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Car Seat
User Guide
For future use, STORE USER GUIDE in location on bottom of base.
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©2020 Artsana USA, Inc. 03/20
www.chiccousa.com
If you have any problems with your Chicco Child Restraint, or any questions regarding installation or use, please call:
Chicco Customer Service 1-877-424-4226
Please have Model and Serial Number available when you call. These are located on a label on the bottom of the Child Restraint.
For future reference, fill in the information below. The information can be found on the label on the bottom of the Child Restraint.
Model Number:
Serial Number:
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Registration Child Guidelines Safe Use Checklist
Important Warnings Best Practices Need Help?
VEHICLE INFORMATION
Vehicle Seating Positions Vehicle Seat Belts
What is LATCH?
CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW
Child Restraint Components Base Stage 1 & 2
BASE INSTALLATION
Install with Base Setup Install Using LATCH
Install Using LAP-SHOULDER BELT
Install Using LAP BELT ONLY
Install Carrier to Base
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Install Using LAP-SHOULDER BELT |
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Install Using Shoulder Belt Guide |
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Install Using LAP BELT ONLY |
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SECURING YOUR CHILD |
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Securing Child with Harness |
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Secure Child Checklist |
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION |
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Base Release Handle |
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LATCH Storage |
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Newborn Positioner |
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Head Rest Insert |
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Handle Positions |
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Adjusting Crotch Strap |
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Canopy |
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Installation on an Aircraft |
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Cleaning and Maintenance |
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REGISTRATION
Please complete the Registration Card that came with your Child Restraint and mail it promptly.
Child Restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register this restraint to be reached in a recall. Send your name, address, e-mail address if available, and the restraint’s model number and manufacturing date to:
Artsana USA, Inc.
1826 William Penn Way
Lancaster, PA 17601 or call 1-877-424-4226
or register online at http://www.chiccousa.com/carseatregistration.aspx
For recall information, call the U.S. Government’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.NHTSA.gov.
REGISTRATION
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CHILD GUIDELINES
ONLY use this Child Restraint if the child meets BOTH of the following Weight and Height requirements:
•Weight is between 4 and 35 pounds (1.8 and 15.9 kg).
•Height is 35 inches (89 cm) or less and child's head is no less than 1" (25 mm) below the top of the head rest.
Base Stage 2 is ONLY for children who are able to crawl or walk.
The Newborn Positioner is only for infants who weigh between 4 and 11 pounds (1.8 and 5 kg). See Newborn Positioner on page 78.
For premature infants, you must consult the infant's doctor before using this Child Restraint. A premature infant may have difficulty breathing or have other medical problems when placed in a seated position.
CHILD GUIDELINES
WARNING! Use of this Child Restraint is ONLY for children who meet ALL of the requirements shown here. If the child is not within these requirements, select a different car seat (such as a convertible car seat).
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NEWBORN POSITIONER |
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4 lbs. |
11 lbs. |
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(1.8 kg) |
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NEVER turn this Child Restraint FORWARD-FACING. Discontinue the use of this Child Restraint as soon as the child reaches either the maximum weight OR maximum height.
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SAFE USE CHECKLIST
YOUR CHILD’S SAFETY DEPENDS ONYOU! You MUST follow the detailed instructions in this User Guide to ensure the steps below are performed correctly!
Make sure your child meets the weight and height requirements:
Refer to the “Child Guidelines” section on page 4.
If using Base, select the correct Base Stage for your child's developmental milestones, age, weight and height:
Refer to the “Base Stage 1” requirements section on page 26. Refer to the “Base Stage 2” requirements section on page 28.
Select a safe seating location in your car:
Refer to the “Vehicle Seating Positions” section on page 16 and 17.
Install Base or Carrier Rear-Facing ONLY:
Refer to the “Child Guidelines” section on page 4.
SAFE USE CHECKLIST
Ensure that the Child Restraint is properly leveled when installed:
Check Child Restraint for a snug fit in your car:
While holding Child Restraint near belt path used, pull side to side and forward. Belt should remain tight and Child Restraint should not move more than
1” (25 mm) from vehicle seat back or side-to-side.
