Karma Morgan Series, Руководство пользователя

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17. Transportation.
17.1 transportation using a 4-point tie down webbing restraints.
The Morgan wheelchair is has been crash tested acording to the ISO7176-19-2008 crash test and suitable to
use as a seat in vehicles. KARMA however, would recommend that the user transfers to the vehicle seating
if possible.
The wheelchair must only be transported in a vehicle that is approved or adapted for such purposes. It is
safest if the wheelchair is separated from the driver’s compartment. Transporta tion in a trailer is also an
optional recommendation. Should the wheelchair be transported in an MPV/estate car or other vehicle, it
is vital that the wheelchair is properly fixed and that the fixing points of the car are well anchored. In all
situations of transportation, the wheelchair needs to be properly fixed using an ISO 10542-1 approved 4-
point heavy duty restraint, being able to withstand the mass of the wheelchair, in case of an accident or to
prevent the wheelchair from sliding or tilting while driving. Check that the wheelchair is properly fastened
and that the parking brakes are engaged. The wheelchair can be locked into position by using fastening
straps through the brackets in the front and the back, each marked with an indication sticker.
rear transportation loops front transportation loops
NOTE
The specifications of the wheelchair are in accordance with the requirements specified in ISO
7176-19-2008.
Secure the wheelchair according to the manufacturer of the vehicle restraint systems instructions. Always
make sure that the anchoring points on the transport vehicle, which are capable being able to withstand
the loads of the wheelchair, in case of an accident. Use of this is strongly advised since the heavy
wheelchair can cause serious problems in case of a car accident. The wheelchair fulfils al requirements
according to the ISO 7176- 19:2008 standard (“Wheeled mobility devices for use in motor vehicles” ).