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Proper use is required. Read and understand
instructions and car seat labels.
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Securely install car seat with LATCH System or
vehicle seat belt and top tether strap.
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Snugly adjust harness around child.
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Harness covers MUST be used when forward-facing.
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Infants less than one year old and 20 lbs. (9 kg)
must use car seat rear-facing.
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Do not use car seat rear-facing in vehicle front
seating location with an air bag.
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Secure children in back seat whenever possible.
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Never leave child unattended.
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Do not allow anyone (babysitter, relatives, etc.) to
use car seat without first reading and understanding
all instructions and car seat labels.
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Need help installing your infant car seat?
Contact one of the following sources to locate a child
safety seat inspection station in your area:
•Your vehicle dealer.
• Call 1-866-SEAT CHECK (1-866-732-8243).
•Visit www.nhtsa.dot.gov and select “Child Seat
Inspections”.
•Visit www.seatcheck.org.
• Contact a certified child passenger safety technician
in your area. To locate a certified “Child Passenger
Safety” Technician in your area visit
www.nhtsa.dot.gov and select “Child Passenger
Safety” and then select “Technician Contact Locator”.
Section 3 - Proper Use Check List
Proper Use Is Required:
No car seat can guarantee protection from injury in every situation, but proper use helps reduce the risk of
serious injury or death.
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