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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
True Fit
Convertible carseat Model 630
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur
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Failure to use this Convertible Seat properly increases
the risk of serious injury or death in a sudden stop or
crash.
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Do not install or use this Convertible Seat until you have
read and understood the instructions in this manual.
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Section 1 - Introduction
Dear Parents,
Thank you for purchasing The First Years C630 True Fit.
We hope that it will make your baby’s travel safer, easier,
and more comfortable.
We believe the True Fit is the easiest Convertible Seat to use.
We do more testing than most companies to make it as safe
as possible. And, we use the latest methods to assure the
highest quality.
We have tried very hard to keep our instructions simple and
understandable. We apologize for beginning our instructions
with so many warnings but they are very important for you to
properly restrain your child. Read and understand all of the
instructions and warnings. The safety of your child depends
on it!
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact
the
highly trained First Years Staff at 1-888-899-2229.
Keep this instruction manual for future use.
Store in pocket on the back of Convertible Seat.
No car seat can guarantee protection from injury
in every situation, but proper use helps reduce
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the risk of serious injury or death.
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Section 2 - Table Of Contents
Section 1 Introduction................................................1
Section 2 Table Of Contents.....................................2
Section 3 Warnings.................................................... 4
Section 4 Use Recommendations............................6
Section 5 Convertible Seat Parts ..............................9
Section 6 Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location.....11
Section 7 Installation and Use
7.1 Forward Facing w/ Auto Belt.................
7.2 Forward Facing w/ UAS.........................
7.3 Rear Facing w/ Auto Belt......................
7.4 Rear Facing with UAS...........................
7.5 Aircraft Use.............................................
7.6 Child Placement in Restraint................
7.7 Selecting Harness Height.....................
7.8 Shoulder Height Adjustment................
7.9 Tether Storage.......................................
7.10 5 Pt. Buckle..........................................
7.11 Chest Clip............................................
7.12 Adjust HarnessTension......................
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Section 2 - T able Of Contents
Section 7 Installation and Use
7.14 Seat Insert Use.....................................
7.15 Harness Length Adjustment...............
7.16 Recline Foot Adjustment....................
7.17 Upper Seatback Removal....................
7.18 Upper Seatback Installation ...............44
7.19 Pad Removal ........................................45
7.20 Installation Pictograms .......................47
Section 8 Safety Checklist/Safe Practices.............48
Section 9 Additional Information............................50
Section 10 Care and Cleaning.................................51
Section 11 Replacement Parts................................51
7.13 3
Position Crotch Buckle Adjustment
- continued
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Section 3 - Warnings
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur
• Failure to follow these instructions and Convertible
Seat labels can result in injury or death to a an infant/
child from striking the vehicle’s interior during a sudden
stop or crash.
- Even if the Convertible Seat seems easy to use
on your own, it is important to read these
instructions and the vehicle owner’s manual for
details you might miss.
The instructions in this manual and in your vehicle
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owner’s manual must be followed carefully. If there is
a conflict between the two, the vehicle owner’s manual
must be followed if it relates to the vehicles seat belt,
UAS, top tether or airbags.
Failure to use the automobile seat belt and top tether or
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UAS and top tether or to adjust it properly can result in
your infant/child striking the vehicle’s interior during a
sudden stop or crash. Serious injury or death can occur.
• D O NOT allow others (baby sitters, friends,
grandparents, etc.) to use this Convertible Seat unless
they read and understand the instructions and labels.
and can demonstrate proper use to your satisfaction.
• Use only car seat accessories manufactured by
The First Years. Accessories can affect your child’s
safety in a sudden stop or crash.
• DO NOT modify or attach any toys, padding, or other
items to this Convertible Seat. Untested modifications
or padding could result in injury in a crash.
• Secure this Convertible Seat with the vehicle seat belt
and top tether or UAS and top tether at all times (even
when there is no child in it). An unsecured infant/child
restraint can injure others if a crash occurs.
