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Description

Vanguard Bariatric Wheelchair

Wheelchair users of up to 600 lbs. can enjoy enhanced freedom, mobility, and comfort in the Vanguard Bariatric Wheelchair. You’ll love how easily the Vanguard maneuvers through your home and social surroundings. This specialty manual tilt-in-space wheelchair provides easy, “no-lift” tilt and assisted back recline. You’ll experience relief from seating-related discomfort, making activities of daily living a breeze. The Vanguard can help you avoid common mistakes in bariatric seating and provide intuitive solutions for the unique challenges of bariatric care.
Features:
- One-of-a-kind Comfort Tension Seating® system provides pressure redistribution and airflow for supportive comfort
- Delivers safe and comfortable tilt and recline, without the use of restraints
- Posterior tilt enhances socialization and engagement, and anterior tilt eases the user into a seated or standing position
- Special, “no-lift” foot pump operates the tilt-in-space feature
- Gluteal shelf support and “stand assist” handles add support for bariatric users
- Adjustable arm supports and leg supports give each user a custom fit.
- Removable upper lateral supports & arm supports facilitate easy side transfer
- The 16-gauge, powder-coated, tubular steel frame will outlast any other bariatric wheelchair
Benefits:
Wheelchair User Benefits
- Built to fit the unique ergonomic challenges of bariatric users
- Improves seating tolerance and reduces the risk of pressure injuries
- Delivers customizable upper lateral body support to prevent falling during transfers
- Provides a custom fit with height-adjustable arm supports
- Supports legs with an adjustable, elevating design
- Improves posture, oxygenation, feeding, and overall comfort
- Supports proper posture and reduces the need for restraints
Caregiver Benefits
- “No-lift” foot pump helps you raise, lower, and tilt bariatric users without physical strain
- Saves time by reducing the need for multiple transfers during the day
- Cleans and disinfects easily with a non-porous, fluid-resistant surface
- Makes it easy to change incontinence products without transferring patients from the wheelchair
- Allows for safer, easier, one-person side transfers from the bed to the wheelchair
- Durable and cost-effective for long-term use