Secure your child:
Refer to the “Securing Child with Harness” section on page 66.
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IMPORTANT WARNINGS
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR
FAILURETO FOLLOWTHESE INSTRUCTIONSANDTHE PRODUCT LABELSCAN RESULT INSERIOUS INJURYOR DEATHTOYOURCHILD.
TakeTimeto ReadThisUserGuide
•CarefullyreadandunderstandallinstructionsandwarningsinthisUserGuide. Yourchild’ssafetydependson you knowing how to setup, install and use thisChild Restraint properly.
•Before installing this Child Restraint in a vehicle, be sure to also check the vehicle owner’s manual for information on proper installation.
•NEVER allow others to use this Child Restraint until they have read and understood all instructions in this UserGuide.
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Use only with children who weigh between 4 and 35 lbs (1.8 kg to 15.9 kg) and whose height is 35 inches |
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(89 cm) or less. |
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• DoNot use this child restraint if top of child's head is within 1 inch (25 mm) of the top of the headrest. |
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Only usethe NEWBORN POSITIONER providedfor infants who weigh between 4 and 11 lbs (1.8 and 5 kg). |
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IMPORTANT WARNINGS
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR
SecureChild Properly
•Snugly adjust the belts provided with this child restraint around your child. A loose harness could cause the child to be ejected in a sharp turn, sudden stop or crash, resulting in serious injury or death.
A snug strap should not allow any slack. It lies in a relatively straight line without sagging.
It does not press on the child’s flesh or push the child’s body into an unnatural position.
•NEVER use clothing or blankets that interfere with fastening or tightening the harness. An unsecured child could be ejected in a sharp turn, sudden stop or crash!
To keep child warm, place a blanket over child and restraint AFTER you have properly secured child in harness.
•ALWAYSchecktomakesurebuckleissecurelylatched. Ifbuckleseparates,childcouldbekilledorseriouslyinjured.
•NEVER leave child unattended. Do not allow children to play in or around theChild Restraint.
• ALWAYS keep child properly secured in harnesswhenever child is in carrier. |
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IMPORTANT WARNINGS
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR
InstallChild RestraintCorrectly
• NEVER PLACE THIS CHILD RESTRAINT IN VEHICLE SEATING LOCATION
WITH A FRONTAL AIR BAG, UNLESS THE AIR BAG CAN BE TURNED OFF.
If the airbag inflates, it can cause serious injury or death to your child. Forvehicles with side air bags, refer to your vehicle owners manual for information on your child restraint installation.
• ALWAYS install thisChild Restraint in a back seat if possible.
According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions rather than in the front seat.
•NEVER install in a rearfacing, sidefacing or on the back of afolded downvehicle seat.
•ALWAYS secure this Child Restraint with the vehicle’s child restraint anchorage system (LATCH) if available OR with avehicle seat belt.
•ALWAYSinstall rear-facingwhen usingthisChild Restraint in avehicle.Your child could be killedor seriously
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IMPORTANT WARNINGS
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR
InstallChild RestraintCorrectly
•BEFOREeach use, ALWAYS check to make sure restraint is tightly secured in the vehicle seat.
•NEVER use Child Restraint in a vehicle seating position where it cannot be secured tightly. A loosely installed child restraint will not protect your child in a crash.
•Neverleavecarrierorbaseunsecuredinyourvehicleevenwhenitisunoccupied. It could injureother occupants in a sharp turn, sudden stop or crash.
•DO NOT install this child restraint using an inflatable seat belt.The interaction of the inflatable portion of the vehicle’s belt with this child restraint can result in serious injury or death. Install using LATCH instead, or move the car seat to a position with a suitable seat belt type.
•To prevent ejection or breathing difficulties, proper recline is required. When installing the Child Restraint, check the bubble level on the base. Refer to pages 26-28 to make sure your child meets the requirements for Stage 1 or Stage 2.
•Make sure nothing interferes with carrier attachment to base. ALWAYS check attachment.
