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User’s Guide
Multi-Positioning Seat

2Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat: User’s Guide
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Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat: User’s Guide 3
Table of Contents
What is a Special Tomato™
Story behind the brand 4
Setting Up Your MPS*
Unpack 5
Assembly 5
Footrest Assembly 6
Adjustments 7
MPS Optional Accessories
Mobile Floor Base 9
Customize Your Size Cushions 9
Install Replacement Cushions 10
Tray 11
Push Chair Base 11
Car Seat Installation**
Safety Information 12
Car Seat Installation 15
LATCH Belt 16
Lap/Shoulder Belt 17
Lap Belt 20
Aircraft Installation 21
5-Point Harness 22
Securing Your Child 23
Consumer Information Maintenance 24
Warranty 24
Please Note: Special Tomato™ products are latex-free.
*MPS = Multi-Positioning Seat
**All users MUST read and understand this instruction manual before using this product. Store instruction
manual in pocket on back of MPS so that it can be consulted at any point to ensure proper use!

4Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat: User’s Guide
Peggy, Tim and
Carrie Bergeron
(from left to right)
The Story Behind the Brand
Special Tomato™ is Tim Bergeron’s latest product line. He has over 40 years of experience designing, building,
and selling adaptive positioning equipment, including founding the Tumble Forms® product line as its original
designer. Tim has coupled his design experience with a new manufacturing process that provides soft durable,
impermeable cushions for positioning children with special needs. The first Special Tomato™ Brand Product is
the Multi-Positioning Seat.
Now you may be asking, “What’s so Special about Tomatoes?” Tim is pictured here with his youngest daughter,
Carrie, a young adult with Down syndrome. Carrie’s story, “The Special Tomato”, summarizes what Tim believes
that most parents feel about their child with special needs.
“Every child is special in their own unique way. It’s a parent’s job to find ways to facilitate their child’s growth in a
way that includes them equally within the family and community.” For children with physical disabilities, adaptive
equipment can play an important role in helping them reach their highest functioning level.
The Special “Tomato” on the Bergeron Bush
My dad and mom had four children. The first three children were healthy and regular people. Then I came
along, a baby with a dierence, Down Syndrome. I had a hole in my heart, a rip in my heart valve, jaundice, a
big tongue and a wobbly head. As I got older I also realized that I am a slow learner. One day it was bothering
me that I was having a hard time doing my school work. I told my dad about this problem and he shared a story
about when he was out in his garden picking tomatoes the year I was born. Every year my dad grows a garden
and loves to plant tomatoes.
At harvest time there were Beefsteak tomatoes on a bush. When he saw a dierently shaped tomato it got his
attention. It had a large, smooth, bright red enlarged side that made my dad want to pick it up and study the
bump because it was so unique and looked appetizing. At supper, that tomato was just as juicy as the others.
Even though I’m dierent like the tomato as a person with Down Syndrome, my family and friends love me even
more and want to help me when I need it. My dad tells me that even though I have more diculty learning than
my brother and sisters, my lovable and outgoing personality and strong character make me just as special as
they are. I guess I am the special “tomato”on our family’s bush!
-Carrie Bergeron

Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat: User’s Guide 5
Setting Up Your MPS
Unpack
Check to see that the following items are included
with your Multi-Positioning Seat (MPS):
· Seat Shell
· Head Cushion installed
· Headrest Tether Strap
· Back Cushion installed
· Seat Cushion installed
· Two Safety Attachment Straps installed
· Five Point Harness System installed
· Top Tether Strap
· LATCH Strap (Small MPS only)
· Left and Right Leg Rest Extensions
· 2 Leg Rest GROOVED Knobs (1 3/16”)
· 2 Footrest BALL Knobs (1 1/2”)
· Footrest with 2 Foot Straps
Assembly
First attach the MPS to the appropriate base of choice with the
Attachment Straps. If purchased as a car seat, skip to page 7.
Figure 1. Figure 2a. Figure 3.
Figure 2b.
Mobile Floor Base
- Secure tightly the Rear Strap
under lip of Mobile Floor Base
- Secure tightly the Bottom Strap
under Mobile Floor Base
between both sets of wheels
Figure 1.
Standard Chair
- Secure tightly the Rear Strap
around back of chair (spiral
method below or straight
method in Figure 1.)
- Secure tightly the Bottom Strap
under seat of chair Figure 3.
- Note: Make sure the chair is
stable!
Push Chair Base
- Secure tightly the Rear Strap
around back of Push Chair Base,
between the fabric and the
cross bars Figure 2a.
- Secure tightly the Strap under
Push Chair Base under the seat
making sure to thread between
the seat back frame and the
front leg frame Figure 2b.
These items are not
included when the
MPS is purchased
in the Car Seat
configuration only.

6Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat: User’s Guide
Setting Up Your MPS
Footrest Assembly
Your Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat (MPS) comes partially assembled for your convenience.
1. Insert both ends of the Leg Rest Extensions into the corresponding holes in the front of the seat shell.
2. Make sure to insert the leg rests far enough so that the Leg Rest GROOVED Knobs (1 3/16”) go
through one of the three corresponding holes in the leg rests, giving the appropriate depth for your
child. Figure 4.
3. Tighten the 2 Leg Rest GROOVED Knobs (1 3/16”). Overtightening is not necessary! Turn it until you
feel resistance. There is a block to prevent tightening it too much.
4. Place the footrest at the appropriate height, depth, and angle for your child. Figure 5.
5. Insert the 2 Footrest BALL Knobs (1 1/2”) into one of the three appropriate holes on the side of the
footrest. These Footrest BALL Knobs (1 1/2”) should be tight!
Figure 4.
Figure 5.
Please Note: It is NOT necessary to overtighten any of the knobs.
They are designed to hold with a SNUG fit!

Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat: User’s Guide 7
Seat Cushion
Uses hook and loop strips plus our track
system for easy adjustment. Under the Seat
Cushion are three guide lines. Figure 7a. The
middle line positions the hips at 90°. The top
line provides 15° of Hip Extension. The bottom
line provides 15° of Hip Flexion. Our Hip Flex™
Adjustment provides 15° of Hip Flexion or 15°
of Hip Extension without recline. Align the top
of the seat cushion along the selected line for
hip positioning. Figure 7b.
Foot Rest
Provides maximum adjustment allowing for
height, depth, and angle adjustability. hook
and loop straps secure your child’s feet to
the footrest for proper positioning. Figure
8a. Adjust the depth of the footstraps as
needed. Figure 8b.
Head Cushion and Back Cushion
Adjust up and down easily. Hook and loop
strips and our track reference mark system
allow you to quickly reposition the modular
cushions to fit your child. Figure 6.
Setting Up Your MPS
Adjustments
The Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat
provides a comfortable and adjustable
seating surface for your child. The durability
of this unique product along with built-
in adjustability allow for years of use as
it grows with your child. Adjustability is
accomplished as follows:
Figure 7b.
15° of Hip Flexion Neutral Hip neutre 15° of Hip Extension
Figure 6.
Figure 8b.
Figure 7a.
105°
90°
75°
Figure 8a.

8Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat: User’s Guide
Setting Up Your MPS
Adjustments
Five-Point Harness: Provides comfort and adjustment
needed to properly support and position your child.
Figure 9a.
To adjust the Five-Point Harness, remove the black covers
from the shoulder straps. Press in the gray button. Figure
9b. Pull the top strap to tighten. Figure 9c. Pull the bottom
strap to loosen. Figure 9d.
Figure 9a.
Figure 9b. Figure 9c. Figure 9d.
Lap Strap
Press the center red button to release both
sides of the lap strap. Re-insert each metal
buckle into the corresponding socket to
secure the lap strap portion of the 5-point
harness. Figure 10.
Figure 10.

Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat: User’s Guide 9
Figure 12.Figure 11.
Customize Your Size
When you order your MPS you can order from several size cushions to make the MPS your own! Figure 14.
Cushions vary in size to accommodate children as early as 9 months to young adult.
Figure 14. Note: (MS) = MPS Small, (ML) = MPS Large,
MPS Optional Accessories
Mobile Floor Base
1. Complete with four swivel casters. Figure 11.
2. Rear casters have foot-operated locks. Figure 12.
3. Tray Storage in rear of Mobile Floor Base. Stays secure with metal brackets. Figure 13.
Figure 13.
Headrests
MHS and MHL headrests fit (MS) and (ML) shells.
MHL (w/ Laterals)MHS (Standard)
7.5"W × 6.5"H 7"W × 6"H
Back Cushions
MS2, MS4, ML2 back cushions fit (MS) shell. ML2, ML4 back cushions fit (ML) shell.
MS4
9"W × 11"H
MS2
8"W × 8.5"H
ML2 ML4
10"W × 11"H
11"W × 13"H
MS1 MS5MS3 MS7
13"W × 17"D
13"W × 15"D
12"W × 13"D
11"W × 11"D
ML1 ML5ML3 ML7
10"W × 12"D
10"W × 10"D
9"W × 8"D
7"W × 6"D
Seat Cushions
MS seat cushions fit (MS) shell. ML seat cushions fit (ML) shell.

