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Car Seat - User Guide - Chicco USA

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Car Seat
User Guide
For future use, STORE USER GUIDE in location on bottom of base.
IS0190E_02

�2019 Artsana USA, Inc. 10/19 www.chiccousa.com

If you have any problems with your Chicco Child Restraint, or any questions regarding installation or use, please call:
Chicco Customer Service 1-877-424-4226
Please have Model and Serial Number available when you call. These are located on a label on the bottom of the Child Restraint.
For future reference, fill in the information below. The information can be found on the label on the bottom of the Child Restraint.
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Manufactured In:

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Registration Child Guidelines Safe Use Checklist Important Warnings Best Practices Need Help?

WITHOUT BASE INSTALLATION

Install without Base Setup

Install Using LAP-SHOULDER BELT

Install Using Shoulder Belt Guide

Install Using LAP BELT ONLY

VEHICLE INFORMATION

SECURING YOUR CHILD

Vehicle Seating Positions Vehicle Seat Belts What is LATCH?

Adjusting Harness Height

Securing Child with Harness

Secure Child Checklist

CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Child Restraint Components

Child Requirements

Base Release Handle LATCH Storage

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BASE INSTALLATION

Newborn Positioner

Install with Base Setup

Head Rest Insert

Install Using LATCH

Handle Positions

Install Using LAP-SHOULDER BELT

Canopy

Install Using LAP BELT ONLY

Installation on an Aircraft

Install Carrier to Base

Cleaning and Maintenance

REGISTRATION
Please complete the Registration Card that came with your Child Restraint and mail it promptly.
Child Restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register this restraint to be reached in a recall. Send your name, address, e-mail address if available, and the restraint's model number and manufacturing date to:
Artsana USA, Inc. 1826 William Penn Way
Lancaster, PA 17601 or call 1-877-424-4226 or register online at http://www.chiccousa.com/carseatregistration.aspx
For recall information, call the U.S. Government's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.NHTSA.gov.
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REGISTRATION
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CHILD GUIDELINES This Child Restraint is designed for children ages Birth to approximately 2 years old. ONLY use this Child Restraint if the child meets BOTH of the following Weight and Height requirements:
� Weight is between 4 and 35 pounds (1.8 and 15.9 kg). � Height is 32 inches (81 cm) or less and child's head is no less than
1" (25 mm) below the top of the head rest.
The Newborn Positioner is only for infants who weigh between 4 and 11 pounds (1.8 and 5 kg). See Newborn Positioner on page 80.
For premature infants, you must consult the infant's doctor before using this Child Restraint. A premature infant may have difficulty breathing or have other medical problems when placed in a seated position.
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CHILD GUIDELINES
WARNING! Use of this Child Restraint is ONLY for children who meet ALL of the requirements shown here. If the child is not within these requirements, select a different car seat (such as a convertible car seat).

NEWBORN POSITIONER

4 lbs.

11 lbs.

(1.8 kg)

(5 kg)

35 lbs. (15.9 kg)

NEVER turn this Child Restraint FORWARD-FACING.
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SAFE USE CHECKLIST
YOUR CHILD'S SAFETY DEPENDS ON YOU! You MUST follow the detailed instructions in this User Guide to ensure the steps below are performed correctly!
Make sure your child meets the age, weight, and height requirements: Refer to the "Child Guidelines" section on page 4.

If using Base, make sure Carrier is securely attached to Base: Refer to the "Install Carrier to Base" section on page 46.

Select a safe seating location in your car: Refer to the "Vehicle Seating Positions" section on page 16 and 17.

Install Base or Carrier Rear-Facing ONLY:

Refer to the "Child Guidelines" section on page 4.

SAFE USE CHECKLIST Ensure that the Child Restraint is properly leveled when installed.
Check Child Restraint for a snug fit in your car: While holding Child Restraint near belt path used, pull side to side and forward. Belt should remain tight and Child Restraint should not move more than 1" (25 mm) from vehicle seat back or side-to-side.
Secure your child: Refer to the "Securing Child with Harness" section on page 68.
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IMPORTANT WARNINGS
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND THE PRODUCT LABELS CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOUR CHILD.
Take Time to Read This User Guide
� Carefully read and understand all instructions and warnings in this User Guide. Your child's safety depends on you knowing how to setup, install and use this Child Restraint properly.
� Before installing this Child Restraint in a vehicle, be sure to also check the vehicle owner's manual for information on proper installation.
� NEVER allow others to use this Child Restraint until they have read and understood all instructions in this User Guide.
Make Sure Child Fits This Child Restraint
� Use only with children who weigh between 4 and 35 lbs (1.8 kg to 15.9 kg) and whose height is 32 inches (81 cm) or less.
� Do Not use this Child Restraint if top of child's head is within 1 inch (25 mm) of the top of the headrest.
8 � Only use the NEWBORN POSITIONER providedfor infants who weigh between 4 and 11 lbs (1.8 and 5 kg).

