Chicco NextFit Convertible Car Seat, NextFit Owner's Manual

Convertible Car Seat

User Guide

For future use, STORE USER GUIDE

in compartment at rear of base.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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:

Manufactured In:

Registration and Recall 2 Child Guidelines 4 Safe Use Checklist 6 Important Warnings 8 Best Practices 14 Need Help? 15

CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW

Child Restraint Components 16 LATCH and Tether Components 18 LATCH and Tether Storage 20 Selecting Rear/Forward Facing Position 22 Adjusting Crotch Strap 26 Newborn Insert 28

VEHICLE INFORMATION

Vehicle Seating Positions 30 Vehicle Seat Belts 32 What is LATCH? 34 What is a Tether? 36

REAR-FACING INSTALLATION

Rear-Facing Setup 38 Install Using LATCH 42 Install Using LAP-SHOULDER BELT 46 Install Using LAP BELT ONLY 52

FORWARD-FACING INSTALLATION

Forward-Facing Setup 56 Install Using LATCH 60 Install Using LAP-SHOULDER BELT 66 Install Using LAP BELT ONLY 72

SECURING YOUR CHILD

Securing Child with Harness 76 Secure Child Checklist 88

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Installation on an Aircraft 90 Cup Holder 92 Cleaning and Maintenance 94

REGISTRATION AND RECALL REGISTRATION AND RECALL

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.

PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK

CHILD GUIDELINES CHILD GUIDELINES

ONLY use this Child Restraint if the child meets BOTH of the following Weight and Height requirements:

• Weight is between 5 and 65 pounds (2.2 and 29.4 kg).

• Height is 50 inches (127 cm) or less.

See Select Rear-Facing on page 22.

REAR - FACING

The Newborn Insert is only for infants who weigh between 5 and 11 pounds

(2.2 and 5 kg). See Newborn Insert on page 28.

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.

NEWBORN INSERT

5 lbs. 11 lbs. 22 lbs. 40 lbs. 65 lbs.

(2.2 kg) (5 kg) (10 kg) (18 kg) (29.4 kg)

NO LATCH

FORWARD - FACING

See Select Forward-Facing on page 24.

SAFE USE CHECKLIST

YOUR CHILD’S SAFETY DEPENDS ON YOU! You MUST follow the

detailed instructions in this User Guide to ensure the steps below are performed correctly!

Make sure your child meets the age, weight, and height requirements:

Refer to the “Child Guidelines” section on page 4.

Ensure that the Child Restraint is properly leveled when installed:

REAR-FACING requirements on page 40

FORWARD-FACING requirements on page 58

Check Child Restraint for a snug ﬁt in your car:

Choose the proper Child Restraint conﬁguration:

REAR-FACING requirements on page 22

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

(25 mm) from vehicle seat back or side-to-side

1”

FORWARD-FACING requirements on page 24

Secure your child:

Refer to the “Securing Your Child” section on page 76.

Select a safe seating location in your car:

Refer to the “Vehicle Seating Positions” section on page 30 and 31.

IMPORTANT WARNINGS

WARNING

DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND THE PRODUCT

LABELS CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOUR CHILD.

Take Time to Read This User Guide

• Carefully read and understand all instructions and warnings in this User Guide. Your child’s safety depends on you knowing how to setup, install and use this Child 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 User Guide.

• This Child Restraint is not intended for use outside of the vehicle.

Make Sure Child Fits This Child Restraint

• Use only with children who weigh between 5 lbs (2.2 kg) and 65 lbs (29.4 kg) and whose height is 50 inches (127 cm) or less. Determine the right installation setup for your child’s age, weight and height.

• ONLY USE the Newborn Insert in REAR-FACING and only if the child weighs between 5 and 11 lbs (2.2 and 5 kg).

WARNING

DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR

Secure Child Properly

• Snugly adjust the harness around your child. A loose harness could cause the child to be ejected in a 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 sudden stop or crash!

To keep child warm, place a blanket over child and restraint AFTER you have properly secured child in harness.

• ALWAYS check to make sure buckle is securely latched. If buckle separates, child could be killed or seriously injured.

• Make sure the Shoulder Pads are positioned over the child’s shoulders. NEVER use the Child Restraint without the shoulder pads.

• NEVER leave child unattended. Do not allow children to play in or around the Child Restraint.

IMPORTANT WARNINGS

WARNING

DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR

Install Child Restraint Correctly

• WHEN USING THIS CHILD RESTRAINT REAR-FACING, DO NOT 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. For vehicles with side air bags,

refer to you vehicle owners manual for information on your vehicle seat installation.

• ALWAYS install this Child 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 rear facing, side facing or on the back of a folded down vehicle seat.

• ALWAYS secure this Child Restraint with the vehicle’s child restraint anchorage system (LATCH) if available

OR the vehicle seat belt. If the child weighs over 40lbs (18.1kg) ONLY use the vehicle seat belt. DO NOT Use LATCH.

• DO NOT use the lower anchors of the child restraint anchorage system (LATCH) to secure this Child Restraint with a child weighing more than 40 lbs (18 kg).

WARNING

DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR

Install Child Restraint Correctly

• When using FORWARD-FACING, ALWAYS use the top Tether Strap provided with this Child Restraint.

• 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.

• Never leave Child Restraint unsecured in your vehicle even when it is unoccupied. It could injure other

occupants in a sudden stop or crash.

Ensure Child’s Safety When Using Child Restraint

• NEVER leave your child unattended in the vehicle.

• STRANGULATION HAZARD: Your child can strangle in a loose Restraint Harness. Never leave a child in

the Child Restraint with straps loose or undone.

