Orbit baby Base, Manual

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Seat Positions & Vehicle Restraint Options
2. Choosing a Vehicle Seating Location
You may choose a seating location in your vehicle that has acceptable LATCH
anchors (part of the Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren system) or vehicle
seat belts approved by the vehicle manufacturer. Seat geometry and vehicle
seat belt geometry may also affect the installation of the Orbit Base.
According to crash statistics, children have less chance of injury when
properly restrained in rear vehicle seats, rather than front vehicle seats.
In addition, the center rear seating location is considered the best location
if ALL the following conditions are met:
a) Lower LATCH anchors are spaced, center-to-center, between 11 and 20 in.
(280 and 500 mm) apart or the seat has an acceptable vehicle seat belt
b) LATCH or vehicle seat belt provides a secure installation and remains tightly
adjusted around the car seat
c) The seat geometry allows the seat to be properly reclined once installed
d) If the vehicle seat back is adjustable, the vehicle seat back is locked into
the upright position
e) Installation in this seating location is permitted by the vehicle manufacturer
1. Your Child Restraint Options
Any Orbit Base with a Green Circular Seal (see pages 10-11) can be used with
either the Orbit Infant Car Seat or the Orbit Toddler Car Seat. Any Orbit Base
can be used with the Infant Car Seat. Seats such as the Orbit Toddler Stroller
Seat and the Orbit Bassinet cannot and will not dock onto the Orbit Base.
Orbit Infant
Car Seat Orbit Toddler
Car Seat
Orbit Base Orbit Base
USE REAR-FACING ONLY
for infants that are
- less than 22 pounds AND
- less than 29 inches tall USE REAR-FACING ONLY
for children that are
- 15-35 pounds