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P2219_R02f.qxd 11/7/2002 10:23 AM Page 2 Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5 Child Restraint Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–7 Vehicle Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Vehicle Seating Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
P2219_R02f.qxd 11/7/2002 10:23 AM Page 4 Introduction • Read and understand this information booklet before using this product. To ensure proper restraint use, store this booklet so you can consult it often. • This child restraint is designed for use only by children who weigh between 22 and 80 pounds (10 and 36 kg) and whose height is between 19 and 53 inches (48.3 and 134.6 cm). • This child restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety standards.
P2219_R02f.qxd 11/7/2002 10:23 AM Page 6 Safety Information • 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 USER GUIDE. • USE THE VEHICLE’S LATCH SYSTEM, LAP-SHOULDER BELT SYSTEM, OR LAP BELT SYSTEM TO SECURE THE RESTRAINT. ALWAYS USE THE VERSA-TETHER FOR CHILDREN WEIGHING MORE THAN 50 POUNDS (22.6 kg).
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P2219_R02f.qxd 11/7/2002 10:23 AM Page 10 Vehicle Safety Belts NOTE: The information in this section only applies to installation with vehicle seat belts. IMPORTANT: Some vehicles have no seating positions which are compatible with this child restraint, or any other child restraint. If in doubt, contact your vehicle manufacturer for assistance. The following types of vehicle seat belts are not compatible with this child restraint: Front vehicle belts with top or bottom anchorage points in the door.
P2219_R02f.qxd 11/7/2002 10:23 AM Page 12 Installation Installation Installation with LATCH 1 Verify that your vehicle is equipped with LATCH anchors. (Fig A) • If LATCH anchors are not installed, you must use standard vehicle belt installation methods. 2 Insert recline bar into holes on rear of restraint (see page 18). A 3 If stored, remove LATCH connectors from storage pouches on rear of cover. 4 Place the restraint on the vehicle seat with the back facing toward you.
P2219_R02f.qxd 11/7/2002 10:23 AM Page 14 Installation Installation Lap-Shoulder Belt Installation A Figure A illustrates a typical lapshoulder vehicle belt configuration. 1 Insert recline bar into holes on rear of restraint (see page 18). 2 Place the child restraint in a forward facing position on the vehicle seat. 3 Pull the vehicle belt out and pass it through the first belt slot, from the front of the restraint to the rear (Fig B).
P2219_R02f.qxd 11/7/2002 10:23 AM Page 16 Installation Installation Lap Belt Installation A B Figure A illustrates a typical lap belt configuration. 1 Insert recline bar into holes on rear of restraint (See page 18). 2 Place the child restraint in a forward facing position on the vehicle seat. 3 Pull the vehicle belt out, then pass the vehicle belt through the first belt slot, from the front of the restraint to the rear (Fig. B).
P2219_R02f.qxd 11/7/2002 10:23 AM Page 18 Versa-Tether™ Versa-Tether™ WARNING: ATTACH THE VERSA-TETHER ONLY TO TETHER ANCHORS IDENTIFIED BY YOUR VEHICLE MANUFACTURER AS TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS. USE OF OTHER LOCATIONS IS NOT APPROVED OR PERMITTED. • ALWAYS USE THE VERSA-TETHER FOR CHILDREN WEIGHING MORE THAN 50 POUNDS (22.6 KG). • Britax recommends that the tether be used at all times. Using the tether will improve the stability of your child restraint and reduce the risk of injury.
P2219_R02f.qxd 11/7/2002 10:23 AM Page 20 Using Restraint Features Using Restraint Features Recline Bar Using the Buckle THE RECLINE BAR MUST BE INSTALLED BEFORE USING THIS RESTRAINT. Insert recline bar into the holes in lower rear of restraint prior to installation in vehicle (Fig. A). IMPORTANT: The bottom of the restraint must be flat on the vehicle seat when A installed. Fastening the Buckle 1 Hold the buckle with one hand. 2 Use your other hand to insert one tongue at a time into the buckle.
P2219_R02f.qxd 11/7/2002 10:23 AM Page 22 Securing Your Child Securing Your Child Once the child restraint has been installed in the vehicle, follow these instructions to secure your child in the child restraint. IMPORTANT: Before securing your child in the restraint, always check the adjuster area for debris (e.g. food, coins, toys, etc.). If debris is present, it must be removed to prevent interference with the adjuster mechanism.
P2219_R02f.qxd 11/7/2002 10:23 AM Page 24 Harness Height Adjustment Harness Height Adjustment Checking Harness Height: 1 Place child in restraint, then secure harness (see pages 20–21). 2 Observe where the shoulder harness is positioned on your child. • Harness Straps should be located in the nearest slot at or above the child’s shoulder. 3 If harness height is okay, continue using child restraint without adjustment. If harness height requires adjustment, refer to Adjusting Harness Height below.
P2219_R02f.qxd 11/7/2002 10:23 AM Page 26 Care and Maintenance Care and Maintenance Cover Removal 1 Loosen the harness, by lifting the harness release lever while pulling the shoulder straps forward as far as possible. 2 Unhook the shoulder straps from the yoke, on the rear of child restraint. 3 Pull upper harness straps through the shell and cover, to the front of the restraint. 4 Remove the belly pad from the buckle. 5 Gently remove the upper portion of the cover.
P2219_R02f.qxd 11/7/2002 10:23 AM Page 28 Care and Maintenance Care and Maintenance Buckle Removal Cleaning the Buckle 1 Locate the metal buckle strap retainer on bottom of the restraint. 2 Pull retainer away from child restraint to loosen. A 3 Turn the retainer so that the short side will go through the slot in the restraint shell (Fig. A). 4 Push the retainer through slots in the shell and cover, to the front of the restraint.
P2219_R02f.qxd 11/7/2002 10:23 AM Page 30 Warranty This child restraint was manufactured by Britax. Britax Child Safety, Inc. (“Britax”) warrants this product to the original retail purchaser as follows: LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY This product is warranted against defective materials or workmanship for one year from the date of original purchase. Proof of purchase is required.
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