Dorel Juvenile Group Sport Instructions Manual

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A. Before You Begin

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pages 3-8

A-1 Thank You...

A-2 DJG Consumer Relations Contact Information

A-3 Registration and Safety Notices

A-4 Understanding Your Restraint System

B. Safety Information

. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pages 9-11

B-1 Vehicle Seating Position

B-2 Installation in Vehicle

B-3 Restraint System Use

B-4 Transport Canada Regulations

C. Basic Use

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pages 12-32

C-1 Choose Position for Your Child

C-2 Preparing Restraint System to Fit Your Child

C-3 Securing Child in Restraint System

C-4 Removing Child From Restraint System

C-5 Accessories for Select Models

C-6 Reclining Restraint System

C-7 Removing Harness System

C-8 Removing Seat Pad for Cleaning

C-9 Installing Harness System

D. General Vehicle Installation

. . .Pages 33-41

D-1 Understanding Your Vehicle

D-2 Vehicle Seating Position

D-3 Choosing UAS or Vehicle Belts

D-4 Knowing Your Vehicle Belts

D-5 Using Locking Clip

©2010 Dorel Juvenile Group, Inc. All rights reserved

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E. Aircraft Installation

. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pages 42-47

E-1 Install Rear-Facing With Aircraft Belts

E-2 Install Forward-Facing With Aircraft Belts

F. Installing Rear-Facing

. . . . . . . . . . . .Pages 48-56

F-1 Preparing to Install Rear-Facing

F-2 Preparing UAS for Rear-Facing Use

F-3 Install Rear-Facing with UAS

F-4 Install Rear-Facing with Vehicle Belts

G. Installing Forward-Facing

. . . . . . . Pages 57-65

G-1 Preparing to Install Forward-Facing

G-2 Adjusting the Tether Strap

G-3 Preparing UAS for Forward-Facing Use

G-4 Install Forward-Facing With UAS

G-5 Install Forward-Facing with Vehicle Belts

Important Information

. . . . . . . . . . . .Pages 66-70

Warranty

Replacement Parts Order Form

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A-1

Thank You...

Thank you for choosing this car seat, referred to throughout this manual as an infant restraint and child restraint. Dorel

Juvenile Group, (DJG) is committed to creating convenient, comfortable, and dependable products for children.

No one can predict if use of a restraint system will prevent injury or death in a particular crash. However, combined with careful driving, proper use of a restraint system can lower a child’s risk of injury or death in most crashes.

Your child’s safety is worth the time it will take to read, understand and follow the instructions and warnings.

After reading if you still have questions or concerns with the restraint system please contact our Consumer Relations

Department.

On the back of the shell there is an expiry date for use of this restraint system. Do not use this seat after the expiry date

A-3

Registration and Safety Notices

Although restraint systems are tested, evaluated and certified by the manufacturer and tested by Transport

Canada, it is possible that a safety-related problem may be found. If there is ever a safety issue with your restraint system, we use registration information to reach owners.

Model

Number

Manufacture

Date

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Dorel Juvenile Group Consumer

Relations Contact Information

Dorel Juvenile Group, Inc.

Website: www.djgusa.com

Fax:

Mailing Address:

1-800-207-8182

Dorel Juvenile Group, Inc.

Telephone:

P.O. Box 2609

Columbus, IN 47202-2609

1-800-544-1108

7 A.M. to 6 P.M. EST M-TH

7 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. EST FRI

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If you don’t have the card or if your address changes, you will find the model number and manufactured date on the label located on side of shell.

There are three additional ways to register your information:

Online:

www.djgusa.com/registration/carseat/can

Telephone:

1-800-544-1108

Mail:

Send your name, address and your restraint system’s model number and manufactured date to:

Dorel Distribution Canada

873 Hodge, St-Laurent, QC H4N 2B1

Attn: Consumer Relations

Please do not send in your registration card if you have registered your restraint system online.

For information on safety-related problems, you can also call

Transport Canada’s Road Safety Dept. at: 1-800-333-0371.

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A-4

Understanding Your Restraint System

Front View

Harness System Detail

A.

F.

C.

E.

A.

Infant Insert

(on select models, styles may vary.

See section C-5)

B.

Cup Holder

(on select models)

C.

Body Pillow

(on select models, styles may vary)

See section C-5)

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D.

Harness Adjustment

Lever

(under flap)

E.

Harness

Adjustment Strap

B.

D.

J.

L.

G.

H.

F.

Upper Harness Slots

G.

Chest Clip

H.

Harness Straps

I.

Buckle Tongue

J Buckle

K.

Lower Harness Slots

L.

Buckle/Crotch Strap

M.

Buckle/Crotch Strap

Slots

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continued on next page.

I.

K.

M.


Back View

Side View

G.

N.

A.

E.

D.

A.

Tether Strap with Adjuster and Hook

B.

Locking Clip

(behind harness)

C.

Splitter Plate

D.

Instruction Manual

Storage

(in recline stand)

E.

Tether Attachment for

Storage

F.

Recline Stand

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E.

Tether Adjuster

Tether Hook

B.

C.

F.

J.

Line

to be Lev

Rear

-Fac el To

Ground ing Only

G. UAS* Attachment for Storage

H.

Forward-Facing

Belt Path

I.

Rear-Facing Belt

Path

J. Rear Facing Level To

Ground Line

(on side of shell)

K.

UAS* Belt Adjuster

(under pad)

L.

UAS* Hook

(under pad)

*Universal Anchorage System (UAS)

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M.

UAS* Belt

N.

Shell

L.

G.

K.

H.

I.

M.


Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions and warnings in this instruction manual and the warnings on the system could result in serious injury or death to the child.

B-1

Vehicle Seating Position

Never install an infant restraint system in the front seat of a vehicle equipped with an active passenger side frontal airbag.

Always check vehicle owner’s manual for restraint system use with side air bags.

For vehicles with no rear seats, check the vehicle owner’s manual for location and installation of a restraint system.

B-2

Installation in Vehicle

Check the vehicle belt or UAS belt before each use. Use only if the belt is tightened properly and securely.

