Britax Jovikids ISOFIX Car Seat Instruction Manual
- June 9, 2024
- Britax
Table of Contents
Jovikids ISOFIX Car Seat
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CONVERTIBLE CHILD SEAT ISOFIX COMPATIBLE Series No. BS3800A-i20133
Birth to 2-3 years (approx) REARWARD FACING 12 months to 4 years (approx) FORWARD FACING
IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS BOOKLET IN THE PLACE PROVIDED
ON THE CHILD RESTRAINT
Instructions for Installation & Use 1
CONTENTS
QUICK START GUIDE – a shortened version of the manual
· REARWARD FACING SEATBELT
04
· REARWARD FACING ISOFLEX®
06
· FORWARD FACING SEATBELT
08
· FORWARD FACING ISOFLEX®
10
MEET YOUR CHILD SEAT
12
IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND WARNINGS
14
SHOULDER HEIGHT MARKERS
16
OUTGROWN YOUR CHILD SEAT
20
CHILD SEAT SUITABILITY GUIDE
21
REARWARD FACING
CHILD SEAT FEATURES – REARWARD FACING
22
SET UP
· GENERAL INFORMATION
24
· CONVERT TO REARWARD FACING
25
· INSTALLING INTO YOUR VEHICLE · RECLINE ANGLE · SEATBELT FOR REARWARD FACING · ISOFLEX® FOR REARWARD FACING
26 Scan QR code
28
for rearward
30
facing seatbelt installation video.
34
· TOP TETHER FOR REARWARD FACING
36
· OPEN ADVANCED SIDE IMPACT CUSHION TECHNOLOGY 39
· HEADREST AND SHOULDER HARNESS
40
· REMOVE CHILD FROM CHILD SEAT
43
· CLOSE ADVANCED SIDE IMPACT CUSHION TECHNOLOGY 44 Scan QR code
· REMOVE CHILD SEAT FROM VEHICLE SEATBELT
45
for rearward
· REMOVE CHILD SEAT FROM VEHICLE ISOFLEX®
46 facing ISOFLEX® installation video.
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CONTENTS
FORWARD FACING
CHILD SEAT FEATURES – FORWARD FACING
48
SET UP
· GENERAL INFORMATION
50
· FORWARD FACING RECLINE POSITIONS
51
Scan QR code · INSTALLING INTO YOUR VEHICLE
52
for forward
facing seatbelt · SEATBELT FOR FORWARD FACING
54
installation video. · ISOFLEX® FOR FORWARD FACING
56
· TOP TETHER FOR FORWARD FACING
58
· OPEN ADVANCED SIDE IMPACT CUSHION TECHNOLOGY 61
· HEADREST AND SHOULDER HARNESS
62
· REMOVE CHILD FROM CHILD SEAT
65
Scan QR code · CLOSE ADVANCED SIDE IMPACT CUSHION TECHNOLOGY 66
for forward
facing ISOFLEX® · REMOVE CHILD SEAT FROM VEHICLE SEATBELT
67
installation video. · REMOVE CHILD SEAT FROM VEHICLE ISOFLEX®
69
CARE & MAINTENANCE
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
71
· CLEAN HARNESS BUCKLE
72
· REMOVE COVER
73
· REPLACE COVER
76
ACCESSORIES
79
INSTALLATION OF VEHICLE UPPER ANCHOR POINT
82
IN CASE OF ACCIDENT
87
WARRANTY
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QUICK START GUIDE – REARWARD FACING SEATBELT
Hey, before you install me! Don’t forget to note your serial number found on
the seat to complete your warranty registration.
2
5
4
1
3
5 Press
7 Press 6
Pull
Remove infant insert
8
9
Check angle
11
12
10 NO TWISTS
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Engage buckle
14
Lift up middle cover
15
Fit firmly to car seat
QUICK START GUIDE – REARWARD FACING SEATBELT
Pull
Remove slack
Push down
Replace middle cover 17
16 Replace infant insert
NO TWISTS
NO SLACK
Attach tether clip
Pull to tighten
20
21
Deploy SICT
Lift headrest adjuster
Lengthen Top Tether 18 Pull
19 Push
Store strap 22
Harness Straps not below green zone
23 Engage Tongues 26
24
25
27 ALWAYS ENSURE:
BUCKLE IS SECURE.
REMOVE SLACK 28 AND TWISTS FROM
HARNESS AND TOP TETHER.
Pull
Instructions for Installation & Use 5
QUICK START GUIDE – REARWARD FACING ISOFLEX®
Hey, before you install me! Don’t forget to note your serial number found on
the seat to complete your warranty registration.
2
5
4
1
3
5 Press 8
6 ISOFIX
7 Unhook clip on cover
9
10
Press to lengthen
11 Push button and de-latch
Push down
14
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Connect 13
Pull to tighten
QUICK START GUIDE – REARWARD FACING ISOFLEX®
Hook clip on cover 15
NO TWISTS
Attach tether clip
NO SLACK Pull to tighten
16
17
Deploy SICT
Lift headrest adjuster
Store strap 18
Harness Straps not below green zone
21
ALWAYS ENSURE: BUCKLE IS SECURE. REMOVE SLACK AND TWISTS FROM HARNESS AND TOP
TETHER.
19
20
Engage Tongues
23
24 22
Pull
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QUICK START GUIDE – FORWARD FACING SEATBELT
Hey, before you install me! Don’t forget to note your serial number found on the seat to complete your warranty registration.
1
3
4
Press
2
5 Fit firmly to car seat
Behind Harness
7
Engage buckle
Under Hook
Push down
6
Lengthen Top Tether 11 Pull
8
9
Remove slack
NO TWISTS
NO SLACK
Attach tether clip
Pull to tighten
12
13
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10 Push
Store strap
14
15 Press
QUICK START GUIDE – FORWARD FACING SEATBELT
Deploy SICT
Lift headrest adjuster 17
16 15
18
Harness
21
Straps
not below
green zone
19
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22
Engage Tongues
20 Pull
ALWAYS ENSURE:
BUCKLE IS SECURE.
REMOVE SLACK AND TWISTS FROM HARNESS AND TOP TETHER.
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QUICK START GUIDE – FORWARD FACING ISOFLEX®
Hey, before you install me! Don’t forget to note your serial number found on the seat to complete your warranty registration.
1
3
4
Press 2
ISOFIX
Unhook clip on trim 6
7
Push button
5
and de-latch
Press to lengthen
8 Hook clip on trim 11
9
Connect
Lengthen Top Tether 13 Pull
12 Push 10 Instructions for Installation & Use
Push down
Pull to tighten
Remove slack 10
NO TWISTS
Attach tether clip
14
QUICK START GUIDE – FORWARD FACING ISOFLEX®
NO SLACK Pull to tighten
15
17 Press
16
Store strap
18 15
Deploy SICT
Lift headrest adjuster 19
20
21
Harness Straps not below green zone
S2h5omulmdemr Laexvel
23
24
Engage Tongues
22 Pull
ALWAYS ENSURE:
BUCKLE IS SECURE.
REMOVE SLACK AND TWISTS FROM HARNESS AND TOP TETHER.
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MEET YOUR CHILD SEAT
REARWARD FACINGTo be used only in a rearward facing position until the child’s
shoulders either reach the lower shoulder height marker (approximately 12
months of age) or reach the middle height marker (approximately 2 to 3 years
of age).
FORWARD FACINGThen to be used in a forward facing position until the child’s
shoulders reach the upper shoulder height marker (approximately 4 years of
age). Continue to use this child restraint until the child reaches this limit.
Do not use forward facing until child’s shoulders are above the lower shoulder
height marker. Infants are at risk of serious injury if they face forward too
early. Children are at risk of serious injury if they move to booster seats
too early. Children who have outgrown this restraint are safest in a larger
child restraint with an in-built harness or a booster seat until their
shoulders reach the upper shoulder height marker of the restraint.
To ensure that your child gets all the protection designed into the restraint
PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY and use only Britax
Safe-n-Sound® recommended parts and accessories. If in doubt about the method
of installation, consult Britax® Childcare or agent, or a child restraint
fitter or, in New Zealand, to consult the agent for the vehicle.
