joie Every Stage Fx Child Restraint Instruction Manual

every stage fx child restraint
ECE R44.04:
Group 0+/1 /2/3(0–36kg)
Instruction Manual ECE R44.04: B1
ECE R44.04: ISOFIX

Every Stage Fx Child Restraint

Welcome to Joie™
Congratulations on becoming part of the Joie family! We are so excited to be part of your journey with your little one. While traveling with the every stage™ fx high back booster you are using a high quality, fully certified child restraint. This product is approved in accordance with UN-ECE regulation 44/04 and suitable from birth to a child’s weight of max. 36 kg. Carefully read this Instruction Manual and follow the installation instructions on the following pages.
This child restraint is only suitable for use in the listed vehicles fitted with 3-point retractor safetybelts, approved to UN ECE regulation NO.16 or other equivalent standards..
! Please keep the instruction manual in the storage compartment of the rear cover for future reference.

Parts List

1 Head Support
2 Seat Pad
3 Buckle
4 Webbing Adjuster
5 ISOFIX Attachments Releasing Button
6 Recline Adjustment Handle
7 Crotch Strap
8 Shoulder Harness
9 Infant Insert
10 Lock-off
11 Lock-off Device| 12 Head Support
Adjustment Lever
13 Tether Strap Adjuster
14 Tether Hook
15 Top Tether Strap
16 Instruction Manual Storage Compartment
17 Base
18 ISOFIX Attachments Connector
19 Seat Belt Back Slot
20 Lap Belt Guiding
21 ISOFIX Attachments Guides
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WARNING
! Any straps holding the restraint to the vehicle should be tight, any straps restraining the child should be adjusted to the child’s body, and straps should not be twisted.
! DO NOT make any alterations or additions to the device without the approval of the type approval authority, and follow closely the installation instructions provided by the child restraint manufacturer.
! DO NOT dress the child in coat before buckling them into the child restraint as this reduces the effectiveness of the harness system. Once the harness are secure, put the child’s coat on over their arms to keep them warm without compromising safety.
! ENSURE that any lap strap is worn low down, so that the pelvis is firmly engaged.
! DO NOT leave this child restraint unsecured in your vehicle, and remove it if not in regular use.
! DO NOT leave the child unattended in the child restraint, not even for a short while.
! DO NOT use this child restraint on seating positions with an active frontal airbag if using in rear facing mode.
! The child restraint shall not be used without the soft goods.
! The soft goods should not be replaced with any other than the one recommended by the manufacturer, because the soft goods constiutes an integral part of the restraint performance.
! Any luggage or other objects liable to cause injuries in the event of a collision shall be properly secured.
! The child restraint should be changed when it has been subject to violent stresses in an accident.
! DO NOT use any load bearing contact points other than those described in the instructions and marked in the child restraint.
! DO NOT install this child restraint under the following conditions:

1. Vehicle seats with 2-point safety belts.
2. Vehicle seats facing sideward or rearward with respect to the running direction of the vehicle.
3. Vehicle seats unstable during installation.

! For warranty information, please visit our website at joiebaby.com.
! Do not allow the child restraint harness or buckles to become trapped or caught in the vehicle seat or door.
! DO NOT use or install this child restraint until you read and understand the instructions in this manual and in your vehicle owner’s manual.

Product Information

For Installation with 3-point-belt or with ISOFIX (ISOFIX attachments and top tether)

1. This is a ‘Universal’ child restraint. It is approved to UN ECE Regulation No. 44, 04 series of amendments, for general use in vehicles and it will fit most, but not all, car seat.
2. A correct fit is likely if the vehicle manufacturer has declared in the vehicle handbook that the vehicle is capable of accepting a ‘Universal’ child restraint for this age group.
3. This child restraint has been classified as ‘Universal’ under more stringent conditions than those which applied to earlier designs which do not carry this notice.
4. If in doubt please consult the child restraint manufacturer or the retailer.

For Installation with ISOFIX (ISOFIX attachments and top tether)

1. This is an ISOFIX Universal child restraint system. It is approved to Regulation No. 44, 04 series of amendments for general use in vehicles fitted with ISOFIX anchorages systems.
2. It will fit vehicles with positions approved as ISOFIX positions (as detailed in the vehicle handbook), depending on the category of the child restraint and of the fixture.
3. The ISOFIX size class for which this device is intended is B1.

For Installation with ISOFIX attachments and 3-point-belt

1. The child restraint is classified for “Semi-Universal” use.
2. Seat positions in other cars may also be suitable to accept the child restraint. If in doubt, consult either the child restraint manufacturer or vehicle manufacturer.

