Options - Lap Belt - Sunrise Medical Breezy RubiX2 Directions For Use Manual

Options – Lap belt
WARNING!
Before using your wheelchair ensure the seat belt is worn and
correctly adjusted before use.
The lap belt is fitted to the wheelchair as shown in the illustrations.
The seat belt comprises 2 halves. They are fitted using the existing
seat stay retaining bolt fitted through the eyelet on the belt. The belt
is routed under the rear of the side panel. (Fig. 41)
Adjust the belt position so buckles are in the centre of the seat.
(Fig. 40)
Fig.39
Adjust lap belt to suit the user's needs as follows:
To increase the belt To reduce the belt
length
Type B
Feed free belt Feed free belt back
through slide adjust- through male buckle
ers and male buckle and slide adjusters.
to provide more belt
length.
Fig.40
lenght
Type B
Type B
Ensure belt is not
looped at male
buckle.
Options – Lap belt
When fastened check space between the lap belt and user, when
correctly adjusted it should not be possible to insert more than the
flat of the hand between the lap belt and the user. (Fig. 41)
Generally the Lap Belt should be fixed so that the straps sit at an
angle of approximately 45°, and when correctly adjusted should not
allow user to slip down in the seat.
(Fig. 42)
Fig.41
To fasten buckle:
Firmly push male buckle into
female buckle.
ADVICE TO CLIENT
DANGER!
• Do not rely on the lap belt only when the wheelchair and
occupant are transported in a vehicle, use the separate
occupant lap and diagonal restraints provided in the vehicle.
• Before use we recommend that the lap belt be checked to
ensure that it is adjusted correctly, free from any obstruction or
adverse wear and that the buckle engages securely.
• Failure to make sure that the lap belt is secure and adjusted
prior to use could cause serious injury to the user. e.g. too
loose a strap may allow the user to slip down in the chair and
risk suffocation.
MAINTENANCE:
Check lap belt and securing components at regular intervals for any
sign of fraying or damage. Replace if necessary. Clean the lap belt
with warm soapy water and allow it to dry.
DANGER!
The lap belt should be adjusted to suit the end user as detailed
above Sunrise Medical also recommend that the length and fit of
the belt is checked on a regular basis to reduce the risk of the end
user inadvertently re-adjusting the belt to an excessive length.
If in doubt about the use and operation of the seat belt then ask
your healthcare professional, wheelchair dealer, carer or attendant
for assistance.
Fig.42
To release belt:
Press exposed sides of male
buckle and push towards centre
/ push the press button of the
female buckle whilst gently pull-
ing apart.
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