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W ARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur
Direct sunlight can make Convertible Seat surfaces hot
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enough to burn your child. Use caution and check
the vehicle and Convertible Seat on hot, sunny days.
NEVER leave child or infant unattended under any
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circumstance.
• DO NOT use this Convertible Seat if it has been in a
crash. (There may be hidden damage and it must be
replaced.)
some assistance replacing this convertible seat.
DO NOT use this Convertible Seat if it is damaged in
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any way or has missing parts. Refer to section 5 for
for True Fit parts.
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STOP USING THIS Convertible Seat AND THROW IT
AWAY after the date on the back of the seat.
THROW IT AWAY in a dark trash bag.....Do Not sell to a
thrift or consignment shops, garage sales or at flea
markets.
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NEVER use this Convertible seat in the home, boats ,
motor homes with side facing seats or other non
certified uses. Only use this restraint in Automobiles
and Aircfraft.
Your insurance company may provide
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Section 4 - Use Recommendations
The First Years advises parents that children should use a child
restraint with a built-in harness system until they exceed the
weight or height limits specified by the manufacturer.
C630 True Fit Convertible Seat Rear Facing
Use Requirements:
This child/infant restraint, without the upper seatback in a
rear facing position is, designed for use by infants whose:
- W eight is between 2,3 and 10 kg (5 and 22 lbs) and
- Head is 2.5 cm below the top of the seat.
Infants MUST
Convertible Seat without the upper seatback installed.
meet BOTH of these requirements to use this
2.5 cm
2,3 to 10 kg
Rear Facing
Use Only
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Section 4 - Use Recommendations
C630 True Fit Convertible Seat Rear Facing
Use Requirements:
This child/infant restraint, with the upper seatback installed
in a rear facing position, is designed for use by children or
infants whose:
- Weight is between 2,3 and 15,9 kg (5 and 35 lbs), and
- Head is 2.5 cm below the top of the seat.
Child or Infant MUST meet BOTH of these requirements to
use this Convertible Seat.
2.5 cm
2,3 - 15,9 kg
Rear Facing
Use
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Section 4 - Use Recommendations
C630 True Fit Convertible Seat Forward Facing
Use Requirements:
This child restraint, with the upper seatback installed in a
forward facing position, is designed for use by children whose:
- Weight is between 10,5 and 29 kg (23 and 65 Lbs), and
Height is 127 cm (50 inches) or less.
- Age is at least 1 year.
Child MUST
meet ALL of these requirements to use this
Convertible Seat forward facing.
Upper
Seat
Back
Ellen
Ellen
Forward Facing
Use
10,5 to 29 kg
Less than 127cm
Over 12 mos.
WARNING !
NEVER install the C630 True Fit in a forward facing
position without the upper seat back installed.
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Section 5 - Convertible Seat Parts
Head
Bolster
Harness
Pads
5pt
Buckle
Removable
Upper Seat Back
Harness
Tension Adjuster
Chest clip
Seat/Lumbar
Pad
Drink
Holder
UAS Lower
Connector System
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Section 5 - Convertible Seat Parts
Removable Upper
Harness Height
Adjustment Release
Seat Back
Top
Tether
Drink
Holder
Instructions
Holder
UAS Lower
System Connector
Recline
Foot
Upper
Seat Back
Release
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Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location
W ARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur
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Only use this Convertible Seat with the vehicle’s seat
belts and top tether or UAS System and top tether.
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DO NOT use this Convertible Seat with vehicle seat
belts mounted to the vehicle door or door frame.
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DO NOT use this Convertible Seat if it cannot be properly
installed. Some infant / child restraints will not fit some
vehicle seating positions.
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NEVER use this
Convertible Seat in
any vehicle seating
position equipped
with an active air bag.
Read your vehicle’s
owners manual to see
how to turn off your airbag if you have no back seat or a
child must ride in the front seats.
For side airbags see page 12.
DO NOT use this Convertible Seat in rear seat of a compact
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pickup truck. Severe head injury or death can occur.
