The First Years C670 True Fit, True Fit si C680 Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

WARNING

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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.

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur

True Fit Premier

Convertible carseat Model C670

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Dear Parents,

Thank you for purchasing The First Years C670 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.

Section 1 - Introduction

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

the risk of serious injury or death.

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Section 2 - T able Of Contents

Section 1 Introduction ................................................ 1

Section 2 Table Of Contents.....................................2

Section 5 Convertible Seat Parts ..............................9

Section 4 Use Recommendations............................6

Section 6 Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location.....12

Section 7 Installation and Use

7.1 Child Placement in Restraint.................

7.2 Rear Facing w/ Lap/Shoulder Belt........

7.3 Rear Facing w/ Lap Belt........................

7.4 Rear Facing

w/ LATCH Lower Anchor

.....

7.5 Aircraft Use.............................................

7.6 Forward Facing w/ Lap/Shoulder Belt..

7.7 Forward Facing w/ Lap Belt..................

7.8

Forward Facing w/ LATCH Lower Anchor..

7.9 Recline Adjustment...............................

7.10 Rear Facing Angle Indicator...............

7.11 Selecting Harness Height...................

7.12 Shoulder Height Adjustment..............

7.13 Tether Storage.....................................

7.14 5 Pt Buckle...........................................

7.15 Chest Clip............................................

7.16 Adjust HarnessTension.....................

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24 25 29

33 37

38 41 44 47 48

49 50 50 51 52 53

Section 3 Warnings....................................................4

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Section 2 - T able Of Contents

Section 9 Additional Information............................66

Section 8 Safety Checklist/Safe Practices.............64

Section 7 Installation and Use

7.18 Seat Insert Use.....................................

7.19 Harness Length Adjustment...............

7.20 Upper Seatback Installation................

7.21 Upper Seatback Removal....................

- continued

54 55 56 57

Section 10 Care and Cleaning.................................66

Section 11 Replacement Parts................................66

7.17 2

Position Crotch Buckle Adjustment

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7.22 Lower Achor Re-Routing.....................58

7.23 Pad Removal ........................................61

7.24 Installation Pictograms .......................63

WARNING

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur

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.

NO coloque el asiento infantil para el automóvil orientado hacia atrás en el asiento delantero del vehículo que tenga una bolsa neumática de seguridad. El niño podría MORIR O SUFRIR LESIONES GRAVES. El asiento trasero es el lugar más seguro para los niños de 12 años o menores.

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AIR BAG WARNING!

• NEVER use this Convertible in any vehicle seating position equipped with an active air bag. Read your vehicle’s owners manual to see 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 10.

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• Failure to follow these instructions and Convertible

Seat labels can result in injury or death to a 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.

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• Failure to use the automobile seat belt or LATCH or to

adjust it properly can result in your 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.

Section 3 - Warnings

W ARNING

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur

• 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 or

LATCH bars at all times (even when there is no child in it). An unsecured child restraint can injure others if a crash occurs.

The instructions in this manual and in your vehicle 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, LATCH or airbags.

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Direct sunlight can make Convertible Seat surfaces hot enough to burn your child. Use caution and check the vehicle and Convertible Seat on hot, sunny days.

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NEVER leave child unattended under any circumstance.

• DO NOT use this Convertible Seat if it has been in a

crash. (There may be hidden damage and it must be replaced.)

Your insurance company may provide

some assistance replacing this convertible seat.

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DO NOT use this Convertible Seat if it is damaged in 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.

W ARNING

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur

THROW IT AWAY in a dark trash bag.....Do Not sell to a

thrift or consignment shops, garage sales or at flea markets.

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.

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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.

C670 True Fit Premer Convertible Seat Rear Facing Use Requirements:

This child restraint, without the upper seatback in a rear facing position is, designed for use by children whose:

- W eight is between 5 and 22 lbs (2,3 and 10 kg), and

- Head is 1 inch below the top of the seat.

Child MUST meet BOTH of these requirements to use this Convertible Seat without the upper seatback installed.

