Invacare ReaFocus User Manual page 37

WARNING!
Injury or damage may occur from wheelchair
components or options loosened during a collision
or sudden stop.
– Ensure all removable or detachable components
and options are removed from the wheelchair
and securely stored in the vehicle.
– Disconnect the hand control (electrical version
only) from its connection to the control box
and securely stored in the vehicle.
– It is essential to have your wheelchair checked
by a qualified technician after an accident,
collision etc.
Ramps and Slopes:
WARNING!
Risk of injury
The wheelchair can move forward / backward
uncontrollably by mistake.
– Never leave the user unattended when
transporting the wheelchair up or down ramps
or slopes.
Therefore Invacare strongly recommends transferring
the wheelchair user to the vehicle with the posture
belt on.
IMPORTANT!
– Refer to the user manuals supplied with the
restraint systems.
– The following illustrations may differ depending
on the restraint system supplier.
The choice of wheelchair configuration (seat width
and depth, wheelbase) influences maneuverability
and access to motor vehicles.
1431580-C
Securing the Wheelchair with a 4-point Restraint System:
B
A
WARNING!
– Place the wheelchair with the user
forward-facing in direction of vehicle travel.
– Engage the wheelchair parking brakes.
– Activate anti-tipper (if installed).
The wheelchair tie-down positions where the restraint
system straps must be placed are marked with snap hook
symbols (see following figures and section 2.3 Labels and
symbols on the product, page 6 ).
1. Using the front and rear straps of the 4-point restraint
system, secure the wheelchair to the vehicle mounted
rails. Refer to the user manual supplied with 4-point
restraint system.
Transport
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