Description
The Maple Leaf Fusion 1 is an aluminium wheelchair back with a shallow shell and mild laterals. It comes in 16, 18 and 20 in widths at 18 in high, with a gel-infused foam top.
What does it do and how does it work?
It gives basic trunk support with less side restriction than a deep lateral back.
- Shell: lightweight aluminium, shaped with mild laterals.
- Foam: a high-resilience base under a gel-infused memory foam top.
- Cover: a breathable waterproof cover, with the Teck4 incontinence cover as an option.
- Mount: angle-adjustable hardware with 4 in (10 cm) of forward and rear movement and a 30 degree angle range.
- Clamps: fit 1 in (25 mm) back posts, with reducing sleeves for 7/8 in (22 mm) posts.
Who is it for, and who should choose something else?
It suits a rider who needs mild lateral support without a deep wrap.
- Choose the Prism Ultra back when the rider needs a 6 in (15 cm) lateral contour.
- Choose the Axiom PB back for a 2.25 in (5.7 cm) contour with a hardware choice.
An occupational therapist or physiotherapist sets the width, height and contour in a seating assessment.
Will it fit?
The standard back is 16, 18 or 20 in (41, 46 or 51 cm) wide at 18 in (46 cm) high.
- Width: match the chair's seat width; F1ST16, F1ST18 and F1ST20 are the item numbers.
- Height: 18 in is standard; a 16 or 20 in height is a custom build.
- Custom sizes: other widths and heights are made to order and are not returnable.
- Headrest and laterals: the shell is pre-punched for both.
Using it day to day
The back lifts off its mounting brackets with two release latches.
- Fitting: the first fitting uses a 3/16 in Allen key and a 7/16 in spanner.
- Cleaning: the cover machine washes cold on a gentle cycle with mild detergent, no softener or bleach, and air dries in the shade; wipe the shell with a damp cloth.
- Care: keep a cover on the back, replace a torn cover, check the hardware regularly, and replace contaminated foam.
What does it work with, and what are its limits?
It is a positioning back, and the cover does two jobs.
- Cover: it protects the foam from incontinence and is fire retardant, so the back is not used without it.
- Stability: a back changes the chair's centre of gravity, so check the chair for tipping before use.
- Returns: a custom width or height is not returnable; the standard sizes follow the return policy.
- Warranty: 2 years on the back, hardware and cover.
How does it compare?
- The Prism Ultra back has a 6 in (15 cm) lateral contour and a 250 lb (113 kg) capacity.
- The Axiom PB back has a shallower 2.25 in (5.7 cm) contour and fits frames 12 to 22 in wide.
Frequently asked questions
Can I order a 16 in or 20 in height?
Only as a custom build. The standard Fusion 1 is 18 in high, and a custom height is quoted before the order.
Can I add a headrest?
Yes. The shell is pre-punched for a headrest plate, and the headrest and its mounting hardware are separate items.
Is a custom size returnable?
No. A custom width or height is made for the rider and cannot be returned; the standard 16, 18 and 20 in backs can.
Funding help for a wheelchair back in Ontario
The standard Fusion 1 is on ADP's product list as SE0001359. Mobility Specialties is an ADP registered vendor; see how ADP works with us.
Specifications
- Sizes
- Standard widths 16, 18 and 20 in at 18 in high; custom widths and heights by quote
- Construction
- Aluminium shell, high-resilience foam and gel-infused memory foam top
- Cover
- Breathable waterproof cover; Teck4 incontinence cover is optional
- Cover care
- Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle with mild detergent, no softener or bleach; air dry in the shade
- Adjustments
- 4 in (10 cm) forward and rear movement; 30 degree angle range
- Custom sizes
- Other widths and heights are made to order and are not returnable
- Back width
- 16, 18 and 20 in (41, 46 and 51 cm)
- Back height
- 18 in (46 cm) standard; a 16 or 20 in height is a custom build
- Lateral support
- Mild laterals; shell pre-punched for a headrest and laterals
- Mounting hardware
- Angle-adjustable brackets with release latches; reducing sleeves adapt the clamps to 7/8 in (22 mm) posts
- Fits wheelchair widths
- Standard backs for 16, 18 and 20 in chairs; custom widths available
- Item numbers
- F1ST16 for 16 in wide, F1ST18 for 18 in wide and F1ST20 for 20 in wide
- Warranty
- 2 years on the back, hardware and cover; original purchaser
- Product type
- Rigid wheelchair back, aluminium shell with foam
- Use category
- Positioning, mild laterals
Figures from the manufacturer. Options and seat sizes can change them; we confirm yours before ordering.
Documents
Delivery and service
Delivery and setup
We deliver and set up equipment across Toronto and the GTA, and show you how everything works. Custom and special-order products can take longer; we confirm timing with you before delivery.
Service and repairs
Our technicians service what we sell, at home or in our shop.
Try before you buy
Visit a showroom in Etobicoke or Brampton to try products first, or book a free home assessment.
Warranty
Warranty details
Maple Leaf Wheelchair Mfg. warrants the Fusion 1 back to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use by the original purchaser.
- Back: 2 years.
- Hardware: 2 years.
- Cover: 2 years.
- Covers the original purchaser only. A defective part is repaired or replaced at Maple Leaf's discretion, including the labour and shipping for the replacement part.
- Excludes normal wear, not following the instructions, negligence, accident, improper use, maintenance or storage, and unauthorized parts, modifications or repairs.
- Claims go through the dealer that sold the back.
Funding may help pay for this
Mobility Specialties is an ADP registered vendor. Funding may help: see who may help pay.
Questions about this product?
Talk to our team, try it in a showroom, or book a free home assessment. We help with sizing and funding.
