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A child car seat ensures the safety of the child only if it is installed correctly. Otherwise, the whole point of using it is nullified. Parental negligence can cost a child dearly in the event of even a minor accident on the road. But according to statistics, 80% of restraint devices are used incorrectly.

Let's figure out how and where to install a car seat correctly so that it really protects the little passenger, and is not in the car for show!

Methods of attaching car seats:

• Standard seat belts;
• Isofix system;
• Latch and SuperLatch system.

Fastening with standard car seat belts

Fastening with a standard three-point car belt is used for car seats of all age groups. However, there are some peculiarities here. In the “0”, “0+” group, the standard belt secures the car seat in the passenger compartment, and the child is fastened with an internal five-point belt. In groups “1” and above, a standard belt fastens the child, and the seat is fixed due to its weight.

The manufacturer's instructions will help you correctly and securely fasten the restraint with a seat belt. Please read it carefully after purchasing the product! Most modern models have special red markings located in the places where the belts pass (if the chair is installed rear-facing, the markings are blue), as well as instructional drawings. This will make your task much easier!

Over time, many parents begin to ignore the marks and rules for fixing the car seat, doing it hastily and as best they can. Such negligence is unacceptable when it comes to the safety of a child.

It is important to know!

• Fastening with standard belts does not provide a rigid fixation of the chair, but it should not wobble! Only a small amount of play is allowed. Move the chair after you have fixed the straps - if it moves more than 2 cm, you will have to redo everything.
• Before you buy a seat, check whether it can be installed in your car. In some vehicle models, the design of the rear seat and backrest profiles makes it impossible to attach most child seats. There are situations when the length of the standard belt is not enough to secure the restraint device.
• After placing your child in the seat and buckling it in, check to see if the seat belts are twisted. They should not hang out or squeeze. The “correct” gap between the belts and the baby’s body is no more than 3-4 cm (two fingers).
• While driving, the standard belts can relax and slip. A special lock will help avoid this. If the design of the car seat does not provide for it, it is recommended to additionally purchase a fixing bracket.
• The standard tape must be passed through all the guides provided by the design of the car seat. Make sure the belt goes straight across the child's shoulder and hips. Under no circumstances should it move towards the neck.

Basic instructions for securing a child car seat with a three-point belt

1 Step.

Move the front seat back to provide enough space to install the car seat. Check to see if the passenger in front will be caught.

Step 2

Pull out the car seat belt and guide it through the special holes in the seat structure. Instructions and special markings will help you navigate.

3 Step.

Snap the belt into the buckle after tightening it according to all instructions.

4 Step.

Apply light pressure to the chair and check to see if it moves. Allow about 2 cm of play.

5 Step.

Move the inner seat belts to the sides and seat the child. Apply straps, adjust pads, and secure clasps.

6 Step.

Tighten the straps to hold your baby snugly.

Basic instructions for installing a car seat

1 Step.

Place the infant carrier on the car seat facing the direction of travel. If you choose the front seat for installation, disable the airbag.

Step 2

Fasten the carrycot with seat belts according to the instructions. Focus on the special blue marks that indicate where the belts will be threaded. Make sure that the cross and diagonal belts are not mixed up.

3 Step.

Assess the position of the infant carrier - its tilt back should not exceed 45 degrees. You can check this using a special indicator on the base or body of the holding device. A rolled up towel or a special roller (if permitted by the manufacturer) will help you level the angle of inclination.

4 Step.

Place your baby in the infant carrier and secure him with the straps. It is better if the shoulder straps are in the lowest possible position. It is recommended to place the clip at armpit level.

5 Step.

Use special padding on the belts to avoid chafing and discomfort in the groin area. If your belt buckle does not have a soft pad underneath it, place a towel underneath it.

6 Step.

Adjust the straps so that they fit your child snugly, but not too tight. Two fingers should fit under the straps.

7 Step.

If it's cold inside, cover your child with a blanket.

You need to dress your baby correctly for traveling in a car! Clothing should be made of thick fabric to avoid chafing from the belt. It is also recommended to avoid bulky winter jackets, as they do not allow the belts to be tightened tightly. During the cold season, it is better to use an additional blanket.

Advantages and disadvantages

+ Universal fastening (there is a standard seat belt in every car)

+ Profitable price

+ Possibility of installing a car seat on any car seat.

- Difficulty of fastening

- Not as good safety ratings compared to Isofix and Latch

- The possibility of encountering a “shortage” of a standard belt (typical for car seats with a table).

Isofix mount

An alternative to standard seat belts when securing a child restraint system is the Isofix system. It is a rigid attachment of the seat to the car body. This ensures better child protection, which is confirmed by crash test results year after year.

You will find the Isofix mount at the base of the car seat: two brackets on a metal frame, located symmetrically on both sides of the seat.