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MEET YOUR CHILD SEAT
ISOFIX COMPATIBLE There will be straps fitted to each side of the lower part
of the seat. Britax® flexible strap ISOFIX Compatible connector technology is
known as ISOFLEX®. WHAT ARE ISOFIX LOW ANCHORAGES IN A VEHICLE? ISOFIX low
anchorages are fixed, standardised anchoring points for securely installing an
ISOFIX compatible child restraint in a vehicle fitted with ISOFIX low
anchorages. They are an alternative method of installing the child restraint
without using the car’s seatbelt. ISOFIX is an international standard for
vehicle child seat anchorages. This anchoring technology minimises
installation mistakes by optimising the protective effect of the connection
between vehicle and ISOFIX compatible child restraint. ADVANCED SIDE IMPACT
CUSHION TECHNOLOGY (SICTTM) PROTECTION WHY DO I NEED ADVANCED SIDE IMPACT
CUSHION TECHNOLOGY (SICTTM)? In the event of an accident, your child must be
optimally protected at any age, especially for the most common types of
accidents, frontal and side collision. With side collisions, children are at
most risk, because compared to a frontal collision, side collisions have less
crumple zone to disperse the energy released during impact. WHAT IS IT? Our
Advanced SICTTM Side Impact Cushion Technology with crumple zone feature is
designed to provide optimum safety to your child in the event of a side impact
collision. HOW DOES IT WORK? With maximum safety and flexibility in mind,
Advanced SICTTM can be used when the child seat is positioned next to the
vehicle door. When deployed, it is uniquely designed to enhance protection in
the event of a side impact collision. Combined with the energy absorbing
protective shell, Advanced SICTTM significantly reduces the risk of injury to
your child.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND WARNINGS
· Fit the restraint firmly to the car seat. · Fit the harness firmly to the
child. · A loose restraint or harness is dangerous. · Supervision of children
is needed because they may be able to undo the buckles and
adjusters. · Use the restraint exactly as shown in the instructions. · DO NOT
LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED IN THE CAR. · Do not alter or modify this restraint.
· Repairs must only be done by the manufacturer or agent. · Do not allow the
restraint to come into contact with polishes, oils, bleach and other
chemicals. · Destroy the restraint if it has been in a severe crash, even if
no damage is visible. See
page 87 & 88. · DO NOT USE THIS RESTRAINT WITHOUT THE COVER. · Always secure
the loose end of the top tether strap. Do not use the child restraint where
this top tether strap may fall into a split in the seat back or off the side
of the seat. · ALWAYS ATTACH TOP TETHER HOOK AND REMOVE SLACK. · To ensure
infant’s back is evenly supported, do not put more than one nappy on the baby
and make sure the nappy is not thickly folded at the back. · DO NOT USE A REAR
FACING CHILD RESTRAINT WHERE AN AIRBAG IS FITTED IN
FRONT OF THE SEATING POSITION. · Do not harness an infant wrapped in a blanket
or swaddled. Any blanket or wrap must
only be placed over the harness and infant. · Rearward and forward facing
child restraints should always be correctly installed, properly
adjusted and used as instructed by the manufacturer instructions. · If your
vehicle is not fitted with an anchor point, please contact a Safety Restraint
Fitting
Station authorised by the relevant State Government Body for correct fitment
of the restraint. In New Zealand contact the agent for the vehicle. The top
tether strap must be attached to an upper anchorage point using an extension
strap if necessary. · Do not use on any vehicle seat which faces sideways or
rearwards.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND WARNINGS
IMPORTANT:
TO BE USED WITH A LAP-SASH OR LAP-ONLY SEATBELT OR ISOFIX LOW ANCHORAGES IN
THE BACK OF MOST CARS WITH FORWARD FACING SEATS.
GENERAL
· Do not attach the lower attachment connectors of two separate child
restraints to the same ISOFIX low anchorages in your car.
· Always attach the top tether strap to the child restraint upper anchorage in
your car. · Child restraint lower attachment connectors and the ISOFIX low
anchorages in your car
are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by a correctly fitted child
restraint. · Babies and children below 4 years old must not sit in the front
seat of a vehicle unless
allowable by the Regional Road Rules. Check your Regional Road Rules. ·
Protect all webbing from abrasion and cutting by sharp corners and edges. ·
The restraint should not be purchased or sold as a second hand item. It is
recommended
not to use child restraints older than 10 years as the protection in an
accident may be reduced. · THIS RESTRAINT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE WHERE THE
TOP TETHER STRAP MAY FALL INTO A SPLIT IN THE SEAT BACK OR OFF THE SIDE OF THE
SEAT. · Seatbelt extenders are not recommended to be used if the seatbelt is
not long enough to secure the child restraint. If seatbelts are too short then
seek advice from a child restraint fitter and consider their recommendations
before using a seatbelt extender. If you use a seatbelt extender then ensure
that the seatbelt buckle does not enter the rearward or forward facing belt
paths. · A rear facing child restraint should not be used in the front seat if
a passenger airbag is fitted and cannot be disabled. · Ensure babies and
toddlers are adequately shaded from direct sunlight through side or rear
windows. · Check the car is ventilated by opening windows or using the car’s
ventilation system taking in external air. Recirculation setting is not
suitable for providing ventilation. · THIS RESTRAINT MUST BE ATTACHED TO A
CHILD RESTRAINT UPPER ANCHORAGE POINT IN THE CAR. REFER TO CAR OWNER’S
HANDBOOK FOR LOCATION OF UPPER ANCHORAGE POINTS. REFER TO A CHILD RESTRAINT
FITTING STATION IF NO UPPER ANCHORAGE POINTS ARE IN THE MOTOR CAR. Refer to
pages 82 to 86.
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SHOULDER HEIGHT MARKERS
Shoulder height markers are featured clearly on the child seat (as seen in
diagram). The markers provide an indicator for when your child has outgrown
the child’s seat rearward or forward facing modes.
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SHOULDER HEIGHT MARKERS
Upper Height Marker
Middle Height Marker
Lower Height Marker
If your child’s shoulders are above the upper marker they have outgrown the
seat (see page 20).
Your child MUST be forward facing if their shoulders are above the middle
marker.
Your child can be rearward facing OR forward facing if their shoulders are between the lower and middle marker.
Britax® recommends using this restraint in rearward facing as long as possible.
Your child MUST be rearward facing if their shoulders are below lower marker.
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SHOULDER HEIGHT MARKERS
IMPORTANT: Follow this advice.
OR
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SHOULDER HEIGHT MARKERS
Child Use (Forward Facing)
Upper Height Marker Middle Height Marker
Older Baby (Rearward Facing) Middle Height Marker Lower Height Marker
OR
Older Baby (Forward Facing)
Middle Height Marker Lower Height Marker
Newborn (Rearward Facing) Lower Height Marker
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OUTGROWN YOUR CHILD SEAT
When your child has outgrown this seat, you can use: · A harnessed child seat
with in-built harness suitable for children approximately 6 months to 8 years
old.
· A convertible booster seat with in-built harness until approximately 4 years
old and then as a booster seat with vehicle lap-sash seatbelt until approx 6
to 8 years of age (or seatbelt and compatible child harness).
· Or a dedicated booster seat with vehicle lap-sash seatbelt until 6 to 8
years of age or until 8 to 10 years of age (or seatbelt and compatible child
harness).
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CHILD SEAT SUITABILITY GUIDE
CHILD SEAT SUITABILITY GUIDE These child restraints, when used correctly,
allow the driver to meet the Australian Road Rules in each state.
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CHILD SEAT FEATURES – REARWARD FACING
13
12
11
10
9 8
1. Adjustable Headrest 2. Shoulder Height Markers 3. Shoulder Pads 4. Infant
Insert 5. Harness 6. EZ Buckle 7. Harness Adjuster Button 22 Instructions for
Installation & Use
1
2
3 4 5 6
7
Harness adjuster button located Under cover
8. Rebound Bar 9. Harness Adjuster Strap (Lower) 10. Release Buckle (Red
button) 11. Buckle Tongue Holders 12. Seat Cover 13. Headrest Adjuster
CHILD SEAT FEATURES – REARWARD FACING
17 16
14 15
Front of vehicle
ISOFLEX® Connectors are stored on each side under the seat cover.
