Century PM-1378AB User Manual

Instruction Manual
Avoid injury or death -
Read and understand this manual!
Para instrucciones en Español, llamar al: 1-800-837-4044
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Information.....................................1
Warnings.........................................................2
Basic Information.............................................4
Before You Begin
This instruction manual is for:
• Breverra Ascend DX Booster Car Seat
• Breverra Ascend SE Booster Car Seat
Instructions for these models are the same unless otherwise noted.
Vehicle Seat Belts...........................................
16
• Locking Clip.......................................... 23
Additional Information.................................. 24
Installation of Anchor Hardware
Tether Storage
Care and Cleaning
Aircraft Use
Second Hand Car Seat
Special Information
Operations and Adjustments ..............................12
Harness Straps
Harness Tie
Buckle
Tether Strap
Changing Harness Strap Slots
Harness System -
removal and re-assembly.....................
14
Use
Height and Weight Limits..................................5
Installation with harness system....................... 6
Installation without harness system.................. 7
Placing Child In Car Seat -
with harness system...............................
8
Placing Child In Car Seat -
without harness system.......................
10
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
No car seat can guarantee protection from injury in every situation, but proper use helps reduce the risk of serious injury or death.
Child restraints (car seats) could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register this restraint to be reached in a recall. Fill out the registration card attached to car seat and mail today or send your name, address, and the restraint’s model number and manufacturing date to:
Century Products P.O. Box 551 Elverson, PA 19520-9973
or call 1-888-224-6549
For recall information:
• Call the U.S Government’s Auto Safety Hotline at 1-800-424-9393 (202-366-0123 in D.C. area)
• www.nhtsa.dot.gov
• Call Century Products at 1-800-837-4044
Read and understand instruction manual and
car seat labels.
A vehicle combination lap/shoulder belt MUST
be used when using car seat without harness system.
Do not use vehicle “lap-only” belt across front
of child.
Secure children in back seat whenever possible.Never leave child unattended.Install car seat securely.Do not use after date shown on back of
car seat.
Do not allow anyone (babysitter, relatives, etc.)
to use car seat without first understanding all instructions.
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Registration Information
Safety First Check List
WARNINGS - Prevent serious injury or death:
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Never use a vehicle “lap-only” belt across front of child.
Never put a car seat in a front vehicle seat unless recommended by vehicle owner’s manual. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) alerts vehicle owners that according to accident statistics, children up to age 12 are safer in the back seat. For vehicle’s with air bags, refer to vehicle owner’s manual for child restraint installation information.
If car seat is in a crash, it must be replaced. DO NOT use it again! A crash can cause unseen damage and using it again could result in serious injury or death.
Failure to follow these instructions and car seat labels can result in child striking the vehicle’s interior during a sudden stop or accident. Secure child restraint with a vehicle seat belt as shown in this manual.
Not all vehicle seat belts can be used with car seat. Read “Vehicle Seat Belts” section:
• Car seat with harness system MUST be held securely at all times by a lap belt (or lap belt portion of a lap/shoulder belt) that will not change length while driving.
• Car seat without harness system MUST be used with a lap/shoulder belt.
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WARNINGS - Prevent serious injury or death (continued):
DO NOT use car seat if it is damaged or has missing parts.
DO NOT use accessories or parts other than those provided by Century or Graco. Their use could alter the function of the car seat.
Never leave child unattended, even when sleeping.
If car seat has a cup holder, DO NOT put hard or sharp objects in cup holder.
DO NOT use after date shown on back of car seat due to changing requirements and normal wear and tear.
Look for:
BASIC INFORMATION
Always secure car seat with a vehicle seat belt, even when unoccupied. An unsecured car seat can injure passengers.
Protect vehicle seat. Use a car seat mat, towel or thin blanket under and behind car seat.
Car seat parts can get very hot in the sun or warm weather.
To avoid burns, always check before putting child in car seat.
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Do not use car seat on rear-facing or side-facing vehicle seats.
DO NOT USE
THIS CAR SEAT
AFTER DECEMBER
YEAR
Certification
Unoccupied Car Seat
Car Seat Useful Life
Dangerous Vehicle Seats
Vehicle Seat Protection
Warm Weather
With Harness System:
Car seat meets or exceeds all applicable requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for use in motor vehicles and aircraft.
Without Harness System:
Booster seat is certified for use in motor vehicles. Booster seat is NOT certified for use in aircraft.
Without
Harness System
With
Harness System
Child MUST meet all of the following requirements:
• Weight is 30 - 40 lbs. (13.6 - 18 kg).
• Height is 27 - 43 inches (68.6 - 110 cm) tall.
• Child is able to sit upright unassisted.
• Child’s shoulders are not above top harness slots.
HEIGHT and WEIGHT LIMITS
5
Child MUST meet all of the following requirements:
• Weight is 30 - 80 lbs. (13.6 - 36.3 kg).
• Height is 35 - 50 inches (89 - 127 cm) tall.
• Top of child’s ears are not above top of headrest.
Outgrowing Car Seat
80 lbs.
{36.3 kg}
30 lbs.
{13.6 kg}
To avoid injuries from whiplash, top of child’s ears must be below top edge of headrest.
WARNING
40 lbs.
{18 kg}
With Harness System
Without Harness System
Place forward-facing on vehicle seat.
Lift seat pad flap, thread vehicle seat belt through openings and buckle belt (fig. a).
Press down firmly in center of car seat to compress vehicle seat cushion while tightening vehicle seat belt.
HINT: Use your knee to press down in center of car seat (fig. b).
Pull front to back and left to right to check for secure installation (fig. c). Vehicle lap belt MUST stay tight.
If not secure, see “Vehicle Seat Belts” section.
Attach tether hook (A) to anchor hardware (B) and tighten strap to remove any slack (fig. d).
If tether anchor hardware (B) is not available, see “Installation of Anchor Hardware“ section.
INSTALLATION
- with harness system
1
3
4
2
6
(fig. a) (fig. b) (fig. c)
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(fig. d)
Opening
(A)
(B)
Pull to
tighten
Place forward-facing on vehicle seating position with a vehicle lap/shoulder belt. See “Vehicle Seat Belts” section.
Tether may be used to stabilize booster seat:
Attach tether hook (A) to anchor hardware
(B) and tighten strap to remove any slack (fig. a).
If tether anchor hardware (B) is not available, see “Installation of Anchor Hardware“ section.
If not using tether, see “Tether Storage” section.
INSTALLATION
- without harness system
1
7
2
(fig. a)
(A)
(B)
Pull to
tighten
Adjust harness system:
Harness straps must be through slots at or just above shoulders.
Place child in car seat with child’s back flat against back of car seat.
Place harness straps over child’s shoulders and insert tongues into buckle.
Pull up on tongues to be sure they are locked.
Close harness tie:
Position harness tie at arm pit level.
Tighten harness straps so that they are snug with just enough room to insert one finger between child’s chest and harness straps (fig. a).
Thigh straps must also be snug (fig. b).
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2
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PLACING CHILD IN CAR SEAT - with harness system
To prevent serious injury or death:
• Vehicle seat belt must be routed through back of car seat when using harness system.
• Never place vehicle belt in front of child when using harness system.
• Do not use strap covers, blankets, cushions, or padding under harness straps or child unless provided by Century or Graco.
• Do not use harness straps that are loose or unbuckled. They must be snug and positioned over shoulders and thighs.
WARNING
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