The First Years True Fit si C680 Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

True Fit si

Convertible carseat

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur

•

Failure to use this Convertible Seat properly increases

the risk of serious injury or death in a sudden stop or

crash.

•

Do not install or use this Convertible Seat until you have

read and understood the instructions in this manual.

WARNING

Model C680

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Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL True Fit si Convertible carseat Model C680 WARNING DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur • Failure to use this Convertible Seat properly increases the risk of serious injury or death in a sudden stop or crash. • Do not install or use this Convertible Seat until you have read and understood the instructions in this manual.
Page 2: Section 1 Introduction
Section 1 - Introduction Dear Parents, Thank you for purchasing The First Years C680 True Fit We hope that it will make your baby’s travel safer, easier, and more comfortable. We believe the True Fit is the easiest Convertible Seat to use.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Section 2 - T able Of Contents Section 1 Introduction ..........1 Section 2 Table Of Contents........2 Section 3 Warnings............4 Section 4 Use Recommendations......6 Section 5 Convertible Seat Parts ......9 Section 6 Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location..1 2 Section 7 Installation and Use .........23 7.1 Child Placement in Restraint....
Page 4 Section 2 - T able Of Contents Section 7 Installation and Use - continued 7.17 2 ..54 Position Crotch Buckle Adjustment 7.18 Seat Insert Use........7.19 Harness Length Adjustment....7.20 Upper Seatback Installation....7.21 Upper Seatback Removal....7.22 Lower Achor Re-Routing.....58 7.23 Pad Removal ........61 7.24 Installation Pictograms .......63 Section 8 Safety Checklist/Safe Practices.....64...
Page 5: Section 3 Warnings
• Use only car seat accessories manufactured by The First Years. Accessories can affect your child’s safety in a sudden stop or crash. • DO NOT modify or attach any toys, padding, or other items to this Convertible Seat.
Page 6 W ARNING DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur • Direct sunlight can make Convertible Seat surfaces hot enough to burn your child. Use caution and check the vehicle and Convertible Seat on hot, sunny days. • NEVER leave child unattended under any circumstance. •...
Page 7: Section 4 Use Recommendations
Section 4 - Use Recommendations The First Years advises parents that children should use a child restraint with a built-in harness system until they exceed the weight or height limits specified by the manufacturer. C680 True Fit si Convertible Seat Rear Facing...
Page 8 Section 4 - Use Recommendations C680 True Fit si Convertible Seat Rear Facing Use Requirements: This child restraint, with the upper seatback installed in a rear facing position, is designed for use by children whose: - Weight is between 5 and 35 lbs (2,3 and 15,88 kg), and - Head is 1 inch below the top of the seat.
Page 9 Section 4 - Use Recommendations C680 True Fit si Convertible Seat Forward Facing Use Requirements: This child restraint, with the upper seatback installed in a forward facing position, is designed for use by children whose: - Weight is between 23 and 65 lbs (10,43 and 29 kg), and - Height is 50 inches (127 cm) or less.
Page 10: Section 5 Convertible Seat Parts
Section 5 - Convertible Seat Parts Removable Upper Seat Back Chest clip Head Bolster Seat/Lumbar Harness Pads Drink Holder Buckle Lower Anchor Connectors Rear Facing Recline Angle Indicator Harness Release Tension Adjuster...
Page 11 Section 5 - Convertible Seat Parts Forward Facing Belt Path (Red) Rear Facing Lower Anchor Belt Path (Blue) Storage Locations Rear Facing Rebound Managemnt Bar...
Page 12 Section 5 - Convertible Seat Parts Removable Upper Seat Back Harness Height Adjustment Release Tether Upper Seat Back Release Drink Holder Instructions Holder Lower Anchor Connectors...
Page 13: Section 6 Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location
Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location W ARNING DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur • Only use this Convertible Seat with the vehicle’s seat belts or LATCH System. • DO NOT use this Convertible Seat with vehicle seat belts mounted to the vehicle door or door frame.
Page 14 To determine the types of side impact air bag(s) your vehicle may have for individual seating positions, please refer to your owner’s manual. The First Years True Fit Convertible Seat child restraint may be used in any rear seating position equipped only with side impact airbags that are roof mounted with “curtain”...
Page 15 Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location V ehicle Seats: DO NOT use this Convertible Seat with the following vehicle seats: Rear Seats Of Seats Which Seats Which Small Extended Face Sides Of Face Rear Cab Pickup V ehicle Of Vehicle T rucks V ehicle Seat Belt Systems:...
Page 16 Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location Vehicle Seat Belt Systems: DO NOT use this Convertible seat with the following vehicle seat belts. Passive Restraints Passive Restraints Motorized Lap Or Shoulder Shoulder Belt Belt Mounted On Front Door 5. LATCH Lower Anchor Points Consult your automobile’s owner’s manual or manufacturer for location and availability of LATCH anchor points.
