Moda

Convertible Car Seat

To be used only in a rearward-facing position until the infant’s shoulders either reach the lower shoulder height marker (approx. 12 months of age) or reach the middle height marker (approx. 2 to 3 years of age). Then to be used in a forward-facing position until the child’s shoulders reach the upper shoulder height marker (approx. 4 years of age).

IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS BOOKLET IN THE PLACE

PROVIDED ON THE CHILD RESTRAINT.

Styles and designs may vary.

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QUICK START INSTALLATION

rearward-facing using seatbelt

Newborn up to 30 months

HIGH

PUSH

SWING UP

PUSH

CLICK

QUICK START INSTALLATION

forward-facing using seatbelt

Toddler (12 months,

PUSH

SELECT:

‘LOW’

‘MID’

‘HIGH’

PUSH

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PUSH

QUICK START INSTALLATION

rearward-facing using ISOGO

Newborn up to

30 months

HIGH

SWING UP

CLICK!

BOTH SIDES

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FEED

THROUGH

FEED

THROUGH

tip: Always check for

GREEN

at eye level.

Attach top tether strap

PULL

PUSH

REMOVE

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QUICK START INSTALLATION

forward-facing using ISOGO

Toddler (12 months, approx) up to 4 years

PUSH

SELECT:

‘LOW’

‘MID’

‘HIGH’

CLICK!

BOTH SIDES

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Press the child restraint firmly down into the vehicle seat whilst pulling on the ISOGO straps.

This will help to achieve majority

GREEN indication.

PUSH

Ensure to pull loose end parallel to the belt strap until you get a GREEN indication.

tip: Always check for

GREEN

at eye level.

Attach top tether strap

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Table of Contents

Quick start installation ................................................................................................ 2 - 7

Contents ............................................................................................................................. 8

Introductions ....................................................................................................................... 9

Warnings ..................................................................................................................... 10 - 12

Vehicle Information

Correct rearward-facing vehicle position .................................................................. 13

Correct forward-facing vehicle position .................................................................... 14

Anchor fitting location ..................................................................................................... 15

Anchor fitting installation ........................................................................................ 16 - 18

Angle adjustment ........................................................................................................... 19

Parts list .................................................................................................................... 20 - 21

Transition period from infant to toddler use ......................................................... 22 - 23

Installation

Configuring harness straps .......................................................................................... 24

Adjust headrest height .................................................................................................. 25

Base adjust ...................................................................................................................... 25

To fasten buckle assembly ........................................................................................... 26

Adjusting top tether strap.............................................................................................. 27

Rearward-facing installation using seatbelt ............................................................ 28

Forward-facing installation using seatbelt .............................................................. 29

Rearward-facing installation using ISOGO ......................................................... 30 - 31

Forward-facing installation using ISOGO............................................................. 32 - 33

Next seat for your child ................................................................................................... 34

Care & maintenance

Cleaning instructions for buckle .................................................................................. 35

Care instructions ............................................................................................................ 36

Removing trim for cleaning .......................................................................................... 36

Removing accessories for cleaning ............................................................................ 37

Notes ................................................................................................................................. 38

Guarantee ........................................................................................................................ 39

Customer service ............................................................................................................ 40

Dear customer,

Lifetime warranty

Congratulations on

the purchase of your

brand new Maxi-Cosi car seat, we hope you and your little one

will have plenty of hours of fun together!

Our car seats are produced with the greatest care and craftmanship backed by a Lifetime Warranty (10 years on the seat & 3 years on the trim, from the date of purchase, provided that the product is used in accordance with accompanying recommendations or instructions where provided).

In the event of a car accident, your Maxi-Cosi child restraint may have unseen damage from crash forces. The

Maxi-Cosi Accident Exchange Service offers new for old Maxi-Cosi child restraint replacement in the event of a serious accident (where a police report is required), giving you

peace of mind knowing your child is correctly protected.

So there is

nothing for you to worry about, just sit back and enjoy the ride where ever it may take you.

