Britax BABY SAFETY CAPSULE, Safe-n-Sound Baby Safety Capsule, Safe-n-Sound 2030/A/2000 Series, Safe-n-Sound 2030/A/2004 Series User Manual

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BABY SAFETY

CAPSULE

INFANT RESTRAINT

Series number: 2030/A/2000 AND 2030/A/2004

C h i l d r e s t r a i n t f o r v e h i c l e u s e .

INFORMATION FOR BUYERS:

FOR BABIES UP TO 9KG AND 700MM IN LENGTH.

THIS CHILD RESTRAINT MUST BE INSTALLED SO THAT THE BABY

FACES REARWARD AT ALL TIMES.

IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS BOOKLET IN THE PLACE PROVIDED ON THE CHILD RESTRAINT.

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For use with children up to 9kg.

INDEX

F O R B A B Y U S E

2.

WARNINGS

INTRODUCTION
WHO TO CONTACT
HOW TO INSTALL
SPECIAL FEATURES
SUITABLE FOR USE

WARNINGS

HOW TO INSTALL
HOW TO USE

3.

3.

HOW TO CLEAN

4.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE
TRAVELLING TIPS

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8.

8.

CHECKLIST
IN CASE OF ACCIDENT

WARNINGS

Use the restraint exactly as shown in the instructions.
Fit the restraint firmly to the car seat and fit the harness firmly to the child.
A loose restraint or harness is dangerous.
Supervision of children is needed because they may be able to undo buckles & adjusters.
DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED IN THE CAR.
Do not use seat belt extenders, even if the car seat belt is not long enough to secure the child restraint.
Do not alter or modify this restraint.
Repairs must only be done by the manufacturer 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.

Regularly check the restraint components, straps and other fitments for correct function and condition. Seek prompt
repair.

To ensure baby’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 CHILD RESTRAINTS IN A SEATING POSITION WHERE AN AIRBAG IS FITTED. FOLLOW THE
CAR MANUFACTURER’S RECOMMENDATIONS.

The restraint should not be purchased or sold as a second hand item. It is recommended not to use child
restraints older than 10 years as the protection in an accident may be reduced.

The restraint is not intended to be a substitute baby cot or bed. It is designed to enable safe transportation
of children in motor vehicles.

Straps may be damaged by unsecured cargo in a collision. Secure or remove hazardous cargo before
using this strap.

THIS RESTRAINT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE IN A HATCH-BACK OR WAGON WHERE THE ANCHORAGE
STRAP MAY FALL INTO A SPLIT IN THE SEAT BACK.

Protect all webbing from abrasion and cutting by sharp corners and edges.

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INTRODUCTION

CAREFULLY READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION. IN THE EVENT OF DOUBT
ABOUT THE METHOD OF INSTALLATION, CONSULT BRITAX CHILDCARE OR AGENT OR A
CHILD RESTRAINT FITTING STATION AUTHORIZED BY A RELEVANT TRANSPORT
AUTHORITY OR, IN NEW ZEALAND, THE AGENT FOR THE VEHICLE.

No child restraint can guarantee absolute protection from injury in every crash. However,
to ensure that your child gets all the protection designed into the restraint PLEASE READ
AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY and use only Safe-n-Sound recommended
par ts and accessories.

CAUTION: NEVER USE ANY SEAT COVERS OR ACCESSORIES THAT CAUSE THE SHOULDER
HARNESS STRAPS TO WIDEN SIDEWAYS WHEN FITTED, AS THE HARNESS WILL NOT
RESTRAIN THE CHILD CORRECTLY.

Safe-n-Sound continues to provide care for your children when travelling in motor vehicles with a
range of child restraints suitable throughout their childhood.

EASY SELECTOR GUIDE

Infant Restraint

Birth

8kg 9kg 14kg

12kg

18kg 26kg 32kg

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Convertible
Child Car Seat

Forward-Facing
Child Car Seat

Convertible
Booster Seat

Child Booster Seats
and Booster Cushions

Child Harness

AUSTRALIA

Britax Childcare Pty. Ltd. A Britax International company. (Incorporated in Victoria) A.C.N 006 773 600 A.B.N 55 006 773 600.

Head office: 99 Derby Road Sunshine, Victoria 3020 Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

For interstate and country enquiries, Service & Spare Parts (9:30am to 5:00pm E.S.T.) Phone: [phone]

NEW ZEALAND

Britax Childcare NZ Limited. A Britax International company.
PO Box 100-247 Auckland 9 Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone] Phone toll free: 0800 688 822 (9.30am to 4.00pm)

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Refer to Catalogue.

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INTERNATIONAL ENQUIRIES

Contact your Local Distributor.

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HOW TO INSTALL

WARNINGS

THIS RESTRAINT MUST BE ATTACHED TO A CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE POINT IN THE CAR.
REFER TO CAR OWNER'S HANDBOOK FOR LOCATION OF ANCHORAGE POINTS. REFER TO A
CHILD RESTRAINT FITTING STATION IF NO ANCHORAGE POINTS ARE IN THE MOTOR CAR. ONLY
USE A 5/16 UNC GRADE 5 BOLT. IF THE BOLT IS NOT THE CORRECT LENGTH THE CAR
MANUFACTURER’S HAND BOOK CAN PROVIDE ADVICE ON THE CORRECT LENGTH BOLT.

This restraint must be used in conjunction with a lap or lap-sash seat belt.

