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Frame
* The bath hoist is made of two detachable components, the back support and the seat base
* The two attach together by the backrest locking onto the seat base
* The bath hoist is positioned in the bottom of the bath and attached with four large suction caps

Seat
* The bath seat has wide side flaps which are hinged and fold upwards as the seat lowers
* The seat is covered in detachable, slip resistant covering which can be removed and machine washed.

Backrest
* The backrest has a recline function which is electrically operated by the hand held control.

Power Source
* Via a battery that is found at the back of the chair
* A red light shows when the battery power is low
* The hoist is powered by a rechargeable battery which is charged after each use
* There is a power back up mechanism, allowing the seat to be raised when the battery is low

Battery Recharging
* Achieved by disconnecting the battery from the bath hoist and inserting the battery into the charging terminal

Electric Controls
* The bath hoist is lowered and raised by the user or attendant using a hand held control that is buoyant should it be dropped in water
* Handheld control on an extendable cord
* A hook attachment on the control unit allows the controls to be hung on the battery attachment on the backrest

Dismantling / Folding
* Is possible by folding the backrest down and unlocking the seat from the base

Considerations

It is recommended that prior to using this product, training in manual handling and the correct use of assistive devices should be undertaken.

Place Of Manufacture

Aquatec (Germany).

Price Guide

Price is from Endeavour Life Care

Models

Orca - with reclining backrest
Orca F - with stationary backrest
Orca XL - with reclining backrest and higher load capacity of 170kgs.

Options

* Height adjustable headrest
* Safety belt
* Chest and pelvic belts
* Height adapters
* Side flaps and side flap deflectors
* Transport bag with wheels

Additional Dimensions

Orca and Orca XL
Backrest Width....... 360 mm
Backrest Height...... 665 mm
Backrest Angle....... From 90 degr to 140 degr
Width of Base........ 285 mm
Length of Base....... 580 mm
Weight (kg).......... 12.5 kg Including battery

Maintenance

Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.

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.