cybex Pallas G i-Size Seat Instruction Manual

cybex Pallas G i-Size Seat Instruction Manual

Figure Instructions

CERTIFICATION

UN R129/03
CYBEX Pallas G i-Size with impact shield:
76 cm – 105 cm, > 15 m, max. 21 kg
CYBEX Pallas G i-Size with automatic three-point belt:
100 cm – 150 cm
Age: > 15 months to approx. 12 years

Thank you for deciding on the Pallas G i-Size when choosing your car seat.
Carefully read the instructions before installing the seat in your car and always keep these instructions to hand in the designated compartment.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Without the approval of the Type Approval Authority, the car seat may not be modified or added to in any way.

• In order to keep your child properly protected, it is absolutely essential that you use the car seat as described in this manual.

• Do not use before the child’s age exceeds 15 months and before it reached a size of 76 cm.

• This car seat may only be installed on vehicle seats which are approved for the use of child restraint systems according to the vehicle manual.

• Only suitable for vehicle seats with automatic three-point belts approved in accordance with UN Regulation No. 16 or a comparable standard.

• Do not use any load bearing contact points other than those described in the instructions and marked on the child restraint.

• The full surface of the backrest of the car seat must make contact with the backrest of the vehicle.

• When securing the child with impact shield (76 cm – 105 cm, > 15 m, max. 21 kg), the attachment of ISOFIX locking arms is not enough: it is absolutely necessary to attach the Top Tether Belt in addition.

• The Top Tether Belt may only be fastened to a marked attachment point.

• The shoulder belt must run upwards and back at a recline. It must never run forward to the upper belt point in your vehicle.

• The vehicle belt buckle must never cross the arm rest of the seat. If the belt whip is too long, the car seat is not suitable for use in this position in the vehicle.

• The three-point belt must only be passed through the designated routings.
  The belt routings are described in detail in this manual and are marked in green on the car seat.

• The lap belt must run as low as possible across your child’s groin to have optimum effect in the event of an accident.

• Before each use make sure that the impact shield or automatic three-point vehicle belt is correctly adjusted and fits tightly to the child’s body. Never twist the belt!

• All straps must be tight and must not be twisted!

• Only an optimally adjusted headrest can offer your child maximum protection and comfort while ensuring that the shoulder belt can be fitted smoothly.

• For usage in between height range 76 cm – 100 cm the impact shield must be used.

• The car seat must always be secured correctly in the vehicle even when not in use.

• Always ensure that the car seat is not jammed when closing the car door or adjusting the back seat.

• The car seat is also tested and homologated without the Linear Sideimpact Protectors.

• Luggage or any other objects present in the vehicle must always be firmly secured. Otherwise, they may be thrown within the car, which could cause fatal injuries.

• The car seat must never be used without the seat cover. Ensure that only an original CYBEX seat cover is used, as the cover is a key element of the seat’s function.

• Never leave your child unattended in the car.

• The parts in the child restraint system heat up in the sun and could potentially burn your child’s skin. Protect your child and the car seat from direct sun exposure.

• An accident may cause damage to the car seat that is not identifiable with the naked eye. Please replace the seat after an accident. In case of doubt, please consult your dealer or the manufacturer.

• Do not use this car seat for more than 11 years. The car seat is exposed to high stress during its product life span, which leads to changes in the  quality of the material with increasing age.

• The plastic parts can be cleaned with a mild cleaning agent and warm water. Never use harsh cleaning agents or bleaches!

• On some vehicle seats made of sensitive materials, the use of car seats may leave marks and/or cause discolouration. To prevent this, you can place a blanket or towel or similar underneath the car seat to protect the vehicle seat.

PRODUCT PARTS

(a) Backrest
(b) Adjustable Headrest
(c) Booster
(d) Headrest Height Adjuster
(e) Shoulder Belt Guide
(100 cm – 150 cm)
(f) Linear Side-impact Protection (L.S.P.)
(g) Impact Shield (76 cm – 105 cm)
(h) Buckles of the Impact Shield
(i) Tongues of the Impact Shield
(j) Belt Adjuster Release Button
(k) Belt Adjuster
(l) Belt
(m) Lap Belt Guide (100 cm – 150 cm)
(n) ISOFIX Locking Arms
(o) ISOFIX Anchorage Points
(p) ISOFIX Release Buttons
(q) ISOFIX Safety Indicator
(r) User Guide Storage Compartment
(s) Top Tether Belt
(t) Top Tether Parking Position
(u) Top Tether Adjuster
(v) Side Impact Protection Release Button
(w) Position Adjustment Button
(x) Top Tether Safety Indicator
(y) Reclining Headrest
(z) Top Tether Adjustment button

