Bugaboo Cameleon Instructions Manual

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Page 1 © Copyright 2007 Z54010 rv00 Bugaboo International BV. The information contained herein is ® subject to change without notice. Bugaboo International BV shall not be liable for technical errors ® or omissions contained herein. The purchased product may differ from the product as described in this user guide.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
3. assembling the seat 4. various uses of bassinet and seat 5. using the seat safety belts 6. fitting the underseat bag 7. going outdoors with the bugaboo cameleon 8. protection against weather and wind 9. travelling and storage 10. maintenance 11.
Page 4 1 tailored apron 1 tailored seat fabric 1 tailored sun canopy ™ ® BUGABOO, the Bugaboo logos, FROG, GECKO and CAMELEON are registered, pending or claimed trademarks of Bugaboo. The Bugaboo strollers are patented. The Bugaboo strollers’ models are protected.
Page 5 • Care must be taken when folding and unfolding the product to prevent finger entrapment. • NEVER use the Bugaboo Cameleon as a means to transport an infant in a motor vehicle. Transport your child by car in an approved car seat. Approved car seats can be used in conjunction with the Bugaboo Cameleon chassis using Bugaboo adapters (see accessories).
Page 6 • The Bugaboo Cameleon should be used at walking speed and should never be used while jogging, skating or running. • Take your child out of the Bugaboo Cameleon when going up or down stairs, escalators or around steep or unstable conditions. Also, use extreme care when going up or down a curb or other uneven surface.
Page 7: Basic Steps
The Bugaboo Cameleon is easy to assemble and prepare for use. It is advisable to repeat actions a couple of times when indicated. This section explains how to assemble the Bugaboo Cameleon. The subjects are the chassis, swivel wheels, large wheels, unfolding the chassis, parking brake, adjusting the handlebar, frame and carry handle.
Page 8: Folding Out The Chassis And Handlebar
1. basic steps chassis The chassis is the main component of the Bugaboo Cameleon. The Bugaboo Cameleon frame clicks into the chassis and becomes the base for the bassinet and seat. The parts are attached to the chassis. The chassis is comprised of the following components: axle for the large wheels;...
Page 9: Placing The Swivel Wheels In The Holders
Let go of the white buttons and then move the handlebar upwards and away from you . You will hear a ‘click’ when the handlebar is uptight. ‘click’ ‘click’ swivel wheels The swivel wheels provide optimum maneuverability. step 2 placing the swivel wheels in the holders Without releasing it, move the handlebar to the floor.
Page 10 Push up the swivel locks. b. The swivel wheels are locked. c. The Bugaboo Cameleon now moves in a straight line. adjusting the swivel wheels The suspension is usually adjusted to the lightest setting. a. Set the swivel wheels to locked.
Page 11 Squeeze the wire clamp together that is located on the inside of a large wheel. Remove the wheel from the axle; repeat on the other side. Important The large wheels cannot be removed from the axle if the Bugaboo Cameleon’s parking brake is on.
Page 12 unfolding the chassis Move the handlebar up to unfold the chassis. The large wheels are on the ground. Release the handlebar and click it in position between the large wheels. The chassis is now folded up. step 4 unfolding the chassis a.
Page 13: Parking Brake
The parking brake is on the handlebar. It prevents the large wheels from turning. Always apply the Bugaboo Cameleon’s parking brake when the stroller is stationary so it cannot roll away. When the handlebar is above the large wheels, the parking brake is on the right on the handlebar, with the release button on the outside.
Page 14: Adjusting The Handlebar
WA RN I N G S • Only apply the parking brake when the stroller is stationary. The brake lever must be in its lowest position to lock. adjusting the handlebar You can adjust the length of the handlebar. step 6 adjusting the length of the handlebar Unfasten both white clips on the outside of the handlebar to open/ unlock.
Page 15: Placing The Frame In Different Positions
frame The frame is fastened to the chassis; the chassis is then secured. The bassinet or seat is fastened to the frame. The frame has 2 frame supports, which ‘click’ onto the 2 frame bearers. The round side of the frame is always the head end of the bassinet or seat. step 7 fitting the frame on the chassis Completely fold out the 2 frame supports.
Page 16: Removing The Frame From The Chassis
Tip the frame forward and choose a position. WA RN I N G S • Only the seat can be used in 3 positions on the frame. The bassinet can only be used horizontally (See WARNINGS Section). removing the frame from the chassis a.
Page 17 turning the frame around You can turn around the frame to change the seat and bassinet options. a. Remove the frame from the chassis. While holding the frame in the horizontal position, turn it around. c. Place it back on the chassis. carry handle The carry handle fits on the frame.
Page 18: Assembling The Bassinet
practicing Now you have assembled the chassis you can: • fold out the chassis; • release, move and adjust the height of the handlebar; • fit and remove the swivel wheels; • activate and de-activate the swiveling action of the swivel wheels; •...
Page 19 Fasten the touch fasteners to the frame supports below the square, white buttons. Important Make sure the plastic fillets at the top and bottom stay in their bags. step 2 fitting the mattress Place the round side of the mattress on the round side of the bassinet, with the cover opening facing downwards.