DO NOT Use this Convertible Seat in a vehicle
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with side facing seats or rear facing vehicle seats.
See page 13
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NEVER attempt to install this Convertible Seat without
the upper seat back installed in forward facing position.
• NEVER use this restraint in a forward facing
position with the removable upper seatback
removed.
NEVER attach two UAS lower connectors to the
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same Lower connector attachment point.
Warning
DO NOT place rear-facing child seat on front seat
with air bag. DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY can occur
The back seat is the safest place for children 12
and under.
NE placez PAS le siège en position vers l’arrière sur
le siège avant équipé d’un sac gonflable. Des
BLESSURES GRAVES voire MORTELLES peuvent se
produire. Le siége arrière est l’ endroit offrant le plus
de sécurité pour les enfants âgés de 12 ans et moins.
4000000449C
Avertissement
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Section 6 - Selecting AVehicle Seating Location
. Transport Canada alerts vehicle owners that, according to
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accident statistics, children under age 13 are safer when
properly restrained in the rear seating positions rather than
in front seating positions.
. Refer to vehicle owner’s manual for car seat installation
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instructions for your specific vehicle.
--Use of Convertible Seats in a vehicle rear seat location.
UAS anchor connector points maximum weight ratings
- Never put Convertible Seats in a front seat location
unless permitted by vehicle owner’s manual.
- For vehicles with air bags, refer to vehicle owner’s
manual for child restraint installation information.
- If a vehicle front seat location with an air bag must be
used, follow the vehicle manufacturer’s instructions
to disable air bags that could cause serious injury to
child and move seat back as far as possible.
The First Years Policy Statement
Use Of True Fit Convertible Seat Child Restraint In
Conjunction With Side Airbags
To determine the types of side impact air bag(s) your vehicle
may have for individual seating positions, please refer to your
owner’s manual. The First Years True Fit Convertible Seat child
restraint may be used in any rear seating position equipped
only with side impact airbags that are roof mounted with
“curtain” type deployment. For all other vehicles with other
types of side impact airbags, please refer to your specific
vehicles owner’s manual for appropriate use of child restraints,
or call the automobile manufacturer for more information.
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Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location
3 . V ehicle Seats:
DO NOT use this Convertible Seat with the following vehicle
seats:
NO
Seats Which
Face Sides Of
V ehicle
NO NO
Seats Which
Face Rear
Of Vehicle
4 . V ehicle Seat Belt Systems:
Use only the vehicle’s lap and shoulder
belt, lap belt and top tether or UAS
system and top tether when restraining
this Convertible Seat.
Design and operation of vehicle seat
belt systems vary from vehicle to vehicle
and from seating location to seating
location in the same vehicle. Not all
vehicle seat belts can be used with a child
restraint. Refer to the information in this
section on the various types of vehicle
seat belt systems.
Rear Seats Of
Small Extended
Cab Pickup
T rucks
YES
Lap and
Shoulder Belt
YES
Lap Belt Only
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Sect ion 6 - Se l ect ing A V e hi c l e Seat ing Lo cat io n
4. . V ehicle Seat Belt Systems:
DO NOT use this Convertible seat with the
following vehicle seat belts.
N O NO
Passive Restraint s
Motorize d
Shoulder Bel t
5. UAS Lower Connector Attachment Points
Consult your automobile’s owner’s manual or manufacturer
for location and availability of UAS anchor points.
Passive Restraint s
Lap Or Shoulde r
Belt Mounted O n
Front Doo r
Lower
Connector
Attachment
Points
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Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location
What is Universal Anchorage System?
UAS is a new system for attaching the child restraint
to your vehicle seat. UAS connects a child restraint
to your automobile without using a seat belt. It is called
LATCH in the United States or ISOFIX in Europe.
If your vehicle is equipped with UAS lower connector
attachment points, the lower anchor attachment points may
be visible at the seat crease. If not, the symbol below may
be affixed near the seat crease to indicate the attachment
points.
