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READ USER
GUIDE
before using this
infant restraint
User Guide
For future use,
STORE USER GUIDE in door at rear of Base
1018keyfitenglish_rev4.indd

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  • Page 1 READ USER GUIDE before using this infant restraint User Guide For future use, STORE USER GUIDE in door at rear of Base 1018keyfitenglish_rev4.indd...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safe Use Checklist................4 Registration & Recall................5 Assistance.....................5 Warnings....................6 Base Features ..Base.Overview..................12 ..Storage.Compartment..............13 ..Recline.Adjustment................13 ..UAS.Removal.&.Storage..............14..Shoulder.Belt.Lockoff................15 Carrier Features ...Carrier.Overview................16 ...Harness.Buckle..................18 ..Chest.Clip..................18 ..Harness.Adjuster................18 ..Handle....................19 ..Canopy....................20...

  • Page 4: Safe Use Checklist

    SAFE USE CHECKLIST YOUR INFANT’S SAFETY DEPENDS ON YOU! You MUST follow the detailed instructions in this User Guide to ensure the steps below are performed correctly! Install Infant restraint system Rear-Facing .forward.facing.vehicle.seats.only .infant.faces.towards.rear.of.vehicle .Install in Safe Location in Vehicle .position.with.NO.Frontal.air.bag .compatible.vehicle.belts .Ensure Infant is in Size Range...

  • Page 5: Registration & Recall

    1-800-667-4111 or 514-344-3045 or.register.online.at:.www.chicco.ca ...For.recall.information,.call.1-800-667-4111 NEED HELP? If you have any problems with your Chicco Infant restraint system, or any questions regarding installation or use, please call: ISIS Inc. Customer Service 1-800-667-4111 or 514-344-3045 Please have Model Number available when you call.

