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Sitz Bath

ILC Reference NO 11:30:002
Item sourced from ILC VIC database

Sitz Bath

Factors to Consider
May be difficult for some people to transfer in and out of the bath as it is very low to the ground.
Useful for people who have had operations in genital/anal areas such as gynaecology and oncology patients.


Short Description
Ergonomically contoured, PVC plastic, freestanding bath with deep seat to allow easy soaking or washing of genital and anal areas. It has a plug with a chain and 3 legs with a wide base. When seated the user's legs are separated by the front leg of the seat. One size only. Available in one colour only.

Price Guide
Refer to supplier details for pricing.

More Details
Features
Lightweight, easily cleaned and stackable.
Wide base and raised edges provide stability.
Ergonomically contoured for stable sitting posture.

Method of filling and emptying
Position in shower recess to fill.
Place plug in plug hole.
Fill bath via bucket or hose.
Keep in shower recess due to wide base.
Use cold sterilizing solution for cleaning.
Release plug and drain contents in shower recess.

Size
Only one size available.

Colour
White.


Models
Only one model available.

Dimensions
Sitz Bath
Overall Width..................................... 580 mm
Overall Depth..................................... 610 mm
Overall Height.................................... 560 mm
Overall Weight (kg)............................... 6.5 kg
Load Capacity (supplier stated)................... 120 kg
Capacity (L)...................................... From 1 litre to 2 litre


Cleaning Requirements
Ensure the Sitz bath is thoroughly cleaned and disinfected after each use.


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
Polymedic (QLD, Australia).




Supplier Information
Name:  Lifehealthcare (previously L & R) Albury
Price:  POA
Date:  1/07/2009
Address:
  Shop 2
  826 David Street
  Albury
  NSW  2640

Phone:   (02) 6040 3444
FAX:  (02) 6023 2838
Toll Free:  1300 133 120
Email:   albury@lifehealthcare.com.au
Website:  www.lifehealthcare.com.au/hr

Name:  Lifehealthcare (previously L & R) Brunswick
Price:  POA
Date:  1/07/2009
Address:
  82 Albion Street
  Brunswick East
  VIC  3057

Phone:   (03) 9384 1846
FAX:  (03) 9384 2088
Toll Free:  1300 133 120
Email:   admin@lifehealthcare.com.au
Website:  www.lifehealthcare.com.au/hr
Notes:
  Showroom operates 8:30am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday, and on Saturday 9:30am to 1pm.
  
  


Name:  Lifehealthcare (previously L & R) Cheltenham
Price:  POA
Date:  1/07/2009
Address:
  313 Warrigal Rd.
  Cheltenham
  VIC  3192

Phone:   (03) 9584 1644
FAX:  (03) 9584 0562
Toll Free:  1300 133 120
Email:   Lr@enternet.com.au
Website:  www.lifehealthcare.com.au/hr
Notes:
  Showroom operates 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday.

Name:  Lifehealthcare (previously L & R) Geelong
Price:  POA
Date:  1/07/2009
Address:
  74 - 76 Fyans St
  Geelong
  VIC  3220

Phone:   (03) 5223 2263
FAX:  (03) 5223 2269
Toll Free:  1300 133 120
Email:   Lr@enternet.com.au
Website:  www.lifehealthcare.com.au/hr

Name:  Lifehealthcare (previously Central Victorian) Bendigo
Price:  POA
Date:  1/07/2009
Address:
  51 Bridge St
  Bendigo
  VIC  3550

Postal Address:
  P.O. Box 2139
  Bendigo Mail Centre
  Vic  3554

Phone:   (03) 5441 8213
FAX:  (03) 5441 7762
Email:   bendigo@lifehealthcare.com.au
Website:  www.lifehealthcare.com.au/hr
Notes:
  Open Mon to Fri 8:30am to 5:00pm.
   Home trials may be arranged by appointment.


Name:  Polymedic
Price:  POA
Date:  2/07/2009
Address:
  397-401 Nerang Street
  Ashmore
  Qld  4214

Postal Address:
  397-401 Nerang Street
  Ashmore
  Qld  4214

Phone:   (07) 5539 3633
FAX:  (07) 5597 1147
Toll Free:  1800426856
Email:   sales@polymedic.com.au
Website:  www.polymedic.com.au
Notes:
  Sell direct or through agents.

Name:  Victorian Home Health Equipment (VHHE) (Heathmont)
Price:  $520.00
Date:  30/06/2009
Address:
  Unit 1
  51 Lusher Road
  Croydon
  Vic  3136

Postal Address:
  P.O Box 109
  Croydon
  Vic  3136

Phone:   (03) 9725 6577
FAX:  (03) 97258067
Email:   sales@vhhe.com.au
Website:  www.vhhe.com.au
Notes:
  Opening hours;
   9.00am- 5.00 pm Monday - Friday
   9.00am - 12.00 pm Saturday morning
  
  



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