Evenflo OTTO - SELF-FOLDING STROLLER Manual

FEATURES

1. Parent's Handle
2. Canopy
3. Harness Straps
4. Harness Covers
5. Waist Restraint
6. Swivel Wheel
7. Footrest
8. Adjustable Legrest
9. Visor
10. Zippered Storage
11. Multi-Position Recline Strap
12. Brake
13. Rear Wheel
14. Storage Basket
15. Cupholder
16. Safety Button
17. Fold Release

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Child Requirements

Maximum weight: 55 lbs (24.9 kg)
Maximum height: 40 inches (101 cm)
Stroller is for use with children who can sit up unassisted, and is NOT recommended for newborns.

Read instructions carefully before use. Save these instructions for future reference. It is very important to assemble the stroller according to these instructions. DO NOT USE YOUR STROLLER UNTIL YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

If you are missing parts, do not use stroller and call Evenflo ParentLink at 1-800-233-2229 (USA or Canada) to order replacement parts.

Registration Information
Please register this product so we can reach you if there is a safety alert or recall. We will not sell, rent, or share your personal information. To register your product, please complete and mail the card that came with it or visit our online registration at www.evenflo.com/registerproduct.

IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS

UNFOLDING THE STROLLER

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

To avoid injury to fingers or hands, care must be taken when folding or unfolding stroller to prevent finger injury in hinge areas.

To protect flooring, place a protective covering (cardboard, towel, small rug or blanket) beneath the stroller during assembly.
To unfold stroller, push safety button and squeeze fold release. Lift up on Parent's Handle to open position.
To lock the stroller in the open position, pull upward until the stroller opens fully with an audible click.
Make sure the stroller locks in the open position by pushing down on the parent's handle and checking the lock indicator.

Lock Indicator
Green = Locked
Red = Not Locked

Helpful Hint: When unfolding with two hands, place hands on each side of handle with palms facing up. Lift up until stroller opens fully with an audible click.

INSTALLING THE WHEELS

Turn stroller so front of stroller is facing upwards, as shown.
To attach front wheels, line up metal pin with hole in front wheel mount and push on to frame as shown until it clicks into place.
PULL ON wheels to make sure both of them are securely attached.

To remove, insert flat tool into slot and pull wheel off stroller.

INSTALLING THE BUMPER BAR

To attach bumper bar, line up bumper bar, ensuring logo is upright, and push tabs into openings on stroller. Make sure bumper bar locks into position with audible clicks.
PULL on the bumper bar to make sure it is locked into place.

To remove the bumper bar, push both tabs and remove the bar from the stroller.

INSTALLING THE CUPHOLDER

To attach cupholder, slide down on the mount on the side of the stroller as shown.
To remove cupholder, press tab towards center and slide up as shown.

RECLINING THE SEAT

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.
To avoid serious injury from child falling out of stroller, DO NOT raise or recline seat with child in stroller.

To recline the seat, squeeze adjuster and pull down to preferred angle. Press on seat back to secure.
To raise the seat, hold D-ring on recline straps, then slide adjuster toward the seat.

USING THE STROLLER BRAKES

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

Always lock brakes. Make sure brakes are on by trying to push the stroller.

To lock, push brake lever DOWN as shown.

To unlock, lift lever UP as shown.

USING THE BUMPER BAR

To swivel the bumper bar, press tab on one side of the bumper bar and pull from the stroller.

USING THE CANOPY

To extend canopy, pull it forward as shown.

To close, push canopy toward parent's handle as shown.

Open or close visor as shown.

Open or close window panel as shown.

USING THE HARNESS

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.
Avoid serious injury from falling or sliding out. Always use waist restraint.

To attach harness, click buckles into crotch strap buckle.
Pull waist straps to tighten. Shoulder straps must be at shoulder height or lower, closest to the baby's shoulders.

To adjust height of strap, first remove harness covers. Undo hook-and-loop strips then release elastic from around back of buckle.
For a snug, comfortable fit, adjust height of strap and tighten, pull down on the free end of strap.
To loosen straps, push up on retainer and pull shoulder strap down.

Replace harness covers by feeding it under the strap and lining up bottom of notch under buckle (black side facing you).
Find elastic and place around buckle. Connect hookand-loop strips to close harness cover.

To unlock harness, push the button on crotch buckle.
To adjust center strap, pull straps to tighten.
To loosen, adjust center strap buckle as shown.

ADJUSTING THE LEGREST

To adjust legrest, squeeze buttons inside the seat pad on either side of stroller as shown. Rotate up or down until it clicks into place.

FOLDING THE STROLLER

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.
Care must be taken when folding or unfolding stroller to prevent finger injury to you or your child in hinge areas.
NOTE: To unfold the stroller, see instruction.

To fold the stroller, lock the rear brakes, close the canopy, and remove your child.
Press the Safety Button and squeeze the Fold Release on the Parent's Handle.
After pressing the Fold Release, gently lift the Parent's Handle forward and release. Stroller will continue to fold on its own.

