Graco PD163434A owner manual Installing Base Using Latch, Belt must lay flat and not be twisted

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10.0 Installing Base Using LATCH

1.Remove LATCH from storage area A. For ease of installation, extend LATCH to its maximum length.

2.Place base in vehicle seat as shown B.

3.Make sure LATCH is routed through vehicle/LATCH belt path normally used for vehicle seat belt.

Belt must lay flat and not be twisted.

4.Hook Connectors to vehicle lower anchors. Pull firmly on Connectors to be sure they are attached C.

5.NEVER put two LATCH connectors on one vehicle LATCH anchor unless specifically allowed by the vehicle manufacturer D.

6.With base flat on vehicle seat, slide back until top of base contacts seat back. Make sure that base bottom remains flat on the vehicle seat E.

7.Tighten LATCH by pushing down hard on the center of the base and pulling the free end of the adjustment belt F.

8.Test base for secure installation by moving front to back and left to right at the belt path G. Base should not move more than 1 inch ( 2.54 cm). If belt loosens or lengthens, repeat procedure.

9.Check that the LATCH stays tight and does not slip from the tightened position. If it does not stay tight, try another seating position or contact Graco at 1-800-345-4109.

10.To remove LATCH lift up on metal tongue of buckle and remove LATCH as

shown H.

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Contents Smart SeatTM Child RestraintTable of Contents REAR-FACING Page Properly Routing the Vehicle Seat Belt or Latch Page Never Attach two Latch connectors Page Page Register Your Child Restraint Model Number Manufactured Purchase DateFor Recall Information If You Need Help CertificationChild Restraint Useful Life Second Hand Child RestraintAttaching Latch Storage Compartment Attaching CupholderClick Features Page Base Page Height & Weight Limits Preterm or Low Birthweight Infants Rear-facing with base 5 to 40 lbs .2-18.1 KgForward-facing with base 20 to 65 lbs to 29.5 kg Booster Without base 30 to 100 lbs .6 to 45 kg Vehicle Seat Location Requirements Serious Injury or DEATH. Some seatingVehicle Seat Belt Requirements Safe Vehicle Seat Belt SystemsCombination Lap/Shoulder Belt with For Built-in Harness OnlyWith or Without Built-in Harness Unsafe Vehicle Belt Systems Lap Belts with Emergency Locking Retractor ELRCombination Lap/Shoulder Belt with Retractor Passive Restraint Lap or Shoulder Belt Mounted on DoorPassive Restraint Lap Belt with Motorized Shoulder BeltWhat is LATCH? LatchVehicle Lower Anchor Points Seat Crease Vehicle Top Tether Latch System REAR-FACINGFORWARD-FACINGInstalling Base Using Vehicle Seat Belt Lap Belt VehicleBelt Installing Base Using Latch Belt must lay flat and not be twistedPage REAR-FACING Installation Locked FORWARD-FACING Installation Tether Tether USE Tether Storage Latch StorageHarness Straps Chest ClipBuckle Crotch StrapBottom Body Support on certain models To prevent ejection in sudden stop or crashHarness Covers & Crotch Strap Cover on certain models To prevent serious head injury in sudden stop or crashUsing Recline FORWARD-FACING Safety Check Placing Child in Child RestraintChest Clip Buckle Check Harness System To prevent serious injury or deathAdjusting Head Support/ Harness Straps Refer to page 48 for harness strap Placement.49Booster Installation D19.1 Storing HarnessBottom Using Child Restraint in Booster Mode Page Head Support in Booster Mode , p Securing Child in Booster Seat and VehicleArmrest Shoulder Belt Lap belt Adjusting Head Support in Booster Mode Adjusting Armrest Additional InformationRemoving Seat Cover Care and Maintenance Airplane UseWarranty,and Replacement Parts