  • Page 6: Warnings

    WARNING Take Time to Read This User Guide .Carefully.read.and.understand.all.instructions.and.warnings.in.this.User.Guide... Your.infant’s.safety.depends.on.you.knowing.how.to.setup,.install.and.use.this.infant. restraint.system.properly. .Before.installing.this.infant.restraint.system.in.a.vehicle,.be.sure.to.also.check.the. vehicle.owner’s.manual.for.information.on.infant.restraint.system.installation. .NEVER.allow.others.to.use.this.Infant.restraint.system.until.they.have read.and.understood.all.instructions.in.this.User.Guide..For.future.reference,.keep. this.User.Guide.in.storage.door.at.rear.of.Base. Make Sure Infant Fits This Infant Restraint System .ONLY USE.this.Infant.restraint.system.with.infants.who.weigh.between 2.and.10.kg.(4.and.22.lbs).and.whose.height.is.76.cm (30.inches).or.less. .DO NOT.use.this.infant.restraint.system.if.top.of.infant’s.head.is.less.than.1.inch. from.top.of.restraint. .ONLY USE.the.Newborn.Insert.for.infants.who.weigh.between.2.and.5.kg.(4.and. 11.lbs). .DO NOT.use.Newborn.Insert.if.infant.weighs.more.than.5.kg.(11.lbs).
  • Page 7 WARNING Secure Infant Properly .Snugly.adjust.the.harness.around.your.infant...A.loose.harness.could.cause.the. infant.to.be.ejected.in.a.sudden.stop.or.crash,.resulting.in.serious.injury.or.death... A snug strap should not allow any slack. It lies in a relatively straight line without sagging. It does not press on the infant’s flesh or push the infant’s body into an unnatural position. .NEVER.use.clothing.or.blankets.that.interfere.with.fastening.or.tightening.the.
  • Page 8 WARNING Install Infant Restraint System Correctly .NEVER.place.this.Infant.restraint.system.in.a. vehicle.position.that.has.a.Frontal.air.bag. An.infant.in.a.rear-facing.infant.restraint.system.could. be.killed.by.an.air.bag...Refer.to.vehicle.owner’s.manual. before.installing.this.infant.restraint.system.in.a.seating. position.with.side.air.bags. .ALWAYS.install.rear-facing.when.using.this.Infant.restraint.system.in.a.vehicle... Your.infant.could.be.killed.or.seriously.injured.if.you.install.this.infant.restraint.system. forward.facing.. .Install.this.Infant.restraint.system.in.a.rear.vehicle.seat.if.possible.. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions rather than in the front seating positions. .ONLY.install.this.infant.restraint.system.in.forward.facing.vehicle.seats. .NEVER.install.in.rear.facing.or.side.facing.vehicle.seats. .NEVER.use.infant.restraint.system.in.a.vehicle.seating.position.where.it.can.not.
  • Page 9 WARNING Install Infant Restraint System System Correctly .ALWAYS.secure.this.Infant.restraint.system.with.the.vehicle’s.infant.restraint. system.anchorage.system.(UAS).if.available.or.with.a.vehicle.belt. To ensure a correct installation of Infant restraint system, you must follow the step by step instructions in this User Guide. .BEFORE.each.use,.ALWAYS.check.to.make.sure.infant.restraint.system.is.tightly. secured.in.the.vehicle.seat. .ALWAYS.check.for.secure.attachment. of.Carrier.each.time.you.use.this.infant. restraint.system..After.latching.Carrier.into. Base,.lift.up.on.Carrier.to.make.sure.that.it. is.securely.attached.to.Base..Infant.could. be.killed.or.seriously.injured.if.Carrier.is.not. securely.latched.to.Base. .NEVER.travel.with.this.Infant.restraint.system.unsecured.in.a.vehicle,.even.when. it.is.unoccupied...An.unsecured.infant.restraint.system.could.injure.other.occupants.in.
  • Page 10 WARNING Ensure Infant’s Safety When Using Carrier .NEVER.Leave.Infant.Unattended! .Suffocation Hazard:.Infant.Carrier.can.roll.over.on.soft.surfaces.and.suffocate. infant...NEVER.place.Carrier.on.beds,.sofas.or.other.soft.surfaces.. .Strangulation Hazard: Infant.can.strangle.in.loose.Infant.restraint.system. straps...ALWAYS.use.harness...NEVER.leave.infant.in.Carrier.when.straps.are.lose. or.undone. .Fall Hazard: Infant’s.movements.can.slide.Carrier...NEVER.place.Carrier.near. edges.of.counter.tops,.tables,.or.other.elevated.surfaces...Infant.and.Carrier.might.fall.. .BE SURE.handle.is.locked.in.the.“carry.position”.before.lifting.Carrier.by.handle... An.unlocked.handle.could.move.unexpectedly,.causing.injury.to.infant. .NEVER.place.Carrier.in.top.of.shopping.cart. Carrier.will.not.be.secure.and.could.fall.causing.injury.to.infant. .ALWAYS.check.buckle.and.other.parts.for.hot.surfaces..A.hot.surface.could.burn. infant!..Cover.unoccupied.Carrier.with.blanket.when.leaving.in.a.vehicle.exposed.to. sunlight.
  • Page 11 WARNING Check Condition of Infant Restraint System .DO NOT.use.this.Infant.restraint.system.if.any.of.the.Harness.or.UAS.straps.are. cut,.frayed.or.damaged.in.any.way.. .DO NOT.use.this.Infant.restraint.system.if.any.parts.are.broken,.damaged.or. missing. Call 1-800-667-4111 or 514-344-3045 to find out if the damaged part or parts.can.be.replaced. .NEVER.modify.or.disassemble.this.Infant.restraint.system.except.as.instructed. to.in.this.User.Guide. .DO NOT.use.any.accessories,.pads.or.products.supplied.by.other. manufacturers.with.this.Infant.restraint.system...Items.not.tested.with.this.infant. restraint.system.could.injure.your.infant. .DO NOT.use.this.Infant.restraint.system.if.it.is.more.than.6.years.old...Check. manufacturer’s.label.on.underside.of.Carrier.and.in.recess.of.Base.for.the.“Do.Not. Use.After”.date. .YOU MUST.replace.this.Infant.restraint.system.if.it.has.been.involved.in.a.crash,. even.if.you.cannot.see.visible.damage..A.damaged.infant.restraint.system.may.not. protect.your.infant.in.a.future.crash...

  • Page 12: Base.overview

    BASE OVERVIEW .Recline.Foot .Recline.Button. .Recline.Indicator .UAS.Connector .UAS.Release.Lever. .UAS.Pull.Strap. .Shoulder.Belt.Lockoff .Carrier.Attachment.Hook .Pull.Strap.Storage.Pocket .Storage.&.User.Guide...

  • Page 13: Base Features

    BASE FEATURES Storage Compartment The.Storage.Compartment.is.at.the.rear. of.the.Base..The.User.Guide.is.stored.in. the.Door. DO NOT place heavy or sharp items in the Storage Compartment. They could fly out during a sudden stop or crash, and cause serious injury. Recline Adjustment .Recline.angle.may.be.adjusted.by. pushing.Recline.Buttons.while.lifting.Base. .Angle.is.correct.when.entire.Bubble.is. between.arrows... Vehicle MUST be on a level surface for the Bubble to indicate correctly.