18 21
19 20
22
23
25
26
24
27
28 30
29
14. Vehicle’s Anchor Fitting 15. Attachment Clip 16. Top Tether Adjuster
Strap 17. Top Tether Adjuster 18. Top Tether and Instruction Manual
Storage Pocket 19. Advanced Side Impact Cushion
Technology (SICTTM) 20. Level Indicator 21. Recline foot
22. FORWARD FACING BELT PATH (Yellow) 23. Tension Indicator (Green when
activated) 24. REARWARD FACING BELT PATH (Blue) 25. Rebound Bar Release Button
ISOFLEX® CONNECTORS 26. ISOFLEX® Adjuster Strap 27. ISOFLEX® Adjuster 28.
ISOFLEX® Release Button 29. ISOFLEX® Connector 30. ISOFLEX® Connector
Indicator
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SETUP – GENERAL INFORMATION FOR REARWARD FACING
CHILD SEAT UPPER ANCHORAGE POINT
This child seat must be installed using the top tether. The top tether will need to attach to the appropriate upper anchorage point for both rearward and forward facing modes. Refer to the car owner’s handbook for anchorage locations or points. If your vehicle does not have an upper anchorage point then you will need to install an upper anchorage point. Refer to pages 82 to 86.
REARWARD FACING MEASUREMENTS
520mm Width 440mm
375mm
IS THERE ENOUGH ROOM ?
To ensure that the space is sufficient, the purchaser should check the
measurements between the vehicle’s rear and front seats in which the child
restraint is intended to be used for both rear facing mode and forward facing
mode.
Do not allow the front seat to alter the installed angle of the restraint.
DO NOT USE RESTRAINT IN REARWARD FACING MODE WITHOUT THE REBOUND BAR FULLY
EXTENDED.
Do not use the restraint without the top tether strap correctly attached.
DO NOT USE A REAR FACING CHILD RESTRAINT WHERE AN AIRBAG IS FITTED IN FRONT OF
THE SEATING POSITION.
Do not use on any vehicle seat which faces sideways or rearwards.
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SETUP – CONVERT TO REARWARD FACING
CONVERT TO REARWARD FACING MODE: To fully recline the child seat, 1 Step 1.
Move recline foot by pulling the
recline foot handle and rotating to the rearward facing position until the
foot locks into position.
Step 2. Check the blue segment on the recline
foot label is fully visible, to ensure the
2
seat is in rearward facing mode.
IMPORTANT:
Rebound bar must be used in rearward facing mode.
3
Step 3. Unbutton the front flap to expose the
rebound bar.
Step 4. Fully extend the rebound bar out
4
towards you and then lift upwards to
lock into place.
Instructions for Installation & Use 25
SETUP – SINESTTUAPLL-ININGSITNATLOLINYOGUINRTVOEHYOICULRE VEHICLE FOR REARWARD FACING FOR REARWARD FACING
6 Pull
Press 7
8
5 Press 5
Step 5. Press the harness adjuster button located under the trim.
Step 6. Place your hand under both shoulder harness straps, then pull shoulder
harness straps to lengthen.
Step 7. Disengage buckle by pressing the red button. Remove infant insert (if
fitted).
Step 8. Place buckle tongues into buckle tongue holders.
9
9
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POSITION IN YOUR VEHICLE
Step 9. Choose your vehicle seat position for rearward facing mode. Ensure
child seat is against vehicle seatback – the rebound bar does not need to
contact vehicle seatback. If desired, this gap may be packed (see page 29).
SETUP – INSTALLING INTO YOUR VEHICLE FOR REARWARD FACING
Do not have the seat too far away from the vehicle seat.
Top tether behind the child seat
Step 10. Allow top tether and clip to hang down from child seat until it is installed later.
10
Instructions for Installation & Use 27
SETUP – RECLINE ANGLE FOR REARWARD FACING
REARWARD FACING LEVEL INDICATOR: The Rearward Facing Level Indicator shows
when your child seat is installed at the correct angle for your vehicle. It
gives you confidence the child seat is positioned correctly whenever you
travel.
11
Step 11. Check the white arrow on the level indicator is within the required range
(either inside, or aligned to the edge of
the blue segment.)
IMPORTANT:
This indicator should only be used in rearward facing mode.
If the white arrow is not visible on the level indicator, re-check steps 1-10 to ensure correct placement. If this white arrow is still not visible, the child seat angle may be adjusted by placing firm packing between vehicle seat and base (page 29) OR seek professional installation advice.
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SETUP – RECLINE ANGLE FOR REARWARD FACING
Figure .A.
ANGULAR ADJUSTMENT OF CHILD SEAT Some vehicle seats have more rearward slope
than others. The angle may be adjusted by placing a firm packing between the
child seat and the underside of the base. Packing can be a firmly rolled up
towel (see figure A).
If the vehicle seat is flat then some packing may be required at the front
edge of the base to achieve the recline angle (see figure B).
Always check that the rearward facing level indicator confirms the correct
installation angle for rearward facing mode (see page 28).
Figure .B.
You are now ready to install your car seat
with either vehicle seat belt (see page 30) or ISOFLEX® installation go to
page 34
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SETUP – SEATBELT FOR REARWARD FACING
HOW TO INSTALL USING SEATBELT: Step 1. Remove infant insert (If fitted).
IMPORTANT – Ensure buckle tongues are placed into buckle tongue holders prior
to feeding through seatbelt.
1
Step 2. Lift out middle cover.
2
VEHICLE SEATBELT
Sash belt
Lap
belt
3
Step 3. Lengthen vehicle seatbelt.
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SETUP – SEATBELT FOR REARWARD FACING
Step 4. Feed vehicle seatbelt through blue REARWARD FACING BELT PATH guide.
4
Step 5. Continue feeding vehicle seatbelt through opposite blue REARWARD
FACING BELT PATH guide.
5 Step 6. Engage the vehicle seatbelt buckle and tongue without twists.
6
ENSURE THERE ARE NO TWISTS IN SEATBELT.
ENGAGE SECURELY.
NOTE: Seatbelt extenders should not be used if the seatbelt is not long enough to secure the child restraint. If they are used then the buckle must not enter the seating zone.
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SETUP – SEATBELT FOR REARWARD FACING
Apply pressure
Step 7. Now apply downward pressure onto the inner seat and remove all the seat belt slack by pulling the seat belt from the buckle side across the child seat and back into the retractor.
7
Remove slack
8 ALWAYS REMOVE SLACK FROM SEATBELT. ENSURE THERE ARE NO TWISTS IN SEATBELT.
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SETUP – SEATBELT FOR REARWARD FACING
Step 8. Re-check that the level indicator is still in the required range.
Refer to page 28.
9
Step 9. Refit middle cover and infant insert as required.
You have now successfully completed the seat belt installation and are now ready to install the top tether. Please got to page 36.
You do not need to ISOFLEX® install
10
with seatbelt.
A LOOSE INSTALLATION IS DANGEROUS.
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SETUP – ISOFLEX® FOR REARWARD FACING
Please ensure you have followed the steps on pages 25 – 29
Locate ISOFIX low anchors in the vehicle rear seat.
HOW TO INSTALL USING ISOFLEX®:
Step 1. Locate the ISOFIX Low Anchorages in the vehicle rear seat. If you
cannot locate the ISOFIX anchorages, check your vehicle owners manual.
1
Step 2. Unhook the clip from the cover to reveal the ISOFLEX® connectors
2
Step 3. Release both ISOFLEX® connectors on each side of the restraint, by
pressing the red button on the connectors.
3 Push button and release
Press 4 34 Instructions for Installation & Use
Step 4.
Press and hold the ISOFLEX® adjuster release button and pull the connector strap to fully lengthen. Repeat for the other connector.
SETUP – ISOFLEX® FOR REARWARD FACING
Step 5. Connect the ISOFLEX® connectors into
5
each ISOFIX low anchorage.
