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Frame
* Powder Coated Aluminium
* Only available in black
Seat
* The mechanical seat tilt adjustment brings the seat into a tilted position for pressure relief. Seat base can be continuously tilted backwards up to 6, however 20 of manual tilt can be achieved as an option
* A variety of pressure cushions or seating systems can be used with this wheelchair.
Upholstery
Dependent on seating system used
Backrest
* Reclining and fully folding backrest
* Tension adjustable backrest for comfort and positioning
* Manual recline is standard on this chair.
Headrest
A headrest is not standard on B400, however other options may be mounted on the wheelchair
Armrests
* Are full length and removable with the possibility of height adjustability
* A range of different padding options is available
Legrests
* Swing up / swing away style and removable
* Optional manual elevating legrests
Footplates
* Flip up two piece style, composite or aluminium
* Set at 70 degree hanging angle as standard with the option of other angles and height adjustment
Drive Wheels
* 360mm diameter, 75mm width pneumatic wheels
Front Castors
* 225 mm diameter 65mm width pneumatic wheels, with swivel lock
Controls
* The control panel consists of a keypad, LED display and joystick
* The VR2 control unit is used to control the power wheelchair with up to 5 drive profiles
* The control unit comprises a control panel for entering the driving commands and for displaying the current state of the functions as well as a controller that uses the input data to control the drive motors
* Data transmission is realised via a bus system
* Since the VR2 can be programmed, it is possible to adapt the control unit to the personal requirements of the user; eg. the speed, acceleration and deceleration values can all be adapted.
Batteries
* The standard version of the B400 power wheelchair includes two 50 Ah/12 V wet cell batteries
* Optional two 72 Ah Gel batteries
Motor
High speed 2 pole, 200 watt Motor, can be disengaged at the left and right hand side of the wheel hubs
Transport or Dismantling
* Optional transit tie-down packages are available
* The wheelchair size can be reduced for transporting by folding down the backrest and removing the side panels and footrests
Colour Options
Black only
Factors To Consider
Transport Accessibility
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 maximum length 1250mm, maximum width 750mm, maximum turning circle1500mm and maximum 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.
Occupied Wheelchair in a Car
A person sitting in a wheelchair within a car or van requires certification and RTA approval for the wheelchair and occupants restraint system where the wheelchair or occupant are restrained to the vehicle structure. RTA approval is not required for a postural support, such as a harness, that is only attached to the wheelchair and not to the vehicle.
Wheelchair Restraints
When transporting a person in a wheelchair in a car or van, both the occupant and the wheelchair require an RTA approved restraint system. The wheelchair and the occupant need to be separately secured to the vehicle itself.
RTA approval is not required for a postural support, such as a harness, that supports the user in the wheelchair but is not part of the vehicle restraint system.
The use of a headrest is not legally required but strongly recommended. Easily detachable, folding headrests which fit a wheelchair with standard push handles are available. Refer to section Wheelchair, Scooter, Cushions, ramps / Postural Supports - Seating System: Restraint+ Head+Back+Seats
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