12.6 Securing the wheelchair into the vehicle
(Fig. 12.11 - 12.14)
WARNING!
All SALSA wheelchairs (RWD/MWD) require a six-
point tie down system for transportation as shown in the
photographs.
On the left rear side:
• Use one of the rear tie down restraints, attach it as
close as possible on the left rear mounting bracket to
an angle of 45°, and tighten securely in accordance
with the restraint manufacturers’ instructions.
• The second rear tie down restraint should be mounted
behind the first restraint and away from the wheelchair.
On the right rear side:
Repeat with the remaining 2 rear straps and attach to the
right rear mounting bracket.
At the front:
Attach one front strap to each front tie down point obtaining
an angle as close to 45° as possible.
WARNINGS!
• All seating must be returned to its home position with
the seat lift fully down and the backrest fully upright.
• Always make sure that the wheelchair is not left in
freewheel.
Fig.12.11
Fig.12.12
Fig.12.13
Fig.12.14
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