Introduction

With its adaptable and dependable design, the Graco 1963973 Booster Car Seat is made to grow with your child. It fits kids weighing 40 to 100 pounds and standing 40 to 57 inches tall, and it can be used as a high-back or backless booster. This booster seat has an adjustable headrest for a snug fit, an integrated cup holder for enhanced convenience, and EPS energy-absorbing foam for efficient impact control. Ensuring your child's safety and comfort on every journey, the Graco 1963973 meets and surpasses all U.S. safety regulations. It is a great option for active families because of its lightweight construction, which makes it simple to move between cars.

Detailed Specifications

The Graco 1963973 Booster Car Seat boasts several key features that make it a top choice for parents. These include:

Rigorously crash tested to meet or exceed US safety standards
Lightweight and portable, with a handy carry handle
Adjustable armrests for added comfort
Multi-layer headrest for optimal head and neck support
Seat belt guides to help position the vehicle seat belt properly
Easy to clean with removable and washable seat pad
Available in various colors and patterns to suit your style

Description

The Graco 1963973 Booster Car Seat has an adjustable headrest and arms that can be changed to fit your child's size and needs. This makes the ride safe and comfortable for your child. The seat belt guides make sure that the seat belt is in the right place, and the fact that it is small and portable makes it easy to move from one car to another. The seat pad can be taken off and washed, which makes cleaning and maintaining it easy and gives parents peace of mind.

Parts List

Adult assembly required.
Tool required: Philips screwdriver

on certain models

Assembling the Booster Seat

Step 1: Insert armrest into base as shown until buttons snap into slots on side of base.
Step 2: Select the desired armrest height for your child, then insert the height adjustment screw and tighten. Repeat for other armrest.
Step 3: To adjust armrests, remove screw and press in button on side of base as shown to raise or lower. Reinsert screw and tighten. CHECK to make sure armrests are securely attached by pulling up on them.
Step 4: Slip armrest covers (on certain models) onto armrests as shown.
Step 5: Your Graco booster seat is now ready to use. See page 33, “Securing Child in Vehicle with Shoulder Belt Positioning Clip”.
FOR MODELS with a back support continue on to Step 6.
Step 6: On certain models, your lower back support pad may not be attached to the back support. Place lower back support pad around edges of support as shown. Then fasten lower elastic strap to the metal hook on the other side of the seat pad. If your lower back support pad is already attached go to Step 6a.
Step 6a: Flip head support and lower back support over as shown.
Step 7: Squeeze red adjustment button and slide two pieces together until they snap into place. CHECK to make sure two pieces are securely snapped together by pulling on them.
Step 8: Attach elastic strap to metal hook on other side of seat pad as shown. If your elastic strap is already attached you can skip to Step 9.
Step 9: Flip seat over and insert the fabric from the head support underneath the fabric on the lower back support as shown. To make insertion of fabric easier, slide the upper and lower back pieces apart by squeezing the red adjustment button.
Step 10: Attach backrest to base. “U”-shaped hooks on bottom of backrest will interlock with bars on base. Make sure that no part of the seat covering interferes when attaching backrest to the base.
Step 11: Once backrest is securely attached to the base, push backrest up as shown.
Step 12: Your Graco booster seat is now ready to use. See page 23-30, “Using your Graco Booster Seat” and “Securing Your Child in Vehicle”.

Weight and Height Limits

Warning: FAILURE TO USE booster seat in a manner appropriate for your child's size may increase the risk of serious injury or death. To use this Graco booster seat, your child MUST meet ALL of the following requirements:

With back support (approximately 3 to 10 years old)

Weigh between 30 and 100 lbs (mass between 13.6 and 45 kg), and
Are between 38 and 57 inches (96 and 145 cm) in height, and
The shoulder belt MUST lie across child’s shoulders in the red zone as shown and the lap portion is positioned low on the child’s hips, and
The child’s ears are below top of booster seat. If tops of ears are above top of seat, your child is too large for the booster seat.

