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lap strap
warnIngs!
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Before using the wheelchair make sure that the pelvic
restraint belt is fitted.
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The pelvic restraint belt must be checked on a daily
basis to ensure it is free from any obstruction or
adverse wear.
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Always make sure that the lap strap is correctly
secured and adjusted prior to use.
Danger!
If the strap is too loose, this could cause the user of the
wheelchair to slip down and risk suffocation or serious
injury.
The pelvic restraint belt is fitted to the wheelchair as
shown in Fig. 6.51 to 6.60. The seat belt comprises two
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. 6.51).
Adjust the lap belt to suit the user's needs as follows:
Adjust the belt position so that the buckles are in the
centre of the seat. (Fig. 6.52).
Feed free belt back through male buckle and slide
adjusters.
Ensure belt is not looped at male buckle, (Fig. 6.53)
Feed free belt through slide adjusters and male buckle to
provide more belt length, (Fig. 6.54 to 6.56).
Fig. 6.51
Fig. 6.52
Fig. 6.53
Fig. 6.54
Fig. 6.55
Fig. 6.56
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