TiLite ZRA - Use Oem Seating and Restraint Systems; Use Appropriate Tie-Down Systems and Use Them Properly

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ZRA_Aero Z Owner’s Manual
OM_ZRA_Aero Z_0913RevA
CHAPTER 14: TRANSPoRTATioN oPTioNS
IWARNING
The Aero Z and ZRA wheelchairs equipped with TiLite’s Transit Tie-Down Option have been
dynamically tested in a forward-facing orientation for a 30 mph (48-km/h) frontal impact with
varying weights, as set forth in “Statement of Compliance/ Specications” on page 14-6. The
Aero Z and ZRA wheelchairs equipped with TiLite’s Transit Tie-Down Option have met the
performance requirements for traveling forward-facing in frontal impact conditions, and should
be used ONLY for forward-facing seating in motor vehicles. Their use in other orientations (e.g.,
rearward-facing or sideways-facing) have not been tested, and should NOT be used in such other
orientations.
IWARNING
Do not ride in an Aero Z (Aluminum Frame) in a motor vehicle if your weight, together with the
weight of all items attached to the wheelchair (such as backpacks, seat pouches, etc.) is more
than 265 lbs (120 kg). Do not ride in an Aero Z (Titanium Frame) or ZRA in a motor vehicle if your
weight, together with the weight of all items attached to the wheelchair (such as backpacks, seat
pouches, etc.) is more than 165 lbs (75 kg).
IWARNING
Alterations or substitutions should NOT be made to the wheelchair securement points or to
structural or frame parts or components. The TiLite wheelchairs were tested in the congurations
with the components specied in “Statement of Compliance/ Specications” on page 14-6.
Any signicant modication or substitution to the wheelchair’s components or seating could
signicantly alter the chair’s performance during an impact.
IWARNING
TiLite expressly disclaims that use of its Transit Tie-Down Option or Transport Bracket Option on
a TiLite wheelchair will prevent the wheelchair user from injury or death in the event of a motor
vehicle accident.
IWARNING
A sudden stop and/or collision may structurally damage your wheelchair. Such damage may
not be visible. IMMEDIATELY STOP using any wheelchair that is involved in any such incident.
Because the structural damage may not be visible, you MUST replace any wheelchair that is
involved in any such incident.
USE OEM SEATING AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
IWARNING
Whenever feasible, wheelchair users should transfer into the vehicle seat and use the Original
Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) vehicle-installed restraint system and the unoccupied wheelchair
should be stored in a cargo area or secured in the vehicle during travel.
USE APPROPRIATE TIE-DOWN SYSTEMS AND USE THEM PROPERLY
IWARNING
Your TiLite Aero Z or ZRA wheelchair MUST be used with Wheelchair Tie-Down and Occupant
Restraint Systems (WTORS) that meet the requirements of the SAE (Society of Automotive
Engineers) J2249 Recommended Practice – Wheelchair Tie-Down and Occupant Restraint
Systems for Use in Motor Vehicles (SAE J2249). Do NOT use WTORS that are designed to rely
on the wheelchair structure to transfer occupant restraint loads to the vehicle.