  • Page 14: Uas.removal.&.Storage

    UAS REMOVAL & STORAGE This Infant restraint system can be safely installed using vehicle belts or UAS. UAS is a Infant restraint system attachment system that is standard in most vehicles manufactured after September 1, 2002. Refer to your vehicle owner’s manual for details regarding UAS use in your vehicle.

  • Page 15: Shoulder.belt.lockoff

    SHOULDER BELT LOCKOFF The Shoulder Belt Lockoff (diagonal belt) is used when installing the Base using your vehicle belts. It locks the vehicle shoulder belt in place, ensuring a stable, secure Base installation. .With vehicle belt tight,.position.belt. under.Shoulder.Belt.Lockoff.. .Firmly slide vehicle belt.under. Shoulder.Belt.Lockoff.

  • Page 16: Carrier.overview

    Carrier OVERVIEW .Release.Handle .Harness.Strap .Splitter .Side.Hook. .Harness.Adjuster.Strap. .Lower.Slots .Middle.Slots .Upper.Slots .Head.Support.Fastener.Tabs...
  • Page 17 Carrier OVERVIEW .Carry.Handle .Harness.Slots .Canopy .Chest.Clip .Handle.Button .Adjuster.Strap .Neck.Pads. .Adjuster.Button .Harness.Straps. .Buckle .Seat.Pad .Newborn.Insert .Adjuster.Cover .Canopy.Mount .Head.Support...

  • Page 18: Harness.buckle

    Carrier HARNESS FEATURES Harness Buckle To release buckle tongues, firmly press red button.on.buckle...To.fasten,.insert.each. tongue.into.buckle,.listen.for.a.click.and. then.tug.to.verify.that.it.is.latched. Check that buckle functions properly and is kept free of dirt. For cleaning instructions, see page 40. Chest Clip To.separate.chest.clip,.push.center.button. and.pull.apart..To.fasten,.push.together. until.locked... Position chest clip at center of infant’s chest, level with armpits.

  • Page 19: Handle

    HANDLE Handle.has.3.LOCKED.positions... To.rotate.to.a.new.position,.press.both. buttons.near.pivot. BE SURE handle is LOCKED in “CARRY” position before lifting Carry Carrier by handle. An unlocked handle could move unexpectedly, causing injury to infant. ALWAYS place handle in one of the LOCKED positions when using Store Infant restraint system in vehicle.

  • Page 20: Canopy

    CANOPY To Adjust Canopy, grab.bow.on.both. sides.and.rotate...Detach.fastener.tabs. when.rotating.toward.front.of.Carrier. .To Remove Canopy Fabric, pull. fabric.away.from.Canopy.Mount.to.expose. button..Press.button.on.canopy.mount.to. release.end.of.bow...Slide.canopy.fabric.off. bow.and.detach.canopy.from.rear.of.pad.. Release bow from canopy mount on opposite side of Carrier if using Carrier without canopy. To.replace.canopy,.reverse.previous.steps.

  • Page 21: Newborn.insert

    NEWBORN INSERT Use.Newborn.Insert.to.provide.additional. support and ensure a secure harness fit for smaller.infants. The harness height may have to be changed to fit your infant. Before using insert, read the instructions on “Changing Harness Height” and “Securing Infant in Carrier” To Install Insert in Carrier .Pull End of Buckle.through.center.slot.

  • Page 22: Head.support

    HEAD SUPPORT Use.head.support.to.provide.additional. support.for.a.young.infant’s.head..Head support.can.be.used with.or.without.newborn.insert. .To Install Head Support,.pull.Fastener. Tabs.through.slots.and.then.attach. together.on.underside.of.Carrier.. Fastener Tabs must always connect through slots ABOVE the slots used for harness. NEVER use head support with harness in upper slots. Head support could interfere with harness adjustment.

  • Page 23: Carrier/Base.attachment

    Carrier/BASE ATTACHMENT .To secure Carrier to base,.align. Carrier with base and push firmly into base. Listen.for.a.click. Pull up on Carrier to verify that it is securely latched. .To release Carrier from base, pull. release.handle.while.lifting.Carrier.out.of. base. Be sure to hold Carrier securely with both hands when removing.

  • Page 24: Infant.requirements

    INFANT REQUIREMENTS Infant Requirements Infants should ride in a REAR-FACING Infant restraint system until they’re at least 1 year old AND weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg). .ONLY use this infant restraint system if.the.infant.meets.all.of.the. following.requirements: Weight.between.2.and.10.kg . . (4 and 22 lbs ).. Height.is.less.than.76.cm .

