Joovy Groove Ultralight 0081X User Manual

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©joovy 2013 • Document Version 112013

Groove Ultralight

0081X

Groove Ultralight Instruction Manual

Please read this instruction manual completely before using this stroller. Keep these instructions for future reference.

• Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or death.

• Never leave child unattended.

• Avoid serious injury from falling or sliding out.

• Always use restraint system and ensure the child is positioned according to these instructions.

• Be certain that the stroller is fully opened, the primary lock is secured and the wheel brakes are on before allowing children near the stroller.

• The parking device should always be engaged during the loading and unloading of children.

• The maximum weight of the child that can be seated in the stroller is 55 lbs.

• Fully reclined seat for children 3 months and above. All other seat positions for children 6 months and above ONLY.

• Use of the stroller with a child weighing more than 55 lbs. will cause excessive wear and stress on the stroller and may cause a hazardous
unstable condition.

• Never use this stroller to carry more than one child at the same time.

• Never allow a child to step on the footrest to get into or out of the stroller.

• Do not use the stroller on stairways or escalators.

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• Any load attached to the handle affects the stability of the stroller. Hanging purses, shopping bags, parcels, changing bags or other accessory
items from handle bars or any other parts of the stroller may change the balance of the stroller and cause a hazardous unstable condition.

• The maximum weight that can be carried in the storage basket is 5 lbs. Excessive weight may result in a hazardous unstable condition.

• The maximum weight that can be placed in the zipper pocket should be less than 1 lb.

• The maximum weight that can be placed in the cup holder should be less than 1 lb.

• Never carry hot beverages or open containers in the cup holder.

• The total weight that can be placed in the in-seat mesh pockets should be less than 2 lbs.

• Never allow your stroller to be used as a toy.

• Discard all packaging materials properly. Do not allow children to play with them.

• Check your stroller for loose rivets, snaps, worn parts, and torn material or stitching on a regular basis.

• Discontinue use of the stroller should it malfunction or become damaged.

If you have a question regarding these instructions, please contact our Customer Service Department at

[e-mail] or your local distributor. To locate your local distributor, go to www.joovy.com/locator.aspx.

1 Unpacking the Product

• Remove everything from the box and identify the parts using Figure 1.1. (not to scale)

A: stroller, B: two front wheels sets, C: canopy, D: shoulder carry strap and documents (not shown).

• Discard all packaging materials properly including plastic coverings.

• DO NOT allow children to play with any packaging materials.

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Adult assembly is required for this product. No Tools Required.

2 Unfolding the Stroller

• Keep children away from stroller while unfolding.

• Release the folding lock latch located on the right side by lifting the latch off of the mounting post. See Figure 2.1.

• Lift up on the handle bars of the stroller until the frame is open. Then push down with your foot on the primary lock at the rear center of the
stroller to engage the lock. See Figure 2.2.

CAUTION: While unfolding the stroller, be careful to keep your ngers from being pinched by moving parts.

NOTE: Remove packing foam from rear frame assembly to ensure stroller locks in the open position.

• Ensure the primary lock is secured before ANY use of the product.

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ALWAYS secure the primary lock on the back of the stroller when it is in the unfolded use position. This will prevent collapse of the stroller.

Possible pinching hazard - Be careful when unfolding the stroller.

3 Installing the Front Wheels

• Tilt the stroller so it is resting on the rear wheels and the handle bars.

• Place the front wheel sets onto the front wheel posts until they click in place. See Figure 3.1.

• Pull on the wheel sets to ensure they are installed properly.

• To remove a front wheel set, press the release tab below the front wheel housing and pull the wheel from the post. See Figure 3.2.

4 Front Wheel Locks

The front wheels can be set to swivel or lock.

• To lock the front wheels, push down on the locking lever located between the wheels until a click is heard. See Figure 4.1. Rotate the wheel

set until it locks automatically in the straight position.

• To unlock the wheels (swivel mode) pull up on the lever.

5 Installing and Operating the Canopy

• Locate the plastic slide locks on the bottom of each side of the canopy and slide them onto the plastic ttings on each side of the stroller.

Ensure that the clips are secure. See Figure 5.1.

• Secure the Velcro® tabs at the top of the canopy to the handle tubes. See Figure 5.2.

• The canopy can be adjusted forward and back, and locked open using the canopy locks on BOTH sides. See Figure 5.3.
NOTE: The top rear portion of the canopy has a roll back window. To open, pull the forward edge up, roll the ap back and secure it using

the Velcro® tabs.

• To close the canopy, unlock the sides, then collapse. See Figure 5.4.

• To remove the canopy, unfasten the Velcro® tabs from the handle tubes. Then, slide the canopy up off both ttings on the sides of the seat.

See Figure 5.5.

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Possible pinching hazard - Be careful of the side hinges when opening and closing the canopy.

6 Rear Wheel Brakes

• Always engage rear brakes before placing child in or removing a child from the stroller.

• To engage the brakes, push down on both of the brake levers until the brake snaps in place. See Figure 6.1.

• Check that BOTH wheel brakes are properly engaged.

• To release the brakes, lift up on the brake lever. See Figure 6.2.

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Always make sure the wheel brakes are engaged when the stroller is not being pushed so that the stroller will not roll away.

Never leave stroller unattended, especially on a hill or incline, as the stroller may tip over or slide.

7 Seat Back Positioning

The seat can be adjusted to any position from upright to reclining. Fully reclined seat for children 3 months and above. All other seat positions
for children 6 months and above ONLY.

• Locate the recline mechanism near the backside of the seat.

• To recline the seat, grasp the recline mechanism, press the top release button, and gently pull toward the rear of the stroller until the seat

is in the desired position. See Figure 7.1.

• If seat is fully reclined, secure the Velcro® on BOTH sides of the seat to the Velcro® on the inside of the canopy’s apron. See Figure 7.2.

• To adjust the seat to a more upright position, rst detach the apron from the seat if it is attached. Then pull the strap at the end of the recline

mechanism upward while pushing the mechanism forward until the seat is in the desired position. See Figure 7.3. If the canopy’s apron is
attached, detach the apron from the seat.

NOTE: To get the seat in it most upright position you may need to push the seat toward the front of the stroller before pulling the straps.

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ALWAYS ensure that the seat back is secured into position before placing a child in the seat. Push down on the seat back to be sure it is

secure. NEVER adjust the seat back when the child is in the seat.

8 Adjusting the Leg Support

The leg support can be adjusted fully up or down.

• To place the leg support into the up (horizontal) position, pull up on BOTH sides of the leg support until it is locked into position. Ensure

BOTH sides are locked into place. See Figure 8.1.

• To place the leg support into the down position, locate the trigger mechanism underneath BOTH sides of the leg support. Pull BOTH triggers
and rotate the leg support down. See Figure 8.2.

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NEVER allow a child to step onto or sit on the leg support. This may cause the stroller to tip over and injure the child.