Britax STEELCRAFT STRIDER SIGNATURE, STEELCRAFT HA8343 SERIES, STEELCRAFT STRIDER COMPACT User Manual

STRIDER SIGNATURE

TRAVEL SYSTEM STROLLER

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Series HA8343

Suitable for use with the Strider Signature Second Seat, Strider Signature

Bassinet, Steelcraft Baby Capsule or Britax Unity Baby Capsule.

(All products are sold separately)

IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS BOOKLET IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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CONTENTS

STROLLER SECTION

Stroller warnings and important Notes.........................................

Manual handling techniques........................................................

Stroller parts list...........................................................................

Stroller Features ..........................................................................

Stroller configurations..................................................................

STROLLER ASSEMBLY

Opening the stroller frame...........................................................

Attaching the wheel guards.........................................................

Attaching or removing the rear wheels........................................

Attaching or removing the front wheels.......................................

Attaching the stroller seat............................................................

Attaching the canopy...................................................................

Attaching the arm bar...................................................................

Installing the newborn comfort insert ..........................................

Attaching the boot cover...............................................................

Attaching the organiser bag ........................................................

Attaching the cup/bottle holder ....................................................

Removing the cup/bottle holder ..................................................

Installing the shade cover ...........................................................

Installing the rain cover.................................................................

STROLLER OPERATION

Using the brakes .........................................................................

Using the front wheel swivel lock ...............................................

Adjusting the backrest ................................................................

Adjusting the leg rest..................................................................

Adjusting the pivotal handle .......................................................

Securing your child in the harness .............................................

Adjusting the harness ................................................................

Opening the harness ..................................................................

Adjusting the shoulder harness height .......................................

Using the storage basket ...........................................................

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CONTENTS

STROLLER OPERATION

Using the tether strap .................................................................

Removing and reversing the stroller seat ....................................

Using the stroller ..........................................................................

Folding the stroller.........................................................................

Lifting and carrying the stroller ....................................................

BASSINET

Bassinet Warnings & Important Notes ...................................

Attaching the Bassinet to the stroller frame ....................................

Removing the Bassinet from the stroller frame ..............................

Second Seat

Second Seat Warnings & Important Notes .............................

Attaching the Second Seat to the stroller frame .............................

Removing the Second Seat from the stroller frame ........................

BABY CAPSULE

Baby Capsule Warnings & Important Notes ...........................

Attaching the Steelcraft Baby Capsule to the stroller frame ...........

Removing the Steelcraft Baby Capsule from the stroller frame .....

CARE AND MAINTENANCE .................................................

NOTES ...................................................................................

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WARNINGS

WARNINGS:

ALWAYS APPLY THE BRAKES WHENEVER THE STROLLER IS STATIONARY.

• DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED.

• SECURE THE CHILD IN THE HARNESS AT ALL TIMES.

• DO NOT CARRY EXTRA CHILDREN OR BAGS ON THIS STROLLER.

• MAKE SURE CHILDREN ARE CLEAR OF ANY MOVING PARTS IF YOU
ADJUST THE STROLLER.

• DO NOT USE ANY ACCESSORIES OTHER THAN THOSE APPROVED FOR USE
WITH THIS STROLLER BY BRITAX.

• IT IS UNSAFE TO USE ACCESSORIES NOT APPROVED FOR USE WITH THIS
STROLLER.

• THE MAXIMUM WEIGHT OF THE CHILD USING THIS STROLLER IS NOT TO
EXCEED 20 KG. 9KG FOR THE STRIDER SIGNATURE BASSINET, 9KG FOR
THE STEELCRAFT BABY CAPSULE, 12KG FOR THE BRITAX UNITY BABY
CAPSULE OR 17KG FOR THE SECOND SEAT.

FOR IMPORTANT NOTES AND WARNINGS ON ACCESSORIES - REFER TO
THEIR INDIVIDUAL SECTIONS IN THIS BOOK OR THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL
INCLUDED WITH THE INDIVIDUAL PRODUCTS. THE MAXIMUM WEIGHT VARIES
FOR EACH ACCESSORY.

This CAUTION Symbol is shown at certain steps in
this Instruction Manual to highlight the danger of
being injured by moving parts.

TO AVOID INJURY OR DEATH:

ALWAYS FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURES INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS
STROLLER.
THE CORRECT USE AND MAINTENANCE OF THIS PRODUCT IS ESSENTIAL.

CAUTION

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• USE GREAT CARE WHEN USING THE STROLLER ON STAIRS, ESCALATORS,
TRAVELATORS OR OTHER MOVING SURFACES.

• IT IS RECOMMENDED TO REMOVE THE CHILD FROM THE STROLLER
BEFORE GOING UP OR DOWN STAIRS OR ESCALATORS.

• DO NOT LIFT THE STROLLER BY THE ARM BAR (SUPPLIED) BECAUSE IT
MAY DISENGAGE.

• DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO STAND ON THE SEAT.

• DO NOT HANG BAGS UNLESS THEY ARE SUPPLIED OR GOODS FROM THE
HANDLE AS THIS COULD CAUSE THE STROLLER TO TIP OVER.

• DO NOT LEAVE THE STROLLER AND ITS ACCESSORIES NEAR AN OPEN
FIRE OR EXPOSED FLAME.