IMPORTANT WARNINGS
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR
Secure Child Properly
� Snugly adjust the belts provided with this Child Restraint around your child. A loose harness could cause the child to be ejected in a sharp turn, 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 child's flesh or push the child's body into an unnatural position.

� NEVER use clothing or blankets that interfere with fastening or tightening the harness. An unsecured child could be ejected in a sharp turn, sudden stop or crash!

To keep child warm, place a blanket over child and restraint AFTER you have properly secured child in harness.

� ALWAYS check to make sure buckle is securely latched. If buckle separates, child could be killed or seriously injured.

� NEVER leave child unattended. Do not allow children to play in or around the Child Restraint.

� ALWAYS keep child properly secured in harness whenever child is in Child Restraint.

IMPORTANT WARNINGS
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR
Install Child Restraint Correctly
� NEVER PLACE THIS CHILD RESTRAINT IN VEHICLE SEATING LOCATION WITH A FRONTAL AIR BAG, UNLESS THE AIR BAG CAN BE TURNED OFF. If the airbag inflates, it can cause serious injury or death to your child. For vehicles with side air bags, refer to your vehicle owners manual for information on your child restraint installation.
� ALWAYS install this Child Restraint in a back seat if possible.

According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions rather than in the front seat.

� NEVER install on a vehicle seat that is rear facing, side facing or on the back of a folded down seat.

� ALWAYS secure this Child Restraint with the vehicle's child restraint anchorage system (LATCH) if available

OR with a vehicle seat belt.

� ALWAYS install rear-facing when using this Child Restraint in a vehicle. Your child could be killed or seriously

injured if you install this restraint forward-facing.

IMPORTANT WARNINGS

WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR
Install Child Restraint Correctly

� BEFORE each use, ALWAYS check to make sure restraint is tightly secured in the vehicle seat.

� NEVER use Child Restraint in a vehicle seating position where it cannot be secured tightly. A loosely

installed Child Restraint will not protect your child in a crash.

� Never leave carrier or base unsecured in your vehicle even when it is unoccupied. It could injure other

occupants in a sharp turn, sudden stop or crash.

� DO NOT installthisChild Restraint using an inflatable seat belt.The interactionofthe inflatable portion

of the vehicle's belt with this Child Restraint can result in serious injury or death. Install using LATCH

instead, or move the car seat to a position with a suitable seat belt type.

� To prevent ejection or breathing difficulties, proper recline is required. When installing the Child

Restraint, check the bubble level on the base. Refer to pages 26-27 to make sure your child meets the

requirements.

� Make sure nothing interferes with carrier attachment to base. ALWAYS check attachment.

� ONLY use Chicco KeyFit/KeyFit 30/KeyFit 35 infant carriers with the KeyFit 35 base.

� DO NOT use Chicco Fit 2 infant carrier with the KeyFit 35 base.

IMPORTANT WARNINGS
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR
Ensure Child's Safety When Using Child Restraint
� NEVER leave child unattended. � SUFFOCATION HAZARD: Infant carrier can roll over on soft surfaces and suffocate child. NEVER place
carrier on beds, sofas or other soft surfaces. � STRANGULATION HAZARD: Children have STRANGLED in loose or partially buckled harness straps.
Fully restrain the child even when carrier is used outside the vehicle. � Fall Hazard: Child's activity can move carrier. NEVER place carrier on counter tops, tables, or any other
elevated surface. � Do not use the infant carrier if it is damaged or broken. � BE SURE handle is locked in the "carry position" before lifting carrier by handle. An unlocked handle could
move unexpectedly, causing injury to child. � NEVER place carrier in top of shopping cart. Carrier will not be secure and could fall causing injury to child. � ALWAYS check buckle and other parts for hot surfaces. A hot surface could burn child! Cover unoccupied
carrier with blanket when leaving in a vehicle exposed to sunlight or high temperatures.
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IMPORTANT WARNINGS
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR
Check Condition of Restraint
� DO NOT use if the Harness or LATCH straps are cut, frayed or damaged. � DO NOT use this Child Restraint if it is more than 6 years old. Check manufacturer's label on
underside of Child Restraint for the "Do Not Use After" date. � DO NOT use any accessories, pads or products not included with this Child Restraint, unless
approved by Chicco USA. Doing so will void the warranty of this Child Restraint. � You MUST replace this Child Restraint if it has been involved in a crash, even if you cannot see
visible damage. A damaged Child Restraint may not protect your child in a future crash. � Do not modify your Child Restraint. � For proper removal and installation of the harness straps contact Chicco USA for additional instructions. � Do not use Child Restraint if any component is damaged, broken, or missing parts.
Call 1-877-424-4226 to find out if the damaged part or parts can be replaced.
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BEST PRACTICES

