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1.34 CHILD SAFETY: General information (2/2) Using a child seat The level of protection offered by the child seat depends on its ability to re- strain your child and on its installation. Incorrect installation compromises the protection it offers the child in the event of harsh braking or an impact. that it complies with the regulations for the country you are in and that it can be fitted in your vehicle. Consult an ap- proved dealer to find out which seats are recommended for your vehicle. manual and respect its instructions. If you experience any difficulties during installation, contact the manufacturer of the equipment. Keep the instructions with the seat. Never leave a child unat- tended in the vehicle. always strapped in and that the belt or safety harness used is correctly set and adjusted. Avoid wearing bulky clothing which could cause the belts to slacken. arms out of the window. position for the entire journey, espe- cially if asleep. Set a good example by always fas- tening your seat belt and teaching your child: – to strap themselves in correctly. – to always get in and out of the car at the kerb, away from busy traf- fic. Do not use a second-hand child seat or one without an instruction manual. the vicinity of the child seat which could impede its operation. |