• DO NOT PLACE MORE THAN 12 KG IN THE BASKET AT SINGLE MODE OR
4 KG AT DOUBLE MODE, OR 1KG IN THE SEAT POCKET (IF SUPPLIED),
1KG IN THE BASSINET POCKET (IF SUPPLIED), 1 KG IN THE CUP/BOTTLE
HOLDER OR 1.5 KG IN THE ORGANISER BAG IF SUPPLIED.

IMPORTANT NOTES

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The SMART lifting technique

This technique can be used to pick up small light loads from low
levels.

Size up the Load

• Assess the load (size, shape and weight).

• Assess whether the load needs to be moved;

• Where is it going to be placed, check that there are no obstructions;

• Assess whether mechanical or human assistance is required.

Move the Load as close to the body as possible

• A load is heavier to lift or carry if it is not close to the body.

• The whole hand should be used to ensure a firm grip.

Always bend your knees

• Maintain balance.

• Keep feet apart and in a comfortable position.

• Minimise lower back bending.

• Bend knees preferable at as large an angle as possible but not at a

right angle use a semi squat in preference to a full squat.

Raise the load with your legs

• Achieve the lift smoothly and without jerkiness.

• Maintain the normal curvature of the spine to allow the force of the

load to be distributed evenly from the spine to the pelvis.

Turn your feet in the direction that you want to move the load.

• Avoid unnecessary bending, twisting and reaching.

• Change direction by turning your feet and not your back.

• To set the load down, squat down, keep your head up and

• Let your legs do the work.

Remember to ‘THINK TALL’ chest lifted, shoulders relaxed, chin
tucked in and head level.

MANUAL HANDLING TECHNIQUES

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PARTS LIST

1x Stroller Frame & Basket 1x Stroller Seat

1x Canopy 1x Arm Bar

2x Front Wheels 2x Rear Wheels

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2x Wheel Guards 1x Boot Cover

1x Head pillow +

2x Shoulder Harness Pads

1x Rain Cover

PARTS LIST

1x Newborn insert +

Back Support Wedge

1x Shade Cover

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1x Stroller Organiser bag 1x Cup/Bottle holder

PARTS LIST

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STROLLER FEATURES

Pivotal handle

Pick-a-boo window

Canopy

Folding lever

Seat release button

Frame socket

Leg rest adjuster button

Wheel guard

Swivel lock button

Front wheel release knob

Front basket access

Arm bar

Side basket access

Rear wheel
release button

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STROLLER FEATURES

Backrest
recline lever

Organiser bag

Tether strap

Frame lock

Brake

Lower mounting brackets

Second Seat safety
release button

Cup/Bottle holder

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STROLLER CONFIGURATIONS

PLEASE NOTE: Shown with optional Accessories (sold separately).

DO NOT exceed maximum weight limits defined in the Baby Capsules
or accessory instruction manuals.

SINGLE MODE

DOUBLE MODE

It is recommended to use the extension receivers (supplied with the
Second Seat). There are various positions available for double mode,

please adjust seat positions and do not use the positions if there is
not enough space for the lower occupant.

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STROLLER ASSEMBLY

IMPORTANT NOTES:

PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 6 FOR SMART LIFTING TECHNIQUES.

• RELEASE THE STORAGE LATCH WITH DUE CARE AND OPEN THE FRAME.

• WHEN OPENING THE STROLLER, BE AWARE OF THE DANGER OF BEING
INJURED BY MOVING PARTS AND LOCKING DEVICES DURING THE
PROCESS. KEEP ALL HANDS AND LIMBS CLEAR OF THESE PARTS.

• THERE IS POTENTIAL FOR FINGERS OR PARTS OF THE BODY TO INJURED
WHEN THE STROLLER IS BEING UNFOLDED, DUE CARE SHOULD BE
EXERCISED.

• KEEP CHILDREN CLEAR OF THE STROLLER WHEN UNFOLDING THE
STROLLER.

• OPEN THE STROLLER SLOWLY AND BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU PLACE
YOUR HANDS. KEEPING YOUR HANDS ON THE HANDLE IS THE BEST WAY
TO UNFOLD THE STROLLER.

OPENING THE STROLLER FRAME

A Push the release on the frame lock

and open the frame.

B Lift handle until frame locks into

upright position.

CAUTION

A B

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STROLLER ASSEMBLY

ATTACHING THE WHEEL GUARDS

ATTACHING OR REMOVING THE REAR WHEELS

A Hold in the rear wheel release

button in the centre of the wheel
and slide the mounting pin into the
housing on the rear axle.
Please ensure It is locked.

B To remove the rear wheels, press

and hold the release button in the
centre of the wheel and pull away
from the wheel housing.

A Slide each guard onto the mounting

bracket above each rear wheel
housing and push down until it locks
into place.

There is left and right wheel guard.

Please ensure it is locked.

A

A B

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STROLLER ASSEMBLY

ATTACHING OR REMOVING THE FRONT WHEELS

A Slide the front wheel mounting pins

into the housing on the frame until
they lock into place.
Please ensure it is locked.

B To remove the front wheels, turn

the front wheel release knob to the
left and pull the wheel out of the
housing.

A B

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STROLLER ASSEMBLY

ATTACHING THE STROLLER SEAT

IMPORTANT NOTE:

ALWAYS REMOVE YOUR CHILD FROM THE STROLLER SEAT BEFORE
INSTALLING, REMOVING OR CHANGING THE SEAT DIRECTION.