• To prevent ejection or breathing difﬁculties, proper recline is required. When installing the Child

Restraint, check the bubble level on the side of the child restraint.

IMPORTANT WARNINGS

WARNING

DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR

Check Condition of Restraint

• DO NOT use if the Harness or LATCH straps are cut, frayed or damaged.

• DO NOT use this Child Restraint if it is more than 8 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 by Chicco USA. 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 modify your Child Restraint.

• NEVER remove harness or shoulder pads from Child Restraint.

• Do not use Child 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.

IMPORTANT WARNINGS

PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK

BEST PRACTICES

NEED HELP?

• 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 direct 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.

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).

CHILD RESTRAINT COMPONENTS CHILD RESTRAINT COMPONENTS

Adjustment Handle (Head Rest)

Bubble Level Indicator

Shoulder Pads

Forward

Facing

Lock-Off

Tether

Strap

Tether Storage

Forward Facing Lock-Off

Harness

Strap

Crotch

Strap

Chest

Clip

Newborn

Insert

Harness

Release Button

CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW

Harness

Adjustment

Strap

Recline

Adjustment

Handle

Rear Facing

Lock-Off

(Each Side)

Harness Buckle

Recline Position Indicator

LATCH Connector Storage

SuperCinch™

LATCH Tightener

(PULL 2

nd)

Instruction Manual

Storage

LATCH Connector Storage

LATCH Adjuster (PULL 1st)

CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW

LATCH AND TETHER COMPONENTS LATCH AND TETHER COMPONENTS

PULL

TETHER:

Tether Strap

Tether Strap Adjuster

Tether Hook

LATCH:

LATCH Adjuster (PULL 1st)

SuperCinch LATCH Tightener (PULL 2nd)

CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW

LATCH Strap

LATCH Connectors

Tether

LATCH

PULL

CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW

LATCH AND TETHER STORAGE LATCH AND TETHER STORAGE

Always make sure LATCH Components are properly

stored in the compartments when not in use.

LATCH STORAGE:

Store each LATCH strap in the compartments located on either side of

the Child Restraint base when not in use. Make sure LATCH Connector Storage compartments are properly closed.

Fold SuperCinch™ LATCH Tightener (Pull 2nd) strap as shown (1a).

TETHER STORAGE:

Store Tether in the compartment in the back of Child Restraint when

CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW

not in use. Hook on bar and pull strap tight. Make sure compartment door is properly closed.

1 2

CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW

SELECT REAR FACING POSITION

WARNING! REAR-FACING 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 because they are too small, select a different child seat (such as an infant car seat). If the child is not within these requirements because the child is too large, review the FORWARD-FACING guidelines on page 24.

• Chicco and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend all

children ride REAR-FACING until age 2 or they reach the weight/ height limits of this seat.

CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW

• NEVER turn this Child Restraint FORWARD-FACING with an infant less than one year of age.

REAR-FACING:

5 – 40 lbs (2.2 – 18 kg)

Use REAR-FACING with children:

•Who weigh between 5 and 40 lbs (2.2 –18 kg).

•When Harness Straps can be positioned at or below the child’s shoulders*.

See Harness Height Adjustment on page 80.

REAR - FACING

NEWBORN INSERT

5 lbs. 11 lbs. 40 lbs.

(2.2 kg) (5 kg) (18 kg)

CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW

SELECT FORWARD FACING POSITION SELECT FORWARD FACING POSITION

WARNING! FORWARD-FACING 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 because they are too large, select a different child seat. If the child is not within these requirements because the child is too small, review the REAR-FACING guidelines on page 22.

• Chicco and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend that children ride REAR FACING for as long as possible. For the best protection, keep the child rear-facing until the child no longer meets the requirements for REAR-FACING.

CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW

FORWARD-FACING:

22 – 65 lbs (10 – 29.4 kg)

Use FORWARD-FACING with children:

•Who are at least one year old.

•Who weigh between 22 and 65 lbs

(10 –29.4 kg).

•Who are 50” (127 cm) tall or less OR when the top of the ears are below the top of the Head Rest.

•When Harness Straps can be positioned at or above the child’s shoulders*.

See Harness Height Adjustment on page 80.

22 lbs. 40 lbs. 65 lbs.

(10 kg) (18 kg) (29.4 kg)

FORWARD - FACING

NO LATCH

CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW

ADJUSTING CROTCH STRAP ADJUSTING CROTCH STRAP

Adjust Crotch Strap if strap is underneath child.

Lift up on the back padding.

Unsnap each side of the back padding and pull forward on the seat

padding.

Slide the button on the Crotch Strap lock while pulling up on the Crotch

Strap to open the compartment (a,b).

Pull the Crotch Strap forward or backward into desired position.

Close the compartment by pushing down on the door until it locks back

CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW

into place. Check to make sure compartment is locked by pulling up on the Crotch Strap. Re-attach the padding.

CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW

NEWBORN INSERT

WARNING - ONLY use the insert if the child’s weighs

between 5 and 11 lbs (2.2 and 5 kg).

To ensure a better ﬁt for smaller infants the Newborn Insert may be needed. Do NOT use any other infant insert or pillows. Only use the one provided by Chicco for this Child Restraint.

Pull Harness Buckle through slot in the bottom of Newborn Insert.

Pull both Harness Straps over the side panels of Newborn Insert.

Push Newborn Insert ﬁrmly into Child Restraint(a) to make sure it is properly

positioned (b).

CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW

NEWBORN INSERT

3a 3b

CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW

+ 36 hidden pages