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EZ ride LIGHTWEIGHT STROLLER IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS BOOKLET IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. www.britax.com.au Series LX5016...
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IMPORTANT NOTES IMPORTANT NOTES: ALWAYS FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURERS INSTRUCTIONS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS STROLLER. THE CORRECT USE AND MAINTENANCE OF THIS PRODUCT IS ESSENTIAL. • USE GREAT CARE WHEN USING THE STROLLER ON STAIRS, ESCALATORS, TRAVELATORS OR OTHER MOVING SURFACES.
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WARNINGS WARNINGS: TO AVOID INJURY OR DEATH: ALWAYS APPLY THE BRAKES WHENEVER THE STROLLER IS STATIONARY. • DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED. • SECURE THE CHILD IN THE HARNESS AT ALL TIMES. • DO NOT CARRY EXTRA CHILDREN OR BAGS ON THIS STROLLER. •...
MANUAL HANDLING TECHNIQUES The SMART lifting technique This technique can be used to pick up small light loads from low levels. Size up the Load • Assess the load (size, shape and weight). • Assess whether the load needs to be moved; •...
STROLLER ASSEMBLY OPENING THE STROLLER FRAME IMPORTANT NOTES: PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 4 FOR SMART LIFTING TECHNIQUES. • RELEASE THE FRAME LOCK LATCH WITH DUE CARE AND OPEN THE FRAME. • WHEN OPENING THE STROLLER, BE AWARE OF THE DANGER OF BEING INJURED BY MOVING PARTS AND LOCKING DEVICES DURING THE PROCESS.
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STROLLER ASSEMBLY ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE FRONT SWIVEL WHEELS A To attach each front swivel wheel, insert the swivel wheel and push it into the wheel moulding until you hear a ‘click’ which indicates the wheel is locked in. Pull on each wheel to make sure it is engaged. Repeat the process if not locked in.
STROLLER ASSEMBLY ATTACHING THE CANOPY IMPORTANT NOTE: The sun is very strong. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CHILD EXPOSED TO THE SUN. The canopy or hood on this product will not give your child total protection from the harmful rays of the sun. A To attach the canopy, slide the canopy mouldings (as shown by the arrow) into the frame mouldings until they lock together.
STROLLER ASSEMBLY ATTACHING THE CANOPY D To use the peek a boo window in the canopy back flap, lift the window cover which is held in place by hook and loop tabs. Roll the canopy window flap up and secure with the elastic loop and toggle. E To remove the canopy, slide the canopy mouldings (as shown by the arrow) out of the frame mouldings.
STROLLER ASSEMBLY ATTACHING THE ARM BAR WARNING WHEN A CHILD IS IN THE STROLLER KEEP THE ARM BAR ATTACHED TO THE ADAPTORS AT ALL TIMES. A Stand beside the stroller and pull the fabric back from the sides of the stroller to expose the stroller hinge. Slide the arm bar mouldings onto the stroller hinge (as shown by the arrow) until you hear a ‘click’...
STROLLER OPERATION USING THE BRAKES WARNING ALWAYS APPLY THE BRAKES WHEN THE STROLLER IS STATIONARY. A The red brake lever is located on the right hand side of the stroller beside the rear wheel. Brake Lever click B To lock the rear wheels, press the brake lever down until you hear a ‘click’.
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STROLLER OPERATION USING THE FRONT SWIVEL WHEELS PLEASE NOTE: Always lock the swivel wheels when using the stroller on rough surfaces as this will minimise wheel wobble. The swivel wheels should only be locked when the wheels are in the trailing position (wheels under frame).
STROLLER OPERATION ADJUSTING THE BACKREST WARNINGS: • THE UPRIGHT POSITIONS ARE NOT SUITABLE FOR USE WITH CHILDREN LESS THAN 6 MONTHS OLD. • THE LOWEST RECLINE POSITION SHOULD BE USED TO TRANSPORT BABIES. THE BACKREST CAN BE ADJUSTED TO A MORE UPRIGHT POSITION AS THE CHILD GROWS OLDER AND IS ABLE TO SUPPORT ITS HEAD WITHOUT ASSISTANCE.
STROLLER OPERATION ADJUSTING THE PIVOTAL HANDLE A To adjust the handle height, squeeze in and hold the buttons on the outside of the handle. Rotate the handle up or down to the desired position then release the buttons. Handle Adjustment Button...
