Contents Introduction ............................3 Label Information ..........................4 Definitions ............................4 User Safety Information ........................5 Protocols and Procedures ........................5 Securing the Power Chair ........................6 Occupied Transit............................8 Transit Securement System ......................14 Important Points to Remember ......................15 Appendix: Declarations ........................16 Copyright 2020 3658 INFMANU /Rev F/February 2020...
Therefore, it is the position of Pride Mobility Products and Quantum that the Transit Securement System should only be utilized to secure an occupied power chair being transported in a motor vehicle at the user’s discretion and in accordance with ANSI/RESNA WC/Vol.
Label Information Read and follow the information in the owner’s manual and all supplemental information provided with the power chair before initial operation. Indicates that tested and approved power chair, with similarly labeled tested and approved seating system, conforms to ANSI/RESNA WC/Vol. 4, Section 19/ISO 7176- 19 for transport of an occupied power chair in a motor vehicle.
MANDATORY! The power chair should be used as indicated in the manufacturer’s instructions. If you have any questions about the proper use of your power chair, contact your authorized Pride/Quantum Provider. MANDATORY! Only belt restraints that comply with the provisions of ANSI/RESNA WC/Vol.
Securing the Power Chair NOTE: In addition to following the general guidelines below, be sure to follow all recommendations and instructions provided by the WTORS manufacturer. Always secure the power chair in a forward-facing position in the vehicle. Attach the four tie-down straps only to designated, labeled transit securement points indicated by anchor symbols on the power chair.
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The Pride Transit Securement System includes WTORS belt restraint anchor points in conformance with ANSI/RESNA WC/Vol. 4, Section 19/ISO 7176-19. See figures 3 and 4. Figure 4. WTORS Belt Restraint 6-Point Securement (Right Side Shown) Figure 3. WTORS Belt Restraint 4-Point Securement (Right Side Shown)
The Pride Transit Securement System includes WTORS belt restraint anchor points in conformance with ANSI/RESNA WC/Vol. 4, Section 19/ISO 7176-19. See figures 5 through 12. Figure 5. Securement Points for Occupied Transit on a Quantum 6000Z and Q6 Edge Z equipped with a Synergy Seat...
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Figure 7. Securement Points for Occupied Transit on a Q6 Edge Figure 8. Securement Points for Occupied Transit on a Q6 Edge equipped with a TRU-Balance ®...
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Figure 9. Securement Points for Occupied Transit on a Q6 Edge 2.0 Figure 10. Securement Points for Occupied Transit on a Q6 Edge 2.0...
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Figure 11 Securement Points for Occupied Transit on a Q6 Edge Z equipped with a TRU-Balance 3 with ® REAC Lift Figure 12. Securement Points for Occupied Transit on a Q6 Edge 2.0...
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Once the power chair has been properly secured, it is essential that the power chair occupant be protected for transport. WARNING! The power chair occupant must be secured with dynamically crash- tested and approved pelvic and upper-torso belts or with a five-point child restraint harness as part of WTORS.
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The frontal clear zone (FCZ) is measured from the forwardmost point on the occupant’s head and should measure at least 26 in. (65 cm) if both a pelvic and upper-torso belt are used. See figure 14. NOTE: The recommended frontal clear zone may not be achievable for power chair-seated vehicle operators.
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Some power chair components, like armrests and wheels, can interfere with proper belt fit. It may be necessary to insert the belt between the armrest and the seatback or through openings between the backrest and seat in order to avoid placing the pelvic belt over the armrest. See figure 15. Pelvic restraints should Belt restraints must not be Belt restraints must not be...
MANDATORY! vehicle- Identification Key anchored belt restraint 1. Pin system conforming to ANSI/ 2. Belt Mounting Bracket RESNA WC/Vol 4, Section 3. Upper-Torso Belt 18/ISO 10542 must be used 4. Pelvic Belt if the power chair occupant chooses not to utilize a manufacturer-installed power chair-anchored belt restraint system.
Important Points to Remember MANDATORY! Read and follow all manufacturer’s instructions, including the product owner’s manual. MANDATORY! Any WTORS or power chair involved in a vehicle crash should be replaced. WARNING! The power chair seatback should be positioned at an angle of no more than 30 degrees to the vertical.
The power chairs were tested with the following specifications: Power Chair Mass Turning Radius Seat Size Overall Rating with Front Riggings Quantum 6000Z 348 lbs. 24.5 in. 18 in. x 20 in. (158 kg) (62.23 cm) (45.7 cm x 50.8 cm) Quantum 600 294 lbs.
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The test for Lateral Stability Displacement for Point (P) is shown in figure 19. The average test result for Point (P) is: Quantum 6000Z: 0.52 in. (13.3 mm) Quantum 600: 0.38 in. (9.7 mm) Q6 Edge: 0.54 in. (13.6 mm) Q6 Edge with TRU-Balance®...
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