Threshold Values For Wheelchairs Transportable By Train - Otto Bock Skippi Plus Instructions For Use Manual

12.2 Threshold values for wheelchairs transportable by train

INFORMATION
The wheelchairs in this series fully satisfy the minimum technical requirements of Regulation (EU) No. 1300/2014 for
wheelchairs transportable by train. However, not all versions can comply with all threshold values due to different set-
tings.
With the help of the table that follows, you or the qualified personnel can take measurements and verify whether your
specific wheelchair meets the threshold values.
Feature
Length
Width
Smallest wheels
Height
Turning radius
Maximum weight
Maximum obstacle height that can
be overcome
Ground clearance
Maximum inclination angle on
which the wheelchair will remain
stable
Tab. 14 Threshold values
Skippi Plus
Threshold value (according to Regulation (EU) No. 1300/2014)
1200 mm (47.2"); plus 50 mm (2") for the feet
700 mm (27.6"); plus 50 mm (2") on each side for the hands when moving
approx. 3" or greater; according to the regulation, the smallest wheel must be able
to overcome a gap measuring 75 mm (3") horizontally and 50 mm (2") vertically
max. 1375 mm (54.1"); including a 1.84 m (72.5") large male wheelchair user
(95th percentile)
1500 mm (59.1")
300 kg (661 lbs); for wheelchair and user, including baggage
50 mm (2")
60 mm (2.4"); at an upward slope angle of 10°, ground clearance must measure
at least 60 mm (2.4") under the footrest for going forward at the end of the slope
6° (dynamic stability in all directions)
9° (static stability in all directions, also when wheel lock engaged)
Technical data
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