part........................... 60 kg
Load Capacity (supplier stated)................... 115 kg
Clearance under Unit.............................. 120 mm


Warranty
2 year guarantee on chair
12 month guarantee on batteries


Maintenance
Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.


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 www.ilcaustralia.org/explanationofstandards.




Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
COMPLETE COMFORT,   WERRIBEE, VIC
SCOOTERS AUSTRALIA PTY LTD - DANDENONG,   SOUTH DANDENONG, VIC
SCOOTERS AUSTRALIA PTY LTD - EAST GEELONG,   EAST GEELONG, VIC
SCOOTERS AUSTRALIA PTY LTD - SHEPPARTON,   SHEPPARTON, VIC

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