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FITTING SEAT BELTS
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GENERAL
Seat
belts are designed to be fitted to (Pre-designated) Anchorage Points,
fabricated by the vehicle manufacturer, to help position the webbing
correctly and absorb loads in an accident. They are generally fitted
using 7/16" UNF Set screws.
Most
cars have anchorage points although they may be hidden behind trim.
Where Anchorage Points are not available a level or restraint may be
provided by fabricating suitable points. To assist the fabrication we
can supply 50 x 42mm plates with 7/16" UNF nuts attached (Part
Number 681/4), but we cannot advise to their location or strength.
Securon
do not provide or recommend a Fitting Service.
Refer to the vehicle owner's manual/dealer or an automotive engineer/mechanic
when fitting or replacing Seat belts.
Most garages offer a Fitting Service or can refer you to someone who
does. Further information can also be obtained
from outlets that specialise in a particular make of vehicle.
For
U.K. fitting
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NOTES
REGARDING WEARING AND SEAT BELT LEGISLATION
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Webbing should pass across bone structure i.e. the lap or centre of
the shoulder.
- The
Buckle should lie just on or below the hip (except for Harnesses).
- There
should be no slack in the webbing when the Seat Belt is worn.
- The
buckle release should be obvious and within defined loads.
We
do not recommend or manufacture a product that interferes with these
requirements (i.e. to help prevent children releasing buckles)
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INSTRUCTIONS
Use
the links to view instructions included with each Seat belt:.
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HELPFUL
DIAGRAMS and HINTS
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LOCKED RETRACTORS
As
well as Locking in an accident the Retractor can be locked during installation.
Use this link to see how to release the Retractor.
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GENERAL
LAYOUT & USE OF ANCHORAGE FITTINGS
Includes
points that may be useful on some installations i.e.
- How
to 'turn' the Retractor, Pillar Loop and Tongue.
- How
to attach the Seat Belt to a Slider Bar.
- Use
brackets to secure Retractor and Buckle to Anchorage Points.
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Bend stalk/cable to position Buckle just on or below hip
For
additional fittings (i.e. set screws, brackets & nuts) contact Securon. |
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LONGER
SEAT BELTS
Securon
manufacture Seat belt extenders for people who otherwise would be unable
to wear the Seat belt.
Where
the existing Belt is bolted to the vehicle use Part
No 227
Where the existing
Belt slides along a bar use Part
No 228
Extenders
are not recommended for general use or use with Child Seats and should
be removed before the vehicle is sold.
Seat Belts are designed to restrain people and we cannot confirm baby
seat compatibility.
To see the length of Securon's Seat Belts go to Layouts
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TORQUE
Bolts/Set
screws should be pinched up tight (25 - 35Nm is ideal). |
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PRETENSIONERS
Guidance
on deactivation
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ANSWER FOR CENTRE REAR PASSENGERS |
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