Page 20: Assembling The Seat
Slide the rounded upper side of the seat fabric over the round side of the frame, with the Bugaboo logo facing forward. Pull on the seat fabric so that it fits tightly. Place one O-ring of the tensioning belt over the protruding pin on the side of the frame.
Page 21 Fasten the two ends of the tensioning belt together underneath the seat area. You should hear a ‘click’. Pull the belt until it is tight. g. Put the tailored seat fabric over the base fabric. Pull the ‘click’ shoulder belts and the waist belts through the tailored seat fabric.
Page 22: Various Uses Of Bassinet And Seat
• Before picking up the bassinet by the carry handle, always check that the carry handle is properly secured. • Never pick up the Bugaboo Cameleon and chassis by the carry handle while your child is lying or sitting in the bassinet or seat.
Page 23 WA RN I N G S • NEVER add a mattress, pillow, comforter, or padding. Use ONLY the pad provided by the manufacturer. IF a sheet is used with the pad, use only the one provided by the bassinet or cradle manufacturer or one specifically designed to fit the dimension of the bassinet or cradle mattress.
Page 24: Using The Seat Safety Belts
‘click’ Cameleon seat. The Bugaboo Cameleon’s bassinet and frame are fitted with extra fastening rings. If required, you can use them to attach an extra harness or extra belts. The fastening rings are attached to the base of the bassinet. The waist belts with extra fastening rings are attached to the frame.
Page 25 WA RN I N G S • Ensure that all the touch fasteners are securely fastened before use. • Always use the crotch strap in combination with the waist straps. • Always secure the child in the seat belts. Avoid being caught off guard by the child making unexpected movements.
Page 26: Fitting The Underseat Bag
The under seat bag is fastened between the wheels of the chassis. a. Remove the frame from the chassis. Fit the under seat bag to the chassis between the axles of the wheels with the Bugaboo logo facing the large wheels. Attach the 2 touch fasteners to the upper center shaft.
Page 27: Going Outdoors With The Bugaboo Cameleon
7. going outdoors with the bugaboo cameleon The Bugaboo Cameleon is designed for use in the city, in rough terrain or in the 2-wheel position. city position a. Use the 4-wheel position. Place the handlebar above the large wheels. c. Do not lock the swivel wheels.
Page 28 Raise the handlebar. The chassis is now in the 2-wheel position. step 2 fitting the seat a. Apply the parking brake. b. Lay the chassis on the floor with the frame bearers facing upwards. c. Completely fold out the seat’s 2 frame supports. d.
Page 29 Use the Bugaboo Cameleon in the 2-wheel position if the ground is roughor covered with snow or covered in loose sand. Choose the 4-wheel position if the ground is hard or compact sand. You will develop your own preferences for this.
Page 30: Protection Against Weather And Wind
8. protection against weather and wind The standard version of the Bugaboo Cameleon comes with a sun canopy, rain cover and mosquito net, so you can protect the child against the sun, wind and rain, as well as insects. The necessary steps to make the Bugaboo Cameleon ready for use in good or bad weather are the same for the bassinet and the seat.
Page 31 You can also use the sun canopy to protect your child from wind WA RN I N G S • Babies have very sensitive skin. Never put a baby in the Bugaboo Cameleon in the sunlight without fitting the sun canopy.
Page 32: Rain Cover
rain cover The rain cover is pulled over the sun canopy or over the sun canopy’s frame. The black edge of the rain cover is attached to the foot end of the frame. step 1 fitting the rain cover over the tailored sun canopy a.
Page 33 step 2 fitting the rain cover over the tailored sun canopy’s frame If you remove the fabric from the sun canopy and fit the rain cover over the frame, the child will have a full view of outside the stroller. Pull the sun canopy apart.
Page 34 using the air vent in the rain cover There is an air vent at the front of the rain cover to provide proper ventilation. a. Press the window’s touch fasteners together properly. The space created between the window and rain cover is the air opening. WA RN I N G S •...
Page 35: Travelling And Storage
9. travelling and storage You can easily store the Bugaboo Cameleon, or take it with you in the trunk of your car. step 1 collapsing the seat or bassinet Remove the seat or bassinet from the chassis. Remove the carry handle. Set the handlebar to the lowest position.
Page 36 The chassis with the wheels and handlebar should now fall against each other. e. The Bugaboo Cameleon can now be put in storage or transported by car. You can also store the Bugaboo Cameleon without its wheels, or hang the Bugaboo...
Page 37: Maintenance
10. maintenance safety Check the safety of the Bugaboo Cameleon before each use. Ensure that the touch fasteners, the brake and the safety belts are all working properly, the carry handle is attached properly and that the bassinet or seat is fitted correctly to the chassis. Check whether the Bugaboo Cameleon is damaged.
Page 38: Accessories
P.O. Box 1552, Old Chelsea Station, New York, NY 10013, USA, or send an e-mail message to service@bugaboo.com The Bugaboo Cameleon is patented. The Bugaboo Cameleon model is protected. Bugaboo is a registered and pending trademark registration in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Page 39: Limited Warranty
Outside USA and Canada: Please contact place of purchase for warranty service. Some replacement parts may be available for purchase after this limited warranty expires. For details, please visit us at www.bugaboo.com or contact us in the United States at 800-460-2922, in Canada at 800-355-5560 or e-mail: service@us.bugaboo.com.

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