When unoccupied the infant restraint system must be secured to the vehicle with a lower universal anchorage system if available or with a vehicle seat belt. The tether strap must be stored as described in the instruction manual.

When unoccupied, the child restraint system must be secured to the vehicle with a lower universal anchorage system if available or with a vehicle seat belt and the tether strap.

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In a crash or sudden stop, an unsecured restraint system could injure the driver or other occupants in the vehicle.

Always check vehicle owner’s manual for proper use of vehicle seat belts and the universal anchorage system (UAS) with your restraint system.

In very few vehicles, the restraint system cannot be properly installed because of the type of seat belt system, air bag system and/or lack of location to anchor the tether strap. Always read and follow the vehicle owner’s manual instructions for restraint system use.

B-3

Restraint System Use

Do not use a restraint system that has been in a crash or a collision. The system must be replaced.

Do not use a restraint system if you do not know the history of the restraint.

Never take your child out of the restraint system or attend to the child’s needs while the vehicle is moving.

Never leave child unattended in the restraint system.

To avoid the child being seriously burned, always check for hot seat and buckles before using this restraint system.

Do not use a restraint system with missing or damaged parts

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Do not lubricate the buckles, harness system or fasteners for any reason.

DJG does not recommend the use of accessories or add-ons that have not been certified with this restraint system at original purchase date.

Never allow any child to play with this restraint system. It is not a toy.

Do not remove the warning labels.

This restraint system has been certified for use in passenger vehicles only. Do not use in a boat, on a motorcycle or in a cargo van or bus where there are no seat belts or tether anchors.

Do not modify for use as a crib or a swing. Do not leave on stove top or any other hot surface.

Read all instructions and warning labels for additional warnings.

B-4

Transport Canada Regulations

Transport Canada Road Safety Directorate regulates children’s restraint systems under the Motor Vehicle Restraint Systems

Safety Regulations (RSSR). The regulations require the manufacturer and/or importer to certify the restraint system to the applicable safety standards and place specified warnings and information on the labels fastened to each restraint system and in this instruction manual.

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C-1

Choose Position for Your Child

Your child’s height, weight and age determine how your restraint system should be placed in the vehicle and which restraint should be used.

2.3-18 kg (5-39.6 lbs)

48-81 cm (19-32 in.)

Rear-Facing using

5-point harness

Infant and infant restraint are placed in the back seat and face the rear of the vehicle.

NOTE:

Infants one year old or less

must

be rear-facing.

10-18 kg (22-39.6 lbs)

74-102 cm (29-40 in.)

Over 1 Year Old

Forward-Facing using

5-point harness

Child and child restraint are placed in the back seat and face the front of the vehicle.

NOTE:

Children

must

be 1 year old or older for forward-facing position.

Verify your child’s weight and height (do not guess) before choosing the restraint system’s position.

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C-2

Preparing Restraint System to Fit

Your Child

You

MUST

make these adjustments with your child before you install the restraint system in the vehicle.

1.

Loosen Harness Straps

Push in on the harness adjustment lever under the flap. Pull out on harness straps just above buckle tongues.

2.

Release Chest Clip

Press on chest clip release button and pull apart.

5.

Check Buckle

Position

1

2

3

Determine which of the three buckle/crotch strap slots that is both comfortable and snug to use.

Note:

Thread buckle/crotch strap through the slot closest to child.

You MUST use the 1st or 2nd buckle/crotch strap slots when rear-facing. Any slot can be used for forward-facing.

To Change Buckle

Position

a.

Turn the restraint system over and locate the buckle/crotch strap’s metal retainer.

b.

Rotate buckle/crotch strap’s metal retainer, then insert retainer up through the shell and pad.

3.

Unbuckle Harness Straps

Press down on the red buckle release button to release the buckle tongues.

Place harness straps over sides of restraint system.

4.

Place Child in Restraint

System

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Place the child’s bottom and back flat against the restraint system. This will increase comfort and allow the harness straps to be properly tightened.

c.

From the front, pull buckle/crotch strap free from shell and pad.

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d.

Choose one of the three buckle/crotch strap slots that is closest to child. From the front of restraint system, push buckle’s metal retainer through pad and shell.

Make sure that buckle is

facing out.

e.

From the bottom, pull buckle/crotch strap’s metal retainer

completely through pad and shell

.

f.

Pull up on buckle/crotch strap to make sure buckle/crotch strap’s metal retainer is completely inserted through the pad and shell.

The buckle must not pull out.

6.

Check Harness Height

With child in the restraint system, check the location of the upper harness slots.

Follow the guidelines below to determine the correct harness height.

Rear-Facing Position

Upper harness slots must be

even with or just below

the shoulders.

If the lowest upper harness slots are above the infant’s shoulders,

do not

use this infant restraint. Infants have a tendency to want to slouch. Make sure the infant’s bottom and back are flat against the infant restraint. If harness height is still incorrect, call Consumer Relations for more detailed help.

Failure to place buckle’s metal retainer completely through pad and shell can result in serious injury or death.

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Forward-Facing

Position

Upper harness slots must be

even with or just above

the shoulders.

If the highest upper harness slots are below the child’s shoulders,

do not

use this child restraint.



7.

To Change Harness

Strap Location

a.

With harness system loosened, from the back, unhook harness strap loops from the splitter plate.

From the front of restraint system, pull harness straps out of the upper harness slots.

b.

Rethread harness straps into new upper harness slot location.

NOTE: DO NOT twist the harness straps.

c.

From the back of the restraint system, hook the harness straps loops onto the splitter plate.

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NOTE: DO NOT twist harness adjustment strap.

Make sure the harness straps are COMPLETELY

ON the splitter plate.

Do not use this infant restraint rearfacing if the top of your infant’s head is above the top of the infant restraint.

Do not use this child restraint forward-facing if the midpoint of your child’s ears are above the top of the child restraint.

Make sure the harness height is correct for your child’s size. Verify frequently.

Failure to reinstall harness straps correctly could result in serious injury or death.

Incorrect use of the harness system is the most common mistake people make. It is very important to read, understand and follow all instructions and warnings.

