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Maxi-Cosi Tuva Instruction Manual

Maxi-Cosi Tuva Instruction Manual

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Tuva
Harnessed Forward
Facing Car Seat
Instruction
Manual
IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS
BOOKLET IN THE PLACE
PROVIDED ON THE
CHILD RESTRAINT.
Images and designs may vary
Scan QR code to view
video instructions
Suitable for
6 MONTHS
TO 8 YEARS
(approximately)

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  • Page 1 Suitable for 6 MONTHS TO 8 YEARS Tuva (approximately) Harnessed Forward Facing Car Seat Instruction Manual IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS BOOKLET IN THE PLACE PROVIDED ON THE CHILD RESTRAINT. Images and designs may vary Scan QR code to view video instructions...

  • Page 2: Quick Setup

    Forward Facing Quick Setup with Seatbelt Lift Adjust recline for Place restraint in car. Extend top tether Raise headrest height. comfort when needed. webbing. Lift Lift Pull Thread Lift upper back rest Pull down lower back Lift SMART Lock lever. Thread vehicle seat belt flap.
  • Page 3 Scan QR code to view online video instructions Attach Remove Slack Store strap in storage Loosen harness straps Close SMART Lock. Attach the top tether pocket. and unlock harness Ensure the tension strap and remove buckle. indicators shows full slack. green on both sides.
  • Page 4 Maxi-Cosi seat. Please take the time to read through these instructions carefully. Our vision at Maxi-Cosi is to help parents as their families grow, and like an embrace that carries a child before they can walk, we’ve helped millions of families at the start of their new life.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Quick Setup Warnings Shoulder Height Markers Forward Facing Components Padding and Insert Preparation before install Install using Vehicle Seatbelt How to use Additional Information Seat Guide Care and Maintenance Install Upper Anchorage Accessories Seat Guide Guarantee...

  • Page 6: Warnings

    WARNINGS THIS RESTRAINT MUST Read and follow all of the installation instructions for maximum protection. If you have any questions BE ATTACHED TO A CHILD regarding the installation or use of this restraint, RESTRAINT UPPER ANCHORAGE please contact Dorel Australia or agent, or a child restraint fitting station authorised by the relevant POINT IN THE CAR.
  • Page 7 WARNINGS Top Tether Strap: Use of aftermarket accessories (i.e. items not provided in the box with the child restraint), can ALWAYS ATTACH HOOK AND reduce the safety provided by child restraint and REMOVE SLACK. may cause injury or death. For approved aftermarket accessories please refer to (page 37) and ensure THIS RESTRAINT IS NOT they are compliant with AS/NZS 8005.

  • Page 8: Shoulder Height Markers

    Shoulder Height Markers Forward Facing Marker B Marker A...
  • Page 9 Child Use Marker B When the child’s shoulders reach this upper marker, or the child no longer fits in Upper the child restraint, approximately 8 years Shoulder of age, then the child must be moved to Height the next form of child restraint. Marker Marker A The child’s shoulders must be...

  • Page 10: Components

    Components Adjustable Headrest handle Belt Tension Indicators (x2) Air Protect (x2) Buckle Shoulder Height Markers Harness Release button (under the trim) Belt Mates x 2 10. Harness Adjuster Strap Padded Insert 11. Crotch Buckle Height Adjuster (under the trim) SMART Lock...
  • Page 11 FORWARD-FACING BELT PATH 12. G-Cell (X2) 18. Top Tether Hook 13. Magnetic Harness Holders (x2) 19. Anchor Fitting 14. FORWARD-FACING BELT PATH (x2) 20. Top Tether/Instruction Manual Storage Pocket 15. Cup Holders (x2) 21. Tether Hook Holder. 16. Top Tether Strap Adjuster 22.

  • Page 12: Padding And Insert

    Padding and Inserts Combination guide Setup Mode Padding / Inserts Instructions Remove Insert at approximately page 25 12 months Forward Facing 6 months to 8 years (approx.) 1. Padding / Inserts The insert provided is to be used for this restraint only and is suitable for children aged between 6 months and 12 months approximately.