Give a firm tug on the connector to check it is securely fitted. Connectors may also show a green indicator on top.
Step 6. With the child seat in position, apply
firm pressure whilst pulling on adjuster
strap to remove all slack and tighten
the ISOFLEX® strap. Repeat on the
other side of the restraint. The two
tension indicators will show green
indicating minimum tension has been
6
applied.
Step 7. You have now successfully completed
the ISOFLEX® installation and are now
ready to install the top tether. Please
go to page 36.
You do not need to seatbelt install with ISOFLEX® .
ENSURE THERE ARE NO TWISTS IN ISOFLEX® CONNECTOR STRAPS.
ALWAYS REMOVE SLACK FROM ISOFLEX® STRAPS. 7 A LOOSE INSTALLATION IS DANGEROUS.
IMPORTANT:
Do not attach the lower attachment connectors of two separate child restraints
to the same ISOFIX low anchorages in your car. Always attach the top tether
strap to the child restraint upper anchorage in your car.
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SETUP – TOP TETHER FOR REARWARD FACING
Lengthen strap 2
Press 1
HOW TO INSTALL THE TOP TETHER
Step 1. Press top tether adjuster button. Step 2. Lengthen top tether strap
fully, ensure
all unnecessary twists are removed.
Step 3. Place the top tether over the vehicle
seatback, and if needed, remove the
vehicle headrest. If you cannot remove
the headrest, then ensure that the top
tether straps are placed on the
3
outer-sides of the headrest.
Step 4. Connect top tether attachment clip to
vehicle anchor fitting.
Check your vehicle manual for the
4
correct anchor fittings in your vehicle
.
5
Step 5. Pull top tether strap slack onto side of
adjuster.
ENSURE THE TOP TETHER STRAPS ARE NOT TWISTED TIGHTLY. A HALF TWIST IS ACCEPTABLE.
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SETUP – TOP TETHER FOR REARWARD FACING
IMPORTANT:
The top tether strap must be fitted at all times. Always secure the loose end
of the top tether strap to prevent it hanging out of the car or being
accessible by the child. THIS RESTRAINT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE WHERE THE TOP
TETHER STRAP MAY FALL INTO A SPLIT IN THE SEAT BACK OR OFF THE SIDE OF THE
SEAT. ALWAYS ATTACH TOP TETHER HOOK AND REMOVE SLACK IN THE TOP TETHER STRAP.
Take care to avoid contact with sharp objects which may damage the Top Tether
webbing (e.g. Vehicle Headrest poles and pole guides). Remove vehicle headrest
if necessary (Refer Vehicle Instruction Manual) Do not attach the top tether
of two separate child restraints to the same vehicle anchorage.
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SETUP – TOP TETHER FOR REARWARD FACING
Step 6. Ensure slack is removed from the top tether straps by pulling top
tether adjuster strap. Do not over tighten as it may cause your child seat to
lift.
6 ALWAYS REMOVE SLACK IN THE TOP TETHER AND STORE STRAP.
ENSURE THE TOP TETHER STRAPS ARE NOT TWISTED.
Step 7. Check angle of child seat is still correct. (See page 28).
Roll up to store
7
Step 8. Roll up any excess strap and store in the pocket provided on the top
tether strap.
8
CAUTION: CHILDREN CAN BE INJURED OR RESTRAINTS AND TOP TETHER STRAP DAMAGED BY
UNSECURED CARGO IN A COLLISION. SECURE OR REMOVE HAZARDOUS CARGO BEFORE USING
THIS CHILD RESTRAINT.
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SETUP – OPEN ADVANCED SIDE IMPACT CUSHION TECHNOLOGY FOR REARWARD FACING
OPEN ADVANCED SIDE IMPACT CUSHION TECHNOLOGY:
NOTE. The SICTTM system should not be used if the child seat is in the centre
position. For further information on SICTTM refer to page 13.
Step 1. Rotate the SICTTM anti clockwise to full extension on the preferred
door side. If at full extension the SICTTM makes contact with the vehicle
interior, reduce the extension by rotating clockwise, keeping it as close as
possible to full extension (finger clearance).
1
Step 2. Check the top tether route is above the SICTTM and not below.
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SETUP – HEADREST AND SHOULDER HARNESS FOR REARWARD FACING
Lengthen strap 2
Press 1
HOW TO USE – HEADREST AND SHOULDER HARNESS: Step 1. Press top tether adjuster
button and
Step 2. Lengthen top tether strap fully (if desired).
4 Pull
3 Press
Lift
5 Press
Step 3. Press harness adjuster button (located under trim.)
Step 4. Place your hand under both shoulder harness straps, then pull shoulder
harness straps to lengthen.
Step 5. Disengage the buckle by pressing the red button.
Step 6. Lift lever to adjust headrest/harness slots.
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Step 7. Place buckle tongues into buckle tongue holders.
7
Flat back rest
Curved seat base 8
9 Harness Straps not below green zone
Above Shoulder Level
Step 8. Place baby into the child seat. Ensure your baby is positioned with
their back flat against the back rest and their bottom correctly positioned
into the curved seat base.
Step 9. Check the headrest and shoulder slot position is level with the
shoulders but not below. The shoulder straps must be in the slots which are
nearest to the child’s shoulders but not lower than the child’s shoulders.
Always adjust the height of the shoulder straps as the child grows.
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SETUP – HEADREST AND SHOULDER HARNESS FOR REARWARD FACING
Tongue Buckle
Shoulder Strap Lap strap
Step 10. Engage Buckle.
ENSURE BUCKLE IS ALWAYS CONNECTED DURING USE.
10
ENSURE ALL HARNESS STRAPS ARE
NOT TWISTED.
11
Step 11. Remove all slack from the lap strap area (including behind baby’s bottom),
by pulling up on the shoulder straps.
Step 12. Pull harness adjuster strap to tighten. Ensure a firm but comfortable
fit.
12 ENSURE ALL HARNESS SLACK IS REMOVED.
Pull Step 13. Remove slack from the top tether straps by pulling the top tether adjuster strap.
WARNING: DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED IN THE CAR.
Do not harness an infant wrapped in a blanket or swaddled as this increases
the risk of ejection and injury or death in a crash. The harness needs to fit
firmly to the baby, any blanket or other covering may be placed over the
harness after it is adjusted. Arms and legs must be free and not bound or
wrapped together. The legs must sit on each side of the crotch strap. 42
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SETUP – REMOVE CHILD FROM CHILD SEAT FOR REARWARD FACING
Lengthen strap 2
REMOVING CHILD FROM SEAT:
Step 1. Press top tether adjuster button and Step 2. Lengthen top tether strap
fully.
Press 1
4 Pull
5 Press
Step 3. Loosen shoulder harness straps by pressing the harness adjuster button
(located under trim).
Step 4. Pull both shoulder harness straps evenly.
3 Press
Step 5. Disengage buckle by pressing red button.
Step 6. Place harness buckles in buckle tongue holder.
Step 7. Lift child from the child seat. 6
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SETUP – CLOSE ADVANCED SIDE IMPACT CUSHION TECHNOLOGY FOR REARWARD FACING
CLOSE ADVANCED SIDE IMPACT CUSHION TECHNOLOGY: Step 1. Rotate clockwise to
close. 1
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SETUP – REMOVE CHILD SEAT FROM VEHICLE FOR REARWARD FACING SEATBELT
Please ensure you have followed the step 1 on page 44.
1 Press
REMOVING CHILD SEAT FROM VEHICLE: Step 1. Press top tether adjuster button and
Step 2 . Lengthen top tether strap fully.
Lengthen strap
Pull 2
Step 3. Disconnect top tether attachment clip from vehicle anchorage fitting.
3
Step 4. Disengage the vehicle seatbelt buckle.
4
Step 5. Remove infant insert (if fitted).
IMPORTANT – Ensure buckle tongues are
placed into buckle tongue holders.
5
Step 6. Lift out middle cover.
Step 7. Remove vehicle seatbelt from blue
REARWARD FACING BELT PATH.
6
7
Step 8. Press the blue release rebound bar
button to unlock the rebound bar.
Store the rebound bar away.
