What does R44 mean?

An orange ECE R44/04 approval label guarantees that the car seat complies with the basic safety requirements as set out in the European safety standard ECE R44.

How do I know when my Maxi-Cosi expires?

Finding your seat’s expiration date is easy enough – on most car seats, it can be found either on a sticker on the seat itself or in the manual. Maxi-Cosi products have a sticker on the back of the seat with the manufacture date, and the lifespan is in the manual.

What does ECE compliant mean?

ECE – Created by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe. ECE versions feature front position functions. ECE-compliant guarantees your lights are compliant in the European Union and in non-European countries that have adopted ECE Regulations for visibility, durability, and reliability.

How long can a baby stay in Maxi-Cosi CabrioFIx?

The lightweight Maxi-Cosi CabrioFix infant carrier is suitable from birth to 13 kg (approx. 12 months) and only weighs 3.6 kg, making it one of the lightest infant carriers.

Is my car seat I-size?

Here are the height measurements if you’re considering an i-Size car seat: i-Size baby – Newborn to 85cm (0 to around 15 or 18 months) i-Size baby and toddler – Newborn to 105cm (0 to 4 years) i-Size toddler and child – 61cm to 105cm (15 months to 4 years)

How long can you use a Maxi-Cosi car seat for?

10-year
Maxi-Cosi: Car seats are designed for 10-year use but don’t expire. Recaro: six years. Safety 1st: six to eight years, depending on the model.

Is ECE better than dot?

ECE certification is the most up-to-date current standard and it is recognized in most countries. The ECE testing and overall requirements are more rigorous than DOT testing. The Snell Memorial Foundation standard requires multiple impact resistance in the same location.

What is ECE R44 04 compliant?

When can a baby be in a car seat longer than 2 hours?

Many car seat manufacturers recommend that a baby should not be in a car seat for longer than 2 hours, within a 24 hour time period. This is because when a baby is in a semi-upright position for a prolonged period of time it can result in: 1. A strain on the baby’s still-developing spine.

Can a 3 month old baby travel by car?

It is considered safe to travel when the baby is about 3 months old. His delicate immune system would have developed some more resistance by then.