7 Transport in Vehicles
7.1
About Transport Ready Packages
WARNING!
Risk of Injury, Damage or Death
Failure to observe and follow transport warnings and
instructions may result in injury, damage or death.
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Wheelchair occupants should transfer into the
vehicle seat and use the OEM (Original Equipment
Manufacturer) vehicle-installed restraint system.
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Ensure wheelchair is secured using proper restraint
systems. Use ONLY Wheelchair Tie-down and
Occupant Restraint Systems (WTORS) which meet
the requirements of the SAE (Society of Automotive
Engineers) J2249 Recommended Practice during travel
in a motor vehicle.
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Wheelchair-mounted accessories, including but not
limited to IV poles, trays, respiratory equipment,
backpacks, and other personal items should be
removed and secured separately.
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Spill proof batteries, such as “gel cells”, should be
installed on wheelchair to be used during travel in a
motor vehicle.
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Contact Invacare Corporation with any questions
about using this wheelchair for seating in a motor
vehicle.
WARNING!
Risk of Injury, Damage or Death
Improper installation or service may result in injury,
damage or death.
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Transport ready packages are not retrofittable to
existing models an are not field serviceable.
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DO NOT overtighten hardware.
WARNING!
Risk of Injury, Damage or Death
Alteration or substitution may result in injury, damage
or death.
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DO NOT alter or substitute product parts,
components or systems.
WARNING!
Risk of Injury, Damage or Death
Damaged parts due to collision or impact may result
in injury, damage or death.
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Seek immediate attention and service if wheelchair is
involved in a collision or impact event. This includes,
but is not limited to, vehicle accidents, mishandling and
impact events where the wheelchair strikes something
or is struck by something that may cause damage.
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Ensure your wheelchair is working properly and is
inspected by a qualified Invacare technician if the
wheelchair is involved in a collision or impact event.
ANSI = American National Standards Institute, RESNA=
Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society
of North America.
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