Britax FORWARD FACING CHILD RESTRAINT, Safe-n-Sound 7000/B/5/2000 Series, Safe-n-Sound 7000/B/5/2004 Series Instruction Book

Instruction Book Part number: 2108521

We reserve the right to alter this product without notice in our constant endeavour for improvement.

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Patents Pending.

Series Number: 7000/B/5/2000 and 7000/B/5/2004

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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 .

Install with lap or lap-sash seat belt and upper

anchorage strap for children 8kg to 18kg.

Forwa rd F a cing.

I n s t r u c t i o n s f o r I n s t a l l a t i o n & U s e

Forward Facing

Child Restraint

Series number: 7000/B/5/2000 and 7000/B/5/2004

INFORMATION FOR BUYERS:

FOR CHILDREN FROM 8KG TO 18KG.

CHECK THAT THIS CHILD RESTRAINT WILL FIT IN YOUR CAR.

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

Child Restraint

CHILD RESTR A I N T

F O R C H I L D U S E

HOW TO INSTALL

10.

HOW TO CLEAN
CARE & MAINTENANCE

TRAVELLING TIPS

14.

15.

17.

ACCESSORIES

CHECKLIST

16.

18.

HOW TO USE

12.

INTRODUCTION

WARNINGS

3.

2.

HOW TO INSTALL
SPECIAL FEATURES
SUITABLE FOR USE

WARNINGS

4.

8.

9.

9.

INDEX

2

WARNINGS

Use the restraint exactly as shown in the instructions.
Fit the restraint firmly to the car seat.
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 and adjusters.
DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED IN THE CAR.
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.

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

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.

Do not use seat belt extenders, even if the car seat belt is not long enough to secure the child restraint.

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 that 10 years as the protection in an accident may be reduced.
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 HATCHBACK 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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WHO TO CONTACT

3.

IN CASE OF ACCIDENT

19.

IN CASE OF ACCIDENT

If your restraint has been involved in a severe crash, you should destroy the restraint even if no
damage is obvious. Some insurance companies offer vehicle insurance which covers or partially
covers the replacement of your child restraint. Contact your insurance company for further
details.

Your insurance company may require you to keep the child restraint for assessment,

To assist you in making an accident insurance claim

cut the following statement and include it with your claim.

but do not

use the child restraint after a severe crash.

All Safe-n-Sound child restraints are manufactured to Australian/New Zealand
Standards AS/NZS1754-2004 which require us to advise users of child restraints
to "Destroy the entire restraint if it has been in use in a severe crash, even if no
damage is obvious". The joint Australian/New Zealand Standards committee
CS/85, advise that this statement applies whether a child was in the child
restraint or not. A severe crash, we consider as being one where the main body
structure of the vehicle is distorted.

There is no method of determining if the restraint has been damaged and we
concur with the Australian/New Zealand Standards in recommending destruction
of the child restraint.

This notice is to advise you of the requirements of the Australian/New Zealand
Standards and our obligation in complying with the standards.

Please assist the owner of this restraint in their claim.

NOTICE TO INSURANCE COMPANY

CHILD RESTRAINT INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT

Britax Childcare Pty. Ltd.

Head office and registered address:

99 Derby Road Sunshine Victoria 3020
PO Box 147 Sunshine Victoria 3020
Telephone: [phone]

(Incorporated in Victoria)
A.B.N. 55 006 773 600

INTRODUCTION

318

CHECKLIST

CAREF ULLY READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIO NS FOR INSTALLATION. IN THE EVENT OF DOUBT
ABOUT THE METHOD OF INS TALLATION, CO NSULT BRITAX CHILDCARE OR AGENT OR A
CHILD RESTRAINT FITTING STATION AUTHORIZED BY A RELEVANT TRANSPORT
AUTHORITY OR, IN NEW ZEALAND, THE AGENT FO R THE VEHICL E.

No child restraint can guarantee absolute protection from injury in every crash. However,
to ensure that y our child gets all the p rotection designed into the restraint PLEASE READ
AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTI ONS EXACTLY and use only Safe-n-Soun d (Britax)
recom mended parts and accessories.

Please Note: If you have purchased Discovery Standard Restraint, accessories are not included.