Do not alter or modify this restraint, use only recommended parts and accessories.

Protect all webbing from abrasion and cutting by sharp corners and edges.

Consult the vehicle owner's handbook for location of anchorage points and the possible use of
spacers. Some vehicles may have an anchor fitting fitted by the vehicle manufacturer. If
anchorage points cannot be found refer to car manufacturer or local child restraint fitting station
or traffic authority for optimum position of anchorage point and the use of spacers.

Caution: Do not overtighten anchor bolt. Over tightening may fracture or break bolt.
Maximum torque is 20 N.m. (14.75 ft.lb.) Note: Minimum of five full turns of anchor bolt is
required before tightening force is applied. Do not overtighten.

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION NOTE:

In some vehicles the anchor fitting in
the rear vertical panel can only be
installed in one way. Please refer to
vehicle owner's handbook or a child
restraint fitting station for correct
method.

If anchor point is less than 80 mm
from seat, install in this position.

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Anchor Point

Vehicle Ceiling

Front of

vehicle

Vehicle Parcel Shelf

The shaded areas of this

diagram illustrate the possible

locations of the Anchor Fitting.

Within each shaded area is an

Anchor Fitting showing the correct

way to install the fitting. Ensure the

Anchor Fitting is aligned as

illustrated unless stated otherwise in

the vehicle owner's handbook.

Vehicle Floor

High

Vehicle Vertical Mount

Low

HOW TO INSTALL

ANCHOR FITTING:

If the car is fitted with child restraint anchorage point...

Locate the anchorage point behind the rear seating position
to be used. Consult the car owners handbook for the
location of the anchorage points.The anchorage point should
be directly behind and central to the restraint. Remove
thread plug from the parcel shelf, floor/roof, etc. and install
anchor bolt and fitting as shown right, ensuring correct
direction of anchor fitting as previously illustrated. The
spacers provided may need to be used for vehicles with
recessed anchorage points.

CAUTION: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE ATTACHMENT BOLT
MAXIMUM TORQUE 20 N.m.

If the car is not fitted with child restraint anchorage points...

For Sedans only - Drill 9mm diameter hole in the parcel shelf on the
centreline of the seating position as shown right.
Before drilling the hole, check the underside
for accessibility.

Install the anchor bolt as shown below right
ensuring the correct direction as shown on
page 4. Make sure to use the reinforcing
washer and lock washer on the underside
of the panel.

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 anchorage point, and for
the correct attachment bolt length and use of
spacers. In New Zealand, consult the agent for the vehicle.

WARNING: Child restraints must not be attached to

unsound metal or to wood, or synthetic structures.
When drilling 9 mm 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.

Note to Queensland purchasers: The installation of
anchorage points must be approved by authorised officers
appointed by Queensland Transport. Authorised officers
can be sourced from all Queensland Transport Customer
Service and Queensland Ambulance Service Centres.

Centre line of
seating position

Front of vehicle

Lock washer

Trim

Front of vehicle

Trim

Metal
panel

Securing nut

Anchor bolt

Anchor fitting

Spacers (if required)

200 mm

min.

lines, fuel tanks,

or radio speakers.

Anchor bolt

Anchor fitting

Spacers (if required)

Reinforcing washer

Lock washer

Metal
panel

Drill 9 mm

diameter hole.

Do not drill

through fuel

electrical wiring

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HOW TO INSTALL

UPPER ANCHORAGE STRAP

IMPORTANT WARNING: THE ATTACHMENT CLIP COVER MUST ALWAYS BE USED AS IT

PREVENTS THE RISK OF INCORRECT FITMENT OF THE ATTACHMENT CLIP TO THE
ANCHOR FITTING. ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE ATTACHMENT CLIP IS CORRECTLY ENGAGED
TO THE ANCHOR FITTING AND NOT HOOKED OR FITTED TO ANY OTHER OBJECT BEFORE
EACH USE OF THE RESTRAINT. THIS IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT IN VEHICLES SUCH AS
STATION WAGONS, VANS, HATCH BACKS OR VEHICLES WITHOUT A FIXED PARCEL SHELF,
SINCE THE ANCHOR POINT IS USUALLY NOT VISIBLE.

The restraint strap & Attachment Clip may be damaged or disconnected by unsecured vehicle
contents. To ensure a secure engagement, before each use of the restraint follow this procedure:

A.

Secure or remove any vehicle contents.

B.

Tighten the Upper Anchorage Strap and ensure that strap is not twisted.

C.

Make sure the Attachment Clip is correctly engaged.

The following diagram shows correct method of engaging Attachment Clip to Anchor Fitting.

Note: Fittings have been enlarged and straps have been
lengthened/shortened to improve clarity of the diagram.

CORRECT

Front of vehicle

VEHICLE INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES

(Available from retailers of Safe-n-Sound products)

EXTRA ANCHOR KITS: are available if using the restraint in additional vehicles.
Re-order numbers: 0038.

EXTENSION STRAPS: may be required for vehicles without a fixed parcel shelf.
Re-order numbers: 0035 (length 300 mm) 0036 (length 600 mm)

GATED 3-BAR SLIDE: for installation where the seat belt configuration does not
firmly hold the child restraint.
Reorder number: 0215.

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CORRECT ENGAGEMENT OF
ATTACHMENT CLIP TO ANCHOR
FITTING WHEN THE ATTACHMENT
CLIP COVER IS USED.