Chicco NextFit User guide

Convertible Car Seat

User Guide

For future use, STORE USER GUIDE in compartment at rear of base.

IS20120412.E

©2012 Chicco USA, Inc.

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 and Recall

Child

Safe Use Checklist

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REAR-FACING INSTALLATION

Important Warnings

Best

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Setup

Install Using LATCH 42

Install Using LAP-SHOULDER BELT 46

Install Using LAP BELT ONLY 52

FORWARD-FACING INSTALLATION

CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW

Components

LATCH and Tether Components 18 and

Selecting Rear/Forward Facing Position

Strap

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Newborn 28

VEHICLE INFORMATION

Install Using LATCH 60

Install Using LAP-SHOULDER BELT

Install Using LAP BELT ONLY 72

SECURING YOUR CHILD

66 with 76

Secure Child Checklist 88

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Seat

What

What

Holder

Cleaning and Maintenance 94

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REGISTRATION AND RECALL

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.

REGISTRATION AND RECALL

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CHILD GUIDELINES

ONLY use this Child Restraint if the child meets BOTH of the following

Weight and Height requirements:

• Weight is between 5 and 65 pounds (2.2 and 29.4 kg).

• Height is 50 inches (127 cm) or less.

The Newborn Insert is only for infants who weigh between 5 and 11 pounds

(2.2 and 5 kg). See Newborn Insert on page 28.

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.

CHILD GUIDELINES

See Select

Rear-Facing on page 22.

REAR - FACING

NEWBORN INSERT

5 lbs. 11 lbs. 22 lbs. 40 lbs. 65 lbs.

(2.2 kg) (5 kg) (10 kg) (18 kg) (29.4 kg)

NO LATCH

FORWARD - FACING

See Select

Forward-Facing on page 24.

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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.

Choose the proper Child Restraint configuration:

REAR-FACING

requirements on page 22

FORWARD-FACING


Select a safe seating location in your car:

Refer to the “Vehicle Seating Positions” section on page 30 and 31.

SAFE USE CHECKLIST

Ensure that the Child Restraint is properly leveled when installed:

REAR-FACING


FORWARD-FACING


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 Your Child” section on page 76.

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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.

• This Child Restraint is not intended for use outside of the vehicle.

Make Sure Child Fits This Child Restraint

• Use only with children who weigh between 5 lbs (2.2 kg) and 65 lbs (29.4 kg) and whose height is 50 inches (127 cm) or less. Determine the right installation setup for your child’s age, weight and height.

• ONLY USE the Newborn Insert in REAR-FACING and only if the child weighs between 5 and 11 lbs (2.2 and 5 kg).

IMPORTANT WARNINGS

WARNING


Secure Child Properly

• Snugly adjust the harness around your child. A loose harness could cause the child 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 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 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.

• Make sure the Shoulder Pads are positioned over the child’s shoulders. NEVER use the Child Restraint without the shoulder pads.

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

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IMPORTANT WARNINGS

WARNING


Install Child Restraint Correctly

• WHEN USING THIS CHILD RESTRAINT REAR-FACING, DO NOT 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 you vehicle owners manual for information on your vehicle seat 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 in rear facing, side facing or on the back of a folded down vehicle seat.

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

OR the vehicle seat belt. If the child weighs over 40lbs (18.1kg) ONLY use the vehicle seat belt. DO NOT

Use LATCH.

• DO NOT use the lower anchors of the child restraint anchorage system (LATCH) to secure this Child

Restraint with a child weighing more than 40 lbs (18 kg).

IMPORTANT WARNINGS

WARNING


Install Child Restraint Correctly

• When using FORWARD-FACING, ALWAYS use the top Tether Strap provided with this Child Restraint.

• 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 Child Restraint unsecured in your vehicle even when it is unoccupied. It could injure other occupants in a sudden stop or crash.

Ensure Child’s Safety When Using Child Restraint

• NEVER leave your child unattended in the vehicle.

• STRANGULATION HAZARD: Your child can strangle in a loose Restraint Harness. Never leave a child in the Child Restraint with straps loose or undone.

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

Restraint, check the bubble level on the side of the child restraint.