1”



5 to 22 lbs

Rear Facing Use Only

Max Head Height

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Section 4 - Use Recommendations

C670 True Fit Premier Convertible Seat Rear Facing Use Requirements:

This child restraint, with the upper seatback installed in a rear facing position, is designed for use by children whose:

- Weight is between 5 and 35 lbs (2,3 and 15,88 kg), and

- Head is 1 inch below the top of the seat.

Child MUST meet BOTH of these requirements to use this Convertible Seat.

5 - 35 lbs

1”

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Rear Facing Use

Max Head Height

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Section 4 - Use Recommendations

C670 True Fit Premier 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 23 and 65 lbs (10,43 and 29 kg), and

Height is 50 inches (127 cm) or less.

Child MUST meet ALL of these requirements to use this Convertible Seat forward facing.

WARNING !

NEVER install the C670 True Fit Premier in a forward

facing position without the upper seat back installed.

- Age is 1 year.

Ellen

Upper

Seat Back

23 - 65 lbs. Less than 50” Over 12 mos.

Forward Facing Use

Max Ear Height

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Section 5 - Convertible Seat Parts

Removable Upper Seat Back

Head Bolster

Harness Pads

Chest clip

Seat/Lumbar Pad

5pt Buckle

Harness Tension Adjuster

Drink Holder

Lower Anchor Connectors

Rear Facing Angle Indicator

Recline Release

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Section 5 - Convertible Seat Parts

Lower Anchor Storage Locations

Rear Facing Belt Path (Blue)

Forward Facing Belt Path (Red)

Rear Facing Rebound Managemnt Bar

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Section 5 - Convertible Seat Parts

Drink Holder

Instructions Holder

Upper Seat Back Release

Harness Height Adjustment Release

Removable Upper Seat Back

Top Tether

Lower Anchor Connectors

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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 or LATCH System.

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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 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 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.

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NEVER attach two LATCH lower anchors to the

same LATCH attachment point.

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NEVER use both the LATCH lower anchors and

the vehicle’s seat belts at the same time.

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.

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DO NOT Use this Convertible Seat in a vehicle with side facing seats or rear facing vehicle seats. See page 14

DO NOT use this Convertible Seat in rear seat of a compact pickup truck. Severe head injury or death can occur.

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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.

The First Years Policy Statement

. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

alerts vehicle owners that, according to 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

instructions for your specific vehicle.

--Use of Convertible Seats in a vehicle rear seat location. LATCH 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.

Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location

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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:

Seats Which

Face Sides Of

V ehicle

Seats Which

Face Rear Of Vehicle

Rear Seats Of

Small Extended

Cab Pickup

T rucks

NO NO

4 . V ehicle Seat Belt Systems:

Use only the vehicle’s lap and shoulder belt, lap belt or LATCH system 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.

Lap and

Shoulder Belt

YES

Lap Belt Only

YES

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4..Vehicle Seat Belt Systems:

Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location

Passive Restraints

Motorized

Shoulder Belt

Passive Restraints

Lap Or Shoulder

Belt Mounted On

Front Door

NO NO

DO NOT use this Convertible seat with the

following vehicle seat belts.

5. LATCH Lower Anchor Points

Lower Anchor Point Locations

Consult your automobile’s owner’s manual or manufacturer for location and availability of LATCH anchor points.

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Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location

4.Vehicle Seat Belt Systems:

Use only the vehicle’s lap and shoulder belt, lap belt or LATCH system when restraining this Infant Seat.

Design and operation of vehicle seat belt systems vary from vehicle to vehicle and from seating location to seating in the same vehicle. Not all vehicle seat belts betls can be used with a child restraint. Refer to the information in this section information on the various types of vehicle seat belt systems.

Lap and

Shoulder Belt

YES

This type of belt system has a latch plate that will not allow the lap portion of the belt to loosen once it is buckled. The belt is tightend by pulling hard on the shoulder portion of the vehiclebelt while pushing down on the restraint.

