The Observer 4x4 beach powered wheelchair is designed to enable access to a range of outdoor areas by having the ability to go through low levels of water, across sand and climb slopes of up to 15 degrees. The wheelchair holds charge for approximately 3 hours (depending on terrain) and comes in 3 seat sizes.
General Details
Caution: Powered Wheelchairs & Scooters
This item should be trialled in the user's home environment to ensure maximum safety and independence. Environmental considerations include kerbs, footpaths, road, railway crossing, etc.
Users should take care when riding a scooter or powered wheelchair and observe the following safety guidelines:
• Users who intend to use scooters or powered wheelchairs must ensure they have the necessary physical and cognitive skills to operate and manoeuvre them safely
• Stay within the legal speed limit of 10km/h
• Be aware that taking medication or driving under the influence of alcohol may affect the user's judgement
• Always make sure that you are clearly visible, particularly at night or on dull days-use the lights and reflectors and install a reflective flag high enough to be seen by motorists
• Wear a bicycle helmet whenever possible
• Slow down when you are near other people, especially pedestrians and cyclists
• Avoid stopping or driving on inclines greater than your scooter or powered wheelchair is designed for
• Use footpaths if possible. If there are no foot paths, plan to user quieter roads
• Plan your trip and avoid uneven surfaces, dips and potholes
• Ensure if you are carrying parcels that the load will not over-balance your scooter or powered wheelchair and the parcels do not interfere with your controls or vision.
Manufacturer/Country
Jiangnan Machinery Co Ltd/China
Warranty
See supplier for details
Websites
- Out and About Healthcare - http://www.outandabouthealthcare.com.au/ecommerce/details/191/Observer+Beach+4x4+Wheelchair+-+MASS+SOA+Product#.VFAhiTSUcnU
Maintenance
Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.
Models / Specifications
Model Observer Beach 4x4 Powered Wheelchair: All-terrain wheelchair
- Width of Seat 406.0, 457.0, or 508.0 inch
- Clearance Under Base to ground 105 mm
- Load Capacity (supplier stated) 150 kg
- Number of batteries for operation 4 units (4 x 12V/27Ah batteries )
- Duration of battery life 3 h (Maximum operating time, depending on terrain)
- Height Overall 1160 mm
- Height of Seat Front 530 mm
- Length Overall 1120 mm
- Width Overall 880 mm
- Speed 0 kph - 7 kph
- Weight of Heaviest Part 170 kg (Including batteries)
- Time to Recharge 8 h - 10 h
- Turning Circle 980 mm
- Climbing Grade (angle) 15 degrees
- Diameter of Rear Wheel 420 mm
- Diameter of Front Wheel 420 mm
- Width of Wheel 90 mm
Features
Contact listed suppliers to confirm features, options and models available.
Brakes
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Powered Wheelchair brakes:
- electromagnetic
- engage automatically when joystick/controller is released
Transport and Dismantling
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Wheelchair transport:
- backrest can be folded down for transport
- secure by transport tie downs for transport of wheelchair only
Controls
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Powered Wheelchair control:
- joy stick
- LCD display
- non programmable
Wheels
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Wheelchair tyres:
- solid
Legrests
-
Wheelchair legrests:
- fixed height
Armrests
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Wheelchair armrests:
- height adjustable
- lift up
Headrest
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Wheelchair headrest:
- contoured
- padded
Backrest
-
Wheelchair backrest options:
- captains style
- contoured
- padded
Seat
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Wheelchair seat options:
- captains style
- contoured
- padded
Frame
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Powered Wheelchair frame:
- aluminium
- heavy duty
Suppliers (1)
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All Suppliers
Out and About Healthcare (, Deception Bay, Gnangara)
| Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
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| P.O.A | unknown | unknown |
Queensland Suppliers
Out and About Healthcare (Deception Bay)
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| P.O.A | unknown | unknown |
VIC Suppliers
Out and About Healthcare ()
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| P.O.A | unknown | unknown |
WA Suppliers
Out and About Healthcare (Gnangara)
| Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
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| P.O.A | unknown | unknown |
QLD Suppliers
Out and About Healthcare (, Deception Bay)
| Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
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| P.O.A | unknown | unknown |
NSW Suppliers
Out and About Healthcare ()
| Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
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| P.O.A | unknown | unknown |
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 see http://www.ilcaustralia.org.au/Using_Assistive_Technology/standards_regulation
Disclaimer
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