UAS Lower Anchor symbol
Top Tether
Top Tether Locations are indicated by the following
symbols.
Top Tether symbol
Consult your vehicle’s owner’s manual for your vehicle’s
exact LATCH locations, anchor identifications and
usage requirements.
NOT all vehicles have the same locations or maximum
weight requirements for UAS and Top Tether!
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Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location
Top Tether Anchor Locations
Ceiling mount
Rear
Package Shelf
Pick up
Truck
Vehicle With
Reinforced Seats
Floor
Mounts
UAS - Lower Connector Attachment Points
This child restraint is equipped with lower
connectors and top tether connector.
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Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location
To p Tether
Lower Connector
The use of a tether strap is mandatory in the
forward facing position in Canada.
Refer to your automobile’s owner’s manual for the
maximum weight allowances for UAS and Top Tether
installation.
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W ARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur
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Use only in a rear facing position when using
restraint with an infant weighing less than 10 kg
(22 lbs).
Use only with children who weigh between 2,3
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and 29 kg (5-65 lbs) and whose height is 127 cm
(50 in)or less. Rear Facing 2,3-10kg (5-22 lbs)
with the removable upper seatback removed. Rear
facing 2,3-15.9 kg (5-35 lbs) with removable
upper seatback installed. Forward facing at least
1 year of age and 10,5-29kg (23-65 lbs ).
Snugly adjust the belts (Harness) provided with
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this child restraint around your child. Snug means
you can not pinch webbing once buckled.
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Always Secure the top anchorage strap provided
with this restraint in a forward facing position.
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Never secure the top anchorage strap provided
with this child restraint in a rear facing position.
Secure this child restraint with the vehicle’s child
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restraint Universal Anchorage System - UAS and
top tether or with a seat belt and top tether.
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Follow all instructions on this child restraint and
in the written Instructions located on the back
of the seat. Do not use without instructions.
Call 1-888-899-2229 to obtain instructions.
• Register your child restraint with Learning Curve.
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DO NOT place this rear facing child seat in a front
seat that has an active airbag.
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NEVER leave child unattended under any
circumstance.
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.1 - Forward Facing Installation with Seat Belt
and Top Tether
To p Tether
Recline foot
-Ensure vehicle is level.
-Place this restraint in a rear
seating position. Always adjust
the recline foot to the upright
position when forward facing.
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.1 Forward Facing with Seat
Belt and Tether Installa
tion
Lift back flap and place
harness to side.
Unlock and lower forward
facing lock off.
Route auto belt through forward
facing belt path.
Put weight in seat with hand to
compress the automobile seat
cushion.
With weight still in seat, insert the
buckle tongue into the buckle and
adjust seat belt as tight as possible.
Pull up on buckle tongue to
ensure the buckle is secure.
Raise forward lockoff over the
seat belt.
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7.1 Forward Facing with Seat
Belt and Top Tether Installation
Cont.-Engage the red lock tab
and press down to lock.
Lower flap and secure hook and
loop fasteners.
Attach Top Tether to a
designated achor point.
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Pull Top Tether strap until
webbing strap is snug.
Your automobile’s owner’s manual
will give the anchor locations and
maximum weight of the restraint’s
occupant for LATCH connections.
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Check for movement of the restraint
at the safety belt path. The restraint
should not move more than 1 inch
in any direction.
If the restraint moves more than 1
inch repeat all steps until all safety
steps are met.
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.2 - Forward Facing Installation with
UAS Lower Connector and Top Tether
To p Tether
Lower Connector
Ensure vehicle is level.
Place this restraint in a rear
seating position designated as
lower anchor compatible.
Refer to your automobile’s owner’s
manual for
Always adjust the recline foot
to the upright position when
forward facing.
UAS locations.
Recline foot
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.2 - Forward Facing UAS Lower
Connector with Top Tether
Lift back flap and place
harness to side.
Unlock and lower forward
facing lock off.
Route lower connectors
through forward facing belt path.