LAP SHOULDER BELTS

Combination lap-shoulder belt with locking latch plate

Combination lap-shoulder belt with sliding latch plate

This type of belt system has a latch plate that allows the belt to slide through even when it is buckled. Many vehicles with this type of seat belt system can be locked by pulling all the seat belt webbing out. Refer to your vehicle owner’s manual for details on switching the retractor from ELR mode to ALR mode.The belt is tightend by pulling hard on the shoulder portion of the vehicle belt while pushing down on the restraint.

Press

YES

Lap Belt Only

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Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location

LAP BELTS

Manually-adjusted lap belt

This type of lap belt is tightened by pulling on the excess belt once it is buckled.

Press

Lap belt with automatic locking retractor(ALR)

This belt system’s retractor locks automatically and does not allow the lap belt to lengthen once it is buckled. Tighten by feeding the autobelt back into the retractor while pushing down on the infant restraint.

Unsafe Vehicle Seat Belt Systems:

Passive Restraints

Motorized

Shoulder Belt

Passive Restraints

Lap Or Shoulder

Belt Mounted On

Front Door

NO NO

DO NOT use this Infant seat with the following

vehicle seat belts.

Lap Belt with Emergency Locking Retractor-ELR

Do Not Use! -This lap belt stays loose when when buckled and can move until locks in sudden stop or crash.

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Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location

Lap and Shoulder Belt with Dual Retractors

Do Not Use!- Each autobelt Strap has a retractor at each end and is attached to the latch plate at one end.

Unsafe Vehicle Seat Belt Systems cont.-

6. Vehicle Seat Belt Retractors

Consult your vehicle’s owners manual for types of retractors that are in your automobile and the function of the retractors.

Acceptable Autobelt Retractor Type

ALR – Automatic Locking Retractor: Allows belt to be pulled in one motion until fastened, then operates as a ratchet, winding in slack, preventing further extension (until completely rewound). In most belts, you will hear a faint clicking sound that indicates the belt is locked and ratcheting in. Switchable– When Adjusted to the ELR mode Manually adjustable from ELR mode to ALR mode. For most, pull belt webbing all the way out of the retractor to activate theALR mode. A slight "click" may be heard, but the belt will ratchet in to retractor once switched into ALR mode). In some models, the retractors switch from ELR to ALR by pushing a button.

Unacceptable Autobelt Retractor Type

ELR – Emergency Locking Retractor: Allows the belt

to befreely extended or rewound. It locks only when the vehicle slows, changes direction or stops suddenly.

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Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location

What is LATCH?

LATCH is a new system for attaching the child restraint to your vehicle seat. LATCH connects a child restraint

to your automobile without using a seat belt. It is called Universal Anchorage System (UAS) in Canada or ISOFIX in Europe.

LATCH stands for Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHildren.

If your vehicle is equipped with LATCH lower anchor 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.

LATCH Lower Anchor symbol

Top Tether Locations are indicated by the following symbols.

LATCH Top Tether symbol

Consult your vehicle’s owner’s manual for your vehicle’s exact LATCH locations, anchor indentifications and usage requirements.

NOT all vehicles have the same locations or maximum weight requirements for LATCH!

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Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location

Ceiling mount

Rear Package Shelf

Pick up Truck

Floor Mounts

Vehicle With Reinforced Seats



LATCH - Top Tether Anchor Locations

LATCH - Lower Anchor Attachment Points

This child restraint is equipped with lower anchor and top tether connectors.

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Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location

Lower Anchor

To p Tether

Maximum Child Weight for LATCH

Lower Anchor 48lbs (21kg) Top Tether 48lbs (21kg)

Use the vehicle’s seat belt for children weighing more than 48 lbs.(21kg) or refer to your automobile’s owner’s manual for the maximum weight allowances for LATCH installation.

LATCH

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Snugly adjust the belts (Harness) provided with this child restraint around your child. Snug means you can not pinch webbing once buckled. Secure the top anchorage strap provided with this restraint.