We would love to hear from you!

Nothing makes us happier and encourages us to continue developing the very best products available than hearing how it helped you enjoy your time together, on the go.

Feel free to

share your story on our Facebook page or our website.

Enjoy your ride,

The Maxi-Cosi Team

Need assistance?

Call our Customer Service Centre: 1300 809 526

Monday to Friday (8:30am-5:00pm AEST)

www.maxi-cosi.com.au

maxicosi.australia

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WARNINGS

Read and follow all of the installation instructions for maximum protection. If you have any questions regarding the installation or use of this restraint, please contact Dorel Australia or agent, or a child restraint fitting station authorised by the relevant transport authority, or in New Zealand, to consult the agent for the vehicle.

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• To be used only in a rearward-facing position until the infant’s shoulders reach the lower shoulder height marker (approximately 12 months of age) or reach the middle height marker (approximately 2 to 3 years of age).

Then to be used in a forward-facing position until the child’s shoulders reach the upper shoulder height marker (approximately 4 years of age).

• Continue to use this child restraint until the child reaches this limit.

• Do not use forward facing until child’s shoulders are above the lower shoulder height marker.

• Infants are at risk of serious injury if they face forward too early.

• Children are at risk of serious injury if they move to booster seats too early.

• Children who have outgrown this restraint are safest in a larger child restraint with an in-built harness or a booster seat until their shoulders reach the upper shoulder height marker of the restraint.

GENERAL

• Use the restraint exactly as shown in the instructions.

• Supervision of children is needed because they may be able to undo the buckles.

• DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED IN THE CAR.

• Do not alter or modify this restraint.

• Repairs must only be done by the manufacturers or agent.

• Do not allow the restraint to come into contact with polishes, oils, bleach and other chemicals.

• Destroy the restraint if it has been in a severe crash, even if no damage is visible

• DO NOT USE THIS RESTRAINT WITHOUT THE COVER.

• To ensure infant’s back is evenly supported, do not put more than one nappy on the baby and make sure the nappy is not thickly folded at the back.

• DO NOT USE A REAR- FACING CHILD RESTRAINT WHERE AN AIRBAG

IS FITTED IN FRONT OF THE SEATING POSITION.

WARNINGS

• Fit the restraint firmly to the car seat.

• Fit the harness firmly to the child.

• A loose restraint or harness is dangerous.

• Do not harness an infant wrapped in a blanket or swaddled. Any blanket or wrap must only be placed over the harness and infant.

• Seatbelt extenders are not recommended to be used if the seatbelt is not long enough to secure the child restraint. If seatbelts are too short then advice should be sought from a child restraint fitter and their recommendation be considered before using a seatbelt extender.

• Always secure the loose end of the top tether strap. Do not use the child restraint where this strap may fall into a split in the seat back or off the side of the seat.

• Always secure the loose end of the top tether strap to prevent it hanging out of the car or being accessible by the child.

• ALWAYS ATTACH HOOK AND REMOVE SLACK.

• THIS RESTRAINT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE WHERE THE TOP TETHER

STRAP MAY FALL INTO A SPLIT IN THE SEAT BACK OR OFF THE SIDE

OF THE SEAT.

• THIS RESTRAINT MUST BE ATTACHED TO A CHILD RESTRAINT

UPPER ANCHORAGE POINT IN THE CAR. REFER TO CAR OWNER’S

HANDBOOK FOR LOCATION OF UPPER ANCHORAGE POINTS. REFER

TO A CHILD RESTRAINT FITTING STATION IF NO UPPER ANCHORAGE

POINTS ARE IN THE MOTOR CAR.

• Always check the measurements between the front of the seat back of the rear seat and all front seats in the car in which the child restraint is intended to be used, to ensure that the space is sufficient.

• Care and attention be given to ventilation and shading of the occupant.

• TO BE USED WITH A LAP-SASH/LAP-ONLY SEATBELT OR ISOFIX LOW

ANCHORAGES IN THE FRONT/BACK OF MOST CARS WITH FORWARD

FACING SEATS.

