7. Mount the front securement straps according to the instructions of the strap-system
manufacturer at the indicated place. (figure 3)
This place is marked on the wheelchair with a symbol. (figure 4)
8. Roll back the wheelchair until the front straps are tight.
9. Apply the wheelchair brake.
10. Mount the back securement straps according to the instructions of the strap-system
manufacturer at the indicated place. (figure 3)
11. This place is marked on the wheelchair with a symbol. (figure 4)
figure 3
Steps to secure the wheelchair user:
1. Remove both arm rests.
2. If present, attach the wheelchair's pelvic belt.
3. Attach the occupant restraint belts according to the instructions of the strap-system
manufacturer.
4. Wear the pelvic belt low across the front of the pelvis, so that the angle of the pelvic
belt is within the preferred zone of 30° to 75° to the horizontal, similar to that shown
below.
5. A steeper (greater) angle within the preferred zone is desirable.
6. Adjust the belt tightly according to the instructions of the strap-system manufacturer,
consistent with the user's comfort.
7. Ensure that the restraint belt connects in a straight line to the anchor point in the
vehicle and that no bends in the belt are visible, for instance at the axle of the rear
wheel.
8. Install the arm rests, if desired. make sure that belts are not twisted or held away
from the body by wheelchair components such as arm rests or wheels.
Handgrips in
lowest position
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