NEED HELP?

� Ensure all vehicle occupants are properly restrained before traveling. Unrestrained occupants

Need Help Securing Your Child Restraint?

can be thrown around and may be seriously injured or seriously injure other occupants in a sharp turn, sudden stop or crash. � Do not leave loose objects, such as books, bags, etc., in the back of the vehicle. In the event

The following sources are available to help ensure your Child Restraint is properly installed:

of a sharp turn, sudden stop, or crash, loose objects can be thrown around and possibly cause

serious injury to vehicle occupants.

� Contact Chicco USA by visiting our website at www.chiccousa.com or

� Cover the Child Restraint when the vehicle is parked in sunlight. Parts of a Child Restraint can

calling our Customer Service 1-877-424-4226. Please have Model and

become very hot if left in the sun. Contact with these parts can burn a child's skin. Always check the surface of any metal or plastic parts before putting your child in the Child Restraint.

Serial Number available when you call. These are located on a label on the bottom of the Child Restraint.

� To avoid strangulation, do not allow children to play with vehicle seat belts. If possible, move

unused belts out of reach.

� Refer to your vehicle manual for Child Restraint installation tips.

� Do not use anything to raise the Child Restraint off the vehicle seat such as a noodle or towel.

In a sharp turn, sudden stop, or crash, the Child Restraint could slide and potentially cause serious injury. � Never use a second-hand Child Restraint with an unknown history.

� Contact a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician in your area by visiting safercar.gov and select "Find Local Child Seat Help" or call 1-866-SEAT CHECK (1-866-732-8243).

� Never use any accessories that are not included with this Child Restraint, unless specifically

approved by Chicco. For more information, go to www.chiccousa.com.

14 � The Head Rest Insert can be used with or without the Newborn Positioner.

VEHICLE INFORMATION VEHICLE INFORMATION

VEHICLE SEATING POSITIONS

WARNING! NEVER PLACE THIS CHILD RESTRAINT IN A VEHICLE SEATING LOCATION WITH A FRONTAL AIR BAG, UNLESS THE AIR BAG CAN BE TURNED OFF.

The back seat is the safest place for children 12 and under. See your

vehicle owner's manual for Child Restraint installation and instructions.

VEHICLE SEATING POSITIONS
Some vehicles have no seating positions which are compatible with this Child Restraint. If in doubt, contact the vehicle manufacturer for assistance. Only forward-facing vehicle seats can be used with this Child Restraint.

Make sure no more than 4 inches (10 cm) of the Child Restraint base is past the edge of the vehicle seat.

Do not use on a folded down vehicle seat back.

VEHICLE INFORMATION VEHICLE INFORMATION

VEHICLE SEAT BELTS The information in this section only applies to installation with vehicle seat belts.
For simplest installation use LATCH Vehicle seat belts differ from vehicle to vehicle. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual for specific information about seat belts and their use with Child Restraints. Shoulder belt with switchable retractor: Putting the shoulder belt in the locked/switched mode as the last step is optional. The shoulder belt Lock-Off replaces the need for the locked/switched mode. Using the locked/switched mode may cause Child Restraint to tilt.
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VEHICLE SEAT BELTS
The following types of vehicle belts MUST NOT be used to install this Child Restraint. If any of the belt types listed below are in the chosen seating position, choose another vehicle seating position or use LATCH if available.

