Graco 1501 User Manual

Failure to follow these warnings and the assembly
instructions could result in serious injury or death.
FOLLOW ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. If you experience any
difficulties, please contact the Customer Service Department.
DO NOT USE CRADLE as a night-time bed or car bed.
DO NOT USE INFANT CARRIER without the seat cover.
DO NOT USE INFANT CARRIER in a shopping cart.
DO NOT ADJUST HANDLE while infant carrier is on swing.
becomes too active.
DISCONTINUE USING YOUR CRADLE OR INFANT CARRIER should it become damaged or broken.
THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED FOR COMMERCIAL USE.
NEVER LEAVE YOUR CHILD UNATTENDED. Always keep your child in view.
Avoid serious injury. Always use waist belt when child is in the infant carrier.
DO NOT use INFANT CARRIER if child weighs over 25 pounds (11.3 kg). Maximum weight for CRADLE is 13 pounds (5.9 kg).
STRANGULATION HAZARD: DO NOT place cradle or infant carrier in any location where there are cords, such as window blind cords, phone cords, etc.
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Congratulations on your purchase of a Graco®swing!
Graco is the recognized leader in the design and manufacture of quality baby swings. We believe your new Graco
®
swing is a wise choice, promising many hours of enjoyment for your baby.
Before using your swing, please take a few minutes to read this Owners Manual. The short time you spend reading these instructions will help you use your swing properly.
Please save your Owners Manual
for future use.
Customer Satisfaction
Our goal is to make every product the best it can be! If, however, you have a problem, please contact our
Customer Service Department at 1-800-345-4109
between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Eastern time weekdays. Our knowledgeable staff will be ready to answer any questions you may have concerning parts, use or maintenance. When you call, please have the model and serial numbers ready so your call may be processed quickly and efficiently.
© 1995 Graco 165-11-95 IS1554
Model No. __________ Serial No. __________
Dear Customer, Please fill in the
model and serial numbers above from the label beneath the motor of your new swing.
by
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OWNERS MANUAL
Non-Stop
DO NOT place infant carrier near edge of a table or counter. Infant movement or rocking may cause it to move.
Model No. 1501 Series
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
FROM TIME TO TIME CHECK YOUR SWING for
loose screws, worn parts, torn material or stitching. Replace or repair the parts as needed. Use only Graco®replacement parts.
REMOVABLE CLOTH SEAT COVER may be machine washed in lukewarm water on delicate cycle and drip-dried. NO BLEACH.
TO CLEAN SWING FRAME, use only household soap or detergent and warm water. NO BLEACH.
Strings can cause strangulation! DO NOT place items with a string around your childs neck, such as hood strings or pacifier cords. DO NOT sus­pend strings over cradle or infant car­rier or attach strings to toys.
DO NOT use the infant carrier as a car seat. This infant carrier is not designed for use in a vehicle.
PARTS LIST
CHECK that you have all the parts listed
below BEFORE assembling your swing.
If any parts are missing, call Customer
Service at 1-800-345-4109.
Tools required: Screwdriver and wrench
(wrench included)
Wrench
Acorn nut (2)
Plastic leg brace (2)
Leg tip (4)
Upper leg section (4)
Lower leg section (4)
Oval end
Round end
Wire end
Round end
Hanger
Screw (2)
Infant carrier
Motor unit
Cradle
Attaching the Legs
Step 1.
Push oval end of the upper leg sections firmly onto the four plastic pegs. Hold tube vertically while pushing in. Push leg on
completely.
Step 2.
Push the leg tips on the round ends of the lower leg sections. (The other ends have a wire.)
Step 3.
Put the wire end of lower leg sections into the round end of the upper leg sections. Push the sections together while twisting lower leg slightly. This will ensure a snug fit.
Step 4.
CHECK: Lift swing as shown. If legs are assembled properly, the legs will dangle from the motor unit and not fall off.
IF LEG FALLS: Holding leg vertically, push leg firmly up while pushing the motor unit down.
Step 5.
Open the swing legs completely. Snap plastic leg braces onto outside of legs. The plastic pins inside the ends of the braces will fit into the dimples on the legs.
