A lightweight fixed frame wheelchair with a compact aluminium or titanium frame. It is custom made for size, rake and camber. The ES model also has an Advanced Ergonomically Designed Seating System. The aluminium model has fixed seat height and camber bar. The titanium model has adjustable seat height and camber bar. Approx basic weight 8.0kg.
General Details
Extra product information
Options
* Fixed backrest
* Adjustable camber bar
* Castors
* 125mm wide or 150mm wide solid
* alloy hubs on 125 or 150mm castors
* 100mm wide with alloy hub; frog legs
* Wheels
Extra product information
Frame
* Fixed frame.
* The aluminium model has fixed seat height and camber bar. Powder coated standard colours.
* The titanium model has adjustable seat height and camber bar. Bead blasted frame.
Seat
* Seat width and depth built as specified
* Synthetic black slung upholstery
Melrose Ergo Seating System (on ES model)
* A horizontal seat provides good pressure distribution with a neutral pelvic position.
* An angled seat gives better trunk stability and better pushing.
* The ergonomic seat combines both horizontal and angled seating to give all these benefits. The ergonomic seat is angled, except for the back section which is horizontal.
* The backrest is vertical and includes a rear angled section at the top to give lumbar support for the spine.
Backrest
* Folding is standard. Non folding (fixed) on request
* Height built as specified
* Black synthetic standard back upholstery
* Optional tension adjustable back
Armrests
* Optional swing away or T height adjustable
* Black fabric skirt guards
Wheels
* Standard 610mm cross spoked high pressure. BMX 610mm
* Tyres: Grey tread, rib, low profiles or KIK solid tyres
* Hard anodized push rims
Optional
* 610mm twister spokes high pressure; 635mm: and 660mm
* Cross spoked high pressure; BMX 660mm
* X Core carbon fibre 635mm only - tri spoke
* Spider wheels
* Spinergy sports wheels
* Vinyl, foam or rubber coated push rims
* Clear or black spoke guards
Quick release axles standard (optional quad release axles)
Brakes
* High mount push to lock
* Scissor brakes
Optional
* Hill climbers
* Extension brakes - superlocks
Castors
* Fixed front castor position. 75mm, 100mm, 125mm or 150mm solid
* Standard forks
Optional
* 125mm wide or 150mm wide solid
* Alloy hubs on 125 or 150mm castors
* 100mm wide with alloy hub
* frog legs
Camber Bar
0, 3. 6 or 9 degrees (optional adjustable camber bar position)
Footrest
Rigid adjustable height
Optional
* ABS solid cover
* Fabric padded cover
Factors to Consider
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
Manufacturer/Country
New Zealand
Maintenance
Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.
Models / Specifications
Model Melrose Piranha : Standard
Model Melrose Piranha ES: With Ergo Seating System
- Load Capacity (supplier stated) 100 kg
Suppliers (1)
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Melrose Wheelchairs Australia (Glen Waverley)
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VIC Suppliers
Melrose Wheelchairs Australia (Glen Waverley)
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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
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