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Starriser Comfy
User Guide
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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
This product and its components are subject to change without notice.
© 2004 Britax Child Safety, Inc. All rights reserved.
Printed in U.S.A.
P202700 R10:10/04
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Use only with children whose height is between 43 and 53
inches (109 and 135 cm).
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Use only the vehicle’s lap and shoulder belt system when
restraining the child in this seat.
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Secure this child restraint with a vehicle belt.
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Follow all instructions on this child restraint and in the written
instructions.
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Register your child restraint with the manufacturer.
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Use restraint forward facing only!
• This child restraint must not be used in the home, in boats, or
other non-certified applications.
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Secure this child restraint even when it is not occupied. In a
crash, an unsecured child restraint may injure vehicle occupants.
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This booster seat is not compatible with vehicle child restraint
anchorage systems (LATCH).
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Starriser Comfy users must only use the backrest when properly
attached to the booster base.
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The backrest must be properly installed, in Starriser Comfy
configuration, for use in vehicle seats that do not provide adequate
rear head support.
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Do not, except as described in this book, attempt to disassemble
or modify any part of the booster seat or vehicle belts.
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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.
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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.
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Do not use anything to raise the booster seat off the vehicle seat.
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Do not allow children to play with this booster seat.
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Do not leave children alone in a vehicle, even for a short time.
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Safety Information
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Safety Information
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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.
Important Notes
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
DO NOT place a child restraint in the front
seat of a vehicle with a passenger air bag
unless the air bag is turned off. DEATH or
SERIOUS INJURY can occur. The back seat
is the safest place for children under 12.
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Vehicle Seating Positions
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Vehicle Safety Belts
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IMPORTANT: Some vehicles have no seating
positions that are compatible with this booster
seat. If in doubt, contact the vehicle
manufacturer for assistance.
To protect your child in a crash, you must use
this booster seat with compatible vehicle
safety belts. Only use with three-point (lap
and shoulder) safety belts that are not
motorized or anchored on the vehicle door.
The following types of vehicle belts are not
compatible with this booster seat:
Two-point belts of any kind.
Front vehicle belts with top or bottom
anchorage points in the door.
Motor driven automatic vehicle belts.
Three-point belts that have separate
retractors for the shoulder section and
the lap section.
The vehicle owner's manual will have
information on the types of seat belts in the
vehicle. If the belt type is listed above, select
another seating position.
This booster seat can fit securely in most
vehicles using the existing vehicle belts.
However, some types of vehicle designs
prevent a secure fit, due to the position of
vehicle belt lower anchorage points.
WARNING:
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Britax and the U.S. Department of Transportation warn that
children 12 and under must ride in the rear seats, away from
front air bags. The only exception is if the air bag is turned off.
When using in vehicle with air bags, refer to the vehicle
owner’s manual for additional child restraint installation
instructions and precautions.
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Forward facing vehicle seats MUST be used with this booster
seat. Side facing or rear facing seats in vans, station wagons or
trucks CANNOT be used.
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Starriser ComfyTM: Adjustments
IMPORTANT:
This section applies only to the Starriser Comfy. If
you are using a Starriser, refer to page 12.
The purpose of the Starriser Comfy belt-adjusting booster with
backrest is to adapt the adult vehicle safety belt to the body size of
the child. It is important to adjust the width of the booster base
correctly and to use the belt guide to properly align the safety belt.
Adjusting the Base
The armrests of the Starriser Comfy must
be snug against the hips of the child to
properly align the lap belt across the
child’s hips.
1 Turn the width adjustment knob
counter-clockwise to loosen. (Fig. A)
2 Pull sides of booster apart. (Fig. B)
3 Adjust width as shown in Figure B.
4 Turn the width adjustment knob
clockwise to tighten. (Fig. A)
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Make sure that the cover fasteners are
properly adjusted to the new position.
NOTE:
As your child grows, further
width adjustments will be necessary.
Removing the Backrest
1 Pull connector release button (Fig.
C-1) toward the front of the seat,
while pulling the wedges (Fig. E) up
and away from the seat to remove.
2 Press both connector release buttons
(Fig. C-1), then pull backrest away
from the base to remove.
WARNING: Leave the wedges attached
to the backrest. If not attached, the wedges
could be lost or pose a choking hazard.
IMPORTANT:
Do not use the backrest
alone. The backrest must be correctly
installed on the Starriser base before use.
Attaching the Backrest
1 Locate the slots located at the rear of
the base. (Fig. D-2)
2
Insert the connectors (Fig. D-3)
located at the bottom of the backrest into the slots on the base.
3 Pull connector release button
(Fig. C-1) toward the front of
the seat, while inserting the
wedges into the slots behind
the connectors. (Fig. E)
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B
A
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4 Push the wedges down, then toward the front of the seat to
lock into place. (Fig. E)
5 Pull the backrest upward with one hand, while securing the
base with the other hand, to verify the backrest is locked into
place.
If you have trouble attaching the backrest, adjust the width of the
base until you see the slots. There is a red guide block located
inside the slots, inside the base. These blocks can be moved from
side to side using a flat head screwdriver. Slide the guide blocks into
position until the slots line up with the connectors for a secure fit.
Adjusting the Backrest
1 Unzip the cover of the backrest.
2 Push the button labeled “Press”
(Fig. F-4) then slide the backrest
upwards to release.
3 With child seated on the base, align
the backrest at the appropriate height.
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The backrest should be aligned so that,
when attached to the base, the shoulder belt guides are slightly above the
child’s shoulder height.
