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Invacare Poirier Arnas Lever Action One Arm Drive Wheelchair

ILC Reference NO 43:25:006
Item sourced from ILC VIC database

Poirer Arnas Lever Action One Arm Drive

Factors to Consider
Lever action is an alternative to double rim one-arm drive wheelchairs
Difficult for users to propel uphill


Short Description
Standard weight, lever operated, one arm drive wheelchair. Available in three seat widths. Range of options and accessories, including left or right hand operation.

Price Guide
Refer to supplier details for pricing.


More Details
Features
Drive wheels
Pneumatic or solid tyres.

Frame
Chrome plated steel frame
Folding

Upholstery
Blue vinyl sling seat and backrest

Armrests
Padded, removable, desk arms

Footrests
Swingaway, detachable, height adjustable

Brakes
Manual brake on opposite side to steering handle
Push forward to engage
By pushing steering handle forward hard, there is a braking action on one wheel, but this requires a lot of strength.


Method of Adjustment
The supplier will fit the controls to either the right or the left
There is an adjustment on the wheelchair to alter the mechanical advantage of the propelling mechanism.
In the low position, the chair is very easy to propel on the level but if pushing up a slope, it needs to be raised, which requires more strength to push the steering handle.



Models
Poirier One Arm Drive


Method Of Use
The Poirier wheelchair has 2 levers on either the right or left side of the chair.
The small lever, near the wheel, selects forward, reverse or free wheeling.
The steering handle is further forward and extends up above the height of the armrest but is removable to allow the user to approach a table or side transfer to a chair or onto a bed.
1. Select forward or reverse.
2. Push steering lever forward and back to propel wheelchair.
3. Turn steering lever to the right or the left which turns the castor thus manoeuvring the wheelchair in the desired direction.



Options
Armrests
Height adjustable, desk arms
Legrests
Elevating legrests
Headrest
Extension headrest
Heel loops
Toe loops
Seat belt
Capstan handrims
Tray
Backrest
Reclining backrest


Dimensions
Poirier One Arm Drive
Seat Width........................................ From 380 mm to 500 mm
Seat Depth........................................ 425 mm
Seat Height....................................... 500 mm
Backrest Height................................... 390 mm
Backrest Height (from seat)....................... 390 mm
Seat to Top of Backrest........................... 390 mm
Armrest Height (from seat)........................ 220 mm
Overall Width..................................... From 600 mm to 720 mm
Overall Width Folded.............................. 320 mm
Overall Length.................................... 1005 mm
Overall Height (Min).............................. 950 mm
Weight of Heaviest Part........................... From 19.7 kg to 20.2 kg
Weight (kg)....................................... 24 kg


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
Poirier (France)



Supplier Information
Name:  Invacare Australia Pty Ltd (Vic)
Address:
  6 Yazaki Way
  Carrum Downs
  VIC  3201

Postal Address:
  PO Box 2218
  Seaford
  VIC  3201

Phone:   (03) 9770 8734
FAX:  (03) 9775 1743
Email:   thasler@invacare.com.au
Website:  www.invacare.com.au
Notes:
  Do not sell directly to the public but have a list of distributers across the State.
  
  


Name:  Linds Rehabilitation Equipment - Bendigo
Price:  POA
Details:  Poirier Lever Action $2,695.00 - $2,750.00 Date Effective 16/06/2009
Address:
  78 Beischer Street
  Bendigo
  Vic  3550

Postal Address:
  PO Box 5099
  Bendigo
  Vic  3550

Phone:   (03) 5441 8966
FAX:  (03) 5442 8375
Email:   bendigo@lindsrehab.com.au
Notes:
  Showroom operates 8:00 - 5:00 Monday - Friday
   Delivery time usually next day if in stock, if products require customisation additional time required for delivery.
   Contact Linds for courier delivery costs and postage costs.


Name:  Linds Rehabilitation Equipment - Gippsland
Price:  POA
Details:  Poirier Lever Action $2,695.00 - $2,750.00 Date Effective 16/06/2009
Address:
  17 - 19 Bond St
  Sale
  Vic  3850

Postal Address:
  PO Box 1376
  Sale
  Vic  3850

Phone:   (03) 5144 7796
FAX:  (03) 5144 6044
Toll Free:  1800 501 601
Notes:
  This company services all of Gippsland.
   Showroom open Monday to Friday between 8am and 5pm.
   Contact Linds for courier delivery costs.


Name:  Linds Rehabilitation Equipment - Hallam
Price:  POA
Details:  One arm drive all sizes $2,695.00 - $2,750.00 Date Effective 16/06/2009
Address:
  58-60 Star Crescent
  Hallam
  VIC  3803

Postal Address:
  PO Box 380
  Berwick
  VIC  3806

Phone:   (03) 9796 3399
FAX:  (03) 9796 3313
Email:   sales@lindsrehab.com.au
Notes:
  Opening hours:
   8.00am - 5.00pm Monday - Friday
   An appointment may be preferred for complex enquiries. Appointments are not always necessary.


Name:  Victorian Home Health Equipment (VHHE) (Heathmont)
Price:  POA
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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