Press down on seat with hand to
compress the automobile seat
cushion.
With weight in seat , insert
the lower connector on to
the vehicle connector anchor
point.Tighten the lower anchor
connector by pulling up on the
webbing end. Pull up on the lower
connector to ensure the lower
connector is securely fastened.
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7.2 - Forward Facing UAS Lower
Connector with Top Tether
Raise forward lock off over the
UAS belt. Engage the red
lock tab and press down to lock.
Lower flap and secure hook and
loop fasteners.
Attach Top Tether connector to a
designated vehicle anchor point.
Pull Top Tether until
webbing strap is snug.
Your automobile’s owner’s manual
will give the anchor locations and
maximum weight of the restraint’s
occupant for UAS connections.
Check for movement of the restraint
at the safety belt path. The restraint
should not move more than 1 inch
in any direction.
If the restraint moves more than 1
inch, repeat all safety steps until all
steps are met.
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.3 Rear Facing Installation with Seat Belt.
NEVER
use a Top
Tether
connector in
a rear facing
installation!!
The True Fit, in a Rear Facing installation was designed with a
removable upper seatback to allow for a proper installation when
the upper seatback comes in contact with the front seat. If the upper
seatback comes in contact with the front seat and prevents a 45
degree installation, remove the upper seatback and install the True Fit
at 45 degrees per the instructions in this section. To remove the upper
seatback refer to section 7.17 and read all WARNINGS. Reinstall
the upper seat back when child reaches 22 lbs. Keep child rear facing
as long as possible
If you have any question regarding the use of the upper seat back
or any other questions please contact the First Years staff at
1-888-899-2229.
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.3 Rear Facing Installation with Seat Belt.
Recline foot
Ensure vehicle is level.
Move recline foot to the reclined
position and place this restraint
in a rear seating position.
Note: If needed a towel or pool
noodle can be used for extra
elevation and angle adjustment.
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.3 Rear Facing installation
with Seat Belt .
Unsnap the 4 front snaps and
the 2 side snaps. Lift and fold
back padding.
Rotate red rear facing lock off
toward the center of the
restraint.
Lift the yellow arm away from
lock off.
Rotate red rear facing lock off
lock toward the center of the
restraint.
Lift the yellow arm away from
lock off.
Rear of vehicle
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7.3 Rear Facing Installation
with Seat Belt .
Route seat belt through the
rear facing safety belt path.
Press down on seat with hand to
compress the automobile seat
cushion.
With weight still in seat, insert the
seat buckle tongue into the buckle
and pull seat belt tight as possible.
Pull up on buckle tongue to
ensure the buckle is secure.
Press yellow arm into place and
hold.
Rotate red lock to the locked
position. You will feel the red lock,
snap into position.Repeat other side.
Ensure the angle indicator line
is level with the ground to keep
the child’s airway open.
Check for movement of the
restraint at the safety belt path.
The restraint should not move
more than 1 inch in any direction.
If the restraint moves more than 1
inch, repeat all steps until all safety
steps are met.
Fold pad down and fasten all
snaps.
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.4 Rear Facing Installation with UAS
Lower Connector
NEVER
use a Top
Tether
connector in
a rear facing
installation!!
Lower Anchor
The True Fit, in a Rear Facing installation, was designed with a
removable upper seatback to allow for a proper installation when
the upper seatback comes in contact with the front seat. If the upper
seatback comes in contact with the front seat and prevents a 45
degree installation, remove the upper seatback and install the True Fit
at 45 degrees per the instructions in this section. To remove the upper
seatback refer to section 7.17 and read all WARNINGS. Reinstall
the upper seat back when child reaches 22 lbs. Keep child in a rear
facing position as long as possible
If you have any question regarding the use of the upper seat back
or any other questions please contact the First Years staff at
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.4 Rear Facing Installation with
UAS Lower Connectors
Lower Connector
Recline foot
Ensure vehicle is level.