•ONLY useChicco Fit 2 infant carriers with Fit 2 bases.
• DO NOT useChicco KeyFit/KeyFit 30/KeyFit 35 infant carriers with theChicco Fit 2 base. |
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IMPORTANT WARNINGS
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR
EnsureChild’sSafetyWhenUsingChild Restraint
•NEVER leavechild unattended.
•SUFFOCATION HAZARD: Infant carrier can roll over on soft surfaces and suffocate child. NEVER place carrier on beds, sofas or other soft surfaces.
•STRANGULATION HAZARD: Children have STRANGLED in loose or partially buckled harness straps. Fully restrain the child even when carrier is used outside thevehicle.
•Fall Hazard: Child's activity can move carrier. NEVER place carrier on counter tops, tables, or any other
elevated surface.
• Fall Hazard: The carrier canfallfrom the shopping cart. Do not use on shopping cart.
• Do not use the infant carrier if it is damaged or broken.
•BE SURE handle is locked in the “carry position” before lifting carrier by handle. An unlocked handle could move unexpectedly, causing injury to child.
•ALWAYS check buckle and other parts for hot surfaces. A hot surface could burn child! Cover unoccupied
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IMPORTANT WARNINGS
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR
CheckConditionof Restraint
•DONOT use ifthe Harnessor LATCH straps are cut,frayedordamaged.
•DO NOT use this Child Restraint if it is more than 6 years old. Check manufacturer’s label on underside of Child Restraint for the “Do Not Use After” date.
•DO NOT use any accessories, pads or products not included with this Child Restraint, unless approved byChiccoUSA. Doing so will void the warranty of this Child Restraint.
•You MUST replace this Child Restraint if it has been involved in a crash, even if you cannot see visible damage. A damaged Child Restraint may not protect your child in a future crash.
•Do not modifyyourChild Restraint.
•For proper removal and installation of the harness straps contactChiccoUSA for additional instructions.
•Do not useChild Restraint if any component is damaged, broken,or missing parts.
Call 1-877-424-4226 to find out if the damaged part or parts can be replaced.
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BEST PRACTICES
•Ensure all vehicle occupants are properly restrained before traveling. Unrestrained occupants can be thrown around and may be seriously injured or seriously injure other occupants in a sharp turn, sudden stop or crash.
•Do not leave loose objects, such as books, bags, etc., in the back of the vehicle. In the event of a sharp turn, sudden stop, or crash, loose objects can be thrown around and possibly cause serious injury to vehicle occupants.
•Cover the Child Restraint when the vehicle is parked in sunlight. Parts of a Child Restraint can become very hot if left in the sun. Contact with these parts can burn a child’s skin. Always check the surface of any metal or plastic parts before putting your child in the Child Restraint.
•To avoid strangulation, Do not allow children to play with vehicle seat belts. If possible, move unused belts out of reach.
•Do not use anything to raise the Child Restraint off the vehicle seat. In a sharp turn, sudden stop, or crash, the Child Restraint could slide and potentially cause serious injury.
•Never use a second-hand Child Restraint with an unknown history.
•Neveruseanyaccessoriesthatarenotincludedwiththischildrestraint,unlessspecifically approved by Chicco. For more information, go to www.chiccousa.com/accessories.
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NEED HELP?
Need Help Securing Your Child Restraint?
The following sources are available to help ensure your Child Restraint is properly installed:
•Contact Chicco USA by visiting our website at www.chiccousa.com or calling our Customer Service 1-877-424-4226. Please have Model and Serial Number available when you call. These are located on a label on the bottom of the Child Restraint.
•Refer to your vehicle manual for Child Restraint installation tips.
•Contact a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician in your area by visiting safercar.gov and select “Find Local Child Seat Help” or call 1-866-SEAT CHECK (1-866-732-8243).
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VEHICLE INFORMATION
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VEHICLE SEATING POSITIONS
WARNING! NEVER PLACE THIS CHILD RESTRAINT IN A VEHICLE SEATING LOCATION WITH A FRONTAL AIR BAG, UNLESS THE AIR BAG CAN BE TURNED OFF.