Secure this child restraint with the vehicle’s child restraint Anchorage system (LATCH) if available or with a seat belt. 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.

NEVER leave child unattended under any circumstance.

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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 22 Pounds. (9kg) Use only with children who weigh between 5 and 65 pounds (2,3 and 29 kg) and whose height is 50 inches (127 cm)or less. Rear Facing 5-22 pounds with the removable upper seatback removed. Rear facing 5-35 (2.3-15,9 kg) pounds with removable upper seatback installed. Forward facing 1 year and 23 pounds to 65 pounds(10,43-29kg).

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• Register your child restraint with Learning Curve.

DO NOT place this rear facing child seat in a front seat that has an active airbag.

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Section 7 - Installation and Use

7.1 Installation and Use of the The First Years True Fit Premier Model C670 Convertible Child Restraint.

This Section of the True Fit Premier Owner’s Manual Contains the step by step installations’ instructions and step by step adjustment instructions.

Be sure to read the entire True Fit Premier Owner’s Manual before you attempt an installation.

Call The First Years at 1-888-899-2229 for assistance and to answer any questions that you may have.

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Section 7 - Installation and Use

7.1 Child Placement in Restraint

Place child in the restraint with the child’s

back flat against the back of the restraint and the child’s bottom touching the seat.

Place harness straps over the child’s shoulders.

Note:Check the height of the harness straps at

the child’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 body into an unnatural position.

ellen

 

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

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

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Section 7 - Installation and Use

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 green zone installation, remove the upper seatback and install the True Fit in a green zone 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.

7.2 Rear Facing Installation with Lap/Shoulder Belt.

use a Top

Te th e r connector in a rear facing

installation!!

NEVER

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Section 7 - Installation and Use

Ensure vehicle is level.

Move the rebound bar to the

rebound 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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7.2 Rear Facing Installation with Lap/Shoulder Belt.

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Section 7 - Installation and Use

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

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7.2 Rear Facing installation with Lap/Shoulder Belt .

 Unsnap the 4 front snaps and

the 2 side snaps. Lift and fold back padding.

 Rotate blue rear facing lock off

toward the center of the restraint.

 Lift the yellow arm away from

lock off.

 Rotate blue 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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Section 7 - Installation and Use

7.2 Rear Facing Installation with Lap/Shoulder 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 ball is in zone 1 for infants and zone 1&2 for toddlers

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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







Rear of vehicle





Rear of vehicle



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Section 7 - Installation and Use

7.3 - Rear Facing Installation with Lap Belt.

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 green zone installation, remove the upper seatback and install the True Fit in a green zone 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 1-888-899-2229.

use a Top

Te th e r connector in a rear facing

installation!!

NEVER

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Section 7 - Installation and Use

-Ensure vehicle is level.

-Move the rebound bar to the

rebound 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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7.3 - Rear Facing Installation with Lap Belt.

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

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

7.3 Rear Facing installation with Lap Belt.

 Unsnap the 4 front snaps and

the 2 side snaps. Lift and fold back padding.

 Rotate blue rear facing lock off

toward the center of the restraint.

 Lift the yellow arm away from

lock off.

 Rotate blue 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 Lap 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 ball is in zone 1 for infants and zone 1&2 for toddlers

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.











Rear of vehicle





Rear of vehicle



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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.

7.4 Rear Facing Installation with LATCH Lower Anchor

use a Top

Te th e r connector in a rear facing

installation!!

NEVER

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Ensure vehicle is level.

Move the rebound bar to the

rebound 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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7.4 Rear Facing Installation with LATCH Lower Anchor

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

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7.4 - Rear Facing Installation w/ Lower Anchor

 Unsnap the 4 front snaps and

the 2 side snaps. Lift and fold back padding. Remove Lower Anchors from purple holders. See page 58 for moving Lower Anchors from forward facing to Rear Facing.

 Rotate blue rear facing lock off,

lock toward the center of the restraint.

 Lift the yellow arm away from

lock off.