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IMPORTANT WARNINGS

WARNING


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 8 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.

• NEVER remove harness or shoulder pads from Child Restraint.

• 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.

IMPORTANT WARNINGS


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BEST PRACTICES

• Ensure all vehicle occupants are properly restrained before traveling.

Unrestrained occupants 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 of a sharp turn, sudden stop, or crash, loose objects can be thrown around and possibly cause serious injury to vehicle occupants.

• Cover the Child Restraint when the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight. Parts of a

Child Restraint can 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.

• To avoid strangulation, Do not allow children to play with vehicle seat belts. If possible, move unused belts out of reach.

• Do not use anything to raise the Child Restraint off the vehicle seat. 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.

NEED HELP?

Need Help Securing Your Child Restraint?

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

• Contact Chicco, USA by visiting our website at www.chiccousa.com or calling our Customer Service 1-877-424-4226. Please have Model and

Serial Number available when you call. These are located on a label on the

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

• 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).

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CHILD RESTRAINT COMPONENTS

Newborn

Insert

Harness

Strap

Chest

Clip

Crotch

Strap

Harness

Release Button

Harness

Adjustment

Strap

Recline

Adjustment

Handle

Adjustment Handle

(Head Rest)

Bubble Level

Indicator

Harness

Buckle

Shoulder

Pads

Rear Facing

Lock-Off

(Each Side)

Recline Position

Indicator

Forward

Facing

Lock-Off

Tether

Strap

LATCH Connector

Storage

SuperCinch

™

LATCH Tightener

(

PULL 2nd)

CHILD RESTRAINT COMPONENTS

Tether

Storage

Instruction Manual

Storage

Forward

Facing

Lock-Off

LATCH Connector

Storage

LATCH Adjuster

(PULL 1st)

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A

LATCH AND TETHER COMPONENTS

TETHER:

Tether Strap

B Tether Strap Adjuster

C Tether Hook

D

LATCH:

LATCH Adjuster (PULL 1st)

E SuperCinch LATCH Tightener (PULL 2nd)

F

G

LATCH Strap

LATCH Connectors

PULL

1 st

Tether

LATCH

F

PULL

2 nd

E

G

A

LATCH AND TETHER COMPONENTS

B

C

G

F

D

PULL

1 st

PULL

2 nd

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LATCH AND TETHER STORAGE

Always make sure LATCH Components are properly stored in the compartments when not in use.

LATCH STORAGE:

1 Store each LATCH strap in the compartments located on either side of the Child Restraint base when not in use. Make sure LATCH Connector

Storage compartments are properly closed.

Fold SuperCinch™ LATCH Tightener (Pull 2nd) strap as shown (1a).

2 TETHER STORAGE:

Store Tether in the compartment in the back of Child Restraint when not in use. Hook on bar and pull strap tight. Make sure compartment door is properly closed.

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LATCH AND TETHER STORAGE

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1 2

3 4

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6

7

8

9

1a

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SELECT REAR FACING POSITION

WARNING! REAR-FACING 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 because they are too small, select a different child seat (such as an infant car seat). If the child is not within these requirements because the child is too large, review the FORWARD-FACING guidelines on page 24.

• Chicco and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend all children ride REAR-FACING until age 2 or they reach the weight/ limits seat.

• NEVER turn this Child Restraint FORWARD-FACING with an infant less than one year of age.

SELECT REAR FACING POSITION

REAR-FACING:

5 – 40 lbs (2.2 – 18 kg)

REAR - FACING

Use REAR-FACING with children:

• Who weigh between 5 and 40 lbs

(2.2 –18 kg).

• When Harness Straps can be positioned

at or below the child’s shoulders * .

NEWBORN INSERT

5 lbs. 11 lbs. 40 lbs.

(2.2 kg) (5 kg) (18 kg)

See Harness Height

Adjustment on page 80.

*

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SELECT FORWARD FACING POSITION

WARNING! FORWARD-FACING 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 because they are too large, select a different child seat. If the child is not within these requirements because the child is too small, review the REAR-FACING guidelines on page 22.

