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CAREFULLY READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION. IN THE EVENT OF DOUBT ABOUT THE METHOD OF
INSTALLATION, CONSULT BRITAX CHILDCARE OR AGENT OR A CHILD RESTRAINT FITTING STATION AUTHORIZED BY A
RELEVANT TRANSPORT AUTHORITY OR, IN NEW ZEALAND, THE AGENT FOR THE VEHICLE.
No child restraint can guarantee absolute protection from injury in every crash. However, to ensure that your child gets all the
protection designed into the restraint PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY and use only Safe-n-Sound
(Britax) recommended parts and accessories.
If you have purchased a model with the added protection of Side Imapct Cushion Technology™ you can see the Side Imact
Cushion fitted on pages 6 and 15. There is no installation or assembly required to activate the Side Imapct Cushion, it only
functions in a side crash to protect the occupant.
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Use the restraint exactly as shown in the instructions.
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Fit the restraint firmly to the car seat.
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Fit the harness firmly to the child.
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A loose restraint or harness is dangerous.
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Supervision of children is needed because they may be able to undo buckles and adjusters.
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DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED IN THE CAR.
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Do not use seat belt extenders, even if the car seat belt is not long enough to secure the child restraint.
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Do not alter or modify this restraint.
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Repairs must only be done by the manufacturer or agent.
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Do not allow the restraint to come into contact with polishes, oils, bleach and other chemicals.
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Destroy the restraint if it has been in a severe crash, even if no damage is visible.
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DO NOT USE THIS RESTRAINT WITHOUT A COVER.
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Regularly check the restraint components, straps & other fitments for correct function and condition. Seek prompt repair.
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To ensure baby's back is evenly supported do not put more than one nappy on the baby and make sure the nappy is not
thickly folded at the back.
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DO NOT USE CHILD RESTRAINTS IN A SEATING POSITION WHERE AN AIRBAG IS FITTED. FOLLOW THE CAR
MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDATIONS.
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The restraint should not be purchased or sold as a second hand item. It is recommended not to use child restraints older
that 10 years as the protection in an accident may be reduced.
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The restraint is not intended to be a substitute baby cot or bed. It is only designed to enable safe transportation of children
in motor vehicles.
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Straps may be damaged by unsecured cargo in a collision. Secure or remove hazardous cargo before using this strap.
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THIS RESTRAINT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE IN A HATCHBACK OR WAGON WHERE THE ANCHORAGE STRAP MAY FALL
INTO A SPLIT IN THE SEAT BACK.
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Protect all webbing from abrasion and cutting by sharp corners and edges.
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THIS RESTRAINT MUST BE ATTACHED TO A CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE POINT IN THE CAR. REFER TO A CAR
OWNER'S HANDBOOK FOR LOCATION OF ANCHORAGE POINTS. REFER TO A CHILD RESTRAINT FITTING STATION IF NO
ANCHORAGE POINTS ARE IN THE MOTOR CAR.
INTRODUCTION
WARNINGS
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