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WARNINGS

• The use of child restraints in the front seat may be restricted for children of specific ages by local legislation. Please check with your local legislation regarding any restriction for child restraint. If a car has two or more rows of seats, children under four must not travel in the front seat.

If all seats, other than the front seats, are being used by children under seven years, children aged between four and six years (inclusive) may travel in the front seat, provided they use an approved child restraint or booster seat.

• Use of aftermarket accessories (i.e. items not provided in the box with the child restraint), can reduce the safety provided by child restraint and may cause injury or death. For approved aftermarket accessories please refer to page 15.

• Please contact Dorel Australia Customer Service with any questions or concerns.

Vehicle information

Correct rearward-facing vehicle position

Some seating positions in your vehicle may NOT be safe for this safety seat. Some vehicles do not have any seating positions that can be used safely with the seat.

If you are not sure where to place the infant seat in your vehicle, consult your vehicle’s owner’s handbook.

Vehicle Seat Location Requirements

Children are safer when properly restrained in rear vehicle seating positions. Whenever possible, secure the infant seat in the centre position of the seat directly behind the front seats.

CORRECT USE

CORRECT USE

450mm

600mm

WARNINGS

IMPROPER PLACEMENT OF THE SAFETY SEAT INCREASES THE RISK OF SERIOUS

INJURY OR DEATH.

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Vehicle information

Correct forward-facing vehicle position

CORRECT USE

CORRECT USE

INCORRECT USE

Vehicle information

Location of anchor fitting

NOTE:

• The anchor point can be found in different locations in different cars. The diagram above shows possible locations of anchor points. Sometimes it is on the parcel shelf in sedans, and on the floor area in station wagons, vans and hatchbacks. Make sure that you do not confuse the luggage hook in the back of a station wagon with anchor points. Refer to your owner’s manual.

• An extension strap may be needed for vehicles without a fixed parcel shelf.

Extension straps and extra fittings are available from various stores.

Extension straps 300mm ref no. 014398

Anchor bolt kit ref no. 014354

Extension straps 600mm ref no. 014399

Locking clip ref no. 014401

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Vehicle information

Anchorage fitting installation

Child restraints must be used correctly to provide proper protection for your child. The anchorage system on child restraints must be used in the correct way.

CORRECT

Make sure there is no slack in the top strap and the attachment clip is upright in the anchorage fitting.

INCORRECT

The clip must not lie flat on the anchorage fitting.

INSTALLATION CORRECT

Make sure there is no slack in the top strap and the attachment clip is upright in the anchorage fitting.

INCORRECT

The clip must not lie flat on the anchorage fitting.

Figure 1.

Anchorages in vertical panel at rear of vehicle

Figure 2.

Floor mounted anchorages

Vehicle information

Upper anchorage fitting installation

Front of vehicle

Attachment bolt

Anchor fitting

Spacer(s)

(if required)

Vehicle trim

Vehicle metal structure

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FOR SEDANS ONLY:

200mm min.

Centre line of seating position

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Attachment bolt

Anchor fitting

Spacer(s)

(if required)

Vehicle trim

Vehicle metal structure

Reinforcing washer

Lock washer

Nut

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FOR CARS FITTED WITH A CHILD RESTRAINT

UPPER ANCHORAGE POINT

Locate the upper anchorage point behind the rear seating position (consult the car owner’s handbook for the location of the upper anchorage point).

Remove the thread plug from the parcel shelf/ floor/roof and install the attachment bolt as shown in

Figure 1.

CAUTION: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE ATTACH-

MENT BOLT. OVERTIGHTENING MAY FRACTURE

OR BREAK BOLT. MAXIMUM TORQUE IS 20 Nm.

FOR CARS NOT FITTED WITH A CHILD

RESTRAINT UPPER ANCHORAGE POINT

For sedans only

Drill a 9mm diameter hole in the parcel shelf on the centre-line of the seating position as shown in Figure 2. Install the anchor bolt as shown in

Figure 3. It is recommended that this installation be carried out by a child restraint fitting station or licenced motor mechanic.