Move recline foot to the reclined
position and place this restraint
in a rear seating position
designated as lower anchor
compatible.Refer to your
automobile’s owner’s manual for
UAS locations.
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.4 - Rear Facing Installation
UAS Lower Connector
Unsnap the 4 front snaps and
the 2 side snaps. Lift and fold
back padding.
Rotate red rear facing lock off,
lock toward the center of the
restraint.
Lift the yellow arm away from
lock off.
Rotate red rear facing lock off,
lock toward the center of the
restraint.
Lift the yellow arm away from
lock off.
Rear of vehicle
Rear of vehicle
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.4 - Rear Facing Installation
w/ UAS Lower Connector
Route lower connector through
rear facing safety belt path.
NOTE: Remove any twist in
webbing to ensure the webbing
lies flat for securing the
restraint to the vehicle.
Press down on seat with hand to
compress the automobile seat
cushion.
With weight in seat , insert
the lower connector onto
the vehicle connector anchor
point.Tighten the lower anchor
connector by pulling up on the
webbing end. Pull up on the lower
anchor connector to ensure the
lower anchor is securely fastened.
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.4 - Rear Facing Installation
w/ UAS Lower Connector
Press yellow arm into place and
hold.
Rotate red lock to the locked
position. You will feel the red lock,
snap into position. Repeat other
side.
Ensure the angle indicator line
is level with the ground to keep
the infant’s airway open.
Check for movement of the
restraint at the safety belt path.
The restraint should not move
more than 1 inch in any direction.
If the restraint moves more than 1
inch, repeat all steps until all safety
steps are met.
Fold pad down and fasten all
snaps.
7.5 - Aircraft Use
Follow the seat belt installation for use in an
Aircraft.
Consult your airline for requirements to use this restraint.
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7.6 Child / Infant Placement in Restraint
nelle
ellen
Place occupant in the restraint with the occupant’s
back flat against the back of the restraint and the
occupant bottom touching the seat.
Place harness straps over the occupant’’s
shoulders. Note:Check the height of the harness
straps at the occupant’s shoulders.
Place 5 pt. crotch buckle strap at crotch but not
under.
Insert the silver buckle tongues into the buckle.
Note:Pull up and test buckle tongues to be sure
they are secure.
Place chest clip at arm pit level. Insert chest clip
tabs and press together. Pull outward on chest
clip’s ends to be sure it is secure.
Pull on harness adjuster to tighten harness straps.
A snug strap should not allow any slack. It lies in a
relatively straight line without sagging. It does not
press on to the child’s flesh or push the child’s
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7.7 Selecting the Harness Height Location
Rear Facing Harness Strap Height-Harness straps
should be located in the nearest position at or below
the shoulder.
The True Fit has been safety tested with the height
insert and head pillows that are included with this
restraint. The height insert is needed until the child’s
shoulder is at or above position 1.
Rear Facing
Harness
Forward Facing Harness Strap Height- Harness
strap should be located in the slot at or slightly above
the child’s shoulder
Forward Facing
Harness
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.8 Shoulder Height Adjustment
Shoulder Height Positions
-Shoulder height adjustment position 1, 2 & 3
are for rear facing use only.
-Shoulder height adjustment position 2, 3 & 4
are for forward facing use only.
Height Adjustment
Pull on yellow release handles
Raise or lower to the appropriate position.
7.9 Tether Storage
Store top tether on back of seat when not
used in a rear facing installation.
Use top tether in all forward facing installations*
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.10 - 5 Point Buckle
To Unlock the 5 Point Buckle
Press the red button until 5 point buckle releases.
Pull buckle tongues up to remove.
To Lock the 5 Point Buckle
Align and insert the silver buckle tongues one
at a time until the tongues lock in place.
Note: Pull up on buckle tongues to test and ensure
buckle is secure.
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Section 7- Installation and Use
7.11 Chest Clip
To Unlock the Chest Clip
Squeeze center locking tabs
Pull Chest clip apart
.
.
To Lock the Chest Clip
Align locking tabs and press Chest Clip together
until tabs snap into place.