Choose the Installation Mode

Child’s Weig ht| Installation Mode| Figure for  Installation| Reference  Age| Seat Position| Infant Insert Instructions
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0 -18 kg| Baby mode| | birth -4 years| Position 5-6 | Infant insert must be used from
0-9 months to help restrain the child tightly
9 – 18 kg| Toddler mode| | 1 year to 4 years| Position 1 -4 | When installing the child restraint In the toddler mode, do not use the infant insert.
15 – 36 kg| Junior mode| | 3 years to 12 years| Position 1 -4 | When installing the child restraint In the junior mode, do not use the infant insert.

Important

1. DO NOT use forward facing mode before the child’s weight exceeds 9kg.
2. When the child is suitable for both toddler and baby modes, it is recommended to install this child restraint in the baby mode as it is relatively safer.

Use Side Impact Shield
see images 1
! Must open the side impact shield to protect the child more safely. The side impact shield opposite to the vehicle door can be closed to allow more seating space.

Recline Adjustment
see images 2
Choose the proper seat position referenced in the previous table (page 7) and press the adjustment handle to adjust the recline 3
! Make sure that vehicle seat belt will be retightend when adjusted in reclining position and vice versa if seat was already buckled up properly previously.

Height Adjustment
for Head Support and Shoulder Harnesses
see images 3
Please adjust the head support and shoulder harnesses to proper height according to the child’s height.
! When used in baby mode, the shoulder harness height must be even with or just below child’s shoulders. 3 -1
! When used in toddler mode, the shoulder harness height must be even with or just above child’s shoulders. 3 -2
! When used in junior mode, the shoulder belt guides must be even with child’s shoulders. 3 -3
Squeeze the head support adjustment lever, meanwhile pull up or push down the head support until it snaps into one of the 10 positions.
! Side wings are able to open while the head support is adjusted to the 6th position.

Baby Mode
(Rearward Facing Mode/for Child under 18kg)
see images 4 – 12
! Please install the child restraint on the rear vehicle seat and then put the child in the child restraint.
i. Installation for Baby Mode

1. Pass the waist belt over lap belt guidings, and then engage the vehicle buckle tongue into the buckle. 5 6

2. Fasten the shoulder belt in the two shoulder-belt slots at the back of the child restraint. 7
   ! Shoulder belt must pass through the Lock-off 8 .

3. While pressing the child restraint, pull the belts to fasten the child restraint tightly and securely. 9
   ! The child restraint can not be used if the vehicle safety belt buckle (female buckle end) is too long to anchor the child restraint securely.

ii. Securing your Child in the Child Restraint Use Infant Insert

We recommend using the full infant insert while the baby is 0-9 months or until they outgrow the insert. The infant insert increases side impact protection. Detach the snaps on the head support to remove the head portion of the insert.

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Remove the head support portion of the infant insert when the child’s head no longer fits comfortably. Remove the body portion of the infant insert when the infant’s shoulders no longer fit comfortably. Remove the infant insert cushion by detaching the snaps to allow more space when the infant does not fit comfortably. The cushion can be used separately without being attached to the insert to bolster the infant’s back for more comfort.

1. While pressing the harness adjustment button, pull completely the two shoulder harnesses of the child restraint 10 -1 & 10 -2. Press the red button to disengage the buckle. 10 -3
2. Place the child in the child restraint, pass both arms through the harnesses and engage the buckle. 11
3. Pull down the adjustment webbing and adjust it to the proper length to make sure your child is snugly secured. 12
   ! After the child is seated, recheck whether the shoulder harnesses are at the proper height.
   ! Ensure that the harness is snugly secured.

Toddler Mode

(Forward Facing Mode/for Child between 9-18kg)
see images 13 – 24
! Please install the child restraint on the vehicle seat, and then put the child in the child restraint.
i. Installation for Toddler Mode
! Please adjust the child restraint to proper angle (4 positions for toddler mode).
! Please adjust the shoulder harnesses to proper height before installing the child restraint.
! When installing and adjusting the safety belts, make sure that both the shoulder belt and the waist belt are not twisted and will not keep the safety belts from being properly positioned.
a. For installation with 3-point-belt

1. Thread the safety belt through two seat belt back slots at the back of the child restraint. 13
2. Buckle the safety belt. 14
3. Open the lock-off device and insert the safety belt through it. 15
4. While pressing the child restraint, pull the belts to fasten the child restraint tightly and securely. 16

! The child restraint can not be used if the vehicle safety belt buckle (female buckle end) is too long to anchor the child restraint securely.
! Please check by moving the child restraint back and forth.
b. For installation with ISOFIX (ISOFIX attachments and top tether)

1. Fit the ISOFIX attachments guides with the ISOFIX attachments anchor points.

2. Extend the ISOFIX attachments connectors by depressing on the release button 17 whilst pulling on the connector 18
   ! Make sure that both ISOFIX attachments connectors are securely attached to their ISOFIX attachments anchor points. The colors of the indicators on both ISOFIX attachments connectors should be completely green. 18 -1
   ! Select the desired recline position before moving back against the vehicle seat, as once the top tether is attached and tensioned, the recline angle will not be able to change without adjustment to the top tether.

