6
Securing the Power Chair
NOTE: In addition to following the general guidelines below, be sure to follow all recommendations
and instructions provided by the WTORS manufacturer.
Always secure the power chair in a forward-facing position in the vehicle.
Attach the four tie-down straps only to designated, labeled transit securement points indicated by
anchor symbols on the power chair.
See figures 1 through 12.
Tighten the straps to sufficiently
remove all slack.
Never attach tie-downs to adjustable, moving, or removable parts of the power chair such as
armrests, front riggings, and wheels.
Position the anchor points for the rear tie-down straps directly behind the rear securement points on
the power chair. The front tie-down straps should anchor to floor points that are spaced wider than
the power chair to provide increased lateral stability.
See figure 1.
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.
FRONT OF
VEHICLE
Figure 1. Securing the Power Chair
Figure 2. Tie-down System
