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Item Details

TrackChair

ILC Reference NO 43:25:002
Item sourced from ILC VIC database

Dismantled

Additional Comment
Axle assemble is available only to manufacturers.
TracChair will not retrofit the axle assembly into an existing chair.
Also available to purchase as a manufacturer's kit to be fitted into other conventional manual wheelchair.

Factors to Consider
Both wheels can be driven and controlled by a single hand enabling the operator to carry items or open doors, etc. with their free hand.
The differential action can help propel the wheelchair with half the force required compared to a conventional manual wheelchair.

Short Description
TrackChair is a drive mechanism for rigid manual wheelchairs with two high grade plastic hand rims on each drive wheel. It has quick release drive wheels with an axle that allows the chair to be fully controlled by one hand. Other features include height and angle adjustable backrest, foam padded seat with tension adjustment, clothing guard and height adjustable one piece footplate. Dismantles into parts for transport. Other options and models available.

Price Guide
Refer to supplier details for pricing.

More Details
Frame
Rigid.
Lightweight aluminium.
Removable anti tip bars with rollers on rear.
Quick release mechanism.
Folding backrest.
Adjustable frame with seat cushion.
Centre of gravity adjustment.
A differential action enables the wheelchair to glide down ramps and around obstacles.

Seat
Adjustable height.
Adjustable frame widths 16, 17 and 18 inch.
Foam padded nylon cushion.

Upholstery
Nylon.
Foam padded.
Adjustable upholstery tension.
Washable.
Water resistant.

Backrest
Adjustable backrest angle.
Adjustable backrest height.
Folds down to seat level for transport.
Padded pram handle.
Slung style with adjustable tension.

Legrests
Adjustable in length.

Footplates
Plastic.
One piece platform.
Height adjustable and reversible.

Wheels
Pneumatic.
Double push rims.
Metallic spokes with guard.
Quick release, removable.
24 inch and 26 inch wheel set.
Two hand rims on each wheel.
Differential action enables the wheelchair to glide down ramps and around obstacles.

Castors
Solid.
Height adjustable.

One Arm Drive
Double push rim on each wheel
Both wheels can be driven and controlled by a single hand.
Holding two rims together on one wheel. User can use their stronger arm to do more of the work if they need to compensate for a weaker arm.

Customisation
Centre of gravity can be adjusted.
Adjustable backrest angle.
Adjustable backrest height.

Dismantling for transport
Dismantles into four parts: two wheels, seat and the axle.
The back rest folds down against the seat cushion by loosening two adjuster knobs and the whole can be then be put into a Station wagon type vehicle.
To remove wheels, unclip the wheel claps on each wheel.
Remove both wheels with Axle.
Each wheel houses the mechanisms and weighs four kilograms each.
Then slide each wheel off the axle.

Colours
Grey frame.
Black upholstery.
Black nylon bag under seat.

Headrest
No headrest.
Refer to supplier for availability.

Brakes
Push to lock levers.
High mounted in front of each wheel.

Models
2:1 Ratio stub axles- low gear operation
Two stub axle that convert the drive to a permanent 2:1 drive requiring only half the force to drive and steer the wheelchair.
Requires two turns of the rim to achieve one turn of the wheel.

Method Of Use
Holding two rims together on one wheel.
Both wheels can be driven and controlled by a single hand enabling the operator to carry items or open doors etc. with their free hand.

Holding two rims together on both wheels.
The user can use their stronger arm to do more of the work if they need to compensate for a weaker arm.
Ability to drive over an obstacle on a straight line.

Dimensions
TrackChair
Overall Weight (kg)............................... 19 kg, Can be customised. Approx. weight, will depend on options added.
Load Capacity (supplier stated)................... 115 kg

TrackChair 15"
Seat Width........................................ 384 mm
Overall Width..................................... 645 mm

TrackChair 15" 16" 17" & 18"
Seat Depth........................................ 382 mm
Seat Front Height................................. From 459 mm to 499 mm
Backrest Height................................... From 403 mm to 503 mm
Overall Length.................................... From 913 mm to 1043 mm
Overall Height.................................... From 783 mm to 932 mm

TrackChair 16"
Seat Width........................................ 409 mm
Overall Width..................................... 665 mm

TrackChair 17"
Seat Width........................................ 434 mm
Overall Width..................................... 695 mm

TrackChair 18"
Seat Width........................................ 459 mm
Overall Width..................................... 725 mm

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.

Place Of Manufacture
Track Engineering Pty Ltd (Victoria, Australia).

Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
TRACK ENGINEERING PTY LTD,   BACCHUS MARSH, VIC

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