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AMF-BRUNS

USER MANUAL

II. SPECIFIC WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS

A. DAILY INSPECTION CHECKLIST

At a minimum, the following items should be inspected carefully on a daily basis:

1. Check the retractors by quickly pulling out the webbing to ensure proper locking.
2. Check webbing to ensure it is not nicked, cut, frayed, damaged and contaminated by dirt, oil or any 

foreign substances.

3. Check metal parts to ensure they are not worn, broken or cracked.
4. Check that all mounting hardware (such as bolts, nuts, etc.) is secure.
5. Check fl oor anchorages to ensure cleanliness and attachment.
6. Check shoulder belt anchorages for proper attachment and operation.
7. Check buckles for damage and ensure proper operation.
8. Check male buckle tongue to ensure it is not cracked, broken or damaged.
9. Inspect the overall functionality of the restraint system.
10. Inspect all fl oor and sidewall anchorages such as tracks and plates -- including bolts. Check for 

excessive wear, corrosion and loose fasteners. Clean out any dirt and debris to ensure full and correct 
engagement of track fi ttings. If you have any doubt whatsoever, DO NOT USE THE SYSTEM.
Contact your dealer or AMF-Bruns.

B. CARE AND MAINTENANCE

1. Make sure that the restraints do not come in contact with oil, grease, dust, sand or any other 

contaminants at any time. For storage, use the AMF-Bruns storage box or storage pouch.

2. Clean the restraints on a regular basis with mild cleaning products and/or water. Never use any caustic 

or aggressive cleaners.

3. To avoid damage to the product, do not use sharp objects for cleaning, i.e. knives or scissors.
4. Frayed, contaminated and damaged webbing should be replaced immediately.

III. WHEELCHAIR AND RESTRAINT INSTRUCTIONS

See Section II (A). DAILY INSPECTION CHECKLIST

1.  Wheelchair locations should be situated as close to the accessible entrance as practical with an 

unobstructed path to each location (if multiple locations are provided).

2. Ensure there is suffi cient space to allow driver/attendant the ability to easily move around wheelchair 

location, and to properly secure wheelchair passengers.

List of Items for Each Passenger

4 PROTEKTOR® retractors (wheelchair restraint system)

1 lap and 1 shoulder belt

1 postural belt when necessary

1 storage pouch

1 belt cutter

Inspect each component to insure optimum condition.

Improperly securing the wheelchair will reduce the effectiveness of your restraint system

in an accident, resulting in personal injury or death.

WARNING

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Summary of Contents for PROTEKTOR Series

Page 1: ...soever regarding the use or maintenance of any AMF Bruns product please contact AMF Bruns Failure to follow these warnings and instructions can result in product malfunction and loss of control of the...

Page 2: ...ags should be disconnected if the wheelchair passenger is positioned less than 7 175mm from the airbag module or if any after market device is installed so as to block or compromise deployment of the...

Page 3: ...your dealer or AMF Bruns B CARE AND MAINTENANCE 1 Make sure that the restraints do not come in contact with oil grease dust sand or any other contaminants at any time For storage use the AMF Bruns st...

Page 4: ...r side to side Reapply the brakes 8 Do not cross connect the securement strap assemblies This may place added stress or unequal load forces on the wheelchair frame and may lead to potential collapse o...

Page 5: ...the front of the wheelchair Figure 1c the straps should never be closer than 12 305 mm away from each other Preferably the straps should extend out of the wheelchair frame at a 25 angle with the vert...

Page 6: ...o aluminum L track Smart Disc Floor Pocket or Smartfloor Tie down anchorage should be installed as shown in Figure 1 STEP 3 HOW TO FIT THE BELTS TO THE FLOOR STEP 4 HOW TO TIGHTEN AND RELEASE THE BELT...

Page 7: ...elt upper anchorage or guide support should always be positioned so that a Belt webbing always lies across the center of wheelchair passenger s chest and shoulder Figures 6 7 and 8 b It extends upward...

Page 8: ...t Buckle up around the wheelchair Make sure the padding is located at chest height Adjust belt if necessary A postural belt is used for support only PELVIC BELT RESTRAINTS SHOULD MAKE FULL CONTACT ACR...

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