Graco Contender Slim Instruction Manual page 87

9-B Cleaning Buckle
Flip the recline foot to the forward-facing position and
locate the metal retainer. Rotate the metal retainer up
through the shell and seat pad. From the front, pull the
buckle strap out.
To clean buckle, place in a cup of warm water and
gently agitate the buckle. Press the red button several
times while in the water.
DO NOT SUBMERGE THE BUCKLE STRAP . DO
NOT USE SOAPS, HOUSEHOLD DETERGENTS or
LUBRICANTS.
Shake out excess water and allow to air dry. Repeat
steps as needed until it fastens with a click. Re-insert
the buckle into the same slot it was removed. Pull up
on buckle strap to make sure it is secured.
WARNING! Inspect and
clean buckle from time
to time to remove any
objects or debris that
could prevent latching.
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