I also wish there were a bit more of a range, at least for older babies. When you have the proper recline, a little “paddle” aligns with the appropriate marker. My only complaint is that the indicator lines are so precise, it can sometimes be hard to tell if the paddle is completely aligned or not. There are two acceptable recline positions, one for babies under 22 pounds and one for babies over 22 pounds. The recline indicator is located on the top of the base, making it easily visible while installing. When storing LATCH, you do need to make sure the LATCH strap routes underneath the red tabs as noted below. (Normally the manual would store in the cubby, but I took it out so you could see the LATCH connectors.) The LATCH connectors store in the base, in their own little compartments under a small lid that also holds the user manual. I’m a big fan of efficient, visible LATCH storage, and this seat delivers. The PROsafe features premium, push-on style LATCH connectors, which make for an easy installation and uninstallation. The video below demonstrates how the recline mechanism works. It also helps to guarantee that the seatbelt actually gets locked! If you need to reduce the recline, just push the lever again while letting the base drop to the correct angle.īecause the lever doubles as a seatbelt lock-off, if you’re installing with a seatbelt you can tighten the belt and close the lock-off/recline handle as soon as you find the right angle. A seatbelt lock-off is always nice, especially in infant seat bases that can be prone to tipping when the shoulder belt is locked at the retractor. Then you push the larger portion of the lock-off toward the back of the vehicle seat and gently raise the base to let the recline foot drop. You simply put the base where you want it and open the red lock-off mechanism. The Hauck recline lever allows you to adjust the angle while the base sits right on the seat. If not, you have to remove the base again and keep guessing until you get it right. You set the base on the seat, but if it’s not at the correct angle, you have to move the base out of position and guess at how reclined to make it, then put it back in position, hoping you guessed correctly. With many seats, though, you need to do a lot of fiddling. It’s very important to have an infant seat reclined to the proper angle, and most infant seat bases have some form of built-in recline mechanism. The most unique feature of the Hauck PROsafe35 is the innovative recline lever that also serves as the seatbelt lock-off. Reversible (“warm” and “cool”) infant insert for use with babies 4-22 lbs.5-position aluminum handle that offers an anti-rebound position.Lots of EPP foam to help absorb energy and enhance side-impact protection in a crash.Two acceptable recline angles, one for babies under 22 lbs.Exterior width at widest part of base: 14.5″.Interior seating width: 9″ at bum, 11″ in shoulder area.Interior shell height: 21″ (1″ of clearance would allow a child’s bum-to-head height of 20″).Harness heights: 5.5″, 7″, 9″, 11″ (all measured without infant insert).Height limit: 32″ and at least 1″ of shell over the head. ![]() The PROsafe35 is Hauck’s first foray into the US carseat market. They are an established manufacturer of juvenile products in Europe where they offer carseats, strollers, high chairs and portable cribs. Hauck is a German company that has been in business for over 90 years. Now the wait is over, and the Hauck PROsafe35 (and the similar iCoo iGuard 35) are available in the United States. ![]() We were first introduced to Hauck’s rear-facing-only infant seat at the ABC Expo in Las Vegas, and we’ve been anxiously awaiting its release ever since.
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