10 Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat: User’s Guide
MPS Optional Accessories
Installing Replacement Cushions
Switching Seat Cushions:
1 - Unclip crotch strap and pull down through hole in seat cushion. Figure 15a.
2 - Remove seat cushion.
3 - Verify that the 5-Point Harness Clip is securely fastened. Push small metal clip
through slot of large metal clip to secure the 5-Point Harness. Figure 15b.
4 - Test it by pulling on both straps to make sure that they stay connected. Figure 15c.
5 - Place new cushion in seat shell.
6 - Pull crotch strap back up through seat cushion. Figure 15d.
Figure 15b.
Figure 15c.
Figure 15a.
Figure 15d.

Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat: User’s Guide 11
Figure 16. Figure 17. Figure 18. Figure 19a.
Figure 20.
Figure 19b.
MPS Optional Accessories
Tray
Tray items include:
1 Tray, 2 Tray Risers, 2 Tray Riser BALL Knobs (1 1/2”), 2 Washers
1 - Secure both Tray Risers to the Seat Shell at desired angle with the attached
hook and loop strips. Figure 16.
2 - Place Washers on BALL Knobs (1 1/2”) and insert them into the corresponding slot
and hole. Tighten both BALL Knobs (1 1/2”). Figure 17. (Not necessary to over tighten.)
3 - Place the Tray on the Tray Risers considering the appropriate amount of depth for your child.
Use the hook and loop flap to secure the Tray to the Tray Risers. Figure 18.
4 - To remove the tray, first pull up on the hook and loop flap. Figure 19a. Second, pull the
tray o by holding onto the curved sides and rotating one side towards you. Figure 19b.
5 - The Tray Risers can remain on the Seat Shell. Figure 20.
Push Chair Base
If you have purchased the MPS Push Chair Base,
you will receive a separate manual with your MPS Push Chair Base.

12 Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat: User’s Guide
Car Seat Installation
Safety Information
The Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat is designed to provide proper positioning in sitting for
children and young adults with special needs. This child restraint system conforms to all applicable
Federal motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS). However, the FMVSS #213 addresses child
restraints for children up to 65 pounds (29 kilograms). For children and young adults over 65 pounds,
the vehicle belt is typically sucient for restraint. For those children and young adults over 65
pounds that need positioning support to maintain a sitting position in a vehicle, the Small and Large
Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seats full weight range limits were designed and tested in the spirit
and intent of FMVSS No. 213. With proper installation and use, the Small & Large Special Tomato™
Multi-Positioning Seats provide a safe positioning system for your child or young adult.
The SMALL Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat is designed for use only by children who weigh
between 20 and 80 pounds (9 and 36 kilograms) and whose height is between 32.5 and 50 inches
(82.5 and 127 centimeters) for Type I & Type II belts. The LATCH Belt is designed for children who
weight between 20 and 40 pounds (9 and 18 kilograms).
The LARGE Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat is designed for use only by children with a
max weight of 130 lbs (59 kilograms) and whose height is between 50 and 63 inches (127 and 160
centimeters).
Child restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register this restraint to be reached
in a recall. Send your name, address and the restraint’s model number and manufacturing date to:
Bergeron Health Care, 15 South Second St, Dolgeville, NY 13329 or call 1-866-529-8407 (315-429-
8407). For recall information, call the U.S. Government’s Auto Safety Hotline at 1-800-424-9393
(202-366-0123 in DC area).
Note: The tray and footrest are not part of the Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat child restraint
system as tested to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213. Those accessories are designed
for use while not in the vehicle.
WARNING! Failure to follow each of the following instructions can result in your child striking the
vehicle’s interior during a sudden stop or crash. Secure this child restraint with a vehicle belt as
specified in this instruction booklet and printed on the seat back.
Snugly adjust the belts provided with this child restraint around your child.
Secure the top anchorage strap provided with this child restraint as specified in this instruction
booklet.

Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat: User’s Guide 13
Car Seat Installation
Safety Information (Continued)
1) Verify that the restraint is secure to your vehicle before placing your child in the MPS each time
you use it.
2) The 5-Point Harness will need to be adjusted to accommodate dierent clothing
(i.e. - winter vs. summer clothing).
3) Refrain from leaving the child restraint in direct sunlight for long periods of time. The metal
buckles can become hot enough to burn.
4) When not in use, store in a safe place. Do not place heavy objects on the child restraint for
storage.
5) To avoid injury due to hidden damage or deterioration, no longer use the system after six years or
if it has been in a crash.
6) According to the National Highway Trac Safety Administration, the safest place to put your child
in a restraint system in your vehicle is in the rear seat. DO NOT place a child in the front seat of the
vehicle that has an airbag unless the airbag has been turned o. The impact of an airbag on a child
can cause SERIOUS INJURY, and even DEATH.
7) Make sure all users of this restraint understand all information in this booklet.
8) Install this child restraint in a FORWARD FACING vehicle seat ONLY! Never install in a vehicle seat
that faces sideways or backwards!
9) Secure this child restraint with the vehicle belts even when there is not a child in the restraint. In
the event of a crash, an unsecured child restraint could injure vehicle occupants if it moves.
10) The Headrest Tether MUST remain secure when using the MPS as a child restraint.
11) Children should not be left in a vehicle alone for any length of time.
12) Do not disassemble or change this child restraint in any manner, except those steps described in
this booklet.
13) If your vehicle seats fold forward, make sure they are latched before installing this child restraint.
14) Do not let children play with this child restraint.

14 Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat: User’s Guide
Car Seat Installation
Safety Information (Continued)
15) Do not place anything between the vehicle seat and the child restraint to raise the height of the
child restraint. In the event of an accident, the object could slip and disrupt the stability of the child
restraint.
16) Primary protection for occupants of a vehicle comes from the vehicle itself in the event of an
accident. Child restraints will not completely protect a child in the event of a serious impact.
The role of the child restraint, when properly installed, is to significantly improve the chance for
survival in most crashes.
17) Unless specified by your vehicle’s manufacturer, assume that the vehicle LATCH anchor limit
is 40 pounds (18 kilograms).
18) Carry your child restraint by the hard seat shell. Do NOT carry it by the 5-Point Harness to prevent
damage.
19) The child restraint Top Tether Strap MUST be used at all times in a vehicle.
20) There is a 6-year Expiration Date for the MPS Car Seat and the MPS Push Chair Kits for use
during transportation! The MPS Seat itself can be used beyond 6 years with the Wooden Mobile
Base or attached to a standard chair for more than 6 years!

Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat: User’s Guide 15
Vehicle Installation Method Small MPS Large MPS
LATCH Belt and Tether 20 - 40 lbs. (9 -18 kg) Not Applicable
Lap / Shoulder Belt and Tether 20 - 80 lbs. (9 - 36 kg)* Max wt. 130 lbs. (59 kg)
Lap Belt and Tether 20 - 80 lbs. (9 - 36 kg)* Max wt. 130 lbs. (59 kg)
* Use these methods for children between 20 - 40 lbs. if your vehicle is not equipped with the LATCH mechanism.
Car Seat Installation
The Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat Car Seat comes with several standard safety
features. See Figures 21 and 22.
Please fill out the registration card and mail it in today!
Child restraints could be recalled for safety reasons at any time. In case of a recall, we
can reach you only if we have your name and address, so please send in the registration
card today to be on our recall list.
This restraint is certified for use in aircraft.
Use the following chart to decide which vehicle installation method is required for your child.
Figure 21.
(Front View)
Figure 22.
(Rear View)
Head Cushion
Tether Strap Instruction
Booklet / Holder
Adjustable
Tether Strap
and Hook
Back Cushion
Seat Cushion
LATCH Strap
LATCH Strap
Attachment Strap
Crotch Strap
5-Point
Harness
5-Point
Harness
Strap
Shoulder
Strap Covers
Attachment
Strap