Failure to follow these steps can result in serious injury or death.

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C-3

Securing Child in Restraint System

1.

Position Harness

Straps Over the

Child’s Shoulders.

Place the child’s bottom and back flat against the restraint system. This will increase comfort and allow the harness straps to be properly tightened.

2.

Buckle Harness Straps

Push each buckle tongue into buckle until you hear a

“click”. Remember to always pull up on harness straps to make sure buckle is locked.

4.

Tighten Harness

Straps

Pull on harness adjustment strap to tighten harness straps snugly.

NOTE:

A snug harness is not loose and lies flat against the child without sagging. It does not press on the child’s flesh or push the child’s body into an unnatural position.

5.

Check Harness

Tightness

Try to pinch the harness straps at the shoulders. If you can pinch the harness strap, tighten more. If your fingers slip off, the harness is tight enough.

6.

Position Chest Clip

Slide chest clip up or down so that it is at midchest (even with armpits) and away from the child’s neck.

3.

Close Chest Clip

Insert right half of chest clip into left half and snap together.

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Failure to fasten and tighten the harness system correctly may allow the child to be ejected from the restraint system in a crash or sudden stop causing serious injury or death.

Do not mistake comfort for safety. Harness system must be snugly adjusted.

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C-4

Removing Child From Restraint System

1.

Loosen Harness Straps

Push in on the harness adjustment lever under the flap. Pull out on harness straps just above buckle tongues.

2.

Release Chest Clip

Push in the release button and pull apart.

3.

Unbuckle Harness

Press down on the red buckle release button to release the buckle tongues.

Place harness straps over sides of restraint system and remove the child.

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C-5

Accessories for Select Models

Install Cup Holder

(on select models)

Cup holder can be on either side.Pull pad off corner. Hook top of cup holder to edge of plastic shell. Snap bottom of cup holder under edge of shell. Replace pad.

Harness Covers


The harness covers help to provide comfort to the infant’s neck. For harness covers to fit correctly you may have to push the ends of the covers through the upper harness slots. To remove the harness covers you will have to; unhook the harness straps from splitter plate, pull harness straps out of the upper harness slots and remove harness covers.

Rethread harness straps and re-hook the harness strap loops to the splitter plate (review step 7 in section C-2).

Head Pillow


The pillow provides extra comfort for your toddler. To remove pillow, unhook the harness straps from splitter plate, pull harness straps out of the upper slots and remove pillow. Rethread harness straps and re-hook the harness straps loops to the splitter plate (review step 7 in section C-2).

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Infant Insert and Head/Hip Roll


NOTE:

Depending on your model, follow the information concerning the infant insert that matches your model.

The infant insert is designed to support the infant’s head and neck. Make sure that the insert does not cover the infant’s face in any way. Remove the insert when the infant’s head has reached the top inside part of the infant insert.

To remove this infant insert, undo the fastening strips at the back of the head roll. To replace, fit infant insert around harness straps and refasten strips.

NOTE:

Depending on your model, follow the information concerning the body pillow that matches your model.

Body Pillow


To remove this body pillow, slide out from behind the the harness straps.

To remove this head/hip roll, undo the fastening strips at the back of the head roll, between the harness slots and buckle. To replace, fit head roll around harness straps and refasten strips.

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Remove the head/hip roll when NOT using the lowest harness slot position. Death or serious injury can occur.

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Body Pillow


To remove this body pillow, unhook the harness straps from splitter plate and pull harness straps out of the upper harness slots.

Unthread harness straps from the chest clips and buckle tongues. Remove body pillow. Rethread harness straps and rehook the harness strap loops to the splitter plate

(review sections C-7 and

C-9).


C-6

Reclining Restraint System

1

2

This restraint system has 2 recline positions:

Rear-facing -

Recline stand

MUST

be folded under infant restraint

(2)

.

Forward-Facing -

Recline stand

MUST

be in the upright position

(1)

.

To Recline

For reclined position, pull down to unlock recline stand and fold under seat.

For upright position, pull recline stand out from under seat and push up to lock in place.

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C-7

Removing Harness System

1.

Unhook Harness Straps from Splitter Plate

Fully loosen harness straps.

Starting in the back of the restraint system, unhook harness strap loops from splitter plate.

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2

4

1

2.

Remove Harness

Straps

From the front, pull harness straps through the upper harness slots and harness covers

(1)

.

Unthread harness straps from the chest clip

(2)

.

Unthread harness from the buckle tongues

(3)

.

Holding one harness strap, pull harness completely out of lower harness slots

(4)

.

3.

Locate Buckle/Crotch

Strap’s Metal Retainer

Turn the restraint system over and locate the buckle/crotch strap’s metal retainer.

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4.

Insert Metal Retainer

Through Shell and Pad

Rotate buckle/crotch strap’s metal retainer, then insert buckle/crotch strap’s metal retainer up through the shell and pad.

5.

Remove Buckle from

Restraint System

From the front, pull buckle/crotch strap free from shell and pad.

3.

Place the screw driver’s tip between shell and harness guide, then twist the screw driver while pulling the harness guide from the front. Repeat for other side.

C-8

Removing Pad for Cleaning

You must remove the harness straps to remove the pad from the shell. See section C-7.

1.

Remove Lower Harness

Guides (on select models)

Remove both lower harness guides in bottom of seat.

NOTE:

Depending on your model, follow the information that matches your model.

A.

Remove Pad

(partial wrap pad)

From the back of shell, release the elastic straps shown in red.

2.

Turn the seat over and locate the lower harness guides.

Remove Pad

From the front of restraint system, remove pad from shell, starting at the top, then the sides.

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B.

Remove Pad

(full wrap pad)

From the front of restraint system, remove the pad from the shell, starting at the top.

Then pull the pad off the front of the restraint system.

Cleaning Pad

Hand wash pad with warm sudsy water, rinse clean and air dry.

Do not use bleach or use other harsh cleaners. Do not dry clean or machine wash.

Harness Straps:

Spot clean only. Do not machine or hand wash.