A child seat with the Isofix system is almost impossible to install incorrectly. This is done very quickly and simply. Find the special brackets built into the back seat of almost any modern car and connect them to the brackets located at the bottom of the restraint system. “Docking” should occur easily, and the chair should be firmly secured. Some models have electronic indicators that change color if the chair is installed correctly.

Not all car seat models of groups “0+” and “1” have built-in Isofix. Some involve installing a child seat on a special platform, which is equipped with fastenings. The platform and the chair are purchased strictly “for each other”. Of course, they must be from the same manufacturer!

Isofix fixes the chair at 2 points. But for groups “0” and “1” there is also a 3rd point, which allows reducing the load on the fastenings of the holding device. It could be:

Telescopic support to the floor. It consists of two connected tubes located at the base of the child car seat platform, which are height-adjustable and rigidly fixed. Not every platform model includes a thrust leg. In its absence, an anchor strap is used.

Anchor strap (Top Tether). Responsible for additional fixation of the upper part of the car seat. In the event of an accident, it protects the small passenger from neck injuries resulting from a sharp “nod”. There is a belt at the top of the backrest of the child seat, which is secured to a special bracket on the back of the rear seat, in the trunk of the car or other place (depending on the model).

It is important to know!

• Before purchasing a seat with the Isofix system, make sure that the appropriate fastenings are present in your car. You need to look for them on the front side of the passenger seat, under the backrest. Stick your hand into the gap and you can easily feel the staples.
• In the vast majority of cases, the Isofix system can only be used on the rear outboard seats. This is where the mounting brackets are provided in the car. If you need to place a child seat in front, you can secure it with a standard seat belt. Most models of chairs with Isofix allow this installation option.
• The Isofix system is used in car seats of all age groups. However, for fixing infant carriers and child seats of category “0+”, it is still recommended to prefer the standard option. A rigid fastening system sometimes creates vibration in the infant carrier, which is undesirable for the child. Starting from group “1”, you can safely switch to Isofix.
• The design of a car seat with the Isofix system implies the presence of metal runners, which during operation can damage the seat upholstery. A special rug that is placed directly under the chair will help you avoid this. Thick fabric is also used for these purposes.

Installation instructions

1 Step.

Locate the Isofix mounting brackets under the seat back. Remove the protective plugs. We recommend that you immediately put them in the glove compartment so as not to lose them.

Step 2

Pull the Isofix brackets at the base of the child seat to the required length. They are also protected by plugs - remove them and hide them in the glove compartment.

3 Step.

Insert the fasteners into the guides and press on the chair until you hear a characteristic click. Check that both brackets are securely fastened.

4 Step.

If the car seat has an anchor belt, place it over the back of the main seat and secure it in the anchorage (this can be located on the trunk floor or on the back of the seat). If the child restraint is designed with a support leg, adjust its angle and height.

5 Step.

Loosen the inner straps, sit the child down, tighten and secure the straps.

Advantages and disadvantages

+ Easily and quickly attaches to the car interior

+ The chair is installed rigidly, tipping over and “moving forward” is excluded.

+

- Higher cost of the car seat (about 1.5 times compared to the standard mounting method)

- 30% more weight than a conventional chair

- Not universal, not all cars are equipped with ISOFIX

- Possibility of chair vibration due to rigid fixation

- Weight limit 18 kg

- Can only be installed on the rear outboard seats

LATCH mount

Isofix fastening is considered a European standard. There are analogs of it in the world, for example, the Latch mount, which was created in America. Since 2002, it has been mandatory in the United States.

The main feature of Latch compared to Isofix is ​​the absence of a metal frame and brackets in the design of the chair, which significantly reduces its weight. Fastening is carried out using durable straps, which are secured with carabiners to the Latch brackets on the back seat of the car.

Latch and Isofix systems are fully compatible with each other. This means that if your car has Isofix, you can safely install a seat with Latch mounts and vice versa.

The Latch system includes several options for carabiner fasteners. The most common of them resembles fastening removable straps for bags, only larger in size and stronger.

In 2008, the American company Evenflo created the SuperLatch carabiner, which features a built-in automatic tensioner. Installation and fixation with its help is quick and easy, since there is no need to manually adjust the straps.

Advantages and disadvantages

+ No vibration due to soft fixation with elastic strap

+ Convenient installation (the locks do not have to be latched at the same time, as with Isofix)

+ The chair weighs 1.5 - 2.6 kg lighter than a similar one with Isofix

+ Reliable child protection in case of an accident (confirmed by crash tests)

+ Increasing the permissible weight of the child to 29.6 kg (for Isofix - 18 kg)

- Small selection (Latch car seat models are presented in Russia very sparingly)

- Not universal, not all cars are equipped with Latch and Isofix brackets

- Lack of budget models

- Possibility of installation only on the rear side seats.

Where to install the car seat?