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Car Seat Installation
Belt and Tether Installation
PLEASE NOTE: The Tether Strap MUST be used with ALL Belt Configurations to secure
your Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat Car Seat to your vehicle:
LATCH Belt and Tether Installation - Small MPS Only
1 - Verify that your vehicle is equipped with LATCH anchors (Figure 26 - shown with LATCH strap).
Consult your vehicle manual to locate the exact position of the LATCH anchors.
2 - Verify that your vehicle is equipped with a Tether anchor. Refer to Steps 1 -5 on Page 17.
3 - Verify that the 5-Point Harness is secured. See page 23 for details.
4 - Install the MPS with the LATCH Belt & top Tether Strap. Figure 27.
5 - Snap both LATCH belt buckle into corresponding LATCH anchors until you hear an audible
“Click” for each buckle. Figure 28.
6 - Place your knee in the MPS, bearing weight on the seat, to make it fit snuggly to your vehicle.
Pull tightly until slack is removed from LATCH adjuster strap. Figure 29.
*****
SEE NEXT PAGE
TO COMPLETE
INSTALLATION PROCESS!
*****
Figure 23.
Figure 26. Figure 28.Figure 27. Figure 29.
Figure 24. Figure 25.
Vehicle Installation Method Small MPS Large MPS
LATCH Belt and Tether 20 - 40 lbs. (9 -18 kg) Not Applicable
Lap / Shoulder Belt and Tether 20 - 80 lbs. (9 - 36 kg)* Max wt. 130 lbs. (59 kg)
Lap Belt and Tether 20 - 80 lbs. (9 - 36 kg)* Max wt. 130 lbs. (59 kg)
* Use these methods for children between 20 - 40 lbs. if your vehicle is not equipped with the LATCH mechanism.
1 - LATCH Belt and Tether.
Figure 23.
2 - Lap / Shoulder Belt
and Tether. Figure 24.
3 - Lap Belt and Tether.
Figure 25.

Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat: User’s Guide 17
Car Seat Installation
Lap / Shoulder Belt and Tether Installation
1 - Identify your vehicle’s Lap/Shoulder Belt. Figure 36.
2 - Verify that your vehicle is equipped with a Tether anchor. Refer to Steps 1 -5 on page 19.
3 - Verify that the 5-Point Harness is secured. See Page 23 for details.
4 - Install the MPS with the Lap/Shoulder Belt & top Tether Strap. Figure 37.
5 - Thread the Lap/Shoulder Belt from the front to the back through the slot in the seat shell located between
the seat and back cushions. Figure 38.
6 - Thread the Lap/Shoulder Belt across the back of the seat shell.
7 - Thread the Lap/Shoulder Belt from the back to the front through the opposite slot in the seat shell
located between the seat and back cushions. Figure 39.
8 - Buckle the Lap/Shoulder Belt, making sure you hear an audible “Click.” Figure 40.
9 - Place your knee in the MPS, bearing weight on the seat, to make it fit snuggly to your vehicle.
Pull tightly until slack is removed from Lap / Shoulder Belt. Figure 41.
Figure 36.
Figure 39.
Figure 37.
Figure 40.
Figure 38
Figure 41.
*****
SEE NEXT PAGE
TO COMPLETE
INSTALLATION PROCESS!
*****
Vehicle Installation Method Small MPS Large MPS
LATCH Belt and Tether 20 - 40 lbs. (9 -18 kg) Not Applicable
Lap / Shoulder Belt and Tether 20 - 80 lbs. (9 - 36 kg)* Max wt. 130 lbs. (59 kg)
Lap Belt and Tether 20 - 80 lbs. (9 - 36 kg)* Max wt. 130 lbs. (59 kg)
* Use these methods for children between 20 - 40 lbs. if your vehicle is not equipped with the LATCH mechanism.

