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- Page 1 Meijer.com Instruction Manual US English Version Please read carefully Store manual behind cover Scan QR codes inside for installation videos.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Meijer.com Table of Contents Page Warnings Seating Position Information Child Restraint Safety Information Seat Belt Information Carrying Restraint Unfolding and Folding Restraint Installing and Removing Detachable Base Rear-facing LATCH Installation (5 to 45 lbs) Rear-facing Lap-Shoulder Belt Installation (5 to 45 lbs) Rear-facing Lap Belt Installation (5 to 45 lbs) Forward-facing LATCH Installation (20 to 80 lbs. - Page 3 Meijer.com Radian Features Child information tag Shoulder belt guide LATCH strap Rear-facing base LATCH strap guide Backpack strap anchor Release lever SafeStop Locking clip Shoulder carry strap anchor Top tether Locking bolts Lap belt guide Rear-facing tether Harness adjuster connector strap...
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Page 4: Warnings
Carefully read and understand this instruction manual prior to using restraint. If you have any questions, visit www.diono.com or contact Diono at 1-855 GO DIONO. • Use only with children weighing between 5 lbs to 120 lbs (2.3 to 54 kg). -
Page 5: Seating Position Information
Meijer.com WARNING DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR • Some vehicles have passenger seating in which the passenger faces the side or rear of the vehicle. Do not install this restraint in such passenger seating. Only use this restraint in a vehicle seat which faces an adult passenger toward the front of the vehicle. -
Page 6: Child Restraint Safety Information
Fill out the included product registration card and mail it. You can register online at www.diono.com. You can also register by sending your name, address, the restraint’s model and serial numbers to:... - Page 7 • This restraint is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with it. • Using any non-Diono product with this restraint, or any product not specifically approved by Diono for use with this restraint, is not allowed. Use of such products voids manufacturer’s warranty and may seriously impact this...
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Page 8: Seat Belt Information
Meijer.com Seat Belt Information The information below applies only to installations using vehicle seat belts. IMPORTANT: • This restraint can be installed securely in most vehicles using the seat belt. However, some seat belts have an anchoring position for the lap belt that may not allow a secure restraint installation. -
Page 9: Carrying Restraint
• Do not carry restraint by harness adjuster strap (see diagram, page 3). This can damage the mechanism and the webbing. • Only the shoulder strap made by Diono is approved for use with this restraint. There are four ways to carry restraint: 1. -
Page 10: Unfolding And Folding Restraint
Meijer.com Unfolding and Folding Restraint WARNING: • Do NOT use restraint if release levers or locking bolts bind or do not move freely. When release levers are lifted, release levers and locking bolts should spring back immediately. • Do NOT oil or lubricate any part of restraint. •... -
Page 11: Folding Restraint
Meijer.com 3. Pull harness adjusting strap until harness begins to tighten. (Fig. 3) If strap does not slide freely, fold restraint, remove harness adjusting strap from fold joint and repeat step 3. 4. Fasten both fabric side panels to center panel. (Fig. - Page 12 Meijer.com Folding Restraint (continued) 5. Place restraint on its back, push either release lever downward to release locking bolts. (Fig. 3) 6. Pull harness straps firmly toward top center restraint. Keep buckle extended toward top of restraint while folding seat bottom into back.
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Page 13: Removing Base
Meijer.com Detachable Base WARNING: • Detachable base must be used when restraint is rear-facing. • Do NOT use detachable base when restraint is forward-facing. Installing base (Rear-facing only) 1. Confirm restraint is locked in its unfolded position (see page 10). 2. -
Page 14: Rear-Facing Latch Installation (5 To 45 Lbs)
Meijer.com Rear-Facing LATCH Installation for children 5 lbs – 45 lbs WARNING: • You must use restraint rear-facing if child is less than 1 year and weighs less than 20 lbs. • Detachable base must be used with rear-facing restraint. •... - Page 15 Meijer.com 5. Route LATCH belt through rear-facing belt path. Confirm LATCH belt lays flat and is not twisted. Attach each connector to the LATCH anchor closest to each side of the restraint. (Figs. 2 & 3) LATCH connector will ‘click’ to confirm attachment to anchor.
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Page 16: Rear-Facing Lap-Shoulder Belt Installation
Meijer.com Rear-Facing Lap-Shoulder Belt Installation for children 5 lbs – 45 lbs WARNING: • You must use restraint rear-facing if child is less than 1 year and weighs less than 20 lbs. • Detachable base must be used with rear-facing restraint. •... - Page 17 Meijer.com 4. Push restraint down firmly into vehicle seat while pulling shoulder portion of seat belt to remove slack and tighten lap portion of seat belt. (Fig. 4) Vehicle cushions should compress where there is contact with restraint. WARNING: • Make sure vehicle seat belt is properly locked. •...
