18.0 SECURING CHILD IN CHILD RESTRAINT
18.1 Placing Child in Child Restraint
1.Place child in child restraint A with child’s back flat against back of child restraint. Avoid bulky clothing.
2.Place harness straps over child’s shoulders and insert tongue(s) into buckle B.
3.Pull up on tongue(s) to be sure they are locked.
4.Close chest clip C:
Position chest clip at arm pit level.
5.Pull on harness adjustment strap to tighten straps as shown D. 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.
6.SAFETY CHECK :
a)MAKE SURE the top of the child’s head is at least 1” (2.54 cm) below the top of the infant restraint.
b)CHECK that harness straps are not twisted.
c)CHECK that the harness is snug. You should NOT be able to pinch E the harness if it 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.
7.A rolled towel can be used on each side to support small children F. Be sure towels do not interfere with harness system. Towels should NOT be placed under child.
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