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This part of ISO 7176 specifies requirements for static, impact and fatigue strength of wheelchairs includingscooters intended for users whose mass does not exceed 100 kg. It specifies the test methods for determiningwhether the requirements have been met. It also specifies requirements for disclosure of the test results.The test methods may also be used to verify manufacturers' claims that a product exceeds the minimumrequirements of this part of ISO 7176.A reference configuration is specified for adjustable wheelchairs and scooters to enable test results to be used forthe comparison of performance.It applies to occupant- and attendant-propelled manual wheelchairs and electrically powered wheelchairs intendedto provide indoor and outdoor mobility for people with disabilities. For electrically powered wheelchairs, it applies tothose with a maximum speed of not more than 15 km/h where not more than two wheels are driven and which havethree or more wheels located on two parallel, transverse axes.