Pelvic Restraint Belt - Quickie Life i Notice D'utilisation

Pelvic Restraint Belt

The lap belt should be fixed so that the belt sits at an angle of 45
degrees across the user's pelvis. The user should be upright
and be as far back as possible in the seat when correctly
adjusted. The lap belt should not allow the user to slip down in
the seat.
(Fig. 6.47)
Fig. 6.46
To fasten buckle:
Firmly push male buckle
into female buckle.
WARNING!
• If in doubt about the use and operation of the lap belt then
ask your healthcare professional, wheelchair dealer, carer
or attendant for assistance.
• If you want to retrofit a lap belt, then please contact your
authorised Sunrise Medical dealer.
• The lap belt must be checked on a daily basis to ensure it
is adjusted correctly and free from any obstruction or
adverse wear.
• Sunrise Medical does not encourage the transportation of
any person in a vehicle using this lap belt as a method of
restraint.
Please see Sunrise Medical transit booklet for further
advice on transportation.
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Fig. 6.47
To release belt:
Press exposed sides of male
buckle and push towards
centre whilst gently pulling
apart.
Maintenance:
Check lap belt and securing components at regular intervals for
any sign of fraying or damage. Replace if necessary.
WARNING
The lap belt should be adjusted to suit the end user as detailed
above. Sunrise Medical recommends that the length and fit of
the belt be checked on a regular basis to reduce the risk of the
end user inadvertently re-adjusting the belt to an excessive
length.
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