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ZRA_Aero Z Owner’s Manual
OM_ZRA_Aero Z_0913RevA
CHAPTER 14: TRANSPoRTATioN oPTioNS
position on the wheelchair frame. The two rear brackets may be removed ONLY if it is necessary
to adjust the seat depth. However, any adjustment of the rear tie-down brackets must ALWAYS
be performed by an authorized TiLite dealer, and, even if such an adjustment is made, you
must ALWAYS use the bolts and nuts originally shipped with your wheelchair. If you substitute
another bolt or nut, the tie-down brackets may not operate properly. Notwithstanding this Warning
regarding removing or relocating the brackets, you should ALWAYS inspect the brackets before
securing the wheelchair in a motor vehicle to ensure that they are properly secured, and, if
necessary, the bolts should be tightened.
1. Whenever feasible, wheelchair users should transfer to the Original Equipment Manufacturer vehicle
seat and use the vehicle-installed restraint system.
2. This wheelchair must be used ONLY with a WTORS comprised of a four-point, strap-type wheelchair
tie-down that has been installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and SAE J2249. It
is NOT compatible with other types of WTORS.
Note:
To obtain a copy of SAE J2249 Wheelchair Tie-Down and Occupant Restraint Systems
(WTORS) for use in Motor Vehicles, please contact SAE International, 400 Commonwealth Drive,
Warrendale, PA 15096-0001, USA. Telephone: 724-776-4970. Web: www.sae.org
3. This wheelchair MUST be positioned in a forward-facing position prior to engaging the WTORS.
4. The positions of the four wheelchair securement points (tie-down brackets) are shown in Figures 14-4
and 14-5.
5. Each of the four tie-down brackets (see Figures 14-4 and 14-5) is identified with the symbol shown in
Figure 14-6.
Figure 14-4
Tie-Down Brackets
ZRA and Aero Z (Titanium Frame)
Back View
Front View
Tie-Down
Brackets
Tie-Down
Brackets
