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CONVERTIBLE
CAR SEAT
Suitable for newborn up to 4 years approx.
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Convertible Car Seat
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  • Page 1 CONVERTIBLE CAR SEAT Suitable for newborn up to 4 years approx. Images and designs may vary. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 2: Welcome

    Don’t forget to register within three months after purchase. In the event of a car accident, your Maxi-Cosi child restraint may have unseen damage from crash forces. The Maxi-Cosi Accident Exchange Service offers new...

  • Page 3: Registration

    Don’t forget to please register your product warranty by visiting : warranty.dorelaustralia.com.au Always keep the original tax receipt for your product. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    We’re there from day one... and for every day that follows. We care about giving parents child mobility solutions they can trust - car seats and strollers that are safe, smart and easy to use. With Maxi-Cosi, parents know their children are in the best hands possible. So they can focus on the other things that matter, like living in the moment and seeing the joy and wonder of life in a whole new way.
  • Page 5 Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 6: Warnings

    • 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. • Repairs must only be done by the manufacturers or agent. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 7 • DO NOT USE A REAR- FACING CHILD RESTRAINT WHERE AN AIRBAG IS FITTED IN FRONT OF THE SEATING POSITION. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 8 • Always check the measurements between the front of the seat back of the rear seat and all front seats in the car in which the child restraint is intended to be used, to ensure that the space is sufficient. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 9 For approved aftermarket accessories please refer to page 36. • Please contact Dorel Australia Customer Service with any questions or concerns. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Forward Facing Using Seatbelt ------------------30 ISOGO Forward Facing Using -------------------31 DETAILED GUIDE VEHICLE INFORMATION Correct Rearward-Facing Vehicle Position ------34 Correct Forward-Facing Vehicle Position -------35 Location of Top Tether Anchorage Point --------36 Connecting the Top Tether --------------------------37 Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 11 Care and Maintenance - Buckle ------------------66 Care and Maintenance - Seat Fabrics -----------68 To Remove Fabric Accessories -----------------69 To Remove The Body Fabrics --------------------70 Caring for the Seat Fabrics -----------------------71 THE NEXT SEAT FOR YOUR CHILD GUARANTEE NOTES Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 12: What's In The Box

    What’s in the Box? MAXI-COSI 280mm (W) x 50mm (H) POP TAG #016963 REV2 16/5/19 REV2 PMS 313 PROOF 1 - 16 May 2019 Fold What’s included: 1 Car seat CHECK THAT THIS CHILD RESTRAINT 1 Instruction Manual WILL FIT IN YOUR CAR...

  • Page 13: Components

    Air protect cell (x2) Harness release lever (under flap) B. Chin rest (2x if fitted) Harness tightening strap C. Headrest Adjuster K. Built-in rebound bar D. Infant Headrest Insert ISOGO storage compartment Belt mates (x2) (under fabrics) F. Infant Body Insert M. Seat Recline Lever 6-point harness Base H. Buckle O. Shoulder Height Markers (x3) Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 14 BELT PATH P. Chin Support Handle (if fitted) G-Cell (2x) Q. Top Tether Strap ISOGO Belt Path R. Top tether strap adjuster X. Recline Indicator S. Top Tether Hook Y. Rearward Facing Belt Path Anchor Bolt Kit Z. Forward Facing Belt Path U. Storage Pocket (instruction manual & excess tether strap webbing) Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 15: Suitability Guide

    12 - 30 months old Facing Choosing the best mode for your child Forward see page 16 Facing Forward Facing: 12 months to 4 years old see page 26 for visual guide see page 60 for detailed guide Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 16 Both modes can use either a belt or ISOGO installation. What do we recommend? Maxi-Cosi recommends that children remain rearward facing for as long as possible because it is the safest option for them. If you have concerns or questions about extended rearward facing give our Customer Experience Team a call on 1300 809 526.