PLEASE NOTE: The seat is reversible so it can be attached to the frame in
the forward facing position or the rearward facing position.

A Hold the stroller seat over

the frame and align the seat
connectors with frame sockets.

A B

CAUTION CAUTION

B Push down the seat until both

stroller seat connectors have
locked into the frame sockets.

Please ensure the seat is locked.

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STROLLER ASSEMBLY

ATTACHING THE CANOPY

IMPORTANT NOTE:

The sun is very strong. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CHILD EXPOSED TO THE SUN.
The canopy or hood on this product will not give your child total protection
from the harmful rays of the sun.

A Fit the canopy over the back of seat

and

slide the canopy mouldings onto
the canopy frame mouldings until they
interlock together.

B

To adjust the canopy, open by

pulling forward, or close by pushing
the canopy backward.

C

To expand the canopy unzip the centre

section of the canopy.

D To expose mesh and the window

unzip the mesh cover and lift the
window cover.

A B

C

D

CAUTION

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STROLLER ASSEMBLY

ATTACHING THE ARM BAR

WHEN A CHILD IS IN THE STROLLER, KEEP THE ARM BAR ATTACHED AT ALL
TIMES.

A Align the pins on each side of the

arm bar with the arm bar sockets
on the seat.

Press and hold the
button underneath the arm bar
sockets then slide the arm bar pins
into the sockets until It is locked.

Please ensure It is locked.

B To remove the arm bar, press and

hold the button

underneath the arm

bar

and pull the arm bar out. Rotate

the arm bar for easy access.

A B

CAUTION

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STROLLER ASSEMBLY

B

Place the insert on the stroller seat

and thread the harness waist straps
through the button holes in the back
of the seat insert.

B

INSTALLING THE NEWBORN COMFORT INSERT

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• THE NEWBORN BACK SUPPORT WEDGE HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO HELP
IMPROVE AND PROVIDE A MORE SUPPORTIVE SEATING POSITION FOR
NEWBORN OR LOWER BIRTH WEIGHT BABIES.

• THE STROLLER SEAT SHOULD BE USED IN THE FULLY RECLINED
POSITION WITH THE NEWBORN BACK SUPPORT WEDGE.

• THE NEWBORN BACK SUPPORT WEDGE SHOULD BE REMOVED AS YOUR
BABY GROWS.

• WHILE USING THIS PRODUCT REGULARLY CHECK TO ENSURE THAT THE
HARNESS STRAPS REMAIN TIGHT.

A To use the newborn back support

wedge, place the newborn back

support wedge firmly in the seat.

Wedge

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C To use the head pillow, place the

head pillow on the stroller seat
and connect the hook and loop to
desired position.

STROLLER ASSEMBLY

C

D Slide the shoulder harness pads

onto the shoulder harness straps
and adjust to the position which fits
comfortably on the child.

D

IMPORTANT NOTE:

ENSURE THAT THE SHOULDER STRAPS ARE FITTED THROUGH THE APPROPRIATE
HARNESS SLOTS TO SUIT YOUR CHILD’S SEATED SHOULDER HEIGHT.

ATTACHING THE BOOT COVER

A Fit the boot cover over the leg rest

and pull the top flap under the arm bar
and over then secure with fastener.

A

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STROLLER ASSEMBLY

ATTACHING THE ORGANISER BAG

IMPORTANT NOTE:

DO NOT PLACE MORE THAN 1.5 KG IN THE ORGANISER BAG.

A The organiser bag attaches to the handle just above the handle height adjuster

with hook and loop.

A

ATTACHING THE CUP/BOTTLE HOLDER

IMPORTANT NOTE:

DO NOT PLACE MORE THAN 1 KG IN THE CUP/BOTTLE HOLDER.
DO NOT PLACE HOT DRINKS IN THE CUP/BOTTLE HOLDER.

A The cup/bottle holder can only fit on the right hand side of the frame. Push the

cup/bottle holder attachment lever to the frame tube until the pin is locked into
the hole on the cup/bottle holder attachment lever.

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STROLLER ASSEMBLY

INSTALLING THE SHADE COVER

PLEASE NOTE: The mesh cover can also be used separately on the bassinet
& Second Seat.

A Hook the front elastic section of

the shade cover over the leg rest.
Ensure the mesh cover fits snugly
over the canopy and is securely
fitted to the stroller seat.

B To reveal the mesh window, fold

the fabric cover on top of the
canopy.

Strider

Steelcraft

TM

TM

Steelcraft

TM

TM

A

B

REMOVING THE CUP/BOTTLE HOLDER

IMPORTANT NOTE:

REMOVE THE DRINKS FROM THE CUP/BOTTLE HOLDER BEFORE
REMOVING THE CUP/BOTTLE HOLDER.

A Rotate the cup/bottle holder inwards to

disengage from the pin.

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STROLLER ASSEMBLY

INSTALLING THE RAIN COVER

IMPORTANT NOTE:

ENSURE THE RAIN COVER IS KEPT AWAY FROM THE CHILD’S FACE.
REFIT THE RAIN COVER IF REQUIRED TO ENSURE YOUR CHILD IS SAFE.

PLEASE NOTE: The rain cover can be used separately on the bassinet and
Second Seat. The rain cover includes an extension which is easily secured
to the rain cover with a zipper. The rain cover extension is designed to t
the stroller when using both the top seat and second child seat, top seat
and Baby Capsule or Baby Capsule and second child seat.