  • Page 25: Changing.harness.height

    CHANGING HARNESS HEIGHT With infant firmly seated in Carrier, identify.correct.slots.for.harness...Select. closest.slots.AT.or.BELOW.infant’s. shoulders. .With.infant.removed.and.harness. loosened,.turn.Carrier.over.to.expose. splitter...Unhook.one.strap.from.splitter. .Pull.end.of.loose.strap.out.of.pad.and. return.it.back.through.correct.slot..Do.not. twist.strap.. .Re-attach.strap.to.splitter...Connection. to.splitter.should.look.like.illustration. .Repeat.for.other.strap..Straps.must. be.free.of.twists.and.securely.fastened.to. splitter. .Check.that.Harness.is.secure.and. working.properly. NEVER remove Harness or harness components from Carrier. DO NOT USE Infant restraint system if any part of harness is damaged. Call 1-800-667-4111 or 514-344-3045 to order a replacement harness.

  • Page 26: Securing.infant.in.carrier

    SECURING INFANT IN Carrier Loosen harness by firmly pressing adjuster.button.and.pulling.forward.on.both. straps. .Press.button.on.buckle.to.release. buckle.tongues. .Separate.chest.clip.and.spread.straps. apart..Place.infant.in.Carrier.in.seated. position. Infant must be resting against back and bottom of Carrier. .Pull.harness.straps.over.child’s. shoulders.and.around.their.waist. Make sure harness straps are in the closest slots AT or BELOW top of infant’s shoulders. If harness straps are not AT or BELOW infant’s shoulders, you must move harness to proper...
  • Page 27 SECURING INFANT IN Carrier .Insert.buckle.tongues.into.buckle..Listen. for.a.click. Tug on tongues to verify that they are latched. Pull.excess.strap.up.through.buckle. tongues.so.that.harness.is.snug.around. infant’s.thighs. .Snap.chest.clip.together.and.slide. CLICK! away.from.infant’s.neck.before.tightening. harness. .Tighten.harness.by.pulling.slowly.on. adjuster.strap.until.harness.is.snug.around. infant. .Make.sure.infant.is.properly.secured. .Harness.must.be.snug...If.you . can.pinch.a.fold.in.strap,.harness . is.too.loose. .Chest.Clip.must.be.positioned . at.center.of.infant’s.chest,.level . with.armpits. Straps must be laying flat, .

  • Page 28: Safety.tips.for.securing.infant

    SAFETY TIPS FOR SECURING INFANT NEVER.secure.infant.in.Carrier.with.the. infant.dressed.in.bulky.garments.or.heavy. clothing. Heavy clothing can prevent harness from being properly tightened around infant. If harness is not snug around your infant, infant could be ejected in a sudden stop or crash resulting in serious injury or death! .To.keep.infant.warm,.place.a.blanket.

  • Page 29: Secure.infant.checklist

    SECURE INFANT CHECKLIST .Check Height of Harness Slots .Harness.straps.should.always . . be.AT.or.BELOW.infant’s.shoulders. .Check Position of Chest Clip .Chest.clip.should.be.in.center . . of.infant’s.chest,.level.with.armpits. .Check Tightness of Harness .Harness.must.be.snug. Harness is snug when you cannot pinch a fold in the harness material. If you do not secure infant properly, infant could be ejected in a sudden stop or crash, resulting in serious injury or death!

  • Page 30: Vehicle Information

    VEHICLE INFORMATION This.Infant.restraint.system.can.be.securely.installed. in.most.vehicles.using.the.vehicle.seat.belts.or.UAS... BUT,.there.are.some.vehicle.belts.and.installation. positions.that.are.UNSAFE.for.use.with.this.infant. restraint.system. Refer to your Vehicle Owner’s Manual for detailed information about vehicle belts, UAS, and preferred Infant restraint system installation positions. UNSAFE Vehicle Belts The.following.types.of.vehicle.belts.MUST.NOT.be. used.to.install.this.Infant.restraint.system: .Motorized.(automatic).vehicle.belts. .Door.mounted.vehicle.belts.. .Lap/Shoulder.Belts.with.2.retractors, . (unless.Lap.Belt.has.a.“Lock.Mode”). 1 retractor tensions the Lap Belt and 1 tensions the Shoulder Belt.

  • Page 31: Installation.positions

    INSTALLATION POSITIONS Accident.statistics.indicate.that.children. are.safer.when.properly.restrained.in.rear. seating.positions.than.in.front.seating. positions...Children.12.and.under.should. ride.in.rear.seating.positions. The BEST POSITION is one that: . •. Is.Recommended.by.Vehicle.Owner’s.Manual. . •. Results.in.Secure.Installation.of.Infant.restraint.system. ONLY install Infant restraint system in forward facing vehicle seats. NEVER install in rear or side facing seats. AIR BAG WARNING: NEVER install Infant restraint system in a seat with a Frontal air bag.