Most parents install the child restraint in the right rear seat. When the child is “obliquely”, it is easier for the driver to communicate with him and control him using the rearview mirror. In addition, drivers often push their own seat as far back as possible for greater comfort, and having a child seat behind them significantly limits this possibility.

What seat in the cabin is considered the safest? For a long time, the seat on the left (behind the driver) was the “favorite” among safety experts. This choice is explained by the human instinct of self-preservation: in an emergency situation, the driver unconsciously turns the steering wheel in such a way as to protect himself, which means that the passenger behind also benefits.

Scientific approach

Scientists from the American Research University at Buffalo came to interesting conclusions. They analyzed traffic accident statistics in New York State for 3 years. As a result, they named the safest place in the car... the middle seat. Judge for yourself: compared to the front seats, the rear seats are 60-86% safer, while the safety of the middle seat is 25% higher than that of the rear side seats.

It is worth noting that the scientists took into account all possible factors affecting the level of safety, for example, the type and weight of the car, the presence of head restraints and airbags, the age of the driver and passengers, road lighting, and weather. But under any conditions, the middle place was always at least 16% safer than the rest. The researchers explained this by the fact that in a collision it is not subject to compression, which cannot be said about the outboard seats. But side impact accidents are second only to accidents where cars collide head-on in frequency.

Unfortunately, not every car model allows you to conveniently place a child car seat in the middle of the cabin. For example, representatives of the C-class and above have a built-in folding armrest in the back of the middle seat. Many cars (usually station wagons and hatchbacks) have only 20% of the space in the middle seat, and the car seat simply won’t fit there. And, for example, the Isofix system in most cases is provided only for the side rear seats (with the exception of some car models, for example, Citroen C4 Picasso).

When determining where to install the restraint, proceed from the characteristics of your vehicle. If you cannot choose a seat in the center, give preference to the seat behind the driver.

We install the car seat correctly (fastening with a standard belt)!

1 Group 0 (infant seats, up to 10 kg).

Installed on the rear or front seats of the car, perpendicular to the movement.

Important point:

When placing the infant carrier in the front seat, be sure to turn off the airbag! If it works in the event of an accident, the infant carrier will receive a strong blow, which could result in serious injury to the child.

2 Group 0+ (up to 13 kg).

The child can be transported both behind and in front (the airbag is switched off!). The seat is installed against the direction of travel: the small passenger sits with his legs towards the back of the seat. It is secured in the chair with a five-point harness.

3 Group 1 (up to 18 kg).

The seat can be fixed in the rear and front seats in the direction of travel; in addition, the baby is held in place by a five-point internal belt.

4 Group 2-3 (up to 36 kg.)

Installed on any passenger seat in the direction of travel of the car. The child is fastened with a standard seat belt.

Questions to the expert

1 Is it possible to put a car seat in the front seat if the front airbag cannot be turned off (the car does not have this option)?

If the airbag does not turn off, you cannot place the infant carrier in the front seat. When deployed in the event of an accident, the airbag will forcefully hit the restraint device and, instead of protecting it, will cause additional injuries to the child.

2 When the baby is wearing winter clothes, the internal seat belts are not fastened. What to do?

First of all, check to see if your child has already “outgrown” his car seat. If it's all about a thick down jacket, you'll have to change your baby into something lighter. In general, car seats do not provide for winter clothing, since according to European standards, a small passenger must be transported without it. In the conditions of the Russian winter, all that remains is to improvise! Warm up the car thoroughly before seating your child. Make sure you have a blanket to cover your baby if it gets cold on the road.

3 Can three child car seats fit in the back seat of a car?

It is quite possible to install three child restraints in the back seat of a car at once, if you select the most compact models. The exception is cars in which the area of ​​the middle seat is reduced or supplemented with a folding armrest.

4 What to do if your car does not have Isofix mounts, but you want to use this particular system?

The hinges required to attach the seat using the Isofix system can be welded to the car body in a car service center. This is a fairly simple procedure, so many parents resort to it if they want to ensure maximum safety for their child.

5 Can a seat with the Isofix system be secured in the usual way (with standard belts)?

The metal runners that are typical for car seats with the Isofix system are usually foldable, and the design of many restraints also includes holes for a standard belt. Therefore, yes, most models (there are rare exceptions) can also be recorded in the usual way. Just in case, we recommend checking with the seller about this possibility.

When going on a family car trip, parents simply have to worry about the safety of their child. In many countries, a mandatory condition for transporting children in a car is the presence of a specialized seat. But it’s not even a matter of following traffic rules. The health, safety and comfort of the child, in this case, comes first.

It is not enough to buy a good device. It still needs to be secured correctly. Installing a child seat is quite a difficult task. Depending on the model, year of manufacture, fastening system and other parameters, car seats have many differences. Of course, the easiest way is to turn to specialists for help. Or you can carefully study the rules for installing a child seat and do the work yourself.