For vehicles other than sedans

In Australia, consult your nearest child restraint fitting station or traffic authority for vehicle inspection to find the best, correct position for the placement of the upper anchorage point, and for the correct attachment bolt length and use of spacers. In New Zealand, consult the agent for the vehicle.

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Vehicle information

Upper anchorage fitting installation (cont’d)

WARNINGS

CHILD RESTRAINTS MUST NOT BE ATTACHED TO UNSOUND METAL OR TO WOOD

OR SYNTHETIC STRUCTURES. WHEN DRILLING THE 9mm HOLE DO NOT DRILL

THROUGH FUEL LINES, FUEL TANKS, ELECTRICAL WIRING, OR RADIO SPEAKERS.

WEBBING STRAPS MUST BE PROTECTED FROM SHARP CORNERS AND EDGES.

THE ANCHOR FITTING MUST BE USED ONLY AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. IT MUST NOT

BE HOOKED ONTO ANY OTHER OBJECT.

Check Before Installation

Angle adjustment

40˚

Position seat ensuring that the angle is no greater than 40˚ from horizontal plane.

Angular adjustment is achieved by adjusting the base. Refer to page 25 for base adjustment.

Front of vehicle

WARNINGS

•

DO NOT install convertible child restraints excessively reclined, ensure the angle is no greater than 40°.

•

DO NOT adjust harness or tether strap hardware such that it sits too close to the occupant.

•

Ensure that correct seatbelt path is used and that the restraint is installed in the

correct direction for rearward facing application. Refer to page 28.

•

DO NOT wrap baby in a blanket or swaddled as infant can be ejected and killed in an accident.

•

Ensure the harness fits the baby firmly.

•

Ensure that any blanket or other covering may only be placed over the harness after the harness is adjusted firmly.

•

The infant’s legs are not be bound or wrapped together and the arms are not bound or wrapped together.

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Parts list

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1 Air protect cell (x2)

2 Height markers (x3)

3 Stabilising arm

4 Harness release lever

(under flap)

5 Base adjustment button

(three positions)

6 Harness tightening strap

7 Infant insert

8 Buckle

9 GCELL (x2 if fitted)

10 Belt mates (x2)

11 Base

Parts list

12 Headrest adjusters

13 Splitter plate

14 Top tether strap

15 Hook

16 Anchor kit

17 Storage pocket

(instruction manual & excess tether strap webbing)

18 Adjustable headrest

19 Top tether strap adjuster

20 Tension indicator (x2)

21 Lower connectors (x2)

(in mesh pocket)

22 Rearward facing belt path

23 Forward facing belt path

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1. LO

W

2. M

ID

3. H

IGH

REARWARD-FACING

BELT PATH

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FORW

ARD-FACING BELT BATH ONLY

FORWARD-FACING

BELT PATH

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2010-2013

4.5 FONT SIZE

SHOULDERS MUST BE

BELOW THIS LINE

1

2

ABOVE THIS LINE

1.

2.

3.5 FONT SIZE

SHOULDERS BELOW THIS LINE 3

2.8 FONT SIZE

3.1 FONT SIZE

4.5 FONT SIZE

3.0 FONT SIZE

3.5 FONT SIZE

2.8 FONT SIZE

3.1 FONT SIZE

SHOULDERS BELOW THIS LINE WHEN

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HEADREST AT HIGHEST POSITION

1.

Upper height marker

SHOULDERS ABOVE THIS LINE WHEN

SHOULDERS BELOW THIS LINE WHEN

• For toddler use up to approx 4 shoulders reach the shoulder height marker at which point you must move to the next car seat.

SHOULDERS MUST BE

BELOW THIS LINE

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2.

Middle height marker

Rearward-Facing

• For toddler use up to approx 30

3.

