Britax STARRISER COMFY User Manual

Starriser Comfy

User Guide

Contents

Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Vehicle Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Vehicle Seating Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Starriser Comfy : Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Starriser Comfy : Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Starriser : Adjustments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Starriser : Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Care and Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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•Use only with children whose height is between 43 and 53 inches (109 and 135 cm).

•Use only the vehicle’s lap and shoulder belt system when restraining the child in this seat.

•Secure this child restraint with a vehicle belt.

•Follow all instructions on this child restraint and in the written instructions.

•Register your child restraint with the manufacturer.

•Use restraint forward facing only!

•This child restraint must not be used in the home, in boats, or other non-certified applications.

•Secure this child restraint even when it is not occupied. In a crash, an unsecured child restraint may injure vehicle occupants.

•This booster seat is not compatible with vehicle child restraint anchorage systems (LATCH).

•Do not use this booster with two-point vehicle belts (lap belt only or shoulder belt only). Your child would be seriously injured in the event of a crash.

•Based on crash statistics, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recommends that parents select the rear seat as the safest location for a properly installed child restraint. Please study the section on Vehicle Safety Belts in this booklet to ensure the child’s safety. If in doubt about installing the child restraint, consult the vehicle owner’s manual.

•The primary protection for occupants of a vehicle in a collision is the structure of the vehicle itself; a child restraint will not protect a child when the vehicle is seriously impacted. However, correctly installed, a child restraint will substantially improve the chances for survival in most crashes. Make sure that all users fully understand the correct ways to use this child restraint in a vehicle.

•Starriser Comfy users must only use the backrest when properly attached to the booster base.

•The backrest must be properly installed, in Starriser Comfy configuration, for use in vehicle seats that do not provide adequate rear head support.

•Do not, except as described in this book, attempt to disassemble or modify any part of the booster seat or vehicle belts.

•Do not leave loose objects, e.g. books, bags, etc., in the back of a vehicle. In the event of a sudden stop, loose objects will keep moving, potentially causing serious injuries.

•Do not leave folding vehicle seats unlatched. In the event of a sudden stop, a loose seat back could prevent the restraint from protecting the child as well as it should.

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

•Do not allow children to play with this booster seat.

•Do not leave children alone in a vehicle, even for a short time.

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Safety Information

Height Range: 43-53 inches (109-135 cm)

Maximum Height: Child is too tall when top of ears are above the top of a fully raised headrest.

Certification

This child restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety standards. This restraint is not certified for use in aircraft. Lap belts provided in aircraft cannot be used safely with this product.

Registration

Visit BritaxUSA.com to register your restraint online!

Child restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register this restraint to be reached in a recall. Send your name, address, and the restraint's model number and manufacturing date to Britax Child Safety, Inc. 13501 South Ridge Drive Charlotte, NC 28273 or call 1-888-4BRITAX. For recall information, call the U.S. Government's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

Safety Information

in the front air bag

off. DEATH or The back seat under 12.

Important Notes

•Children who weigh 40 pounds (18 kg) or less are best protected in a restraint with a 5-point harness. Britax recommends that children should remain in a restraint with a 5-point harness until reaching the maximum weight or height allowed.

•Set a good example by always wearing your seat belt. Make it a firm rule that the vehicle does not move until everyone is buckled up. Make no exceptions for adults or children.

•Cover the booster with a towel or blanket when the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight. Parts of the booster seat could become hot enough to burn the child.

•Store the booster seat in a safe place when not in use. Do not place heavy objects on top of the booster while in storage.

•To prevent injury due to deterioration, hidden damage, lost instructions, outdated technology, etc., discontinue use of a booster seat that is older than six years or has been in a severe crash.

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