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* Transfers a person into a car without lifting.
* Dismantles into small parts for storage during transport.
* Can be mounted on either side of the car.
* No alteration to car body required.
* Lifting mechanism can be used in other locations where brackets are
installed.
* Only suits 6 cylinder sized cars, 4WD vehicles, wagons or vans, two door 4 cylinder cars.
* Approved by Vehicle Inspection Authority in ACT.
* Can be used within the home for access to the bed or toilet with brackets and a 12 volt transformer attached to the wall (cost extra).
* Can be used for caravan access for holiday travel.

Hoist
* The lifting arm of the hoist consists of three separate tubular steel
components:
*A spreader bar, extension bar and hydraulic boom.
*The lifting arm slots onto the mounting bracket which is fixed to the
floor parallel to the firewall of the car. It is powered by a 12V motor
which is powered from the car's electrical system.
*Has a push in jack attachment for power from the car battery

Sling
* The U-shaped linen sling has adjustable webbing straps with a metal
attachment bracket. These slot directly onto the spreader bar section.
* The sling provides back support up to head level and supports each leg.
* Available in small, medium and large

Method Of Use

* Put together the three components and slot into the mounting bracket, plug into the power socket.
* Put the sling on the user - this can be done in the seated position because of the shaping of the sling.
* Manoeuvre the person close to the vehicle, positioning the lifting bar in front of him/her.
* Hook the sling onto the spreader bar.
* Using the control box, push the button to raise the lifter bar and manually pivot it to position the person over the seat.
* Push the button to lower the person into the seat (the sling can remain in position under the person or removed).
* Dismantle the hoist.

Place Of Manufacture

Para-Mobility (NSW) Australian

Price Guide

Contact supplier for price

Installation

* Use a locally government registered car fitter.
* The lift can be mounted on either the left or right side front seat of two
or four door cars.
* It must be mounted to allow the widest possible sweep through the doorway without hitting the door frame or the dashboard.

Standards

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 also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.