Unwin EasiSit User Instructions Download Page 1

Read instructions carefully before use and follow them for correct use

It is recommended that training be given on the proper use of this product. 

Retain this manual for future reference.  

Please include it with the product in the event of transfer to new users.  

Additional copies are available upon request. 

Unwin House • The Horseshoe • Coat Road • Martock •  

Somerset • TA12 6EY • UK 

Tel: +44 (0)1935 827740 • Fax: +44 (0)1935 827760 

Email: [email protected] 

Website:  www.unwin-safety.com

 

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USER OPERATING & INSTALLATION 

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Summary of Contents for EasiSit

Page 1: ... product in the event of transfer to new users Additional copies are available upon request Unwin House The Horseshoe Coat Road Martock Somerset TA12 6EY UK Tel 44 0 1935 827740 Fax 44 0 1935 827760 Email sales unwin safety co uk Website www unwin safety com UI1913C USER OPERATING INSTALLATION USER OPERATING INSTALLATION USER OPERATING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS EasiSit Ea...

Page 2: ...talling EasiSit D Positioning Rail Mounted EasiSit E Positioning a Bolted EasiSit F Fitting theArmrest G Securing the wheelchair H Securing the passenger I Converting to a seat J Equipment Storage and Maintenance K Warranty L Wearers belt instructions M Inspection Checklist N Check sheet ...

Page 3: ... of thisWTORS please contact Unwin Safety Systems Please read this manual fully before use 6 Avoid contact with corrosive liquids Care should be taken to prevent contamination of the webbing with polishes oils and chemicals 7 EasiSit should be installed by an experienced technician vehicle converter Anchorages should not be installed into unsound materials such as corroded metal wood plastic and f...

Page 4: ...n the size of the passenger There should also be 200 mm of clear space either side of the wheelchair centre line If these clear space dimensions cannot be provided then any structure protruding into this space should be adequately padded and comply with impact performance requirements of ECE Regulation 21 FMVSS 201 All vehicle padding should comply with the flammability requirements of ECE Regulat...

Page 5: ...be bolted directly into a vehicle or into Unwin rail 1 Carefully choose a suitable wheelchair space within the vehicle for EasiSit Note the six fixing positions through the leg feet Ensure that there are no obstructions directly beneath the fixing positions such as petrol tanks brake lines or anything that may be damaged when drilling and bolting through the floor If necessary relocate the EasiSit...

Page 6: ...dicated by yellow arrows The standard position will generally be found to be the most suitable for the majority of wheelchairs 4 Once the wheelchair is hard up against the stand off bar depress the foot pedal C fully until you hear a loud click as it locks in Apply the wheelchair brakes 5 Test that the wheelchair is secure by leaning on and then lifting its handles Neither the front castors nor th...

Page 7: ...ght hand seat belt with height adjuster Both left right hand seat belts with height adjusters forming a Cross Strap The seatbelts and stalks are colour coded to ensure that they are correctly fitted Tip The occupant restraint may be split to allow the lap belt element to pass through the arms of fixed arm wheelchairs allowing for a more comfortable and better fitting belt Fitting the seatbelt 1 Pu...

Page 8: ... MAINTENANCE 1 Regularly inspect EasiSit for damage wear or malfunction If any problems are identified replace them immediately 2 All webbing and components can be cleaned as necessary but care should be taken to prevent contamination of the webbing with polish oils and chemicals particularly acid alkalis and fuels 3 To clean the straps use warm soapy water and a clean soft cloth Rinse with clear ...

Page 9: ...ock the webbing by both a sudden withdrawal of the webbing and deceleration or cornering of the vehicle To test the former mode of locking rapidly pull the webbing from the reel The reel should lock within a few inches To test the second mode of locking the vehicle may be parked on a sharp incline approximately 30 the reel should lock and hold the webbing in place The lock will disengage itself au...

Page 10: ...itment taken up by the reel Does retractor lock when EasiSit is inclined at an angle Does retractor lock instantly when the webbing is snatch pulled Does retractor take in when snatch pull is released Does the webbing show any signs of wear abrasion damage Do all webbing stitched areas look to be in good condition WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINT Does foot pedal raise and lower smoothly Does release lever lif...

Page 11: ...N CHECK LIST ...

Page 12: ...Unwin House The Horseshoe Coat Road Martock Somerset TA12 6EY UK Tel 44 0 1935 827740 Fax 44 0 1935 827760 Email sales unwin safety co uk Website www unwinsafety com ...

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