A wheelchair carrier with a ramp that attaches to a car towbar and is designed for use with a manual folded wheelchair.
General Details
Extra product information
The carrier consists of a rectangular base plate bolted to the towbar, a framework slides into this, secured by ring pins, which supports the wheelchair.
The framework is made from zinc plated tubular steel and can be removed from the towbar base plate when not in use.
Provision has been made on the rear of the carrier for a number plate.
METHOD OF USE
1. Remove pin securing ramp to carrier.
2. Place ramp so that the lip of the ramp hooks onto the side end of the metal frame.
3. Push the folded wheelchair up the ramp and secure to tie down points by straps.
4. Refasten ramp to original position located at the rear of the carrier.
Options
. tie down straps
. waterproof cover.
. Customising to suit wheelchairs with either 610mm or 300mm rear wheels is available.
Licensing and Insurance Requirements
You are legally required to advise your State licensing authority of any medical condition or disability that may impact on your driving. If not, you risk fines or legal action and your car insurance can be affected. You may need to provide medical reports or undergo driving tests. Modifications to your vehicle must be in line with the Australian safety and design rules. Fitting of wheelchair occupant restraints, child restraints and vehicle hoist ramps must meet relevant Australian Standards. Modifications should be done by suitably qualified vehicle modifiers. You will also need to inform your car insurer of any vehicle modifications. Your policy may become void if you do not do so. Contact the vehicle licensing / registration authority in your State for more information.
Manufacturer/Country
Unknown
Maintenance
Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.
Models / Specifications
Model Standard: Only one model
Suppliers (3)
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All Suppliers
Leef Independent Living Solutions (Alice Springs , Ballarat, Batemans Bay, Bayswater , Bega , Benalla , Berrimah, Caulfield South, Caulfield South , Edwardstown, Fyshwick, Mornington, Stepney, Wangaratta , Warrnambool , Winnellie, Wodonga)
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995.0 - 0.0 (24/5/2017) | unknown | unknown |
Medimart (Brighton North, Elizabeth Vale, Elizabeth Vale , Frankston , Reynella)
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P.O.A | unknown | unknown |
Tech-Assist Products (Kidman Park)
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P.O.A | unknown | unknown |
VIC Suppliers
Leef Independent Living Solutions (Ballarat, Bayswater , Benalla , Caulfield South, Caulfield South , Mornington, Wangaratta , Warrnambool , Wodonga)
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995.0 - 0.0 (24/5/2017) | unknown | unknown |
Medimart (Frankston )
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P.O.A | unknown | unknown |
SA Suppliers
Leef Independent Living Solutions (Edwardstown, Stepney)
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995.0 - 0.0 (24/5/2017) | unknown | unknown |
Medimart (Brighton North, Elizabeth Vale, Elizabeth Vale , Reynella)
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P.O.A | unknown | unknown |
Tech-Assist Products (Kidman Park)
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P.O.A | unknown | unknown |
NT Suppliers
Leef Independent Living Solutions (Alice Springs , Berrimah, Winnellie)
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995.0 - 0.0 (24/5/2017) | unknown | unknown |
NSW Suppliers
Leef Independent Living Solutions (Batemans Bay, Bega )
Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
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995.0 - 0.0 (24/5/2017) | unknown | unknown |
ACT Suppliers
Leef Independent Living Solutions (Fyshwick)
Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
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995.0 - 0.0 (24/5/2017) | 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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