• Chicco and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend that children ride REAR FACING for as long as possible. For the best protection, keep the child rear-facing until the child no longer meets the requirements for REAR-FACING.

SELECT FORWARD FACING POSITION

FORWARD-FACING:

22 – 65 lbs (10 – 29.4 kg)

FORWARD - FACING

Use FORWARD-FACING with children:

• Who are at least one year old.

• Who weigh between 22 and 65 lbs

(10 –29.4 kg).

NO LATCH

22 lbs. 40 lbs. 65 lbs.

(10 kg) (18 kg) (29.4 kg)

• Who are 50” (127 cm) tall or less OR when the top of the ears are below the top of the Head Rest.

• When Harness Straps can be positioned at or above the child’s shoulders * .

See Harness Height

Adjustment on page 80.

*

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ADJUSTING CROTCH STRAP

Adjust Crotch Strap if strap is underneath child.

1 Lift up on the back padding.

2 Unsnap each side of the back padding and pull forward on the seat padding.

3 Slide the button on the Crotch Strap lock while pulling up on the Crotch

Strap to open the compartment (a,b).

4 Pull the Crotch Strap forward or backward into desired position.

5 Close the compartment by pushing down on the door until it locks back into place. Check to make sure compartment is locked by pulling up on the Crotch Strap. Re-attach the padding.

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3a 3b

ADJUSTING CROTCH STRAP

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5

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NEWBORN INSERT

WARNING - ONLY use the insert if the child’s weighs between 5 and 11 lbs (2.2 and 5 kg).

To ensure a better fit for smaller infants the Newborn Insert may be needed.

Do NOT use any other infant insert or pillows. Only use the one provided by Chicco for this Child Restraint.

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2

3

Pull Harness Buckle through slot in the bottom of Newborn Insert.

Pull both Harness Straps over the side panels of Newborn Insert.

Push Newborn Insert firmly into Child Restraint(a) to make sure it is properly positioned (b).

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3a

NEWBORN INSERT

2

3b

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VEHICLE SEATING POSITIONS 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.

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WARNING! WHEN USING THIS CHILD RESTRAINT REAR-FACING, DO

NOT 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.

Make sure no more than 3 inches of the

Child Restraint base is past the edge of the vehicle seat.

Do not use on a folded down vehicle seat back.

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VEHICLE SEAT BELTS

The information in this section only applies to installation with vehicle seat belts.

For simplest installation use LATCH - Refer to page 34 for details.

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. When the Child Restraint is rear-facing using the locked/switched mode may cause Child Restraint to tilt.

Inflatable seat belts:

Move to LATCH seating position, if available. Follow the vehicle manufacturer’s instructions for use with child restraints. Do NOT use the shoulder belt Lock-Off on this Child Restraint with inflatable belt systems.

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 2 3 4

1. Motorized (automatic) vehicle belts.

2. Door mounted vehicle belts.

3. Lap-shoulder Belts with 2 retractors,

(unless Lap Belt has a “Lock Mode”).

4. Non-Locking (ELR) Lap Belts.

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WHAT IS LATCH?

WARNING: This Child Restraint is designed to be used with lower LATCH anchors at the standard spacing (11 inches) ONLY!

Refer to vehicle owner’s manual for information about LATCH and

Child Restraint installation positions.

LATCH = L ower A nchors and T ethers for CH ildren

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 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 colored dot. Check the vehicle owner’s manual for vehicle top tether anchor locations.

They may be identified using one of the anchor symbols (fig. b or fig. c).

Vehicle

Top Tether Anchor

Points

Vehicle

Lower Anchor

Points

WHAT IS LATCH?

Vehicle

Seat Crease

(Fig. a) (Fig. b) (Fig. c)

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WHAT IS A TETHER?

Tether anchor locations vary from vehicle to vehicle. Check your vehicle owner’s manual and look for the tether anchor symbol as shown. A tether reduces movement of a forward facing child restraint in a crash and helps to achieve a tight installation.

Vehicle tether anchors can be found in many different locations. Some of the typical locations are shown here. Refer to your vehicle owner’s manual for exact locations, anchor identification, and requirements.

Rear Shelf

Back Wall

Back of Seat

Vehicle Floor

WHAT IS A TETHER?

