Britax B-Free - Stroller Manual

Features

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In The Box

Assembly

Stroller Frame

1. Push the release on the chassis lock and open the frame.
   
2. Lift handle until frame locks into upright position.
   

Front Wheel

Installing the Front Wheel

1. Slide the front wheel assembly onto the mounting post at the front of the stroller.
   
2. Pull wheel to ensure that it is secure.

Removing the Front Wheel

1. Press the wheel release button on the front right side of the stroller frame and pull the wheel away from the stroller.
   

Rear Wheels

Installing the Real Wheels

1. Slide the rear wheel axle into the rear wheel hub mounting bracket until it locks into place.
   
2. Pull wheel to ensure that it is secure.

Removing the Rear Wheels

1. Pull and hold the release lever at the bottom of the rear wheel hub while pulling the rear wheel away from the stroller.
   

Canopy

1. Slide the canopy stay brackets into the stroller frame mounts until they lock into place.
   
2. Snap the support straps to the frame just below the stroller handle and secure them using the hook and loop fasteners on the inside of the canopy.
   
3. Drape the inner canopy flap over the back of the stroller and secure the hook and loop fasteners to the stroller. Drape the outer canopy back flap over the inner canopy flap.
   
4. Attach the side of back flap to the hook and loop fasteners to the side of the stroller, then attach the hook and loop fasteners along each outside edge of the canopy to the stroller frame.
   

Operation

Using the Stroller

Folding the Stroller

Always apply brake and remove children before folding the stroller.

1. Press the frame release button.
   
   NOTE: Do not continue to hold the frame release button once pressed.
2. Remove your hand from stroller frame and hinge area and lift the frame release strap in the middle of the seat until the stroller collapses. Push stroller closed to engage chassis lock. A click will be heard.
   

Unfolding the Stroller

1. Push the release on the chassis lock and open the frame.
   
2. Lift the handle until frame locks into upright position.
   

Adjusting the Seat

1. To recline, pull the recline adjuster release lever and slide it away from the seat.
   
2. To raise, pull both straps apart.
   

Extending the Canopy

1. Unzip the canopy to extend over the front of the stroller.
   

Using the Front Basket Access

1. Pull up on the leg rest to access the zippered storage pocket and underseat storage basket from the front of the stroller.
   
   NOTE: The leg rest will only stay open if flipped all the way up. Leg rest is not intended to be used as an adjustable leg rest.
2. Push the leg rest down to close.

Adjusting the Handlebar

1. Press the two release buttons on the inside of the handle assembly and hold while raising or lowering the handle to the desired position.
   

Using the Parking Brake

1. Press the brake pedal down to lock the brake.
   
   NOTE: Pressing the brake locks both back wheels.
2. Lift the brake pedal to release the brake.

Using the Front Wheel Swivel Lock

1. Push the swivel lock switch fully up to lock the front wheel.
   
2. Press the swivel lock switch fully down to allow the wheel to swivel.

Removing the Seat Liner

*THIS SECTION ONLY APPLIES TO CERTAIN MODELS. PLEASE VISIT US.BRITAX.COM/FAQS FOR A FULL LIST OF MODEL NUMBERS WHERE THE SEAT LINER CAN BE REMOVED.

1. Open the harness by pressing the button in the center of the buckle while pulling tongues away from the buckle assembly.
   
2. Pinch the waist strap tongues while you separate them from the shoulder strap.
   
3. Pull out the shoulder pads, waist straps, and belly pad and buckle.
   
4. Remove the seat liner.

Reinstall the Seat Liner

*THIS SECTION ONLY APPLIES TO CERTAIN MODELS. PLEASE VISIT US.BRITAX.COM/FAQS FOR A FULL LIST OF MODEL NUMBERS WHERE THE SEAT LINER CAN BE REMOVED.

1. Open the harness by pressing the button in the center of the buckle while pulling the tongues away from the buckle assembly.
   
2. Pinch the waist strap tongues while you separate them from the shoulder strap.
   
3. Place liner on the seat aligning its openings with the respective straps.
   
4. Route the shoulder straps through the openings at or above the child's shoulder.
5. Push the waist straps through the middle slots in the liner.
   
6. Align the waist strap tongues with the shoulder strap retainers and slide through until they click locking into place.
   
7. Route belly pad and buckle through the lower opening in the liner.
   

Using the Harness

Shoulder and waist straps separate for care and maintenance, but should always be used together to secure your child.

1. Align the tongues on the waist straps with the retainers of the shoulder straps and slide through until they lock into place.
2. Insert the tongues into the buckle assembly until a click is heard.
   