 Rotate blue rear facing lock off,

lock toward the center of the restraint.

 Lift the yellow arm away from

lock off.

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

Rear of vehicle

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7.4 - Rear Facing Installation

w/ Lower Anchor.

 Route lower anchor connector

connectors 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 anchor 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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

Rear of vehicle

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7.4 - Rear Facing Installation w/ Lower Anchor

Press yellow arm into place and

hold.

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

Rotate red lock to the locked position. You will feel the red lock, snap into position. Repeat other

side.

Ensure the angle indicator ball is the green with 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.

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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Rear of vehicle

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-Ensure vehicle is level.

-Place this restraint in a rear

seating position.

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To p Tether

7.6 - Forward Facing Installation with Lap/Shoulder Belt and Top Tether

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7.6 Forward Facing with Lap/ Shoulder Belt and Tether

Installation

 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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7.6 Forward Facing with Lap/ Shoulder 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.

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.

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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-Ensure vehicle is level.

-Place this restraint in a rear

seating position.

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7.7 - Forward Facing Installation with Lap Belt and Top Tether

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7.7 Forward Facing with Lap Belt and Tether Installation

 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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7.7 Forward Facing with Lap 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.

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.

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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Lower Anchor

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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 LATCH locations.

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7.4 LATCH - Forward Facing Installation with Lower Anchor and Top Tether

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7.8 LATCH - Forward Facing Lower Anchor with Top Tether

 Lift back flap and place

harness to side.

 Unlock and lower forward

facing lock off.

 Locate Lower Anchors stored on

the side of the side of the True Fit. To re-route lower anchors from the rear facing to forward facing belt refer page 58 for re-routing instructions

 Press down on seat with hand to

compress the automobile seat cushion.

 With weight in seat , insert

the lower anchor 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 anchor connector to ensure the lower anchor is securely fastened.

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7.8 LATCH - Forward Facing Lower Anchor with Top Tether

 Raise forward lock off over the

LATCH 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 LATCH 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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7.9 Recline Adjustment

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Rear of Vehicle

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Rear of Vehicle

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Front of Vehicle

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Front of Vehicle

This Child Restraint has two positions in both Rear Facing & Forward Facing use modes.

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 Upright  Reclined (10 of Recline)

Rear Facing Forward Facing

To change position, simply squeeze Yellow lever at front of seat and move seat to desired position.

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7.10 Recline Adjustment

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Rear of Vehicle

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Rear of Vehicle

This Child Restraint is equipped with a two zone angle indicator for use only in the Rear Facing mode.

Zone  is the recommended Zone for use with Newborns & Infants.

Zone and are both recommended Zones for use with Toddlers.

1 2

ZoneInstallation

ZoneInstallation

X 1 2

Manufacturer's Definitions:

Infant - A child that is unable

to maintain head and neck control.

Toddler - A child that is

able to sit upright on their own, and able to maintain head and neck control.

Installation

35°

Installation

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7.11 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.

Forward Facing Harness Strap Height- Harness

strap should be located in the slot at or slightly above the child’s shoulder

Forward Facing Harness

Rear Facing Harness

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7.12 Shoulder Height Adjustment

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Shoulder Height Positions

Facing Direction Position

Rear 1,2 & 3

Forward 2,3 & 4

Height Adjustment

Pull on yellow release handles  Raise or lower to the appropriate position.

7.13 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*

Tether

Storeage

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7.14 - 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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7.15 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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7.16 Adjusting Harness Tension

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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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7.17 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.

7.18 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 only needed until the the child’s shoulder is at or above position 1.

DO NOT use this height insert for infants/children

in a forward facing position.

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Section 7 - Installation and Use



-Rear Position.

-

Forward Position.

Note: For children weighing more than 50lbs use the forward position

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7.19 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!!

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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.

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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.

WARNING

7.20 Upper Seatback Installation

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Section 7 - Installation and Use

Remove the upper seat back by lifting the yellow release taband 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.

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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.

