Cleaning And Maintenance; Mounting The Rear Wheels - Chicco ECHO Instructions For Use Manual

• WARNING: This product is not suitable for running
or skating.
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• Prevent the stroller from coming into contact with
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salt water. It may cause the formation of rust.
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• Do not use the stroller on the beach.
• WARNING: This product must only be pushed by
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an adult.
• Do not use the stroller on stairs or elevators: it
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could cause the loss of control of the stroller. Pay
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special attention when manoeuvring the stroller
up or down pavements or a step.
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

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The cleaning and maintenance of this product must be carried out
on a regular basis by the user. The cleaning and maintenance of the
cts stroller must only be carried out by an adult.
Cleaning
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The cover is not removable. Clean the fabric parts with a damp
sponge and neutral detergent. Please refer to the care label.
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Periodically wipe clean plastic parts with a soft damp cloth. Always
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dry the metal parts to prevent the formation of rust if the stroller
has come into contact with water.
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Wash by hand in cold water
Do not bleach.
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Do not tumble dry
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Do not iron.
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Do not dry clean.
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Maintenance
Lubricate the moving parts only if necessary, with a light application
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of a silicone based lubricant. Regularly check the condition of the
wheels and, keep them clean of dust and sand. To avoid friction
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that may prevent the correct operation of the stroller, ensure that
all the movable plastic parts placed along the metal frame are
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clean of dust, dirt or sand. Keep the stroller in a dry place.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
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HOW TO ASSEMBLE THE FRONT WHEELS
1. Fit the front wheel unit to the stroller and lock it into position
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wheel unit is fitted correctly into position. Repeat this opera-
tion with the other wheel unit.
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WARNING: Before use, ensure that the wheel units are safely
locked into position.
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HOW TO OPEN THE STROLLER
WARNING: When opening the stroller, ensure that your child, or
other children, are at a safe distance. Ensure that during these op-
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erations the movable parts of the stroller do not come into contact
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2. Release the closing device and push the front part of the stroll-
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er forward (diag. 2).
3. Push the rear locking mechanism downward with your foot
(diag. 3).
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Ensure that the stroller is correctly locked in the open position.
WARNING: Before use, ensure that the stroller is locked in the
open position, by checking that the locking mechanism, at the rear
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of the stroller, is effectively secured.

MOUNTING THE REAR WHEELS

4. As shown in figure 4, insert pin A in the wheel. Insert the pin
together with the wheel in the hole located at the lower end of
the rear leg tube. Then insert the second wheel and washer B.
Secure everything using clip C (fig. 4A). Cover both wheels with
wheel cover D. Repeat the procedure on the other side.
HOW TO USE THE SAFETY HARNESS
This stroller has a 5-point safety harness that features two shoul-
der straps, two adjustment holes, a waist strap and a crotch strap
with buckle
WARNING: When using the safety harness with children from
birth up to approximately 6 months of age, it is necessary to fit
the shoulder straps. Carry out this operation by inserting them first
through the two adjustment holes.
5. If necessary, adjust the height of the shoulder straps, inserting
them into the adjustment hole, as shown in diagram 5. After
sitting your child in the stroller, fasten the safety harness, first
inserting the two prongs into the hole located on the shoulder
straps (diag. 5A and 5B) and then into the buckle of the crotch
strap (diag. 5C). Adjust the length of the straps, ensuring that
they adhere to the child's shoulders and body correctly. To un-
fasten the waist strap, press and pull the side prongs.
WARNING: Children should be harnessed in at all times. To ensure
your child's safety, it is necessary to always use the safety harness.
For extra safety, "D" rings are provided for the attachment of a sep-
arate safety harness approved to BS6684. They are located inside
the seat on the left and right, see diagram 5D above.
HOW TO ADJUST THE BACKREST
The backrest can be adjusted to various positions.
6. To adjust the inclination of the backrest, press the button lo-
cated on the backrest. Release the button to lock the backrest
in the nearest position (diag. 6).
7. To raise the backrest to the desired position, simply push it in
an upward direction (diag. 7).
8. For maximum comfort, fasten the two side fabric flaps to the
rear tube with the press studs, as shown in diagram 8.
WARNING: The child's weight can make these operations difficult.
ADJUSTING THE LEG REST
The stroller's leg rest can be adjusted to two positions to offer extra
comfort to your child.
9. Press simultaneously the two side buttons, as shown in dia-
gram 9, to adjust the leg rest to the desired position.
REAR BRAKES
The rear wheels have linked brakes, which can be applied simultane-
ously to the two double rear wheels by using only one pedal.
10. To apply the brakes, push one of the two levers located at the
centre of the rear wheels in a downward direction, as shown in
diagram 10.
11. To unlock the braking system, push one of the two levers lo-
cated at the centre of the rear wheels in an upward direction,
as shown in diagram 11.
WARNING: Always apply the brakes whenever the stroller is sta-
tionary. Never leave your child unattended.
WARNING: Never leave the stroller on a sloped surface, with a
child onboard, even with the brakes applied.
WARNING: After operating the brake lever, ensure that the brakes
have been correctly applied to all the rear wheel units.
SWIVEL WHEELS
The stroller has front swivel wheels.
12. To unlock the swivel wheels, lower the lever located between the
two wheels. Use the swivel wheels on smooth surfaces. To lock
the wheels, push the lever in an upward direction (diag. 12).
WARNING: the swivel wheels make the stroller easier to manoeu-
vre; on uneven surfaces it is recommended to use locked front
wheels to guarantee the safe use of the stroller (on gravel, unpaved
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