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- Page 1 Read all instructions BEFORE assembly and USE of product. KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE. Close to You ™ Infant Carrier Owner's Manual IS0121.E ©2014 Artsana USA, INC. 11/14...
- Page 2 WARNING Failure to follow these warnings and the instructions could result in serious injury or death •Do not use carrier in the FAll ANd SUFFOCATION back position with a Child HAzArd weighing less than 16 lbs (7 kg) •FAll HAzArd - Infants can fall or more than 40 lbs (18 kg).
- Page 3 • Do not seat more than one infant at a time in the carrier. • Do not attach any parts to the carrier that are not supplied or expressly approved by Chicco.
- Page 4 Infant Carrier Components Headrest Carrier Attachment Zipper Arm Opening (Parent Facing) Hip Restraint Headrest Buckle Attachment Hip Restraint Adjustment Loops Bottom Buckle Leg Position Zipper Bottom Buckle Attachment...
- Page 5 Vest Components Back Vest Zipper Bottom Buckle Slots (Front) Headrest Buckle Chest Buckle Bottom Buckle Slot (Back) Front Shoulder Adjustment Straps Waist Buckle Headrest Buckle Slots Back Shoulder Adjustment Straps Waist Adjustment Straps Front Vest Zipper Back Snaps Footrests Lumbar Height Adjustment Strap Front Snaps...
- Page 6 Adjusting the Vest Size 1. The Vest is adjustable to 3 different heights. An incorrect height setting could affect the proper distribution of the Child's weight on your shoulders. SMAll MEdIUM lArGE...
- Page 7 Adjusting the Vest Size 2. Locate the Lumbar Height Adjustment Strap . Pull up on the hook and loop flap and remove from the slot. Slide the strap through the desired height slot and re-attach the hook and loop flap. Make sure the hook and loop is securely engaged.
- Page 8 Adjusting the Vest Size 3. Locate the Back Shoulder Adjustment Strap on the back of the Vest. Adjust the Back Shoulder Adjustment strap to match the height of the Lumbar Height Adjustment Strap. Small should be tightened all the way up, Medium should be halfway and Large should be extended all the way down.
- Page 9 Adjusting the Vest Size 4. Fit the Vest onto your shoulders and buckle the Waist Buckle Tighten the Waist Buckle by pulling on both of the Waist Buckle Adjustment Straps. Check that the buckle is fastened correctly.
- Page 10 Adjusting the Vest Size 5. Adjust the height of the Chest Buckle by sliding it up or down. Buckle the Chest Buckle . Pull the Chest Buckle strap to tighten. Pull down on both of the Front Shoulder Adjustment Straps tighten the Vest.
- Page 11 FRONT - Facing IN Mode 6. The Carrier Leg Position Zippers are designed to adjust the seat to the Child's needs by maintaining proper posture of the legs. For a Child in Facing IN Mode, you can keep the Leg Position Zippers fully closed to allow the Child's legs to be drawn with their feet resting on the Footrests...
- Page 12 FRONT - Facing IN Mode WARNING It is recommended that you place the Child in the infant carrier while sitting. Always make sure the baby is securely supported when placing the Child in the carrier. 7. Secure the Carrier Attachment Zipper to the Front Vest Zipper with the inside of the Carrier facing...
- Page 13 FRONT - Facing IN Mode WARNING FALL HAZARD - Infants can fall through a wide leg opening or out of carrier. Always secure the Hip Restraint around the Child before using this Carrier. Hold your Child safely while carrying out this operation. Ensure that the Child’s legs are positioned correctly, straddling the Carrier.
- Page 14 FRONT - Facing IN Mode 9. Locate the Bottom Buckles on either side of the Carrier and the Bottom Buckle Slots on the front of the Vest. There are 3 different Bottom Buckle Slot positions that determine how high or low the Child sits against your chest.
- Page 15 FRONT - Facing IN Mode WARNING Ensure that the area around the baby's face is unobstructed and provides ample air circulation. 10. Buckle both of the Headrest Buckles to the Headrest Buckle Attachments on either side of the Carrier Headrest. Make sure the Child's arms are positioned in the Arm Opening Adjust the Headrest Buckle straps to...
- Page 16 FRONT - Facing OUT Mode WARNING Do not use the carrier in the forward facing position until the Child is able to fully support his or her own head and neck. It is recommended that you place the Child in the infant carrier while sitting. Always make sure the baby is securely supported when placing the Child in the carrier.
