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5. From the back, pull strap through
harness tightener to tighten the straps
as shown
. The remaining straps
should be about equal in length.
CHECK
that
both
straps are flat
and tight on child’s shoulders.
To loosen the straps, hold the harness
tightener up and pull the strap from the
front of the seat
.
6. Snap harness clip pieces together
.
Position harness clip in middle of chest,
level with armpits and away from the
neck
.
7.
SAFETY CHECK:
a)
CHECK
that harness straps are not
twisted.
b)
CHECK
that the harness is snug.
A snug strap should not allow any slack.
It lies in a relatively straight line without
sagging. It does not press on the child’s
flesh or push the child’s body into an
unnatural position
.
