Do you have a question about the CARROT-3 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers
Summary of Contents for Seeds CARROT-3
Page 1
CARROT-3 The Child Restraint System for Special Needs Instruction Manual Read carefully all the instructions before use. ! ! When not in use, store in the pocket on the back for future use.
Carrot-3 “ Special Needs Restraint ” is designed to give extra support to children who have difficulty in sitting correctly in conventional seats. Always consult your doctor to make sure that this restraint system is suitable for your child, and read all the instructions in this manual before use.
• Use forward-facing position only. • Do never change anything on the construction of the Carrot-3, unless this is specially authorized in this instruction manual. • Adjust the belts provided with this child seat so they fit snugly around your child.
Page 5
WARNING! WARNING! ! ! DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur • When not in use, this instruction manual should be stored in the pocket on the back. • This child seat must not be used in the home, in boats, or other non- certified applications.
Safety Information Safety Information Important Notes Important Notes • Verify child seat is securely installed / fixed to car seat with provided upper and lower fixing straps, and harness is properly adjusted around child each time child seat is used. •...
(Fig.1). Once reclined, re-tighten the harness straps (Fig. 2). Reclining the back without loosening the harness straps may cause choking. The Carrot-3 was tested at a 30º recline from vertical, and should not be transported in a moving vehicle past this point.
Installation Installation Standard Installation Standard Installation Fixing Strap Installation 1. Installation using fixing straps provided at the upper and lower parts of the child seat. 2. Secure the Head-Support to the vehicle’s headrest using the Head-Support fixing strap, and the child seat main body to the vehicle’s seat using the lower fixing strap.
Installation Installation Aircraft Installation Aircraft Installation Most airlines allow the use of a child restraint if it has been approved for airline use and properly fits into the aircraft. Contact your airline about their child restraint policy before traveling. • The FAA recommends that a child weighing up to18.1 kg (40 lbs) use a certified harness child seat while traveling on an aircraft.
Page 12
Installation Installation Installation of Carrot-3 Fixing Strap Installation of Carrot-3 Fixing Strap When you use the child restraint in an aircraft, you will need to use the Fixing Strap. This strap is long enough to tether the child restraint around the Aircraft seat.
Page 13
Installation Installation Installing The Child Restraint Forward-facing Installing The Child Restraint Forward-facing The Fixing Strap in Aircraft in Aircraft • • IMPORTANT IMPORTANT: Before installing the child restraint, make sure the aircraft seat is in a fully upright position. 1. Adjust the child restraint to its upright position, then place it on the aircraft seat forward-facing.
Functions Functions Head Section Head Section Head Support Depth Adjustment Head Support Depth Adjustment The Head Support can be adjusted forward or backward by 1.5 cm (0.6”) increments to provide a better fit and added protection for the occupant (Fig. A). To Adjust: Remove screws on each side of the head support with a Phillips screwdriver.
Functions Functions Shoulder Section Shoulder Section Shoulder Harness Strap ( B) Harness Strap Adjustment Harness Strap Adjustment The Harness Strap comfortably positions the child in place. To tighten the shoulder harness strap, pull on the harness adjustment strap (Fig. A). To loosen the harness strap, press and hold the harness release lever (Red), while pulling the Harness...
Functions Functions Shoulder Strap Comfort Pad Shoulder Strap Comfort Pad The shoulder strap comfort pad can be moved by readjusting the Velcro attached to the back of ® the Head Support. Shoulder Protector Wing Shoulder Protector Wing Optional Accessory Adjusting Shoulder Width Adjusting Shoulder Width Sideway extension adjustment of Shoulder Protector Wing is available by Max.100 mm, 50 mm each...
Functions Functions Shoulder Protector Wing Installation Shoulder Protector Wing Installation 1. Detach the Shoulder Harness from the harness yoke (Fig. A). 2. Remove the harness and the Comfort Pads from the Head-Support unit (Fig. B). 3. Press and hold the Head-Support release buttons, and remove the Head- Support unit (Fig.
