Britax Child Seat User Guide 1

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2009 Britax Child Safety, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A P363200 R1:04.09

This product and its components are subject to change without notice.

Table of Contents

Safety Information

Warnings ........................................................................................................................2Important Notes .............................................................................................................4Certification ....................................................................................................................5Registration ....................................................................................................................5Important Harness Adjustments...................................................................................6

Child Seat Features ..................................................................................................... 8Vehicle Compatibility

Incompatible Vehicle Seat Belts ...................................................................................10Vehicle Buckle Positions ...............................................................................................11Vehicle Seating Positions ..............................................................................................11

Installation: Rear-facing

LATCH Installation .........................................................................................................12Lap-Shoulder Belt Installation ......................................................................................14Lap-Belt Installation ......................................................................................................16

Installation: Forward-facing

LATCH Installation .........................................................................................................18Lap-Shoulder Belt Installation.......................................................................................20Lap-Belt Installation ......................................................................................................22

Installation: Aircraft ..................................................................................................... 24

Installation: Versa-Tether

Safety Information .........................................................................................................25Using the Versa-Tether ..................................................................................................26Tether Connector Strap .................................................................................................27Energy-Absorbing Tether ..............................................................................................28

Child Seat Functions

Switching the LATCH Connectors................................................................................29Storing the LATCH Connectors ....................................................................................30Recline Adjustment .......................................................................................................30Infant Body Pillow ..........................................................................................................30

Chest Clip ......................................................................................................................31HUGS Chest Pads .......................................................................................................31Harness Buckle .............................................................................................................32

How to Adjust Harness Height .....................................................................................33Securing Your Child ....................................................................................................34Care and Maintenance ................................................................................................ 36Warranty ....................................................................................................................... 40


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mportant Harness Adjustmentsccording to the American Academy of Pediatrics:l infants should ride rear-facing until they have reached at leastyear of age and weigh at least 20 pounds. That means that if

our infant reaches 20 pounds before her first birthday, she shouldemain rear-facing at least until she turns 1 year old. It is best forhildren to ride rear-facing to the highest weight or height allowedy the manufacturer.

ear-FacingWeight 5 35 pounds (2.3 15.9 kg).

se rear-facing only with children:

who weigh between 5 and 35 lbs (2.3 15.9 kg)

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the top of the childs head is 1 (2.5 cm) or morebelow the top of the child seat shell (Fig. A) and

the harness straps are at or slightly below thechilds shoulders.

the child cannot be secured within these requirements becausehe child exceeds height or weight requirements, review theorward-facing guidelines on page 7.

the child cannot be secured within these requirements becausehe child is too small, selection of a different child seat (such as anfant carrier) may be required.

MPORTANT: See How to Adjust Harness Height on page 33.

Forward-Facing

Weight 20 pounds (and 1 year) 65 pounds (9.1 29.5 kg).

Use forward-facing only with children:

who are at least one year of age and

who weigh between 20 and 65 lbs. (9.1 29.5 kg) and

who are 49 (124.5 cm) or less in height and

the top of the childs ears are below the top of the child seat sheland

the harness straps are at or above the childs shoulders, parallelto level ground (Fig. B).

IMPORTANT: When using forward-facing recline mode, it maybecome necessary to adjustthe harness to a higher height than wouldbe used when the seat is upright. See Figure B for reference.See How to Adjust Harness Height on page 33.

WARNING! Do NOT use the child seat rear-facing if any ofthe following apply:

the child is less than 5 lbs (2.3 kg) in weight or

the child exceeds 35 lbs (15.9 kg) in weight or

the top of the head is less than 1 (2.5 cm) from the top of thechild seat shell (Fig. A) or

the harness straps are above the childs shoulders.

WARNING!Do NOT use the child seat forward-facing if any

of the following apply:the child is less than one year of age or

the child is less than 20 lbs (9.1 kg) in weight or

the child exceeds 65 lbs (29.5 kg) in weight or

the child exceeds 49 (124.5 cm) in height or

the top of the ears are above the top of the child seat shell or

the harness straps are below the childs shoulders, parallel tolevel ground (Fig. B).

Shoulder level

Above Shoulder Level

Below Shoulder Level

Upright Reclined

Forward-Facing Harness Heightb

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Cover

LATCH Bar

Rear-Facing Lock-Off

LATCH Adjuster Release Button

LATCH Adjuster

LATCH Connector Release Button

LATCH Connector(stored under cover)

Head Restraint

Harness Slot

Comfort Pad0

Harness11

Infant Body Pillow12

Chest Clip13

HUGS (Harness Ultra Guard14

System) Chest PadsHarness Buckle15

Belly Pad16

Harness Adjuster Lever (under17flap)

Harness Adjuster Strap18

Recline Handle19

Serial Number and Manufactured20Date Label (under cover)

Head Restraint Adjustment Knob21

Forward-Facing Lock-Off22

Base23

Versa-Tether24 (Top AnchorageStrap)-in pouch

Harness Yoke25

Belt Guard26

IMPORTANT: When not in use, this user guideshould be stored under the cover. DO NOT discardthe foam inserts found under the cover.