Why do you need a child seat?

The world around us is moving faster and faster every year. From the very first days of life, children become its active researchers. Safe transportation of a child in a car is the responsibility of responsible parents.

Installing a child seat in a car takes very little time. However, such a step will protect your baby from many dangers. A convenient design, specially designed taking into account the size of the child, built-in additional seat belts, a comfortable headrest - all this will maximally protect the baby in the event of an accident.

When creating, manufacturers focus not only on the comfort of the baby, but also on the convenience for parents. Installing a child seat on a vehicle should be simple, quick and effortless. The upholstery should also be easy to remove. In this case, it can be washed, providing the child with the necessary level of hygiene.

You need to use it right from the baby’s birth. Special devices are provided for this. Some parents argue that the child receives the best protection if he or she moves in his mother’s arms. This mistake can cost the baby her health, or even her life. The fact is that in the event of a sudden collision, the child’s body weight instantly increases by 20-25 times. Therefore, even if your baby weighs only 4-5 kg, at the time of the accident the mother will immediately have at least 80, or even 120 kg in her arms. It is almost impossible to maintain such weight. Therefore, installing a child seat is not just a whim of the traffic police, but a vital necessity.

Pros of a child seat

The main advantages of car seats:

• keep the child from chaotic movements around the car;
• securely secure the baby and prevent him from being injured during an accident or sudden braking;
• allow the driver not to be distracted from driving;
• enable other passengers to free their hands and ensure their own safety;
• easy to install and do not require special skills;
• They are small in size and do not take up much space in the car;
• eliminate the fine and unnecessary questions when communicating with the traffic police.

Cons of car seats

However, these devices also have disadvantages:

• children, especially small ones, do not like movement restrictions too much;
• require selection taking into account the age, weight and height of the child;
• need frequent replacement, because the child grows quite quickly;
• some models of seats require special fastenings in the car;
• truly high-quality car seats for children are expensive, and given the fact that they will have to be replaced several times, the purchase falls completely out of the budget category.

What types of child car seats are there?

Installing a child seat in the back seat is not that difficult. It is important to choose a device that is suitable for your baby in terms of age, weight and other indicators. There are several types of car seats. For convenience, they are clearly divided into several groups.

Group "0". Such devices are used for the smallest passengers, weighing up to 11 kg. They are a special cradle equipped with additional seat belts, with which the device is attached to the rear seat. The car seat is equipped with additional protection for the baby's head, and before moving, the baby should be fastened with special strong but flexible belts.

Group "0+". This device looks like a bowl and is designed to carry passengers weighing up to 15 kg. Most often, these models are incredibly functional. They are used as a car seat, a rocking chair for a baby, a chair or a cradle. And if you put such a device on wheels, you get a full-fledged stroller. For ease of transportation, the car seat “0+” is equipped with a strong handle. Install it on the seat against the direction of travel of the car.

Group "0/+1". This car seat is used to transport children weighing up to 17 kg and up to 3.5 years old. While the child is small, it is installed in reverse, like the previous option. For an older child, the seat can be turned over and secured in the direction of travel of the car.

Group "1". This option is used for babies who can sit confidently on their own, from 10 months to 3.5-4 years. There is a rigid base, an adjustable backrest, and strong seat belts. To prevent your child from getting bored on the road, many models are equipped with a work table that can accommodate toys. The weight of the baby that this model can hold is from 8 to 17 kg.

Group "2". The chair can be used up to the age of five. It can support weight up to 24 kg. However, it is important to take into account the individual size of the child. This is especially important in the cold season, when the child is securely “packed” in warm overalls. A large child may simply feel cramped, while a relatively small baby will sink deeply into the seat.

Group "2/3". This is a fairly universal option. Suitable for children from 5 to 13 years old, weighing up to 38 kg and height up to 160 cm. There are not internal, but external seat belts, and the back has a slight anatomical slope. A special feature of these models is a detachable booster seat - a special seat that can be used separately for older children.

Group "3". This model does not have a backrest or headrest and consists only of a booster seat. Looks like a regular pillow with armrests. This car seat can be used no earlier than the child’s weight reaches 23-25 ​​kg.

Group "1/2/3". The most universal model that can be transformed as the child grows up. Such devices are the most expensive. However, their equipment is the most complete. This is an excellent option for a child who is growing quickly and has already left one group, but has not reached another.

By the way, when choosing a seat for a child, make sure that the model is designed specifically for a car. Installing a child seat on a bicycle is completely different. And the models are very different.

Mounting options

After the model is determined, the installation of the child seat in the car begins. The layout of the fasteners and the sequence of actions are most often described in detail in the instructions. There are 4 main types of car seat attachment systems for babies.