8
Press
Step 9. Re-attach the flap at the front of the child seat.
9
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SETUP – REMOVE CHILD SEAT FROM VEHICLE FOR REARWARD FACING ISOFLEX®
Please ensure you have followed the step 1 on page 44.
1 Press
REMOVING CHILD SEAT FROM VEHICLE:
Step 1. Press top tether adjuster button and Step 2 . Lengthen top tether
strap fully.
Lengthen strap
Pull 2
Step 3. Disconnect top tether attachment clip from vehicle anchorage fitting.
3
Step 4. Press the ISOFLEX® adjuster button to release tension on the straps,
lengthen fully. Repeat on both connectors.
4
Press
Step 5. Press the red connector button and remove the ISOFLEX® connectors from the vehicle.
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Step 6.
Adjust each ISOFLEX® strap to the shortest length and engage each ISOFLEX® connector onto its storage pin.
6
Step 7. Pull trim over ISOFLEX® connectors and hook into place. Store excess
straps under the trim.
7
Step 8. Press the blue release rebound bar
8
button to unlock the rebound bar.
Store the rebound bar away.
Press
Step 9. Re-attach the flap at the front of the child seat.
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CHILD SEAT FEATURES – FORWARD FACING
11
10 9 8
1
2
3
4
5 6 7
Harness adjuster button located Under cover
1. Adjustable Headrest 2. Shoulder Height Markers 3. Shoulder Pads (If supplied) 4. Harness 5. Release Buckle (Red button) 6. Harness Adjuster Button
7. Harness Adjuster Strap (Lower) 8. EZ Buckle (If supplied) 9. Seat Cover 10. Buckle Tongue Holders (If supplied) 11. Headrest Adjuster
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14
ISOFLEX® Connectors are stored on each side under the seat cover.
13 12 15 16 17
21 22 23
24
26
25
20
18
19
Front of vehicle
12. Vehicle’s Anchor Fitting 13. Attachment Clip 14. Top Tether Adjuster
Strap 15. Top Tether Adjuster 16. Top Tether Storage Pocket and
Instruction Manual Location 17. Advanced Side Impact Cushion
Technology (SICTTM) 18. FORWARD FACING BELT PATH (Yellow) 19. Recline foot
20. Tension Indicator (Green when activated) 21. REARWARD FACING BELT PATH (Blue) ISOFLEX® CONNECTORS 22. ISOFLEX® Adjuster Strap 23. ISOFLEX® Adjuster 24. ISOFLEX® Release Button 25. ISOFLEX® Connector 26. ISOFLEX® Connector Indicator
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SETUP – GENERAL INFORMATION FOR FORWARD FACING
425mm
FORWARD FACING MEASUREMENTS
Width 440mm
685mm
IS THERE ENOUGH ROOM ? To ensure that the space is sufficient, the purchaser
should check the measurements between the vehicle’s rear and front seats in
which the child restraint is intended to be used for forward facing mode.
TRANSITION FROM REARWARD FACING TO FORWARD FACING MODE:
Step 1. Remove infant insert. Shoulder pads and crotch pad may continue to be
used if required.
1
2
Step 2. Press the blue release rebound bar
button to unlock the rebound bar and
slide back into the recess.
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SETUP – FORWARD FACING RECLINE POSITIONS
Step 3. Reattach the flaps and press down the studs.
3
4 Step 4. Set recline foot to forward facing mode by pulling the recline foot
handle and rotating to the desired position and allow the foot to lock into
place.
Pull
Then
rotate
DO NOT USE RESTRAINT IN FORWARD FACING MODE WITH THE REBOUND BAR PULLED OUT.
Do not use the restraint without the top tether strap correctly attached. If
an airbag is fitted in the desired seating position where the child restraint
is fitted, follow the vehicle manufacturer’s warnings and instructions.
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SETUP – INSTALLING INTO YOUR VEHICLE FOR FORWARD FACING
INSTALLING INTO YOUR VEHICLE: Step 1. Choose vehicle seat position.
1 Step 2. Ensure child seat is against vehicle seatback and top tether is not
trapped behind seat. Place top tether and attachment clip over back of vehicle
seat towards anchor fitting. See page 54 for Forward facing seatbelt
installation or page 56 for Forward facing ISOFLEX® installation.
2
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3 Press
Step 3. Press harness adjuster button.
Step 4. Place your hand under both shoulder harness straps, then pull shoulder
harness straps to lengthen.
4 Pull
5 Press
Step 5. Disengage buckle by pressing red button.
Step 6. Place buckle tongues into buckle tongue holders.
6
VEHICLE SEATBELT
Sash belt
Lap
belt
7
Step 7. Lengthen vehicle seatbelt. Instructions for Installation & Use 53
SETUP – SEATBELT FOR FORWARD FACING
HOW TO INSTALL SEATBELT: Step 1. Lengthen vehicle seatbelt and feed
vehicle seatbelt through yellow FORWARD FACING BELT PATH guide.
ENSURE THE SEATBELT STRAPS ARE NOT TWISTED.
1
Step 2. Feed the seatbelt across and out the opposite guide. Ensure seatbelt
is behind child seat harness straps and is under the beltpath hooks.
2
Step 3. Ensure the lap part of the seatbelt is under the hooks inside the belt
path.
Under hook
3
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Engage buckle
4
Step 4. Engage the vehicle seatbelt buckle and tongue without twists.
Step 5. Apply downward pressure onto the inner seat area and remove all the
seat belt slack by pulling the seat belt from the buckle side across the child
seat and back into the retractor.
5 Step 6. You are now ready to install top tether. Refer to page 58. ALWAYS
REMOVE SLACK FROM SEATBELT. ENSURE THERE ARE NO TWISTS IN SEATBELT.
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SETUP – ISOFLEX® FOR FORWARD FACING
Please ensure you have followed the steps on pages 50 – 53 HOW TO INSTALL USING ISOFLEX®:
Locate the ISOFIX low anchors in the vehicle rear seat.
Step 1. Locate the ISOFIX Low Anchorages in the vehicle rear seat. If you cannot locate the ISOFIX anchorages, check your vehicle owners manual.
1
Step 2. Unhook the clip from the cover to reveal the ISOFLEX® connectors.
2
Step 3. Release both ISOFLEX® connectors on each side of the restraint, by
pressing the red button on the connectors.
3
Press button
Step 4.
Press and hold the ISOFLEX® adjuster release button and pull the connector strap to fully lengthen. Repeat for the other connector.
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5
Step 5. Connect the ISOFLEX® connectors into
each ISOFIX low anchorage.
Give a firm tug on the connector to
check it is securely fitted. Connectors
may also show a green indicator on
top.
Step 6. With the child seat in position, apply
firm pressure whilst pulling on adjuster
strap to remove all slack and tighten
the ISOFLEX® strap. Repeat on the
other side of the restraint. The two
tension indicators will show green
6
indicating minimum tension has been applied.
Step 7. You have now successfully completed the ISOFLEX® installation and are now ready to install the top tether. Please got to page 58. You do not need to seatbelt install with ISOFLEX® .
ENSURE THERE ARE NO TWISTS IN
7
ISOFLEX® CONNECTOR STRAPS.
ALWAYS REMOVE SLACK FROM ISOFLEX® STRAPS.
A LOOSE INSTALLATION IS DANGEROUS.
IMPORTANT:
Do not attach the lower attachment connectors of two separate child restraints
to the same ISOFIX low anchorages in your car. Always attach the top tether
strap to the child restraint upper anchorage in your car.
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SETUP – TOP TETHER FOR FORWARD FACING
HOW TO INSTALL THE TOP TETHER:
1 Press
Step 1. Press top tether adjuster button.
Step 2. Lengthen top tether strap fully, ensure all unnecessary twists are
removed.
Pull 2
Step 3. Place the top tether over the vehicle backseat, and if needed, remove the vehicle headrest. If you cannot remove the headrest, then ensure that the top tether straps are placed on the outer-sides of the headrest.
3
Step 4. Connect top tether attachment clip to vehicle anchor fitting. Check your vehicle manual for the correct anchor fittings in your vehicle.