Note: Gently pull on Chest Clip to ensure
Chest Clip is secure.
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.12 Adjusting Harness Tension
To Tighten Harness System Tension
Pull on the harness tension adjuster to tighten harness
straps.
Tension Tip!
A snug strap should not allow any slack. It lies in a
relatively straight line with out sagging. It does not
press on to the child’s flesh or push the child’s body
into an unnatural position.
To Loosen Harness System Tension
Lift the metal tab and gently pull on the harness
strap over the child’s shoulder.
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.13 2 Position Crotch Buckle Adjustment
To change position
Press the crotch buckle plunger down with fingers
and move position.
Fit Note:The crotch buckle should be at the crotch
but not under.
7.14 Seat Insert Use
The True Fit has been safety tested with the height
insert and head pillows that are included with this
restraint. The height insert is needed until the the
child’s shoulder is at or above position 1.
DO NOT use this height insert for infants/children
above 10kg or in a forward facing position.
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.15 Harness Length Adjustment
To Adjust Harness Length
Unhook the harness straps from the metal plate
and move to the desired adjustment.
Ensure the harness strap ends are fully hooked
on the metal plate. Both side must look alike!!
YES
NO
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.16 Recline Foot Adjustment
The Recline foot has two positions.
Forward Facing Upright
Rear Facing Recline
To change to position of the rear facing recline foot,
grasp the recline foot and move toward the desired
location.
Always adjust the recline foot to the upright
position when forward facing.
Always adjust the recline foot to the recline position
when rear facing. Angling the restraint to keeps the
baby’s head back and airway open. Note: If needed
a towel or pool noodle can used for extra elevation
and angle adjustment.
Rear of vehicle
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.17 Upper Seatback Removal
Remove the upper seat back by lifting the
yellow release taband pulling up on the
upper seat back.
NOTE: DO NOT store the upper seat back in
the passenger compartment. Store the
upper seat back in a secure location like
your trunk or garage.
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur
The upper seat back must be installed:
When the child weighs more than 22 lbs
or
The top of the child’s head is within 1 inch of the top of the
restraint
or
The restraint is forward facing.
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.18 Upper Seatback Installation
Installation
Align the upper seat back rods and push
rods into the openings until you hear or feel a click.
Pull up on the upper seat back to ensure the
removeable upper seat back is locked in position.
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur
The upper seat back must be installed:
When the child weighs more than 22 lbs
or
The top of the child’s head is within 1 inch of the top of the
restraint.
or
The restraint is forward facing.
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.19 Pad Removal & Laundering
Pad Removal
Unfasten the 4 elastic loops located on the
bottom of the True Fit.
Unfasten the 10 snaps located on the edge of
the pad.
Lift the seatback flap.
Remove the upper seat back.
Remove the pad to launder.
Upper seat pad. Unfasten 4 snaps and remove.
To Launder
Hand wash in cool water with mild detergent and
hang to dry.
DO NOT Machine wash or dry in dryer.
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
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Section 7 - Installation and Use
7.20 Installation Pictograms
Rear Facing
Lap Belt
Rear Facing
Lap Belt
Forward
Facing
Lap / Shoulder
Lap / Shoulder
UAS
Lower Connectors
UAS
Lower Connectors
Lap Belt
w/Top Tether
Lap / Shoulder
w/ Top Tether
UAS
Lower Connectors
w/Top Tether
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Section 8 - Safety Checklist/Safe Practices
Safe Practices
For assistance with installation or use, contact one of the
following sources:
- Learning Curve at:
Phone: 1-888-899-2229
Email: CS@learningc
- Transport Canada’s Road Safety Information Centre
at 1-800-333-0371 or roadsafetywebmail@tc.gc.ca
Or attend a car seat clinic in your area.
* EVERYONE rides buckled up or the vehicle DOES
NOT GO! Make NO EXCEPTIONS for adults or children!
