Diono Solana 2 LATCH - Booster Seat Manual

Table of Contents

Contents

1 REGISTER THIS CAR SEAT
2 VEHICLE SEATING LOCATIONS
3 VEHICLE SEAT BELT SYSTEMS
4 CAR SEAT USE AFTER A COLLISION
5 PARTS
6 INSTALLATION
7 SECURING THE CHILD
8 CARE & MAINTENANCE
9 SAFE USE GUIDE
10 Documents / Resources
- 10.1 References
- 10.2 Download manual

REGISTER THIS CAR SEAT

Please take a moment to fi ll out the prepaid registration card attached to the booster seat and mail it in today or register online at:
Diono U.S.:https://diono.com/product-registration
Diono Canada: https://diono.ca/product-registration
Child restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register this restraint to be reached in a recall. Send your name, address, e-mail address if available, and the restraint's model number and manufacturing date to:
Diono U.S. Diono Canada ULC
PO Box 77129 2160 S. Service Rd., W.
Seattle, WA 98177 Oakville, ON L6L 9Z9 Canada or call 1-855-463-4666 or call 1-866-954-9786
or register online at: or register online at:
https://diono.com/product-registration ; https://diono.ca/product-registration
For recall information, call the U.S. Government's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.NHTSA.gov.
For future reference, in the case of a change of address, please take a moment to fi ll out the following information:
Model Name
Model Number
Serial Number
Manufacture Date
year
month
day
This information can be found either on the registration card or on the manufacturing label located on the seat.

VEHICLE SEATING LOCATIONS

According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions.
The safest seating position is one that works best for your specific child restraint, family and vehicle model.
Before installing this child restraint you must determine the method of installation and the best vehicle seating position for that method.
VEHICLE SEATING LOCATIONS - Part 1
When determining whether the child restraint can be used with vehicle LATCH/UAS anchors in the rear center seating position, it is critical that you refer to your vehicle owner's instruction manual. If the child restraint does not install best in the rear center seating location, it is recommended to move to one of the outboard seating positions.
VEHICLE SEATING LOCATIONS - Part 2

VEHICLE SEAT BELT SYSTEMS

Some vehicle seat belt systems cannot be used with this booster seat.

ALWAYS install this booster seat in vehicle seats with 3-point (Lap and Shoulder) belts. If your vehicle is equipped with lower anchors, Diono always recommends installation utilizing the LATCH/UAS connectors with this booster seat.
DO NOT install this booster seat in vehicle seats with a Lap Belt Only.
DO NOT install this booster seat in vehicle seats with Motorized (Automatic) Vehicle Lap and Shoulder Belts.
DO NOT install this booster seat in vehicle seats with Door Mounted Vehicle Belts.
DO NOT install this booster seat in vehicle seats with Inflatable Vehicle Belts.

CAR SEAT USE AFTER A COLLISION

UNITED STATES
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) recommends that car seats be replaced following a MODERATE or SEVERE collision in order to ensure a continued high level of collision protection for child passengers. In the U.S., car seats do not automatically need to be replaced following a MINOR collision.
NHTSA defines a MINOR crash as one in which ALL of the following apply:

The vehicle was able to be driven away from the collision site;AND
The vehicle door nearest the car seat was not damaged;AND
No vehicle occupants were injured;AND
There is no visible damage to the car seat;AND
The air bags (if present) did not deploy.

NEVER use a car seat that has been involved in a MODERATE or SEVERE collision.

CANADA

DO NOT USE THIS CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM IF IT HAS BEEN IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Transport Canada designates that you MUST replace this child restraint if it has been involved in a collision.
You must dispose of your child seat or booset seat if the child seat was in a vehicle during a crash. Even if the child seat was empty or was not directly hit, it may be damaged.
You must dispose of your child seat or booset seat if the shell is cracked or the webbing of the child car seat is frayed, torn or discolored.

PARTS

BELT GUIDE
LATCH/UAS CONNECTORS
LATCH/UAS ADJUSTER STRAPS
SHOULDER BELT GUIDE STRAP. LOCATED UNDER SEAT COVER.