- Page 17 FRONT - Facing OUT Mode 12. Secure the Carrier Attachment Zipper to the Front Vest Zipper with the inside of the Carrier facing towards you. Then attach both Snaps on either side of the Front Vest Zipper.
- Page 18 FRONT - Facing OUT Mode WARNING FALL HAZARD - Infants can fall through a wide leg opening or out of carrier. Always secure the Hip Restraint around the Child before using this Carrier. Hold your Child safely while carrying out this operation. Ensure that the Child’s legs are positioned correctly, straddling the Carrier.
- Page 19 FRONT - Facing OUT Mode 14. Locate the Bottom Buckles on either side of the Carrier and the Bottom Buckle Slots on the front of the Vest. There are 3 different Bottom Buckle Slot positions that determine how high or low the Child sits against your chest.
- Page 20 FRONT - Facing OUT Mode 15. Fold the Headrest down making sure your Child's arms are in front of the Headrest. Buckle both of the Headrest Buckles to the Headrest Buckle Attachments on either side of the Carrier Headrest. Adjust the height Headrest Buckle by sliding it up or down if needed.
- Page 21 BACK - Facing IN Mode WARNING Do not use the carrier in the back position until the Child is able to sit upright unassisted. Do not use carrier in the back position with a Child weighing less than 16 lbs (7 kg) lbs or more than 40 lbs (18 kg).
- Page 22 BACK - Facing IN Mode 17. Locate the Headrest Buckles on either side of the Vest. Slide both Headrest Buckles around to the back of the Vest. Thread both Headrest Buckles through the top slot on the back of the Vest as shown.
- Page 23 BACK - Facing IN Mode 18. Loosen both of the Waist Adjustment Straps and fit the harness onto your shoulders BACKWARDS. Buckle the Waist Buckle and check that the buckle is fastened correctly. Make sure there is enough slack to rotate the Carrier around your waist.
- Page 24 BACK - Facing IN Mode 19. Secure the Carrier Attachment Zipper to the Back Vest Zipper with the inside of the Carrier facing towards you. Then attach both Snaps on either side of the Back Vest Zipper.
- Page 25 BACK - Facing IN Mode WARNING FALL HAZARD - Infants can fall through a wide leg opening or out of carrier. Always secure the Hip Restraint around the Child before using this Carrier. It is recommended that you place the Child in the infant carrier while sitting. Always make sure the baby is securely supported when placing the Child in the carrier.
- Page 26 BACK - Facing IN Mode 21. Locate the Bottom Buckles either side of the Carrier and loop the Bottom Buckle through the Bottom Buckle Slot on the back of the Vest as shown. Fasten the Bottom Buckle to the Carrier on both sides. Pull the Bottom Buckle straps on both sides to tighten.
- Page 27 BACK - Facing IN Mode WARNING Ensure that the area around the baby's face is unobstructed and provides ample air circulation. 22. Buckle both of the Headrest Buckles to the Headrest Buckle Attachments on either side of the Carrier Headrest. Make sure the Child's arms are positioned in the Arm Opening Adjust the Headrest Buckle straps to...
- Page 28 BACK - Facing IN Mode 23. While standing up, Slide one arm between your chest and the infant carrier and grab the opposite shoulder strap. While holding onto the carrier securely, rotate the carrier onto your back and slide both arms into the shoulder straps.
- Page 29 BACK - Facing IN Mode 24. Adjust the height of the Chest Buckle by sliding it up or down. Buckle the Chest Buckle . Pull the Chest Buckle strap to tighten.
- Page 30 BACK - Facing IN Mode 25. Pull down on both of the Front Shoulder Adjustment Straps tighten the Vest. Tighten the Waist Buckle pulling on both of the Waist Buckle Adjustment Straps.
- Page 31 Attaching the Bib 26. When using Front Facing IN Mode the Bib can be attached. Slide the Bib onto the Chest Clip Buckle and re-attach the Chest Clip as shown.
- Page 32 Cleaning and Maintenance INFANT CARRIER CARE: Spot clean with damp cloth and mild, soapy water. Or hand wash only in warm soapy water. Air dry. After each washing check that the fabric and seams are not worn or damaged. BIB CARE: Spot clean with damp cloth and mild, soapy water.
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