Chicco NextFit User Manual page 7

IMPORTANT WARNINGS
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR
Install Child Restraint Correctly
• WHEN USING THIS CHILD RESTRAINT REAR-FACING, DO NOT PLACE THIS CHILD RESTRAINT IN
VEHICLE SEATING LOCATION WITH A FRONTAL AIR BAG, UNLESS THE AIR BAG CAN BE TURNED
OFF. If the airbag inflates, it can cause serious injury or death to your child. For vehicles with side air bags,
refer to you vehicle owners manual for information on your vehicle seat installation.
• ALWAYS install this Child Restraint in a back seat if possible.
According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating
positions rather than in the front seat.
• NEVER install in rear facing, side facing or on the back of a folded down vehicle seat.
• ALWAYS secure this Child Restraint with the vehicle's child restraint anchorage system (LATCH) if available
OR the vehicle seat belt. If the child weighs over 40lbs (18. 1 kg) ONLY use the vehicle seat belt. DO NOT
Use LATCH.
• DO NOT use the lower anchors of the child restraint anchorage system (LATCH) to secure this Child
Restraint with a child weighing more than 40 lbs (18 kg).
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WARNING WARNING
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR
Install Child Restraint Correctly
• When using FORWARD-FACING, ALWAYS use the top Tether Strap provided with this Child Restraint.
• NEVER use Child Restraint in a vehicle seating position where it cannot be secured tightly. A loosely
installed child restraint will not protect your child in a crash.
• Never leave Child Restraint unsecured in your vehicle even when it is unoccupied. It could injure other
occupants in a sudden stop or crash.
Ensure Child's Safety When Using Child Restraint
• NEVER leave your child unattended in the vehicle.
• STRANGULATION HAZARD: Your child can strangle in a loose Restraint Harness. Never leave a child in
the Child Restraint with straps loose or undone.
• To prevent ejection or breathing difficulties, proper recline is required. When installing the Child
Restraint, check the bubble level on the side of the child restraint.
IMPORTANT WARNINGS
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