ATTACHING AN INFANT CAR SEAT

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

• Make sure the infant car seat is securely attached into the seat mounts on both sides of the stroller before placing child in the seat.
• Only use Evenflo SecureMax™, SafeMax™, LiteMax™, LiteMax DLX™, and LiteMax™ Sport infant car seats with this stroller. Other infant car seats or carriers are not designed to fit the stroller frame and if used with this stroller, may result in serious injury to your child.
• To ensure safety for your baby, please refer to the manufacturer's instructions for the use of your recommended infant car seats and keep all instructions available for reference.
• DO NOT lift stroller by using the infant car seat handle when installed on stroller.
• DO NOT use infant car seat without bumper bar attached.

If unable to securely attach your infant car seat to this stroller, remove the car seat and contact Evenflo ParentLink at 1-800-233-2229 (USA or Canada).

To attach infant car seat to stroller seat, fully recline stroller by squeezing adjuster on the recline strap and lowering the backrest.
Insert infant car seat into stroller parent-facing until it latches into the infant car seat attachment points as shown.
The infant car seat MUST be facing the parent when installed.

Pull up on the infant car seat to make sure it is securely attached to the stroller.

To remove, squeeze handle on rear of seat and pull infant car seat up off of the stroller.

EVENFLO GOLD USE AND CARE

To keep your stroller in good condition, it is important to perform simple, regular maintenance. From time to time, check the hinges and folding areas. If you hear any squeaking or feel tension, contact Parentlink for repair and/or replacement options.

Fabric materials

• You can wipe down your stroller's seat fabric in cold water with a mild detergent.
• Do not use solvents, caustic or abrasive cleaning materials.
• Never use chlorine bleach.

Plastic/Metal Parts

• Wipe clean using a mild soap and warm water.
• You must not remove, dismantle or alter any part of the seat folding mechanism or brakes.
• Excessive exposure to sun could cause plastic to warp.
• Never use bleach on plastic or metal parts.

Wheel Care

• The wheels can be cleaned using a damp cloth. They will need to be dried completely with a soft towel or cloth.

For Storage

• Before storing, check for damage, torn material or missing parts or if any part is damaged or broken.
• Sunshine can fade seat fabric and dry out tires, so storing your stroller indoors will prolong its good looks.
• Ensure the stroller is dry before storing for prolonged periods.
• Always store stroller in a dry environment.
• Store stroller in a safe place when not in use (i.e. where children cannot play with it).
• DO NOT place heavy objects on top of the stroller.
• DO NOT store the stroller near a direct heat source, such as a radiator or space heater.
• To avoid mildew, ALWAYS open canopy and allow to dry before storing.

Safety

READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS! FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH!

• NEVER leave child unattended. ALWAYS keep child in view while in the stroller.
• Stroller is for use with children who can sit up unassisted, and is NOT recommended for newborns.
• Adult assembly required. Take care when unpacking and assembling; contains small parts and some items with sharp edges.
• To prevent a possible choking hazard, remove and discard packing material before using this product.
• Avoid serious injury from falling or sliding out. ALWAYS use waist restraint.
• DO NOT carry or roll stroller on stairs or escalators with child in it.
• DO NOT hang items on handle bar or place them on the canopy as they can tip stroller over and injure child.
• Be sure stroller is fully assembled and locked in unfolded position before using.
• ALWAYS exercise care when going over curbs or steps, and never use stroller for anything other than transporting your child. Push stroller at a normal walking pace only; faster strolling can cause a loss of control and injury to the child.
• DO NOT place hot liquids in cup holder. Spills can burn you or your child.
• To avoid serious injury from child falling out of stroller, DO NOT raise or recline seat with child in stroller.
• DO NOT use stroller if any parts are missing or broken.
• DO NOT allow child to climb on, into, out of, or around stroller.
• DO NOT allow child to stand on the footrest. Stroller may tip over and injure child.
• DO NOT carry additional children, goods, or accessories in or on this stroller except as advised in these instructions. The stroller is intended for use with one child occupant and to accommodate only the additional weights in storage as listed in these instructions.
• Care must be taken when folding or unfolding stroller to prevent finger injury to you or your child in hinge areas. Make sure child is not in the seat or near the stroller when folding or unfolding.
• NEVER leave stroller on a hill or incline, even with brakes set. Stroller may tip, injuring the child.
• To avoid accidental rolling, ALWAYS set brakes when stroller is not being pushed.
• AVOID STRANGULATION:
  • DO NOT suspend strings or toys from the canopy.
  • DO NOT place stroller anywhere near cords from window blinds, draperies, phone, etc.
  • DO NOT place items with a string around your child's neck such as hood strings or pacifier cords.
• When making adjustments to the stroller, ALWAYS ensure that all parts of the child's body are clear of any moving parts of the stroller.
• Sharp or heavy objects placed in pockets may cause damage to the stroller, or injury to the child.
• To avoid stroller instability and tip-overs, DO NOT load cup holder with over 1 lb (0.45 kg), zippered storage with over 5 lbs (2.26 kg), or the main cargo basket with over 10 lbs (4.5 kg).

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