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Therapedic™ Positioning Restraint System Model #2000 and Model #2500 Instructions for Use MODEL #2000: Use only with individuals who weigh between 20 and 102 pounds (9.1 - 46.3 kg) and whose height is less than 60 inches (152.4 cm). MODEL #2500: Use only with individuals who weigh between 40 and 130 pounds (18.1 - 59.0 kg) and whose...
Vehicle Lap Belt Only ............Page 13 and address, so send in the attached card to be on our recall list. Aircraft Installation (#2000 IPS only) ........Page 14 In order to properly register your child restraint system, you will Installing the Tether Strap ............
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The buckle may be cleaned with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Towel dry — make sure the that harness and buckle are completely MODEL #2000: Use only with individuals who weigh between 20 and dry before reinstalling. 102 pounds (9.1— 46.3 kg) and whose height is less than 60 ...
Care and Maintenance This Positioning Restraint System is designed to fit a wide range of individuals. To ensure a proper fit for the user, it is important that Cleaning Instructions the restraint be correctly set up and installed before using it for the first time.
Fasten the plastic chest clip and position it in the middle of the users chest — aligned with the armpits of the user. MODEL #2000: This restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety standards. This restraint is certified for use in Check to ensure the harness fit is snug.
Viscoelastic Foam Padding Vehicle Seat Belt Compatibility Set of seat and back foam supports with an added layer of memory foam to cradle the body prominences for pressure reduction and comfort. IMPORTANT: Vehicle seats and safety seat belts differ from vehicle to vehicle.
To adjust pads, lift the upholstery cover from the sides of the restraint shell. The pads are located between the inside of the Lap belts with an emergency locking retractor (ELR), which means plastic shell and the cover. that the lap belt will only lock in the event of a sudden stop or crash. Stretch the upholstery cover back over the pads and the edge of the shell.
4. The shoulder straps can be independently adjusted by pressing the Therapedic™ Features grey button on the tension adjuster then adding or removing slack in the webbing as necessary to obtain a snug fit. 5. A snug strap should not allow any slack. It lies in a relatively straight line without sagging.
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Checking the Harness Height Place the user in the Positioning Restraint System and properly secure with the harness. Note the position of the harness relative to the shoulder of the user. Harness straps should be inserted in the nearest slot at or above the user’s shoulder.
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Installation Components and Adjustments The Therapedic Positioning Restraint System must be installed with a Tether Strap which is included. The tether strap must be attached properly to a LATCH top tether anchor or must be bolted The Therapedic Positioning into a structurally secure location in the vehicle. See “Installing Restraint System includes the the Tether Strap.”...
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Pull the seat belt out completely to engage For individuals greater than 80 lbs. (36 kg): use two (2) the retractor, then route the belt between the tether hooks attaching one (1) tether hook to the tether back of the restraint and the metal tubes anchor immediately behind the restraint AND one (1) tether which are located along the sides of the hook to the closest adjacent tether anchor.
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1. Place the Positioning Restraint System in a forward facing position on the vehicle seat. If the front edge of the restraint extends more 3. Attach one tension adjuster hook to the upper side anchor bracket that 1” (25mm) beyond the front edge of the seat, then the vehicle located on each side of the restraint.
Restraint System is secure. When properly installed, the restraint An incorrectly mounted restraint system may come loose during an will not move more that one inch (1”) from side to side and or front accident which could result in serious injury or death to the user. to back.
Installing the Tether Strap Make sure that the seat belt in not twisted, then buckle in place. LATCH Vehicle Installation Make sure the restraint system is flat against the vehicle seat’s bottom and back. Use your hands to apply firm pressure to the restraint, pushing it into the vehicle backrest—or better yet, place your knee on the restraint and push down with all your weight—- The TheraPedic Positioning Restraint System includes a top anchorage...
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