Functions Functions Chest Section Chest Section ! ! WARNING! Top level of the Chest-Support must be lower than Top level of the Chest-Support must be lower than throat area. Positioning the Chest-Support too high throat area. Positioning the Chest-Support too high may risk your child choked.
Functions Functions Backrest Section Backrest Section IMPORTANT : IMPORTANT : • Height of the Shoulder Harness Strap moves with the height of the Backrest. • Level of the Shoulder Harness Strap must be at or above the Child’s shoulders, parallel to level ground.
Functions Functions Seat Section Seat Section When a child sits with knees bent, adjust the total seat length slightly shorter than the length from pelvis to rear knee of your child. Adjusting Seat Length Adjusting Seat Length Release locking by pulling the Seat Extension Release Strap on the front of the child seat, and while pulling the Strap, adjust position of the Rodded Seat Extension.
Functions Functions Adjusting Seat Depth Adjusting Seat Depth Seat depth can be adjusted by max. 35mm by changing position of Seat Depth Adjuster Knob. Ask the distributor for adjustment and assistance. Foot Rest Foot Rest Optional Accessory (Short / Medium / Long) (Short / Medium / Long) Three sizes of Foot Rest are provided to choose most appropriate one for your child.
Functions Functions Pads and Cushions / Standard Accessories Pads and Cushions / Standard Accessories Following Pads and Cushions are provided as standard accessories. Attaching and Adjusting these pads and cushions can easily be done by Velcro for comfortable positioning to the child’s body seating. Head Pillow Head Pillow Use to realize most comfortable and secure head position in the Head-Support.
Functions Functions Anti Adduction / Knee Separator Pad Anti Adduction / Knee Separator Pad Optional Accessory 1. Unbuckle the harness strap. 2. Open the Velcro fastener and wrap around chest support harness to fasten. 3. The Anti Adduction / Knee Separator Pad can be attached forward or reverse facing.
4. After reconnecting the belt, tighten the belt to bring the seat and back close together. 5. When not in use, always store the hinge lock belt in the backrest pocket along with the Carrot-3 user manual. Tutorial Video URL...
Securing Your Child Securing Your Child Once the child seat has been installed in the vehicle and adjustments have been made, follow these instructions to secure the child. • Loosen the harness by pressing the harness strap release lever (in Red) on the front of the child seat, then pull the Fig.
Page 26
Securing Your Child Securing Your Child I f you find the buckle of your vehicle's seat is higher positioned than the belt f you find the buckle of your vehicle's seat is higher positioned than the belt guides of the child seat, consult your dealer for support and solution. guides of the child seat, consult your dealer for support and solution.
Page 27
(Fig.1). Once reclined, re-tighten the harness straps (Fig. 2). Reclining the back without loosening the harness straps may cause choking. The Carrot-3 was tested at a 30º recline from vertical, and should not be transported in a moving vehicle past this point.
Care and Maintenance Care and Maintenance Cover Removal Cover Removal Do not try to remove or replace the cover by yourself as it is complicated and needs equipments. Ask the distributor for removal or replacement of the cover. Do not take apart or attempt to take apart the harness. Never remove the buckle tongues from the harness.
Product Dimensions Product Dimensions 420 mm Overall Width ( with the Shoulder Protector Wing Set ) (460~560 mm ) 8.7 kg Product Weight 250~410 mm Seat Depth (with the Shoulder Protector Wing ) (10.5kg) 260 mm Seat Width Target User Weight 10~49 kg Extendable Backrest Height 520~645 mm Target User Age 2~15 years...
This warranty does not include damages which arise from negligence, misuse or use not in accordance with the product instruction. The use of non-CARROT-3’s covers, inserts, toys, accessories, or tightening devices is not approved. Their use could cause this child seat to fail Safety Standard, ECE regulation No.16, or not to perform as intended in a crash.
Warranty Warranty LIMITED TWO TWO-YEAR WARRANTY LIMITED -YEAR WARRANTY Product Model Number : CARROT Product Model Number : CARROT ‐ ‐ 3 3 Your Name: Your Street Address: State: City: Country: Zip Code Telephone Number: E-mail Address: Date of Purchase: Date of Purchase: Distributor Distributor...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the CARROT-3 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers