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INVACARE recommend the ‘Gemini System with 4-Point Heavy Duty Webbing Tie-Down System with
Karabina’ should be used to secure your chair within the vehicle, these restraints are available from Unwin
Safety Systems (based in UK TA12 6EY, Tel: +44 (0) 1935 827740, http://www.unwin-safety.com).
This system comprises of a pair of non adjustable webbing straps with quick release buckles to secure the
front (Fig. 3A) of the chair each side. A pair of straps complete with karabina locate over the rear (Fig. 3B) of
the side frames on each side of the chair (labeled with the tie-down symbol). The adjustable straps are
tensioned and the chair is locked down firmly using the over centre buckles.
‘Tie Down Point’
FIG. No 3A
FIG. No 3B
‘Karabina’