1. Motorized (automatic) vehicle belts. 4. Non-Locking (ELR) Lap Belts.

2. Door mounted vehicle belts.

5. Inflatable seat belts.

3. Lap-shoulder Belts with 2 retractors (unless Lap Belt has a "Lock Mode").

VEHICLE INFORMATION VEHICLE INFORMATION

WHAT IS LATCH
WARNING: This Child Restraint is designed to be used with lower LATCH anchors at the standard spacing (11 inches (28 cm)) ONLY! Refer to vehicle owner's manual for information about LATCH and Child Restraint installation positions.
LATCH = Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren
United States Motor Vehicle Safety Standards have defined a system for installing Child Restraints in vehicles called LATCH. LATCH may ONLY be used IN PLACE OF vehicle belt if the vehicle is equipped with LATCH anchor points. DO NOT use both the seat belt and LATCH at the same time. Please refer to the vehicle owner's manual for designated LATCH locations in vehicles.
LATCH in the vehicle consists of a top tether anchor point, which is not used with this Child Restraint, and two lower anchor points. Some vehicles owner's manual use the term "ISOFIX". LATCH can also be used in vehicle seating positions equipped with ISOFIX.
If the vehicle is equipped with LATCH, the vehicle lower anchor points may be visible at the seat crease. If not visible, the seating position may be marked with a symbol (fig. a) or a
20 coloreddot.

WHAT IS LATCH
Vehicle Lower Anchor
Points
Vehicle Seat Crease
(fig. a)
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CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW

CARRIER COMPONENTS Handle Release Button
Shoulder Pads
Harness Straps
Newborn Positioner
Harness Adjuster Strap
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Canopy
Head Rest Insert
Chest Clip
Buckle
Crotch Strap Pad
Seat Belt Guides
(when installing carrier without the base)
Harness Adjuster Button

Shoulder Belt Guide
(when installing carrier without the base)
Harness Strap Adjustment Slots
Harness Straps
Harness Splitter Plate
Crotch Strap Retainer

CARRIER COMPONENTS Base Release Handle
Carry Handle Headrest Adjustment Bar Adjuster Buttons
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CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW

BASE AND LATCH COMPONENTS

Recline Foot
Adjuster

LATCH Pull Strap

User Guide Storage
(Inside Base)

Bubble Level Indicator
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Recline Foot

LATCH Release Lever
Carrier Attachment
Hook
Shoulder Belt Lock-Off
LATCH Connector

BASE AND LATCH COMPONENTS
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CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW

CHILD REQUIREMENTS

WEIGHT REQUIREMENTS:
4 � 35 lbs (1.8 � 15.9 kg)

4 lbs. (1.8 kg)

Use with children: � Who weigh between 4 and 35 lbs (1.8 �15.9 kg).

� And height is less than 32 inches (81 cm). � And top of head is at least 1 inch (25 mm) below top of seat back.

� When Harness Straps can be positioned at or just below the child's shoulders*.

WEIGHT REQUIREMENTS

35 lbs. (15.9 kg)

See Adjusting Harness Height

on page 64.

CHILD REQUIREMENTS
For premature infants, you must consult the infant's doctor before using this Child Restraint. A premature infant may have difficulty breathing or have other medical problems when placed in a seated position.
Install Child Restraint: � Base installation continued on page 28. � Without Base Installation continued on page 50.
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BASE INSTALLATION BASE INSTALLATION

INSTALL WITH BASE SETUP

Infants may have difficulty breathing when in a sitting position. Make sure the seat is reclined properly so that your child's head does

not fall forward. Failure to properly recline the Child Restraint

could increase the child's risk of serious injury or death.

See page 16 for "Vehicle Seating Positions" before installing. Make

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on a level surface. Place Base on selected vehicle is not blocking the vehicle seat belt buckle.

2 Locate the Bubble Level Indicator and adjust the Recline Foot by lifting the Recline Foot Adjuster and lifting or lowering the base until the Bubble falls
between the arrows on the Bubble Level Indicator (2b).

Installation Options:

� LATCH installation continued on page 30. � Lap-Shoulder Belt installation continued on page 36. � Lap Belt Only installation continued on page 42.
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INSTALL WITH BASE SETUP
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BASE INSTALLATION BASE INSTALLATION

INSTALL USING LATCH

Store LATCH Connectors properly in the compartments when

not using for installation - See page 79.

When installing with LATCH in a vehicle equipped with inflatable seat belts, the unused seat belt should not be buckled behind the Child Restraint System as this will engage the inflatable portion of the belt.

