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• NEVER place carrier on beds, sofas, or other soft surfaces. Infant carrier can roll over on soft surfaces and suffocate the child. • NEVER use in or on strollers unless approved by Britax. • NEVER install forward facing in a vehicle.
Send your name, address, and the restraint's model number and manufacturing date to Britax Child Safety, Inc. 13501 South Ridge Drive Charlotte, NC 28273 or call 1-888-4BRITAX. For recall information, call the U.S.
To adjust, press both handle release buttons (Fig. C) while rotating handle into position. Adjust the handle to one of the following three positions: Carrying & In-Stroller Position, In-Vehicle & Stationary Position, or Optional In-Stroller Position (Fig D). Using the Restraint...
Using the Restraint Adjusting Width of Head Pad If your head pad features optional width adjustment, use the following steps to adjust the head pad. T T o o d d e e c c r r e e a a s s e e w w i i d d t t h h : : Squeeze top center of head pad to inflate sides to desired width (Fig A).
Using the Restraint Checking Harness Height T T o o C C h h e e c c k k H H a a r r n n e e s s s s H H e e i i g g h h t t : : Place child in restraint, then secure harness (see pages 24–25).
Using the Restraint Securing Child in Restraint Loosen the harness by pressing the har- ness adjuster lever while pulling the har- ness straps forward (Fig. A). Slide the harness strap out of one side of chest clip to release (Fig. B). Unfasten the buckle by pressing down on the release button (Fig C).
Vehicle Safety Belts NOTE: The information in this section applies only to installation with vehicle belts. IMPORTANT: Some vehicles have no seating positions which are compatible with this child restraint, or any other child restraint. If in doubt, contact the vehicle manufacturer for assistance.
Base Installation LATCH Installation • Figure A illustrates a typical rear facing LATCH installation. • Verify that your vehicle is equipped with LATCH anchors. If LATCH anchors are not installed, you must use vehicle belt installation methods. Disconnect LATCH connectors from storage ring on the front of the base.
Base Installation Lap-Shoulder Belt Installation • Figure A illustrates a typical rear facing lap- shoulder belt installation. • If attached, remove restraint before installing base. • When not in use, always store the LATCH connectors on storage ring at front of base. Place the base in a rear facing position on the vehicle seat with the anti-rebound bar against the vehicle seat back.
Base Installation Lap Belt Installation • Figure A illustrates a typical rear facing lap belt installation with the restraint attached. • If attached, remove restraint before installing base. • When not in use, always store the LATCH connectors on storage ring at front of base. Place the base in a rear facing position on the vehicle seat.
Installation Without Base Lap-Shoulder Belt Installation • Figure A illustrates a typical rear facing lap- shoulder belt installation of restraint only. WARNING: Do not install this restraint using a non-locking ELR vehicle belt, unless a locking clip is used. Refer to the vehicle owner's manual for instructions on correct use of vehicle belts with child restraints.
Installation Without Base Lap Belt Installation • Figure A illustrates a typical rear facing lap belt installation of restraint only. WARNING: Do not install this restraint using a non-locking ELR vehicle belt, unless a belt shortening clip is used. Refer to the vehicle owner's manual for instructions on correct use of vehicle belts with child restraints.
Care and Maintenance Cover & Head Pad R R e e m m o o v v a a l l : : Unhook attachment clips under each handle pivot point. Loosen the harness by pressing the adjuster lever located in the front of the restraint, while pulling the harness straps forward as far as possible.
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Care and Maintenance Buckle R R e e m m o o v v a a l l : : With restraint removed from the base, pull cover and foam back so that the buckle slots are visible. Locate metal buckle strap retainer on the top side of the restraint.
The use of non-Britax Child Safety, Inc. covers, inserts, toys, accessories, or tightening devices is not approved by Britax. Their use could cause this restraint to fail Federal Safety Standards or perform worse in a crash. Their use automatically voids the Britax warranty.
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