Pride Mobility Quantum 6000Z, Q6 Edge manual Proper Pelvic Belt Placement

12 Informational Supplement

„Some power chair components, like armrests and wheels, can interfere with proper belt fit. It may be necessary to insert the belt between the armrest and the seatback or through openings between the backrest and seat in order to avoid placing the pelvic belt over the armrest. See figure 8.

Belt restraints must

not be held away from

the body by power chair

components

such as

armrests

or wheels.

Figure 8. Proper Pelvic Belt Placement

„ Place the upper-torso belt across the middle of the shoulder and the center of the chest, and connect to the pelvic belt near the hip of the power chair occupant. See figure 9.

WARNING! The

upper-torso belt webbing should not be worn twisted in a manner that reduces the area of contact of the belt with the occupant.

Figure 9. Upper-torso Belt

Placement

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