A variety of accessories are available for use with this restraint and are available from retailers of
Safe-n-Sound and Britax products. Refer to page 16 for accessories installation and use
instructions.

QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF BEFORE
STARTING YOUR JOURNEY...

Is the restraint installed in the right position
for your child?

Have you chosen the correct restraint to fit your
vehicle? E.g Will it fit your vehicle seat?

Have you attached the Upper Anchorage Strap to
the Anchor fitting, removed any twists and
tightened the strap? (Do not overtighten).

Have you installed the seat belt through the correct seat
belt slot, removed any twists and tightened the belt?

Is the harness threaded through the correct
shoulder slot position for your child’s size?

Have you re-connected the harness straps to the
strap connector on the restraint correctly?

CAREF ULLY READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIO NS FOR INSTALLATION. IN THE EVENT OF DOUBT
ABOUT THE METHOD OF INS TALLATION, CO NSULT BRITAX CHILDCARE OR AGENT OR A
CHILD RESTRAINT FITTING STATION AUTHORIZED BY A RELEVANT TRANSPORT
AUTHORITY OR, IN NEW ZEALAND, THE AGENT FO R THE VEHICL E.

Contact your Local Distributor.

INTER NATIONAL ENQUIRI ES

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

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

PO Box 100-247 Auckland 9
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Customer Service (toll free): 0800 688 822.

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

Britax Childcare (NZ) Limited. A Britax International company.

NEW ZEALAND

AUSTR ALIA

EASY SELECTOR GUIDE

Infant Restraint

Convertible
Child Car Seat

Forward-Facing
Child Car Seat

Convertible
Booster Seat

Child Booster Seats
and Booster Cushions

Child Harness

Birth

8kg 9kg 14kg

18kg 26kg 32kg

12kg

**

**

Refer to Catalogue.

*

Is the Anchor Fitting installed correctly?

Do you need an Extension Strap?

Is the harness adjusted firmly around the child?

What should I do if my buckle does not work?

Where can I purchase accessories for my restraint?

PAGE NUMBER

9.

4 & 5.

6.

9.

6 & 7.

10 & 11.

13.

13.

12.

15.

6.

HOW TO INSTALL

4

TRAVELLING TIPS

Never hold a child in arms when riding in
a motor vehicle. In this position the child
could be thrown against the dashboard,
windscreen or other occupant and suffer
serious injury or death.

When riding in a motor vehicle never
nurse a child and use the same seat belt
for both of you. In this position the child
could be crushed.

Children must be secured in appropriate
restraints at all times when the car is in
motion. Children travelling unrestrained
and standing up in the car are in danger
of serious injury or death. Traffic
regulations in all states require children
to be secured in approved child
restraints or adult seat belts where
available.

Plan your trip with frequent comfort stops
to reduce stress on babies, young children
and driver. Keep the car well ventilated to
reduce heat stress. Two car windows should
be kept open to maintain a good flow of fresh

Be on guard against carbon monoxide
poisoning which can occur through only
a slight leak in the exhaust system while
travelling in a closed car.

Ensure children are adequately shaded from
direct sunlight through side or rear windows.

Securely stow all heavy objects, that could
become missiles during an accident and
cause injury to any occupant.

air if air conditioning is not used.

Never leave toddlers in a stationary car in the
sun because of the risk of heat exhaustion.

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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.

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.

Vehicle Ceiling

Vehicle Parcel Shelf

Vehicle Vertical Mount HighLow

Anchor Point

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

Vehicle Floor

Front of

vehicle

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.

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.

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.

5

HOW TO INSTALL

2516

ACCESSORIES (if fitted)

WARNING

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.

The following instructions apply to accessories that may be supplied with this restraint at point of
purchase. If not, a variety of accessories are available from various retailers of Safe-n-Sound
products.

HEAD REST (IF FITTED)

SHOULDER PADS (IF FITTED )

CROTCH PAD (I F FITT ED)

The Head Rest is designed to snugly support the
child for extra comfort.

If fitting Head Rest for child use, fit straps
through Upper Shoulder Strap Slots and over the
top of the restraint as shown right. Slide Head
Rest up or down to rest above the shoulder strap
slots being used.

Shoul der Pads are designed to provide extra
comfo rt for child and are easily fitted to the
shoul der harness straps.