THE CORRECT POSITION IN THE VEHICLE

76 cm – 105 cm; > 15 m with impact shield
This is an i-Size Enhanced Child Restraint System. It is approved according to UN Regulation No. R129/03, for use in i-Size compatible vehicle seating positions as indicated by vehicle manufacturers in their vehicle user manuals.
If your vehicle does not have an i-Size seating position, please check the enclosed vehicle type list. You can obtain the most up-to-date version from
www.cybex-online.com.

100 cm – 150 cm; with automatic three-point belt
The car seat can be used on vehicle seats which are equipped with an automatic three-point belt. Refer to the enclosed vehicle type list for approved vehicles. You can obtain the most up-to-date version from
www.cybex-online.com.

For the use with three-point belt between the height range 100 cm – 150 cm there is the possibility of usage without ISOFIX and Top Tether. In this case, the car seat must always be secured with the three-point belt even when there is no child in the seat.

In exceptional cases, the car seat may also be used on the front passenger seat.
Always comply with the recommendations of the vehicle manufacturer.

Above a child’s height of 135 cm, the compatibility between the Pallas G i-Size and your vehicle might be reduced.

INSTALLING THE CAR SEAT IN THE VEHICLE

1. Always ensure that…

   • the backrests in the vehicle are locked in their upright position.
   • when installing the car seat on the front passenger seat, adjust the vehicle seat as far back as possible without affecting the belt routing.

2. Detach the Top Tether Belt (s) from the Top Tether Parking Position (t).

3. Before installation, make sure that the car seat is in the seating position.

4. Release the ISOFIX Release Buttons (p) to extend the ISOFIX Locking Arms (n).
    The ISOFIX Release Buttons can both be released independently allowing the ISOFIX Locking Arms to be adjusted independently.

5. Push the ISOFIX Locking Arms (n) out of the base to their furthest extent.

6. Place the car seat on an appropriate seat in the car.

7. Push the ISOFIX Locking Arms (n) into the ISOFIX Anchorage Points (o) until these lock into place with an audible “CLICK”. The two ISOFIX Safety Indicators (q) will switch from red to green.

8. Ensure the seat is secure by trying to pull it out of the ISOFIX Anchorage Points (o).

9. Push the car seat towards the backrest of the vehicle seat until it is fully aligned with the backrest.
   If the headrest of the vehicle is in the way, pull it upwards to its furthest extent or remove it completely (except in rear-facing vehicle seats).

10. Guide the Top Tether Belt (s) straight across the vehicle seat and anchor it using the snap hook on the anchor point of your vehicle.
    If required the belt of the Top Tether can be extended by pressing the Top Tether Adjustment Button.

11. Tighten the Top Tether Belt (s) until the Top Tether Safety Indicator (x) turns green.

12. The seat can be brought into a sitting or lying position by pressing the position adjustment button (w) and moving the seat forward or push back.

REMOVING THE CAR SEAT FROM THE VEHICLE

Perform the installation steps in the reverse order.

1. Loosen the Top Tether Belt (s).
2. Unlock the ISOFIX Locking Arms (n) on both sides by pushing the ISOFIX Release Buttons (p) and pulling them back simultaneously.
3. Pull the seat away from the ISOFIX Anchorage Points (o).
4. Remove the car seat and push the ISOFIX Locking Arms (n) fully back into the transport position.
5. Attach the Top Tether Belt (s) to the parking position (t).

ADJUSTING THE HEADREST

The Adjustable Headrest (b) can be adjusted by using the Headrest Height Adjuster (d) at the back of the headrest (b). Adjust the headrest so that max. 2 cm (approx. 2 finger’s width) remain between the child’s shoulder and the headrest.

The height of the headrest can still be adjusted while the seat is installed in the car.

