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- Page 1 Discover life safely 4yrs 8yrs IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS BOOKLET IN THE PLACE PROVIDED ON THE CHILD RESTRAINT. Illustrations and designs may vary.
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Page 2: Quick Start Installation
QUICK START INSTALLATION TODDLER (APPROXIMATELY 4 YEARS, UP TO APPROXIMATELY 6-8 YEARS) PUSH PULL TO LOOSEN Loosen tether strap CLICK CORRECT INCORRECT... -
Page 3: Quick Start Installation
QUICK START INSTALLATION TODDLER (APPROXIMATELY 4 YEARS, UP TO APPROXIMATELY 6-8 YEARS) -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Quick start installation ................2 - 3 Contents ......................4 Introduction ..................... 5 Warnings ....................6 - 7 PREPARING SEAT TO FIT CHILD Next seat for your child ..................8 Shoulder heights ..................... 9 Components list ..................10 - 11 PREPARING VEHICLE FOR YOUR SEAT Anchorage fitting .................. -
Page 5: Introduction
BEFORE YOU START: Thank you for purchasing this child seat. This product is suitable for toddlers approximately 4 years old to children approximately 6 to 8 years old. We welcome you as a valued customer, and trust that your child will enjoy many years of comfort and safety. -
Page 6: Warnings
Before you start Please read and follow all of the instructions outlined in this manual for maximum protection. If you have any questions regarding the installation or use of this child restraint in Australia or New Zealand, please contact our customer service numbers provided. An alternative option is to also contact any registered child fitting station authorised by your local transport authority. - Page 7 Warnings WARNINGS • Use the restraint exactly as shown in the instructions. • Supervision of children is needed because they may be able to undo the buckles. • DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED IN THE CAR. • Do not alter or modify this restraint. •...
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Page 8: Preparing Seat To Fit Child
Preparing seat to fit your child When your child has outgrown the seat, you can either use: A booster seat suitable for children up to 4-10 years of age until their shoulders reach the upper height marker of the booster seat. NOTE: This illustration is representative only. -
Page 9: Shoulder Heights
Preparing seat to fit your child Marker A Marker B IMPORTANT: FOLLOW THIS ADVICE MARKER A: OLDER CHILD Upper Shoulder Height Marker When the child’s shoulders reach this SHOULDERS BELOW THIS LINE WHEN upper marker, or the child no longer fits in the child restraint (approximately 6 to HEADREST AT HIGHEST POSITION 8 years of age), then try the 3 point test... -
Page 10: Components List
Components List Air Protect Cell (x2) Adjustable Headrest Sash Guide (both sides) Shoulder Height Markers Seat Back Seat Base Booster Seat Belt Paths (both sides, under arm rests) Cup Holders (both sides) BOOSTER SEAT BELT PATH... - Page 11 Components List Booster Seat Belt Paths (both sides, rear of headrest) Top Tether Adjuster K. Top Tether / Instruction Manual Pocket Top Tether Strap Top Tether Hook Anchor Fitting BOOSTER SEATBELT PATH BOOSTER SEAT BELT PATH...
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Page 12: Preparing Vehicle For Your Seat
Preparing vehicle for your seat ANCHOR LOCATIONS • The anchor point can be found in different locations in different cars. The illustration above shows possible locations of anchor points. Sometimes it is on the parcel shelf in sedans, and on the floor area in station wagons, vans and hatchbacks. Make sure that you do not confuse the luggage hook in the back of a station wagon with anchor points. -
Page 13: Anchorage Fitting
Preparing vehicle for your seat ANCHORAGE FITTING INSTALLATION Child restraints must be used correctly to provide proper protection for your child. The anchorage system on child restraint must be used in the correct way. CORRECT Make sure there is no slack in the top strap and the attachment clip is upright in the anchorage fitting. - Page 14 Anchorage fitting installation FOR CARS FITTED WITH A CHILD Front of vehicle RESTRAINT UPPER ANCHORAGE POINT Locate the upper anchorage point behind Attachment bolt the rear seating position (consult the car owner’s handbook for the location of the upper anchorage point). Anchor fitting Spacer(s) Remove the thread plug from the parcel shelf/...
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Page 15: Vehicle Seat Locations
Preparing vehicle for your seat WARNINGS CHILD RESTRAINTS MUST NOT BE ATTACHED TO UNSOUND METAL OR TO WOOD OR SYNTHETIC STRUCTURES. WHEN DRILLING THE 9mm HOLE DO NOT DRILL THROUGH FUEL LINES, FUEL TANKS, ELECTRICAL WIRING, OR RADIO SPEAKERS. WEBBING STRAPS MUST BE PROTECTED FROM SHARP CORNERS AND EDGES. -
Page 16: Correct Vehicle Position
Preparing vehicle for your seat CORRECT VEHICLE POSITION CORRECT USE CORRECT USE INCORRECT USE... -
Page 17: Installing The Seat In Your Vehicle
Installing the seat in your vehicle SECURING AND ADJUSTING TOP TETHER STRAP PULL TO LOOSEN 1. Press on the adjuster button and pull strap to loosen. PUSH 2. Attach top tether strap to vehicle anchor point. 3. Place one knee on child restraint, push down firmly and tighten top anchorage strap by pulling free end of strap. -
Page 18: Correct Positioning
Installing the seat in your vehicle CORRECT POSITIONING CORRECT AND SAFE POSITIONING Use only the vehicle’s lap-sash seat belt when restraining the child in the booster seat. CORRECT INCORRECT POSITIONING NEVER use a vehicle’s lap-only belt across front of the child and booster seat. -
Page 19: Adjusting Headrest And Seatbelt
Installing the seat in your vehicle ADJUSTING HEADREST PUSH DOWN The booster seat is fitted with 6 height positions. TO LOWER Lift up to raise headrest to the desired position. NOTE: You may need to lift and push with force to adjust height. Simply push down to lower. -
Page 20: Securing Your Child In Vehicle
Using your safety seat SECURING YOUR CHILD IN VEHICLE Place the booster seat firmly against the back of a forward facing vehicle seat equipped with a lap and shoulder belt only. DO NOT place the booster seat in a vehicle without the tether strap attached to the Front of vehicle... -
Page 21: Care And Maintenance
Care and maintenance CLEANING COVERS AND HEADREST HEADREST COVER: Adjust the booster seat headrest to its highest position. Separate velcro at the back of the headrest and remove cover. Ensure Air Protect Cells (x2) are removed. Do not wash with Air Protect cells still inside. MAIN BODY COVER: Separate velcro at the back of the seat. -
Page 22: Cleaning Shell
Care and maintenance CLEANING SHELL • CLEANING PLASTIC PARTS - Sponge clean with mild soap and cool water. NEVER clean with ammonia or bleach based, or spirit-type cleaners. • DO NOT USE THIS SAFETY SEAT WITHOUT ITS COVER • FROM TIME TO TIME CHECK THE SEAT for worn parts, torn material and stitching. -
Page 23: Warranty
Warranty Dorel Australia Pty Ltd warrants your new product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for 6 years on the seat & 2 years on the trim, from the date of pur- chase, provided that the product is used in accordance with accompanying recom- mendations or instructions where provided. -
Page 24: Customer Service
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Copy or reproduction without permission is prohibited. © 2015 Dorel Australia Pty Ltd. All Rights Reserved. www.dorel.com.au GMEA 2013 #016910 12/15...