NOTE:

Do not wash the restraint system pad while still on the shell. Spot clean only if it is not removed.

Install Pad

Replace seat pad by reversing order for your particular model.

Attach all of the elastic straps if required.

Install harness system (see section C-9).

C-9

Installing Harness System

1.

Install Buckle/Crotch

Strap

Fit the buckle/crotch strap’s metal retainer through the slot in the seat. Make sure buckle is

facing out

. See section C-

2 for proper position.

Pull buckle/crotch strap’s metal retainer

completely through pad and shell

from bottom of restraint system.

2.

Check Buckle

Pull up on buckle/crotch strap to make sure it is secured.

The buckle must not pull out.

Do not use this restraint system without the seat pad. Failure to do this can result in serious injury.

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Failure to place buckle’s metal plate completely through pad and shell can result in serious injury or death to the child.

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1

2

3.

Thread Harness Strap

NOTE:

Make sure sewn end of the harness strap loop faces the buckle before starting.

Thread the harness strap down through harness slot on left side of shell

(1)

and up through harness slot on right side

(2)

.

Take both ends of the harness strap and make them even in length.

NOTE:

Make sure harness adjustment strap is between the harness strap and shell as shown.

Do Not twist harness straps.

5.

Attach Harness Straps to Splitter Plate

Fit harness strap loops onto splitter plate on the back of the restraint system. Make sure they are

completely on and not twisted.

NOTE:

Make sure sewn end of the harness strap loops faces towards you.

You must install the harness system properly.

Failure to follow these warnings can result in serious injury or death.

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5

4

4.

Thread left harness strap through left buckle tongue and right harness strap through right buckle tongue.

Make sure to push through from the back of buckle tongue

(3)

. Thread the chest clip from front to back as shown

(4)

.

Do Not twist harness straps.

Push left harness strap through left upper harness slot and right harness strap through right upper harness slot at the same height

(5)

.

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D-1

Understanding Your Vehicle

Your vehicle’s features may be considerably different than those pictured here. Consult your vehicle owner’s manual to help identify your vehicle’s specific features and locations.

Anchor Brackets

For Tether Strap

(Forward-Facing Only)

Seat Bight

Air Bags

Consult your vehicle owner’s manual for all air bag locations.

UAS Anchor Bars

Located in the seat bight.

Vehicle Seat Belts

Consult your vehicle owner’s manual for vehicle belt use.

Safety Tip:

To help protect your vehicle seat’s upholstery from damage, use a car seat mat or a single layered towel underneath and behind restraint system.

To avoid your child being seriously burned, take the following precautions:

1. Park in the shade or where sun does not directly hit the restraint system.

2. Cover the restraint system with a sheet or blanket when not in use.

3. Check for hot seat and buckles before placing child in restraint system.

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D-2

Vehicle Seating Position


In very few vehicles, the restraint system cannot be properly installed because of the type of seat belt system, air bag system and/or lack of location to anchor the tether strap. Always read and follow the vehicle owner’s manual instructions for restraint system use.

Use the restraint system only on vehicle seats that face forward. Do not use on seats that face the sides or rear of the vehicle. For vehicles with an air bag, but without a back seat, refer to your vehicle owner’s manual.

Safety Tip:

Children are safer when properly restrained in a rear seating position than in the front seating position.

According to accident statistics, children in rear seating positions are statistically safer, whether you have air bags, advanced air bags, or no air bags at all.

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D-3

Choosing UAS or Vehicle Belts

When installed properly, either the UAS or Vehicle Belts will secure the restraint system equally.

UAS Anchor Bars

The UAS

The Universal Anchorage

System (UAS) is for installing restraint systems without using vehicle seat belts.

The UAS can ONLY be used in vehicles that have the UAS anchor bars installed and designated UAS seating positions. Most vehicles manufactured after September 2002 are equipped with UAS.

Check your vehicle owner’s manual to see which seating positions may be equipped with UAS.

Vehicle Belts

If UAS is not an option, you must use the vehicle seat belt system to install the restraint system. There are some vehicle belts that will not work with a restraint system or will require special attention.

See next page and check your vehicle’s owner’s manual for specific instructions.

Do not use both the UAS belt and vehicle belt at the same time.

D-4

Knowing Your Vehicle Belts

Review your vehicle’s owner manual for vehicle seat belt use with restraint systems. This is your best source for information concerning your vehicle.

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Not all vehicle belts will work with this restraint system. This restraint system must be tightly locked in place at all times, during travel. You must determine if your vehicles belts are compatible with this restraint system.

Vehicle Belts

• Automatic/Passive vehicle seat belts

You MUST have a lap belt to install any restraint system. An automatic (passive) shoulder belt may or may not have a separate lap belt. Consult your vehicle owner’s manual.

• Vehicle belts in center of the door or side panel

You must move the restraint system to another seating location. Consult your vehicle owner’s manual.

• Vehicle belts that are in front of the seat bight

You may need to move the restraint system to another seating location.

Consult your vehicle owner’s manual.

• ELR (Emergency Locking Retractor) vehicle belts

These lap and shoulder belts only lock in a sudden stop or crash, and do not properly secure a restraint system alone.

Consult your vehicle owner’s manual.

To learn if you have this type of belt, gently pull the belt all the way out of the retractor (spool), let it return several inches, then pull on it again. If it moves freely, it is an ELR belt. If it is locked and will not allow any more belt to come out, it is a switchable retractor.

If you have an ELR lap and shoulder belt, review the “Vehicle

Latch Plate” section to see if you need a locking clip.

ELR lap-only belts MUST NOT be used with this restraint system.

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• Switchable retractor

These belts switch from ELR to ALR (Automatic Locking

Retractor). You must have the vehicle belts in the locking mode to use them. Follow the instructions in the installation sections.

• ALR (Automatic Locking Retractor)

These belts lock after pulling the webbing out and letting the belt go back into the retractor an inch or two. Follow the instructions in the installation sections.

Vehicle Latch Plates

Locking

Latch

Plate

Sliding

Latch

Plate

• Check the Latch Plates

Buckle the lap/shoulder belt.

