M.tilt And Recline; N.transit Option And Use - Zippie VOYAGE Manuel D'instructions

Z IPP IE VO YA GE

M.TILT AND RECLINE

Using the tilt or recline adjustments triggers before taking the necessary precautions may
effect the balance and stability of your device. BEFORE making these adjustments you must
be aware of the following:
1. The child must be secure in the device.
2. You must rotate the front casters forward, and engage the parking brake.
3. ALWAYS make certain that the dependent mobility device is level and stable before
and after
adjusting the tilt and/or recline.
4. ALWAYS support the seating shell when releasing the tilt trigger.

N.TRANSIT OPTION AND USE

NOTE– The Zippie Voyage has passed transit testing and is considered to be ISO 7176-19 compliant
for a dependent child weighing at least 26lbs (12kg) and up to 75lbs (34kg). In transit, the
occupant must be secured within the vehicle and secured in a 3 point harness. Transit straps
should be secured to the front and rear transit loops(A).
1. It is recommended that the Zippie Voyage not be used to transport occupants weigh-
ing 25lbs (11kg) or less. Rather, occupants 25lbs (11kg) or less should be transported
using a suitable rearward facing infant car seat.
2. If possible and feasible, the occupant should transfer to the vehicle seat and use the
OEM vehicle-installed restraints.
3. The occupant must be facing the front of the vehicle during transport.
4. Wheelchair Tiedown and Occupant Restraint Systems (WTORS) must be used.
5. A Wheelchair Tiedown that has been tested in accordance with SAE J2249 must also
be used in any transit situation.
6. The Occupant must be restrained with a vehicle anchored 3-point Belt.
7. For all transit situations, you must use the Transit Strap provided with your device
(1). It secures the seating shell to the rear frame. It is critical that the strap be
threaded thru the 2 "D" clips as shown in (figure 1) for the safety of the occupant.
8. Mobility device mounted accessories, such as trays and respiratory equipment, and
batteries, should be removed, and secured separately. The optional Voyage vent tray,
oxygen holder, and IV pole must also be removed and secured separately before using
as a seat in a motor vehicle.
9. The occupant must not weigh more than 75lbs. (34 Kg).
10. The location(s) of the front and rear securement points(A) are shown in (figure 2
and marked with a transit point label for clear identification.
11. Use only with WTORS that have been installed in accordance with the manufactur-
er's instructions and SAE J2249. Attach WTORS to the securement points(A) in
accordance with the manufacture's instructions and SAE J224
12. The angle of the pelvic belt should be within the preferred zone of 45 to 75 degrees
to the horizontal, or within the optional zone of 30 to 45 degrees to the horizontal
(figure 3)
13. The pelvic belt should be worn low across the front of the pelvis. Position upper
torso belts over the shoulders. The belt(s) should not be held away from the body by
wheelchair components. Ensure that the belts are not twisted.
14. If a recline angle is required during transport, the chair seat/back should be positioned
at an angle of no more than 30° to the vertical, or the occupant is at risk of injury in
the event of an accident or collision.
15. Attach all occupant restraints in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and
SAE J2249.
NOTE–
To obtain a copy of SAE J2249 "Wheelchair Tiedown and Occupant Restraint Systems for
Use in Motor Vehicles" Please contact:
SAE International, 400 Commonwealth Drive
Warrendale, PA 15096-0001
or by phone at (724)-776-4970, or (877) 606-7232
Look for this symbol on your wheelchair. It indicates wheelchair securement points
which conform to ANSI/RESNA (1998) V.1 - Section 19 and/or ANSI/RESNA (2012) V.4
WC-19, and ISO 7176-19.
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