- If someone unbuckles, the vehicle STOPS! Being
firm and consistent will result in fewer discipline
problems as children grow older. An unrestrained
person can be thrown into and injure other
passengers.
- NEVER try to tend to a crying child’s needs while
driving. Never take a child out of a child restraint for
comforting while the vehicle is moving.
Put heavy or sharp items in the trunk. Loose items can
*
be deadly in a crash.
If you need to use a blanket in cold weather, put the
*
child in the restraint and cover both with the blanket.
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Section 8 - Safety Checklist/Safe Practices
Safety Checklist
Did you read and understand these instructions and labels
√
on the convertible car seat?
Is the infant/child the proper weight and height for the seat
√
in the rear facing position?
If the child is in the rear facing position, are the shoulder
√
straps at or below the child’s shoulders?
√
Have you checked the angle indicator line to be horizontal
in the rear facing position?
If the child is over 22 lbs, have you reinstalled the head
√
rest?.
√ If the top of the child’s head is within 1” of the top of the
head rest and the seat is rear facing, have you reinstalled
the upper seat back?
√ If the seat is forward facing, have you reinstalled the upper
seat back?
√ Is the child the proper weight and height for the seat in
the forward facing position?
√ If the child is in the forward facing position, are the
shoulder straps at or above the child’s shoulders?
√ Did you pull the harness adjustor tight? You should not be
able to pinch the harness if the harness is properly
tightened.
√ Is the child restraint buckled in the automobile with either
the UAS and tether or the auto safety belt and tether?
Current date is not after “Do Not use After” date on
√
bottom of convertible ?
Has the airbag been deactivated in a vehicle with a front
√
only seat?
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Section 9 - Additional Information
Certification:
This Convertible Seat conforms to all requiremnts of Canada
Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 213.1 for use in
motor vehicles.
This Convertible Seat is certified for use in motor vehicles.
Aircraft Use:
This Restraint is Certified for Aircraft Use.
Vehicle Seat Protection:
Protect vehicle seat. Use a thin car seat mat, thin towel, or
thin blanket under the Convertible Seat.
Instruction Manual Storage:
Store instruction manual in pocket on the back of the
Convertible Seat.
Convertible Seat Useful Life:
DO NOT use this Convertible Seat after date on bottom of
seat Parts may be missing, damaged, or the Convertible Seat
may have been in a crash.
Registration Information:
“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 the car seat
and mail today or send your name, address, and the
restraint’s model number and manufacturing date to:
Learning Curve Brands
Attn: Consumer Services
2021 9th St. SE
Dyersville, IA 52040
or call 1-888-899-2229
For recallinformation:
- Transport Canada’s Defect Investigations and Recalls
Division at 1-800-333-0510.
Or log onto Transport Canada’s recall website at:
http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety/recalls/recintro_e.htm
or log onto www.learningcurve.com
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Section 10 - Care and Cleaning
Removing Seat Pad:
-
Follow directions on page 45.
Cleaning Seat Pad, Head Bolster and Height Insert:
-
Hand wash in cool water and mild soap.
- Air dry.
Cleaning Shell:
-
Wipe with mild solution of soap and water. Avoid wetting
labels.
- Rinse with clean water.
- Never use “household” detergents or solvents.
Reattach Seat Pad:
Follow directions on page 45 to reattach pad.
-
Section 11 - Replacement Parts
We know pads get worn or damaged. Some companies
charge outrageous prices when their parts wear out. At The
First Years, we will sell you replacement parts at or near our
cost plus what it costs us to handle and ship them. They are
still expensive, but we promise they are fair prices. Of
course, replacement instructions are always free. Please
call for current prices on other items.
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True Fit Notes
Blank page for notes.
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Keep this instruction manual for future use.
Store in pocket on back of the Convertible Seat.
Learning Curve Brands
Attn: Consumer Services
2021 9th St. SE
Dyersville, IA 52040
or call 1-888-899-2229
or log onto ww w .learningcurve.com
© 2008 Learning Curve Brands 4000000612C 03 08
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