1. Fastening with standard car seat belts. This type of installation is suitable for almost all vehicles. The only caveat: before buying a chair, it is important to make sure that the length of your own belts is sufficient to securely fix the device in the cabin. If this is not the case, you need to contact a service center, where the belts can be “extended” or made longer.

In this case, general instructions cannot be given. Depending on the model, the devices may have different ones. Most often, belt guides have special indicators or cheat sheets. With their help, it is quite easy to understand the installation.

It is very important to carefully follow the instructions and avoid amateur activities. It is also necessary to carefully ensure that the seat belts are not twisted or wrinkled. If you have changed the angle of the seat back even slightly, it is important to adjust the position of the child car seat.

2. Fastening with a rigid fixed base. Installing a child seat in the back seat will be as simple as possible if the model has a removable top and a special base. The latter is usually attached to the seat. It is enough to securely fasten the base once in accordance with the instructions, and the process of installing the child seat will take a minimum of time. Simply snap it into special slots.

Car seats with a rigid base have several other advantages. Firstly, many of them have a special metal arch, with the help of which the chair additionally rests on the back of the car seat. Secondly, there is often another level of safety - a special leg for fixing to the floor of the car. This gives the structure additional rigidity and stability.

3. ISOFIX automatic fastening system. This fixation method was designed specifically to make installing a child seat in the back seat of a car as easy as possible. This is what most foreign-made cars are equipped with.

Between the seat and the back of the rear passenger sofa there are special metal brackets that are rigidly attached to the car body. At the bottom of the child seat there is a counter part equipped with special locks. To install a child seat, simply align both parts of the mechanism and press on them until you hear a characteristic click.

Despite the incredible convenience, this system has several disadvantages. First of all, a rigid mount helps transmit vibration from the car body to the child’s seat. In addition, such a seat can only be installed in those brands of cars that are equipped with special fastenings. Well, the last detail is that car seats with the ISOFIX fastening system cost a lot.

4. SURELATCH fastening system. This system is designed to minimize the disadvantages of ISOFIX. It also uses rigid brackets installed on the car body. But the counter fastening to them is made in the form of special straps. For greater stability, a third support point is provided. A securing strap extends from the top of the back of the child seat and is attached to a bracket on the body of the car or the back of the back of the adult seat.

This system prevents vibration from being transmitted to the child car seat and provides additional shock absorption. The belts are equipped with inertial tensioners. This allows you to fix the car seat without regularly adjusting the length of the belt.

How to place a chair for the greatest safety

Correct and safe installation of a child seat also depends on where to secure the device. There are several options:

1. On the right side of the rear sofa, behind the passenger. This place is considered quite safe. Statistically, this part of the car receives fewer impacts in the event of an accident. It is located in the opposite corner from the oncoming lane of cars. For ease of communication with your child, it is better to attach an additional mirror. You won't be able to see your baby in the main rearview mirror.

The rear right seat is also convenient because in this case the child will be picked up/dropped off from the sidewalk and not from the roadway. This is an additional safety factor.

2. On the left side of the rear sofa, behind the driver. Installing a child seat in the rear seat behind the driver has long been considered the safest. It is believed that in the event of an accident, the driver will automatically remove himself from the impact, and, therefore, the child will not be harmed. With this arrangement, it is convenient to monitor the baby using a traditional rearview mirror.

If the child's seat is placed behind the driver, the passenger sitting in front can easily reach it if necessary. But if the driver is alone with the child, then, if necessary, he will not be able to reach the baby. In addition, boarding/disembarking of a small passenger will take place directly from the roadway, and this is not always safe.

3. In the back seat, in the middle. This option is considered optimal today. According to the latest research conducted by specialists at the University of Buffalo, this position of a child seat is 16% safer than others. No matter from which side the blow comes, this place is located in the “indestructible” zone. Therefore, the child will suffer the least.

4. Sideways. Car seats have a special type of installation. Manufacturers recommend placing them in the back seat, with the head of the car located in the middle of the car. That is, the child will be perpendicular to the movement of the vehicle, with his feet towards the door.

Is it possible to put a chair in the front seat?

If the mother is driving, then in special cases it is permissible to place the cradle in the front seat. In this case, it is prohibited to install a child seat in the direction of travel.

It is important to carefully weigh the pros and cons here. Experts believe that the front passenger seat is the most dangerous place in the car. Indeed, in the event of an accident, the driver instinctively tries to get away from the impact and it is the right front part of the car that receives the greatest damage.

If there are no other installation options, experts recommend disabling the right airbag. If triggered, it may hit the car seat and harm the child. In addition, it is recommended to move the front seat back as far as possible.

Along or against?

It is important for parents to remember the rule: children under 1 year old should ride in a car exclusively backwards. This is due to the fact that the head of a small child is quite large and weighs a lot. At the same time, the cervical vertebrae are still quite weak and in the event of sudden braking they may not be able to cope with the load.