Pull on the leg brace tab to take off.
Do not use
swing without the leg braces.
Wire end
Round
end
(not oval)
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Dimple
Hold tube vertically
Flattened
side
Plastic peg
Attaching the Hanger
Step 1.
With crossbar of hanger toward front of the motor unit,
line up holes in hanger brackets with holes on the sides of motor unit.
Step 2.
Insert screws into both brackets as shown. Fasten with acorn nuts using the enclosed hex wrench. Tighten nuts firmly with hex wrench and screwdriver.
Using the Carrier
Lift carrier in and out of swing.
the handle while carrier is on swing.
Step1.
With baby out of swing, open
the battery compartment by gently pressing on the lid at the ridged area and lifting the lid.
Installing Batteries
NEVER INSERT OR REMOVE BATTERIES WITH BABY IN THE SEAT. THEY COULD FALL ON BABY IF DROPPED!
Step 2.
Insert two D cells. Alkaline or Ni-Cad D cells are best.
Be sure the batteries are put in correctly. (Swing will not run if batteries are put in backwards.)
Step 3.
Snap the lid closed.
Step 2.
Snap handle and hinges together to lock. Be sure
handle is locked into the plastic hinges.
Step 3.
Place cradle in hanger.
Be sure handle notches are seated in the hanger.
Starting the Cradle
Step 1.
Place your child in the cradle.
Step 2.
Set the CONTROL switch between the low and center positions. Your cradle will swing properly only in the lower range.
Step 3.
Push ON/OFF switch to the on position.
Step 4.
PUSH CRADLE TO START. BE SURE YOU PUSH IT UP HIGH ENOUGH FOR THE MOTOR TO GET A GOOD START.
NOTE: Draping a small blanket over side of cradle will slow the swinging motion.
Using the Cradle
REMOVE LAW TAGS FROM THE CRADLE PAD BEFORE USING THIS CRADLE.
Step 1.
Lift top frame of cradle, and turn handle so that it lines up with the plastic hinges.
Not intended for use as a night-time bed or car bed.
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Adjusting the Handle
To bring carrier handle from resting position into position for carrying or swinging, first set the carrier down. Then push down on center of handle, and rotate the handle forward until it clicks into the locked position.
To return the handle to resting position, first set the carrier down. Then push down on center of handle, and rotate the handle backward until it clicks into place.
NOTE: It is normal for the handle to seem loose in the resting position.
Push down on center of handle
Push down on center of handle
Different uses for infant carrier...
Cuddler
Carrier Feeder
...or as a Rocker.
Using the Carrier
Lift carrier in and out of swing.
Do not adjust the handle while carrier is on swing.
Hanger
Notch
Step 2.
Snap handle and hinges together to lock. Be sure
handle is locked into the plastic hinges.
Step 3.
Place cradle in hanger.
Be sure handle notches are seated in the hanger.
Starting the Cradle
Step 1.
Place your child in the cradle.
Step 2.
Set the CONTROL switch between the low and center positions. Your cradle will swing properly only in the lower range.
Step 3.
Push ON/OFF switch to the on position.
Step 4.
PUSH CRADLE TO START. BE SURE YOU PUSH IT UP HIGH ENOUGH FOR THE MOTOR TO GET A GOOD START.
NOTE: Draping a small blanket over side of cradle will slow the swinging motion.
Using the Tray
Unlatch the tray by squeezing the two latches under the tray at the same time, and lift up tray. Be careful not to let tray hit your baby when lifting or closing tray.
To latch tray, push down firmly.
Tray must be latched at all times when baby is in the swing.
Adjusting the Stand
To change recline of the carrier, squeeze the adjustment wire and move to desired position.
To adjust for rocking, move the adjustment wire to the highest position.
Do not change
recline with baby in carrier.
Be aware that infant move­ment or rocking may cause the carrier to move on a table.
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Caring for Your Battery Powered Swing
Problem:
Swing won't operate
Seat doesn't swing very high
Starting the Swing
CHECK that all parts are securely fastened together before using the swing.
Step 1.
Place carrier in hanger.
Be sure handle notches are seated in the hanger.