3. Press the ISOFIX attachments release button and push the child restraint back against the vehicle seat until tight.

4. To extend top tether for use, press button on tether adjuster and pull to lengthen. 19
   ! Make sure that tether hook are securely attached to the anchorage fitting. The colors of the indicators on tether strap adjuster should be completely green. 19 -1

5. Connect the tether hook securely to the anchorage fitting. 20
   ! If recline angle is adjusted, check the tension on the top tether, or loosen to adjust angle then re-tension.

Removing the child restraint from the vehicle

1. To remove from the vehicle press the ISOFIX attachments release button and pull the base away from the back rest.
2. Then press and release the connectors from the vehicle’s ISOFIX. 21
   ! Store the ISOFIX connectors in the base.
   ! When not in use, top tether strap and anchor should be properly stored in the pocket.

ii. Securing your Child in the Child Restraint
! When installing the child restraint in the toddler mode, do not use the infant insert.

1. While pressing the harness adjustment button, pull completely the two shoulder harnesses of the child restraint. 23 -1 & 23 -2
2. Press the red button to disengage the buckle. 23 -3
3. Place the child in the child restraint and engage the buckle.
4. Pull down the adjustment webbing and adjust it to the proper length so that your child is snugly secured. 24
   ! After the child is seated, recheck whether the shoulder harnesses are at proper height.
   ! Ensure that the harness is snugly secured.

Junior Mode
(Forward Facing Mode / for Child 15–36kg)
see images 25 – 28
i. Installation for Junior Mode
! DO NOT use the integral harness system when using the child restraint in junior mode.
! Please adjust the shoulder harnesses to proper length before store the shoulder harnesses and buckle in their storage compartments.
! Please adjust the child restraint to proper angle (4 positions for junior mode).
! When installing and adjusting the safety belts, make sure that both the shoulder belt and the waist belt are not twisted.

1. Press the red button to disengage the buckle.
2. Remove the infant insert and crotch pad.
3. Detach the snaps. 25 -1
4. Lift the upper flap upward and pull the lower flap forward, and then store the shoulder harnesses and buckle in their storage compartments. 25 -2 & 25 -3
5. Pull the buckle to the back of the seat pad, and then store the buckle and buckle tongues in respective storage compartments. 25 -4
6. Do reattach the snaps to recover the seat pad. The reassembled seat pad is shown as 26

ii. Securing your Child in the Child Restraint
a. For installation with 3-point-belt

1. Place the child in the child restraint and check whether the shoulder belt guides are at proper height.
2. Position shoulder belt through shoulder belt guide, pass waist belt through lap belt guidings. Fasten buckle and pull the vehicle belt to tighten. 27
   ! Shoulder belt must pass through shoulder belt guide. 27 -1
   ! Waist belt must pass through lap belt guidings.
   ! The child restraint can not be used if the vehicle safety belt buckle (female buckle end) is too long to anchor the child restraint securely. 27 -2
   ! Never use a vehicle waist-only belt across front of child.
   ! Do not use shoulder belt loose or positioned under arm.
   ! Do not use shoulder belt behind child’s back.
   ! Do not allow child to slide down in the child restraint in case of strangulation.

b. For installation with 3-point-belt and ISOFIX attachments

1. Installation with ISOFIX attachments is show as 17 & 18
2. Place the child in the child restraint and check whether the shoulder belt guides are at proper height.
3. Installation with 3-point-belt is show as 27 .
4. Correctly assembled 3-point-belt and ISOFIX attachments is shown as 28
   ! Shoulder belt must pass through shoulder belt guide. 28 -3
   ! Waist belt must pass through lap belt guidings.
   ! The child restraint can not be used if the vehicle safety belt buckle (female buckle end) is too long to anchor the child restraint securely. 28 -2

Detach Soft Goods
see images 29

1. Press the red button to disengage the buckle.
2. Remove the infant insert and crotch strap.
3. Detach the elastic on the head support, and then remove the head support.
4. Detach the snaps on the seat pad, pull the buckle to the back of seat pad, and then remove the seat pad. 29
   ! To assemble soft goods, reverse the steps above.

Maintenance

! After removing the foam of infant insert please store it somewhere that the child can not access it.
! Please wash the soft goods with cold water under 30°C.
! Do not iron the soft goods.
! Do not bleach or dry clean the soft goods.
! Do not use undiluted neutral detergent gasoline or other organic solvent to wash the child restraint. It may cause damage to the child restraint.
! Do not twist the soft goods to dry with great force. It may leave the soft goods with wrinkles.
! Please hang dry the soft goods in the shade.
! Please remove the child restraint from the vehicle seat if not in use for a long period of time. Put the child restraint in the shade and somewhere your child can not access it.

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References

• Baby Gear That Goes Above & Beyond | Joie
• Baby Gear That Goes Above & Beyond | Joie

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