More Details
* The wheelchair can drive up inclines up to 8 degrees
Frame
* Rigid frame with plastic cog cover over motors and batteries
* The cover is available in three colours, red, green or silver
Upholstery
* Contoured, padded vinyl (synthetic) seat and backrest
Backrest
* The backrest on the seat is able to recline via a lever on the side
* The headrest is height adjustable
Armrests
* Lift up, angle and width adjustable
Footplate
* Single, lift up, height and angle adjustable, steel
Controls
* The Dynamic DL joystick controller is mounted on a bracket allowing for depth adjustment
* Features a speed dial, battery indicator, speed dial, tremor dampener and horn
Motors
* 2 pole DC brushes
Rear Wheels
* Pneumatic
Brakes
* Automatic
Batteries
* 2 x 12 v 50 amp/hr sealed lead acid batteries, are stored under seat
Battery Charger
* Separate, charger plugs into joystick control
Freewheeling
* The free wheel mechanism has an extended lever located on the side of the wheelchair
Safety and Maintenance
* Refer to supplier / manufacturer manual and instructions for all safety and maintenance details
Factors To Consider
The space allowed on public transport for carrying mobility equipment is an area of 1300mm by 800mm.
Wheelchair spaces
All new Sydney buses feature special 'kneeling suspension' and a ramp to provide easy access for less mobile passengers.
There are spaces for two wheelchairs on the new buses. These will accommodate most manual and electric wheelchairs with max. length 1250mm, max. width 750mm, max. turning circle1500mm, and max weight 200kg.
For safety reasons, passengers in wheelchairs are advised to face the back of the bus, bracing their wheelchair against the side of the space, applying the brakes and securing the seat belt of the wheelchair.
Wheelchair accessible buses display a blue and white wheelchair sign on the front of the bus, and on the easy access door.