Without back support (approximately 4 to 10 years old)

Weigh between 40 and 100 lbs (mass between 18 and 45 kg), and
Are between 40 and 57 inches (101 and 145 cm) in height, and
The shoulder belt MUST lie across child’s shoulders in the red zone as shown and the lap portion is positioned low on the child’s hips, and
When sitting on the booster seat, your child’s ears are below the top of the vehicle seat cushion / head rest.

Your Graco booster seat can be used with or without the back support (on certain models) as long as the above requirements are met.

Using your Graco Booster Seat

Warning: FAILURE TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR CHILD AND THE BOOSTER SEAT IN YOUR VEHICLE INCREASES THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH IN THE EVENT OF A SHARP TURN, SUDDEN STOP OR CRASH.

WARNING

Use only the vehicle’s lap and shoulder belt system when restraining the child in this booster seat.
NEVER use a vehicle lap-only belt across the front of the child.
Vehicle belts MUST lie flat against the child and MUST not be twisted.
DO NOT use shoulder belt loose or positioned under the child’s arm.
DO NOT position vehicle belt over top of the armrests. It must pass underneath the armrests.
Make sure the vehicle belt is NOT twisted.
Lap portion of lap/shoulder belt MUST be low and snug on hips, just touching thighs.
DO NOT allow child to slide down in the booster seat.
If the child will not keep the vehicle restraint properly positioned, DO NOT use this booster seat. Use a different child restraint system.
Vehicle seat headrest must not interfere with booster seat head support. The front of booster seat MUST NOT hang over the front of the vehicle seat. The back of the booster seat MUST fit tight against the vehicle seat back as shown.

Cupholders

Cupholders are included on both sides of the seat.

Instruction Sheet Storage

Your instruction sheet can be stored on the bottom of the seat as shown.

Care and Maintenance

CONTINUOUS USE OF BOOSTER SEAT MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO VEHICLE SEAT.

Use a booster seat mat, towel or thin blanket to protect upholstery.
METAL AND PLASTIC PARTS: clean with mild soap and cool water. No bleach or detergents.

To Remove Seat Cover

Remove elastic loops and hooks from the seat as shown.
On some models, there is a plastic clip in the front of the seat pad on the base that will need to be removed before washing.
Machine wash cover in cold water on delicate cycle and drip-dry. DO NOT USE BLEACH.
To put the seat cover back on, reverse preceding instructions.

Body Pillows (on certain models)

Body Pillows are included with some models. Insert body pillows exactly as shown. DO NOT use any other pillows other than those provided by Graco.

Setup Guide

Setting up the Graco 1963973 Booster Car Seat is a breeze. Simply place the booster in the back seat of your vehicle, adjust the armrests and headrest to your child's preferences, and secure the seat using the vehicle's seat belt. Make sure to position the seat belt properly using the guides provided, and adjust the tightness as needed for a snug and secure fit.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues with the Graco 1963973 Booster Car Seat, here are some common problems and solutions to consider:

Problem: The seat belt is not staying in place or is too loose.
Solution: Check the seat belt guides and make sure they are properly aligned with the vehicle's seat belt. Adjust the tightness of the seat belt as needed for a secure fit.
Problem: The headrest or armrests are difficult to adjust.
Solution: Make sure to follow the instructions provided in the user manual, and apply even pressure when adjusting the headrest and armrests.

Graco 1963973 Booster Car Seat Pros and Cons

Pros

Affordable price point
Lightweight and portable design
Customizable armrests and headrest
Easy to clean and maintain

Cons

May not be suitable for smaller or larger children
Seat belt guides may require adjustment for a secure fit
Limited color and pattern options

Customer Reviews

Customers have given the Graco Backless TurboBooster Car Seat positive reviews, with many praising its lightweight and portable design, as well as its customizable headrest and armrests. Some have noted that the seat belt guides may require adjustment for a secure fit, but overall, parents appreciate the safety and comfort features of this car seat.

Common Complaints

Some customers have reported that the seat pad may stain or tear easily, and that the seat belt guides may need frequent adjustment. However, these issues are not prevalent and can be mitigated with proper care and maintenance.

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