Columbia 2000 - Important Safety Information

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Once the Therapedic™ Positioning Restraint System has been properly
fitted and installed in the vehicle, follow these instructions to secure the
user in the restraint.
1. Open the harness and move the harness straps to the side of the
restraint.
2. Place the user in the restraint with his/her back positioned against
the back rest in as upright a position as possible.
3. Verify that the harness straps are located in the slots above, but
closest to the top of the user’s shoulders.
4. If the harness straps are not in the appropriate position, move them
according to the instructions provided in Adjusting the Harness
Height.
5. Place the harness shoulder straps over each of the user’s
shoulders making sure that the straps are not twisted or binding on
any object.
6. Fasten the metal latch on each shoulder strap securely into the
buckle.
7. Fasten the plastic chest clip and position it in the middle of the
users chest — aligned with the armpits of the user.
8. Check to ensure the harness fit is snug. If needed, adjust the
harness fit as noted in Adjusting the Harness Fit.
9. To remove the user from the restraint system, reverse steps
outlined above.
Securing the User in the Restraint
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 The harness assembly is for use only with the Therapedic
Positioning Restraint System. Do not use the harness
independently of the seat.
 If your Positioning Restraint System becomes badly worn or
damaged, or is involved in an accident, regardless of speed and
regardless how minor, your restraint system may no longer be
effective and should immediately be replaced.
 Secure this Positioning Restraint System even when it is not
occupied; in a crash, an unsecured restraint may injure vehicle
occupants.
 The metal parts on a restraint system can heat up if the vehicle is
parked in the sun. To avoid injury to the occupant, always check
that the metal parts are not too hot before putting the occupant in
the seat. We recommend if you park in the sun, covering your seat
with a blanket or towel to help keep the metal parts from heating up.
 Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, even if they are
secured in a restraint system. Children could be seriously or fatally
injured from excessive exposure to extreme heat or cold.
 Do not leave loose objects in the passenger compartment of your
vehicle. In the event of an accident, these objects can become
projectiles and cause serious injury or death.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION:
MODEL #2000: This restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal
motor vehicle safety standards. This restraint is certified for use in
motor vehicles and aircraft.
MODEL #2500: This restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal
motor vehicle safety standards. This restraint is certified for use in
motor vehicles. It is not certified for use in aircraft.