THE Q’STRAINT & M- SERIES COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS OF ADA, FMVSS, CMVSS, SAE J2249, CSA

Z604,
AS 2942 AND FORTHCOMING ISO 10542. THE Q’STRAINT & M-SERIES SYSTEM ARE FRONTAL IMPACT TESTED AT 48-KPH (30 MPH),
20-G USING A SURROGATE WHEELCHAIR WITH A MASS OF 85 KG (187 LBS) AND AN ATD WITH A MASS OF 76.4 KG (168 LBS). (EXCEPT
WHEN MOUNTED ON “A” TRACK, WHICH MEETS ADA ONLY)

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Each “Q’Straint & M- Series” system are serialized
and includes a warranty card to be filled-in with all
customer information and returned to QSTRAINT.

The “Q’Straint & M-Series” system are engineered as a complete

securement system … every component is designed, engineered
and tested to work together to provide safe transportation.

PRIOR TO INSTALLATION, READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY!

PARTS CHECKLIST
This list shows all the components of the
common “Q’Straint & M-Series” system. Use Index
the parts list as a checklist to ensure that all
parts are included and will be installed. If any • General Requirements page 3
components are missing, please contact your • Anchorage Layout page 4
nearest Q’Straint office or distributor. • Slide N Click page 5
• Retro Fit Slide N Click page 5
• Oval “L” Pocket page 5
• Covered Floor Pocket page 6
The Standard “ RESTRAINT ” Kit Contains: • L-Track page 6
• A-Plate page 7

Rear Wheelchair Tiedown (2) • Floor Pocket page 7

Front wheelchair Tiedown (2) • Upper Torso Belt Installation page 7-8

Occupant Pelvic Belt (1) • Tri Wheeler Securement page 9

Occupant Upper Torso Belt (1) • WARNINGS (MUST READ) page 10

Upper Torso Belt Mounting Hardware (1) • Q’Straint Contact Information page 11

Warranty Card (1)

Installation Instructions (1)

Driver / Operator Instruction Guide (1)

Instruction Label (1)
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 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Clear Space Recommendation

Restraint assemblies should be installed so that fixed structures within
the vehicle are not within the frontal clear space, except for structures
that are effectively padded. Clear space requirements for the
securement system as indicated in Figure 1 are based on the potential
movements of the occupant during a crash. To reduce the possibility of
head injury to wheelchair-seated passengers, vehicle components that
are inside the clear zones indicated in Figure 1 should comply with the
impact performance requirements of FMVSS 201, and FMVSS 302 or
equivalent.
Recommended clear zones for wheelchair-seated occupants.
Seated Head Height (HHT) ranges from as low as 40” (1016 mm)
for a six-year old child, to 61” (1550 mm) for a tall adult. NOTE: It
is strongly recommended that both pelvic and upper torso restraints
are used to reduce the possibility of head and chest impacts with
vehicle components. The Frontal Clear Zone (FCZ) may not be
achievable with wheelchair seated drivers

Location of “Q’Straint & M- Series” System Figure 1

on the Vehicle Floor

Decide where the chairs will be located in the vehicle. Chairs must be
placed with occupant and chair facing the front of the vehicle. Check
for wall clearance, allowing room to properly mount the upper torso
restraint.

WARNING – Check underneath the vehicle for obstructions

such as gas tanks, brake lines or other parts before installation
of any “Q’Straint or M-series” system component.

Typical Adjacent Wheelchair Installation

Allow as much space as possible for the driver or attendant to move
around the “Q’Straint or M- Series” system to facilitate securing the
occupant and the wheelchair correctly.

IMPORTANT:
Check with
regulatory
authorities to
determine clear
space or
emergency
outlet
requirement.

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 ANCHORAGE LAYOUT

Location of Tiedown Anchorage Points

IMPORTANT: Before installation, please check with local transportation authority for minimum and/or maximum clear space
requirements.

To begin installation, place tiedown anchorage on

the floor in desired locations. Tiedown
anchorage should be installed with center-to-
center distances according to Figure 2.
Note: Our recommended center-to-center
distances are based on common wheelchair
sizes. Exceptionally large or exceptionally
small wheelchairs may require anchorage
spacing that differs from our recommendation.
Use the belt angles from figure 3 to determine
exact placement.

