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1. TRANSPORTATION
When ever possible the user should be removed from the seating system and secured
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in the vehicles fixed seats.
When
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not in use for transportation the seating system & wheelbase should be
disassembled and fixed in the luggage area of the vehicle.
1.1. TRANSPORTATION OF THE CLIENT SEATED IN THE MOJO CC
WHEELBASE SEATING UNIT.
Transportation
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of the user with the seating system can be done when used in
conjunction with a Wheelchair Tie down and Occupant Restraint System (W.T.O.R.S.).
The MOJO CC wheelbase has been tested using a 4-point tie down system.
Push
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the wheelchair into the vehicle via a ramp when ever possible.
Apply
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both brakes (refer to page 3 for brake type) (Fig.1.1a). Please Note: The
wheelbase & seating system can be safely transported at any angle of tilt as long as
the seat belt can be located correctly over the
shoulder.
Attach
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the W.T.O.R.S. to the front tie down points
(Fig.1b). For carabiners use the ring shown.
Attach
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the W.T.O.R.S. to the rear tie down points
(Fig.1c).
Attach
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a permanently fixed vehicle seat belt
around the client and wheelbase.
Please
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refer to the W.T.O.R.S. manufacturers
handbook for correct fitting and adjustment
for both the client and passengers safety.
Never
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move the vehicle without applying:
The
i)
wheelchair brakes.
Correctly fitted & adjusted W.T.O.R.S.
ii)
Vehicle seat belt around the client & wheelbase.
iii)
Fig.1.1b
Carabiner
Ring
Fig.1.1c
Fig.1.1a
