5900A Powerchair Owner’s Manual DCR1236
magicmobility.com.au
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Positioning belts, tie downs and transportation
5.1 Powerchair transportation in vehicles
(as cargo)
Always be sure your powerchair and its components are
properly secured during transportation. In particular,
the joystick controller should be well protected. Please
contact your Magic Mobility agent for advice regarding
transporting your powerchair.
The powerchair must only be transported in a
vehicle that is approved for such purpose. Check
that the powerchair is secured, the motor brakes engaged
and power is turned off. The powerchair must be secured
by fastening straps through the front and rear brackets.
Secure the powerchair according to the vehicle restraint
manufacturer’s instructions. Ensure any detachable
parts are secured or packed and labelled so they do
not get lost.
5.2 Powerchair transportation in aeroplanes
(as cargo)
Gel cell batteries are Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) approved, allowing safe transportation on aircraft,
buses and trains. However, Magic Mobility recommends
that you always check in advance with the carrier as
there may be additional requirements. When flying
with your powerchair, always contact the airline to
understand the specific information that they need.
Refer to our website to read Magic Mobility’s Flying
with your Powerchair fact sheet.
5.3 Using your powerchair in trains
Train operators will be able to supply details of any
special requirements/instructions. We advise you to
check the following:
•
Are there suitable and intended areas in the train
for powerchair users?
•
Are there suitable or designated areas on the platform
for powerchair users to easily board the train?
•
Will the combined mass of the powerchair and its
occupant be able to board the train?
•
Make sure the boarding access slope is not greater
than the dynamic safe slope (see Section 3.13)
•
Any obstacles or thresholds should not exceed the
maximum kerb climbing capability of your powerchair
(see Section 3.20).
5.4 Powerchair lifts and hoists
Turn off your chair’s power when you are on
a lift. If you fail to do so, you may touch the joystick
by accident and cause your chair to drive off the platform.
Be aware that a “roll-stop” at the end of the platform may
not prevent this.
Make sure there is not a lip or drop-off at the top or
bottom of the platform. These may cause a fall or tip-over
if a castor gets “hung up”. In these circumstances you
need to backup, reposition the castor for a more direct
approach and slowly try again. When in doubt always ask
for help.
If it’s necessary to use a transportation product such as a
vehicle hoist or lift, Magic Mobility recommends that the
manufacturer’s instructions and specifications are closely
reviewed before using the product.
5.5 Lifting your powerchair
Magic 360, Frontier V6 and V4
: The tie down rings can
be used to lift your powerchair without the occupant.
Tie down rings are highlighted in red in Figures 5.2. It’s
critical to ensure the lifting straps are run inboard of
the armrests and clear of any other parts that may be
excessively loaded when the powerchair is lifted. The
ideal strap location is shown in Figure 5.1.
Extreme X8
: The tie down rings CAN’T be used to lift
the powerchair as damage may occur to your powered
seating. A lifting ring kit is available separately as show
in Figure 5.2d.
Use caution when lifting your powerchair.
Always proceed slowly and ensure the chair is
balanced. Do not route the lifting straps over sharp edges
or accessory brackets.
Figure 5.1 Routing the lifting straps
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