Chest Positioning Strap; Pelvic Positioning Strap; H-Strap - Raz Rehab AP User Manual

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Chest Positioning Strap

An optional one-piece Chest Positioning Strap can be attached to any Raz Model. The back upholstery
includes loops that are intended as strap guides.
To install the Chest Positioning Strap:
1. Insert one side of the strap through both back upholstery loops.
2. With the user seated in the chair, thread one end of the strap
through the plastic loop on the other end of the chest strap.
3. Secure the strap in front of the user with the Velcro closure.
To adjust the Chest Positioning Strap:
1. Open the Velcro on the strap.
2. Tighten or loosen the strap around the user as needed.
3. Fasten the chest strap to secure the user.
ANY ADJUSTMENTS TO THE CHAIR'S STRAPS SHOULD BE PERFORMED WITH EXTREME
CAUTION AS THE USER'S SAFETY MAY BE DEPENDENT ON SECURE POSITIONING STRAPS.
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Pelvic Positioning Strap

An optional two-piece Pelvic Positioning Strap can be ordered with the chair and can be attached to
any Raz Model. The pelvic strap uses heavy-duty webbing and a buckle for one-handed operation.
To install the Pelvic Positioning Strap:
1. Weave the loose end of one strap through the DD-ring and
slide the DD-ring several inches from the end.
2. Feed the strap through the slot in the backrest mounting plate
– from the inside to the outside and then weave the loose
end back through the DD-ring.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the other side of the chair.
4. Adjust the DD-ring and tighten the pelvic strap as necessary.
To adjust the Pelvic Positioning Strap:
1. Loosen both straps through the DD-ring on one side.
2. Adjust by pulling/pushing the strap end in/out of the DD-ring.
3. Repeat step 2 for the other side of the strap.
4. Pull tightly on each strap to ensure that it is secured properly.
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H-Strap

An optional one-piece H-Strap can be attached to the footrests on any Raz Model. The H-Strap is
recommended for individuals who require additional positioning for the legs and feet.
To install the H-Strap:
1. With the Velcro facing towards the chair, center the strap
horizontally between both footrest hanger tubes and wrap the
loop Velcro around the tubes until it engages with itself.
To adjust the H-Strap:
1. Disconnect the Velcro from the back of the H-strap and adjust
to sling or tighten the H-strap to suit the users' needs.
2. Press firmly on the Velcro to secure the H-strap prior to use.
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