4
ENSURE THE TOP TETHER STRAPS ARE
NOT TWISTED TIGHTLY. A HALF TWIST IS
ACCEPTABLE.
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SETUP – TOP TETHER FOR FORWARD FACING
5
6 Roll up to store
Step 5. Ensure slack is removed from the top tether straps by pulling top
tether adjuster strap. Do not over tighten as it may cause your child seat to
lift.
ALWAYS REMOVE SLACK IN THE TOP TETHER AND STORE STRAP.
ENSURE THE TOP TETHER STRAPS ARE NOT TWISTED.
Step 6. Roll up any excess strap and store in the pocket provided on the top
tether strap.
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SETUP – TOP TETHER FOR FORWARD FACING
CAUTION: CHILDREN CAN BE INJURED OR RESTRAINTS AND TOP TETHER STRAP DAMAGED BY
UNSECURED CARGO IN A COLLISION. SECURE OR REMOVE HAZARDOUS CARGO BEFORE USING
THIS CHILD RESTRAINT.
IMPORTANT:
The top tether strap must be fitted at all times. Always secure the loose end
of the top tether strap to prevent it hanging out of the car or being
accessible by the child. THIS RESTRAINT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE WHERE THE TOP
TETHER STRAP MAY FALL INTO A SPLIT IN THE SEAT BACK OR OFF THE SIDE OF THE
SEAT.
ALWAYS ATTACH TOP TETHER HOOK AND REMOVE SLACK IN THE TOP TETHER STRAP.
Take care to avoid contact with sharp objects which may damage the Top Tether
webbing (e.g. Vehicle Headrest poles and pole guides). Remove vehicle headrest
if necessary (Refer Vehicle Instruction Manual) Do not attach the top tether
of two separate child restraints to the same vehicle anchorage.
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SETUP – OPEN ADVANCED SIDE IMPACT CUSHION TECHNOLOGY FOR FORWARD FACING
OPEN ADVANCED SIDE IMPACT CUSHION TECHNOLOGY:
NOTE. The SICTTM system should not be used if the child seat is in the centre
position. For further information on SICTTM refer to page 13.
Step 1. Rotate the SICTTM anti clockwise to full extension on the preferred door side for both the torso and headrest.
Headrest SICTTM should only
be used if it is exposed in the 4
highest positions of the headrest.
If at full extension the SICTTM makes
contact with the vehicle interior, reduce
1
the extension by rotating clockwise,
keeping it as close as possible to full
extension (finger clearance).
Ensure the vehicle seatbelt does not overlap the SICT.
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SETUP – HEADREST AND SHOULDER HARNESS FOR FORWARD FACING
2 Press
HOW TO USE – HEADREST AND SHOULDER HARNESS: Step 1. Press harness adjuster
button.
Step 2. Place your hand under both shoulder harness straps, then pull shoulder
harness straps to lengthen.
1 Pull
3 Press Lift
Step 3. Disengage buckle by pressing red button.
Step 4. Lift lever to adjust headrest/harness slots. You can remove the
vehicle headrest if it interferes with the seat’s headrest.
4
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Step 5. Place buckle tongues into buckle tongue holders.
5
Step 6. Place child into child seat. Ensure your child sits fully back without
slouching.
6
7 Harness Straps not below green zone
2S5hmomuldbeerloLwevel to
Step 7. The shoulder straps must be in the slots which are nearest to the
child’s shoulders, but not more than 25mm below the child’s shoulders.
Always adjust the height of the shoulder straps as the child grows.
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SETUP – HEADREST AND SHOULDER HARNESS FOR FORWARD FACING
Tongue Buckle
Shoulder Strap Lap strap
Step 8. Engage Buckle
ENSURE BUCKLE IS ALWAYS CONNECTED DURING USE.
8 ENSURE ALL HARNESS STRAPS ARE NOT TWISTED.
9
Step 9. Remove all slack from the lap strap area (including behind child’s bottom),
by pulling up on the shoulder straps.
Step 10. Pull harness adjuster strap to
10
tighten.
Ensure a firm but comfortable fit.
ENSURE ALL HARNESS SLACK IS
REMOVED. Pull
WARNING: DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED IN THE CAR.
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SETUP – REMOVE CHILD SEAT FROM VEHICLE FOR FORWARD FACING SEATBELT
2 Pull
REMOVING CHILD FROM CHILD SEAT: Step 1. Loosen shoulder harness straps by
pressing the harness adjuster button.
Step 2. Pull both shoulder harness straps evenly.
1 Press 3 Press
Step 3. Disengage buckle by pressing red button.
Step 4. Place harness buckles in buckle tongue holder.
Step 5. Remove child from child seat.
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SETUP – CLOSE ADVANCED SIDE IMPACT CUSHION TECHNOLOGY FOR FORWARD FACING
CLOSE ADVANCED SIDE IMPACT CUSHION TECHNOLOGY: Step 1. Rotate clockwise to
close. 1
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SETUP – REMOVE CHILD SEAT FROM VEHICLE FOR FORWARD FACING SEATBELT
Please ensure you have followed the step 1 on page 66. HOW TO REMOVE SEAT FROM VEHICLE:
1 Press
Step 1. Press top tether adjuster button and Step 2. Lengthen top tether strap fully.
Pull 2 3
Step 3. Disconnect top tether attachment clip from vehicle anchorage fitting.
Step 4. Disengage the vehicle seatbelt buckle.
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SETUP – REMOVE CHILD SEAT FROM VEHICLE FOR FORWARD FACING SEATBELT
Step 5. Lift open cover from the middle panel.
5 Step 6. Remove vehicle seatbelt from yellow Forward Facing Belt Path.
Replace middle cover.
6
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SETUP – REMOVE CHILD SEAT FROM VEHICLE FOR FORWARD FACING ISOFLEX®
Please ensure you have followed the step 1 on page 66.
1 Press
REMOVING CHILD SEAT FROM VEHICLE: Step 1. Press top tether adjuster button and
Step 2. Lengthen top tether strap fully.
Pull 2
Step 3. Disconnect top tether attachment clip from vehicle anchorage fitting.
3
Step 4. Press the ISOFLEX® adjuster button to release tension on the straps,
lengthen fully. Repeat on both connectors.
4
Press
Step 5. Press the red connector button and remove the ISOFLEX® connectors from the vehicle.
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SETUP – REMOVE CHILD SEAT FROM VEHICLE FOR FORWARD FACING ISOFLEX®
Step 6.
Adjust the ISOFLEX® strap to the shortest length and engage each ISOFLEX® connector onto its storage pin.
6
Step 7. Pull cover over ISOFLEX® connectors and hook into place.
7
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
REGULAR CARE OF THIS RESTRAINT:
Please check the following items regularly to ensure the safety of your child.
A.
Check the condition of the harness straps, i.e. No damage or fraying.
B.
Check the condition of the seat structure, i.e. No cracks or other forms of damage.
C.
Check the harness adjuster is operating correctly.
D.
Ensure the buckle is free of fluff, liquid or other matter that may enter the buckle
opening. Clean the buckle if it is difficult to engage. See next page.
Immediate repair is required if any of the above issues are observed. Contact Britax® Customer Service 1300 303 330.
E.
Regularly check the restraint components, straps and other fitments for correct
function and condition. If faulty, cease using and seek repair by Britax®.
F.
Protect all webbing from abrasion and cutting by sharp corners and edges.
G.
Regularly vacuum under the seat cover to remove accumulated food etc. Pay
particular attention to Lower Adjuster area as food ingress can allow webbing to slip.
CLEANING CHILD SEAT
HARDWARE: Use only mild soap to clean all metal and plastic parts of your
child’s restraint, using a damp sponge or cloth. Do not use chemicals or
cleaning agents. Do not try to place any hardware into a washing machine.
STRAPS/HARNESS: We recommend spot cleaning straps and harness with a damp sponge or cloth using only cold or warm water. Never place any straps or harness into a washing machine or tumble dryer.