Lower height marker

MUST BE REAR FACING WHEN

SHOULDERS BELOW THIS LINE

shoulders reach the shoulder height marker at which point you must turn the seat forward-facing

Rearward-Facing

• Newborn up to approx 12 months or till the child’s shoulders reach the height marker at which point

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you can continue to use rearwardfacing till the middle height marker or turn the car seat forward-facing.

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SHOULDERS BELOW THIS LINE WHEN

HEADREST AT HIGHEST POSITION

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SHOULDERS ABOVE THIS LINE WHEN

HEADREST AT LOWEST POSITION

NO BOOSTER USE IF SHOULDERS

BELOW THIS LINE

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3.0 FONT SIZE

MUST BE FORWARD FACING WHEN

SHOULDERS ABOVE THIS LINE

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Transition period from infant to toddler use

(cont’d)

WARNINGS

• Continue to use this child restraint until the child reaches this limit.

• Do not use forward facing until child’s shoulders are above the lower shoulder height marker.

• Infants are at risk of serious injury if they face forward too early.

• Children are at risk of serious injury if they move to booster seats too early.

• Children who have outgrown this restraint are safest in a larger child restraint with an in-built harness or a booster seat until their shoulders reach the upper shoulder height marker of the restraint.

• The child restraint is unsuitable for the occupant when the shoulders are below the lower marker or above the upper marker. The child needs to be moved into the next form of child restraint (booster seat) when they reach the top shoulder height marker.

NOTE :

•

If the baby’s neck muscles are unable to support their head, then the child should remain rear facing.

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Installation

Preparing infant seat to fit your child

You MUST make these adjustments with your child before you install the child restraint in the vehicle. Please adjust harness according to the infant’s shoulder height prior to installation.

PULL

Configuring the harness straps for correct child fitment

1.

Lift the harness release lever at the front of seat.

2.

Pull the shoulder strap to loosen

3.

Press red button to release buckle assembly for ease of child fitment. Pull harness straps over sides of infant seat. Place child in seat.

LIFT

IMPORTANT: ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE HARNESS ADJUSTER IS FREE FROM ANY

OBSTRUCTIONS TO AVOID HARNESS STRAPS LOOSENING.

Shoulder stra p

REARWARD-FACING

(Newborn to approximately 30 months)

The shoulder straps must be in the slots which are nearest to the child’s shoulders, but not lower than the child’s shoulders.

Strap cannot be more than

25mm below

FORWARD-FACING

(12 months to 4 years)

The shoulder straps must be in the slots which are nearest to the child’s shoulders, but not more than 25 mm below the child’s shoulders.

Installation

Preparing infant seat to fit your child (cont’d)

Adjust headrest height

LIFT

1.

Rotate harness height adjustment levers inward to release. Move headrest to the proper height and let go to lock into place.

2.

Fasten buckle assembly (See Page 26). Pull the adjuster belt at the front of the seat until the harness belt lies firmly against the child.

Using harness holder

1.

Loosen the harness.

2.

Place the harness between harness hook and trim cover.

To adjust the base

PUSH

1.

Push RED button in to activate base recline adjustment.

2.

Select the desired recline position ‘Low’, ‘Mid’, or ‘High’.

WARNINGS

•

Always adjust the height of the shoulder straps as the child grows.

•

Failure to fasten and tighten the harness system correctly can result in serious injury or death.

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Installation

Preparing infant seat to fit your child

To fasten buckle assembly

Release: Press the red button to release the buckle.

1.

Insert one buckle tongue as shown above

(you will not hear a click).

CLICK!

2.

Insert the second buckle tongue as illustrated above.

Now listen for a ‘CLICK’.

3.

Remember to always pull up on the harness straps to make sure buckle is locked tightly.

WARNING

DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED IN THE CAR

Installation

Preparing infant seat to fit your car

TO LOOSEN

PULL

PUSH

BUTTON

TO TIGHTEN

PUSH

BUTTON

PULL

Adjusting top tether strap

TO LOOSEN:

Press on the adjuster button with thumb and pull strap back through to loosen top tether strap using strap which is attached to the seat.