The Crotch Pad is designed to provide
extra comfort for child and is fitted
to the restraint as follows:

Feed Crotch Buckle through the
slot in crotch pad as shown.

Head Rest straps should be over the

top of the Restraint and through top slots.

Head Rest

straps

Shoulder Pads

Crotch

Buckle Pad

Shoulder

Strap Slots

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.

Anchor bolt

Lock washer

Anchor fitting

Spacers (if required)

Trim

Metal
panel

Securing nut

Lock washer

Anchor bolt

Anchor fitting

Spacers (if required)

Reinforcing washer

Trim

Metal
panel

Centre line of
seating position

200 mm

min.

Drill 9 mm

diameter hole.

Do not drill

through fuel

lines, fuel tanks,

electrical wiring

or radio speakers.

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.

Front of vehicle

Front of vehicle

6

CORRECT

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

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

Front of vehicle

HOW TO INSTALL

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:

Secure or remove any vehicle contents.

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

Make sure the Attachment Clip is correctly engaged.

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

A.

B.

C.

UPPER ANCHORAGE STRAP

15

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

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.

TO CLEAN HARNESS BUCKLE:

If sticky liquids such as baby formula, fruit juice, etc. get inside your Harness Buckle, it may
become sluggish. An indication of a sluggish Harness Buckle is that you cannot hear a click
when engaging the Harness Tongues. To restore the Harness Buckle to good working order it
needs to be cleaned as follows:

From the underside of the restraint
pull each crotch 3-bar slide then
turn 3-bar slide and push through
each slot to remove the Harness
Buckle from the restraint.

Place the Harness Buckle under warm
(approx. 40 degrees Celsius) running
water as shown below. Let the water run
through the mouth of the buckle for five
minutes.

A.

B.

C. Engage and disengage the Har ness

Tongues and Buckles several times until
a strong audible click is heard.

D. If you still cannot hear a strong audible

click after engaging the Harness Tongues
& Buckle, then repeat cleaning several
times. If the Harness Buckle cannot be
returned to its original working condition
then contact Britax Child-Care Products.

Click

Cover

Body

3-bar
slide

REGULAR CARE OF THIS RESTRAINT:

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

Please check the following items regularly to ensure the safety of your child:

Check the webbing for fraying.

Check that the buckle clicks and is not sluggish or sticky in operation.

Ensure there are no cracks in moulding or the plastic moulding.

Check the harness adjuster is operating and is clamping the webbing.

If any part of the restraint is cracked or broken, seek repair immediately or replace the
child restraint.

E. Refit the harness buckle to the restraint

with the red button facing out & feeding
each 3-bar slide through appropriate slot.

HOW TO INSTALL

7

TO REMOVE RESTRAINT FROM VEHICLE

A.

B.

C.

Disengage seat belt tongue from buckle and remove from restraint.

Fully press Upper Anchorage Strap Adjuster Button (A)
while pulling Upper Anchorage Strap (B) to slacken as
shown right. In some vehicles loosening of the Upper
Anchorage Strap may be difficult. If so, try pushing the
restraint against the vehicle seat back or slightly lifting
the restraint to release the tension.

Disengage Attachment Clip from Anchor Fitting. The
child restraint is now disconnected.

Pull Adjustment Strap
to remove slack

Storage
Strap

Fully press Adjuster Button (A)
while pulling Upper Anchorage
Strap (B) to lengthen.

A

B

HOW TO CLEAN

14

Shoulder

Strap Slots

Harness

Adjustment

Strap

The restraint has a flame retardant cover which is removable for cleaning. Cleaning instructions
are on the care label attached to the cover. If fluffy cover is fitted then washing cover prior to use
will remove excess fluff. Ensure that the inside of the buckle is free of foreign matter. Cleaning
instructions are on page 15. Use only mild soap and water to clean all metal and plastic parts of
the restraint.

Remove the restraint from vehicle as instructed on page 7.

Disengage harness tongues from harness buckle.

Remove any accessories, if fitted as instructed on page 16.

Disengage harness straps from harness Strap Connector as instructed on page 13, item C.

Unhook the cover at the top and bottom of the restraint. Peel cover from outer rim of the body

starting from on both sides and then at , at the top.