WASHING CARE FOR COVER
·
GENTLE COLD MACHINE WASH
·
DO NOT BLEACH, SOAK OR WRING
·
DO NOT TUMBLE DRY
·
DO NOT DRYCLEAN
·
DRY FLAT IN SHADE
·
DO NOT IRON
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
BUCKLE OPERATION To ensure the buckle remains operational, the inside of the
buckle must be kept free of liquids, sand, dirt, fluff, food or similar
substances. If the buckle is not operating or you do not hear a strong audible
click when the second tongue is inserted then the buckle needs to be washed or
replaced. The buckle is fully engaged when both tongues are inserted and a
‘click’ is heard. Contact Customer Service for assistance.
CLEAN HARNESS BUCKLE: If sticky liquids such as baby formula, fruit juice,
etc. get inside your harness buckle, it may become sluggish. An indication of
a sluggish harness buckle is that you cannot hear a click when engaging the
second harness tongue. To restore the harness buckle to good working order it
needs to be cleaned as follows:
Cover A
Body 3-bar slide
B Click
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A. To remove the harness buckle from the restraint: From the underside of the
child seat pull out each metal 3-bar slides. Turn each metal 3-bar slide on
its side and push back through the slots, aligning the slide to pass through
all slots in hardware.
B. Place the harness buckle under warm (max. 40 degrees celsius) running water
as shown below. Let the water run through the mouth of the buckle for five
minutes. Check the harness buckle is clean by engaging the harness tongues and
buckle several times until you hear a click.
C. If you still cannot hear a strong audible click then repeat the cleaning
process several times.
D. Refit the harness buckle to the restraint ensuring the red button facing
outwards and the 3-bar slide is fed through the same slots.
If the harness buckle cannot be returned to its original working condition
then contact Britax® Customer Service for assistance.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE – REMOVE COVER
TO REMOVE COVER FOR WASH: NOTE: There is no need to disconnect the shoulder
harness assembly straps from restraint. Step 1. Remove the restraint from
vehicle. Step 2. Disengage the harness tongues from
the harness buckle. Step 3. Remove any accessories, infant
insert, crotch pad and shoulder pads (if supplied). 1 TO REMOVE HEADREST
COVER: Step 1. Lift headrest to the highest position and unclip press studs on
both sides, then unhook clips on both sides attached under headrest wings.
1
Step 2. Behind the headrest reveal the hidden elastic, lift out and remove
elastic over and away from headrest.
Step 3. Peel headrest cover away. 2
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE – REMOVE COVER
TO REMOVE COVER: Step 1. With the headrest lifted to the highest
position, open the door at the back of the child seat.
1 Step 2. Locate and unhook the elastic loops.
2 Step 3. Recline child seat to reveal elastic loops at the lower front of the
child seat and detach from hooks.
3
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Step 4. Unclip press studs from middle cover of child seat and crotch buckle.
4 Step 5. Unhook the clip from the cover to reveal the ISOFLEX® connectors.
5
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE – REPLACE COVER
TO REPLACE COVER:
Stretch the cover over the headrest and harness adjuster button. Ensure none of the harness straps are twisted.
Step 1. Recline child seat to reveal hook at the
1
lower front of the child seat and attach elastic loops.
Step 2. Pull the adjuster strap through the cover.
2
Step 3. Lift headrest to the highest position. Open door at the back of the
child seat.
3
Step 4. Attach elastic loops to hooks provided.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE – REPLACE COVER
TO REPLACE COVER:
Step 5. With the headrest lifted to the highest
5
position, close the door at the back of
the child seat.
Make sure when closing the door, that
the harness straps are not in the way
of the clip when you are attaching the
clip to the bar.
Step 6. Attach press studs to middle cover found inside child seat and crotch
buckle.
6
Step 7. Pull cover over ISOFLEX® connectors and hook into place.
7
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE – REPLACE COVER
TO REPLACE HEADREST COVER:
Step 1. Lift headrest to the highest position. Stretch headrest cover over
headrest.
Step 2. Replace elastic behind headrest into the recess.
2
Step 3. Attach press studs and hook the clips under headrest wings.
3
ONLY USE BRITAX® SEAT COVERS AND ACCESSORIES THAT ARE DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR
USE WITH THIS PRODUCT.
VERY IMPORTANT: Only replace the cover with Britax® supplied replacement cover
with identical shoulder height markers or a replacement cover meeting AS/NZS
8005.
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ACCESSORIES
The following instructions apply to accessories that may be supplied with this restraint at point of purchase. The accessories are for comfort use only. Use of aftermarket accessories, which are accessories not provided with this child restraint, can reduce the safety provided by the child restraint and may cause injury or death. Always follow the instructions covering the use of accessories provided with this child seat and the instructions provided with the accessory. If an aftermarket accessory is used that is not recommended by Britax®, ensure that the accessory is compliant with AS/NZS 8005 and is stated as suitable for use with this specific child restraint.
Shoulder Pads
EZ Buckle
SHOULDER PADS (If supplied)
Shoulder Pads give extra comfort for your child when using the harness.
They’re easy to remove and it makes washing them a breeze – unclip the studs
to clean them and fit them back onto the shoulder harness straps once done.
EZ BUCKLE (If supplied)
The EZ Buckle makes it easier to place your child in and out of the child seat. It prevents your child from sitting on the buckle when seated in both rearward and forward facing modes.
A
To remove
Feed the crotch buckle through the EZ buckle
slot. Remove EZ Buckle.
To replace
Feed EZ Buckle through base cover front slot.
Feed crotch buckle through EZ buckle slot. EZ
Buckle is behind the buckle. See illustration C.
B
C
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INFANT INSERTS (If supplied)
For use until infant reaches the lower height marker (approx 18mth old)
There are 3 types of infant inserts:
Infant Insert
Designed to provide additional support for smaller babies. Discontinue use at the lower height marker or when the insert is a tight fit or creates discomfort for larger babies.
The Flexi Infant Comfort Insert
Designed to support smaller babies. The wings/side panels can be easily detached by unclipping the press studs, allowing you the flexibility to keep or remove panels as your baby grows. Discontinue use at the lower height marker or when the insert is a tight fit or creates discomfort for larger babies.
Newborn Insert
Designed to offer maximum support for smaller babies. The Newborn Insert can be used `stacked’ on top of either the Infant Insert or the Flexi Infant Comfort Insert or it can be used on its own. Discontinue use at the lower height marker or when your baby no longer requires the additional support.
To replace infant insert
A.
Disconnect the buckle and place the
insert under the shoulder and lap
straps.
B.
Feed the crotch strap through the insert
and re-connect buckle.
C.
If using the Flexi Infant Comfort Insert,
re-attached side wings if required.
Long Vehicle Seat Protector (If supplied)
‘A’ Pocket
Short Vehicle Seat Protector (If supplied)
‘A’ Pocket
Note: Some Vehicle Seat Protector may not have pockets.
ACCESSORIES
VEHICLE SEAT PROTECTOR (If supplied)
The Vehicle Seat Protector has been specifically designed to protect your
vehicle seat when using your child seat.
Place pocket on edge of seat, smooth back toward seat join (‘A’) and fit in
any excess Vehicle Seat Protector into the join of the child seat (‘A’).
CAUTION:
The Vehicle Seat Protector pocket is designed for small, light items. To avoid
damage do not overload the pocket.
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INSTALLATION OF VEHICLE UPPER ANCHOR POINT
Consult the vehicle owner’s handbook for location of anchorage fittings or
anchorage points and the possible use of spacers. Some vehicles may have an
anchor fitting fitted by the vehicle manufacturer. If anchorage points cannot
be found refer to car manufacturer or local child restraint fitting station or
traffic authority for optimum position of upper anchorage point and the use of
spacers. TOP TETHER STRAP
IMPORTANT:
THE ATTACHMENT CLIP COVER MUST ALWAYS BE USED AS IT PREVENTS THE RISK OF
INCORRECT FITMENT OF THE ATTACHMENT CLIP TO THE UPPER ANCHORAGE POINT. BEFORE
EACH USE OF THE RESTRAINT ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE ATTACHMENT CLIP IS CORRECTLY
ENGAGED TO THE UPPER ANCHORAGE POINT AND NOT HOOKED TO OR FITTED TO, ANY OTHER
OBJECT. THIS IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT IN VEHICLES SUCH AS STATION WAGONS, VANS,
HATCH BACKS OR VEHICLES WITHOUT A FIXED PARCEL SHELF, SINCE THE ANCHOR POINT
IS USUALLY NOT VISIBLE.
