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P2285_R02c.qxd 12/8/2003 12:15 PM Page 2 Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 Child Restraint Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Vehicle Safety Belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Vehicle Seating Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
P2285_R02c.qxd 12/8/2003 12:15 PM Page 4 • Use only in a rear-facing position when using restraint with an infant weighing less than 22 pounds (10 kg). • Use only with children who weigh between 5 and 65 pounds (2.3 and 29 kg) and whose height is 49 inches (124 cm) or less. Rear facing 5–33 pounds (2.3–15 kg) and forward facing maximum 65 pounds (29 kg). • Snugly adjust the belts provided with this child restraint around your child. A snug strap should not allow any slack.
P2285_R02c.qxd 12/8/2003 12:15 PM Page 6 Safety Information Safety Information • This child restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety standards. This restraint is certified for use in motor vehicles and aircraft. • Fill out the registration card and mail it in today! Child restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register this restraint to be reached in a recall.
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P2285_R02c.qxd 12/8/2003 12:17 PM Page 10 Vehicle Safety Belts NOTE: The information in this section applies only to installation with vehicle belts. IMPORTANT: Some vehicles have no seating positions which are compatible with this child restraint, or any other child restraint. If in doubt, contact the vehicle manufacturer for assistance. The following types of vehicle belts are not compatible with this child restraint: Front vehicle belts with top or bottom anchorage points in the door.
P2285_R02c.qxd 12/8/2003 12:17 PM Page 12 Installation: Rear Facing Installation: Rear Facing Rear Facing LATCH Installation 8 Push the child restraint firmly into the vehicle seat while pulling each LATCH harness tight (Fig. D). 9 Verify that all connections are secure and the restraint is stable. • Figure A illustrates a typical rear facing LATCH installation. 1 Verify that your vehicle is equipped with LATCH anchors.
P2285_R02c.qxd 12/8/2003 12:18 PM Page 14 Installation: Rear Facing Installation: Rear Facing Rear Facing Lap-Shoulder Belt Installation 7 Position both sections of vehicle belt through the rear facing lock-off farthest from vehicle buckle, then close lock-off arm (Fig. E). • Figure A illustrates a typical rear facing lap-shoulder belt installation. • When not in use, always store the LATCH connectors in storage pouches sewn in cover above rear facing lock-offs.
P2285_R02c.qxd 12/8/2003 12:18 PM Page 16 Installation: Rear Facing Installation: Rear Facing Rear Facing Lap Belt Installation 7 Position the vehicle belt through the rear facing lock-off farthest from the vehicle buckle, then close lock-off arm (Fig. D). • Figure A illustrates a typical rear facing lap belt installation. • When not in use, always store the LATCH connectors in storage pouches sewn in cover above rear facing lock-offs.
P2285_R02c.qxd 12/8/2003 12:19 PM Page 18 Installation: Forward Facing Installation: Forward Facing Forward Facing LATCH Installation 6 Rotate seat into forward facing position. 7 Verify that LATCH harness is not twisted, then loosely attach the closest connector to LATCH anchor (Fig. C). • Figure A illustrates the forward facing LATCH harness routing. 1 Verify that your vehicle is equipped with LATCH anchors. • A positive click confirms attachment.
P2285_R02c.qxd 12/8/2003 12:19 PM Page 20 Installation: Forward Facing Installation: Forward Facing Forward Facing Lap-Shoulder Belt Installation 4 Rotate the forward facing lock-off down to open. • Only use lock-off farthest from where the vehicle belt is buckled. • Figure A illustrates the forward facing lapshoulder vehicle belt route. • When not in use, always store the LATCH connectors in storage pouches sewn in cover above rear facing lock-offs.
P2285_R02c.qxd 12/8/2003 12:20 PM Page 22 Switching the LATCH Connectors Installation: Forward Facing Forward Facing Lap Belt Installation • Figure A illustrates the forward facing lap belt only vehicle belt route. • When not in use, always store the LATCH connectors in storage pouches sewn in cover above rear facing lock-offs. 1 Place the child restraint forward facing on the vehicle seat.
P2285_R02c.qxd 12/8/2003 12:20 PM Page 24 Versa-Tether® Installation in Aircraft This child restraint is certified for aircraft use. Most airlines in the U.S. and Canada will allow the use of a child restraint, if it is labeled as an approved child restraint for airline use and fits properly on the plane. Contact the airline about their policy prior to traveling. • Place the child restraint next to a window to avoid blocking the aisle.
P2285_R02c.qxd 12/8/2003 12:20 PM Page 26 Versa-Tether® Versa-Tether® Using the Versa-Tether Before installing restraint: 1 Remove tether components from pouch on rear of restraint. 2 Press and hold the tether adjuster release button, then pull to fully extend tether strap into a V-shape. 3 Loosely attach the tether to an approved anchor point using the tether hook located on the tether strap. • See figure A for forward facing installation. • See figure B or C for rear facing installation.
P2285_R02c.qxd 12/8/2003 12:21 PM Page 28 Using the Buckle Checking Buckle Position WARNING: The position of the vehicle belt buckle can affect the stability of the child restraint. In an crash, an improperly positioned buckle could become loose and the child would be unprotected. If the buckle lies near the position marked as wrong ( ) when the vehicle belt is tightened, try fitting the child restraint in another seating position in the vehicle.
P2285_R02c.qxd 12/8/2003 12:21 PM Page 30 Securing Your Child Securing Your Child Once the child restraint has been installed in the vehicle, follow these instructions to secure the child. 1 Loosen the harness by lifting the adjuster lever located in front of the restraint, then pull the harness straps forward (Fig. A). 2 Unfasten the chest clip by squeezing A the middle tab (Fig. B). 3 Unfasten the buckle by pressing down on the release button. 4 Move the harness straps to the side of the restraint.
P2285_R02c.qxd 12/8/2003 12:22 PM Page 32 Harness Height Harness Height Checking Harness Height Harness Height Adjustment: 1 Place child in restraint, then secure harness (see pages 28–29). 2 Observe where the harness straps are positioned on the child. • Rear Facing Strap Height: Harness straps should be located at or slightly below the child’s shoulders. • Forward Facing Strap Height: Harness straps must be located even with the child’s shoulder.
P2285_R02c.qxd 12/8/2003 12:22 PM Page 34 Care and Maintenance Care and Maintenance Cover Removal 1 Loosen the harness by lifting the harness adjuster lever while pulling the harness straps forward as far as possible. 2 Unhook the harness straps from the yoke on the rear of child restraint. 3 Remove the belly pad from the buckle. 4 Pull upper harness straps through the shell and cover, to the front of the restraint. 5 Remove the comfort pads. 6 Gently remove the headrest cover.
P2285_R02c.qxd 12/8/2003 12:22 PM Page 36 Care and Maintenance Care and Maintenance Buckle Removal Cleaning the Buckle 1 Fully recline the child restraint. 2 Locate the metal buckle strap retainer on bottom of the restraint. 3 Pull retainer away from child A restraint to loosen. 4 Turn the retainer so that the short side will go through the slot in the restraint shell (Fig. A). 5 Push the retainer through slots in the shell and cover, to the front of the restraint.
P2285_R02c.qxd 12/8/2003 12:22 PM Page 38 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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