Remove the cover while feeding the Harness Tongues & Crotch Buckle through the lap strap
slots in the cover.

Feed the Harness straps and Harness Tongues
through Lap Strap Slots and through matching
shoulder strap slots in the cover and seat.

Stretch cover over the top of the restraint first at ,
then the sides at , as instructed above and then
stretch the cover around the rim of the restraint.

Re-fit the Seat Cover attachments.

Re-engage harness straps to Harness Strap Connector
as instructed on page 13, item E to G.

Feed Crotch Buckle through slots in cover.

The cover has been designed to protect your child when
seated in the restraint. Care should be taken if children
either eat or drink while in the restraint as some food or
drink products may cause damage or marking to the cover.

TO REMOVE COVER:

TO REPLACE COVER:

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

F.

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

COVER (STYLE MAY VARY)

Do not remove Harness Adjustment Strap from Harness Adjustment Strap Lock.

IMPORTANT: Do not pull sticky items from covers as the

cover may be damaged - soak in water and gently remove.

Cover Hooks

SPECIAL FEATURES

Two position
Adjustable height
of shoulder straps.

Fully adjustable
6 point harness.

Harness
Adjuster
Lock.
(Under Flap)

Harness
Adjustment
Strap.

Recline
Latch.

Padded cover
for comfort.

Vehicle

seat belt.

Front of vehicle

Harness
Buckle

Harness
Tongues

Support Base.

Easy fitting of

lap or lap-sash

seat belts.

Quick release

Harness Buckle.

(Red button)

Strap Connector

13

HOW TO USE

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

Upper shoulder strap slots.
Lower shoulder strap slots.
Shoulder harness straps.
Harness tongues & buckle.
Lap strap slots.
Crotch strap slots.

ADJUSTING SHOULDER HARNESS STRAPS HEIGHT

Correct fitment of the harness is very impor tant as it restrains the child in the restraint. The
harness must fit firmly around the upper torso of the child and be positioned so as to leave the
child's arms and legs free.

FOR CHILD USE: The shoulder straps must be in the slots
which are nearest to the child’s shoulders, but not more than
25mm below the child’s shoulders. If the harness straps are
more than 25 mm below the level of the child's shoulders
then the child is too large for the
restraint and the restraint
should not be used.

22

11

66

66

33 33

44

55

55

STEPS IN CHANGING SHOULDER STRAP SLOTS

8

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

Upper Anchorage
Strap Adjuster.

Upper Anchorage
Storage Strap.

Attachment

Clip & Cover.

Anchor Fitting.Adjustable Upper

Anchorage Strap

Length 1210 mm

from back of

restraint.

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

F.

G.

Remove the restraint from the vehicle.

Lengthen harness as instructed on page 12 point A.

At the rear of the restraint, remove one of the harness shoulder
straps from metal Strap Connector by slipping strap through
open slot. The metal Strap Connector is shown right.

Pull one strap through slot.

Insert shoulder harness strap through slot which will
position shoulder harness strap level with or above the
child’s shoulders as shown right. Ensure that the shoulder
harness strap passes through matching slots in cover & body.

Ensure there are no twists in the harness strap and connect
shoulder harness strap to metal Strap Connector at rear of
restraint.

Repeat for other shoulder harness strap. It is better to change
one strap at a time so that the other strap will be a guide for
re-assembly.

WARNING: Do not use the restraint with harness

shoulder straps set at different heights or fed through
mis-matching slots. Ensure harness straps are not twisted and
that all straps are secure by pulling each harness strap.

25mm

Front of vehicle

To be used only in forward-facing position for a child weighing from 8kg to 18kg

9

SUITABLE FOR USE

To be used only in a forward facing
position for a chlid weighing from
8 kg to 18 kg.

8 kg min.

18 kg max.

TO BE USED WITH A LAP-SASH OR LAP ONLY
SEAT BELT IN THE FRONT OR BACK OF MOST
CARS WITH FORWARD-FACING SEATS.

WARNINGS

Do not use the restraint without the Upper Anchorage Strap correctly attached.

If your vehicle is not fitted with an anchor point, please contact a Safety Restraint Fitting Station
authorised by the relevant State Government Body for correct fitment of the restraint. In New
Zealand contact the agent for the vehicle. The upper anchorage strap must be attached to an
anchorage point using an extension strap if necessary.