A Hook the front elastic section

of rain cover over the leg rest.
Ensure the rain cover fits snugly
over the canopy and is securely
fitted to stroller seat.

B Attach the rain cover extension

as required and secure to the rain
cover with the zipper attachment.

PLEASE NOTE: The rain cover is not design
to t over two Baby Capsules.

Strider

Steelcraft

TM

TM

A B

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STROLLER OPERATION

USING THE BRAKES

ALWAYS APPLY THE BRAKES WHEN

THE STROLLER IS STATIONARY.

B To disengage the brake, step on

the red brake pedal until you hear
a ‘click’. The indicator window will
change to green.

A To engage the brake, step on the

red brake pedal until you hear a
‘click’. The indicator window will
change to red.

USING THE FRONT WHEEL SWIVEL LOCK

PLEASE NOTE: Always lock the swivel wheels when locking the stroller on
rough surfaces as this will minimise wheel wobble.

The swivel wheels should only be locked when the wheels are in the trailing
position (wheels under frame).

A To lock the front wheels into the fixed

position, press the grey swivel lock
down on both wheels until they lock
into position.

A B

WARNINGS:

A

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ADJUSTING THE BACKREST

• THE UPRIGHT POSITIONS ARE NOT SUITABLE FOR USE WITH CHILDREN LESS
THAN 6 MONTHS OLD.

• THE LOWEST RECLINE POSITION SHOULD BE USED TO TRANSPORT BABIES.

THE
BACKREST CAN BE ADJUSTED TO A MORE UPRIGHT POSITION AS THE CHILD
GROWS OLDER AND IS ABLE TO SUPPORT ITS HEAD WITHOUT ASSISTANCE.

PLEASE NOTE: If the child is sitting in the seat, support the backrest as it
reclines. If you have difficulty adjusting the backrest you may need to remove
the child from the seat to allow you to raise or lower the backrest with ease.

STROLLER OPERATION

USING THE FRONT WHEEL SWIVEL LOCK

B To allow the wheels to swivel, push

the grey swivel wheel lock up on both
wheels until they lock into position.

PLEASE NOTE: There are four backrest
positions.

A Lift the recline lever on the back of the

seat and hold while raising or lowering
the backrest to the desired position.

B

WARNINGS:

A

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STROLLER OPERATION

ADJUSTING THE LEG REST

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• THE LEG REST FEATURE IS PROVIDED FOR YOUR CHILD’S COMFORT.

• THE LEG REST IS NOT DESIGNED TO SUPPORT EXTRA WEIGHT.

• DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO STAND OR SIT ON THE LEG REST, IT WILL
DISENGAGE IF EXTRA WEIGHT IS APPLIED.

• IF LEG REST DISENGAGES SIMPLY LIFT UP AGAIN TO RESET LEG REST
MODE.

A Press the two release buttons on

both sides of the leg rest hinge and
hold while raising or lowering the leg
rest to the desired position.

ADJUSTING THE PIVOTING HANDLE

PLEASE NOTE: The pivotal handle has 7
positions.

A Press the two release buttons on the

inside of the handle and hold while
raising or lowering the handle to the
desired position.

When the desired height has been

achieved let go of both release
buttons.

A

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STROLLER OPERATION

USE THE HARNESS AT ALL TIMES.

• ENSURE YOUR CHILD IS SECURED WITH A CORRECTLY ADJUSTED HARNESS.

• THE ADJUSTED HARNESS SHOULD CLOSELY FIT THE CHILD.

• NEVER LEAVE THE HARNESS BUCKLED WHEN NOT FITTED TO A CHILD IN THE
STROLLER, BECAUSE THE HARNESS CAN FORM LOOPS WHICH MAY POSE A
STRANGULATION HAZARD.

• WHEN HARNESS IS NOT IN USE, DISCONNECT SHOULDER STRAPS FROM THE
WAIST STRAPS AND BUCKLE TO PREVENT STRANGULATION.

• A five point harness is provided to restrain your child.

• Buckle tongues separate for added safety.

• To reconnect buckle tongues and to secure the child in the harness please

follow the steps below carefully.

PLEASE NOTE: Each waist buckle tongue has a raised rib on one side and can
only be locked into the buckle assembly with the raised rib facing up. Ensure the
harness straps are not twisted as they may become uncomfortable for the child.

A Always apply the brakes before

placing child in stroller seat.

Position the shoulder strap near the

child’s shoulder and position crotch
strap between legs.

Thread the waist strap buckle

tongues through the shoulder straps
tongue guides.

A

WARNINGS:

B Hold the centre button in on the

crotch buckle and insert the waist
buckle tongues into the crotch
strap buckle until you hear a
‘click’.

Repeat the procedure on the

other side.

Please ensure it is locked.

B

SECURING YOUR CHILD HARNESS

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STROLLER OPERATION

A Tighten or loosen the shoulder

straps and crotch strap by sliding
the 3 bar harness adjuster up or
down. The crotch strap should be
adjusted to a snug fit.

CAUTION: DO NOT SLIDE 3 BAR SLIDER OVER THE

SEWN TAB ON SHOULDER HARNESS.

OPENING THE HARNESS

B Tighten or loosen the waist straps,

hold and lift the 4 bar harness
adjuster and pull the harness strap
to adjust to the desired fit. The waist
strap needs to fit firmly around the
child.