WARNING

7.21 Upper Seatback Removal

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7.22 Lower Anchor Re-routing

To Re-route Lower Anchors Forward facing to Rear Facing

 Unfasten Lower Anchor

from child’s right side storage hooks.

 Pull the lower anchor from the

child right side through forward facing belt path to child’s left side.

 The Lower Anchor with

rectangular adjuster will stay on child’s left side and the Lower Anchor without the adjuster will route through the rear facing belt path.

NOTE:Be sure not to entangle lower anchors and harness webbing.

 Route Lower connectors

through rear facing belt path. Besure to have the Lower anchor adjuster remain on child’s LEFT side belt path, this will keep the Lower Anchors in the correct orientaion. Lower padding, fasten snaps, elastic and attach Lower Anchor storage hooks or install in vehicle.

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Child’s right side

Child’s left side

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7.22 Lower Anchor Re-routing

To Re-route Lower Anchors Rear Facing to Forward Facing

 Unfasten Lower Anchors

from storage hooks.

 Unfasten elastic loops and

snaps to lift padding out of seat bottom area. Pull Lower Anchor from the child’s right side through rear facing belt path to child’s left side.

 The Lower Anchor with the

rectangular adjuster will feed into the forward facing belt path NOTE:Be sure not to entangle

lower anchors and harness webbing.

Route Lower Anchor through

forward facing belt path. Be sure to have the Lower Anchor rectangular adjuster pass through the child’s RIGHT side belt path, this will keep the Lower Anchors in the correct orientation.Lower padding, fasten snaps, elastic and attach Lower Anchor storage hooks or install in vehicle.

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Child’s left side

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Child’s right side

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7.22 Lower Anchor Re-routing

Incorrect Routings !!

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur

Avoid Webbing Entaglemants ! Route LATCH Lower Anchor Webbing to the side of the harness webbing when changing lower anchors from forward facing to rear facing or from rear facing to forward facing.

WARNING

YES

Correct Routing

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7.23 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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7.24 Installation Pictograms

Lap Belt

Lap Belt/ Top Tether

Lap / Shoulder

Lap / Shoulder w/ Top Tether

Lower Anchor

LATCH

Lower Anchor

w/ Top Tether

Rear Facing

Forward Facing

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Section 8 - Safety Checklist/Safe Practices

For assistance with installation or use, contact one of the following sources:

- Learning Curve at: Phone: 1-888-899-2229 Email: CS@learningcurve.com

- A certified Child Passenger Safety (CPS) Technician

in your area. To locate a CPS Technician in your area, log onto www .nhtsa.dot.gov and select “Child Passenger Safety” and then select “Technician Contact Locator”.

Or attend a car seat check-up event. For car seat check-up event location and timing:

- Log onto www .nhtsa.dot.gov and select “Child Seat Inspections”.

- Log onto www .seatcheck.org.

- Call 1-866-SEAT CHECK (1-866-732-8243).

Safe Practices

* 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

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Did you read and understand these instructions and labels on the convertible car seat?

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Is the child the proper weight and height for the seat in the rear facing position?

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If the child is in the rear facing position, are the shoulder straps at or below the child’s shoulders?

√ √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 LATCH system or the auto safety belt system?

Have you checked the angle indicator line to be horizontal in the rear facing position?

√

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?

Safety Checklist

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Section 9 - Additional Information

Certification:

This child restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for use in motor vehicles.

This Convertible Seat is certified for use in motor vehicles.

Aircraft Use:

This Restraint is Certified for Aircraft Use.

V ehicle 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. 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

or log onto www.learningcurve.com

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 “

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Section 10 - Care and Cleaning

Removing Seat Pad:

Follow directions on page 61.

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 61 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

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True Fit Notes

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True Fit 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

Dyersville, IA 52040

or call 1-888-899-2229

or log onto www.learningcurve.com

2021 9th St. SE

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

WARNING

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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.

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURYcan occur

True F it P remi er

Convertible carseat Model C670