Page 17 Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location Vehicle Seat Belt Systems: Use only the vehicle’s lap and shoulder belt, lap belt or LATCH system when restraining this Infant Seat. Design and operation of vehicle seat belt systems vary from vehicle to vehicle and from seating location to seating Lap Belt Only in the same vehicle.
Page 18 Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location LAP BELTS Manually-adjusted lap belt This type of lap belt is tightened by pulling on the excess belt once it is buckled. Lap belt with automatic locking retractor(ALR) This belt system’s retractor locks automatically and does not allow the lap belt to lengthen once it is buckled.
Page 19 Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location Unsafe Vehicle Seat Belt Systems cont.- Lap and Shoulder Belt with Dual Retractors Do Not Use!- Each autobelt Strap has a retractor at each end and is attached to the latch plate at one end. 6.
Page 20 Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location What is LATCH? LATCH is a new system for attaching the child restraint to your vehicle seat. LATCH connects a child restraint to your automobile without using a seat belt. It is called Universal Anchorage System (UAS) in Canada or ISOFIX in Europe.
Page 21 Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location LATCH - Top Tether Anchor Locations Ceiling mount Rear Package Shelf Pick up Truck  Vehicle With Reinforced Seats Floor Mounts LATCH - Lower Anchor Attachment Points This child restraint is equipped with lower anchor and top tether connectors.
Page 22 Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location To p Tether LATCH Lower Anchor Maximum Child Weight for LATCH Lower Anchor 48lbs (21kg) Top Tether 48lbs (21kg) Use the vehicle’s seat belt for children weighing more than 48 lbs.(21kg) or refer to your automobile’s owner’s manual for the maximum weight allowances for LATCH installation.
Page 23 W ARNING DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur • Use only in a rear facing position when using restraint with an infant weighing less than 22 Pounds. (9kg) Use only with children who weigh between 5 and • 65 pounds (2,3 and 29 kg) and whose height is 50 inches (127 cm)or less.
Page 24: Section 7 Installation And Use
Be sure to read the entire True Fit si Owner’s Manual before you attempt an installation. Call The First Years at 1-888-899-2229 for assistance and to answer any questions that you may have.
Page 25: Child Placement In Restraint
Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.1 Child Placement in Restraint       ellen  Place child in the restraint with the child’s back flat against the back of the restraint and the child’s bottom touching the seat. ...
Page 26: Rear Facing W/ Lap/Shoulder Belt
22 lbs. Keep child rear facing as long as possible If you have any question regarding the use of the upper seat back or any other questions please contact the First Years staff at 1-888-899-2229.
Page 27 Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.2 Rear Facing Installation with Lap/Shoulder Belt.   Ensure vehicle is level.  Move the rebound bar to the rebound position and place this restraint in a rear seating position. Note: If needed a towel or pool noodle can be used for extra elevation and angle adjustment.
Page 28 Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.2 Rear Facing installation  with Lap/Shoulder Belt .  Unsnap the 4 front snaps and the 2 side snaps. Lift and fold  back padding.  Rear of vehicle  Rotate blue rear facing lock off toward the center of the restraint.
Page 29 Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.2 Rear Facing Installation with Lap/Shoulder Belt .  Route seat belt through the rear facing safety belt path.    Press down on seat with hand to compress the automobile seat cushion. ...
Page 30: Rear Facing W/ Lap Belt
22 lbs. Keep child in a rear facing position as long as possible If you have any question regarding the use of the upper seat back or any other questions please contact the First Years staff at 1-888-899-2229.
Page 31 Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.3 - Rear Facing Installation with Lap Belt.   -Ensure vehicle is level.  -Move the rebound bar to the rebound position and place this restraint in a rear seating position. Note: If needed a towel or pool noodle can be used for extra elevation and angle adjustment.
Page 32 Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.3 Rear Facing installation   with Lap Belt.  Unsnap the 4 front snaps and the 2 side snaps. Lift and fold   back padding.   Rear of vehicle Rear of vehicle ...
Page 33 Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.3 Rear Facing Installation with Lap Belt .  Route seat belt through the rear facing safety belt path.    Press down on seat with hand to compress the automobile seat cushion. ...
Page 34: Rear Facing W/ Latch Lower Anchor
22 lbs. Keep child rear facing as long as possible If you have any question regarding the use of the upper seat back or any other questions please contact the First Years staff at 1-888-899-2229.