A Release the harness by pressing the

centre button in on the crotch buckle
while pulling the waist tongues out of
the crotch buckle.

A

ADJUSTING THE HARNESS

B

A

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STROLLER OPERATION

ADJUSTING THE SHOULDER HARNESS HEIGHT

IMPORTANT NOTE:

THE HARNESS CAN BE ADJUSTED TO THREE DIFFERENT HEIGHTS TO
ACCOMMODATE THE CHILD. THE SHOULDER STRAPS MUST BE POSITIONED
NEAR THE CHILD’S SHOULDERS.

A To change the shoulder harness

height, push the shoulder
harness tongue out of the
current harness slot and through
the back of the seat.

B Select the appropriate shoulder

harness height and pull each
shoulder harness tongue
through the harness slot.

A B

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STROLLER OPERATION

USING THE STORAGE BASKET

IMPORTANT NOTE:

DO NOT PLACE MORE THAN 12 KG IN THE BASKET AT SINGLE
MODE OR 4 KG AT DOUBLE MODE.

PLEASE NOTE: WHEN A CHILD IS IN THE SECOND SEAT, IT IS RECOMMENDED TO
ACCESS THE STORAGE BASKET FROM THE FRONT OR SIDE BASKET PANELS.

USING THE TETHER STRAP

USE THE TETHER STRAP TO

STOP THE STROLLER ROLLING AWAY.

• THE STROLLER IS DESIGNED FOR USE ON FLAT OR GENTLY SLOPING
SURFACES, AND MAY BE UNSTABLE ON HIGHER SLOPING AND UNEVEN
SURFACES AND USERS SHOULD BE AWARE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF THE
STROLLER ROLLING AWAY OR TIPPING OVER.

• NEVER LET GO OF THE STROLLER WHEN PARKED ON AN INCLINE OR SLOP­ING SURFACE BECAUSE IT MAY SLIDE OR TIP OVER. ALWAYS PARK ON A
FLAT SURFACE AND APPLY THE BRAKES.

• ALWAYS APPLY THE BRAKES WHENEVER THE STROLLER IS STATIONARY.

A A wrist tether strap is provided

on the handle grip. Slide your
hand through the tether strap
loop whenever you use the
stroller. Only remove your hand
from the tether strap loop
when the brakes have been
applied to the stroller wheels.

WARNINGS:

A

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REMOVING & REVERSING THE STROLLER SEAT

IMPORTANT NOTE:

ALWAYS REMOVE YOUR CHILD FROM THE STROLLER SEAT BEFORE INSTALLING,
REMOVING OR CHANGING THE SEAT DIRECTION.

PLEASE NOTE: The seat is reversible so it can be attached to the frame in
the forward facing position or the rearward facing position.

STROLLER OPERATION

A Hold the stroller seat or arm bar

on both sides with your hands.
Then with your finger or thumbs,
press in and hold the grey
stroller seat release buttons.

B Continue to press in and hold

the grey stroller seat release
button and lift the stroller seat
up and away from the stroller
frame.

A B

C Turn the seat facing opposite

direction and then attach the stroller
seat to the frame in the rearward
facing position.

C

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STROLLER OPERATION

USING THE STROLLER

PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 6 FOR SMART LIFTING TECHNIQUES.

• Always ensure you bend your knees where appropriate and take
due care when lifting the frame.

• With your hand through the wrist tether strap loop, push the
stroller holding the handle.

• The stroller can be steered in the desired direction - allowing the
front wheels to swivel will make this easier.

• The front wheels may wobble or oscillate when walking fast,
locking the front swivel wheels will stop this.

• The stroller can be taken up kerbs by either pressing down on
the handles and raising the front wheels or turning the stroller
around and pulling the stroller up the kerb.

• Caution is required when pushing the stroller on a steep slope
as the stroller may become unstable. Always hold the handle
firmly.

• Do not run with the stroller.

• Whenever you stop, always apply the brakes before you leave

the stroller.

• Do not hang bags or goods unless it is supplied from the handle.
Use the storage basket.

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FOLDING THE STROLLER

PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 6 FOR SMART LIFTING TECHNIQUES.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

• REMOVE THE CHILD FROM THE STROLLER BEFORE COMMENCING ANY
FOLDING OPERATION.

• FOLD THE STROLLER SLOWLY AND BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU PLACE
YOUR HANDS.

• WHEN FOLDING THE STROLLER, BE AWARE OF THE DANGER OF BEING
INJURED BY MOVING PARTS AND LOCKING DEVICES DURING THE
PROCESS. KEEP ALL HANDS AND LIMBS CLEAR OF THESE PARTS.

• THERE IS POTENTIAL FOR FINGERS OR PARTS OF THE BODY TO BE INJURED
WHEN THE STROLLER IS BEING FOLDED, DUE CARE SHOULD BE EXERCISED.

• KEEP CHILDREN CLEAR OF THE STROLLER DURING FOLDING THE
STROLLER.

PLEASE NOTE: The stroller seat and wheels can be removed to reduce the
total folded size.
With the stroller seat attached, folding the leg support will also help to
reduce the folded size.

FOLDING TIPS:

1. For easier handling. It is recommended to remove the stroller seat from
the frame (Refer to Page 31) before folding. Then fold the frame and put
both the seat and frame in the car.