TO TIGHTEN:

Adjust top tether strap and remove slack. Pull loose end of strap to tighten.

NOTE:

Store the excess webbing in the pocket provide at the back of the child restraint.

WARNINGS

CAUTION: CHILDREN CAN BE INJURED OR RESTRAINTS AND TOP TETHER

STRAP DAMAGED BY UNSECURED CARGO IN A COLLISION. SECURE OR REMOVE

HAZARDOUS CARGO BEFORE USING THIS CHILD RESTRAINT.

Always secure the loose end of the top tether strap to prevent it hanging out of the car or being accessible by the child.

When not in use, fold hanging tether strap and place in storage pocket provided.

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Installation

Rearward-facing installation using seatbelt

1. Start by loosening full length of the top tether

2. Set base in position 3 (High).

3. Swing stabilising arm into position.

PUSH

4. Place restraint facing rearwards on back seat of vehicle in line with a top tether strap anchorage point.

5. Thread the vehicle seat belt through the

BLUE

belt path at the bottom of the restraint and fasten buckle.

SWING UP

6. Press the child restraint firmly down into the vehicle seat and remove belt slack.

7. Attach the top tether strap to the anchorage point. Adjust until all the slack is removed. Ensure Base of seat is not lifted.

PUSH

HIGH

CLICK

NOTE: There is an option to install seat using seat belt with accessory locking clip. Please see instructions provided with locking clip for installation.

WARNING

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DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED IN THE CAR

Installation

Forward-facing installation using seatbelt

NOTE: Before you start installation, adjust the shoulder straps and headrest to fit your child. Refer to

page 24/25.

1. Adjust the child restraint to the forward facing position and select desired seat angle by adjusting the base to (‘LOW’, ‘MID’ or ‘HIGH’).

PUSH

2. Place restraint on back seat of vehicle in line with a top tether strap anchorage point.

3. Thread the vehicle seat belt through the back of the seat though the

YELLOW

forward-facing belt path.

4. Place one hand on seat and firmly press the child restraint down into the vehicle seat and pull on seatbelt to remove slack.

PUSH

5. Attach the top tether strap to the anchorage point. Adjust until all the slack is removed. Ensure Base of seat is not lifted.

NOTE: If the car seatbelt is not long enough to secure the child restraint,

DO NOT USE SEAT BELT

EXTENDERS.

SELECT:

‘LOW’

‘MID’

‘HIGH’

CLICK

NOTE: There is an option to install seat using seat belt with accessory locking clip.

Please see instructions provided with locking clip for installation.

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Installation

rearward-facing using ISOGO

Newborn up to 30 months

I. Set seat angle to ‘HIGH’

• Push the red button, located on the front of the base inwards and set seat angle to ‘HIGH’.

• Swing stabilising bar up into position.

HIGH

2. Attaching ISOGO lower connectors

• Release belt to full length by pressing grey button and pulling adjuster. Repeat for both sides.

• Locate low anchorage points. You can find this by looking for the ISOFIX logo located on the vehicle seat.

• Attach the lower connector on both sides. Listen for a

“ click!”

SWING UP

PUSH

& PULL

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tip: You can move the car seat out of the way to locate and attach the connectors, then place back into position before tightening.

CLICK!

BOTH SIDES

Installation

3. Tighten the connector straps

• Start with the strap on the inside closest to the centre and remove as much slack out as possible.

• Feed the free end of ISOGO strap through the side trim opening.

• Firmly push child restraint down into the vehicle seat whilst pulling on the ISOGO straps.

• Alternate removing the slack from side to side until you get a firm fitment and achieve a

GREEN

indication.

• Ensure to pull the free end of the ISOGO strap out after tightening complete.

FEED

THROUGH

PULL

STRAP

PUSH

REMOVE

tip: Always check for

GREEN

at eye level.

4. Attach top tether strap

• Attach the top tether strap to the top anchorage point in the vehicle.

• Ensure there are no twists in the belt, and adjust until all slack is removed from top tether.