  • Page 13: Preparation Before Install

    Preparation before install Recline adjustment Select between reclined position and upright position. The recline position is achieved by swinging the recline arm back (Figure 1). To select the upright position, simply swing the recline arm back under the seat as shown (Figure 2). Pull Figure 1 Push...
  • Page 14 Forward Facing Top tether adjustment Press IMPORTANT: Always secure the loose end of the top tether strap to prevent it hanging out of the car or being accessible by the child. Always adjust the top tether to the correct length before installing the car Pull seat.
  • Page 15 Forward facing belt path IMPORTANT: Before installation, locate the Forward Facing belt path (Figure 6). Always adjust the top tether to the correct length before installing the car seat. Place child restraint in vehicle Place restraint in forward facing position in vehicle (Figure 7).
  • Page 16 Forward Facing Ensure there is enough room in vehicle To ensure there is enough room in the vehicle, check the measurements between the vehicle’s rear and front seats where the seat is to be installed (Figure 8). 450mm 405mm 510mm Figure 8...
  • Page 17 This seat is fully harnessed until approximately 8 years of age. Here’s a quick check list before you install this Tuva Harnessed Forward Facing car seat::  Check that your child’s shoulders reach the lower shoulder height mrker for this seat.

  • Page 18: Install Using Vehicle Seatbelt

    Forward Facing Install using Vehicle Seatbelt How to position your car seat correctly Step 1. Loosen the top tether. Step 2. Place the restraint on the back seat of the vehicle in-line with a top tether strap anchorage point (Figure 1). Step 3.
  • Page 19 Adjust Headrest to a high position Press Step 5. Unbuckle and Loosen car seat harness by pressing the harness release button, pulling the harness straps towards the front of the seat Press and disengage the harness buckle (Figure 4). Step 6. Lift the grey handle located at the top of the headrest and lift up Figure 4 Figure 5...
  • Page 20 Forward Facing Step 9. Thread the vehicle seatbelt through the side of the seat where the forward facing belt path is indicated. Ensure seat belt sitting on the top of the webbing (Figure 7). Step 10. Pull the vehicle seatbelt across the back and through the SMART Lock belt channel, ensuring the seat belt is tucked under the 2...
  • Page 21 Step 12. Push on the base of the car seat while pulling on the seat belt to remove slack (Figure 9).. Step 13. Close the SMART Lock lever, ensuring the belt tension indicators are both full green (Figure 10). WARNING: A LOOSE SEATBELT IS DANGEROUS Figure 9 Figure 10...
  • Page 22 Forward Facing Attaching the top Attach tether strap Attach the top tether strap to the top anchorage point in the vehicle (Figure 11). Ensure there are no twists in the top tether. Figure 11 Location of anchor fitting The anchor point can be found in different locations in different cars.
  • Page 23 Figure 1 Figure 2 Anchorage fitment check INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Anchorages in vertical panel at rear Floor mounted anchorages Child restraints must be of vehicle used correctly to provide proper protection for your child. The anchorage system on child restraint must be used in the correct way.
  • Page 24 Forward Facing No twists Remove slack from top tether Step 1. Remove slack only. Do not over-tighten the top tether strap so that the restraint lifts up off the vehicle seat (Figure 12). Step 2. Ensure there are no twists and turns in the top tether strap and that the adjuster is positioned facing Remove...

  • Page 25: How To Use

    How to use Infant Insert The insert provided is to be used for this forward facing seat only and between the ages of 6 months to 12 months approximately. Harness adjustment To Loosen harness Step 1. Press the harness release button at the front (Figure 1).
  • Page 26 Forward Facing Headrest and harness height Lift adjustment Lift the release handle located at the top of the headrest and lift up or push down to the desired height (Figure 6). IMPORTANT: Always loosen the harness before moving the headrest up.
  • Page 27 Tighten the harness Step 1. Before pulling on adjuster strap to tighten harness, pull on harness shoulder straps first Figure 9 to remove slack from the waist area, feed slack from waist straps to shoulder straps if needed (Figure 9). Step 2. Once slack is removed, pull on adjuster strap so that the harness over the shoulders is firm (Figure 10).