Pull on the lap belt portion. If the vehicle belt does not loosen or slip, you have a locking latch plate. You should not need to use a locking clip. Consult your vehicle owner’s manual.

If the belt loosens or slips, you have a sliding latch plate. If you have an ELR retractor and a sliding latch plate, you

MUST

use a locking clip to install the restraint system or move to another seating location. You may not need to use the locking clip with a switchable or ALR retractor. Consult your vehicle owner’s manual.

D-5

Using the Locking Clip

A locking clip is used to prevent the vehicle belt from loosening before a sudden stop or crash. The locking clip can only be used on a lap and shoulder belt combination. The locking clip is located on the back of the restraint system.

A locking clip will not fix all types of vehicle seat belt problems.

Review section D-4 and your vehicle’s owner manual for vehicle seat belt use with restraint systems to see if a locking clip is needed.

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The following directions describe installing the infant restraint rear-facing. Same steps apply for forward-facing, except install the restraint forward-facing and thread the vehicle belt in the forward-facing belt path.

Do not use both the UAS belt and vehicle belt at the same time.

When rear-facing, use only in the recline position. Do not use the recline stand.

When forward-facing, use only the upright position. Do not use the recline position.

1.

Secure UAS Belts

You

MUST

attach the UAS belt hooks to the side of shell as shown when using the vehicle seat belts.

1

2

2.

Fold the recline stand under the Infant restraint

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3.

Secure Tether Hook

Attach the tether hook to the recline stand as shown. Tighten tether to remove the slack.



4.

Place Infant Restraint in

Vehicle Rear-Facing in the Back Seat

With infant restraint in the reclined position, make sure level to ground lines on the side of the infant restraint are level with ground. Adjust infant restraint if needed.

NOTE:

If you cannot get the level to ground line level to the ground (horizontal), you may use a tightly rolled towel(s) or a foam noodle(s) under the front of the infant restraint where the vehicle’s seat back meets the vehicle’s bench seat.

5.

Thread Vehicle Belt

Thread the vehicle lap/shoulder belt through the rear-facing belt path.

Line to be Level To Ground

Rear-Facing Only

6.

Pull Vehicle Belt Across

Infant Restraint

2

1

Thread vehicle seat belt

under

pad in front of buckle/crotch strap to the opposite side.

Buckle vehicle belt.

Do not place vehicle belt over infant’s legs.

NOTE:

The buckle/crotch strap

MUST

be in the 1st or 2nd buckle/crotch strap slots when rear-facing. Any slot can be used for forward-facing.

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7.

Tighten Vehicle Belt

Push down firmly on the infant restraint while pulling up on shoulder part of belt until all slack is removed and lap belt is tight.

8.

Locate Locking Clip

Location

Grasp the vehicle lap/shoulder belts together tightly as close to the vehicle latch plate as possible. While holding the belts tightly, unbuckle.

NOTE:

If the latch plate ends up just at the belt path opening so you cannot grasp the vehicle belt at the latch plate, grasp the vehicle belts on the opposite side of the infant restraint, as close to the latch plate as possible.

Install the locking clip on the latch plate end, as close as possible.

9.

Attach Locking Clip

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Thread both portions of the vehicle belt onto the locking clip, as close to the latch plate as possible.



2.5 cm

(1 in.)

10.

Position Locking Clip

Position locking clip about

2.5 cm (1 in.) from vehicle belt’s buckle plate.

11.

Rebuckle Vehicle Belt

12.

Check Vehicle Belt

Tightness

Grasp the infant restraint at the belt path with one hand.

Push and pull the infant restraint from side to side, forward and back. The infant restraint should not move more than 2.5 cm

(1 in.) and the vehicle belt should not loosen.

NOTE:

If it moves more than 2.5 cm (1 in.) or if the vehicle belt loosens, try reinstalling the infant restraint or try another seating location. If you still have questions after installing the locking clip please contact our Consumer Relations department.

Remove the locking clip when the vehicle seat belt is not being used with a restraint system.

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E

Installing on Aircraft

This restraint system is certified for aircraft use.

Use only on forward-facing seats and in a position where the seat belt can be tightened securely. The installation is the same as in your vehicle. Use only with F.A.A.

certified equipment. Contact the airline before taking the infant restraint on an aircraft in order to comply with their regulations.

E-1

Install Rear-Facing with Aircraft

Belts

1.


You

MUST

attach the UAS belt hooks to the side of shell as shown when using the aircraft seat belts.

2.

Fold the Recline Stand

Under the Infant

Restraint

1

2

3.


You

MUST

attach the tether hook to the recline stand as shown. Tighten tether to remove the slack.

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Secure UAS belts and tether strap when using the aircraft belts.

Use only if the belt can be tightened properly and securely.

Do not recline the infant restraint beyond the level-to-ground line. Use only the reclined position. Do not use the recline stand when rear-facing.


4.

Place Child Restraint on Aircraft Rear-Facing

Recline

the infant restraint, make sure level to ground line on the side of the shell is level with ground. Do not use the recline stand. Adjust infant restraint if needed.

NOTE:

If you cannot get the level to ground line level to the ground (horizontal), you may use a tightly rolled towel(s) or a foam noodle(s) under the front of the infant restraint where the aircraft’s seat back meets the aircraft’s bench seat.

5.

Thread Aircraft Belt

With the aircraft belts fully extended, thread the aircraft buckle and belt through the rear-facing belt path.

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6.

Pull Buckle Across to

Opposite Side

2

1

Reach under pad and pull the buckle across the shell and out the rear-facing belt path on opposite side.

Aircraft belt

MUST

be under pad and

in front of buckle/crotch strap

.

Do not place belt over infant’s legs.

NOTE:

You must use the 1st or 2nd buckle/crotch strap slots when rear-facing.

7.

Buckle and Tighten

Aircraft Belt

After buckling the aircraft belt, push down firmly on the infant restraint. Reach through the rear-facing belt path and pull on the free end of the lap belt to tighten.

8.

