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INSTRUCTION BOOK Convertible Child Restraint Series No.: BL7A/2010 IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS BOOKLET IN THE PLACE PROVIDED ON THE CHILD RESTRAINT Rearward Facing Forward Facing For use with children For use with children from approximately up to approximately 6 months. 6 months to approximately 4 years of age.
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CAREFULLY READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION. IN THE EVENT OF DOUBT ABOUT THE HOW TO INSTALL METHOD OF INSTALLATION, CONSULT BABYLOVE OR AGENT OR A CHILD RESTRAINT FITTING STATION AUTHORISED BY A RELEVANT TRANSPORT AUTHORITY OR, IN NEW ZEALAND, THE AGENT FOR THE HOW TO USE VEHICLE.
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• Use the restraint exactly as shown in the instructions. • The restraint is not intended to be a substitute baby cot or bed. It is only designed to enable safe transportation of children in motor vehicles. Do not leave a baby in the restraint for long periods of •...
SHOULDER HEIGHT MARKERS & A GROWING CHILD SHOULDER HEIGHT MARKERS & THE NEXT STEP NEWBORN (REARWARD FACING) Shoulder height markers are provided on this restraint for a visual indication that the child is safe to ride in this restraint. Do not turn to forward-facing until the child's shoulder's reach the lower marker. Lower shoulder Label A Do not continue to use the restraint if the child's shoulders are above the top marker.
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SHOULDER HEIGHT MARKERS & THE NEXT STEP SPECIAL FEATURES: REARWARD-FACING BABY USE REARWARD FACING For the next child restraint choose from: To be used only in a rearward-facing position until the infant's shoulders reach the lower shoulder height marker (approximately 6 months of age). These options are generally from approximately 4 years of age.
SPECIAL FEATURES: REARWARD-FACING SUITABLE FOR USE BABY USE REARWARD FACING BABY USE REARWARD FACING Car's Anchor Fitting TO BE USED WITH A LAP SASH OR LAP ONLY SEAT BELT IN THE BACK OF MOST CARS WITH FORWARD-FACING SEATS. Stabilising Bar (Shown in Baby Use mode - for rear facing) To be used only in a rearward-facing position for an infant 590mm until their shoulders reach the lower shoulder height marker...
HOW TO SET-UP HOW TO SET-UP BABY USE REARWARD FACING BABY USE REARWARD FACING CHANGING SHOULDER STRAP SLOTS: FOR BABY USE REARWARD-FACING ADJUSTING HARNESS STRAP HEIGHT: FOR BABY USE REARWARD-FACING Correct fitment of the harness is very A. If using the seat for the first time, you may need to important as it restrains the baby in the use the second set of shoulder strap slots rather restraint.
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HOW TO SET-UP HOW TO SET-UP BABY USE REARWARD FACING BABY USE REARWARD FACING CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE E. Pull the shoulder strap out of the slot. To use this child restraint, the car will need a child restraint anchor fitting in the seating position that you Pull intend to use.
HOW TO INSTALL HOW TO INSTALL BABY USE REARWARD FACING BABY USE REARWARD FACING D. To convert the restraint from forward facing mode to rearward H. Position the restraint in the car rearward facing Pull out in the chosen seating position. facing mode for Baby Use, unlock the stabilising bar by pulling to unlock.
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HOW TO INSTALL HOW TO INSTALL BABY USE REARWARD FACING BABY USE REARWARD FACING J. Engage seat belt buckle and tongue. Attachment Clip Ensure Upper Anchorage Strap is not slack, K. Re-attach the cover by connecting the plastic attached to the car's fasteners and align restraint centrally to the Anchor Fitting.
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HOW TO INSTALL HOW TO INSTALL BABY USE REARWARD FACING BABY USE REARWARD FACING ANGULAR ADJUSTMENT OF RESTRAINT IMPORTANT: If using an Extension Strap, positioning the Attachment Clip above the baby may lead to injury in an Some vehicle seats have more rearward slope than others. If the angle of the seat causes the baby to accident therefore make sure that the Attachment Clip is not positioned in front of the vehicle seat.
HOW TO USE HOW TO USE BABY USE REARWARD FACING BABY USE REARWARD FACING PLACING BABY INTO RESTRAINT Harness E. Always make sure the baby is dressed to allow harness Adjustment Lever buckle to be pulled up between baby’s legs e.g. a jump Adjuster A.
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A recommended Baby Insert Pad may be used to snugly support a baby. Do not use a baby insert pad that is not recommended for this child restraint by Babylove Products. Discontinue use when Baby Insert Pad is a tight fit or creates discomfort for larger babies or causes the baby's TO REMOVE RESTRAINT FROM VEHICLE shoulder to reach the Lower Shoulder Height Marker.
