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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
True Fit Deluxe
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 C650

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL True Fit Deluxe Convertible carseat Model C650 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...
  • Page 2 Section 1 - Introduction Dear Parents, Thank you for purchasing The First Years True Fit Deluxe 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. C650 True Fit Deluxe Convertible Seat Rear Facing...
  • Page 8 Section 4 - Use Recommendations C650 True Fit Deluxe 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 Convertible Seat forward facing. Upper 23 - 65 lbs. Seat Less than 50” Height Back Over 12 mos. Forward Facing WARNING ! NEVER install the C650 True Fit Deluxe in a forward facing position without the upper seat back installed.

  • 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 Angle Indicator Harness Tension Adjuster...
  • Page 11 Section 5 - Convertible Seat Parts forward facing rear facing Forward Facing Rear Facing Belt Path (Red) Belt Path (Blue) Lower Anchor Storage Locations Adjustable Upright/Recline Foot...
  • 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

    This Section of the True Fit Deluxe Owner’s Manual Contains the step by step installations’ instructions and step by step adjustment instructions. Be sure to read the entire True Fit Deluxe 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 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 recline foot to the rear facing 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 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 recline foot to the recline 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  Rotate blue rear facing lock off toward the center of the restraint.
  • 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 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 recline foot to the recline 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.  See page 58 for moving Lower Rear of vehicle Anchors from forward facing to Rear Facing.
  • 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 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 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 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 both Rear Facing & Forward Facing use modes. Upright  Reclined (5 ) °  To change position, simply move green tab to desired position.
  • Page 49 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 Section 7 - Installation and Use  7.11 Rear Facing Rear of Vehicle Recline Adjustment  To change positions. simply green tab to only the upright or reclined positions  upright tab position is parallel with the flip foot. UPRIGHT rear facing ...
  • Page 51 Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.12 Forward Facing Recline Adjustment  To change positions. simply green tab to only the upright or reclined positions  ó  u í  Reclined tab position is parallel with the flip foot. RECLINED forwardfacing ...
  • Page 52 Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.13 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 53: 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 54 Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.16 - 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 55: Chest Clip

    Section 7- Installation and Use 7.17 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 56 Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.18 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 57: Position Crotch Buckle Adjustment

    Section 7 - Ttallation and Use Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.19 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 58: Harness Length Adjustment

    Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.21 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 59: Upper Seatback Installation

    Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.23 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 60: Upper Seatback Removal

    Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.23 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 61: Lower Achor Re-Routing

    Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.24 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 62 Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.24 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 63 Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.24 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 64: Pad Removal

    Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.25 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 65 Section 7 - Installation and Use          ...

  • Page 66: Installation Pictograms

    Section 7 - Installation and Use 7.20 Installation Pictograms 7.26 Installation Pictograms Rear Facing Rear Facing Lap / Shoulder Lower Anchor Lap / Shoulder Lower Anchor Lap Belt Lap Belt Rear Facing Rear Facing Lap Belt Lap Belt Lower Anchor Lower Anchor Lap / Shoulder Lap / Shoulder...

  • Page 67: 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 68 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 69: 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 70: 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 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 C650 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.

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