Child Safety Seat Ease of Use Ratings

 

Are All Seats Safe?
All car seats rated by NHTSA meet Federal Safety Standards & strict crash performance standards. While all rated seats are safe, they do differ in their ease of use in four basic catagories:

 

Evaluation of Instructions

Vehicle Installation Features

Evaluation of Labels

Securing the Child

 

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Orbit Baby Infant Car Seat G3 (RF)

 

 

Manufacturer  /  Model NameOrbit Baby Infant Car Seat G3
Model Number  /  Manufacture DateORB842300  /  Nov 20, 2013
Harness Type5-pt
Weight  /  Height4lb - 30lb / 19" - 32"
Evaluation of Labels 3 stars
There is no complete illustration of a properly restrained child next to the sizing information on the labels. No supplemental sizing information is given on the labels. Labels do not explain the use of LATCH attachments.
Evaluation of Instructions 5 stars
Supplemental sizing information is not given in the manual.
Securing the Child 4 stars
There is a head hugger or body pillow blocking the harness slots in the shell from being easily visible. The harness must be rethreaded to adjust height for the child's growth. While disassembling for cleaning, mandatory pieces may become loose and could be misplaced.
Installation Features 4 stars
The belt positioning feature is simple to use, but the caregiver may need to consult the owner's manual for more information. There are less than three levels of built-in recline available. LATCH attachments have buttons to depress for removal. There is no labeling to indicate which position the carrier handle should be in while the vehicle is in motion.
Overall Ease of Use Rating 4 stars

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