Rear 13” - 15” (330 - 381mm)

Front 28” - 30” (711 - 762mm)
Front to Rear 44” - 54” (1118 - 1372mm)

IMPORTANT: The recommended distance

between the wall and the nearest rear
tiedown should not exceed 20” (508 mm).
Greater distance from the wall may create a
problem for proper upper torso belt use.
Figure 2

Items to consider when determining

anchorage placement.

a) Tiedowns should not pass through the wheels

of the chair.

b) There should be a clear path from tiedown to

chair without infringing on parts such as footrests.

c) Optimal angle of tiedowns for crash protection

as illustrated in Figure 3.

d) Optimal stability of chair

Preferred angles and locations of

tiedown straps from wheelchair
securement points to vehicle anchor
points. Front tiedowns should be
angled out for lateral stability when
possible. D=12” (305 mm)
Figure 3

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 MOUNTING TIEDOWN ANCHORAGES
The following are diagrams of our most common tiedown anchorages. If you have received any other type of tiedown
anchorages and would like a diagram similar to the ones shown below please call our customer service. Please note
that floor images are for illustrative purposes only. Floor thickness may vary.

IMPORTANT: For all anchorages, when using substitute hardware, use a minimum Grade 8 bolt and nut with suitable
corrosion protection. (Please check with your local authorities regarding corrosion requirements). If you have to modify the
backing plate to clear an obstruction, modify the plate only where necessary, since decreased plate size decreases the floor
load distribution. Always leave at least 0.6” (15mm) around the bolt hole in the backing plate.

Mounting Slide N click

Place the floor pocket in the routed hole (1.34” [34mm]
dia. x 0 .44” [11mm] depth), mark and drill a hole for
3/8” bolt. Place the floor pockets in position and pass
the bolt through the pocket and the floor hole. From
underneath the vehicle, place the backing plate and
washer over the bolt and securely torque the lock nut
as shown in Figure 4 (recommended torque = 35 FT/LB
[47 N.m.]). Be sure all lock nut threads are engaged.

Note: Because of its unique design, this floor

pocket does not require any special orientation
in relationship to the wheelchair. Sealer can be
used between backing plate and vehicle floor if
desired. Figure 4

Replacing Regular Floor Pocket with Retrofit Slide N Click

After removing the regular floor pocket from the floor, place
the retrofit pocket in the 3” routed hole, mark and drill a new
hole for a 3/8” bolt. Place the floor pockets in position and
pass the bolt through the pocket and the floor hole. From
underneath the vehicle, place the backing plate and washer
over the bolt and securely torque the lock nut as shown in
Figure 5 (recommended torque = 35 FT/LB [47 N.m.]). Be
sure all lock nut threads are engaged. We suggest
discarding the old securement hardware during the
installation.

Note: Because of its unique design, this floor

pocket does not require any special orientation
in relationship to the wheelchair. Sealer can be
used between backing plate and vehicle floor if Figure 5
desired.

Mounting Oval “L” Pocket

Place the floor pockets in position, mark and drill a hole
for a 3/8” bolt, then pass the bolt through the pocket
and the floor hole. From underneath the vehicle, place
the backing plate and washer over the bolt and
securely torque the lock nut as shown in Figure 6
(recommended torque = 35 FT/LB [47 N.m.]). Be sure
all lock nut threads are engaged.
Note: This pocket can be installed
perpendicular or parallel to the wheelchair
location. Sealer can be used between backing Figure 6
plate and vehicle floor if desired.
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 Mounting Covered Floor Pocket

Place the covered floor pockets in the routed hole (5.0”

[127mm] x 1. 4” [36mm] x 0.4” [10mm]) mark and drill holes
for 5/16” bolts. Place the cover floor pockets in position and
pass the bolt through the pocket and the floor hole. From
underneath the vehicle, place the backing plate over the Figure 7
bolts and securely torque the lock nuts as shown in Figure
7 (recommended torque = 15 FT/LB [20 N.m.]). Be sure all
lock nut threads are engaged.

Note: This pocket can be installed

perpendicular or parallel to the wheelchair Figure 7
location. Sealer can be used between backing
plate and vehicle floor if desired.

Mounting Floor Track

IMPORTANT: When using substitute hardware, use only a minimum 1/4” (6.35 mm) Grade 8 flat head bolt and nut –
spaced every 4” [102mm] (minimum) with suitable corrosion protection. (Please check with your local authorities regarding
corrosion requirements.)

Place the track in the routed hole (1.42” [36mm] width x

.50” [13mm] depth) mark and drill holes for 5/16” bolts.
Place the track in position and pass the bolt through the
track and the floor hole. From underneath the vehicle, place
the washer over the bolts and securely torque the lock nuts
as shown in Figure 8a (recommended torque = 15 FT/LB
[20 N.m.]). Be sure all lock nut threads are engaged.

