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connection and tightness to assure the wheelchair users safety. The attendant
/ transporter must be fully cognisant of the fastening system's usage and its
weight limitations.
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See
http://www.unwin-safety.com/
for more information.
CAUTION:
When transporting or lifting, never hold on to attachments or accessories
(front/rear wheels, handrims, castors, footrests, armrests, anti-tippers etc.).
All lifting should be done with a straight back. Straight legs to lift the chair. Carefully
carry it up or down steps; be aware of how you place your feet, do not cross them
and trip yourself up.
5.10 Adjusting length of pelvic belt
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Identify the require length of the belt. (Figure 5.8)
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Push the two part of belt through buckle to make the belt longer or shorter.
(Figure 5.9)
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Pull the two part of belt tight. (Figure 5.10)
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Push buckle up to the plastic clip so that the belt can not slip out of position.
Please check that there is no gap between the clip and buckle. (Figure 5.11)
Figure 5.8
Figure 5.9
Figure 5.10
Figure 5.11
How to operate it:
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When you sit on the wheelchair, fasten the safety belt.
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Adjust the belt and make it fit your body for comfort and security.
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When you don’t use it, please fasten the belt to avoid the belt
dropping into rear
wheels during motion.
Maintenance
The Safety Belt is made from 100% polyester fibre and the clasp is made from
plastic. It does not require any maintenance but should be inspected every month
to ensure that the edges are not frayed and weekly to make sure that it correctly fits
SUGGESTION:
We recommend that the belt is fitted quite tightly around the pelvis. Please tighten
until you can just get your fingers between user and seat belt. Please check that the
belt is fastened correctly as recommended. If this is not possible please consult
your supplier.
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