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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program This car seat is well padded and includes an extra removable insert of padding in the seat for maximum comfort
It's very sturdy, containing thick metal in key structural areas.
Once I did a dry run of all features, I found this to be an easy to use, convenient car seat.
The one and only aspect I don't like about the seat is the 'welt cord' trim that's at the neck line.
(like the trim on a sofa) it's very hard and will be very uncomfortable if a child isn't positioned just right.
I assume the manufacture expected this cord to be adjusted in the curve of the neck so it's not an issue.
SEAT PAD ~ The entire pad is removable from the plastic shell for cleaning.
Hand wash ~ air dry. (can not dry clean)
CUP HOLDER ~ Can be used on either side of seat.
The following 4 features took me a minute to figure out ~
~ 1. CHEST BUCKLE ~ There's nothing to press, to place chest clip mid-chest (even with armpits)
simply grasp the clip in it's center (thumb & index) and slide up / down the straps.
The button is only for opening the clip.
~ 2. UNBUCKLE HARNESS ~ I found the red button hard to press. Holding straps together with one hand
and pushing toward the buckle helps. When the button is pressed, the tongues sorta spring out.
~ 3. HARNESS RELEASE LEVER ~ Under flap. I first took this to be the plastic flange but it's not.
Just beyond that there's a metal lever that needs pushed straight forward & down.
~ 4. HEADREST HEIGHT ~ Loosen (by several inches) the 'harness release lever' (mentioned above) & the
'top anchorage strap' (center back of seat), then press both plastic headrest levers inwards towards each other,
pull up / down ~ for desired height. (Be sure the back metal bar is locked in a channel)
SIDE IMPACT TECHNOLOGY ~. This model features what 'Safety First' calls 'Air Protect side impact technology'
which is two step protection from violent side impacts.
The extra padding of these 'head muffs' are 2" thick & 7" in dia. which shields a child's head
and allows air to escape from the headrest, channeling the crash energy away from the child.
CRASH TRIVIA ~ Of crashes involving children 25% are side impact 33% of which are fatal -
nearly 100% of which are caused by head trauma.
INSTALLING IN AUTO ~ Two options, LATCH and VEHICLE SEAT BELTS (choose only one)
The LATCH system is preferred but can only be used in vehicles that have the LATCH anchors bars installed
and designated for LATCH seating. Most vehicles after Sept 2002 have the LATCH option.
If LATCH isn't an option ~~~ before you buy this car seat you may want to check your auto's owners manual
OR contact Dorel Juvenile Consumer Relations Dept to be sure your VEHICLE BELTS will work with this seat.
There are some vehicles that won't work with this child restraint seat, or will require extra steps.
INSTRUCTIONS ~ The instruction booklet is large print, with detailed illustration for each instruction.
It's 57 pages long, but the length is mainly do to lg print and spaciousness which is nice for notation.
42 pages are repeats of basic information, in accordance with various seat installations,
rear facing (must be fully reclined) forward facing (must be fully upright) LATCH or vehicle seat belt.
Completely in English, only.
PERTINENT INFORMATION ~ Basic, nut shell information is conveniently found on labels on back sides of seat.
TIP ~ Adjust all harnesses for a good fit for your child before installing in auto.
Place a single layered towel underneath & behind the child seat to protect it from damaging the auto's upholstery
A correct position for a child is determined by their height, weight and age.
Rear facing 5 point harness = 5 40 lbs & 19 40 inches tall & under one yr old.
Forward facing 5 point harness = 22 70 lbs & 34 -52 inches tall & over one yr old.
This seat is certified for use on aircraft, on forward facing seats.
The child restraint seat has an expiration date molded into the back side of the main plastic shell.
The one I received expires December 2021.
The seat I received is patented in USA & Canada ~ but imported by Dorel Juvenile Group, Columbus, Ind, from China.
One year warranty, but then can purchase replacement parts if needed.
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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program I'll spring for a "Made in USA" product whenever the price, quality, and features are in the ballpark of the competitors. Though the online description states that this product is made in the US, the label on the physical item says "made in China" and the importer is out of Quebec. If the mislabeling issue isn't a deal-breaker, then the Air 70 is a good choice. Here are the PROS and CONS as I see them:PROS
1. The instruction manual is pretty easy to follow (There aren't Spanish, Chinese, or French translations included in the booklet. Not saying it's good or bad, just unusual).
2. It has convenient stow points for the straps so everything is self-contained. This feature is handy if you take your car seat on airplanes or trains. [Just remember the seat weighs 18 pounds, so it is still no fun to carry around).
3. The "Mickey Mouse ears" that stick out of the sides guard against side impacts. Great if you get t-boned in a car accident.
4. The soft parts slip off the plastic frame. The removal/reinstall process doesn't look to be too hard, especially since unhooking the harness to free up the padding is a tool-free process.
5. The action on the tightening/loosening strap is good. The configuration is like a "y" so there is less fiddling when getting the chest straps centered on the child.
6. The action on the height adjustment is pretty good, though I had to read the directions to figure it out.
7. There is a detachable cup holder that mounts on either side and comes off easily if somebody is sitting next to the car seat.
CONS
1. Not "Made in the USA"
2. The side impact "Mickey Mouse ears" are not so great if your kid likes to look out the window.
The directions state that you can't recline the seat in the forward facing position. Seeing this big warning in the instruction manual makes me want to check my other car seat [a Britax model made in the USA] to see whether I missed something.
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Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program The safety 1st Complete is just that ... complete! You can get this car seat for a 5 lbs infant and use it until your child is 100 lbs! It is rear and front facing. The harness easily adjust to accommodate a growing baby.It has latches for easy installation and removal so you do not need to fight with seat belts! But the latch system also ensure safety, since you can secure it well even if you need to remove it and reinstall it. It is reassuring to know that it is secure. The harness system is very good as well. The baby can be comfortably placed into he seat with a loose harness, and then you can tighten upon securing. The child is secure, but the extra cushion and head support system will ensure ultimately safety in a crash.
The fabric is soft, like a velour, but will wipe clean with a wipe or paper towel. This also comes with a cup holder! So your little can put their own cup away, or you can easily store a bottle of milk.
I really love this car seat. I think it is a great buy, since you only will need this one for your child's car seat needs! I highly recommend!!
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