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Invacare Thompson Lever Drive Wheelchair
ILC Reference NO 43:25:003
Item sourced from ILC VIC database
Factors to Consider
Difficult to propel up a hill or over long distances
Short Description
New Zealand made, lever drive manual wheelchair with a slung seat and backrest. It has padded removable armrests and swing away detachable footrests. Available with a standard frame and in three standard seat widths.
Price Guide
Refer to supplier details for pricing.
More Details
The Thompson Lever Drive wheelchair is available in three seat widths
The chair has a black cordura slung back and seat
Footrests can be swung away and armrests are removable for ease of transferring
The occupant uses their unaffected hand to propel the wheelchair and steers using a wrist movement to direct the castor
Drive wheels
Peumatic rear wheels with plastic spokes or metal lace spoke finish
Solid and microcellular tyres are available
Quick release axles are an option
Castors
Narrow profile spoked castors
Wide profile microcellular castors
Frame
Chrome plated, tubular steel folding frame
Upholstery
Standard upholstery black cordura
Armrests
A choice of fixed height or height adjustable full length or desk length armrests is available.
Brakes
Lever/toggle style brakes
Dismantling
Folding footplates
Armrests removable
Accessories
Stump support
Safety belt
Wheelchair cushion
Wheelchair tray
Solid seat
Brake extension
Heel loops
Toe loops
Calf strap
Maintenance/cleaning
Frame and upholstery should be cleaned regularly
Keep tyres inflated at recommended pressure
Brake action, screws, rivets, etc. should be checked regularly to ensure correct functioning
Models
Thompson lever drive
Dimensions
Thompson lever drive
Seat Width........................................ 430 mm
Seat Depth........................................ 410 mm
Seat Height....................................... 520 mm
Seat Rear Height.................................. 520 mm
Seat Front Height................................. 520 mm
Backrest Height................................... 400 mm
Backrest Height (from seat)....................... 400 mm
Seat to Top of Backrest........................... 400 mm
Armrest Height (from seat)........................ 240 mm
Overall Width..................................... 630 mm
Overall Length.................................... 1070 mm
Overall Height (Min).............................. 900 mm
Weight (kg)....................................... 20.6 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
Invacare (NZ)
Supplier Information
Name: Bellevue Medical
Price: POA
Details: Thompson Lever Drive $2,750.00 Date Effective 10/08/2007
Address:
383 Townsend Street
Albury
NSW 2640
Postal Address:
PO Box 502
Albury
NSW 2640
Phone: (02) 6041 2633
FAX: (02) 6021 3676
Email: bellevuemedical@gmail.com
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.
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