Older children can ride forward facing.

Installation steps: instructions

Each model is likely equipped with instructions for installing a child seat. If you study it carefully, there should be no problems with placing a child seat in the car. However, there are general principles that will help you cope with the task.

Here is a small installation diagram for a child seat with a traditional belt fastening:

1. Move the front seat forward as far as possible before starting work. This will free up more space and make it more convenient to work.
2. Place the car seat in the selected seat. Take the securing strap and pull it strictly along the intended area. Use the tips located on the chair itself, if there are any.
3. Using force, tighten the seat belt as much as possible.
4. Make sure the shoulder area of ​​the belt is also fastened.
5. Make sure that the belt runs exactly as indicated in the instructions. Do not let it come into contact with other parts of the chair. When braking sharply, the fastener may not withstand friction and spontaneously unfasten.
6. Attach the safety strap so that it is located in the middle of the small passenger's shoulder. If you attach it too high, it will move towards the neck area and become an additional threat. If the safety belt is fastened too low, it will simply slide off the child's shoulder and become ineffective.
7. When finished, give the car seat a firm tug. It is important to make sure that it is secured firmly. However, a little play is allowed.
8. Place your baby in the seat and fasten it tightly. Make sure that the seat belts do not twist or slip. Don't button it too tightly. 1-2 fingers should be placed between the child’s body and the belt.
9. If the child car seat has an additional fastening in the form of a top strap, lift the headrest, insert it into a special bracket and secure it to the back of the adult seat or to the body of the car.

According to safety standards, a child must travel under 12 years of age (36kg) in a car seat. The safety of a child in a collision with another car depends on this.

A child's car seat, like other baby things, needs to be washed or cleaned. This process is easy. But how to assemble a car seat correctly after washing is a problem, especially when the instructions are lost.

Step by step guide

This device is an indispensable item for parents who love to travel with small children.

You can wash the chair in. The main thing is to observe the temperature regime and not use the sports mode, jeans and other aggressive types of washing.

Assembling a child car seat usually goes without problems if you have instructions. If it's not there, you'll have to work hard.

Before disassembling the child seat, try to understand the mechanism for removing the cover and straps. Take photographs of the entire process. This will make it easier to put the child car seat back together.

Not everyone can handle quick installation; some take a week to assemble it. If you don’t want this to happen to you, don’t throw away the instructions or put them in a visible place where your baby can get to them. Keep this manual with all other documents.

How to reassemble a child car seat after washing?

Assembling a child car seat using the example of tarti trt un:

1. First you will need to put on the main cover. First, pull the top part tight and secure it. It is attached with Velcro on the back side.
2. Then put on the second part and do not forget to put on the seat belts. Straighten the cover and make sure it fits well.
3. Then you need to put the soft pad in place so that the slots for the belts are opposite each other.
4. Next, pass the central locking belt through them and secure it with a metal bracket (buckle, this is the point where the belts meet). Be sure to check whether this part is securely fixed.
5. The next step is to attach the top padding. Place it just above the bottom pad, opposite the shoulder strap slots.
6. Thread the shoulder straps and don't forget about the special pads to soften friction.
7. Pass the side five-point harnesses through the padded shoulder straps. They are threaded through the cover itself and the frame of the car seat. On the back side of the product, fasten them with a metal bracket, it can also be plastic, be careful not to break it.
8. Check the tension of the belts so that they are not too tight or, conversely, weak. They must ensure the safety of the child and prevent him from falling out.
9. Finally, connect the straps coming from the top of the back with the straps going through the front. The latter are also put on a metal retainer.

Now everyone knows how to assemble a car seat after washing. Then the product is fastened in. There shouldn't be any problems with this.

A similar assembly mechanism can be used for another washed car seat.

Only instead of Velcro, which hold the case in place and prevent it from twisting, there may be buttons or other mechanisms. The rest of the assembly is the same.

If even the detailed instructions did not help solve the problem, ask for help from friends who have disassembled and assembled this device for their child more than once.

Assembling the chair quickly and correctly is not a problem at all. Follow the procedure and everything will work out. And over time, it will not cause any trouble at all; you will assemble it in almost 5 minutes and without outside help.

It is very important to ensure the safety of children during the trip. But for this it is necessary to properly install the child seat. According to statistics, in 95 percent of cases it allows you to avoid injuries and injuries.

Unfortunately, if the child seat is installed incorrectly, the level of protection is significantly reduced. As a clear example, we can take another number. About 80 percent of parents buy expensive car seats, but install them incorrectly, resulting in zero efficiency.

Despite this, the designs of child seats are becoming more complex every year. As a result, it is quite difficult to understand the instructions, especially taking into account the fact that the design diagrams may differ from each other.