  • Page 32: Uas.or.vehicle.belt

    INSTALLATION USING VEHICLE BELT UAS or Vehicle Belt? This Infant restraint system can be safely installed using Vehicle Belts or UAS. Use the method that results in the MOST SECURE installation in your vehicle. .Position Base.in.forward.facing.vehicle. seat.with.Recline.Foot.against.seat.back. .Adjust Base Angle.by.pushing.Recline. Buttons.while.lifting.Base...Angle.is.correct.
  • Page 33 INSTALLATION USING VEHICLE BELT If using Vehicle Lap Belt only (no Shoulder Belt), make sure that Lap Belt is LOCKED, and that free end of Lap Belt is neatly stored so it DOES NOT INTERFERE with attachment of Carrier to Base. .CHECK Installation: .Belts.MUST.be.TIGHT.

  • Page 34: Installation Using Uas

    INSTALLATION USING UAS UAS or Vehicle Belt? This Infant restraint system can be safely installed using Vehicle Belts or UAS. Use the method that results in the MOST SECURE installation in your vehicle. .Remove UAS.Connectors.from.storage. pockets.while.lifting.up.on.UAS.Release. Lever. .Position Base.in.forward.facing.vehicle. seat.with.Recline.Foot.against.seat.back. .Adjust Base Angle.by.pushing.Recline.
  • Page 35 INSTALLATION USING UAS .Tighten UAS Belts by pulling up firmly on.UAS.Pull.Strap.while.pressing.Base. firmly into vehicle seat. .Store UAS Pull Strap.neatly in.Pull.Strap.Storage.Pocket.. .Check Installation .UAS belts MUST.be..TIGHT .Base.MUST.be.STABLE .Bubble.MUST.be . . between.arrows .UAS Pull Strap.MUST . . NOT.interfere.with . . attachment.of.Carrier .

  • Page 36: Uninstalling.base

    INSTALLATION USING UAS Uninstalling Base Remove.Carrier.from.Base .Loosen UAS.by.lifting.the.UAS. Release.Lever.and.pulling.Base.away.from. vehicle.seat.back. .Detach UAS Connectors.by.pressing. the.red.button.on.each.UAS.Connector,. and.remove.Base.from.vehicle. Storing UAS Insert UAS Connectors into storage pockets. .Pull UAS Pull Strap.to.secure.UAS. Connectors. .Roll UAS Pull Strap.and.store.in.Pull. Strap.Storage.Pocket. NEVER travel with Infant restraint system unsecured in vehicle. Passengers may be injured during a sudden stop or crash.

  • Page 37: Installation Without Base

    INSTALLATION WITHOUT BASE .Position Carrier.rear.facing.on.vehicle. seat,.with. .properly.secured.in. infant Carrier. .Move Carrier Seat Pad.to.expose.Belt. Guides. .Route Vehicle Belt.under.both.Belt. Guides,.and.buckle.the.vehicle.belt. .Tighten Vehicle Belt while.pushing. Carrier firmly into vehicle.seat.. A tightly rolled towel may be used under the front edge of the Carrier if needed for stable, secure installation.

  • Page 38: Installation In Aircraft

    INSTALLATION IN AIRCRAFT This Infant restraint system is certified for use in commercial aircraft. Be sure to contact your airline prior to travel, to discuss their Infant restraint system policy. .Position Carrier.rear.facing.in.aircraft. Cannot be used with base in seat,.with.infant.properly.secured.in.Carrier. an aircraft. .Move Carrier Seat Pad.to.expose.Belt.

  • Page 39: Cleaning And Maintenance

    CLEANING & MAINTENANCE Fabrics may be spot-cleaned with mild soap and water, or machine washed in cold water on delicate cycle using mild detergent. Hang to dry. DO NOT USE BLEACH. Removing the Seat Pad Remove.Harness.Straps.from.Harness. Slots.as.described.in.“Changing.Harness. Height.”.. .Unhook.elastic.band.attached.around. handle.pivots,.and.disconnect.chest.clip. and.buckle.

  • Page 40: Replacement Parts

    CLEANING & MAINTENANCE NEVER remove Harness or harness components from Carrier. If harness is extremely soiled or damaged, Call 1-800-667-4111 or 514-344-3045 to order a replacement. Cleaning Plastics Replacement Parts Sponge clean using warm water and mild Many replacement parts soap.

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