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Page 18: Rear-Facing Lap Belt Installation (5 To 45 Lbs)
Meijer.com Rear-Facing Lap-Belt Installation for children 5 lbs – 45 lbs WARNING: • You must use restraint rear-facing if child is less than 1 year and weighs less than 20 lbs. • Detachable base must be used with rear-facing restraint. •... - Page 19 Meijer.com 4. Push restraint down firmly into vehicle seat while adjusting seat belt length. Tighten and lock seat belt according to vehicle owner’s manual. (Fig. 3) Vehicle cushions should compress where there is contact with restraint. CHECK LIST: Confirm restraint is properly positioned. Confirm seat belt is tight and buckle is properly fastened.
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Page 20: Forward-Facing Latch Installation
Meijer.com Forward-Facing LATCH Installation for children 20 lbs – 80 lbs WARNING: • Remove detachable base when restraint is forward-facing. • Do NOT place infant in forward-facing restraint until 1 year and 20 lbs. • ALWAYS use SafeStop with LATCH installation for forward-facing child below 40 lbs. - Page 21 Meijer.com Installation Tip: Unfasten fabric side panels and reach behind restraint cover for easy access to belt path. (Fig. 3) 5. Confirm LATCH belt lays flat and is not twisted. Attach each connector to the LATCH anchor closest to each side of the restraint. (Fig.
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Page 22: Forward-Facing Lap-Shoulder Belt Installation
Meijer.com Forward-Facing Lap-Shoulder Belt Installation for children 20 lbs – 80 lbs WARNING: • Remove detachable base when restraint is forward-facing. • Do NOT place infant in forward-facing restraint until 1 year and 20 lbs. • For lap-shoulder belt installation ONLY use SafeStop with top tether and with child under 40 lbs. - Page 23 Meijer.com 3. Kneel on restraint to force it into vehicle seat while pulling shoulder portion of seat belt to remove slack and tighten lap portion of seat belt. (Fig. 5) Vehicle cushions should compress where there is contact with restraint. WARNING: •...
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Page 24: Forward-Facing Lap Belt Installation (20 To 80 Lbs)
Meijer.com Forward-Facing Lap-Belt Installation for children 20 lbs – 80 lbs WARNING: • Do NOT place infant in forward-facing restraint until 1 year and 20 lbs. • For lap belt installation ONLY use SafeStop with top tether and with child under 40 lbs (see page 28 and 30). -
Page 25: Checking Restraint Stability
Meijer.com 3. Kneel on restraint to force it into vehicle seat while pulling seat belt to remove slack and tighten lap portion of seat belt. (Fig. 5) Vehicle cushions should compress where there is contact with restraint. CHECK LIST: Confirm restraint is properly positioned. Confirm seat belt is tight and properly locked. -
Page 26: Booster (50 To 120 Lbs)
Meijer.com Booster for children 50 lbs – 120 lbs This restraint may also be configured for use as a belt positioning booster. WARNING: • Unsecured objects can become flying hazards and can cause serious injury in a accident. While not required, it is strongly recommended to use LATCH and/or tether anchors in vehicles equipped with such anchorages •... - Page 27 Meijer.com 7. Place shoulder portion into the upper belt guide on the headrest so that belt lays properly across child: on collar bone, interior to the shoulder (Fig. 2). 8. Make sure seat belt is not twisted and remove slack from seatbelt so it lays flat, smooth and snug across child in all locations.
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Page 28: Aircraft Installation
Meijer.com Aircraft Installation This restraint is FAA certified for use in an aircraft only as a harnessed restraint. This restraint is NOT certified for use in an aircraft as a belt-positioning booster. Rear-facing aircraft installation (Fig. 1): • Adjust seatbelt buckle to its shortest length to ensure buckle is accessible for release. -
Page 29: Forward-Facing Recline Adjustment
Meijer.com Forward-Facing Recline Adjustment WARNING: • Do not operate adjustable bottom when using detachable base with rear-facing installation. • Only use adjustable bottom to position forward-facing restraint at a more reclined angle. Fig. 1 shows operation of adjustable base. Adjustable bottom must be operated before installation of restraint. -
Page 30: Top Tether
Meijer.com Top Tether • If vehicle does not have tether anchorage points, consult vehicle owner’s manual or contact vehicle manufacturer with questions. Do NOT modify vehicle without approval from vehicle manufacturer or authorized vehicle dealer. • Do NOT attach tether connecting strap to any movable mechanism of a vehicle seat. -
Page 31: Tether Connecting Strap
Meijer.com 3. Install restraint as shown in appropriate installation sections (see pages 14 to 24 for restraint installation instructions). 4. After installing restraint, pull top tether adjuster strap to remove all slack. Tether Connecting Strap WARNING: Tether connecting strap is ONLY to be used in rear facing installations. -
Page 32: Infant Support Cushion
Meijer.com Infant Support Cushion Infant Support: This restraint features a full infant head and body support. (Fig. 1) Fasten Velcro tabs through harness slots to keep head support in place. (Fig. 2) Toddler Body Support: Remove head support and place body support cushion in restraint for toddlers. -