When using the restraint in the front seat, do not use the rear seat. The upper anchorage strap
will need to pass the rear seating position to attach to an anchorage point.

Do not use on any vehicle seat which faces sideways or rearwards.

DO NOT USE A CHILD RESTRAINT IN A SEATING POSITION WHERE AN AIRBAG IS FITTED.
FOLLOW CAR MANUFACTURER’S RECOMMENDATIONS.

HOW TO USE

12

?

Lift & hold
Harness Adjuster Lock up
(Under Flap)

Pull to
lengthen

Pull to
tighten

Front of vehicle

PLACING CHILD IN THE RESTRAINT

A. Lengthen harness by lifting Harness

Adjus ter Lock up (under flap) while
pulli ng on either shoulder strap until the
harness will accomodate the child.

B. Place child in the restraint and feed

each arm through shoulder straps. Pull
harness buckle up between child’s legs.

D.

TO REMOVE CHILD

Ensure slack is removed from harness lap strap by pulling shoulder
straps then pull harness adjustment strap to adjust harness to a
comfortable but firm fit. Check that slack in straps is minimal.
Shoulder Harness Straps must fit firmly to the child. A loose
harness could result in serious injury in an accident.

Do not use restraint if straps do not tighten and contact your local
authorised service agent for repair.

Press red button on harness buckle then both harness tongues will
be released. Lift the shoulder straps from the child’s shoulders.

Harness
Lap Strap

Crotch Straps

Shoulder
Strap

Pull to remove slack

from Harness Lap Strap

C. Fit either harness tongue into the harness buckle followed by the other tongue until a click is

heard. Should the second tongue not insert - press the red button and reinser t the tongues.
Ensure secure engagement by pulling harness straps.

Click

B.

INSTALLING INTO VEHICLE (FORWARD FACING)

HOW TO INSTALL

(UPRIGHT OR RECLINED)

A. Determine whether an upright or reclined installation is preferred as shown below.

THIS RESTRAINT MUST BE USED IN A FORWARD FACING POSITION.

C.D.Position restraint in forward facing mode and align restraint centrally to the chosen seating

position as shown on page 8. Some vehicle seat fabrics (particularly
velours) may be damaged by a child restraint used
continuously. We recommend the need of a thick
towel or other protection to keep the vehicle
seat in good condition.

Fully lengthen seat belt. Insert seat belt into
child use seat belt path as shown right,
ensuring that the seat belt is behind the
harness straps and that the lap part of the
seat belt is below the hooks as shown right.

HOW TO INSTALL

E. Engage seat belt buckle and tongue, ensure to remove all slack from lap part of seat belt by

pulling sash belt. Adjust the seat belt to hold the restraint firmly against the vehicle seat. For
inertia/retractable seat belts, allow excess belt to feed back into retractor.

Fit the attachment clip to the anchor
fitting as shown right. Make sure to
remove as many twists as possible
from the upper anchorage strap.

Tighten Adjustable Upper
Anchorage Strap by pulling
adjustment strap to
remove slack as
shown right, but do
not over-tighten
causing the restraint
base to lift off the
vehicle seat. Fold up
excess strap and use
storage strap to
neatly store excess
strap away from
child's reach.

F.

G.

Anchor
fitting

Attachment

Clip & Cover

11

Sash seat belt

Recline Latch

Upright
position.

UPRIGHT

Recline
position.

RECLINED

Front of vehicle

Child use

seat belt

path

A

B

Fully press & push Adjuster
Button (A) while pulling Upper
Anchorage Strap (B) to lengthen.

To return restraint to upright position press
Recline latch on the front of restraint base,
while with the other hand firmly grasp lower
front of restraint body, gently slide the
restraint body back to upright position.

B. To recline restraint, press Recline latch

on the front of the Restraint base, while
with the other hand grasp the front of the
restraint body and slide forward.

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Upper Anchorage

Strap

Storage

Strap

Upper Anchorage
Adjustment Strap

Pull to remove

slack

Anchor Fitting

Attachment

Clip & Cover

Hook

Hook

Ensure lap part of seat
belt is below the Hooks.

Lap seat belt