How The Mobility Device Is Anchored In A Vehicle; Device - Invacare Storm 4 Series User Manual

belts. Both types of safety belt should be used in order to
minimize the risk of injuries to head or upper body.
It is imperative that the mobility device is inspected by
an authorized dealer before being used again after being
involved in a crash. Alterations to the mobility device
tie-down points may not be carried out without the
manufacturer's permission.

8.3.1 How the mobility device is anchored in a vehicle

The mobility device is fitted with four
tie-down points. Snap hooks or belt loops
can be used for fixation. If the wheelchair
can be used as a vehicle seat, these tie-down
points are labelled with the symbol shown
on the right.
Fig. 8-1 Front
1. Secure the mobility device at the front (1) and at the
rear (2) with the tie-down system belts.
2. Secure the mobility device by tensioning the belts in
accordance with the tie-down system manufacturer's
user manual.
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Fig. 8-2 Rear
8.3.2 How the user is secured within the mobility device
CAUTION!
Risk of injury if the user is not properly secured
within the mobility device
– Even if the mobility device is fitted with a
posture belt, this is no substitute for a proper
safety belt which complies with ISO 10542 in
the transport vehicle. Always use the safety
belt installed in the transport vehicle.
– Safety belts must be in contact with the user's
body. They must not be held at a distance from
the user's body using parts of the mobility
device such as armrests or wheels.
– Safety belts must be pulled as tightly as
possible without causing the user discomfort.
– Safety belts must not be positioned while
twisted.
– Ensure that the third seat belt anchorage point
is not fixed directly to the vehicle floor, but to
one of the vehicle uprights.
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