IMPORTANT

Do not attach the lower attachment connectors of two separate child restraints to the same ISOFIX low anchorages in your car.

Always attach the top tether strap to the child restraint upper anchorage in your car.

Refer to your owner’s manual.

Child restraint lower attachment connectors and the ISOFIX low anchorages in your car are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by a correctly fitted child restraint.

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Installation

forward-facing using ISOGO

Toddler (12 months, approx) up to 4 years

I. Select the desired seat angle

• Push the red button, located on the front of the base, inwards to select the desired seat angle: ‘LOW’, ‘MID’ or ‘HIGH’.

• Place the car seat in the vehicle, facing forward.

PUSH

SELECT:

‘LOW’

‘MID’

‘HIGH’

2. Attaching ISOGO lower connectors

• Release belt to full length by pressing grey button and pulling adjuster. Repeat for both sides.

PUSH

• Locate low anchorage points. You can find this by looking for the ISOFIX logo located on the vehicle seat.

• Attach the lower connector on both sides. Listen for a

“

click!”

& PULL

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tip: You can move the car seat out of the way to locate and attach the connectors, then place back into position before tightening.

CLICK!

BOTH SIDES

Installation

3. Tighten the connector straps

• Start with the strap on the inside closest to the centre and remove as much slack out as possible, then move to the outside strap and remove as much slack as possible.

• Firmly push child restraint down into the vehicle seat whilst pulling on the ISOGO straps.

• Alternate removing the slack from side to side until you get a firm fitment and achieve a

GREEN

indication.

PUSH

DOWN

PULL

tip: Always check for

GREEN

at eye level.

4. Attach top tether strap

• Attach the top tether strap to the top anchorage point in the vehicle.

• Ensure there are no twists in the belt, and adjust until all slack is removed from top tether.

IMPORTANT

Do not attach the lower attachment connectors of two separate child restraints to the same ISOFIX low anchorages in your car.

Always attach the top tether strap to the child restraint upper anchorage in your car.

Refer to your owner’s manual.

Child restraint lower attachment connectors and the ISOFIX low anchorages in your car are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by a correctly fitted child restraint.

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The next seat for your child

option 1: Harnessed forward-facing car seat

To be used only in a forward-facing position by a child whose shoulders are above the lower shoulder height marker

(approximately 6 months of age) until the child’s shoulders reach the upper shoulder height marker (approximately 8 years of age).

option 2: Booster seat

To be used with a lap-sash seatbelt by a child whose shoulders are above the lower shoulder height marker (approximately 4 years of age) until the child’s shoulders reach the upper shoulder height marker (approximately 6 to 8 years of age). Can also be used with child harness that is approved for use with this booster seat.

option 3: Larger booster seat

To be used with a lap-sash seatbelt by a child whose shoulders are above the lower shoulder height marker (approximately 4 years of age) until the child’s shoulders reach the upper shoulder height marker (approximately 8 to 10 years of age). Can also be used with child harness that is approved for use with this booster seat.* for more information, visit

www.maxi-cosi.com.au

Care and maintenance

Cleaning instructions for buckle

push metal ro d

into slot

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions at all times. Before removal, ensure you have carefully noted the way which the various parts are attached to the seat so as to facilitate reassembly.

Your child car seat is equipped with a buckle designed to give your child maximum protection during proper use. When working properly, your buckle should always fasten with an audible ‘CLICK’.

If sticky liquids (such as baby food, fruit juice, etc.) get into the buckle it may become sluggish and you will not hear a ‘CLICK’.

The buckle should be cleaned by following the steps below.

1. Fold seat cover and foam back from buckle, using a flat edged screwdriver gently lift one end of rod out releasing crotch buckle. Repeat for other side.