Check Aircraft Belt

Tightness

Grasp the infant restraint at the belt path

with one hand. Push and pull the infant restraint from side to side, forward and back. The infant restraint should not move more than 2.5 cm (1 in) and the aircraft belt should not loosen.

NOTE:

If it moves more than an 2.5 cm (1 in.) or if the aircraft belt loosens, try reinstalling the infant restraint or try another seating location.

Secure your infant in the infant restraint.

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E-2

Install Forward-Facing With

Aircraft Belts

2

1

1.


You

MUST

fasten the UAS belt hooks to the side of the shell as shown when using the aircraft seat belts.

2.

Rotate Recline Stand

Out and Push Up to Lock

Secure the UAS belts and tether strap when using the aircraft belts.

Use only if the belt can be tightened properly and securely.

Do not fold the recline stand when forwardfacing.


4.

Place Child Restraint on Aircraft Seat

Forward-Facing

Place child restraint

flush

against the back of the aircraft seat

forwardfacing

. Do not fold the recline stand when forward-facing.

Note:

Do not use the level to ground line on the side of the child restraint in the forward-facing position.

3.

Attach Tether Hook

You

MUST

attach the tether hook to the recline stand as shown. Tighten tether to remove the slack.

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5.

Thread Aircraft Belt

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With the aircraft belts fully extended, thread the aircraft buckle and belt through the forward-facing belt path and out the other side.

Buckle the belt.



6.

Tighten Aircraft Belt

Push down firmly on the child restraint. Reach through the forward facing belt path and pull on the free end of the lap belt to tighten.

F-1

Preparing to Install Rear-Facing

2.3-18 kg (5-39.6 lb.), 48-81 cm (19-32 in.)

Rear-Facing using 5-point harness

7.

Check Belt Tightness

Grasp the child restraint at the belt path

with one hand. Push and pull the child restraint from side to side, forward and back. The child restraint should not move more than 2.5 cm (1 in) and the aircraft belt should not loosen.

NOTE:

If it moves more than an 2.5 cm (1 in.) or if the aircraft belt loosens, try reinstalling the child restraint or try another seating location.

Secure your child in the child restraint.

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UAS Belt

Lap/Shoulder Belt

Lap Belt


This infant restraint must always face the rear of the vehicle and be in the reclined position when the infant is less than one year old.

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F-2

Preparing UAS for Rear-Facing

Use

1.

Routing UAS Belt

Insert the UAS hook with adjuster through the forward-facing belt path.

Adjuster

2.

Reach under pad, pulling

UAS hook and adjuster between right lower harness slot and buckle/crotch strap.

Pull UAS out the rear-facing belt path.

3.

Pull Other UAS Hook

Out the Opposite Side

2

1

Reach under pad and pull the other UAS hook across the shell and out the rearfacing belt path on opposite side. UAS belt

MUST

be under pad and


.

Do not place UAS belt over infant’s legs.

NOTE:

You must use the 1st or 2nd buckle/crotch strap slots when rear-facing.

4.

Finished UAS Routing

Make sure the UAS belt is not twisted.

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F-3

Install Rear-Facing with UAS

Note:

Review your vehicle’s owner manual for UAS belt use.

Do not use the vehicle lap or lap/shoulder belt when using the Universal Anchorage System

(UAS).

Check UAS belt before each use. Use only if the belt can be tightened properly and securely.

Attach the tether hook to the recline stand when used rear-facing.

Do not fasten both UAS hooks on the same UAS anchor bar in the vehicle.



1.



Restraint

1

2

2.


Attach the tether hook to recline stand as shown.

Tighten tether to remove the slack.

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3.

Place Infant Restraint in

Vehicle Rear-Facing in the Back Seat

Recline

the infant restraint, making sure level to ground line on the side of the shell are level with ground. Do not use the recline stand.

Adjust infant restraint if needed.

NOTE:

If you cannot get the level to ground line level to the ground (horizontal), you may use a tightly rolled towel(s) or a foam noodle(s) under the front of the infant restraint where the vehicle’s seat back meets the vehicle’s bench seat.

4.

Connect UAS to Vehicle’s

UAS Anchor Bar

Fasten one UAS hook to the

UAS anchor bar in the vehicle seat bight. Repeat for other side of infant restraint.

5.

Tighten UAS Belt

Push down firmly on the infant restraint and pull up on the free end of the UAS belt to tighten.

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It maybe easier to tighten the UAS belt through the belt path opening as shown.

6.

Check UAS Belt

Tightness


with one hand. Push and pull the infant restraint from side to side, forward and back. The infant restraint should not move more than 2.5 cm (1 in) and the UAS belt should not loosen.

NOTE:

If it moves more than an 2.5 cm (1 in.) or if the UAS belt loosens, try reinstalling the infant restraint or try another seating location.

Secure your infant in the infant restraint

7.

To Remove UAS Belt From

Vehicle UAS Anchor Bar

be L

1

2

Remove infant from infant restraint. Press down firmly on UAS adjuster side of infant restraint and press the release button to release the tension in the belt.

Unhook the UAS from UAS anchor bar by squeezing the spring lever

(1)

, push UAS hook into the vehicle seat bight and twist hook off the

UAS anchor bar. Pull UAS hook away from the UAS anchor bar

(2)

.

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F-4

Install Rear-Facing with

Vehicle Belts

Review section D-4 to determine what kind of vehicle belts you have. Review your vehicle’s owner manual for seat belt use.

Do not use the UAS along with the vehicle lap or lap/shoulder belt. Secure UAS belts when using the vehicle belts.

Check the vehicle belt before each use. Use only if the belt is tightened properly and securely.

Attach the tether hook to the recline stand when used rear-facing.



1.


You

MUST

attach the UAS hooks to the side of shell as shown when using the vehicle seat belts.

1

2

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2.



Restraint

3.


Attach the tether hook to recline stand as shown.

Tighten tether to remove the slack.

4.

Place Infant Restraint in Vehicle Rear-Facing in the Back Seat



Recline

the infant restraint, making sure level to ground line on the side of the shell are level with ground. Do not use the recline stand. Adjust infant restraint if needed.

