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in addition to the vehicle-anchored occupant restraints as long as it does not interfere
with the proper positioning of the WTORS.
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Both pelvic and shoulder belt restraints that comply with RESNA WC-4 Section 18,
Wheelchair Tie-down and Occupant Restraint Systems For Use in Motor Vehicles
should be used to limit occupant movement in a crash and reduce the likelihood of
injury
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The WTORS that are used to secure the wheelchair to the vehicle and you to the
vehicle (the occupant restraints) must be installed and attached in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions and RESNA WC-4 Section 18, Wheelchair Tie-down and
Occupant Restraint Systems For Use in Motor Vehicles.
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Attach the WTORS only to the designated securement points on the wheelchair. Do not
connect the WTORS to any other part of the wheelchair. Doing so may result in
structural damage to the wheelchair.
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Any wheelchair-mounted accessories should be removed during transport and secured
separately in order to reduce the chance they will break loose and injure vehicle
occupants
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Sudden stops or motor vehicle accidents may damage your wheelchair. Do not used
the wheelchair until inspected and tested by WHILL authorized service personnel. The
structure or the wheelchair could be compromised or components broken that could
make the wheelchair unsafe to operate or could otherwise injure you.
Whenever feasible, people who use wheelchairs should transfer to the vehicle seat and use
the vehicle-installed, occupant restraint system.
The wheelchair must be secured into position by attaching the straps to the four tie down
bars
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There are two securement points at the back of the chair (Figure 28) and one on each
side of the seat near the pressure relief handle (Figure 29).
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