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USE OF EQUIPMENT (CONT'D)
SECURING THE WHEELCHAIR
• This wheelchair is to be used only with Wheelchair Tiedown and Occupant Restraint
Systems (WTORS) that have been installed in accordance with the restraint systems
manufacturer’s instructions and SAE J2249.
•
Assembly of the WTORS anchor points to the fl oor and wall of the vehicle should
only be done by a trained person and in accordance with the restraint systems
manufacturer’s instructions and SAE J2249.
CAUTION
• Before securing the occupied wheelchair, be sure that the WTORS anchor points
on the fl oor and wall of the motor vehicle are positioned properly according to the
WTORS manufacturer’s instructions.
A copy of SAE J2249 Wheelchair Tiedown and Occupant Restraint Systems (WTORS) for use in motor vehicles can
be obtained from: SAE International, 400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA 15096-0001, (877) 606-7232 or
(724) 776-4970.
INSTRUCTIONS
1.
Securement points are identifi ed
by the symbol
on the tiedown
brackets and are located on the
wheelchair as illustrated in Figure 2.
2. All four tiedown straps must be used
to secure the wheelchair in a motor
vehicle.
3. The wheelchair must be
positioned facing forward inside
the vehicle.
Figure 2
Upper shoulder belt anchorage on
vehicle wall
NOTE: Shoulder and pelvic belt
restraints must be in good contact
with the occupant.
Do not place belt over a structure
that would hold it away from
occupant.
Wheelchair anchored pelvic
belt restraint (see page 11 for
purchase information)
Front securement
bracket
Front securement bracket
WTORS
Rear securement bracket
(one on opposite side)
Motor vehicle
fl oor anchorages
for front tiedown
straps
Motor vehicle
fl oor anchorages
for rear tiedown
straps
Rear securement
bracket mounts
on the inside of
the frame