You can watch the installation of a child car seat in a car in the following video:

How to install a harness chair

Instructions and installation diagram

First, be sure to carefully study the instructions that should come with the kit. Believe me, the design of a child seat is not at all as simple as it seems at first glance.

Ideally, you should not install a car seat in the front seat. It is best to choose a seat in the back. The fact is that the airbag, which pops out of the front panel upon impact, can cause serious harm to the baby.

Attention! The most reliable place is considered to be the middle of the rear seat.

The child seat installation algorithm consists of the following steps:

1. Move the front seat out of the way so that it does not interfere with the installation.
2. Make room for installation and place the chair in the intended installation location.
3. Pull the seat belts over the intended area.
4. When tightening the straps, you need to apply maximum effort.
5. When the fixing elements are installed, check the shoulder area. It should be buttoned. It is this element that is responsible for fixing the seat.
6. Adjust the height of the guide. The belt should not be too high, because when jerking it can slide down into the neck area.
7. Once the chair is secure, apply some force and move it in different directions. It should hold tight. In this case, a small backlash is considered acceptable.
8. Have your child sit and check how the harness fits. The gap between the baby and the strap should be slightly more than two fingers.

According to existing safety regulations The child seat must be checked every time before the trip. You can see the installation details in the diagram below.

Attention! The play should not be more than two centimeters.

At the moment, the most popular design on the market is a child seat with three fixation points. It provides a high level of protection, and its price is affordable.

In some cases, it happens that the length of the strap that comes with the basic car kit is not enough to install a child seat in the car. In this case, you need to replace it with a longer one or choose a different chair model.

When installing the structure, special attention should be paid to the group to which the device belongs. The fact is that recommendations for installing chairs for children of different ages differ significantly. Let's take newborns, for example. They must be positioned facing the direction of traffic. Simply put, the baby should look back.

Nuances when installing a child seat in the front seat

It is usually recommended to install a child seat in the rear seat of a car. But this rule cannot always be followed. Let's say, if we are talking about a truck, then the only option is to install the structure in the middle of the front seat.

Attention! If you install a child seat in the front, be sure to turn off the airbag.

If you do not have the opportunity to turn off the airbag, then you can use one trick. It is enough to move the front seat back and install a child seat. This will protect your baby from a collision with the airbag.

Rules for installing a child car seat in the video:

What is the Isofix fastening system?

The automotive industry is developing extremely rapidly. Every day engines are improved, new modifications of transmissions and modern on-board control systems appear. Security also keeps up with the general trend.

Belts play a major role in passenger safety. They are the ones who secure the body during a collision, protecting a person from injury and from more dire consequences. But first of all, developers try to protect children from all kinds of dangers. An example of their work is the Isofix system.

The technology was invented in 1987, but still retains its uniqueness. Of course, over more than twenty years, scientists have made many modifications to the design, but the principle has remained unchanged.

The authorship of the invention belongs to the German concern Volkswagen. But the development was entrusted to the legendary manufacturer of child seats, Romer. The technology has become particularly widespread due to its simplicity and reliability. As a result, this standard has become a worldwide trend.

The effectiveness of the system is confirmed by the law passed in 2011. According to it, absolutely all cars produced after this date in Europe must have this system available.

The Isofix design is based on two steel hinges, which in their outline resemble the letter “P”. They are located at a distance of 280 mm from each other. The necessary rigidity is achieved thanks to the power frame that holds them together.

Attention! The power frame is located under the seat backs.

But the design of a child seat with the Isofix system is not limited to these structural elements. Not long ago, scientists made one important change that affected the level of safety and added work during installation.

Now, in order to ensure greater safety of the child seat, when installing, you need to remember about the anchor belt. This is an additional fixation point. In appearance it is a regular bow with a hook. It can be adjusted in length.

The third belt significantly reduces the load on the main fastening mechanisms. But its main purpose lies in reducing the force of the whiplash that occurs during an emergency stop or collision.

As an alternative to the anchor belt, a support can be used in the design of the child seat. Fortunately, its installation is not particularly difficult. Its main disadvantage is its lower reliability compared to the “anchor”.

The same task is performed by a special floor rest for seats installed in the direction of travel. It is not as effective as an anchor strap and makes the structure a little larger, but does not require additional mounting brackets in the vehicle.

When it comes to the Isofix system, one cannot ignore the group of seats for which it is and is not possible to install this system. First of all, if you do not use straps, then only group 0, 0+ and 1 have the ability to install.

If we are talking about the second and third groups, then the main fixation occurs thanks to belts. The Isofix system plays a secondary role, providing a more secure fit during installation.

Attention! Separately, we need to talk about universal devices with the Isofix system. They can be secured using simple straps with three fixation points.

If we take as an example the American safety standards that stipulate the use and installation of the Isofix system, then this is LATCH. In fact, this is the fastening standard for installing child seats.

