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7. Mount the front securement straps according to the instructions of the strap-system
manufacturer at the indicated place. (figure 3)
This place is marked on the wheelchair with a symbol. (figure 4)
8. Roll back the wheelchair until the front straps are tight.
9. Apply the wheelchair brake (loosen the joystick and shut down the operator control).
10. Mount the back securement straps according to the instructions of the strap-system
manufacturer at the indicated place. (figure 3)
11. This place is marked on the wheelchair with a symbol. (figure 4)
Steps to secure the wheelchair user:
1. Remove both armrests.
2. If present, attach the wheelchair's pelvic belt.
3. Attach the occupant restraint belts according to the instructions of the strap-system
manufacturer.
4. Wear the pelvic belt low across the front of the pelvis, so that the angle of the pelvic
belt is within the preferred zone of 30° to 75° to the horizontal, similar to that shown
below.
Figure 3