Note: Floor track can be installed perpendicular Figure 8a.

or parallel to the wheelchair location; this
includes full-length track. Sealer can be used
between washers and vehicle floor if desired.

OPTIONAL: Install the end caps after the track is partially

fastened to the vehicle floor. This gives the end caps
freedom to slide into place and can be adjusted if
necessary. Secure the end cap to the vehicle floor using
the end cap screw as shown in Figure 8b. The end caps
are used to provide a uniform surface from the track to the Figure 8b.
vehicle floor.

Protect the tracks with the track cover when they are not in
use. Use the track cover to keep debris out of the cavity of
the track. To maintain proper securement it is important
that the cavity of the track remain clean at all times.

Note: Information is not available on the floor

Figure 8c.
thickness because the floor thickness varies.

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 Mounting Floor Plate
Place the floor plates in the desired position, mark and drill
three holes for 3/8” bolts, then pass the bolts through the
plate and the floor hole. From underneath the vehicle,
place the washers over the bolts and securely torque the
lock nuts as shown in Figure 9 (recommended torque = 35
FT/LB [47 N.m.]). Be sure all lock nut threads are engaged.

Note: This floor pocket can be installed

perpendicular or parallel to the wheelchair Figure 9
location. Sealer can be used between backing
plate and vehicle floor if desired.

Mounting Floor Pocket

Place the floor pocket in the routed hole (3.00” [76mm] dia.
x .52” [13mm] depth), mark and drill a hole for 3/8” bolt.
Place the floor pocket in position and pass the bolt through
the pocket and the floor hole. From underneath the
vehicle, place the washers over the bolts and securely
torque the lock nuts as shown in Figure 10 (recommended
torque = 35 FT/LB [47 N.m.]). Be sure all lock nut threads
are engaged.
Note: This floor pocket can be installed
perpendicular or parallel to the wheelchair Figure 10
location. Sealer can be used between backing
plate and vehicle floor if desired.

Shoulder Belt Installation – Upper Anchorage

Recommended Location
Q’Straint provides several kinds of shoulder belts. This section describes the
placement of the upper anchorage for both manual belts and retractable belts. The
distance of the upper anchorage from the floor depends on whether you are using a
height adjustor. See figure14 for examples of height adjustors. See figure 2 for
placement of the shoulder belt relative to the tiedowns. Recommended location is
adjacent to or slightly behind the rear tiedown anchorage. With a retractable type
shoulder belt, place the upper anchorage directly above the lower base to prevent Figure 11
the webbing from rubbing on the shell as it exits the retractor.

• Without height adjustor - Mount upper anchorage 46” – 48” (1168 mm –

1219 mm) from the floor.
Figure 12
• With height adjustor - Mount upper anchorage 61” (1549mm)or more from
the floor

• See figures 15, 16 and 17 for examples of shoulder belts

WARNING: The upper torso/lap belt must always lie against the bony
structure of the occupant’s body and it must never infringe on any
component of the wheelchair such as; armrest, panel, wheel and frame.

Note: Upper torso belt should lie across the center of the seated occupant’s
shoulder as shown in Figure 11. Wall anchorages for any type of upper torso
belt should be attached to a suitable wall structure within the zone shown in
figure 12 or extend upward and rearward from this zone.
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 WARNING: The installer or manufacturer is responsible for ensuring that
the installation meets applicable wall strength requirement. Wall anchorage
should always be above the shoulder level of the seated occupant to avoid
downward forces on the spine.
The different type of upper anchorages
system include; L-track fitting, A-track
fitting, and direct installation.
Drill five holes for 1/4” bolts into the frame of the vehicle and install the
triangular bracket as shown in Figure 13.

Note: A series of in-line rivets or

screws usually indicate the
location of frame members of the
wall structure. Wall bracket point
must face wheelchair.

WARNING: Do not use wall bracket

shown in figure 13 with retractable
shoulder belt.