  • Page 17: Visual Guide

    Visual Guide Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 18: Rearward Facing

    Car installation - Rearward Facing 0 - 6 months 6 months - 30 months Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 19: Removing Inserts

    Car installation - Rearward Facing How to remove inserts: Pull Lift Pull Pull NOTE: Body or headrest inserts can be used together or in isolation. When rearward facing. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 20: Recline Adjustment

    Car installation - Rearward Facing Recline adjustment: Swing Lift Lift NOTE: Only use recline position 4 for rearward facing mode. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 21: Harness And Headrest Adjustment

    Car installation - Rearward Facing Harness and headrest adjustment: Pull Lift Press Pull Lift If fitted lift NOTE: Position child in seat and adjust headrest and harness to be level with shoulders or slightly above but not below. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 22: Rearward Facing Using Seatbelt

    Car installation - Rearward Facing Using Seatbelt Push out slack Push Click Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 23 Car installation - Rearward Facing Using Seatbelt Attach top tether TIP: Position adjuster facing outwards. Tighten till slack is removed Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 24: Rearward Facing Using Isogo

    Car installation - Rearward Facing Using ISOGO ISO Storage under the trim Push Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 25 Car installation - Rearward Facing Using ISOGO Push Click Both Sides Pull TIP: Always check for GREEN at eye level. Attach top tether Pull Tighten till slack is removed TIP: Position adjuster facing outwards. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 26: Forward Facing Forward Facing

    Car installation - Forward Facing using Seatbelt 12 months - 4 years Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 27: Removing Inserts

    Car installation - Forward Facing using Seatbelt How to remove inserts: Pull Lift Pull Pull NOTE: Body and headrest inserts are not to be used for forward facing. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 28: Harness And Headrest Adjustment

    Car installation - Forward Facing using Seatbelt Harness and headrest adjustment Pull Lift Press Pull Lift If fitted lift NOTE: Body and headrest inserts are not to be used for forward facing. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 29: Recline Adjustment

    Car installation - Forward Facing using Seatbelt Forward position Pull up Squeeze Squeeze NOTE: Recline position 1, 2 or 3 can be used forward-facing but never use position 4. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 30: Forward Facing Using Seatbelt

    Car installation - Forward Facing using Seatbelt Pull out slack Sash Push Click Attach top tether Tighten till slack is removed. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 31: Forward Facing Using Isogo

    Car installation - Forward Facing using ISOGO ISO Storage: Under the trim Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 32 Car installation - Forward Facing using ISOGO Push Click Both Sides Pull TIP: Always check for GREEN eye level. Pull Tighten till slack is removed. Attach top tether Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 33 Detailed Section Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 34: Vehicle Information

    Whenever possible, secure the infant seat in the centre position of the seat directly behind the front seats. CORRECT CORRECT 510mm 540mm IMPROPER PLACEMENT OF THE SAFETY SEAT INCREASES THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 35: Correct Forward-Facing Vehicle Position

    Vehicle Information Correct Forward-Facing Vehicle Position CORRECT CORRECT INCORRECT Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 36: Location Of Top Tether Anchorage Point

    • An extension strap may be needed for vehicles without a fixed parcel shelf. Extension straps and extra fittings are available from various stores. Extension straps 300mm Extension straps 600mm ref no. 014398 ref no. 014399 Anchor bolt kit ref no. 014400 Locking clip ref no. 014401 Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 37: Connecting The Top Tether

    FIGURE 2 Floor mounted The clip must The clip must anchorages FIGURE 2 not lie flat on not lie flat on the anchorage the anchorage Floor mounted Euro Slim Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi fitting. fitting. anchorages Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi Euro Slim Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 38: Anchorage Fitting Installation