Adjusting the Harness Height Manually

The harness can be adjusted to three different heights. Always ensure proper adjustment at or above your child's shoulders.

1. Pull the harness strap retainer away from the seat back and turn 90 degrees to feed it through the harness slot.
   
2. Push the harness retainer through the appropriate harness slot to the back of the seat.
   
3. Turn the harness retainer to its original position as shown so it properly retains the harness.
   

Adjusting the Harness Height with No-Rethread Feature

*THIS SECTION ONLY APPLIES TO CERTAIN MODELS. PLEASE VISIT US.BRITAX.COM/FAQS FOR A FULL LIST OF MODEL NUMBERS.

4. Slide the Shoulder Strap Height
   Adjust height of shoulder strap to fit just above child shoulder height.
   
5. Adjust Shoulder Straps
   Slide comfort pads down for access to buckles. Slide buckle up or down to adjust straps. Seat harness should fit snug and be comfortable.
   

Securing Your Child

1. Release the harness by depressing the button in the center of the buckle while pulling the two tongues away from the buckle assembly.
   
2. Fasten the harness by inserting the tongues on the harness straps into the buckle assembly.
   
3. Tighten or loosen the harness straps by sliding the harness adjusters.
   

Infant Car Seat Mode

• All infant car seats MUST be installed rear facing.
• Always remove the infant car seat receivers when not in use. Failure to do so may result in injury.

For non-Britax infant car seats, an infant car seat adapter must be used. The adapter is sold separately at select retailers and on us.britax.com.

Using the Infant Car Seat Receivers

Attaching the Infant Car Seat Receivers

NOTE: Receivers are marked left and right. Attach each from the position of the stroller occupant.

1. Lock the parking brake.
2. Unsnap the stroller seat straps from the frame of the stroller.
   
3. Align the receivers with the mounts on the inside frame of the stroller, then push down until a click is heard. Pull up on the receivers to ensure they are secure.
   
4. Attach the receiver strap snaps to the frame of the stroller, then attach the stroller seat straps to the receiver strap snaps.
   

Removing the Infant Car Seat Receivers

1. Unsnap the stroller seat straps from the receiver strap snaps, then unsnap the receiver strap snaps from the frame of the stroller.
   
2. Press the button on the receiver and lift upward.
   
3. Reattach the stroller seat strap to the stroller frame.

Using a Britax Infant Car Seat

Attaching a Britax Infant Car Seat

1. Set the parking brake.
2. Line up the adapter on the infant car seat with the receivers on the stroller.
   
3. Press down until locked into place.
4. Lift up on the infant car seat to ensure that it is secure.
   

Removing a Britax Infant Car Seat

Refer to your infant car seat user guide for information on the removal instructions for your specific model.

Safety Information

Failure to follow all warnings and instructions could result in SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH.
Read these instructions carefully before using this product. To ensure proper use, store this user guide in a convenient place so it can be consulted often.

• Never leave child unattended.
• Avoid serious injury from falling or sliding out. Always use harness to secure child.
• Avoid finger entrapment or injury. Always ensure any child occupants or bystanders are away from the stroller while folding or unfolding.
• Stroller appropriate to use from birth, however, Britax recommends using an infant car seat until child has head and neck control.
• Do not use stroller with a child taller than 45 inches (114.3 cm).
• Do not use stroller with a child who weighs more than 65 lbs (29.4 kg). Exceeding this limit may cause stroller to become unstable.
• Do not overload basket – Maximum weight in basket is 10 lbs (4.5 kg). Overloading the basket may cause the stroller to become unstable.
• Do not overload the hood storage pocket - Maximum weight in storage pockets is 1 lb (0.45 kg). Overloading the storage pocket may cause the stroller to become unstable.
• Do not hang or place items on the stroller handle or frame except for those approved by Britax. They may cause an unstable or hazardous condition to exist.
• Always make certain that the stroller is fully open and locked before use.
• Assembly of this stroller must be performed only by an adult.
• Only use Britax approved child restraints, car seats, accessories and replacement parts with this stroller.
• Do not allow children to climb on or play with the stroller.
• Never use stroller on stairs or escalators.
• Stroller is intended for walking speed only. Do not use while jogging, skating, etc.
• Always set the parking brake when stroller is not moving.
• Do not exceed the manufacturer's maximum weight limit when using an infant car seat with this product. See infant car seat user guide for maximum occupant weight and other instructions.
• All infant car seats MUST be installed rear facing.

Britax Child Safety, Inc.
4140 Pleasant Road
Fort Mill, SC 29708
USA
Tel.: 1-888-427-4829
Tel.: 1-704-409-1699
A Britax Childcare Group Limited company
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