1 Pull up on the LATCH Release Lever and loosen LATCH straps to their full length.

2 Locate the LATCH Connector storage compartments. Remove both LATCH Connectors.

INSTALL USING LATCH
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BASE INSTALLATION BASE INSTALLATION

INSTALL USING LATCH

3 Locate the LATCH anchor bars in your vehicle. Attach both LATCH Connectors to the vehicle LATCH anchor bars.

4 Tighten LATCH straps by pulling up on LATCH Pull Strap while pressing Base firmly into vehicle seat.

INSTALL USING LATCH
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BASE INSTALLATION BASE INSTALLATION

INSTALL USING LATCH 5 Roll LATCH Pull Strap and store in Pull Strap Storage Slot, as shown.
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CHECK YOUR WORK
Hold Base at each side and pull side to side and forward. Base should not move more than 1" (25 mm) from vehicle seat back or side-to-side.
Check installation before every use!
Install Child Restraint: � Installation continued on page 46.
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INSTALL USING LATCH
CHECK YOUR WORK
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INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT
1 Thread vehicle seat belt up through the belt path on the side of the Base.
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2 Pull vehicle seat belt down through the vehicle seat belt path on opposite side of the Base. Buckle the vehicle seat belt.

INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT
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BASE INSTALLATION BASE INSTALLATION

Belt

Path

CLICK!

INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT
3 While pushing down on the Base, pull up on the vehicle shoulder belt to remove all slack from the vehicle lap belt.

INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT
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BASE INSTALLATION BASE INSTALLATION

INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT

4 While holding the shoulder belt tight, slide the shoulder belt strap

firmly into Shoulder Belt Lock-Off. Always use the Lock-Off on the

opposite side of where the vehicle seat belt is buckled.

Do NOT pull on shoulder belt after it is positioned in Lock-Off. This could damage the Lock-Off and/or the vehicle belt

CHECK YOUR WORK
Hold Base at each side and pull side to side and forward. Base should not move more than 1" (25 mm) from vehicle seat back or side-to-side.
Check installation before every use!

Install Child Restraint: � Installation continued on page 46.
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INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT
CHECK YOUR WORK
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INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY
1 Thread vehicle seat belt up through the belt path on the side of the Base.
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2 Pull vehicle seat belt down through the vehicle seat belt path on opposite side of the Base. Buckle the vehicle seat belt.

INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY
2

BASE INSTALLATION BASE INSTALLATION

Belt

Path

CLICK!

BASE INSTALLATION BASE INSTALLATION

INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY

3 While pushing down on the Base, pull up on the loose end of the

vehicle lap belt to remove all slack.

CHECK YOUR WORK
Hold Base at each side and pull side to side and forward. Base should not move more than 1" (25 mm) from vehicle seat back or side-to-side.
Check installation before every use!

Install Child Restraint: � Installation continued on page 46.
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INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY
CHECK YOUR WORK
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INSTALL CARRIER TO BASE 1 Insert the Carrier into the Base. 2 Push down on the Carrier to make sure it locks onto the Carrier
Attachment Hooks on the Base.

INSTALL CARRIER TO BASE

BASE INSTALLATION BASE INSTALLATION

Carrier

Attachment

Hook

BASE INSTALLATION BASE INSTALLATION

INSTALL CARRIER TO BASE
3 Check to make sure the Carrier is securely attached to the Base.
ALWAYS lift up on Carrier to verify it is properly attached to the Base.
CHECK YOUR WORK
Hold Base at each side and pull side to side and forward. Child Restraint should not move more than 1" (25 mm) from vehicle seat back or side-to-side.
Make sure Child Restraint is level by confirming that the bubble on the level indicator is between the level lines. Make sure infant's head does not fall forward. If necessary, re-adjust recline and repeat installation steps to make sure Child Restraint is installed properly.
Check installation before every use!
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INSTALL CARRIER TO BASE

3
CLICK

CHECK

WITHOUT BASE INSTALLATION WITHOUT BASE INSTALLATION

INSTALL WITHOUT BASE SETUP

Infants may have difficulty breathing when in a sitting position. Make sure the seat is reclined properly so that your child's head does not fall forward. Failure to properly recline the Child Restraint could increase the child's risk of serious injury or death.

NEVER install Child Restraint without Base using a non-locking vehicle belt. The installation

will NOT be secure. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual for detailed vehicle belt information.