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REAR-FACING 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.

Make sure the vehicle is on a level surface, if possible.

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LEVEL

SLO

PE

Squeeze the Recline Adjustment Handle on front of Child Restraint and pull forward to adjust to the most reclined position (Position 1) as shown (a).

Do not use Tether in REAR-FACING mode. Tether must be properly stored - See “ Tether Storage” page 20.

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REAR-FACING SETUP

2a

1 2 3 4

5

6

7

8

9

1 2 3 4

5

6

7

8

9

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40

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4

REAR-FACING SETUP

Place Child Restraint rear-facing on selected vehicle seat. Make sure it is not blocking the vehicle belt buckle.

LEVEL

Installation on a Level Surface: Locate the Bubble Level

Indicator label and position the seat to make sure the Bubble falls between the lines for REAR-FACING installation.

LEVEL

SLO

PE

Installation on a Slope: Locate the level line on the blue label near the rear-facing belt path. Position the seat so that the level line is level with the ground.

Installation Options:

• LATCH installation continued on page 42.

• Lap-Shoulder Belt installation continued on page 46.

• Lap Belt Only installation continued on page 52.

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REAR-FACING SETUP

4 LEVEL

SLO

PE

1 2

3 4

5

6

7

8

9

4

LEVEL

SLO

PE

1 2

3 4

5

6

7

8

9

1 2

3 4

5

6

7

8

9

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2

3

INSTALL USING LATCH

Locate the LATCH Connector Storage compartments. Remove LATCH straps. Make sure

SuperCinch

™ LATCH Tightener strap (Pull 2nd) and LATCH Adjuster strap (Pull 1st) are loosened to their full length.

Grab both ends of LATCH straps. Slide LATCH strap to blue

REAR-FACING opening on both sides. Note: Both LATCH Connector

Storage compartments must be open and both LATCH straps must be loosened to their full length in order to slide LATCH straps into position.

Close both LATCH Connector Storage compartments.

When not accessing the LATCH or changing the belt path ALWAYS keep LATCH Connector Storage compartments closed.

Make sure LATCH

Adjuster strap (Pull 1st) is loosened to the full length.

1

1 PULL

2

INSTALL USING LATCH

Make sure SuperCinch™

LATCH Tightener strap

(Pull 2nd) is loosened to the full length.

PULL 2

3

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4

INSTALL USING LATCH

Locate the LATCH anchor bars in your vehicle. Attach both LATCH

Connectors to the vehicle LATCH anchor bars.

5 Pull up on the end of the LATCH Adjuster strap (Pull 1st) until strap is tight.

6 Pull on the

SuperCinch

Child Restraint.

™

LATCH

Tightener strap (Pull 2nd) to secure the

CHECK YOUR WORK

 Hold Child Restraint at each side near REAR-FACING vehicle belt paths. 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 for REAR-FACING use. Make sure infant’s head does not fall forward. If necessary, loosen the Latch Strap, re-adjust recline and repeat installation steps to make sure Child Restraint is installed properly.



Check installation before every use!

INSTALL USING LATCH

4

5

PULL

1 st

PULL

2 nd

PULL

“CLICK”

“CLICK”

PULL

PULL

1 st 6

PULL

2 nd

PULL

2

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INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT

Always use the Lock-Off on the opposite side of the vehicle belt buckle.

Lift up on Lock-Off Lever to open it.

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3

4

Route vehicle lap-shoulder belt through the blue REAR-FACING seat belt path on the side of Child Restraint.

Pull vehicle belt up through the opening in Child Restraint base. Route the vehicle belt UNDER the seat padding and behind the Crotch Strap, when Crotch Strap is located in forward position.

Pull vehicle belt down through the blue REAR-FACING seat belt path on opposite side of Child Restraint. Buckle the vehicle belt.

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3


2

1 2 3

4 5

6

7

8

9

1 2

3 4

5

6

7

8

9

4

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8

7 6 5 4 3 2 1

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5


While pushing down on the Child Restraint (a) pull the vehicle shoulder belt (b) to tighten vehicle lap belt.

