Unwin EasiSit User Instructions
Read instructions carefully before use and follow them for correct use.
It is recommended that training be given on the proper use of this product.
Retain this manual for future reference.
Please include it with the product in the event of transfer to new users.
Additional copies are available upon request.
Unwin House • The Horseshoe • Coat Road • Martock •
Somerset • TA12 6EY • UK
Tel: +44 (0)1935 827740 • Fax: +44 (0)1935 827760
Email: sales@unwin-safety.co.uk
Website: www.unwin-safety.com
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USER OPERATING & INSTALLATION
USER OPERATING & INSTALLATION
USER OPERATING & INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS
EasiSit
EasiSit
EasiSit
BOOKLET CONTENTS
EASISIT
A. Limitations of use
B. General Guidance
C. Before Using and Installing EasiSit
D. Positioning Rail Mounted EasiSit
E. Positioning a Bolted EasiSit
F. Fitting the Armrest
G. Securing the wheelchair
H. Securing the passenger
I. Converting to a seat
J. Equipment, Storage and Maintenance
K. Warranty
L. Wearers belt instructions
M. Inspection Checklist
N. Check sheet
A. LIMITATIONS OF USE
B. GENERAL GUIDANCE
1. Wheelchair Accessories that have not been approved by the Wheelchair Manufacturer must
be removed from the wheelchair and secured in the vehicle during transport to reduce the
potential for injury. Refer to ‘Instructions For Use in Transport’ provided with the
wheelchair or contact wheelchair manufacturer for further guidance.
2. EasiSit complies with all applicable requirements of ISO 10542 including a 48-km/h, 20g
frontal impact test using a forward facing 85kg surrogate wheelchair and an ATD (test dummy) with a mass of 76.3kg. The test dummy was restrained by both the pelvic and
upper-torso restraint as described in latter detail, use of a pelvic only belt may compromise
the performance of the WTORS system and should avoided.
3. Regular inspection of all parts is recommended and the equipment should be used only if
all components are in good condition. Warning: protect webbing from contacting sharp
edges and corners. Replace equipment if the webbing does becomes cut, contaminated or
frayed.
4. Any restraints which have been subjected to a crash situation from which the vehicle must
be towed, should, in the interest of safety, be replaced.
5. Do not attempt to modify the equipment. For further advice on the installation and use of
this WTORS please contact Unwin Safety Systems. Please read this manual fully before
use.
6. Avoid contact with corrosive liquids. Care should be taken to prevent contamination of the
webbing with polishes, oils and chemicals.
7. EasiSit should be installed by an experienced technician/ vehicle converter. Anchorages
should not be installed into unsound materials such as corroded metal, wood, plastic and
bre glass panels without additional and suitable reinforcement.
8. The equipment has been tested in a conguration similar to that recommended by Unwin
Safety Systems, and any deviation from the recommendations here is the responsibility of
the installer.
1. Unwin EasiSit is designed to secure both manual and powered wheelchairs weighing up to
85 kg and incorporates a passenger restraint.
2. In addition to the details given in these Instructions, users of Unwin EasiSit must refer to
the wheelchair manufacturer’s ‘Instructions For Use in Transport’ for full details of
tie-down attachment points on the wheelchair, plus any other specic instructions relating
to use in transport.
3. Wheelchair users and their carers must make sure that their wheelchair is recommended
for use in transport, including any ‘add-on’ components such as power tilt or recline
options.
4. The development of Unwin wheelchair tie-downs and occupant restraints is a continuous
process. Applications are added on a regular basis. For more detail contact Unwin Safety
Systems or look on the Unwin website.
C. BEFORE USING AND INSTALLING EASISIT
1. Ensure that the wheelchair is correctly maintained and that the settings of any adjustable
parts are made according to ‘Instruction for Use in Transport’.
2. Whenever possible remove any items of luggage etc that may be attached to the
wheelchair and secure or store separately during transport in order to reduce the potential
for injury to other passengers travelling in the vehicle.
3. Extra care must be exercised when using vehicle boarding aids such as passenger lifts or
ramps during the loading process. Refer to ‘Instructions For Use’ for information on safe
slopes.
4. Position the wheelchair facing forward - centrally in
the designated region of the vehicle. Ensure the
wheelchair brakes are applied.
5. To minimise the potential for head injuries in an
impact, allow a clear space of at least 400 mm
behind and 650 mm, (FCZ, front clear zone), in front
of the head of the wheelchair user. (Fig 1.). The
shoulder belt anchorage must be roof or side-wall
anchored at a height level such that the belt
webbing passes over the midpoint of the occupant
shoulder and at a height that is at or just above the
level of the occupants shoulders so as not to impose
downward loads on the spine.
6. A height provision (HHT) ranging from 1000mm to
1550mm should be made, depending on the size of
the passenger. There should also be 200 mm of clear
space either side of the wheelchair centre line. If these clear space dimensions cannot be
provided then any structure protruding into this space should be adequately padded and
comply with impact performance requirements of ECE Regulation 21 ‘FMVSS 201’. All
vehicle padding should comply with the ammability requirements of ECE Regulation 118
‘FMVSS 302’.
7. Note: seated head height (HHT) ranges from as low as 1000mm for a 6-year old child to
1550mm for a tall adult.
8. Wheelchair users, their carers and family are advised to check vehicle specications to
ensure that sucient oor space is available to accommodate the wheelchair and
tie-down system. These distances are based upon the desire to maintain clear zones for
potential head excursions of occupants provided with both upper and lower torso
restraints.
9. Users of heavy powered wheelchairs are also advised to check vehicle carrying capacity.
If in doubt consult the vehicle supplier for further details.
10. Any airbag, as tted to the vehicle, shall only be used as a supplementary occupant
restraint if designed to be used in combination with the WTORS kit.
11. Installers of EasiSit should take note of any vehicle airbag position when planning the
installation. Airbags can cause serious injury if a wheelchair-seated occupant is seated too
close to an airbag position. If in doubt contact the vehicle manufacturer or your National
Automotive Regulatory Body for advice.
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