The back seat is the safest place for children 12 and under. See your vehicle owner’s manual for Child Restraint installation and instructions.
VEHICLE SEATING POSITIONS
Some vehicles have no seating positions which are compatible with this Child Restraint. If in doubt, contact the vehicle manufacturer for assistance. Only forward-facing vehicle seats can be used with this Child Restraint.
Make sure no more than 4 inches (10 cm) |
Do not use on a folded down |
of the Child Restraint base is past the edge |
vehicle seat back. |
of the vehicle seat. |
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VEHICLE INFORMATION
VEHICLE SEAT BELTS
The information in this section only applies to installation with vehicle seat belts.
For simplest installation use LATCH
Vehicle seat belts differ from vehicle to vehicle. Refer to your vehicle owner’s manual for specific information about seat belts and their use with Child Restraints.
Shoulder belt with switchable retractor:
Putting the shoulder belt in the locked/switched mode as the last step is optional. The shoulder belt Lock-Off replaces the need for the locked/switched mode. Using the locked/switched mode may cause Child Restraint to tilt.
VEHICLE SEAT BELTS
The following types of vehicle belts MUST NOT be used to install this Child Restraint.
If any of the belt types listed below are in the chosen seating position, choose another vehicle seating position or use LATCH if available.
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1. Motorized (automatic) vehicle belts. |
4. Non-Locking (ELR) Lap Belts. |
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2. Door mounted vehicle belts. |
5. Inflatable seat belts. |
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3. Lap-shoulder Belts with 2 retractors (unless Lap Belt has a “Lock Mode”). |
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WHAT IS LATCH
WARNING: This Child Restraint is designed to be used with lower LATCH anchors atthe standard spacing (11 inches (28 cm)) ONLY! Refertovehicleowner’s manual for information about LATCH and Child Restraint installation positions.
LATCH = Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren
United States MotorVehicle Safety Standards have defined a system for installing Child Restraints in vehicles called LATCH. LATCH may ONLY be used IN PLACE
OF vehicle belt if the vehicle is equipped with LATCH anchor points. DO NOT use both the seat belt and LATCH at the same time. Please refer to the vehicle owner’s manual for designated LATCH locations in vehicles.
LATCH in the vehicle consists of a top tether anchor point, which is not used with this child restraint, and two lower anchor points. Some vehicles owner’s manual use the term “ISOFIX”. LATCH can also be used in vehicle seating positions equipped with ISOFIX.
IfthevehicleisequippedwithLATCH,thevehicleloweranchorpointsmaybevisibleat theseatcrease. Ifnotvisible,theseatingpositionmaybemarkedwithasymbol(fig.a)ora coloreddot.
WHAT IS LATCH
Vehicle
Lower Anchor
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Vehicle
Seat Crease
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CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW
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CARRIER COMPONENTS |
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Head Rest |
Head Rest |
Insert |
Adjustment Tab |
Head Rest |
Canopy |
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Harness |
Canopy |
Straps |
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Shoulder |
Mount |
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Pads |
Chest Clip |
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Newborn |
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Positioner |
Buckle |
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Harness |
Harness |
Adjuster Strap |
Adjuster Button |
Shoulder |
CARRIER COMPONENTS |
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Belt Guide |
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Handle |
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Head Rest
Cross Bar
Harness
Strap
Harness
Splitter Plate
Crotch Strap
Retainer
Carry
Handle
Handle
Release
Button
Seat Belt Guide
(when installing carrier without the base)
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CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW
BASE AND LATCH COMPONENTS
Base Stage
Lever
User Guide
Storage
(Inside Base)
Bubble
Level
Indicator
Base Stage
Indicator
Leveling Foot
Adjuster
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LATCH
Pull Strap
LATCH
Release
Lever
Carrier
Attachment
Hook
Shoulder Belt
Lock-Off
LATCH |
Recline |
Connector |
Foot |
BASE AND LATCH COMPONENTS
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