NOTE:

If you cannot get the level to ground line level to the ground

(horizontal), you may use a tightly rolled towel(s) or a foam noodle(s) under the front of the infant restraint where the vehicle’s seat back meets the vehicle’s bench seat.



5.


Thread the vehicle lap or lap/shoulder belt through the rear-facing belt path.

With an ALR belt, pull the belt all the way out before threading.

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With a switchable retractor, pull the shoulder belt all the way out to switch the retractor into the ALR mode before tightening.



2

1

6.

Pull Vehicle Latch

Plate Across to

Opposite Side

Reach under pad and pull the vehicle belt across the shell and out the rearfacing belt path on opposite side. Buckle vehicle belt. Vehicle belt

MUST

be under pad and


.

Do not place vehicle belt over infant’s legs.

NOTE:

You must use the

1st or 2nd buckle/crotch strap slots when rearfacing.

7.


Push down firmly on the infant restraint and pull on the vehicle shoulder belt or lap belt to tighten.

With a switchable retractor, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while tightening.

It maybe easier to tighten the belt through the belt path opening as shown.

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8.


Tightness


with one hand. Push and pull the infant restraint from side to side, forward and back. The infant restraint should not move more than 2.5 cm (1 in) and the vehicle belt should not loosen.

NOTE:

If it moves more than an 2.5 cm (1 in.) or if the vehicle belt loosens, try reinstalling the infant restraint or try another seating location.

Secure your infant in the infant restraint.

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G-1

Preparing to Install Forward-Facing

10-18 kg (22-39.6 lb.), 74-102 cm (29-40 in.) and over 1 year old. Forward-Facing using 5-point harness

G-2

Adjusting the Tether Strap

The tether strap is used for the forward-facing position only.

Vehicles manufactured today already have the tether anchor hardware installed in the vehicle. Refer to your owner’s manual for locations. If your vehicle does not have an tether anchor bracket, please see your dealer or a qualified mechanic and have one installed.

UAS Belt

Lap Belt

Lap/

Shoulder Belt

Never place an infant less than one-year old or weighing less than 10 kg (22 lb.) forwardfacing.

Safety Tip:

Experts agree that children should remain rear-facing as long as possible. In this child restraint, your child can remain rear-facing up to

18 kg (39.6 lb.) and up to 81 cm (32 in.).

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Tether straps are required in Canada. Using this child restraint without the tether strap anchored as recommended by the manufacturer would be a misuse of the child restraint and, in a sudden stop or crash, could cause serious injury or death.

To Adjust Tether Strap:

Pull loose end to tighten

Lift up to loosen

To tighten:

After the child restraint is locked into place with UAS or vehicle belt, put knee in child restraint, push down on the child restraint and attach the tether hook to the vehicle’s anchor bracket. Pull on free end of the tether strap.

To loosen:

Lift up on tether adjuster and push lock toward the tether hook.

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G-3

Preparing UAS for

Forward-Facing Use

Note:

Pull the UAS belt out of the rear-facing belt path if you have used this child restraint rear-facing.

1.

Routing UAS Belt

Insert the UAS hook that has the adjuster closest to it, through the forward- facing belt path.

Adjuster

2.

Thread UAS Hook

Across to Opposite

Side

Pull the UAS hook across the back and out the other side as shown. Do not twist the UAS belt.

G-4

Install Forward-Facing

With UAS

Note:

Review your vehicle’s owner manual for UAS belt use.

1.



2

1

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Do not use the vehicle lap or lap/shoulder belt when using the Universal Anchorage System

(UAS).

Check UAS belt before each use. Use only if the belt can be tightened properly and securely.

Do not fasten both UAS hooks on the same UAS anchor bar in the vehicle.



2.

Place Child Restraint in

Vehicle Forward-

Facing in the Back Seat


flush

against the vehicle seat back

forward-facing

.

Do not fold the recline stand when forwardfacing.

Note:


Installation Tip:

Loosely attach the tether hook before attaching the UAS belt. Consult vehicle’s owner manual for specific location.

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3.

Hook UAS to

Vehicle UAS Anchor Bar

Fasten one UAS belt hook to the UAS anchor bar in the vehicle seat bight. Repeat for other side of child restraint.

4.

Tighten UAS Belt

Place knee in the child restraint. Push down firmly while pulling up on the free end of the UAS belt to tighten.

6.

Check UAS Belt

Tightness


with one hand. Push and pull the child restraint from side to side, forward and back.

The child restraint should not move more than 2.5

cm (1 in) and the UAS belt should not loosen.

NOTE:

If it moves more than an 2.5 cm (1 in.) or if the UAS belt loosens, try reinstalling the child restraint or try another seating location.


5.

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It maybe easier to tighten the belt through the belt path opening as shown.

Tighten the Tether Strap

Push firmly on the back of the child restraint and tighten the tether strap.

1

2

7.

To Remove UAS Belt

From Vehicle Anchor

Bar

Remove child from child restraint. Press down firmly on UAS adjuster side of child restraint and press the release button to release the tension in the belt.

Unhook the UAS from

UAS anchor bar by squeezing the spring lever

(1)

, push UAS hook into the vehicle seat bight and twist hook off the

UAS anchor bar. Pull UAS hook away from the UAS anchor bar

(2)

.

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G-5

Install Forward-Facing

With Vehicle Belts

Note:

Review the section D-4 to determine what kind of vehicle belts you have. Review your vehicle’s owner manual for vehicle seat belt use.

Do not use the UAS along with the vehicle lap or lap/shoulder belt. Secure UAS belts when using the vehicle belts.

Check the vehicle belt before each use. Use only if the belt is tightened properly and securely.



1.


You

MUST

attach the UAS belt hooks to the side of the shell as shown when using the vehicle seat belts.

2

1

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2.



3.

Place Child Restraint in

Vehicle Forward-

Facing in the Back Seat


flush

against the vehicle seat back

forward-facing

.

Do not fold the recline stand when forwardfacing.

Note:


Installation Tip:

Loosely attach the tether hook before threading the vehicle belt. Consult vehicle’s owner manual for specific location.

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4.