Page 35 Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.4 Rear Facing Installation with LATCH Lower Anchor   Ensure vehicle is level.  Move the rebound bar to the rebound position and place this restraint in a rear seating position. Note: If needed a towel or pool noodle can be used for extra elevation and angle adjustment...
Page 36 Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.4 - Rear Facing  Installation / Lower Anchor   Unsnap the 4 front snaps and the 2 side snaps. Lift and fold   back padding. Remove Lower Anchors from purple holders. ...
Page 37 Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.4 - Rear Facing Installation / Lower Anchor.   Route lower anchor connector connectors through rear facing  safety belt path. NOTE: Remove any twist in webbing to ensure the webbing lies flat for securing the restraint to the vehicle.
Page 38: Aircraft Use
Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.4 - Rear Facing Installation / Lower Anchor  Press yellow arm into place and hold.  Rotate blue lock to the locked position. You will feel the blue lock, snap into position. Repeat other side.
Page 39: Forward Facing W/ Lap/Shoulder Belt
Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.6 - Forward Facing Installation with Lap/Shoulder Belt and Top Tether To p Tether   -Ensure vehicle is level.  -Place this restraint in a rear seating position.
Page 40 Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.6 Forward Facing with Lap/  Shoulder Belt and Tether tion Installa  Lift back flap and place harness to side.  Unlock and lower forward  facing lock off.  Route auto belt through forward facing belt path.
Page 41 Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.6 Forward Facing with Lap/  Shoulder Belt and Top Tether Installation.  Cont.- Engage the red lock tab and press down to lock.  Lower flap and secure hook and loop fasteners.  ...
Page 42: Forward Facing W/ Lap Belt
Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.7 - Forward Facing Installation with Lap Belt and Top Tether To p Tether   -Ensure vehicle is level.  -Place this restraint in a rear seating position.
Page 43 Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.7 Forward Facing with Lap  tion Belt and Tether Installa  Lift back flap and place harness to side.  Unlock and lower forward facing lock off.   Route auto belt through forward facing belt path.
Page 44 Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.7 Forward Facing with Lap  Belt and Top Tether Installation.  Cont.- Engage the red lock tab and press down to lock.  Lower flap and secure hook and loop fasteners.   Attach Top Tether to a designated achor point.
Page 45: Forward Facing W/ Latch Lower Anchor
Section 7 - Installation and Use LATCH Forward Facing Installation with Lower Anchor and Top Tether To pTether Lower Anchor   Ensure vehicle is level.  Place this restraint in a rear seating position designated as lower anchor compatible. Refer to your automobile’s owner’s manual for LATCH...
Page 46 Section 7 - Installation and Use LATCH Forward Facing  Lower Anchor with Top Tether  Lift back flap and place harness to side.  Unlock and lower forward facing lock off.   Locate Lower Anchors stored on the side of the side of the True Fit. To re-route lower anchors from ...
Page 47 Section 7 - Installation and Use LATCH Forward Facing Lower Anchor with Top Tether  Raise forward lock off over the  LATCH belt. Engage the red lock tab and press down to lock.   Lower flap and secure hook and loop fasteners.
Page 48: Recline Adjustment
Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.9 Recline Adjustment This Child Restraint has two positions in Rear Facing use mode only. WARNING This child restraint must installed in the full upright postion in the foward facing position. Upright  ° Reclined (10 of Recline) ...
Page 49: Rear Facing Angle Indicator
Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.10 Recline Adjustment This Child Restraint is equipped with a two zone angle indicator for use only in the Rear Facing mode. Zone is the recommended  Zone for use with Newborns & Infants. Zone are both and...
Page 50: Selecting Harness Height
Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.11 Selecting the Harness Height Location Rear Facing Harness Strap Height-Harness straps should be located in the nearest position at or below the shoulder. The True Fit has been safety tested with the height insert and head pillows that are included with this restraint.
Page 51: Shoulder Height Adjustment
Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.12 Shoulder Height Adjustment    Shoulder Height Positions Facing Direction Position Rear 1,2 & 3 Forward 2,3 & 4 Height Adjustment Pull on yellow release handles Raise or lower to the appropriate position. ...
Page 52: Pt Buckle
Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.14 - 5 Point Buckle To Unlock the 5 Point Buckle  Press the red button until 5 point buckle releases.  Pull buckle tongues up to remove.   To Lock the 5 Point Buckle ...
Page 53: Chest Clip
Section 7- Installation and Use 7.15 Chest Clip To Unlock the Chest Clip Squeeze center locking tabs .  Pull Chest clip apart .    To Lock the Chest Clip  Align locking tabs and press Chest Clip together until tabs snap into place.
Page 54: Adjust Harnesstension
Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.16 Adjusting Harness Tension To Tighten Harness System Tension  Pull on the harness tension adjuster to tighten harness straps. Tension Tip! A snug strap should not allow any slack. It lies in a relatively straight line with out sagging.
Page 55: Position Crotch Buckle Adjustment
Section 7 - Ttallation and Use Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.17 2 Position Crotch Buckle Adjustment To change position  Press the crotch buckle plunger down with fingers and move position. Note:The crotch buckle should be at the crotch but not under.
Page 56: Harness Length Adjustment
Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.19 Harness Length Adjustment To Adjust Harness Length  Unhook the harness straps from the metal plate and move to the desired adjustment.  Ensure the harness strap ends are fully hooked on the metal plate. Both side must look alike!! ...
Page 57: Upper Seatback Installation
Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.20 Upper Seatback Installation     Installation Align the upper seat back rods and push rods into the openings until you hear or feel a click. Pull up on the upper seat back to ensure the removeable upper seat back is locked in position.
Page 58: Upper Seatback Removal
Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.21 Upper Seatback Removal    Remove the upper seat back by lifting the yellow release taband pulling up on the upper seat back. NOTE: DO NOT store the upper seat back in the passenger compartment.
Page 59: Lower Achor Re-Routing
Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.22 Lower Anchor Child’s right side Re-routing To Re-route Lower Anchors  Forward facing to Rear Facing  Unfasten Lower Anchor from child’s right side storage hooks.  Pull the lower anchor from the child right side through forward facing belt path to child’s left side.
Page 60 Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.22 Lower Anchor Re-routing Child’s To Re-route Lower Anchors right side Rear Facing to Forward Facing  Unfasten Lower Anchors from storage hooks.   Unfasten elastic loops and snaps to lift padding out of seat bottom area.
Page 61 Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.22 Lower Anchor Re-routing Incorrect Routings !! WARNING DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur Avoid Webbing Entaglemants ! Route LATCH Lower Anchor Webbing to the side of the harness webbing when changing lower anchors from forward facing to rear facing or from rear facing to forward facing.
Page 62: Pad Removal
Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.23 Pad Removal & Laundering Pad Removal  Unfasten the 4 elastic loops located on the bottom of the True Fit.  Unfasten the 10 snaps located on the edge of the pad.  Lift the seatback flap.
Page 63 Section 7 - Installation and Use          ...
Page 64: Installation Pictograms
Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.24 Installation Pictograms Rear Facing Lap / Shoulder Lower Anchor Lap Belt Rear Facing Lap Belt Lower Anchor Lap / Shoulder Forward Facing Lap Belt/ Lap / Shoulder LATCH Top Tether w/ Top Tether Lower Anchor w/ Top Tether...
Page 65: Section 8 Safety Checklist/Safe Practices
Section 8 - Safety Checklist/Safe Practices Safe Practices For assistance with installation or use, contact one of the following sources: - Learning Curve at: Phone: 1-888-899-2229 Email: CS@learningcurve.com - A certified Child Passenger Safety (CPS) Technician in your area. To locate a CPS Technician in your area, log onto www .nhtsa.dot.gov and select “Child Passenger Safety”...
Page 66 Section 8 - Safety Checklist/Safe Practices Safety Checklist √ Did you read and understand these instructions and labels on the convertible car seat? Is the child the proper weight and height for the seat in the √ rear facing position? If the child is in the rear facing position, are the shoulder √...
Page 67: Section 9 Additional Information
Section 9 - Additional Information Certification: This child restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for use in motor vehicles. This Convertible Seat is certified for use in motor vehicles. Aircraft Use: This Restraint is Certified for Aircraft Use. V ehicle Seat Protection: Protect vehicle seat.
Page 68: Section 10 Care And Cleaning
Section 10 - Care and Cleaning Removing Seat Pad: Follow directions on page 61. Cleaning Seat Pad, Head Bolster and Height Insert: Hand wash in cool water and mild soap. - Air dry. Cleaning Shell: Wipe with mild solution of soap and water. Avoid wetting labels.
Page 69 Section 12 Accident seats True Fit Notes DO NOT use this True Fit if it has been in an accident unless it meets the criteria for a minor crash as set by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 1-According to NHTSA, a crash is minor if it meets ALL of the following: 2-the vehicle was able to be driven away from the crash site;...
Page 70 True Fit Notes Blank page for notes.
Page 71 True Fit Notes Blank page for notes.
Page 72 Keep this instruction manual for future use. Store in pocket on back of the Convertible Seat. INSTRUCTION MANUAL True Fit Premier Convertible carseat Model C670 WARNING DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur • Failure to use this Convertible Seat properly increases the risk of serious injury or death in a sudden stop or crash.