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Continue to pull on the vehicle shoulder belt and position the shoulder belt in the middle of the Lock-Off area between the tabs. Lock-Off will not close and lock in place if the vehicle belt is not positioned correctly.

While still pulling the shoulder belt tight, close the Lock-Off Door (a) and push down on the lever to lock the Lock-Off and belt (b).

Keep Lock-Off closed at all times.

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

5b

5a


7a

TAB

1 2

3 4

5

6

7

8

9

1 2

3 4

5

6

7

8

9

6

7b

TAB

1 2

3 4

5

6

7

8

9

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CHECK YOUR WORK

 Hold Child Restraint at each side near REAR-FACING vehicle belt paths. Pull side to side and forward. Vehicle belt should remain tight and Child Restraint should not move more than 1” (25 mm) from vehicle seat back or side-to-side.

 Make sure Child Restraint is level for REAR-FACING use. Make sure infant’s head does not fall forward. If necessary, loosen the vehicle belt, re-adjust recline and repeat installation steps to make sure Child Restraint is installed properly.

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1

INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY

Route vehicle lap belt through the blue REAR-FACING seat belt path on the side of Child Restraint.

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3

Pull vehicle belt up through the opening in Child Restraint base. Route the vehicle belt UNDER the seat padding and behind the Crotch Strap when Crotch Strap is located in forward position.

Pull vehicle belt down through the blue REAR-FACING seat belt path on opposite side of Child Restraint. Buckle the vehicle belt.

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2

1 2

3 4

5

6

7

8

9

3

9

8

7 6 5 4 3 2 1

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4 While pushing down on the Child Restraint (a) pull the loose end of the vehicle lap belt (b) to tighten belt.

CHECK YOUR WORK

 Hold Child Restraint at each side near REAR-FACING vehicle belt paths. Pull side to side and forward. Vehicle belt should remain tight and Child Restraint should not move more than 1” (25 mm) from vehicle seat back or side-to-side.

 Make sure Child Restraint is level for REAR-FACING use. Make sure infant’s head does not fall forward. If necessary, loosen the vehicle belt, re-adjust recline and repeat installation steps to make sure Child Restraint is installed properly.

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4a

4b

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2

FORWARD-FACING SETUP

IF TETHER ANCHOR IS AVAILABLE IN YOUR VEHICLE - Before placing the Child Restraint in the vehicle, remove Tether from the tether compartment.

Make sure the vehicle is on a level surface, if possible.

3

LEVEL

SLO

PE

Squeeze the Recline Adjustment Handle on front of Child Restraint and push back to adjust to the most upright position (Position 9) as shown (a).

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3


3a

1 2 3 4

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9

1 2 3 4

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6

7

8

9

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5


Place Child Restraint facing forward on selected vehicle seat. Make sure it is not blocking the vehicle belt buckle. Lay Tether Strap over the back of the vehicle seat.

LEVEL

Installation on a Level Surface: Locate the Bubble Level

Indicator label and position the seat to make sure the Bubble falls between the lines for FORWARD-FACING installation.

LEVEL

SLO

PE

Installation on a Slope: If vehicle is on a slope adjust the seat recline to position 8 or 9 ONLY.

Installation Options:

• LATCH installation continued on page 60.

• Lap-Shoulder Belt installation continued on page 66.

• Lap Belt Only installation continued on page 72.

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5

LEVEL

SLO

PE

9 8


5 LEVEL

SLO

PE

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2

3

INSTALL USING LATCH

Do not use the lower anchors of the child restraint anchorage system (LATCH) to secure this Child Restraint with a child weighing more than 40 lbs (18 kg).

Locate LATCH Connector Storage compartments. Remove LATCH straps.

Make sure

SuperCinch

™ LATCH Tightener strap (Pull 2nd) and LATCH

Adjuster strap (Pull 1st) are loosened to their full length.

Grab both ends of LATCH straps. Slide LATCH strap to red

FORWARD-FACING opening on both sides. Note: Both LATCH Connector

Storage compartments must be open and both LATCH straps must be loosened to their full length in order to slide LATCH straps into position.

Close both LATCH Connector Storage compartments.