    Figure 1. Attachment bolt Lock washer Anchor fitting Spacer(s) (if required) Vehicle trim Vehicle metal structure CAUTION: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE ATTACHMENT BOLT. OVERTIGHTENING MAY FRACTURE OR BREAK BOLT. MAXIMUM TORQUE IS 20 Nm. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 39 FOR CARS NOT FITTED WITH A CHILD RESTRAINT UPPER ANCHORAGE POINT FOR SEDANS ONLY: Drill a 9mm diameter hole in the parcel shelf on the centre-line of the seating position as shown in Figure 2. 200mm min. Centre line of seating position Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 40 Install the anchor bolt as shown in Figure 3. It is recommended that this installation be carried out by a child restraint fitting station or licenced motor mechanic. Attachment bolt Anchor fitting Spacer(s) (if required) Vehicle trim Vehicle metal structure Reinforcing washer Lock washer Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 41 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. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 42: Seat Angle

    Vehicle Information Seat Angle Position seat ensuring that the angle is no greater than 40˚ from horizontal plane. 40˚ Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 43 • Ensure that any blanket or other covering may only be placed over the harness after the harness is adjusted firmly. • The infant’s legs are not be bound or wrapped together and the arms are not bound or wrapped together. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 44: Shoulder Height Markers

    30 months old or when the SIZE child’s shoulders reach the SHOULDERS ABOVE THIS LINE HEADREST AT LOWEST POSITION shoulder height marker at which point you must turn the seat forward-facing. NO BOOSTER USE IF SHOULDERS SIZE Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi BELOW THIS LINE...
  • Page 45 (booster seat) when they reach the top shoulder height marker. NOTE : • If the baby’s neck muscles are unable to support their head, then the child should remain rear facing. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 46: Fastening The Bucke Assembly

    3. Insert the second buckle tongue as shown. Now listen for a “click!”. Click 4. Remember to always pull up on the harness straps to make sure buckle is locked tightly. DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED IN THE CAR. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 47: Removing Inserts

    Pull through the shoulder straps. Pull Pull NOTE: Body and headrest inserts are not to be used for foward facing. NOTE: Inserts are only recommended for the first 6 months approximately when rearward facing. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 48: Configuring The Harness Straps For Correct Child Fitment

    Press red button to release buckle assembly for ease of Push child fitment. Pull the harness straps over the sides of the car seat. NOTE: Body or headrest inserts can be used together or in isolation , when rearward facing. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 49: Adjusting Headrest And Harness Height

    (if fitted). Do it for both sides. You MUST make these adjustments with your child before you install the child restraint in the vehicle. Please adjust harness according to the infant’s shoulder height prior to installation. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 50: Correct Harness Use Guide

    25 mm below the child’s shoulders. Child shoulders Strap cannot be more than 25mm below NOTE: Moving the headrest will automatically adjust the harness height. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 51: Recline Adjustment

    NOTE: Never use Position 4 for forward-facing. • Always adjust the height of the shoulder straps as the child grows. • Failure to fasten and tighten the harness system correctly can result in serious injury or death. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 52: Checklist Before Installation

    4 years of age. Refer to page 74. Infant body and headrest inserts have been removed. Harness height is level or in the slot closest to child’s shoulder height. Forward facing recline setting 1, 2 or 3 is selected. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 53: To Adjust The Top Tether Strap

    Always secure the loose end of the top tether strap to prevent it hanging out of the car or being accessible by the child. When not in use, fold hanging tether strap and place in storage pocket provided. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 54: Rearward-Facing Installation Using Seatbelt

    5. Thread the vehicle seat BLUE belt through the belt path at the bottom of the restraint and fasten buckle. Click Ensure vehicle, seat belt is in-front of harness waist straps. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 55 (Figure c). Belt Path Turn Tighten till slack is removed NOTE: There is an option to install seat using seat belt with accessory locking clip. Please see instructions provided with locking clip for installation. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 56: Isogo

    (full recline) for rearward-facing. 2. Remove ISOGO latches from storage slots under car seat fabrics. Storage under fabric 3. Place restraint facing rearwards on back seat of vehicle in line with a top tether strap anchorage point. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 57: Rearward-Facing Installation Using

