Specifications

587

Tilt Wheelchair

SECTION 2 - DEFINITIONS AND TECHNICAL INFORMAION-

2.1 Definitions

“BRODA” means BRODA Enterprises Inc. doing business as BRODA Seating. “Wheelchair”

refers to BRODA Model 587 Manual Wheelchair.

“Long-Term Care Institution” refers to a Nursing Home, Hospital, or other Health Care facility that

provides health and personal care to its residents on a long-term basis.

“Patient” refers to an individual using the wheelchair who may be limited to a sitting position.

“Professional Caregiver” refers to the Doctors, Nurses, Therapists, Nurses Aids, Health Care

Aids, and other Specialists who provide health and personal care to its residents.

“Caregiver” refers to any person who is appropriately trained to provide care or services to the

patient or the wheelchair used by the patient and may include the patient’s family members or

guardian.

“Seat Tilt” refers to changing the angle of the wheelchair’s seat with respect to the wheelchair

frame (or ground), without changing the angle between the back and the seat.

“Transfer(s)” refers to the movement of a resident into or out of a wheelchair with the assistance

of their caregiver(s).

“Mechanical Transfer(s)” refers to the movement of a patient into or out of a wheelchair with the

assistance of their caregiver(s) using a patient lift or other assistive device that bears the weight

of the patient.

“Safety Requirements” are the important information contained in Section 1 which must be

followed to ensure the safe operation of the wheelchair for the patient, caregivers, and third

parties.

2.2 Technical Information

Wheelchair Frame

The frame is constructed of 16 gauge tubular steel. The base, seat, back, arms and footrest are

powder–coated for durability and corrosion resistance. Recommended maximum patient weight is

250 lbs (114 kg) for wheelchair widths up to and including 20”.

Adjustments to the seat tilt function is supported by a mechanical locking device designed to

permit controlled movement during the operation of these functions. No motors or other powered

devices are used in the wheelchair.

Casters and Wheels

The front casters are 6” swivel with non-marking rubber tires. The rear mount standard 22” mag

wheels are used for patients to propel themselves. Minimal maintenance is required for both

casters and mag wheels, except for in extreme conditions as steam cleaning, pressure washing

or autoclaving.