Instructions for installing a chair with the Isofix system

The Isofix child seat is secured using two locks. Separately, it must be said that almost all technical parameters of hinges and fasteners are strictly regulated by European legislation. The installation algorithm itself is quite simple.

1. Find the staples. They are located at the base.
2. Pull two brackets to the brackets (they are located at the bottom).
3. To grip the staples, use the special “tabs.”

Important! A characteristic click will be a sign that you did everything correctly.

A child seat with anchor fixation has additional installation features. To achieve complete fixation of the structure, you need to hook the hook onto the bracket. It is located behind the back of the seat. In some cars it can be found in the luggage compartment or even on the ceiling. Fortunately, this does not affect reliability.

We install an Isofix child seat according to the LATCH standard

For installation, use a standard belt or a lower one. Use the option that provides the best hold. The car seat needs to be pressed firmly into the car seat. In this case, the structure should not move more than 2.5 centimeters.

According to this standard, an anchor strap must always be used. It is very important to hide the standard seat belts from children after installing the system. This will prevent kids from getting confused in them.

Attention! It is best to lock the belt tensioners when not in use.

The installation direction of the child car seat depends on the age of the child. For younger children - against the direction of travel, for older children - in the direction of travel. To check the reliability of the structure, you need to grab it where the belts go and pull it several times. The installation is easiest to do with two people.

As you can see, different systems have different installation systems. But it is worth noting that modern safety standards allow their combination. Moreover, when it comes to older children and the Isofix device, such a precaution is mandatory.

Correct installation of a child car seat in a car. Explanations of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan on video:

How to reassemble a car seat after washing? This is worth thinking about before you start cleaning or washing the seat cover, which ensures the safety of the baby who is in the car while driving. The special design allows the cover to be washed multiple times without damaging it. The visual appeal and integrity of the material can be preserved by proper washing using appropriate detergents. Assembling the car seat in compliance with all the recommendations given in the instructions makes it possible to avoid damage to the fabric and breakage of individual structural elements.

Before assembling a child seat for a car after washing, you need to familiarize yourself with the design features and remove the cover without damaging individual small parts and fasteners.

During operation, a large amount of dust accumulates on the surface of soft parts and belts and other contaminants appear. This can cause an allergic reaction in the baby.

Removing the case and straps is quite simple, but returning all the components to their places is not always possible. Therefore, some parents refuse to wash and are content with only superficial wet cleaning. However, such treatment is not enough to eliminate severe contamination and maintain the health of the little user at the proper level.

Before washing, you should carefully study the instructions, which provide clear instructions and describe the procedure for:

• with disassembling the device;
• removing the cover;
• belts

Some manufacturers do not care about the presence of this description, and therefore parents should write down or take step-by-step photographs before the first wash to remember the sequence of attaching individual parts. It is important to return all components to their previous position in strict sequence, otherwise there will be no reliable fixation of the small passenger in the seat for transporting him.

When thinking about how to reassemble a car seat after washing, it is important to understand how to attach the belts. If they are fixed at the right height, then the baby will be comfortable and comfortable, and the trip will be safer for him.

There are several holes on the back of the product into which shoulder seat belts can be threaded. This makes it possible to select the desired mounting height depending on the baby’s height.

The error will affect the condition of the little passenger during the trip:

It is important to pay attention to the position of the belts at the top point. The child's shoulders should be slightly lower than the shoulder belt holes located on the back of the car seat.

Correct selection of the height of fastening the seat belts of a child car seat guarantees not only the safety of the child, but also convenience during the journey.

After the shoulder straps have been removed, it is necessary to free the structure from the waist fastener. After washing, it must be returned to its original place, but before the shoulder straps are installed. Now you can remove the cover and the backing made of foam rubber.

After washing, the thoroughly dried components of the cover and seat belts must be returned to their original places, strictly following the sequence of actions specified in the attached instructions. If there is no manual, you should use your own notes or photos taken during disassembly of the structure.

It is important to remember that replacing the cover with any similar product is strictly prohibited. The cover is an integral part of the car seat; for each model it is made in accordance with the features of the device.

Washing is carried out only using special detergents or using a solution prepared from water and laundry soap. Do not use chlorine bleaches or other chemicals.

All actions associated with assembling a car seat after washing are performed in a certain order:

1. The cover intended for the base of the seat must be connected to the seat belts, aligned at all points where they should be fastened.
2. Pull the prepared cover onto the base of the seat, check the accuracy of all buttons and other fasteners.
3. Place the main cover on the back of the seat, carefully straighten it, spreading it along the sides of the structure. Fasten the existing buttons (most models of child car seats have 10 or more buttons).
4. Insert the shoulder straps so that they fit exactly into the grooves of the lower latch on the back side of the backrest. Don't forget to wear special pads designed to soften friction.
5. Thread the ends of the shoulder straps into the holes on the back of the car seat in accordance with the pre-selected height.