Page 33: Using Harness Clip
Meijer.com Using Harness Clip IMPORTANT: Position harness clip at proper height for child: level with child’s armpits. (Fig. 1) To Fasten: Push both halves together until a ‘click’ confirms proper engagement. To Unfasten: Squeeze middle tabs together (Fig. 2-A) and separate clip. (Fig. -
Page 34: Properly Securing Child
Meijer.com Properly Securing Child WARNING: Serious injury or death can result if child is not properly secured in restraint. Confirm harness is snug* before each use and after making any restraint adjustments. 1. Confirm proper restraint installation. 2. To loosen harness: lift harness adjuster and pull shoulder straps forward. -
Page 35: Proper Harness Height And Child Height
Meijer.com IMPORTANT: Give a firm, upward tug on both harness straps behind the child’s shoulders and close to the harness slots in the restraint, to confirm there is no harness slack behind the restraint. 8. Confirm harness is not twisted and lays flat against child. 9. -
Page 36: Adjusting Harness Height
Meijer.com Proper Harness Height & Child Height (continued) Maximum Height: Rear-facing child is too tall for restraint if top of head is less than 1.5” from top of restraint or if child is more than 44” tall (112 cm). Forward-facing child is too tall for restraint if tops of the ears are above the back of the restraint or if child is more than 57”... -
Page 37: Harness Buckle Location
Meijer.com Harness Buckle Location Confirm location of harness buckle is correct, to insure proper harness fit: 1. Properly secure child in restraint (see page 34). 2. Check for correct position of harness buckle. For children 5–30 lbs: Harness buckle can be directly above its buckle slot (Fig. A) or forward of its buckle slot. - Page 38 Meijer.com Harness Buckle Removal and Installation (continued) Removing harness buckle: 1. Make sure restraint is securely locked in its unfold- ed position. (See page 10, unfolding restraint.) 2. Unbuckle harness. 3. Push harness buckle strap down 2 inches into rear- facing belt path tunnel.
- Page 39 Meijer.com Locking a Vehicle Lap-Shoulder Belt with a Locking Clip Proper use of a locking clip maintains a tight, secure installation by preventing the seat belt from becoming loose over time. WARNING: • Failure to properly lock the seat belt will result in an unsafe installation that will greatly increase the poten- tial for injury or death to the child in an accident.
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Page 40: Restraint Cover
Meijer.com Restraint Cover Note: It is not necessary to remove buckle tongs or chest clip from harness straps when removing and replacing restraint cover. Removing restraint cover: 1. Unthread harness shoulder straps from back of restraint (see page 36, adjusting harness height). -
Page 41: Adjustable Armrests
Meijer.com Adjustable Armrests Armrests may be rotated either inward (Fig. 1A) or outward (Fig. 1B) during use. Note: Before folding restraint, both armrests must be adjusted to their inward position (Fig. 1A) Cup Holder Cup holders can be purchased as added accessories and attached to armrests on either side. - Page 42 Meijer.com ® SuperLATCH SuperLATCH is a high-capacity child restraint installation system. Using SuperLATCH® Connector: 1. Press red button to set connector to ‘open’ position for use. (Fig. 2) 2. Attach connector to vehicle anchor (audible ‘click’ confirms attachment, see pages 14 and 20 for complete instructions).
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Page 43: Replacing Harness Straps
Meijer.com Replacing Harness Straps 1. Remove harness clip and buckle tongs from harness straps. 2. Take out screws and remove access panels. (Fig. 1) 3. Remove old harness straps from seat. 4. Insert new harness strap through slot in metal frame (Fig. -
Page 44: Cleaning And Maintenance
Meijer.com Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning / Maintenance of release mechanism and locking bolts: Periodically inspect release levers and locking bolts for cleanliness and proper functioning: When release levers are lifted, release levers and locking bolts should spring back immediately and completely. WARNING: •... -
Page 45: Washing The Cover
Meijer.com Cleaning the plastic shell: • Clean with damp cloth only: wet cloth with warm water and mild soap and wring thoroughly so it is NOT dripping water. • Towel dry. • Do use solvents or abrasive cleaners. Washing the cover: •... - Page 46 Meijer.com Cleaning and Maintenance (continued) Cleaning harness adjuster: Periodically inspect harness adjuster for cleanliness and proper functioning: When lifted, harness adjuster should spring back immediately. • Use a soft bristle brush to remove loose debris or clean more thoroughly if necessary. •...
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Page 47: Warranty Information
Meijer.com Warranty Information The manufacturer of this child restraint, warrants this product only to the original retail purchaser. Visit www.diono.com for complete warranty information and details. - Page 48 16900 Mfg. by: Diono LLC 418 Valley Avenue NW Puyallup, WA 98371 Customer Service Tel: 1-855 GO DIONO Email: us-sales@diono.com www.diono.com Visit us at Facebook or Twitter www.facebook.com/DionoUSA twitter.com/#!/DionoUSA © 2011 Diono LLC. All rights reserved. RadianRXT US Eng 122811...