See page 16 for "Vehicle Seating Positions" before installing. Make sure

the vehicle is on a level surface. Place Child Restraint on selected vehicle

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2 Position Child Restraint so that the Level Line (located on the seat label) is LEVEL with the ground.

3 If needed, use a rolled up towel to help level the Child Restraint properly.

Installation Options:

� Lap-Shoulder Belt installation continued on page 52.

� Lap Belt Only installation continued on page 60.

INSTALL WITHOUT BASE SETUP
3
Level Line (Seat Label)
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WITHOUT BASE INSTALLATION WITHOUT BASE INSTALLATION

INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT 1 Thread vehicle seat belt up and slide into the Seat Belt Guide on the side of
the Child Restraint. 2 Pull vehicle seat belt down and slide into the Seat Belt Guide on opposite
side of the Child Restraint. Buckle the vehicle seat belt. Pull out all of the shoulder belt webbing and activate the locking mode of the vehicle belt. If belt does not lock, do not use that seating position to install the Child Restraint.
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INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT

Seat Belt Guide

CLICK!
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WITHOUT BASE INSTALLATION WITHOUT BASE INSTALLATION

INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT

Put the vehicle seat belt in the locked mode. See vehicle owner's manual for more

information. A tightly rolled towel may be used under the front edge of the Child Restraint if needed to adjust the angle of the Child Restraint. Angle is correct

when level line on Child Restraint is level with ground.

3 While pushing down on the Child Restraint, pull up on the vehicle shoulder belt to remove all slack from vehicle lap belt.

CHECK YOUR WORK

Hold Child Restraint at each side and pull side to side and forward. Child Restraint should not move more than 1" (25 mm) from vehicle seat back or side-to-side.

Make sure Child Restraint is level. Make sure infant's head does not fall forward. If necessary re-adjust recline and repeat installation steps to make sure Child Restraint is installed properly.

Check installation before every use!

INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT
CHECK YOUR WORK
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WITHOUT BASE INSTALLATION WITHOUT BASE INSTALLATION

INSTALL USING SHOULDER BELT GUIDE

An optional Shoulder Belt Guide is on the back of the Child Restraint.

The Guide offers additional stability when installing your Child Restraint without the Base using the Lap/Shoulder Belt. Make sure your

vehicle seat belts have enough length to allow you to properly install the

Child Restraint using the Shoulder Belt Guide.

4 With the Child Restraint placed and buckled without the Base and using the vehicle lap-shoulder belt in un-locked mode - pull the shoulder belt out and slide it around the back of the Child Restraint.

5 Thread the shoulder belt through the Shoulder Belt Guide. Then guide the shoulder belt around the carrier. Switch the shoulder belt into locked mode. Do not use this seating position if the vehicle belt does not lock.

INSTALL USING SHOULDER BELT GUIDE
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WITHOUT BASE INSTALLATION WITHOUT BASE INSTALLATION

INSTALL USING SHOULDER BELT GUIDE

6 While pushing down on the Child Restraint, pull up on the vehicle shoulder

belt to remove all slack from the vehicle lap and shoulder belt.

CHECK YOUR WORK
Hold Child Restraint at each side and pull side to side and forward. Child Restraint should not move more than 1" (25 mm) from vehicle seat back or side-to-side.
Make sure Child Restraint is level. Make sure infant's head does not fall forward. If necessary re-adjust recline and repeat installation steps to make sure Child Restraint is installed properly.
Check installation before every use!

INSTALL USING SHOULDER BELT GUIDE
CHECK YOUR WORK
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WITHOUT BASE INSTALLATION WITHOUT BASE INSTALLATION

INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY

1 Thread vehicle seat belt up and slide into the Seat Belt Guide on the side of

the Child Restraint.

2 Pull vehicle seat belt down and slide into the Seat Belt Guide on opposite side of the Child Restraint. Buckle the vehicle seat belt.

INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY
2

CLICK!

Seat Belt

Guide

WITHOUT BASE INSTALLATION WITHOUT BASE INSTALLATION

INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY

Put the vehicle seat belt in the locked mode, see vehicle owner's manual for more

information. A tightly rolled towel may be used under the front edge of the Child

Restraint if needed to adjust the angle of the Child Restraint. Angle is correct

when level line on Child Restraint is level with ground.

3 While pushing down on the Child Restraint, pull up on the loose end of the vehicle lap belt to remove all slack.

CHECK YOUR WORK

Hold Child Restraint at each side and pull side to side and forward. Child Restraint should not move more than 1" (25 mm) from vehicle seat back or side-to-side.