Specifications
Tilt Angle Up to 10° Anterior, Up to 30° Posterior
Recline Angle Up to 45°
Weight Capacity Up to 600 lbs. (272 kg)
Seat Widths 24" (61 cm), 26" (66 cm), 28" (72 cm), 30" (77 cm)
Seat Depths 21" (54 cm), 23" (59 cm)
Seat Surface Heights 20" (51 cm), 22" (56 cm), 21" (54 cm), 23" (59 cm), 24" (61 cm)
Back Heights 32" (82 cm), 34" (87 cm), 36" (92 cm), 38" (97 cm), 40" (102 cm)
Wheels Front Total Lock Casters: 6" (16 cm), Rear Multi-Directional Locking Casters: 8" (21 cm)
Frame Material 16-gauge powder-coated tubular steel frame
Special Features Concave Back, Ergonomic Foot Pump for Tilt Operation, Handles for Safe Transfers
Adjustability Removable lateral shoulder supports, Adjustable Elevating Leg Support, Height-Adjustable & Removable Arm Supports
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Size Chart / measuring guide
A-Seat DepthMeasure from the most posterior point of the body to the inside of the knee, minus at least two inches. Some prefer more leg overhang to make room for their hand when lifting their leg.B-Back HeightMeasured from the seat base to the top of the wheelchair back. Depends on how much upper back support is needed, and also affects freedom for the upper body to rotate.c-Rear Seat to FloorMeasurement from the ground to the rear seat edge. Relative to the front seat-to-floor dimension, this determines the rearward slope ("dump" or "squeeze") of the wheelchair seat.D-Hanger AngleDetermines how far the toes extend away from the body, measured from the horizontal. A tighter angle allows the wheelchair to turn around in less space. Depends in part on ability of the knee to bend towards the perpendicularE-Seat WidthDetermined by the widest point of the body from knee to hip, plus an inch to ensure room to move. Consider bulk of clothing, particularly a heavy winter coat, if relevant.F-Wheel CamberAngle of the wheel relative to the vertical. More camber improves stability and agility, but also limits ability to pass through narrow spaces. A typical daily wheelchair uses three degrees of camber.G-Front Seat to FloorMeasure the leg from the back of the knee to the sole of the foot. Then subtract the thickness of the cushion when it is compressed. Next, add a minimum of two inches for footrest clearance. Do not add the footrest clearance if the wheelchair will be foot-propelled.H-Footrest WidthMeasure from the inside of each leg rest tubing the distance or desired distance between leg rests.H-Footrest WidthMeasure from the inside of each leg rest tubing the distance or desired distance between leg rests.I-Center of GravityMeasure from the front of the seat back post to the center of the rear axle.J-Seat to Footrest LengthMeasure from the edge of the seat upholstery to the top rear of the footrest.K-Backrest AngleMeasure the angle of the back post to the floor. Ninety degrees will be perpendicular to the floor, to approximate the angle from the back post to the seat, subtract two degrees from measurement for every .5" of dump -
Warranty Information
Return Policy All items eligible for return have a Restocking Fee of 30%. For orders that incur a shipping cost, it will be excluded from the refund issued. You are responsible for the cost of return shipping and the product must be in the original packaging. The item must be in new, unused. Any sign of wear and tear will prevent a credit from happening. All products received in retail or manufacturer packaging must be returned in packaging. Return Windows Most items may request a return within 10 days of receipt for a refund. You are responsible for the cost of return shipping and the product must be in the original packaging. Any custom built item that is built to special specifications is ineligible for return. This includes but is not limited too; ultra lightweight wheelchairs, heavy duty wheelchairs, tilt and space wheelchairs, pediatric wheelchairs, outdoor/all terrain power wheelchairs, power elevating/recline/tilt power wheelchairs, rehab shower commode chairs, bathroom transfer systems, standing frames and gait trainers. Cushion Return Policy This item is non-returnable for one of the following reasons: This item is custom-made by the manufacturer to suit your specific needs. Please review all specifications. carefully before placing your order. Once production of your item has begun – the order is unable to be cancelled. For hygienic safety and per FDA regulations this item is non-returnable, even if unused. Once products are installed, the product is no longer returnable. Please inspect your product upon delivery. If the product is damaged or incorrect, please call BuildmyWheelchair.com Customer Service. Return Process Contact sales@buildmywheelchair.com to request a Return Authorization Number. This must be included on the package when returning. After the Return Authorization is granted, ship the item back to the address supplied from customer service within 14 days. Before a credit will be issued, the product will be inspected for damage and signs of use. If there are any signs of use shown on the product, Buildmywheechair.com will not be able to issue a refund. In the event your item is not returnable we will contact you and you can decide if you'd like it shipped back. You will be responsible for shipping fees to get the item back to you. Once approved, your refund, minus any restocking fees, will be refunded to your original form of payment. ALL returned products require a Return Authorization number. Returns received without this number will not be credited. Products returned without a Return Authorization number will not be credited. If product not received within 21 days of Return Authorization, no credit will be issued. Return Shipping Buildmywheechair.com can assist in picking the best return shipping option to use once- depending on the sizing of the package USPS will be the least expensive route for return. Custom Order Cancellation All custom orders will require a deposit of $2,500. Once a custom order has begun production, the $2,500 deposit fee will be ineligible for refund. Cancelled Orders If you cancel an order after the item has shipped, the order is subject to all return policies. You will need to follow the Return Authorization process in order receive any refund. If delivery is refused and not returned with an RA number, a refund minus the cost of shipping and restocking fee of 30% will be credited when item is returned and located. This may take an extended period depending on the return location. Credits If the full Return Authorization process is followed and your product is received in new condition, a credit will be issued to the payment type used for the purchase. Please allow up to 4 weeks for your credit to be issued. If you paid by check or money order, we will issue a check within 30 days. If your item is defective or was damaged in shipping, please contact the office at 1-844-269-4335 or email us at sales@buildmywheelchair.com. We will coordinate to have the item corrected or replaced as fast as possible.