18 Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat: User’s Guide
Car Seat Installation
Lap / Shoulder Belt and Tether Installation - Continued
1 - Verify that your MPS has the Tether Strap attached correctly. If not, follow steps 2 - 5 before continuing
with the installation.
2 - Face MPS Seat Back to you. Thread loop end of Tether Strap up through left shoulder slot. Figure 42.
3 - Thread loop end of Tether Strap down through right shoulder slot. Figure 43.
4 - Thread Tether hook through loop end of Tether Strap. Figure 44.
5 - Pull hook end of Tether Strap taut. Figure 45.
6 - Now that the Tether Strap is attached correctly, verify tha the Lap / Shoulder belt is secured and tight.
7 - Hook the Tether hook to the vehicle anchor. Figure 46.
8 - If your vehicle does NOT have a Tether anchor, install the Tether Anchor with hardware provided in
this order: Figure 47. - A) 3/8” bolt, B) Small Washer, C) Tether Anchor, D) Large Washer E) Lock Washer,
and F) Nut. Please note: Please contact your vehicle manufacturer to determine the best place to install
the Tether Anchor in your vehicle.
Figure 42. Figure 43. Figure 44.
Figure 45. Figure 46.
Lap / Shoulder Belt and Tether Removal
To remove the restraint, depress the red release button on the Lap / Shoulder buckle. Release the top Tether
anchor to completely detach the restraint from the vehicle.
A B C D E F
Figure 47.

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Car Seat Installation
Lap Belt and Tether Installation
1 - Identify your vehicle’s Lap Belt. Figure 48.
2 - Verify that your vehicle is equipped with a Tether anchor. Refer to Steps 1-5 on page 20.
3 - Verify that the 5-point Harness is secured. See page 21 for details.
4 - Install the MPS with Lap Belt and top Tether Strap. Figure 49.
5 - Thread the Lap Belt from the front to the back through the slot in the seat shell located between the
seat and back cushions. Figure 50.
6 - Thread the Lap Belt across the back of the seat shell.
7 - Thread the Lap Belt from the back to the front through the opposite slot in the seat shell located
between the seat and back cushions. Figure 51.
8 - Buckle the Lap Belt, making sure you hear an audible “Click.” Figure 52.
9 - Place your knee in the MPS, bearing weight on the seat, to make it fit snuggly to your vehicle. Pull tightly
until slack is removed from Lap Belt.
***** SEE NEXT PAGE TO COMPLETE INSTALLATION PROCESS! ******
Figure 51. Figure 52.
Figure 48. Figure 49. Figure 50.

20 Special Tomato™ Multi-Positioning Seat: User’s Guide
Car Seat Installation
Lap Belt and Tether Installation - Continued
1 - Verify that your MPS has the Tether Strap attached correctly. If not, follow steps 2 - 5 below before
continuing with the installation.
2 - Face MPS Seat Back to you. Thread loop end of Tether Strap up through left shoulder slot. Figure 53.
3 - Thread loop end of Tether Strap down through right shoulder slot. Figure 54.
4 - Thread Tether hook through loop end of Tether Strap. Figure 55.
5 - Pull hook end of Tether Strap taut. Figure 56.
6 - Now that the Tether Strap is attached correctly, verify that the Lap belt is secured and tight.
7 - Hook the Tether hook to the vehicle anchor. Figure 57.
8 - If your vehicle does NOT have a Tether anchor, install the Tether Anchor with the hardware provided
in this order: Figure 58. A) 3/8” bolt, B) Small Washer, C) Tether Anchor, D) Large Washer
E) Lock Washer, and F) Nut.
Please note: The vehicle body goes between the Tether Anchor and the Large Washer with the Large washer
directly underneath the vehicle body.
Lap Belt and
Tether Removal
To remove the restraint, depress the
red release button on the Lap Strap
buckle. Release the top Tether anchor
to completely detach the restraint
from the vehicle.
Figure 53. Figure 54. Figure 55. Figure 56.
Figure 57.
A B C D E F
Figure 58.
Please note: Contact your
vehicle manufacturer to
determine the best place to
install the Tether Anchor in
your vehicle.
Vehicle Installation Method Small MPS Large MPS
LATCH Belt and Tether 20 - 40 lbs. (9 -18 kg) Not Applicable
Lap / Shoulder Belt and Tether 20 - 80 lbs. (9 - 36 kg)* Max wt. 130 lbs. (59 kg)
Lap Belt and Tether 20 - 80 lbs. (9 - 36 kg)* Max wt. 130 lbs. (59 kg)
* Use these methods for children between 20 - 40 lbs. if your vehicle is not equipped with the LATCH mechanism.