INSTRUCTION MANUAL STORAGE POCKET. LOCATED UNDER SEAT COVER.
CUP HOLDER

INSTALLATION

Unsecured objects can become flying hazards and can cause serious injury in an accident. If your vehicle is equipped with lower anchors, Diono always recommends installation utilizing the LATCH/ UAS connectors with this booster seat.
To improve safety and performance, this booster seat is equipped with a lower anchorage system that allows secure attachment to a vehicle's lower anchor locations.

Disengage LATCH/UAS connectors from storage slots and lay booster seat on its side. While DEPRESSING the cam lock lever, PULL LATCH/ UAS connectors away from the booster seat and extend both straps all the way. Do not overextend connector straps.
Attach both LATCH/UAS connectors to the vehicle anchors, starting with the connector that is furthest from you. For ease of use, make sure open end of hooks face upward during use.
While pushing booster against vehicle seat, pull one adjuster strap tight and then the other. Make sure that both LATCH/UAS connectors are securely attached to the vehicle's lower anchors.
The entire seat bottom should sit flat on the vehicle seat.

NOTE: Even with LATCH/UAS connectors properly attached and adjusted, child seat will still have movement against the vehicle seat back and bottom.

DO NOT use LATCH/UAS if installation interferes with vehicle seat belt.

When using booster seat in center seating position, make sure it is stable and does not rock from side-to-side, otherwise choose a different seating position.

DISENGAGING LOWER ANCHOR INSTALLATION
Follow the previous instructions in reverse order.

Reach under the bottom of the booster seat and depress the cam lock lever while pulling the seat away from the vehicle seat back until the lower anchor straps are extended all the way.
Disconnect LATCH/UAS connectors from vehicle anchors.
Pull lower anchor adjuster straps to recess the LATCH/UAS connectors into the back of the booster seat bottom for safe storage.

CUP HOLDERS
Swivel outward to the locked position for use. Swivel inward to the recessed and locked position when not in use.

DO NOT use with hot liquids as this could burn a child.

Do not step on or put excess weight on the cup holder which could cause it to break.

SECURING THE CHILD

Use ONLY the vehicle's lap and shoulder belt system when restraining the child in this booster seat. DO NOT use lap belt only.

ONLY use with children whose ears are below the top of the vehicle seat or headrest.

Properly position child into installed seat. The child should be sitting upright and seated all the way back in the booster seat.
Fasten vehicle seat belt across child. The lap portion of the seat belt should rest within both lower belt guides. Make sure the vehicle seat belt is not twisted and lays flat across child's hips, torso and shoulder.
Tighten the seat belt by pulling the diagonal shoulder belt portion in the direction of the arrows.

DO NOT position the vehicle belt over the armrest. It MUST pass through the lower belt guide. ALWAYS make sure the vehicle seat belt can properly retract before each use.
NEVER position the shoulder belt loosely or under the child's arm or behind their back.

The vehicle shoulder belt should lay over the shoulder and should NOT be touching the child's neck.

PROPER BUCKLE POSITION

After booster seat is installed and seat belt is fastened around child, it is important to confirm correct seat belt buckle position to ensure secure installation.

CORRECT SEAT BUCKLE POSITION
Buckle is on the outside of lower belt guide.

INCORRECT SEAT BUCKLE POSITION
If buckle is being pulled across the lower belt guide and into the seat, choose another seating position within the vehicle.

USING THE SHOULDER BELT GUIDE STRAP

If the vehicle shoulder belt does not correctly fit the child, then the seat must be used with the shoulder belt guide strap and properly adjusted to fit the child.

Remove shoulder belt guide strap from storage area underneath seat.
Position child correctly in seat, making sure lap and shoulder belts are positioned properly across child.
Attach the RED shoulder belt guide strap onto the diagonal shoulder belt.
Adjust strap to correct length, so that the RED guide is just above shoulder.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

DO NOT use solvents, harsh detergents or any other chemical or cleaning agent. DO NOT lubricate any part of the seat.