  • Page 28: Correct Position

    Forward Facing Crotch buckle height adjustment When adjusting the buckle height, it should be positioned on the lower abdomen of the child when fastened Figure 13). As your child grows, this will need CORRECT to be adjusted accordingly. This POSITION adjustment can be completed in the car so there is no need to undo your installation.
  • Page 29 Cup Holders Cup holders are located on either side of the car seat. Swing out to use and swing back in to stow away when not in use (Figure 16). CAUTION: Do not use with hot beverages. Top Tether attachment when not in use Top tether hook attached to the notch at the back as shown (figure 17), and then...
  • Page 30 Notes...

  • Page 31: Additional Information

    Additional Information Regularly checking and maintaining your seat will ensure your seat remains comfortable and safe for your child. This section details information on: • Seat Guide • Care and maintenance • Anchorage fittings • Your Maxi-Cosi guarantee...

  • Page 32: Seat Guide

    Additional Information Seat Guide Your Tuva forward-facing harnessed car seat is suitable from 6 months to approximately 8 years of age. Once your child has out grown this seat, it is time for you to move your child into a booster seat. See page 42.

  • Page 33: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance Caring for the Restraint Buckle When caring for your restraint’s buckle, follow the manufacturer’s instructions at all times. Your child seat is equipped with a buckle designed to give your child maximum protection during proper use. When working properly, your buckle should always fasten with an audible ‘CLICK’.
  • Page 34 Additional Information Care and Maintenance To remove fabric accessories DO NOT remove any of the harness parts to remove any of the cover (trim) or padding. Step 1. Remove harness pads and insert (Figures 1, 2). Step 2. Unhook and remove crotch pad Figure 1 Figure 2 from body trim (Figures 3, 4).
  • Page 35 Step 3. Adjust headrest to highest position. Undo fasteners on the headrest pad (Figure 5) Step 4. Gently remove headrest pad off the headrest, starting from bottom to top (Figures 5, 6). Step 5. Adjust headrest to lowest Figure 5 position.
  • Page 36 Additional Information Care and Maintenance Step 8. Undo all fasteners, unlatch body trim from around GCell and yellow side panel (Figures 9, 10, 11) . Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11...
  • Page 37 Step 9. Carefully remove body trim from the hardgoods, starting from top to bottom (Figure 12). Figure 12...

  • Page 38: Very Important

    Additional Information Care and Maintenance Cleaning Pad & Top Harness Washing instructions Cover & Accessories Top harness cover only can be machine washed. Must turn seat pad inside-out before machine washing. Machine wash separately with cold water on a gentle cycle. Do not use Lukewarm setting Tumble dry 10-15 bleach.

  • Page 39: Install Upper Anchorage

    Install Upper Anchorage For cars fitted with a child restraint upper anchorage point Locate the upper anchorage point behind the rear seating position (consult the vehicle owner’s Attachment bolt handbook for the location of the upper Lock washer anchorage point). Remove the thread plug from the parcel shelf/floor/roof and install the Anchor fitting...
  • Page 40 Additional Information For cars not fitted with a child restraint upper anchorage point 200mm min. For sedans only Drill a 9mm diameter hole in the parcel shelf on the centre-line of the seating position as shown in Figure 2. Centre line of Install the anchor bolt as shown in Figure 3.

  • Page 41: Accessories

    Accessories Additional accessories An extension strap may be needed for vehicles without a fixed parcel shelf. Extension straps and extra fittings are available from various stores. Use of aftermarket accessories (i.e. items not provided in the box with the child restraint), can reduce the safety provided by the child restraint and may cause injury or death.

  • Page 42: Seat Guide

    Additional Information Seat Guide The next seat for your child INCORRECT Legs are not long enough so child is LARGER BOOSTER SEAT Legs are not long Sash part across slumping in seat enough so child is neck and face Sash part across slumping in seat and not shoulder When your child has outgrown...

  • Page 43: Guarantee

    Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase or register your product with us within 3 months from point of purchase via our website www.maxi-cosi.com.au. If you are having difficulties with your product contact our Customer Service Team on ph: 1300 809 526 or alternatively, via our website at www.maxi-cosi.com.au.
  • Page 44 Don’t forget to register your product within 3 months of purchase for the Lifetime Warranty offer Please visit to register now. www.maxi-cosi.com.au © 2024 Dorel Australia, Pty Ltd. All Rights Reserved. GM-13-D-G-AG 11/2024_FA_02 * Terms and conditions apply. Please visit our website to find out more.

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