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SPECIAL FEATURES - Forward Facing SPECIAL FEATURES - Forward Facing TODDLER USE FORWARD FACING TODDLER USE FORWARD FACING To be used only in a forward-facing position by children whose shoulder's have reached the lower Car's Anchor Fitting shoulder height marker (approximately 6 months of age) until the shoulders reach the upper shoulder height marker (approximately 4 years of age.) Slots for adjusting height of shoulder straps.
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SUITABLE FOR USE - Forward Facing HOW TO SET-UP TODDLER USE FORWARD FACING TODDLER USE FORWARD FACING ADJUSTING HARNESS STRAP HEIGHT: FOR CHILD USE FORWARD-FACING TO BE USED WITH A LAP SASH OR LAP ONLY SEAT BELT IN THE BACK OF MOST CARS WITH FORWARD-FACING SEATS.
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HOW TO SET-UP HOW TO SET-UP TODDLER USE FORWARD FACING TODDLER USE FORWARD FACING CHANGING SHOULDER STRAP SLOTS: FOR CHILD USE FORWARD-FACING D. Pull the shoulder strap out of the slot. Pull A. Remove the restraint from vehicle as instructed on page 40. B.
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HOW TO SET-UP HOW TO INSTALL TODDLER USE FORWARD FACING TODDLER USE FORWARD FACING INSTALLING INTO VEHICLE (FORWARD FACING) F. Ensure there are no twists in the shoulder strap Pull out and the buckle tongues face the correct way. to unlock (UPRIGHT OR RECLINED) A.
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HOW TO INSTALL HOW TO INSTALL TODDLER USE FORWARD FACING TODDLER USE FORWARD FACING F. Push to lock the stabilising bar into G. Position restraint in forward facing Route Lap & UPRIGHT MODE mode and align restraint centrally to upright forward facing position. Sash portion Refer to illustration for location of the chosen seating position.
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HOW TO INSTALL HOW TO INSTALL TODDLER USE FORWARD FACING TODDLER USE FORWARD FACING J. Hook the attachment clip to the car's anchor fitting Upper Anchorage Pull to remove Strap as shown. Make sure to remove as many twists as Attachment slack, then store possible from the upper anchorage strap..
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HOW TO USE HOW TO USE TODDLER USE FORWARD FACING TODDLER USE FORWARD FACING PLACING TODDLER IN THE RESTRAINT C. Fit either harness tongue into the harness Tongue buckle followed by the other tongue until A. Lengthen harness by lifting up Harness Adjuster a click is heard.
HOW TO USE CARE & MAINTENANCE TODDLER USE FORWARD FACING REGULAR CARE OF THIS RESTRAINT: REMOVING CHILD FROM RESTRAINT A. Press red button on Harness Buckle then both Harness Tongues will be released. Lift the shoulder Please check the following items regularly to ensure the safety of your child: straps from the child’s shoulders and remove the child from the car.
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CARE & MAINTENANCE CARE & MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE SEAT C. Unhook Elastic Loops. A. Disengage Harness B. Disconnect shoulder harness Tongues from Harness straps from metal strap connector Use only mild soap and water to clean all metal and plastic parts of the restraint. Do not use chemicals Crotch Buckle.
ACCESSORIES & FEATURES ACCESSORIES & FEATURES PADDED INSERT (If supplied) The following instructions apply to accessories that may be supplied with this restraint at point of purchase. If not, a variety of accessories are available from various retailers of Nursery Elegance. The Baby Insert Pad is designed to snugly support the baby for extra comfort.
TRAVELLING TIPS ACCESSORIES & FEATURES SAFETY CUP HOLDER (If supplied) Never hold a baby in arms when riding in a motor vehicle. In this position the baby could be thrown The cup holder can be fitted onto both sides of the seat.
Consult the vehicle owner's handbook for location of anchorage fittings or anchorage points and the Extension Strap distance to be measured. Length 300mm (Use Babylove part K304) possible use of spacers. Some vehicles may have an anchor fitting fitted by the vehicle manufacturer. If...
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VEHICLE INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES seating position nearest child restraint fitting station or traffic authority for Anchor fitting (Available from retailers of Babylove products) vehicle inspection to find the best, correct position for EXTRA ANCHOR KITS: Are available if using the restraint in...
IN CASE OF CRASH NOTES If your restraint has been involved in a severe crash, you should destroy the restraint even if no damage is obvious. Some insurance companies offer vehicle insurance which covers or partially covers the replacement of your child restraint. Contact your insurance company for further details. Your insurance company may require you to keep the child restraint for assessment, but do not use the child restraint after a severe crash.
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