Short Description
The Windsor Independent is a walk-in and slide-in bath with a seat and an outward opening door. A wheelchair user can slide onto the seat. The panel underneath the door is removable to allow use of a lifter. The Independent bath is the same size as a normal bath for those requiring a bath with large inside dimensions. This model is for very tall people (6 ft 4 inches / 137cm +) or those over 150 kg. Available in one size only.
Method Of Use
When bath door is open, the user transfers sideways into the bath. The door automatically seals when closed. Bath is filled to desired temperature and level by the user or attendant. To exit the bath, the water first needs to be drained from the bath, prior to the door being opened. Taps and drainage are custom made to provide rapid filling and draining.
Options
* Hydrotherapy air-spa system
* Sliding shower head on grab rail
Models
There are four Windsor Walk-in bath models available
* The Windsor INDEPENDENT model - for those needing more room, for bariatric use and people needing more leg room. Enables wheelchair access (slide from seat to seat)
* The Windsor ACCESS model - versatile, enables wheelchair access (slide from seat to seat).
Note: The Access model is recommended for most people, as it avoids the risk of a normal sized person slipping into the footwell part of the bath.
* The Windsor COMPACT model - for those with limited space
* The Windsor DESIGNER model - for private homes, has a fashionable design
| Specification |
Standard |
| Door Access Width |
1020 mm |
| Height |
790 mm |
| Length |
1520 mm |
Additional Dimensions
Door Access Width NSW.................. 953 mm (bath door)
More Details
Bath features
* Easy access and comfort. Designed for those needing maximum accessibility
* Commonly used as combination bath and shower base
Materials
* Stainless steel frame and six levelling legs with 50mm adjustment.
* Made of marine-grade gel-coat fibreglass
* Heavy grade commercial construction for durability
Door
* Right or left mounted, side opening door. Allows the user to transfer from chair to bath
* Easy opening, non-leak, door with locking handle
* Removable panel under door allows for use of a lifter (confirm compatibility of lifter use with bath before purchasing)
Seat
* Moulded seat and back with seat cushion.
Taps and drainage
* Fast draining Hepflex drainage, fast-fill tap set
* Built in overflow to allow topping up of water without the need for draining
Applications
* Used in healthcare facilities and group homes as well as private homes
* Recommended for bariatric use
Option Details
* Hydrotherapy air-spa system from CG Air in Canada. This is not a pool spa, but a specialist hydrotherapy system from one of the worlds' leading suppliers. Purpose designed to alleviate pain symptoms from rheumatism, arthritis and other similar painful conditions. System purges itself between uses to help prevent cross infection.
* Sliding shower head on AS1428 grab bar, allowing bath to be used as a shower base and for hand-held hair washing
Considerations
* Allow for the outward-opening door swing of 960mm
* Check door widths into bathroom are 800mm or greater (standard size of doors is 820mm). This is so the bath will fit through the door.
* There is a 300mm high step into the bath
Installation
* The installation can be done by any plumber. If preferred, the supplier can organise installation on the clients behalf.
* Walk-in baths do not need framing, cladding and tiling like a normal bath, making installation simpler. Windsor Baths come complete with fast-fill taps and a full drainage kit which will reduce the plumbing cost.
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 about standards also see
www.ilcnsw.asn.au/home/assistive_technology/standards.html
Place Of Manufacture
Baths are assembled in Sydney using Australian and UK plumbing components, Chinese stainless steel and fibreglass and Canadian hydrotherapy spa system components