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION NOTE:
In some vehicles the upper anchorage point in the rear vertical panel can only
be installed in one way. Please refer to vehicle owner’s handbook or a child
restraint fitting station for correct method.
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INSTALLATION OF VEHICLE UPPER ANCHOR POINT
Extension Straps Length 300mm (Use Britax Safe-n-Sound® part 0035 or 0291). Length 600mm (Use Britax Safe-n-Sound® part 0036 or 0290). Available from all major child restraint retailers.
45°
Measure distance from
restraint upper anchorage
attachment clip to the car
anchor fitting.
Adjustable top tether strap.
Front of vehicle
The shaded areas of this diagram illustrate the possible locations of the
upper anchorage point (car anchor fitting). Within each shaded area is an
upper anchorage point showing the correct way to install the fitting. Ensure
the upper anchorage point is aligned as illustrated unless stated otherwise in
the vehicle owner’s handbook.
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INSTALLATION OF VEHICLE UPPER ANCHOR POINT
UPPER ANCHORAGE FITTING
Fig.1.
Attachment Bolt
Lock washer
Anchor fitting
Vehicle trim
Spacer(s) if required
Vehicle metal structure
Front of vehicle
UPPER ANCHORAGE FITTINGS FOR SEDANS ONLY
Fig.2.
Attachment Bolt
Vehicle trim
Anchor fitting
Spacer(s) if required Vehicle metal structure Reinforcing washer (cone
downwards).
Lock washer Secure nut
IF THE CAR IS FITTED WITH A CHILD RESTRAINT UPPER ANCHORAGE POINT
Locate the upper anchorage point behind the rear seating position (Consult the
car owners handbook for the location of the upper anchorage point). The upper
anchorage point should be directly behind and central to the restraint. Remove
thread plug from the parcel shelf/floor/roof, etc. and install attachment bolt
and fitting as shown in Fig 1.
CAUTION: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN ATTACHMENT BOLT. OVERTIGHTENING MAY FRACTURE OR
BREAK BOLT. MAXIMUM TORQUE IS 20 Nm(14.75 ft.lb.)
Note: Minimum of five full turns of attachment bolt is required before
tightening force is applied.
IF THE CAR IS NOT FITTED WITH A CHILD RESTRAINT UPPER ANCHORAGE POINTS
For Sedans only – Drill 9mm diameter hole in the parcel shelf on the centre
line of the seating position as shown in Fig 3. Before drilling the hole,
check the underside for accessibility. Install the attachment bolt as shown in
Fig 2. It is recommended that this installation be carried out by a child
restraint fitting station or licenced motor mechanic.
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INSTALLATION OF VEHICLE UPPER ANCHOR POINT
For vehicles other than Sedans – In Australia, consult your nearest child restraint fitting station or traffic authority for vehicle inspection to find the best, correct position for the placement of the upper anchorage point, and for the correct attachment bolt length and use of spacers. In New Zealand, consult the agent for the vehicle. Note to Queensland purchasers: The installation of anchorage points must be approved by authorised officers appointed by Queensland Transport. Authorised officers can be sourced from all Queensland Transport Customer Service and Queensland Ambulance Service Centres.
NOTE: Marking on the top of a Grade 5 Bolt. Do not use any bolt without these marks.
ONLY USE A 5/16 UNC GRADE 5 BOLT. IF THE BOLT IS NOT THE CORRECT LENGTH THE CAR MANUFACTURER’S HAND BOOK CAN PROVIDE ADVICE ON THE CORRECT LENGTH BOLT.
Front of vehicle
200mm min.
Fig.3.
Centre line of seating position
CHILD RESTRAINTS MUST NOT BE ATTACHED TO UNSOUND METAL OR TO WOOD, OR SYNTHETIC STRUCTURES. WHEN DRILLING 9 MM HOLE DO NOT DRILL THROUGH FUEL LINES, FUEL TANKS, ELECTRICAL WIRING, OR RADIO SPEAKERS. WEBBING STRAPS MUST BE PROTECTED FROM SHARP CORNERS AND EDGES. THE ANCHOR FITTING MUST BE USED ONLY AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. IT MUST NOT BE HOOKED ONTO ANY OTHER OBJECT.
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INSTALLATION OF VEHICLE UPPER ANCHOR POINT
CAR INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES (From retailers of Britax Safe-n-Sound® products)
EXTRA ANCHOR KITS: Available for using the restraint in additional cars. Re-
order no: 0038 or 0289 EXTENSION STRAPS: May be required for cars without a
fixed parcel shelf. Re-order no: 0035 or 0291 (Length 300mm) or
0036 or 0290 (Length 600mm)
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IN CASE OF ACCIDENT
CRASH EXCHANGE
We would never want you to experience an accident, but unfortunately accidents
do happen. If you experience an accident you may be eligible for a free
replacement. The Britax Safe-n-Sound® Crash Exchange Program is a voluntary
program designed to ensure our children are safe and that any seat that may
have experienced a severe crash is taken out of the market. There is no method
of determining if the restraint has been damaged in a severe crash, so the
restraint should be destroyed as the crash may reduce the child restraint’s
ability to perform. Since its inception in 2006, the Crash Exchange program
has helped hundreds of families ensure their children have new restraints and
that the restraints are not sold second hand placing others at risk. If your
restraint has been involved in a severe crash, you should destroy the
restraint even if no damage is obvious. Restraints are eligible for exchange
if they have been involved in a severe crash in Australia or New Zealand and
meet all stated criteria. (A severe crash is considered as being one where the
main body structure of the vehicle is distorted). The Britax Safe-n-Sound®
child safety restraints are available for exchange under this program.
Contact your insurance company for further details. Your insurance company may
require you to keep the child restraint for assessment, but do not use the
child restraint after a severe crash. Refer to the Britax® crash exchange
website for more details. Our Crash Exchange Terms and Application form are
accessible on our website. Please visit britax.com.au for further information.
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IN CASE OF ACCIDENT
NOTICE TO INSURANCE COMPANY CHILD RESTRAINT INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT All Britax
Safe-n-Sound® child restraints are manufactured to Australian/New Zealand
Standards AS/NZS1754-2013 which require us to advise users of child restraints
to “Destroy the entire restraint if it has been in use in a severe crash, even
if no damage is obvious”. The joint Australian/New Zealand Standards committee
CS/85, advise that this statement applies whether a child was in the child
restraint or not. A severe crash, we consider as being one where the main body
structure of the vehicle is distorted. There is no method of determining if
the restraint has been damaged and we concur with the Australian/New Zealand
Standards in recommending destruction of the child restraint. This notice is
to advise you of the requirements of the Australian/New Zealand Standards and
our obligation in complying with the standards. Please assist the owner of
this restraint in their claim.
AUSTRALIA Britax® Childcare Pty. Ltd. A.B.N 55 006 773 600 Head office and
registered address: Level 4, 650 Lorimer Street, Port Melbourne, VIC, 3207
P.O. Box 5119 Garden City, VIC, 3207 Customer Service 1300 303 330 Email au-
support@britax.com britax.com.au
NEW ZEALAND Britax® Childcare (NZ) Ltd. Customer Service 0508 688 822 Email
nzoffice@britax.com britax.com.nz
INTERNATIONAL ENQUIRIES Contact your local Distributor 88 Instructions for
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Series No. BS3800A-i20133 Scan QR code for features, how to use and
installation.
WARRANTY Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the
Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a
major failure and compensation for any other reasonable foreseeable loss or
damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the
goods fail to be acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major
failure. For the full terms of the Warranty refer to the Britax® website
www.britax.com.au/service-support/warranty In our constant pursuit of
excellence we may alter this product and specification without notice. This
product may be covered by Australian and International patents and designs or
pending applications. Safe-n-Sound® is a registered trademark and all
Safe-n-Sound® model names are trademarks of Britax® Childcare Pty Ltd
P/No.2203454/A
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