Placing Child in CAR Seat

WARNING

To prevent serious injury or death:

•Keep harness straps snug and positioned on shoulders. Periodically check adjustments.

•Do not use strap covers, blankets cushions, or padding under harness straps or child unless provided by Century or Graco.

•Baby must be dressed in clothing with arms and legs that will not interfere with buckling harness.

Check harness system:

•Harness straps must be through slots at or just below shoulders.

5-Point Models Only:

•Crotch strap must be through opening closest to but not under child.

3-Point Models Only:

•Buckle tongue must be in slot closest to but not under child.

1Place child in car seat with child’s back flat against back of car seat.

2Place harness straps over child’s shoulders and insert tongue(s) into buckle to lock.

Pull up on tongue(s) to be sure they are locked.

3Close harness tie:

Position harness tie at arm pit level.

4Adjust that harness straps to be snug with just enough room to insert one finger between child’s chest and harness straps (fig. a).

For 5-Point models, check that harness straps on chest and thighs are snug.

5A rolled towel can be used on each side to support small children (fig. b). Be sure towels do not interfere with harness system.