The bracket should be secured to a Figure 13 Figure 14

solid member of the vehicle using the
hardware supplied. See Figure 13

Figure 15 Figure 16

Mounting the Base of the

Retractable Shoulder Belt
Fasten retractor to L-bracket (and track fitting if
applicable) as shown in Figure 18. Retractor in mounted
position should be at a 0-degree rotation with respect to
the L-bracket arm on which it is mounted to ensure
proper webbing movement. If mounting the retractor
directly to the floor drill hole, place the retractor in
position and pass the bolts through the L-bracket and the
floor hole. From underneath the vehicle, place the
backing plate and washer over the bolts, and securely
torque the lock nuts as shown in Figure 18
(recommended torque = 35 FT/LB [47 N.m.]). Be sure all
lock nut threads are engaged. If using an L-track or A-
track fitting, install the corresponding pocket the same
way as described in the “Mounting Tiedown Anchorage”
section. See figure 2 for placement of the retractor base
Figure 17 relative to the tiedowns.

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WARNING: If you
have to modify the
backing plate to clear
an obstruction, modify
plate only where
necessary since
decreased plate size
decreases floor load
distribution. Always
leave at least .6” (15
mm) around t-he bolt
hole in the backing
plate. If you have to
use other hardware,
use only a minimal of
3/8” (10 mm) Grade 8
nut and bolt with Figure 18
suitable corrosion
protection.

Tri-Wheeler Belt
For customers using the Tri-wheeler
belt, an additional anchorage should
be installed centered and 6” Figure 19
(152mm) rearward of the anchorages Figure 19
from figure 2. See figure 19 for
details.

Note: The center tiedown anchorage of

the tri-wheeler belt will secure the base
of the scooter.

The center belt for tri-wheeler,

Q5-6114 is optional.

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 WARNINGS
• An experienced technician should perform installation.
• Do not make any alterations or modifications to the “QRT” system.
• Do not install the system components into unsound materials such as
corroded metal, wood, plastic and fiberglass panels without suitable
reinforcement.
• Protect the webbing around sharp corners and edges as applicable.
• The installer is responsible for ensuring that the installation meets all
applicable regulations.
• If in doubt about the method of installation in the vehicle, or the use of
the “QRT” system, consult your nearest Q’Straint office.
• PLEASE UTILIZE THE COMPLETE SYSTEM AS A UNIT IN THE VEHICLE.
(DO NOT INTERCHANGE COMPONENTS).
• The “QRT” system has been tested in a configuration similar to that
recommended for installation. Any deviation from this recommendation
is the responsibility of the installer.
• Regulations in some countries require that for a securement system to
be regarded as complete, a shoulder belt must also be installed.
Check with your local authorities for specific local requirements.
• All vehicle interior padding should comply with FMVSS 302/ISO 3795.
• If a head restraint is anchored to the vehicle, a vehicle anchored back
restraint must be provided to minimize rearward deflection of the
wheelchair seatback and thereby prevent injury.
• Airbags should only be employed as restraints in conjunction with a
wheelchair tiedown and belt type occupant restraint system compliant
with SAE J2249/ISO 10542.
• Airbags should be disconnected if the wheelchair-seated occupant is
positioned less than 7” (180mm) from the airbag module, or if any after
market device is installed so as to block or compromise deployment of
the airbag.
• The components of the “QRT” system should be replaced if they are
suspected to have been in use during an impact from which the vehicle
must be towed.
• Always keep belts clean and off the floor by using the optional Q’Straint
wall pouch or an alternate method.
• Inspect your Q’Straint parts regularly.
• Prevent contamination of belt webbing from oil, gases, polishes and
chemicals, in particularly-battery acid.
• Occasionally lubricate tiedown buckles at the hinges being careful not
to contaminate the webbing.
• Report any damage, defect or difficulty to your supervisor.

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 Q’Straint (USA)
5553 Ravenswood Road
Building 110
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33312
Tel: 954-986-6665
Fax: 954-986-0021
Toll Free: 800-987-9987
Q’Straint (Australia)
Tramanco Pty Ltd.
21 Shoebury Street
Rocklea, Australia QLD.4106
Tel: 61 7 3892 2311
Fax: 61 7 3892 6529
Internet Address: www.qstraint.com
Internet e-mail Address: qstraint@qstraint.com
Q’Straint (Europe)
73-76 John Wilson, Business Park
Whitstable, Kent
UK CT5 3QU
Tel: (011) 441 227 773035
Fax: (011) 441 227 770035
Q’Straint (Canada)
18-100 Sheldon Drive
Cambridge, ON
Canada N1R 7S7
Tel: 954-986-6665
Fax: 954-986-0021
Toll Free: 800-987-9987
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 Q5-1150
Rev. 04
Last printed xx/xx

This booklet contains the current information at the time of printing. Q’Straint reserves the right to alter or modify
components without notice.

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