Quickie Jive, Instructions For Use Manual

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Quickie Jive
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Due to the weight of the Jive wheelchair it is always
necessary to use a 6 strap tie down system, 4 straps at
the rear of the wheelchair and 2 at the front.
A representative FWD/RWD and MWD Jive wheelchair
has been tested in accordance with the dynamic
performance requirements specified in ISO 7176-19:2008
“Wheeled Mobility Devices for use in Motor Vehicles”.
The 6 point strap restraint system, 4 straps at the rear
and 2 straps at the front, conforms to ISO 10542 or SAE
J2249 and was used in accordance with the WTORS
manufacturer’s instructions.
The Unwins TITAN 1 restraint system was used for
these tests. However other 6 strap restraint systems may
be used as long as they conform to ISO10542 or SAE
J2249 and are used in accordance with the WTORS
manufacturer’s instructions. They must also be checked
to make sure that they are sufficiently specified for the
weight of the wheelchair and rider
note: In order to restrain the wheelchair effectively
using a six point strap system please ensure that the tie
down straps are correctly tensioned as per the WTORS
manufacturers instructions
danger!
The tie-down restraints should be fitted to the main •
frame of the wheelchair as indicated by the diagrams
in this section. Positioning of Tie down Restraints
on the Wheelchair, and not to any attachments or
accessories, e.g. not around the spokes of wheels,
brakes or footrests.
danger!
The tie–down restraints should be attached as close •
as possible at an angle of 45 degrees and tightened
securely in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Alterations or substitutions must not be made to the •
wheelchair tie down points or to structural and frame
or components without consulting the manufacturer.
Failure to do so will invalidate the ability of a Sunrise
Medical wheelchair to be transported within a
vehicle.
Both pelvic and upper torso restraint belts must •
be used to restrain the occupant to reduce the
possibility of head and chest impacts with the vehicle
components and serious risk of injury to the user and
other vehicle occupants. (Fig.13.2) The upper torso
restraint belt should be mounted to the vehicle “B”
pillar - failure to do so will increase the risk of serious
abdominal injuries to the user.
A head restraint suitable for transportation (see label •
on headrest) must be fitted and suitably positioned at
all times during transportation.
The safety of the user during transportation depends •
upon the diligence of the person securing the tie
down restraints and they should have received
appropriate instructions and/or training in their use.
Wherever possible remove and stow safely away •
from the wheelchair all auxiliary equipment, for
example: Crutches, Loose cushions, Tray Tables,
etc.
Articulating/elevating leg rest should not be used •
in the elevated position when the wheelchair and
user are being transported and the wheelchair is
restrained using Wheelchair Transport and Occupant
Restraints.
Reclining backrests should be returned to an upright •
position.
The manual brakes must be firmly applied. •
fig.13.3