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VELA Independence Chair
Proudly Serving America’s Finest Institutions
Choose Your ChairIntroducing the VELA Independence Chair, our most popular model. Thanks to its incredibly user-friendly design, this chair will help you once again perform daily activities with renewed comfort and accessibility.
Reach Out to an ExpertGently transition from a sitting to a standing position with our smooth, electric height adjustment feature. Effortlessly reach surfaces high and low.
Stay comfortably seated while performing daily activities. Conserve precious energy and save your body by wheeling yourself from room to room.
Feel safer in your home by minimizing your risk of a fall-related injury. Give yourself a stable base for any activity in the home.
Sitting height (from-to) | 16.7″ – 24.6″ or 20.1″ – 31.9″ |
Maximum seating width (Max. width between armrests) | 20.5″ |
Seat (W x D) | Light Support: 19.3″ x 19.3″ Extra Support: 19.3″ x 19.3″ |
Backrest (W x H) | Light Support: 15.7″ x 17.7″ Extra Support: 16.1″ x 18.9″ |
Maximum width of chair (total) | 28″ |
Chair’s base (W x D) | 22″ x 22″ |
Maximum weight load | 88 to 300 lbs (recommended) |
FDA Medical Device | Class I |
Chair Adjustments: Electric sitting height, hand-controlled wheel brake, seat angle, backrest angle, and armrest height.
The chair features robust components that blend gentle plastic covers with durable coated aluminum and steel, ensuring long-lasting use. The armrest cushions prioritize comfort with their softer PUR material. The seat and backrest contain foam cushioning wrapped in Main Line Plus fabric. This textile consists of wool and Viscose, known for durability, comfort, and easy cleaning.
Electrical functions meet IEC 60601-1 safety standards, including EMC requirements in IEC 60601-1-2. The chair holds an IP21 approval, guarding against water droplets and accidental contact with hazardous parts.
Cleaning
Easily clean all chair parts with lukewarm water, adding pH-neutral detergent if needed.
Maintenance
For optimal chair performance, inspect annually for worn or faulty components. Regularly tighten fasteners and check wheels for threads or debris.
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Free shipping in the lower 48 states in the United States, Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico may incur additional charges. Chairs generally ship within 72 business hours after your completed order. Chairs ship from our warehouse in Tampa, Florida, USA.
Warranty
Experience two years of worry-free ownership with our warranty encompassing the entire product. This coverage applies under standard wear and tear conditions, starting from the date of shipment from Tampa, Florida.
Should You Invest in a VELA Chair?
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Regain Your Independence and Discover Newfound Freedom
The amazing VELA Independence Chair will be your trusted daily companion, from getting out of bed in the morning to preparing dinner in the evening for your hungry guests. Our chair will accompany you around the house while enhancing your mobility, restoring your self-reliance, and preserving your valuable energy.
An Ergonomic Independence Chair that Offers Superior Comfort
Because changing seating positions while sitting for long periods is essential, our intuitive chair has easy grips and electric features.
The ergonomic seat and backrest on a VELA Chair are designed to support you in the best way possible.
We take pride in the fact our durable chairs have been made using the highest quality materials and craftsmanship since 1935.
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