ATTACHING/USING the LAP Belt Figures 9

ATTACHING/USING THE LAP BELT (FIGURES 9 AND 10)

Attaching the Lap Belt

WARNING

It is strongly recommended that the lap belt be strapped across the hip area with an angle of 45o to the seating surface. Angles less than 45o make it easier for the user to slip under the belt if it is improperly tightened.

1.The lap belt can be anchored in one (1) of the two (2) possible locations:

a.In one (1) of the T-nutted holes located on the underside of the seat.

b.In one (1) of the holes in the side frame of the wheelchair.

NOTE: DO NOT reposition the lap belt mounting location from the factory installation on the TRANS-

PORT READY OPTION (TRRO).

NOTE: The most desirable location for the mount- ing screws will be determined by the size of the client involved and the angle achieved by trying the various attachment points with the client seated comfortably in the wheelchair.

FRAME ATTACHMENT SEATATTACHMENT

Mounting

Screws

Lap Belt

Wheelchair

Frame

Mounting Screws

Lap Belt (Acceptable lap belt angle is 45o)

2.Determine the most suitable attachment point. Put the padded side of the belt toward the seating surface.

3.Align the hole located at the anchor end of the belt with the chosen attachment point and insert one (1) of the mounting screws provided. HAND TIGHTEN ONLY. Repeat for opposite side.

Using the Lap Belt

WARNING

Ensure that the seat is fixed to the wheelchair. A loose seat may lead to potentially dan- gerous situations with positioning devices.

NOTE: Stabilize from the ground up. A stable base (seat) and footrest are the first steps to a stable pelvis. Also, the user should be lightly clothed for the initial adjustment.

NOTE: A belt angle of 45o will usually provide the best stability and positioning. The belt will apply its pressure directly to the hips, usually allowing more force to be applied without discomfort.

1.Adjust the slide, located at each end of the belt, to fit the client with proper tension.

2.The plastic D-rings, located at the front of the belt, can be pulled or released to conveniently tighten the belt to provide extra tension if needed or loosen the belt to allow for bulky clothing, etc.

NOTE: When all final adjustments have been made and the client is comfortable with the fit of the lap belt, any excess lengths of material can be cut off, keeping in mind the potential future growth of the client. The cut end can be melted slightly to pre- vent fraying.

NOTE: Only the Child/Junior lap belt is shown for clarity.

B
a
c
k	45o
	Seat

B a c k

Seat

B	Lap
a	Belt		Padded	D-Rings	Buckle	Slider
c		Anchor	Padded	D-Rings	Buckle	Slider
c		Anchor	Portion
k		End	Portion
k		End