Make sure Child Restraint is level. Make sure infant's head does not fall forward. If necessary re-adjust recline and repeat installation steps to make sure Child Restraint is installed properly.

Check installation before every use!

INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY
CHECK YOUR WORK
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SECURING YOUR CHILD SECURING YOUR CHILD

ADJUSTING HARNESS HEIGHT 1 With child seated correctly in the Carrier, resting against back and
bottom of carrier and not slouched, make sure the Harness Strap is AT or JUST BELOW top of child's shoulders. 2 If not, remove your child from the carrier. Loosen the harness by pressing the Adjuster Button and pulling out on both Harness Straps. Turn the Carrier over and locate the Height Adjuster Plate.
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ADJUSTING HARNESS HEIGHT
1 2
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AT OR JUST BELOW
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SECURING YOUR CHILD SECURING YOUR CHILD

ADJUSTING HARNESS HEIGHT
3 The Carrier has 5 height adjustment positions.
4 Squeeze both buttons together and push up or pull down on the Height Adjuster Plate to the desired height. Make sure the Height Adjuster Plate is locked into position.

ADJUSTING HARNESS HEIGHT

Height Adjuster

Plate

Adjustment Positions

SECURING YOUR CHILD SECURING YOUR CHILD

SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS

For a better fit in the Carrier with smaller infants, the provided Newborn Positioner may be needed. See page 80 for more details.

1 Loosen harness by pressing the Adjuster Button and pulling out on both Harness Straps.
2 Press the button on the buckle and release both buckle tongues.
3 Separate chest clip and spread Harness Straps apart. Place child in carrier in seated position.

Child must be resting against back and bottom of carrier. Make sure child is not slouched.

SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS
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SECURING YOUR CHILD SECURING YOUR CHILD

SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS

4 Make sure harness straps are AT or JUST BELOW top of child's

shoulders. If not, refer to page 60 for Adjusting Harness Height.

NEVER use clothing or blankets that interfere with fastening or tightening the harness. An unsecured child could be ejected in a
sharp turn, sudden stop or crash!

5 Pull Harness Straps over child's shoulders and pull waist straps around their waist.

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Never secure child in Carrier with child dressed in bulky garments or heavy clothing. Heavy clothing can prevent harness from being properly tightened around child.

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AT OR JUST BELOW

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6 Insert each Buckle Tongue into Harness Buckle; listen for a click (6a). Pull up firmly on both Buckle Tongues to make sure that they are securely latched (6b).
7 Fasten Chest Clip by snapping both sides together.
Harness Straps must be laying flat, free of twists and on top of child's shoulders.

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CLICK!
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CLICK!

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Pull excess strap up through buckle tongues so that harness is snug around

child's thighs.

8 Tighten the harness by pulling slowly on Harness Adjuster Strap while pulling up on both shoulder straps to remove all slack from below (8a). Make sure the Harness Straps are snug on child. If you can pinch a fold in the Harness Strap at the child's shoulders, harness is too loose (8b). If the Harness Straps are too loose pull the Harness Adjuster Strap more.
9 Move the Shoulder Pads up to the child's shoulders. Slide Chest Clip up to center of child's chest, level with the armpits.

WARNING - If harness is not snug around your child, child could be ejected in a sharp turn, sudden stop or crash resulting in serious injury or death.
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SECURING CHILD CHECKLIST
Harness Straps must be snug. If you can pinch a fold in the strap at the shoulders, the harness is too loose. A snug strap should not allow any slack. It lies in a relatively straight line without sagging. It does not press on the child's flesh or push the child's body into an unnatural position.

To ensure a better fit for smaller infants, the Newborn Positioner may be needed. Never place extra padding under or behind the child. Only use the Newborn Positioner. Never use Newborn Positioner if child weighs more than 11 pounds (5 kg).

Straps must lay flat, free of twists and centered on top of the child's shoulders. Check the height of the Harness Straps: Position the Harness Straps
at or just below the child's shoulders.