    Listen for a “click!” Click both sides TIP : You can move the car seat out of the way to locate and attach the connectors, then place back into position before tightening. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 58 TIP: Always check for GREEN at eye level. Pull loose end parallel to the belt strap. CHECK FOR GREEN ONCE CHILD IS SEATED AS THIS CAN CREATE ADDITIONAL SLACK IN SEAT. REMOVE EXCESS SLACK AS NEEDED. Pull Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 59 Refer to your owner’s manual. 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. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 60: Forward-Facing Installation Using Seatbelt

    Sash anchorage point. Click 4. Thread the vehicle seat belt through the back of the seat through the YELLOW forward-facing belt path. Ensure vehicle seat belt is behind harness waist straps. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 61 NOTE: If the car seatbelt is not long enough to secure the child restraint, DO NOT USE SEAT BELT EXTENDERS. NOTE: There is an option to install seat using seat belt with accessory locking clip. Please see instructions provided with locking clip for installation. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 62: Forward-Facing Installation Using

    2. Select the desired recline angle (1, 2 or 3). NOTE: Never use position 4 for foward-facing. 3. Place restraint on back seat of vehicle in line with a top tether strap anchorage point. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 63 Listen for a “click!” Click both sides TIP : You can move the car seat out of the way to locate and attach the connectors, then place back into position before tightening. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 64 TIP: Always check for GREEN at eye level. Pull loose end parallel to the belt strap. CHECK FOR GREEN ONCE CHILD IS SEATED AS THIS CAN CREATE ADDITIONAL SLACK IN SEAT. REMOVE EXCESS SLACK AS NEEDED. Pull Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 65 Refer to your owner’s manual. 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. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 66: Care And Maintenance - Buckle

    Metal Plate to loosen (Figure 1c), repeat on the other side. Push the metal plates through the top opening to release crotch buckle for cleaning (Figure 1d). Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 67 If the buckle does not return to original working order, contact Dorel Australia Customer Service on 1300 809 526. • If you are a New Zealand customer, please contact IGC Dorel New Zealand Customer Service on 0800 628 000. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 68: Care And Maintenance - Seat Fabrics

    VERY IMPORTANT: Only replace the cover with a manufacturer’s supplied replacement cover with identical shoulder height markers or a replacement cover meeting AS/NZS 8005. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 69: To Remove Fabric Accessories

    Please gently release stuck or tricky areas as they occur during this process. Lower Velcro CAUTION: Negligent care when removing the Velcro attachment, could result in the accidental removal of the Air Protect cell. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 70: To Remove The Body Fabrics

    Outside and at the rear of the seat, midway up the back support, beside the G-CELL and at the upper most part of the back panel, near the top tether slot positions (underneath the rear fabric panel). See image h and i. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...

  • Page 71: Caring For The Seat Fabrics

    10. Pull the internal parts of the fabrics back support, forward so the harness straps are behind the fabrics. See image m. Unclip the Anti-twist Harness Preventers by releasing the press-studs around the harness waist straps. See image n. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 72 12. Pull the back fabric panel up and through the top tether strap so that it is released and in front of the strap. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 73 Once confirmed, proceed with attaching each point as outlined above. TIP: Use the back side of a tea-spoon when tucking the fabrics in behind the G-CELL cover, to ensure a perfect fit. Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 74 (approximately 8 to 10 years of age). Can also be used with child harness that is approved for use with this booster seat. For more information, visit maxi-cosi.com.au Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 75 Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase or register your product with us within 3 months from point of purchase via our website www.maxi-cosi.com.au. If you Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase and contact our Customer...
  • Page 76 Notes Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 77 Notes Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 78 Notes Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 79 Notes Convertible Car Seat Maxi-Cosi...
  • Page 80 Dear Customer, Don’t forget to register your product within 3 months of purchase for the Lifetime Warranty offer Please visit to register now. www.maxi-cosi.com.au Suitable for models: • DAU - 13 - A • DAU - 13 - B © 2019 Dorel Australia, Pty Ltd. All Rights Reserved.

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