TAKATA Mini Instructions Manual page 57

touches the backrest of the passenger seat, and that the
TAKATA MINI is set at the right angle. You can check
this via the sticker affi xed to the side: if the red line is
pointing straight up, the TAKATA MINI is correctly
positioned.
You may think that a slightly less upright position
would be more comfortable, however, this 90-degree
angle has been proven to provide optimum safety. The
angle of your child, whatever the position of the inner
padding or shoulder straps, lies here within what is
known as the comfort zone.
Step 4 – Fasten and tighten the two-point seatbelt
[MINI_037] To properly secure the TAKATA MINI in
the aircraft, ensure that the straps of the two-point
seatbelt run through the two blue lap belt guides on
the side bolsters of the TAKATA MINI. Following
this, fasten and tighten the belt, until the straps lie
tightly against the TAKATA MINI.
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CAUTION!
Follow the airlineʼs instructions when fastening and
tightening the seatbelt.
CAUTION!
Ensure that the fastened buckle is positioned between
the two lap belt guides of the TAKATA MINI, and that
the straps are not twisted. If you have any questions on
this, please ask the airline staff.
Step 5 – Adjust the carry handle
Simultaneously push in the grey levers on each side of
the handle as far as they can go, and move the carry
handle forward into the vehicle position (center position).
CAUTION!
Whenever you change the position of the carry handle,
always check that it is locked into place. To do this,
lightly push the handle back and forwards with your
hand, without pressing down on the levers.