THULE Alfi ISOFIX Base Owner’s Manual
- June 6, 2024
- THULE
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THULE Alfi ISOFIX Base Owner’s Manual
IMPORTANT – READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
WARNING
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY TO YOUR CHILD CAN OCCUR IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
GENERAL
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This product is certified according to ECE 129/03 and must only be used in regions/ countries where this regulation is applied.
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Not intended for / authorised for / tested for use in Canada / The United States of America.
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This SOFIA base is approved for Thule Maple infant car seat (0-15 months) and Thule Elm toddler car seat (6 months – 4 years). The child must travel rearward facing from birth up until 15 months of age. Check your child’s size regularly and make sure the car seat is facing the right direction for your child’s size and age. For more information, read the instructions manuals for your car seat and SOFIA base. If in doubt, contact your local dealer or Customer Support.
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Thule recommends keeping your child in rearward-facing position during travel for as long as possible. The recommendation is based on studies of crash injuries showing that rearward facing travel provide greater protection for your child compared to the forward-facing position.
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Always check before buying your car seat whether the car seat can be properly installed in your vehicle with the ISOFIX base. For more information on compatible vehicles, contact your local dealer or visit thule.com Car Seat fit assistant and follow the instructions in your vehicle manufacturer’s handbook.
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Never use your child restraint system on a vehicle seat fitted with an activated frontal airbag, unless the airbag is deactivated.
Death or serious injury can occur if the airbag is activated. -
This product is only intended for use in cars.
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Never leave the child unattended in the car seat.
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Do not let children play with this product.
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Do not use the child restraint system if it has been subjected to violent stresses in an accident. The child restraint system must be replaced after an accident even if there is no visible damage.
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Do not use the child restraint system if any components are broken or missing.
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Do not modify or make any additions to the child restraint system without the approval of the Type Approval Authority.
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RISK OF BURNS Children’s skin is sensitive and may be injured on heated surfaces. Cover the child restraint system with a light blanket to protect it from exposure to direct sunlight when kept in the car for a longer period of time. If the car seat is left uncovered in the car, plastic and metal parts of the car seat may become overheated. Use the Thule Maple seat cover and Thule Elm seat cover to protect your child from becoming hot in the car seat. Make sure to check the car seat for hot parts before placing your child in the car seat.
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For enhanced protection of your vehicle’s back seat, Thule recommends using the Thule back seat protector before installing your car seat system.
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Do not use accessories or replacement parts other than those approved by the manufacturer. Warranty will be void if nonoriginal parts or accessories are used.
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Take caution when buying a second-hand or previously bought child restraint system.
Only purchase a child restraint system with known history. Damage resulting from violent stresses or crash may not be visible. If in doubt, contact your local dealer or Customer Support. -
Do not use this child restraint system 7 years after the date of manufacture.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY -
Keep batteries out of reach of children.
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RISK OF EXPLOSION: Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
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Make sure that you are using the correct type and voltage of batteries as specified by the manufacturer. Incorrect battery usage may damage the device.
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If a battery shows signs of leakage (e.g., discoloration, corrosion), do not use it.
Carefully remove the battery and clean the affected area. Wash hands thoroughly. -
Operate devices with AA batteries within the recommended temperature range.
Extreme temperatures may affect battery performance and safety. -
Use only batteries recommended by the manufacturer.
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Remove the batteries before storage.
INSTALLATION ISOFIX base installation -
Before using the base for the first time, remove the plastic strip from the battery compartment on the bottom of the base.
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When installing the child restraint system, make sure the base display verifies the installation of your child restraint system.
LED indicators and audible signals confirm correct/incorrect installation. If there is no audible signal or visible LED indications, check the batteries. The batteries shall only be replaced with 2 x 1.5 V AA / LR06 size batteries. For more information, read the ISOFIX base instructions manual. -
Before placing the base on the vehicle seat, fold out the support-leg from the bottom of the base and make sure the AcuTight crank handle is fully lowered on the base.
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Ensure that the ISOFIX connectors on the base are securely attached to the vehicle’s ISOFIX anchorages. There should be an audible “click” and the LED indicators for the ISOFIX connectors should show green indicating that the base has been properly attached to the ISOFIX anchorages.
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Pull the AcuTight crank handle back and forth several times until the base is firmly locked in place on the vehicle seat. The AcuTight crank handle will over torque once the correct assembly force is applied.
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Extend the support-leg until it is in direct contact with the vehicle floor. When the support-leg is completely folded out and fully extended to a stable position on the vehicle floor, the LED indicator for the support-leg will show green.
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If a LED indicator shows red and there is an audible sound, check the support-leg position and individual ISOFIX connectors.
Adjust the positions until there is an audible feedback and the LED indicator shows green. -
Ensure that there are no objects or space between the support-leg and vehicle floor.
If there are storage compartments in the floor of the vehicle, contact the vehicle manufacturer. -
The base shall always remain securely installed in the vehicle. Only remove the base for cleaning and maintenance or when shifting cars.
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Before each journey ensure that the child restraint system is correctly installed.
Car seat installation -
Install the car seat in the upright position.
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Make sure to rotate the seat in driving position until there is an audible “click” and the LED indicators show green.
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Always keep the car seat and the base in driving position in the vehicle, even when not in use.
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Do not leave the car seat and the base uninstalled in the vehicle even if the vehicle is unoccupied. In the event of an emergency brake or accident, an unsecured car seat may injure other passengers or yourself.
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Make sure that rigid items and parts made of plastic do not become trapped under a movable seat or in a door of the vehicle.
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Make sure luggage or loose objects are properly secured. Unsecured luggage may cause severe injuries to children and adults in case of accidents.
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Make sure that all passengers are informed about how to release their child in the event of an emergency.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE -
Regularly inspect your child restraint system for damage and signs of wear.
Check that no fasteners are bent, broken, missing or loose. -
Do not use any aggressive cleaning products; these may harm the construction material of the child restraint system.
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Remove the child restraint system from the vehicle seat if not in use for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dry place and somewhere your child can not access it. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Operating temperature
Electronics: -20°C to +60°C
Battery: -20°C to +50°C
Storage temperature
Electronics: -20°C to +85°C
Battery: -20°C to +50°C
Battery lifetime: 1 year from first installation in +25°C
Battery type: 2 x 1.5 V AA / LR06 size
DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING
The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol indicates that the item and its battery should be disposed of separately from household waste. The item should be handed in for recycling in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal. By separating a marked item from household waste, you will help reduce the volume of waste sent to incinerators or landfill and minimise any potential negative impact on human health and the environment. For more information, please contact your local dealer or visit thule.com.
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