PLACING CHILD IN CAR SEAT
WARNING
To prevent serious injury or death:
•Keep harness straps snug and positioned on shoulders. 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. Periodically check adjustments.
•Do not use strap covers, blankets cushions, or padding under harness straps or child unless provided by 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.
•Crotch strap must be through opening closest to but not under child.
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Place child in car seat with child’s back flat against back of car seat.
Place harness straps over child’s shoulders and insert tongues into buckle to lock.
Pull up on tongues to be sure they are locked.
Close chest clip:
Position chest clip at arm pit level.
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 (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.
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