STROLLER OPERATION USING THE TETHER STRAP WARNINGS: USE THE TETHER STRAP TO STOP THE STROLLER ROLLING AWAY. • THE STROLLER IS DESIGNED FOR USE ON FLAT OR GENTLY SLOPING SURFACES, AND MAY BE UNSTABLE ON HIGHER SLOPING AND UNEVEN SURFACES AND USERS SHOULD BE AWARE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF THE STROLLER ROLLING AWAY OR TIPPING OVER.
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STROLLER OPERATION USING THE HARNESS WARNING: USE THE HARNESS AT ALL TIMES. • ENSURE YOUR CHILD IS SECURED WITH A CORRECTLY ADJUSTED HARNESS. • THE ADJUSTED HARNESS SHOULD CLOSELY FIT THE CHILD. • NEVER LEAVE THE HARNESS BUCKLED WHEN NOT FITTED TO A CHILD IN THE STROLLER, BECAUSE THE HARNESS CAN FORM LOOPS WHICH MAY POSE A STRANGULATION HAZARD.
STROLLER OPERATION USING THE HARNESS B Position the shoulder strap tongue (A) on top of the waist buckle tongue (B) on both sides. C Push both buckle tongues (A + B) into the buckle housing (C) until the buckle tongues lock into position.
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STROLLER OPERATION USING THE HARNESS D Tighten or loosen crotch straps by sliding the 3 bar sliders up or down. E To tighten or loosen the waist straps, hold and lift the 4 bar slider and then pull the harness strap to adjust to the desired fit. The waist strap needs to fit firmly around the child.
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STROLLER OPERATION USING THE HARNESS F To tighten or loosen the shoulder straps, slide the 3 bar slider up or down to adjust to the desired fit. Always adjust the harness strap when changing the seating position of the child. G To release the buckle, squeeze the top and buckle tongues together with enough pressure so the buckle tongues can release from the buckle housing.
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STROLLER OPERATION USING THE HARNESS H The stroller seat has 3 sets of harness slots at different heights to accommodate the child. To change the shoulder harness height, push the shoulder harness tongue out of the current harness slot and through the back of the seat fabric.
STROLLER OPERATION USING THE STROLLER PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 4 FOR LIFTING TECHNIQUES. • Always ensure you bend your knees where appropriate and take due care when lifting the frame. • With your hand through the wrist tether strap loop, push the stroller holding the handle.
STROLLER OPERATION FOLDING THE STROLLER IMPORTANT NOTES: PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 4 FOR LIFTING TECHNIQUES. • REMOVE THE CHILD FROM THE STROLLER BEFORE COMMENCING ANY FOLDING OPERATION. • FOLD THE STROLLER SLOWLY AND BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU PLACE YOUR HANDS. •...
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STROLLER OPERATION FOLDING THE STROLLER F Press the folding button (1) located on the right hand side of the stroller. With the other hand pull up on the folding strap (2) (as shown by the arrow). The stroller will now fold. G Lock the frame with the frame lock latch.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE • To prolong the life of your stroller keep it clean and do not leave it in the direct sunlight or in the car boot for extended periods of time. • Removable fabric covers and trims may be cleaned using warm water with a household soap or mild detergent.
WARRANTY DID YOU KNOW: Registering your product purchase online simplifies proof of purchase in event of a warranty claim. Scan this QR code on your phone to go straight to our website to fill out the registration form. MAKING A WARRANTY CLAIM Your rights under a Britax company warranty are separate from and independent of your rights under the statutory consumer guarantees.
WARRANTY Britax will advise you whether the product is covered by the Britax company warranty. Britax’s decision of whether a product is covered by a Britax company warranty is final. Britax will act reasonably when determining whether a product is covered by a company warranty.
(normal wear and tear excluded) that affects the normal operation of your Steelcraft product. In the unlikely event that you find that your Steelcraft product does not satisfy this warranty, Britax will (at its option) repair or replace that product within a reasonable period of you making a claim in accordance with this policy.
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Due to our continuing program of development, Britax reserves the right to alter the specifications, color or design without any further notice. The Steelcraft trademark is the property of Britax Childcare Pty.Ltd - Australia. The Britax trademark is the property of Britax Childcare Holdings Limited - UK.
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