CLEANING FABRICS: Seat cover


Machine wash in cold water on gentle cycle using mild detergent	Dry flat and in the shade only	DO NOT bleach, iron or dry clean

CLEANING PLASTICS: Seat shell and components


Spot clean only with warm water. Use mild detergent	Towel dry completely before re-use	DO NOT bleach

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

WE LOVE TO HELP
Hello there, Welcome to the Diono family!
We've created this lovingly engineered car seat to help keep your child comfortable and safe with all of the goods and none of the gimmicks.
We look forward to lending a helping hand each and every day.
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Diono Canada: 1-866-954-9786

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SAFE USE GUIDE

Carefully read and understand all instructions and warnings in this manual, and those labeled on your child restraint. Failure to do so can result in the SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH of your child.

SAFE USE REQUIREMENTS:
This child restraint is designed for use ONLY with children who weigh 40–120 lb (18–54 kg) AND whose height is 38–63 in (97–160 cm).

Use ONLY the vehicle's lap and shoulder belt system when restraining the child in this booster seat. DO NOT use a lap belt only!
SAFE USE REQUIREMENTS

Use ONLY with children whose ears are below the top of the fully raised vehicle headrest.

CERTIFICATIONS:

This child restraint system conforms to all applicable requirements of U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) 213 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) 213.2 and is certified for use in passenger cars, multi-purpose passenger vehicles, and trucks only.

THIS RESTRAINT IS NOT CERTIFIED FOR USE IN AIRCRAFT.
Aircraft seats do not have shoulder belts which are required for use with this child restraint.

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur

Read all instructions before using this child restraint. You can store these instructions in the pocket provided under the seat cover of your booster seat.
Before installing this child restraint in a vehicle, be sure to also check the vehicle owner's manual for information on proper installation.
DO NOT use child restraint in any configuration not shown in the instructions.
UseONLY with children who weigh 40–120 lb (18–54 kg) AND whose height is 38–63 in (97–160 cm).
Use ONLY the vehicle's lap and shoulder belt system when restraining the child in this booster seat. NEVER use with ONLY a vehicle lap belt to restrain a child. This could result in serious injury or death.
ALWAYS make sure the vehicle seat belt can properly retract before each use.
NEVER leave your child unattended.
NEVER install in rear-facing, side-facing or on the back of a folded down vehicle seat.
ALWAYS install this child restraint in the rear vehicle seat.
DO NOT use this child restraint unless there is a vehicle headrest for that seating position.
DO NOT use this child restraint with any other backrest or cushions.
ALWAYS secure the child restraint using the vehicle seat belt and LATCH/UAS connectors even when it is unoccupied. It could injure other occupants in a sudden stop or collision.
DO NOT use any accessories, inserts or products not included with this child restraint, unless approved by Diono. Items not tested with this child restraint could injure your child.
DO NOT modify your child restraint.
NEVER provide this child restraint to another person without also providing them with the instruction manual.

EXPIRATION

DO NOT use the child restraint if any part is damaged or broken, expired (over 8 years from date of purchase), missing instructions, or missing parts. Call to find out if the parts can be replaced.

Diono U.S.: 1-855-463-4666
Diono Canada: 1-866-954-9786

SAFE PRACTICES

DO NOT leave loose objects, such as books, bags, etc., in the back of the vehicle. In the event of a sharp turn, sudden stop, or crash, loose objects can be thrown around and possibly cause serious injury to vehicle occupants.
DO NOT use with hot liquids as this could burn a child.

DO NOT PLACE A CHILD RESTRAINT IN THE FRONT SEAT OF A VEHICLE WITH A PASSENGER AIR BAG. DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY MAY OCCUR. If an air bag inflates, it can hit the child or child restraint with enough force to cause SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOUR CHILD. The back seat is the safest place for children 12 and under. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual for information on your child restraint installation.

ALWAYS check all surfaces of restraint before securing your child. In warm weather, child restraints can become very hot. Do not allow children to play with vehicle seat belts.
Some vehicle seat belt systems cannot be used with this booster seat. Read vehicle owner's manual and "Vehicle Seat Belt Systems" section of this manual.