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SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS
SEATING ACCESSORIES & COMFORT ADJUSTMENTS
5.14.2 POSTURAL BELT INSTALLATION:
Square Nut
Access Slot
WITH STANDARD BELT
WITH BODYPOINT BELT
Ultra-R
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-Loosely Secure Belt End to Cap
Screw with Washers and Hex Nut
-Fasten Cap Screw to Square Nut
and Tighten
-Slight Deformation of Washer at
Rail Channel is Acceptable
Your postural belt or seat positioning belt may be factory installed to the wheelchair or may be retrofitted by
your specialist dealer. A retrofitted postural belt should only be installed by a Qualified Technician. Ensure
your Dealer has informed you about proper fitting and usage of your postural belt.
5.14.3 CHEST STRAP INSTALLATION & ADJUSTMENT:
The Chest Straps (left and right) are installed onto vertical glide rails located on the rear of the back shell.
The straps are secured and adjusted via an adjustment screw and t-nut assembly (
1
). To adjust the height of
the chest strap, loosen the adjustment screw and slide the t-nut (chest strap) up or down along the glide rail (
2
)
to the desired position . Re-tighten the adjustment knob to secure the chest strap into position.
NOTE:
the left and right chest straps should be adjusted to the same height/position
.
5.14.1 TYPES OF POSTURAL BELTS
Your wheelchair may be fitted with the following types of postural belts. Always ensure that you have received
the belt manufacturer's installation/user instructions (provided separately). Please be certain to read through
all documentation in regard to correct fitting and safe use of the postural belt.
2-Point Padded Lap Belt
• Center-pull push button, padded lap belt
• Two points of attachment to the wheelchair
• Suitable for supporting users with low tone or weakness
4-Point Padded Lap Belt
• Center-pull push button, padded lap belt
• Four points of attachment to the wheelchair
• Primary attachments position the belt; and Secondary
attachments anchor it in position.
• Holds pelvis in place more aggressively for active users,
or in situations where the user has a lot of movement.