Positioning Belts - Pride ATHENA Owner's Manual

WARNING! Pride does not recommend using the power chair as a seat in a motor vehicle. The
power chair user should transfer into the vehicle seat and use the vehicle-installed belt
restraint system if and whenever feasible. If your power chair is equipped with a manufacturer-
installed transit securement system, please refer to the supplemental safety information
provided with your power chair.
WARNING! Always be sure your power chair and its batteries are properly secured when it is
being transported. Batteries should be secured in an upright position and protective caps
should be installed on the battery terminals. Batteries should not be transported with any
flammable or combustible items.
WARNING! Ensure power chairs equipped with a transit securement system are properly
secured to the motor vehicle during transport. Power chairs that are not properly secured can
become a hazard to the user and to other vehicle passengers in the event of a crash, sudden
stopping or swerving, as the power chair could tip or slide out of place.

Positioning Belts

Your Quantum Rehab Dealer, therapist(s) and other healthcare professionals are responsible for determining
your requirement for a positioning belt in order to operate your power chair safely. The positioning belt is not
designed for use as a restraining device in a motor vehicle. You should be properly belted into seats approved
by the vehicle manufacturer with your power chair properly stowed for vehicle transport or secured using an
optional transit securement system.
Positioning belts should be installed as detailed in this manual. See V. "Comfort Adjustments." Once installed,
the belt should be placed across the pelvis as determined by your healthcare provider. Anchor points of the
positioning belts should be located so that a projected side-view angle of the pelvis is between 45°-75° of
horizontal depending on the user's weight, posture and seat cushion thickness.
WARNING! If you require a positioning belt to safely operate your power chair, make sure it is
fastened securely in order to reduce the possibility of a fall from the power chair.
WARNING! The positioning belt is not designed for use as a seat belt in a motor vehicle. Nor is
your power chair suitable for use as a seat in any vehicle. Anyone traveling in a vehicle should
be properly belted into seats approved by the vehicle manufacturer. If your power chair is
equipped with a manufacturer-installed transit securement system, please refer to the
supplemental safety information provided with your power chair.
Batteries
In addition to following the warnings below, be sure to comply with all other battery handling information. For
more information about your power chair's batteries, see VI. "Batteries and Charging."
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I I . S A F E T Y
MANDATORY! Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds. Wear goggles and gloves when handling batteries and wash hands
after handling.
WARNING! Power chair batteries are heavy. See specifications table. If you are
unable to lift that much weight, be sure to get help. Use proper lifting techniques
and avoid lifting beyond your capacity.
WARNING! Always protect the batteries from freezing and never charge a frozen
battery. Charging a frozen battery may result in damage to the battery.
WARNING! Connect the battery harnesses in the proper manner. RED (+) cables
must be connected to positive (+) battery terminals/posts. BLACK (-) cables must be
connected to negative (-) battery terminals/posts. Protective caps should be
installed over all battery terminals. REPLACE cables immediately if damaged.
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