Evenflo SONUS - Forward-Facing Use; Forward-Facing Installation Checklist

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Using the Child Restraint
Forward-facing
Child Requirements:
• Weight: 10 to 22.6 kg (22 to 50 lbs)
• Height: 71 to 127 cm (28 to 50 in.)
AND the tops of the child’s ears are at
or below, the top of the child restraint
seat back.
• Age: At least two years of age
Note: Once your child exceeds 22.6 kg (50 lbs) OR 127 cm
(50 inches) OR the top of their ears are above the top of the
child restraint seat back, they can no longer safely use this
child restraint, and you should consider using a booster seat.
1. Secure child restraint to the vehicle seat.
•
Recline stand is flipped to the upright position
(page 38).
• Install with Lower Anchor Connector Assembly
(page 28) or vehicle seat belt (page 32).
• Install tether strap (pages 31 and 35).
• Install locking clip, if necessary (page 33).
2. Set the child in the child restraint.
Tops of the child’s ears are at, or below, the top of
the child restraint seat back.
3. Fasten the buckle. Refer to page 39.
4. Make necessary adjustments.
•
Crotch strap is snug against the child (page 40).
• Harness straps MUST be snug against the child’s
shoulders, with no slack (page 39).
5. Position and connect chest clip.
Chest clip MUST be at armpit level (page 39).
6. Check your work.
•
Recline Stand is flipped to the upright position
(page 38).
• To properly secure this child restraint it MUST NOT
move more than 25 mm (1 inch) from side to side
or front to back at the forward-facing belt path
(pages 30 and 34).
• The child’s back and bottom are flat against the
back and bottom surfaces of the child restraint.
• Shoulder harness straps MUST start at or above
shoulder height, using the strap slots closest to
your child’s shoulders (page 36).
• Buckle tongues are fully engaged (page 39).
• Tether strap is securely attached and tightened
(page 31 or 35).
WARNING
If your child weighs more than 22.6 kg (50 lbs) or their
shoulders are above the highest harness level, you
MUST discontinue use, or the child restraint will
not protect your child.
Forward-facing Installation Checklist
Forward-facing
Harness straps are
at, or slightly above
the child’s shoulders.
Forward-facing
Belt Path
Lower Anchor
Connector
Assembly
Lower Anchor
Connector
Assembly