Preferred zone
Optional zone
STEP 5
LAP-SHOULDER BELTS
Refer to Figures 6, 7 and 8.
1.
AMF-Bruns’ restraints are designed to bear upon the bony structure of the body and shall be worn
low and snug across the front of the pelvis, with the junction between the lap and shoulder belts
located near the passenger’s hip. The lap belt shall not be worn across the abdominal area. Adjust
occupant restraints as fi rmly as possible consistent with user comfort.
2.
Seat belts must be snug and fl at against the body and should never be twisted. They should never be
held away from the body by wheelchair components such as arm rests or wheels.
3.
Make sure the seat belt strap does not get twisted inside the retractors.
4.
Never rely on the wheelchair’s lap belt or other occupant belts that are not tested and approved for
use as an automotive restraint.
5. This product is not designed for use with only a pelvic restraint. Always use only a lap/shoulder belt
combination.
6.
Protect seat belt webbing from sharp edges and corners.
7. Use this system only with forward-facing wheelchairs.
8.
Whenever possible, any non-essential items attached to the wheelchair in front of the occupant
should be detached and secured separately during transportation.
9. Shoulder belt upper anchorage or guide support should always be positioned so that:
a. Belt webbing always lies across the center of wheelchair passenger’s chest and shoulder
(Figures 6,7 and 8)
b. It extends upward and rearward of the wheelchair occupant’s shoulder level to avoid any
downward force on the spine. (See Figures 6, 7 and 8)
10. Never extend the shoulder belt across the face or neck of the occupant.
11. Do not use postural support belts (belts that simply go around the occupant and mobility aid) in lieu
of an approved, FMVSS certifi ed lap belt, designed and tested to be used in conjunction with the
securement system.
12. Ensure there is a clean, dry container in the vehicle for proper storage of belts when not in use.
13. Every vehicle should be equipped with a web cutter for use in an emergency evacuation.
Occupant Pelvic Belt:
When looking at the back of the wheelchair (Figure 6a), the pelvic belt should never be closer than 12”
(305 mm) away from each other. Preferably, the pelvic belt should extend away from the wheelchair
frame at an angle of 15 degrees with the vertical. When looking at the side of the wheelchair (Figure 6b),
the pelvic-belt should achieve an angle of 30º or greater to the horizontal, and preferably 45º - 75º to the
horizontal.
A
B
C
A
BELT SPECIFICATIONS
Figure A pelvis belt (red)
Figure B shoulder belt
Figure C retractor belt
A
B
Figure 7
AMF-BRUNS
USER MANUAL
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Preferred zone
(305 mm)
(305 mm)
Optional zone
Figure 6a
Figure 6b