2. As illustrated place the buckle unit under running water (40 degrees Celsius). Let the water flow through the mouth of the buckle for one minute

3. Simultaneously latch and unlatch the tongues into the buckle several times until a strong audible click is heard.

4. If you still cannot hear a strong audible click after latching the buckle several times. Repeat steps 2 and 3.

5. DO NOT oil any part of the buckle.

6. Allow buckle to dry.

7. Refit crotch buckle ensuring RED button is facing out.

8. Thread the webbings as shown with arrows.

9. Put the 2 metal rods back into the webbing loops and push into the slots.

10. Pull the buckle to make sure that it is fitted properly.

11. If the buckle does not return to original working order, contact Dorel Australia Customer

Service on 1300 809 526

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Care and maintenance

Care instructions

• Seat trim may be removed for cleaning. Don’t forget to remove the instruction manual.

• Tumble dry 10-15 minutes on low heat.

• Do not dry clean.

• All other surfaces should be cleaned with a mild soap and water.

• Never clean with bleach or spirit-type cleaners.

• Do not use the restraint without the cover.

• Check the webbing for fraying.

Remove trim for cleaning

PRESS

STUDS

TO REMOVE HEADREST TRIM

1. Move headrest to highest position.

2. Detach the 2 press studs on the back of the headrest.

3. Peel the trim off the headrest.

4. Remove Air Protect cells from headrest cover (x2).

Important: Do not wash air protect cells. Ensure air protect cells (x2) are removed from the headrest cover before washing.

TO REPLACE HEADREST TRIM

1. Move headrest to highest position.

2. Replace Air Protect in headrest cover.

3. Put the headrest trim on.

4. Attach the 2 press studs at the rear of headrest.

J-CLAMPS

TO REMOVE SEAT TRIMS

1. Loosen harness straps to allow some slack.

2. Release J-clamps on the back to gain access to the shoulder

straps, and undo from the splitter plate on the back of seat.

3. Pull straps through the front of the seat cover.

4. Remove the seat trim from the seat.

TO REPLACE SEAT TRIM

1. Put the seat trim back on to the seat.

2. Feed the shoulder straps through the cover and attach

to splitter plate.

3. Attach the plastic J-clamps at the back.

NOTE: ENSURE HARNESS IS NOT TWISTED

Care and maintenance

Remove accessories for cleaning

(Style and design may vary)

To remove insert

To remove the insert, undo the buckle and pull the insert out.

To replace insert

Feed the crotch part of the buckle through the opening slot in the insert and fasten buckle assembly.

To remove belt mates

To remove the belt mates, simply undo press studs and unwrap from harness straps.

To replace belt mates

Fit belt mates to harness straps by wrapping around straps and closing press studs.

WARNINGS

VERY IMPORTANT:

Only replace the cover with a manufacturer’s supplied replacement cover with identical shoulder height markers or a replacement cover meeting AS/NZS 8005.

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Notes

Guarantee

Dorel Australia Pty Ltd warrants your new product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for 10 years on the seat & 3 years on the trim, from the date of purchase, provided that the product is used in accordance with accompanying recommendations or instructions where provided. The benefit of this warranty is in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law and to other rights and remedies of the consumer under a law in relation to the goods or services to which the warranty relates.

Dorel Australia Pty Ltd will provide you with your choice of a refund, repair, or exchange (where possible) for this product if it becomes defective within the warranty period. Dorel Australia Pty Ltd will bear the reasonable expense of claiming the warranty. This warranty will no longer apply where the defect is a result of alteration, accident, misuse, abuse, or neglect.

Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase and contact our Customer Service team on Ph: 1300 809 526 or alternatively, via our website at www.dorel.com.au for any difficulties with your product. Warranty claims and claims for expense incurred in returning this product can be addressed to our Consumer Service team at 655-685 Somerville Road, Sunshine West, VIC, 3020. Hours: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.

For New Zealand please contact Customer Service Centre,

14 Sir William

Avenue, East Tamaki, Auckland, 2013. Auckland: (09) 2741040 NZ wide: 0800

628 000 (Toll Free). Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian

Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL

IN THE POCKET PROVIDED ON THE HEADREST.

Standard

AS/NZS 1754 Lic 1491

SAI Globa l

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