WARNING! When using the child restraint in forward-facing
position, attach the top anchorage connector only to tether anchors
designated by the vehicle manufacturer as tether anchorage points.
Use of other locations is not approved or permitted.
NOT
• Do
modify the vehicle without advice from the vehicle
manufacturer if a tether anchorage is not available.
• Always use the top anchorage strap with forward-facing
position.
IMPORTANT: If your vehicle does not currently have a tether anchor
attachment, refer to your vehicle owner's manual or contact the
vehicle manufacturer for assistance.
Using the Top Anchorage Strap
1. Consult your vehicle owner's manual for designated tether
anchor locations.
2. Locate the top anchorage on the rear of the child restraint and
place the top anchorage up and over the child restraint back.
3. Install the child restraint using the LATCH system or the vehicle
seat belts according to the instructions in this manual.
4. Tilt the top anchorage release tab then pull to fully extend the
top anchorage strap into a "V" shape.
5. Locate the connector on the strap and attach the top anchorage
connector to the vehicle's designated tether anchor.
• See figure A for a forward-facing installation.
• See figure B for a rear-facing installation
IMPORTANT: The tether should be hooked
over, not under, the vehicle tether anchor.
6. Pull the top anchorage adjuster strap to
remove all slack. Roll up excess
webbing and secure with Velcro.
7. Verify there is tension in the top
anchorage strap and that child restraint
is properly secured.
• The child restraint is secure when it
cannot be moved front-to-back or side-
to-side more than 1 in. (2.5 cm) at the
belt path.
USING THE TOP ANCHORAGE STRAP
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