CORRECT INSTALLATION MODE

Installation mode

Installation

SECURING THE CHILD WITH IMPACT SHIELD: 76 CM – 105 CM (MAX. 21 KG)

1. Loosen the Belt of the Impact Shield (l) by pressing the Belt Adjuster Release Button (j) on the Belt Adjuster (k).

2. Open the buckle of the Impact Shield (h) on the Impact Shield (g) and lay the impact shield on its side.

3. Now place your child in the seat.
   Make sure that the headrest is adjusted correctly.

4. Put the Impact Shield (g) back and insert the Tongue of the Impact Shield
   (i) into the Buckle of the Impact Shield (h) so that it engages with an audible “CLICK”.

5. Now pull on the Belt (l) of the Impact Shield to adjust it and restrain your child correctly. Move the impact shield a little to the left and right to achieve an optimal fit and position

6. The impact shield (g) must be adjusted so that it fits snugly against the child’s body and pelvis.
   The tightening of the adjustment belt must be repeated each time you buckle up.

7. Check whether the lock tongues (i) are properly engaged by pulling on the Impact Shield (g).

SWITCH FROM IMPACT SHIELD (76 CM – 105 CM) TO THE VEHICLE BELT (100 CM –

150 CM)

Remove the Impact Shield (g) as soon as your child is taller than 105 cm or weighs more than 21 kg.
Open both Buckles of the Impact Shield (h) and remove the Impact Shield (g).

Note that using the seat without an impact shield is not permitted before your child reaches a height of ≥ 100 cm.

 Keep the impact shield in a safe and secure place.

SECURING THE CHILD WITHOUT IMPACT SHIELD: 100 CM – 150 CM

1. Route the vehicle seat belt around your child and insert the belt tongue into the belt buckle. It must lock into place with an audible “CLICK”.
2. Place the lap belt in the green coloured Lap Belt Guides (m) of the car seat.
3. Pull the shoulder belt to tighten the lap belt.
4. On the side of the car seat next to the belt buckle, the shoulder belt and the lap belt must be inserted together in the Lap Belt Guide (m).
5. Feed the shoulder belt through the green Shoulder Belt Guide (e) until it is inside the belt guide.
6. Ensure that the shoulder belt runs across your child’s clavicle and does not touch your child’s neck. If necessary, adjust the height of the Adjustable Headrest (b) to change the position of the belt.

ADJUSTING THE LYING POSITION

1. To put the seat in the lying position, press the Position Adjustment Button (w) on the underside of the front area of the booster (c).
2. To return the seat from the lying position to the sitting position, press the Position Adjustment Button (w) again and guide the seat upwards with light pressure against the booster (c).

LINEAR SIDE-IMPACT PROTECTION (L.S.P.)

If the Linear Side-impact Protection (f) is in conflict with the car door or if it affects the amount of space left on the passenger seat, it is possible to detach it. To do so, press the Side Impact Proctection Release Button (v). To reach this button, the cover of the backrest needs to be removed. To reattach the L.S.P. (f) to the seat, follow the removal instructions in the reverse order.

RECLINING HEADREST

The Reclining Headrest (y) helps to prevent the child’s head from dangerously tipping forward during sleep.
It can be set to one of three positions.
Push the Reclining Headrest (y) forward until the desired position is reached.

 The child’s head should always be in contact with the Reclining Headrest.

REMOVING AND REATTACHING THE SEAT COVER

The cover of the car seat consists of four parts (headrest, backrest, booster and impact shield). These are held in position at several places by press studs and elastic bands. Once all attachments have been released, the single parts of the cover can be removed.
In order to put the covers back on the seat, follow the removal instructions in the reverse order.

The cover may only be washed at 30 °C with a delicate wash program otherwise it may result in discoloration of the cover fabric. Please wash the cover separately from other laundry and do not dry in the dryer or in direct sunlight!

WARRANTY AND DISPOSAL REGULATIONS

CYBEX GmbH (Riedingerstr. 18, 95448 Bayreuth, Germany) gives you 3 years warranty on this product. The warranty is valid in the country, where this product was initially sold by a retailer to a customer. The contents of the guarantee and all essential information required for the assertion of the guarantee can be found on our homepage www.cybex-online.com. If a warranty is shown in the article description, your legal rights against us for defects remain unaffected.

Please observe the waste disposal regulations in your country.

References

• CYBEX Online Shop | Child Car Seats, Strollers, Baby Carriers and Furniture from CYBEX

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