2. For smaller cars it may be convenient to simply remove the rear wheels.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

• Remove the bassinet or Baby Capsule if connected to the frame prior to
folding.

• The Second Seat can either be removed or folded up prior to folding.

• The rain cover must also be removed if tted.

STROLLER OPERATION

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FOLDING THE STROLLER

PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 6 FOR SMART LIFTING TECHNIQUES

• Remove the child from the stroller.

• Engage the brakes. (Refer to Page 24)

• Ensure the front wheels are in swivel mode so the front wheels will
automatically position under the stroller during folding. (Refer to
Page 25)

• Close the canopy. (Refer to Page 17)

• Adjust the leg rest to the lowest position. (Refer to Page 26)

• Make sure the handle height is set to the highest position aligned with
frame to prevent the handle coming in contact with the wheels when
folded.

PLEASE NOTE: It is recommended to remove the stroller seat from the frame
(Refer to Page 31) before folding. Then fold the frame and put both the seat
and frame in the car.

STROLLER OPERATION

1

2

A Engage the brake.

Pull up the folding levers

(1 & 2) and begin to
push the handle down to
fold.

B Continue folding all the way down until frame is

fully folded and frame lock is engaged. Ensure
the frame is securely locked.

A B

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STROLLER OPERATION

CAUTION:

IF YOU HAVE CHOSEN NOT TO REMOVE THE STROLLER SEAT FROM THE
FRAME THE STROLLER CAN BE FOLDED WITH THE TOP SEAT AND
SECOND SEAT ATTACHED TO THE STROLLER FRAME,

HOWEVER, CAUTION
MUST BE TAKEN WHEN LIFTING THE STROLLER BECAUSE OF THE OVERALL
WEIGHT.

PLEASE NOTE: The stroller can fold with seat in any position however
stroller seat in the forward facing position will achieve a more compact
fold. Adjust the pivotal handle to the highest position (Refer to Page 26)
this will prevent the handle coming into contact with the second seat and
causing damage to the stroller when folded.

LIFTING AND CARRYING THE STROLLER

PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 6 FOR SMART LIFTING TECHNIQUES

IMPORTANT NOTE:

• TO AVOID INJURY: BEND YOU KNEES WHEN OPENING, LIFTING, CAR-

RYING, FOLDING, UNFOLDING OR ADJUSTING THE STROLLER OR ANY
ACCESSORIES.

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BASSINET

• DO NOT USE THE BASSINET ONCE THE CHILD CAN SIT UP.

• IT IS UNSAFE TO USE ACCESSORIES NOT APPROVED FOR USE WITH THIS

STROLLER

• DO NOT USE ANY ACCESSORIES OTHER THAN THOSE APPROVED FOR USE

WITH THIS STROLLER BY BRITAX.

• THE MAXIMUM WEIGHT OF THE CHILD USING THE PRODUCT IS NOT TO

EXCEED 9KGS.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• THE STEELCRAFT SIGNATURE & STRIDER COMPACT BASSINETS ARE

ONLY COMPATIBLE BASSINET DESIGNED TO FIT THE STRIDER SIGNATURE
STROLLERS.

• REMOVE THE STROLLER SEAT OR BABY CAPSULE FROM THE FRAME

BEFORE FITTING THE BASSINET.

• ALWAYS REMOVE YOUR CHILD FROM THEY BASSINET BEFORE FITTING OR

REMOVING THE BASSINET FROM THE STROLLER FRAME.

• THE BASSINET MUST ALWAYS FACE TOWARDS THE HANDLE.

• THE BASSINET MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE FRAME BEFORE FOLDING.

• DO NOT LIFT THE STROLLER BY THE BASSINET.

WARNINGS:

PLEASE NOTE: THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR INSTALLING AND REMOVING
THE BASSINET ON THE STROLLER ONLY. FOR PROPER

USE OF THE BASSINET,
PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL PROVIDED WITH THE
BASSINET.

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ATTACHING THE BASSINET TO THE STROLLER FRAME

BASSINET

A B

B Push the bassinet down until it

is locked into the stroller frame
sockets.

Please ensure It is locked.

A The bassinet must face the stroller

handle.

Align the bassinet directly over the

frame sockets.

REMOVING THE BASSINET FROM THE STROLLER FRAME

A B

B Lift the bassinet completely out of

the stroller frame.

A Firmly lift and hold the bassinet

locking lever up to release the
bassinet from the stroller frame
socket and same time lift the
bassinet up with handle.

CAUTION

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Second Seat

• SECURE THE CHILD IN THE HARNESS AT ALL TIMES.

• DO NOT USE ANY ACCESSORIES OTHER THAN THOSE APPROVED FOR USE
WITH THIS STROLLER BY BRITAX.

• IT IS UNSAFE TO USE ACCESSORIES NOT APPROVED FOR USE WITH THIS
STROLLER.

• THE MAXIMUM WEIGHT OF THE CHILD USING THIS Second Seat IS NOT
TO EXCEED 17KG.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• DO NOT USE THIS Second Seat WITH ANY OTHER MODELS OF STROLLER.

• THE Second Seat MUST BE CORRECTLY FITTED AND LOCKED ONTO THE
STROLLER FRAME.

• THE Second Seat CAN ONLY BE USED IN THE FORWARD FACING POSITION,
CONNECTED TO THE REAR OF THE STROLLER.

