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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND WARNINGS
• All equipment and components
MUST
be installed and serviced by an
experienced and trained technician.
• Wheelchairs are not intended to be used as seats in motor vehicles
unless compliant with ANSI/RESNA WC-4, Section 19.
• The QLK-150 Wheelchair Docking System complies with all applicable
requirements of ADA, FMVSS, CMVSS, SAE J2249, CSA Z604, AS2942,
ISO 10542-1 and ANSI/RESNA WC-4 SECTION 18.
• This System is a complete integrated system, do not alter or modify
it in any way and do not interchange or substitute any components.
Any deviation from these recommendations is the responsibility of the
installer.
• The QLK-150 Wheelchair Docking System and components have been
tested in a configuration similar to the recommendations in this manual.
• This Docking System and its components
MUST
be regularly
inspected, cleaned and maintained—reference the section Preventative
Maintenance Checklist in this manual.
• Before installation, inspect the underside of vehicle floor, note utilities,
frames, cross-members, fuel tanks and other possible obstructions—any
questions contact the vehicle OEM or Van Conversion Company.
• Regulations and standards in some countries require the installation
of a shoulder and lap belt to be considered a compliant wheelchair
securement system.
The QLK-150 Wheelchair Docking System
plus the shoulder and lap belt (occupant restraint) make a complete
wheelchair securement system.
• When routing wires underneath the vehicle, make sure wires are free of
moving components and utilize proper grommets and sealing materials.
• If no lights illuminate on the Dash Control when the ignition is turned
on, DO NOT use the QLK-150 Wheelchair Docking System.
• A Stabilizer MUST be installed with the QLK-150 Wheelchair Docking
System if this System is being used for a driver application and
recommended for all other applications.
• Using a Q’Straint® bracket with this Docking System is recommended.
• Do not operate the vehicle if the warning buzzer is beeping, or the red
light is lit up on the Dash Control.
• The QLK-150 Wheelchair Docking System should not be operated by
anyone who does not have full comprehension of how the System works
or if the System is not working properly.
• Do NOT pulldown or pushdown the Optional Manual Release Handle
while vehicle is in motion, for it will release the wheelchair.
• The QLK-150 Wheelchair Docking System and all system components
including floor and wall anchorages MUST be replaced after a vehicle
collision.
• Broken and worn components
MUST
be replaced.
• All damages and defects
MUST
be reported to both your supervisor and
Q’Straint®.
• Only use Q’Straint® components
with this system, unless otherwise
stated.
• Only use Hardware with a minimum Grade 8, which meets ASTM F835,
SAE J429 or ASTM 574 specifications (depending on head style and
drive), and coated for adequate protection against corrosion per ISO
7253 or ASTM B117 or per customer requirements.
• Do
NOT
install anchorages or any system components into faulty
materials such as corroded metal, wood, plastic or fiberglass panels.
• Vehicle anchor points may require reinforcement.
The installer or
manufacturer is responsible for ensuring anchorages are installed into
suitable floor structures. Floor strength
MUST
meet specific regulations,
standards and applicable performance requirements from local
transportation authorities.
• The QLK-150 Wheelchair Docking System
MUST
be installed onto a flat
and durable surface.
• Installer is responsible for making sure the installed QLK-150 Wheelchair
Docking System meets all applicable regulations and standards—and
that the System works according to the instructions in the section of this
manual called Testing the Docking System.
• The QLK-150 Wheelchair Docking System MUST be installed with a
compliant occupant restraint system (shoulder and lap belt).
• Occupant restraint system (shoulder and lap belt)
MUST
meet applicable
regulations of FMVSS/CMVSS, SAE J2249, ISO 10542-1 and CSA Z605.
• Airbags should be used only as an added safety device in conjunction
with a wheelchair securement system, a shoulder and lap belt restraint
system that are compliant with the requirements of SAE J2249 / ISO
10542-1.
• The airbag
MUST
be disconnected if the wheelchair occupant is
positioned less than 7” (177.8mm) from the airbag unit, or if an
aftermarket device is installed to block the deployment of the airbag.
• Never put the vehicle in motion unless the Docking Bolt is secured
inside the Docking System, the Green Light on the Dash Control is
illuminated and wheelchair occupant is properly secured by a Shoulder
and Lap belt (Occupant Restraint).
• The Buzzer’s noise level does not exceed 70 db(A).
• Make sure Docking Bolt is secured inside Docking System—the Green
Light on Dash Control will be illuminated if the Locking Pawl is closed
without the Docking Bolt secured inside Docking System.
• When vehicle is turned off, make sure the Locking Pawl REMAINS
open on the Docking System so that all lights on the Dash Control
are off. If the Locking Pawl is left closed the Green Light on the Dash
Control will remain on and it will continue to use vehicle’s battery
power.
• DO NOT accidentally push the Manual Release Lever on the
Wheelchair Docking Station while the vehicle is on or in motion
because it will open the Locking Pawl and release the wheelchair.
• If the wheelchair does not disengage the Docking System immediately
after Locking Pawl opens, the Locking Pawl will lock up again after 10
seconds.
• The QLK-150 has been tested for (ISO10542-1:2012) with a surrogate
wheelchair weighing 200kg (440 lbs.).
• The QLK-150 Wheelchair Docking System
MUST
be secured with all 6
bolts for WC-19 wheelchair, Bariatric Chair and any wheelchair weighing
200kg (440 lbs.) and above; for all others weighing less than 200kg (440
lbs.) it can be secured with the 4 corner bolts.
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