Thread the vehicle lap or lap/shoulder belt through the forward-facing belt path and out the other side.

With an ALR vehicle belt, pull the vehicle belt all the way out before threading the child restraint.

With a switchable retractor, pull the shoulder belt all the way out to switch the retractor into the ALR mode before tightening.

Buckle vehicle belt.



5.


Push down firmly on the child restraint and pull on the vehicle shoulder belt or lap belt to tighten.

With a switchable retractor, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while tightening.

It maybe easier to tighten the vehicle belt through the belt path opening as shown.

6.

Tighten the Tether Strap

Push firmly on the back of the child restraint and tighten the tether strap.

Warranty

Dorel Juvenile Group, Inc. (DJG) warrants this product to the original retail purchaser as follows:

This product is warranted against defective materials or workmanship for

one year

from the date of original purchase.

An original receipt is required to validate your warranty.

DJG will, at its option, provide replacement parts or replace this product. DJG reserves the right to substitute if the part or model has been discontinued.

To make a claim under this warranty you may contact us at www.djgusa.com, fax us at 1-800-207-8182 24 hours a day, write to

DJG, Consumer Relations Department, P O Box 2609, Columbus, IN

47202-2609, or call 1-800-544-1108 from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST

Monday through Thursday and from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday.

Proof of purchase is required and shipping charges are the responsibility of the consumer.

Warranty Limitations:

This warranty does not include damages which arise from misuse or abuse of this product.

Limitation of Damages:

The warranty and remedies as set forth are exclusive and in lieu of all others, oral or written, express or implied. In no event will DJG or the dealer selling this product be liable to you for any damages, including incidental or consequential damages, arising out of the use or inability to use this product.

PLEASE REGISTER ON LINE AT

WWW.DJGUSA.COM/REGISTRATION/CARSEAT/CAN OR

COMPLETE AND MAIL THE PRE-PAID OWNER REGISTRATION CARD

WITHIN (30) DAYS OF PURCHASE TO EXPEDITE WARRANTY

CLAIMS AND TO VERIFY THE ORIGINAL DATE OF PURCHASE.

Please do not send in your registration card if you have registered your restraint system online.

7.


Tightness


with one hand. Push and pull the child restraint from side to side, forward and back. The child restraint should not move more than 2.5 cm (1 in) and the vehicle belt should not loosen.

NOTE:

If it moves more than an 2.5 cm (1 in.) or if the vehicle belt loosens, try reinstalling the child restraint or try another seating location.


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Replacement Parts Order Form

For replacement parts, complete this form below. We must have your model number and manufacture date codes on the form to ensure proper replacement parts. They can be found on the stickers on the side of the restraint system shell. Payment in U.S. dollars must accompany your order. Choose parts needed from the list supplied.

Mail form and payment to;

Dorel Juvenile Group. Inc.

2525 State Street

Columbus, IN 47201-7494

Fax to: 1-800-207-8182

Website: www.djgusa.com

Please make money order payable to Dorel Juvenile Group, Inc. See next page for Visa or MasterCard payment. We do not accept personal checks or Discover Card. For orders outside of Canada and the U.S. we accept Visa or MasterCard only.

We MUST have this information to process your order:

Model Number (5 digits & 4 letters): ____________________

Manufacture Date (yyyy/mm/dd): ______________________

Ship to (please print)________________________________

Name____________________________________________

Address __________________________________________

City______________________________________________

Province _____________________________________

Postal code_______________ Country _____________

Telephone (area code)_______________________________

E-mail address______________________________________

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Replacement Parts List

NOTE:

If requested color is not available, similar color will be substituted.

Part Cost Quantity Total Cost

Buckle/Crotch Strap . .$6.99 X ______= $ ______________

Harness Strap . . . . . . .$2.99 X ______= $ ______________

Seat Pad . . . . . . . . .$29.99 X ______= $ ______________

Chest Clip . . . . . . . . . .$1.50 X ______= $ ______________

Locking Clip . . . . . . . .$2.50 X ______= $ ______________

UAS Kit . . . . . . . . . . .$24.99 X ______= $ ______________

Instructions . . . . . . . . .$0.00 X ______= $ ______________

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$ ________________

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$150.01 to $200.00 . . . . . .$11.95

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Sales Tax $ ________________

Residents of Quebec, add 5% GST and 7.5% QST.

Residents of New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Ontario and Nova Scotia, add

13% HST.

Residents of British Columbia add 12% HST.

All other provinces, add 5% GST.

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Dorel Juvenile Group Sport Instructions Manual

A. Before You Begin

B. Safety Information

C. Basic Use

D. General Vehicle Installation

E. Aircraft Installation

F. Installing Rear-Facing

G. Installing Forward-Facing

Important Information

Thank You...

Registration and Safety Notices

Dorel Juvenile Group Consumer

Relations Contact Information

Understanding Your Restraint System

Front View

Harness System Detail

Back View

Side View

Vehicle Seating Position

Installation in Vehicle

Restraint System Use

Transport Canada Regulations

Choose Position for Your Child

Preparing Restraint System to Fit

Your Child

Securing Child in Restraint System

Removing Child From Restraint System

Accessories for Select Models

Reclining Restraint System

Removing Harness System

Removing Pad for Cleaning

Installing Harness System

Understanding Your Vehicle

Safety Tip:

Vehicle Seating Position

Safety Tip:

Choosing UAS or Vehicle Belts

Knowing Your Vehicle Belts

Vehicle Belts

Vehicle Latch Plates

Using the Locking Clip

Installing on Aircraft

Install Rear-Facing with Aircraft

Belts

Install Forward-Facing With

Aircraft Belts

Preparing to Install Rear-Facing

Preparing UAS for Rear-Facing

Use

Install Rear-Facing with UAS

Install Rear-Facing with

Vehicle Belts

Preparing to Install Forward-Facing

Adjusting the Tether Strap

Safety Tip:

Preparing UAS for

Forward-Facing Use

Install Forward-Facing

With UAS

Installation Tip:

Install Forward-Facing

With Vehicle Belts

Installation Tip:

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