When not accessing the LATCH or changing the belt path ALWAYS keep LATCH Connector Storage compartments closed.

Make sure SuperCinch™

LATCH Tightener strap

(Pull 2nd) is loosened to the full length.

1

2

2

PULL

INSTALL USING LATCH

Make sure LATCH

Adjuster strap (Pull 1st) is loosened to the full length.

PULL 1

3

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INSTALL USING LATCH

Locate the LATCH anchor bars in your vehicle. Attach both LATCH

Connectors to the vehicle LATCH anchor bars.

Pull up on the end of the LATCH Adjuster strap (Pull 1st) until strap is tight.

Pull on the

SuperCinch

secure Child Restraint.

™

LATCH

Tightener strap (Pull 2nd) to

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INSTALL USING LATCH

5

PULL

1 st

PULL

2 nd

PULL

1 st

PULL

2 nd

“CLICK”

PULL

1 st

“CLICK”

PULL

1 st

PULL

2 nd

2

6

PULL nd

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INSTALL USING LATCH

Locate Tether anchor in your vehicle. Attach Tether Hook.

Pull Tether Adjuster strap to tighten.

CHECK YOUR WORK

 Hold Child Restraint at each side near forward-facing vehicle belt path. 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 Bubble is between lines on label for FORWARD-FACING use. If necessary, loosen the LATCH and Tether Straps, re-adjust recline and repeat installation steps to make sure Child Restraint is installed properly.

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INSTALL USING LATCH

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4

1

2


Always use the Lock-Off on the opposite side of the vehicle belt buckle.

Lift-Up on Lock-Off Lever to open it.

Route vehicle lap-shoulder belt through the red FORWARD-FACING seat belt path on the side of Child Restraint. Lift the padding on the back of the seat and pull the vehicle belt through the opening on the side of Child Restraint.

Pass the vehicle belt along the back of the Child Restraint as shown.

Pull the vehicle belt down through the red FORWARD-FACING seat belt path on the opposite side of Child Restraint. Buckle the vehicle belt. Replace the seat back padding.

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7


While pushing down on the Child Restraint (a) pull the vehicle shoulder belt (b) to tighten vehicle lap belt.

Continue to pull on the vehicle shoulder belt and position the shoulder belt in the middle of Lock-Off area between tabs. Lock-Off will not close and lock in place if the vehicle belt is not positioned correctly.

While still pulling the shoulder belt tight, close Lock-Off Door (a) and push down on the lever to lock the Lock-Off and belt (b).

Keep Lock-Off closed at all times.

Do NOT pull on shoulder belt after the Lock-Off is closed.

This could damage the Lock-Off and/or the vehicle belt.

5b

5a


7a

TAB

6

7b

TAB

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CHECK YOUR WORK

 Hold Child Restraint at each side near FORWARD-FACING vehicle belt path. Pull side to side and forward. Vehicle belt should remain tight and Child Restraint should not move more than 1” (25 mm) from vehicle seat back or side-to-side.

 Make sure Bubble is between lines on label for FORWARD-FACING use. If necessary, loosen the vehicle belt and Tether, re-adjust recline and repeat installation steps to make sure Child Restraint is installed properly.

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3

1


Route vehicle lap belt through the red FORWARD-FACING seat belt path on the side of Child Restraint. Lift the padding on the back of the seat and pull the vehicle belt through the opening on the side of the

Child Restraint.

Pass the vehicle belt along the back of the Child Restraint as shown.

Pull the vehicle belt down through the red FORWARD-FACING seat belt path on the opposite side of Child Restraint. Buckle the vehicle belt. Replace the seat back padding.

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3

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5


While pushing down on the Child Restraint (a) pull the loose end of the vehicle lap belt (b) to tighten.



CHECK YOUR WORK

 Hold Child Restraint at each side near FORWARD-FACING vehicle belt path. Pull side to side and forward. Vehicle belt should remain tight and Child Restraint should not move more than 1” (25 mm) from vehicle seat back or side-to-side.

 Make sure Bubble is between lines on label for FORWARD-FACING use. If necessary, loosen the vehicle belt and Tether, re-adjust recline and repeat installation steps to make sure Child Restraint is installed properly.

