9.1 Securing the Wheelchair
WARNING:
• The wheelchair MUST be in a forward-facing position during travel in motor vehicle.
• This wheelchair is to be used only with Wheelchair Tiedown and Occupant Restraint Systems (WTORS) that have
been installed in accordance with the restraint systems manufacturer’s instructions and SAE J2249.
• Assembly of the WTORS anchor points to the floor and wall of the vehicle should only be done by a trained person
and in accordance with the restraint systems manufacturer’s instructions and SAE J2249.
A copy of SAE J2249 Wheelchair Tiedown and Occupant Restraint Systems (WTORS) for use in motor vehicles can
be obtained from: SAE International, 400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA 15096-0001, (877) 606-7232 or
(724) 776-4970.
Instructions
1. Securement points are identified by the symbol on the tiedown brackets and are located on the wheelchair as
illustrated in Section 2 - Major Components.
2. All four tiedown straps must be used to secure the wheelchair in a motor vehicle.
3. The wheelchair must be positioning facing forward inside the vehicle.
4. Position the wheelchair between the front and rear tiedown anchor points,
allowing for the correct angle of adjustment of the tiedown straps.
See Tiedown Strap Angles.
5. Use the four-point strap tiedowns to secure the transit wheelchair by
attaching the hook end fittings of the straps to each of the securement
bracket located on the legs of the wheelchair or by threading the straps
through the openings in the securement brackets.
6. The floor anchor points and wheelchair should be located:
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so that the tiedown straps follow a straight, clear path from the
wheelchair securement points to the floor anchor points and
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so that the front straps are angled outward from the sides for the
wheelchair and
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so that the rear straps are anchored straight back from the
wheelchair securement points
7. Once all four tiedown straps are attached to the wheelchair, inspect all
tiedown straps for signs of wear to the webbing and replace any straps that are worn.
8. Tighten the straps to remove any excess slack and provide tension between the front and rear tiedown straps.
9.2 Restraining the Wheelchair Occupant
WARNING:
• All lap belts and chest harnesses supplied by Inspired by Drive ARE NOT sufficient for occupant restraint when the
equipment is used on a moving vehicle and additional Occupant Restraint is required.
• Only tested and compatible Wheelchair Tie Down and Occupant Restraint System (WTORS) should be used. This can
be purchased separately from:
•
Sure-Lok www.sure-lok.com Tel: 866-SURE-LOK (866-787-3565), Fax: 866-TIE-DOWN (866-843-3696).
The occupant restraint should have a clear path from the user to the anchor point and should not be held away from the body and
should not be interfered with any part of the vehicle, wheelchair, seating or accessory.
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11.75 - 20
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TOP VIEW
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