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The 4 tie-down securement points are indicated with the following symbol:
Preparing the Swifty for transport:
1. Remove the following (if fitted); pommel, play tray, rain hood, sun canopy, grip rail, accessory bag and shopping
basket contents.
2. Position the pushchair correctly in the vehicle over the floor track with the front of the pushchair facing towards the
front of the vehicle (in the direction of travel). Put the brakes on.
3. Make sure the hip angle adjustment is locked.
Securing the Swifty in a Vehicle:
1. The pushchair
must
be secured in a vehicle using a 4-point tie down system that complies with either ISO 10542 Part 2, SAE 2249
or DIN 75078/2. (Such restraints are manufactured by Unwin Safety Systems and Q’Straint)
2. Vehicle operators and/or assistants should be fully trained in the use of wheelchair tiedown and occupant restraint systems.
3. The two front tie-downs must be attached left and right side to the steel ring located on each front castor mounting boss as shown
in fig. 13.
4. The two rear tie-downs must be attached to the two securement points located on each side of the pushchair frame as shown in
fig. 14.
Fitting the occupant restraint system:
1. The pushchair passenger
must
be restrained using an approved vehicle safety belt. Thomashilfen recommends the use of either a
split reel double inertia seat belt or a 3-point occupant restraint system. (Such restraints are manufactured by Unwin Safety Systems
and Q’Straint)
2. Vehicle operators and/or assistants should be fully trained in the use of wheelchair tie-downs and occupant restraint systems.
3. The occupant lap belt must be routed low over the pelvis, avoiding contact with the abdomen of the passenger. Lap belt routing
should be inside of the occupant side pad on both left and right sides of the pushchair, as shown in fig. 15.
4. The lap belt should not be held away from body by rehabilitation buggy components or parts, such as side pads or wheels (fig. 16).
NOTE:
The belt webbing should not be twisted when in use.
5. The angle of the pelvic belt should be within the optimal zone of 30° to 75° to the horizontal, as shown in fig. 17.
6. The occupant lap belt should be tightened to make a snug fit without causing discomfort to the passenger.
7. If the pushchair is fitted with a harness, this should only be fastened after the occupant restraint system.
8. The shoulder belt of the occupant restraint system must be fitted to the side wall of the vehicle at a height that ensures the seat belt
webbing lays in the middle of the occupants shoulder.
NOTE:
To meet current regulations only a shoulder belt fitted to the side wall of the vehicle should be used to correctly
restrain the occupant.
Cleaning and care instructions
Upholstery
The upholstery can be quickly and easily removed. The material and the spacer fabric are high quality materials that are washable
up to 40°C. The upholstery is fire-retardant (BS 5852 part 1).
Please remember that even high-quality materials are subject to fading through longterm exposure to intense sunlight or repeated
washing. (fig. 12)
Hook and loop fasteners
To ensure that the hook and loop fasteners continue to function efficiently, clean them occasionally using a brush. Always try to keep
the fasteners closed during washing.
Chassis
The chassis is manufactured from high-quality steel and aluminium tubing which is coated with a robust heat-enamel finish; and can
be cleaned using commercially available no-toxic soap (neutral soap).
Guarantee conditions / CE mark
Thomashilfen offers you a guarantee of 3 years for all frame parts, commencing on the date of purchase. This guarantee incorporates
all claims which influence functionality. Damages due to improper use (e.g. overloading), and natural wear and tear are excluded.
Swifty meets the requirements of the European standards EN 12182 and 12183 and is provided with a CE marking.
Enjoy using your Swifty rehabilitation buggy!