• DO NOT OVERLOAD THE STROLLER. OVERLOADING WILL CAUSE THE
STROLLER TO TIP BACKWARDS.

WARNINGS:

PLEASE NOTE: THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR INSTALLING AND REMOVING
THE Second Seat ON THE STROLLER ONLY. FOR PROPER

USE OF THE

Second

Seat

, PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL PROVIDED WITH THE

Second Seat

.

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ATTACHING THE Second Seat TO THE STROLLER FRAME

B Slide the mounting pins into the

mounting brackets (as indicated by
arrow 1) on the stroller frame then
pull downwards (as indicated by
arrow 2).

A For attaching the Second Seat to

the stroller frame Fold the support
bars to the back of the seat and
hold with hands.

Inside the basket

Second Seat

1

2

Mounting bracket

Mounting pin

A Line up the Second Seat mounting

pins with the mounting brackets
on the stroller frame. Line up the
support bars on the Second Seat
with the lower mounting brackets
on the inside of the stroller frame
(located on rear wheel housing).

A

B

C

Second Seat

CAUTION

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E Lift the recline lever of the Second

Seat so the foot end slides
completely down and engages into
the stroller frame.

Pull the Second Seat upwards to

ensure it is locked onto the stroller
frame.

D Lower the Second Seat and

press down until the support
bars are locked into the
lower mounting brackets
on the inside of the stroller
frame (located on rear wheel
housing).

D E

Second Seat

REMOVING THE Second Seat FROM THE STROLLER FRAME

IMPORTANT NOTES:

ALWAYS REMOVE YOUR CHILD FROM THE Second Seat BEFORE FOLDING OR
REMOVING THE Second Seat.

A fold the canopy back, then fully lift the

recline lever and lower the Second Seat
to the lowest position.
While still holding the recline lever,
press the Second Seat safety release
button and continue to lower the seat.

A

CAUTION

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Second Seat

C Grasp the sides of the Second Seat

frame and press the Second Seat
release buttons in on both sides of
the Second Seat.

B The Second Seat must be in

the fully folded position before
removing from the stroller
frame.

B C

E Lift the Second Seat up and away

from the stroller frame.

D While holding the button, lift

the seat up and forward to
release the seat.

D E

1

2

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BABY CAPSULE

• IT IS UNSAFE TO USE ACCESSORIES NOT APPROVED FOR USE WITH THIS
STROLLER

• DO NOT USE ANY ACCESSORIES OTHER THAN THOSE APPROVED FOR USE
WITH THIS STROLLER BY BRITAX.

• THE MAXIMUM WEIGHT OF THE CHILD USING THE STEELCRAFT BABY
CAPSULE IS NOT TO EXCEED 9KGS.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• THE STEELCRAFT BABY CAPSULE, BRITAX SAFE N SOUND UNITY NEOS
BABY CAPSULE OR BRITAX SAFE N SOUND UNITY BABY CAPSULE ISOFIX
COMPATIBLE ARE THE ONLY COMPATIBLE BABY CAPSULES DESIGNED TO
FIT THE STRIDER SIGNATURE STROLLER, THE UNITY BABY CAPSULE TO
BE USED WITH CLICK N GO RECEIVERS (SOLD SEPARATELY).

• THE BABY CAPSULE MUST BE CORRECTLY FITTED AND LOCKED ONTO THE
STRIDER SIGNATURE STROLLER FRAME.

• THE BABY CAPSULE MUST ONLY BE USED ON THE STROLLER FRAME
IN THE REARWARD FACING POSITION (BABY FACING PARENT), FITTED
FACING TOWARD THE STROLLER HANDLE.

• THE STEELCRAFT BABY CAPSULE MUST ONLY BE USED ON THE SECOND
SEAT FRAME IN THE FORWARD FACING POSITION, FITTED FACING
TOWARD THE FRONT OF THE STROLLER.

• SECURE THE CHILD USING THE BABY CAPSULE HARNESS AT ALL TIMES.

• DO NOT LEAVE THE CHILD IN THE BABY CAPSULE FOR EXTENDED
PERIODS.

• THE BABY CAPSULE IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE MOBILITY OUTSIDE OF THE
CAR BUT IT SHOULD NOT BE USED INSTEAD OF AN APPROPRIATE COT.

• THE BABY CAPSULE MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE STROLLER FRAME OR
THE SECOND SEAT FRAME BEFORE FOLDING.

• THE SUN IS VERY STRONG. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CHILD EXPOSED TO THE
SUN. THE CANOPY OR HOOD ON THIS PRODUCT WILL NOT GIVE YOUR
CHILD TOTAL PROTECTION FROM THE HARMFUL RAYS OF THE SUN.

WARNINGS:

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BABY CAPSULE

ATTACHING THE STEELCRAFT BABY CAPSULE

PLEASE NOTE: THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR INSTALLING AND REMOVING
THE BABY CAPSULE ON THE STROLLER ONLY. FOR INSTALLING AND PROPER
USE OF THE BABY CAPSULE IN THE CAR, PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS
MANUAL PROVIDED WITH THE BABY CAPSULE.

ENSURE THE BABY IS SECURED IN THE BABY CAPSULE WITH THE HARNESS
AT ALL TIMES. REFER TO THE BABY CAPSULE INSTRUCTION MANUAL
REGARDING PLACING AND SECURING YOUR BABY IN THE BABY CAPSULE.