Hanger
Notch
Step 4.
Place baby in the seat. (If your child is very small, you may want to prop with rolled-up blankets.)
Step 5.
Fasten the waist belt. Adjust belt as needed to get a snug fit around your child.
Step 2.
Open tray and waist belt. Belt buckle will be one of two styles:
Side release bucklesqueeze sides of buckle to release.
OR
Front release bucklepush in on front of buckle to release.
Step 3.
Thread belt through the buckle as shown.
CHECK that the belt is threaded correctly by pulling on the waist belt. The belt should not slip
through the buckle.
Side release buckle
Front release buckle
Pull tab
back
before
threading
Step 6.
Close the tray. CHECK that
tray is latched.
Step 7.
Center the CONTROL switch between low and high.
Step 8.
Push ON/OFF switch to the on position.
For a lower speed, push the
control switch toward low.
For a higher speed, push the
control switch toward high.
Indicator Light­ON/OFF light comes on when swing is turned on.
NOTE: Seat may be stopped any time motor is running without damaging motor. To restart, push swing.
Step 9.
PUSH SWING SEAT TO START. BE SURE YOU PUSH IT UP HIGH ENOUGH FOR THE MOTOR TO GET A GOOD START.
Observe the swinging motion for a minute. It takes time for your swing to adjust to a new setting.
Do not count on the tray or waist belt alone to hold your baby. Always secure your baby with both the waist belt and tray when your child is in the swing.
OR
Swing Replacement Parts
Instructions for ordering swing parts:
Complete form below. Your swing model number MUST be included on the form to ensure proper replacement parts. Your model number can be found on a sticker beneath the swing motor. Payment must accompany
your order.
Return the form below with payment to:
GRACO CHILDRENS PRODUCTS, INC.
CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT
MAIN STREET
ELVERSON, PA 19520
IF YOU NEED HELP
If you have any questions, please call toll-free:
1-800-345-4109
Hours 8 a.m.10 p.m. Eastern time.
Parts List:
Motor unit Infant carrier Plastic hanger assembly Cloth seat cover Waist belt with buckle Plastic leg brace Upper leg section Lower leg section Leg tips (set of four) Cradle
Price:*
$25.00 $30.00
$7.00
$17.00
$7.00 $5.00 (each) $7.00 (each) $7.00 (each) $5.00
$25.00
* Prices subject to change without notice.
Caring for Your Battery Powered Swing
Possible Reasons for Problem:
1. No batteries in swing.
2. Batteries dead.
3. Control setting too low.
4. Batteries in backwards check + and -.
5. Corrosion on battery terminals. Rotate the batteries in place against terminals, or clean with sandpaper or steel wool if corrosion is severe.
6. Baby leaning too far forward.
7. Baby grabbing swing legs. (Discontinue use.)
8. Seat not pushed high enough for good start.
1. Control setting too low.
2. Blanket hanging down, causing increased wind resistance.
3. Batteries too weak.
4. Baby leaning too far forward.
5. Baby too heavy or too active. (Discontinue use.)
6. Soft carpet (swings higher on hard floors).
7. Leg joints not tight. Push upper and lower legs firmly together and twist.
If you still have problems, call our toll-free number, 1-800-345-4109.
Problem:
Swing won't operate
Seat doesn't swing very high
REMOVE BATTERIES WHEN SWING WILL NOT BE USED FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME (THEY COULD LEAK AND DAMAGE THE MOTOR UNIT).
FOR SAFE BATTERY USE:
DO NOT REMOVE OR INSERT THE BATTERIES WITH BABY IN SWING. THE BATTERIES COULD FALL ON BABY IF DROPPED.
KEEP THE BATTERIES OUT OF CHILDRENS REACH.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RECHARGE REGULAR OR ALKALINE BATTERIES. THEY MAY EXPLODE OR LEAK.
DO NOT DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN FIRE. BATTERIES MAY BURST OR RELEASE HARMFUL SUBSTANCES.
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Motor unit Infant carrier Plastic hanger assy. Cloth cover Waist belt with buckle Plastic leg brace Upper leg section Lower leg section Leg tips Cradle
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