Check harness system:
•
Rear-facing
- 5-30 lbs (2.2-13.6 kg)
Harness straps must be through bottom
or middle slots
at
or
below
shoulders.
•
Forward-facing
-
20-30 lbs (9-13.6 kg)
Harness straps must be through
middle
or
top
slots
at
or
above
shoulders.
•
Forward-facing
-
30-40 lbs (13.6-18 kg)
Harness straps must be through
top
slots
only.
DO NOT
use middle slots for child over
30 lbs. (13.6 kg).
5-Point Models Only:
• Crotch strap
must
be in opening closest to
but not under child.
5-Point Models Only:
Place child in car seat with child’s back flat
against back of car seat.
Place harness straps over child’s shoulders and
insert tongue(s) into buckle.
Pull up on tongue(s) to be sure they are locked.
Close harness tie:
Position harness tie at arm pit level.
Adjust harness straps to be snug with just
enough room to insert one finger between
child’s chest and harness straps
(fig. a)
.
Check that harness straps on
chest
and
thighs
are snug.
A rolled towel can be used on each side to
support small children
(fig. b)
. Be sure towels
do not interfere with harness system. Towels
should
NOT
be placed under child.
To prevent serious injury or death:
• Keep harness straps snug and
positioned on shoulders with harness
tie at arm pit level.
• Do not use strap covers, blankets,
cushions, or padding under harness
straps or child unless provided by
Graco.
• Child should be dressed in clothing
that does not interfere with buckling
the harness.
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PLACING CHILD IN CAR SEAT
WARNING
Overhead Shield Models Only:
• Harness tongue
must
be in opening
closest to but not under child.