B Squeeze in and hold

the latch on either
side of Baby Capsule
handle, rotate the
handle backward.
The GREEN indicator
will now turn to RED.

A The Baby Capsule

must face the stroller
handle. With the
Baby Capsule handle
in the upright position,
align the Baby
Capsule directly over
the frame sockets.

Push down the

Baby Capsule until
connectors have
locked into frame
sockets.

C

Push the Baby Capsule

handle all the way down
until you hear it lock
into the frame sockets,
the handle indicator
should now be
GREEN and the Baby
Capsule should be
locked into the frame.
If the handle indicator
is RED, the Baby
Capsule handle is
not in locked position,
repeat steps.

Please ensure It is

locked.

A B

C

CAUTION

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BABY CAPSULE OPERATION

REMOVING THE STEEELCRAFT BABY CAPSULE

E

Rotate the handle upward

until it returns to the
upright position. Release
the latches, the handle
indicator should now be

GREEN.

D Squeeze both handle

latches in to release the
locks. The indicator will
now be RED.

F Lift and remove the

Baby Capsule away
from the stroller.

A B

C

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BABY CAPSULE OPERATION

ATTACHING THE BRITAX UNITY BABY CAPSULE

WARNINGS:

THE STRIDER CLICK N GO RECEIVERS MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE STROLLER
FRAME BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL THE BRITAX SAFE N SOUND UNITY
CLICK & GO BABY CAPSULE OR THE BRITAX SAFE N SOUND UNITY BABY
CAPSULE.

INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE CLICK N GO RECEIVERS

B Press firmly down on

the Click N Go receivers
until you hear a ‘click’
which indicates the
receivers have locked
into the stroller frame
sockets.

Pull up on the Click N

Go receivers to ensure
they are locked into the
frame sockets.

The receivers are

marked with right (R)

and left (L) inside and

it will fit one orientation
only.

A Align the Click N Go

receivers into the
stroller frame sockets.

C To remove the Click

N Go receivers,

press in and hold the

button on the top of
the receiver and pull
up the receivers out
of the frame sockets.

A B

C

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BABY CAPSULE OPERATION

ATTACHING THE BRITAX UNITY BABY CAPSULE

PLEASE NOTE: THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR INSTALLING AND REMOVING
THE BABY CAPSULE ON THE STROLLER ONLY. FOR INSTALLING AND PROPER
USE OF THE BABY CAPSULE IN THE CAR, PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS
MANUAL PROVIDED WITH THE BABY CAPSULE.

ENSURE THE BABY IS SECURED IN THE BABY CAPSULE WITH THE HARNESS
AT ALL TIMES. REFER TO THE BABY CAPSULE INSTRUCTION MANUAL RE­GARDING PLACING AND SECURING YOUR BABY IN THE BABY CAPSULE.

B Press firmly down

on the Click N Go
receivers until you hear
a ‘click’ which indicates
the Baby Capsule have
locked into position.

Pull up the Baby

Capsule to ensure they
are locked into the
stroller frame.

A Align the Unity Baby

capsule with the Click
N Go receivers.

The Baby Capsule

must be facing
handle.

C Before remove the

Baby Capsule, lock the
stroller brake first.

Squeeze both release

levers on the Click
N Go connectors at
the same time and
support the weight
of the baby capsule.
Lift and remove the
baby capsule from the
stroller frame.

CAUTION

A

B C

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CARE & MAINTENANCE

• To prolong the life of your stroller keep it clean and do not leave
it in the direct sunlight for extended periods of time.

• Removable fabric covers and trims may be cleaned using warm
water with household soap or mild detergent. Allow it to dry fully,
preferably away from the direct sunlight.

• Non removable fabric covers and trims may be spot cleaned
using a damp sponge with soap or a mild detergent. Allow it to
dry completely before folding or storing it away.

• In some climates the covers and trims may be affected by mould
and mildew, to help prevent this occurring, do not fold or store
the product if it is damp or wet. Always store the product in a
well ventilated area.

• When using your stroller at the beach - completely clean
your stroller afterwards to remove the sand and salt from the
mechanisms and wheel assembly. Sand and Salt will cause
premature wear and corrosion.

• If there are compression marks on the tyres - Use a domestic
hair dryer to gently warm (DO NOT OVERHEAT) the tyre and
the compression marks should slowly disappear.

• Always check parts regularly for tightness of screws, nuts and
other fasteners - tighten if required. To maintain the safety of
your nursery product, seek prompt repairs for bent, torn, worn or
broken parts. Use only those parts and accessories approved by
Steelcraft.

THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED FOR COMMERCIAL USE.

BRITAX CHILDCARE PTY. LTD.

A.B.N. 55 006 773 600

Level 4, 650 Lorimer Street, Port Melbourne, Victoria 3207, Australia

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

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Due to our continuing program of development, Britax reserves the right to alter

the specications, color or design without any further notice.

The Steelcraft trademark is the property of Britax Childcare Pty.Ltd - Australia.

The Britax trademark is the property of Britax Childcare Holdings Limited - UK.

Visit the Britax website at: www.britax.com.au or email us at [e-mail]

Due to the variations in the style and design of our products the illustrations used

in this instruction booklet are generic.

This product is designed to comply with Australian and New Zealand standard

AS/NZS 2088:2013 “Prams and Strollers - Safety Requirements”

2018 Copyright Britax Childcare Pty. Ltd. Australia

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