4 Slide the backrest down until the “Press” button clicks into place.
5 Place belt clip in storage slot. (Fig. F-5)
6 Zip the cover of the backrest.
1 Place the Starriser Comfy in a seating
position equipped with an approved
three-point safety belt.
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efer to pages 6-7 to determine the best
seating location for your child.
2 Pivot the backrest to fit the vehicle
seat so that it rests flat against the
vehicle seat back.
• If necessary, adjust the vehicle’s headrest to
allow the backrest to rest flat against the
seat back.
3 Position the lap portion of the safety
belt, so that the belt runs under both
armrests.
4 Position the shoulder portion of the
safety belt, so that the belt runs
under the armrest nearest the buckle,
then through the belt guide, located
at the top of the backrest (Fig A).
5 Verify that the safety belt is properly positioned, as described
above, and that there is no twisting in the safety belt (Fig B).
WARNING:
• DO NOT install this booster seat in the front seat of a vehicle with a
passenger air bag, unless the air bag is turned off.
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ALWAYS use the vehicle’s lap and shoulder belt system when
restraining the child in this seat.
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B
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StarriserTM: Adjustments
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1 Place the Starriser in a seating
position equipped with an approved
three-point safety belt.
2 Position the shoulder portion of the
safety belt, so that the belt runs
under the armrest nearest the buckle,
then through the belt clip (Fig. C).
• If the belt adjuster strap is too long or too
short, adjust the length so that the belt clip
fits snugly against the shoulder of the child
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3 Position the lap portion of the safety
belt, so that the belt runs under both
armrests.
4 Verify that the safety belt is properly
positioned, as described above, and
that there is no twisting in the safety
belt (Fig. D).
WARNING:
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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 install this booster seat in the front seat of a vehicle with a
passenger air bag, unless the air bag is turned off.
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ALWAYS use the vehicle’s lap and shoulder belt system when
restraining the child in this seat.
IMPORTANT:
This section applies only to the Starriser. If you are
using a Starriser Comfy, refer to page 8.
The purpose of the Starriser belt-adjusting booster without
backrest is to adapt the adult vehicle
safety belt to the body size of the child.
It is important to adjust the width of the
booster base correctly and to use the belt
guide to properly align the safety belt.
Adjusting the Base
The armrests of the Starriser must be
snug against the hips of the child to
properly align the lap belt across the
child’s hips.
1 Turn the width adjustment knob
counter-clockwise to loosen. (Fig. A)
2 Pull sides of booster apart. (Fig. B)
3 Adjust width as shown in Figure B.
4 Turn the width adjustment knob
clockwise to tighten. (Fig. A)
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Make sure that the cover fasteners are
properly adjusted to the new position.
NOTE:
As your child grows, further
width adjustments will be necessary.
D
C
B
A
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Care and Maintenance
Removing the Cover
The covers for the Starriser base and Starriser Comfy base are held
in place by buttons visible when you turn the booster upside down.
Be very careful when removing the cover to avoid tearing.
Unbutton and remove the cover, then follow the care instructions
below.
To remove the cover from the Starriser Comfy backrest, unzip the
back of the cover and slide it from the shell and headrest.
To remove armrest covers, slide cover up slightly, then toward the
front of the booster.
Cleaning the Cover
HAND WASH, using cold water and mild soap.
LINE DRY, to prevent cover from shrinking.
DO NOT:
Bleach, machine wash, or machine dry.
Cleaning the Shell
SPONGE CLEAN, using warm water and mild soap.
TOWEL DRY
DO NOT:
Use solvents, abrasive cleaners, or disassemble
booster in any way, except as instructed.
Warranty
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This booster seat was manufactured by Britax. Britax Child Safety, Inc. (“Britax”) warrants this
product to the original retail purchaser as follows:
LIMITED WARRANTY
This booster seat is warranted against defective materials or workmanship for one year from
the date of original purchase. Proof of purchase is required. The exclusive remedy for this
warranty is that Britax will, at its option, provide repair or replacement components for this
product or refund the original purchase price of the product. Britax reserves the right to
discontinue or change fabrics, parts, models or products, or to make substitutions.
To make a claim under this warranty, contact Britax Consumer Services at
1-888-427-4829 or write to us using the address on the back cover of this booklet. Proof of
purchase is required.
PLEASE COMPLETE AND MAIL THE OWNER REGISTRATION CARD WITHIN (30) DAYS OF
PURCHASE.
WARRANTY LIMITATIONS
This warranty does not include damages that arise from negligence, misuse or use not in
accordance with the product instruction.
The use of non-Britax Child Safety, Inc. covers, inserts, toys, accessories, or tightening devices
is not approved by Britax. Their use could cause this restraint to fail Federal safety standards or
perform worse in a crash. Their use voids the Britax warranty.
LIMITATION OF DAMAGES
The warranty and remedies as set forth above are exclusive and in lieu of all others, oral or
written, express or implied. In no event will Britax, or the retailer selling this product, be liable
for any damages, including incidental or consequential damages, or loss of use arising out of
the use or inability to use this product.
LIMITATIONS OF WARRANTIES AND OTHER WARRANTY TERMS AND
STATE LAWS
Any implied warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a
particular purpose, shall be limited to the duration and terms of the express written warranty.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights, which vary from state
to state. Neither Britax, nor the retailer selling this product, authorizes any person to create for
it any other warranty, obligation, or liability in connection with this product.
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