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4b

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SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS

For a better fit in the Child Restraint with smaller infants, the Newborn Insert provided may be needed. See page 28 for more details.

If Crotch Strap is under child, the crotch strap will need to be re-positioned, refer to page 26 “Adjusting Crotch Strap”.

NEVER use Child Restraint without Shoulder Pads.

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3

Loosen Harness by pressing Harness Release Button on the front of the

Child Restraint and pulling forward on both of the Harness Straps.

Unbuckle Harness by pressing the button on Harness Buckle and pulling out both Buckle Tongues.

Open Chest Clip by pressing the button in the middle of the clip and pulling apart.

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3

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Place child in Child Restraint with child’s back flat against the back of the seat. Pull Harness Straps over the child’s shoulders and around the child’s waist. Make sure there are no twists in Harness Strap.

If the child is wearing cold weather clothing, give extra attention to adjusting the Harness

- make sure the Harness Straps lie flat on the child’s shoulders, are adjusted snugly so that the clothing is compressed and the child cannot lean forward, and the Chest Clip is at armpit level. Clothing that interferes with the proper placement or adjustment of the

Harness system should never be used.


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Adjust Harness Strap height position up or down by squeezing

Adjustment Handle on top of Head Rest. Make sure Head Rest locks into position before tightening Harness.

REAR-FACING POSITION - Position the Harness Straps at or below the child’s shoulders.

FORWARD-FACING POSITION - Position the Harness Straps at or above the child’s shoulders.

If using lowest Head Rest/Harness Position, make sure the seat back padding panel is folded under.

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REAR-FACING

AT OR BELOW

*

*

FORWARD-FACING

AT OR ABOVE

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6


Insert each Buckle Tongue into Harness Buckle; listen for a click

(a). Pull up firmly on both Buckle Tongues to make sure that they are securely latched (b).

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6b

“CLICK”

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When fastening Chest Clip make sure to select the correct mode on the Chest Clip -

Either “FORWARD-FACING” or “REAR-FACING”.

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Fasten Chest Clip by snapping both sides together; listen for a click.

Press the button on the Chest Clip and slide into correct mode.

Pull on both shoulder straps to remove all slack from lower straps.

Push Chest Clip down away from the child’s neck and towards the

Harness Buckle.

REAR-FACING FORWARD-FACING

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8

“CLICK”

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Tighten the harness by pulling slowly on Harness Adjustment Strap until the harness is snug around child (a). If you can pinch a fold in the strap, harness is too loose (b). If the harness is too loose pull the Harness

Adjuster strap more.

10 Slide Chest Clip up to center of child’s chest, level with the armpits.

9a


9b

10

WARNING - If harness is not snug around your child, child could be ejected in a sudden stop or crash resulting in serious injury or death.

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SECURING CHILD CHECKLIST

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Harness Straps must be snug. If you can pinch a fold in the strap, 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.

SECURING CHILD CHECKLIST



Check the position of Chest Clip: Chest Clip should be centered on the child’s chest, level with the armpits. When fastening Chest Clip make sure to select the correct position on the

Chest Clip - Either “FORWARD-FACING” or “REAR-FACING”.



Never secure child in Child Restraint with child dressed in bulky garments or heavy clothing.

Heavy clothing can prevent harness from being properly tightened around child.

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Never secure child in Child Restraint 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.

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To ensure a better fit for smaller infants, the Newborn Insert may be needed. Never place extra padding under or behind the child. Only use the Newborn Insert.

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Straps must lay flat, free of twists and on top of the child’s shoulders.

Check the height of the Harness Straps: Position the Harness Straps at or below the child’s shoulders for REAR-FACING and at or above the child’s shoulders for FORWARD-FACING.

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FORWARD-FACING

WARNING - If harness is not snug around your child, child could be ejected in a sudden stop or crash resulting in serious injury or death.

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INSTALLATION ON AN AIRCRAFT

When traveling by airplane with your child, Chicco recommends taking the Child Restraint 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 it will give your child a more comfortable place to sit.

• This Child Restraint is certified for use on aircraft. Contact airline about their policy.