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Check the position of Chest Clip: Chest Clip should be centered on the child's chest, level with the armpits.
Never secure child in Carrier with child dressed in bulky garments or heavy clothing. Heavy clothing can prevent harness from being properly tightened around child.
Never secure child in Carrier with child wrapped in a blanket. To keep child warm, place a blanket over child AFTER you have properly secured and tightened harness around child.
NO Bulky Clothing
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BASE RELEASE HANDLE RELEASE CARRIER FROM BASE: To unhook the Carrier from the Base, squeeze the Base Release Handle on the back of the Carrier then lift up on the Carry Handle.
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LATCH STORAGE
Store LATCH Connectors properly in the compartments when not using for installation.
Store both LATCH Connector in compartments on either side of the Base when not in use.
1 Insert LATCH Connectors into the LATCH Connector storage compartments. 2 Pull on the LATCH Pull Strap to secure LATCH Connectors in the
compartments.
3 Roll LATCH Pull Strap and store in Pull Strap Storage Slot.

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NEWBORN POSITIONER

WARNING - Use the NEWBORN POSITIONER provided

for infants who weigh between 4 and 11 lbs (1.8 and 5 kg).

To ensure a better fit for smaller infants the Newborn Positioner may be needed. Do NOT use any other newborn positioner or pillows. Only use the one provided by Chicco for this Child Restraint.

1 Place the Newborn Positioner in the Carrier seat. Then pull the Buckle through slot in the bottom of Newborn Positioner.

2 Pull both Harness Straps over the side panels of Newborn Positioner.

3 Push Newborn Positioner firmly into Carrier to make sure it is properly positioned against the back of the seating area.

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HEAD REST INSERT
To provide head support for smaller infants the Head Rest Insert may be used. The Head Rest Insert can be used with or without the Newborn Positioner.
1 To Install Head Rest Insert, pull both Head Rest Straps around the Head Rest edges, as shown.
2 Make sure the Head Rest Insert is lying flat againt the Head Rest and the bottom portion of the Head Rest Straps must be tucked as far in as possible.

HANDLE POSITIONS
To Adjust the Handle, press both of the Handle Release Buttons and rotate the handle. There are 3 positions:

Carrying Position

Stationary Position

Rocking Position

ALWAYS place handle in one of the LOCKED positions when using Child Restraint in vehicle.
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CANOPY ADJUSTING CANOPY: The Canopy can be adjusted by rotating the canopy forwards or backwards.
1

REMOVING CANOPY:

1 Undo both toggle buttons at the top edge of

the Canopy.

2 Pull back the fabric and press the button on Canopy Mount and pull up to remove. Repeat for the other side.

ATTACHING CANOPY:

3 Re-attach both of the Canopy Mounts into the slots

on the side of the Carrier.

INSTALLATION ON AN AIRCRAFT
When traveling by airplane with your child, Chicco recommends taking the Carrier on the airplane with you so that you can use it with your child. Not only will it protect your child during take-off, landing, and turbulence, but also allow your child to be more comfortable.
� This Child Restraint is certified for use on aircraft. Contact the airline prior to travel to discuss their Child Restraint policy.
� Use this Child Restraint on aircraft seats that are FORWARD-FACING only.
� Install Child Restraint on an aircraft the same way it is installed in a vehicle when using a vehicle lap belt. Reference Without Base Install Using Lap Belt ONLY on page 60.
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

DO NOT USE BLEACH, solvents or household cleaners as they may weaken plastics and straps.

DO NOT USE SOAPS OR LUBRICANTS on Buckle or LATCH hardware. It may cause them to malfunction.
� Fabrics may be spot-cleaned, hand or machine washed: Hand wash using mild soap and water, or machine wash in cold water on delicate cycle using mild detergent. Hang to dry.

NEVER use Child Restraint without the seat pad.
� Cleaning Shoulder Pads: Hand wash using mild soap and water. Hang to dry.

� Cleaning Plastics: Sponge clean using warm water and mild soap. Towel dry.

For softgood removal instructions visit the Chicco website at www.chiccousa.com

or call 1-877-424-4226.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE � Cleaning Harness:
Sponge clean using warm water and mild soap. Air dry. Do NOT machine wash.
DO NOT USE Child Restraint if any part of the harness is damaged. For proper removal and installation of the harness straps visit the Chicco website at www.chiccousa.com or call 1-877-424-4226.
� Cleaning LATCH Straps: LATCH Straps cannot be replaced. Sponge clean using warm water and mild soap. Air dry.
� Cleaning Buckle and LATCH Hardware: Sponge clean, using warm water only. If debris in buckle, remove and rinse in warm cup of water. Air dry.
Do NOT remove LATCH or Harness Adjuster Straps. For additional information visit the Chicco website at www.chiccousa.com or call 1-877-424-4226.
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