• Use this Child Restraint only on FORWARD-FACING aircraft seats.

• Install Child Restraint on an aircraft the same way it is installed in a vehicle when using a vehicle lap belt. Reference Rear-Facing on page 38 or Forward-Facing on page 56.


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CUP HOLDER

WARNING - PLASTIC CONTAINERS ONLY - No glass or metal containers. Only use cups with less than 12 oz. capacity. Never place sharp or pointed objects in Cup Holder. In a crash these objects could hit you or your child and cause serious injuries.

1 Slide Cup Holder into either side of Child Restraint where indicated by the Cup Holder icon.

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CUP HOLDER

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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

1 REMOVING SOFT GOODS:

Unsnap headrest and pull up on the fabric to reveal two hooked elastic strings. Unhook both elastic strings and pull forward to remove.

Pull seat padding away from the Harness Release button (a). Unsnap each side of the back padding and pull forward to reveal seat bottom.

Unhook the Velcro straps from both sides of Child Restraint on the inside of seat shell (b). Pull padding and Velcro straps out from both sides of

Child Restraint (c).

Carefully pull seat padding away from Child Restraint.

NEVER use Child Restraint without the Seat Pad.

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1c


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2 REMOVING CROTCH STRAP:

Fully recline the seat (position 1). Slide the button on the Crotch Strap lock while pulling up on the Crotch Strap to open the compartment (a).

Turn metal bar slightly on underside of seat and get corner to go through slot (b). Push metal bar through slot while pulling crotch belt out (c).

NEVER use Child Restraint without the Crotch Strap installed.

3 INSTALL SOFTGOODS / CROTCH STRAP:

Reverse the removing instructions above to reinstall.

NEVER remove Harness or harness components from

Child Restraint. DO NOT USE Child Restraint if any part of the harness is damaged.

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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:

Using mild soap and water, or machine washed in cold water on delicate cycle using mild detergent. Hang to dry.

• Cleaning Plastics:

Sponge clean using warm water and mild soap. Towel dry.

• Cleaning Harness and LATCH Straps:

Harness and LATCH Straps cannot be replaced. Sponge clean using warm water and mild soap. Air dry.

• Cleaning Shoulder Pads:

Sponge clean using warm water and mild soap.

• Cleaning Buckle and LATCH Hardware:

Sponge clean, using warm water and mild soap. If debris in buckle,

remove and rinse in warm cup of water. Air dry.

Do NOT remove Harness or Adjuster straps. They cannot be replaced.

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Chicco NextFit User guide

Convertible Car Seat

User Guide

TABLE OF CONTENTS

REGISTRATION AND RECALL

REGISTRATION AND RECALL

CHILD GUIDELINES

CHILD GUIDELINES

SAFE USE CHECKLIST

Make sure your child meets the age, weight, and height requirements:

Choose the proper Child Restraint configuration:

requirements on page 22

requirements on page 24

Select a safe seating location in your car:

SAFE USE CHECKLIST

Ensure that the Child Restraint is properly leveled when installed:

requirements on page 40

requirements on page 58

Check Child Restraint for a snug fit in your car:

Secure your child:

IMPORTANT WARNINGS

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

Make Sure Child Fits This Child Restraint

IMPORTANT WARNINGS

Secure Child Properly

IMPORTANT WARNINGS

Install Child Restraint Correctly

IMPORTANT WARNINGS

Install Child Restraint Correctly

Ensure Child’s Safety When Using Child Restraint

IMPORTANT WARNINGS

Check Condition of Restraint

IMPORTANT WARNINGS

BEST PRACTICES

NEED HELP?

Newborn

Insert

Harness

Strap

Chest

Clip

Crotch

Strap

Harness

Release Button

Harness

Adjustment

Strap

Recline

Adjustment

Handle

Adjustment Handle

(Head Rest)

Bubble Level

Indicator

Harness

Buckle

Shoulder

Pads

Rear Facing

Lock-Off

(Each Side)

Recline Position

Indicator

Forward

Facing

Lock-Off

Tether

Strap

LATCH Connector

Storage

SuperCinch

LATCH Tightener

(

Tether

Storage

Instruction Manual

Storage