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ncompatible Vehicle Seat Belts

hicle Seat Belt Information Vehicle Compatibility

WARNING!The position of the vehiclebelt buckle can adversely affect the stability ofthe child seat.

WARNING! The following types of vehicle belts are NOTcompatible with this child seat:

Vehicle belts with top or1bottom anchor points onthe vehicle door.

Motorized, automatic2vehicle belts

Lap-shoulder belts that3

have a separate retractoreach for the lap sectionand shoulder section

Lap belts forward of the4

vehicle seat bight.

Lap belts that have a retractor that locks only5in case of a sudden stop (emergency lockingretractor- or ELR).

WARNING!Some vehicles have no seating positions whichare compatible with this child seat or any other child seat. If in doubt,contact the vehicle manufacturer for assistance.

Forward-facing vehicle seats MUST be used with this child seat. Side-facing or rear-facing seats CANNOT be used. See diagram below.

DO NOT place a child seat

rear-facing in the front seatof a vehicle with apassenger air bag unlessdeactivated. DEATH orSERIOUS INJURY canoccur. See your vehicleowner's manual for childseat installation instruc-tions. The back seat is thesafest place for children12 and under.

WARNING!

Vehicle Buckle Positions

If the buckle lies near the incorrect position ( )when the vehicle belt is tightened, try fitting the childseat in another seating position in the vehicle ORconsult your vehicle owners manual to see if youcan lower the vehicle buckle position by twisting the

vehicle buckle stalk. If it is not possible to achievethe correct position ( ) for the buckle, then anotherseating position MUST be used.

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NOTE: If an audible click is not heard whenconnecting either LATCH connector, the LATCHstrap may be twisted, or there may be debris inthe LATCH connector. Correct either situationbefore continuing with the installation process.

Align each LATCH strap on the LATCH bar with7the LATCH Strap Here Rear-Facing label oneach side of the child seat. (Figs. D and E).

Push the child seat firmly into the vehicle seat8while pulling each LATCH strap tight (Fig. F).

Verify that all connections are secure, the9LATCH strap is aligned to the LATCH Strap

Here Rear-Facing label on each side of thechild seat, and that the child seat is stable.

The child seat is secure when it cannot bemoved more than 1 in. (2.5 cm) front-to-backor side-to-side at the belt path. If the child seatis not secure, repeat the procedure or use analternate seating location.

When properly installed in the rear-facing position,the back angle of the child seat should be3045 from vertical (not to exceed 45) whenthe car is parked on a level surface (Fig. G).

If necessary, the proper recline angle can beachieved by placing a rolled towel or poolnoodle in the seat bight to level the childseats base.

ATCH Installation

Figure A illustrates a rear-facing LATCHinstallation.

Verify that your vehicle is equipped withLATCH anchors. If LATCH anchors are notavailable, you must use the vehicle beltinstallation methods.

MPORTANT: LATCH connectors must be in anpright position (as shown in figure B) and therap should be tight and not twisted to ensureroper installation.

If stored, remove the LATCH connectors fromthe storage slots under the cover (see page30) and route through their adjacent rear-facingbelt slots.

Press and hold the first LATCH adjuster button,then pull the LATCH strap to full length. Repeatfor the remaining LATCH connector.

Recline the child seat and place it sideways onthe vehicle seat with the front facing you. Thischild seat must be in the recline positionwhen installed rear-facing. See ReclineAdjustmenton page 30.Verify the LATCH strap is not twisted, thenattach the closest LATCH connector to thevehicle seat back to the farthest LATCH anchorfrom you (Fig. C).

OTE: It may be necessary to switch the LATCHonnectors (page 29) if ANY of the following conditions exist:

LATCH connector is not in an upright position (Fig. B).

LATCH strap is twisted.

An audible click is NOT heard when the LATCH connector and LATCHanchor are connected.Rotate the child seat into the rear-facing position.

Verify that the LATCH strap is not twisted and attach the remainingLATCH connector to the adjacent LATCH anchor (Fig. B).

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WARNING! Do not raise the childseat off the front edge of the vehicle seat.This could cause your child seat not toperform as intended.

Rear-facing installation can be improved by theuse of the Versa-Tether. See pages 2528.

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To prevent damage, never extend the lock-off arm beyond its normal open position andalways keep the lock-off closed when it isnot in use.

If your vehicle is equipped with anautomatic locking retractor (ALR), use oflock-offs is not required as long as theALR is locked. Check your vehicle ownersmanual to determine the type of retractoryour vehicle has, and how to lock theretractor.

Verify that vehicle belt is tight and that the8

child seat is secure.The child seat is secure when it cannotbe moved more than 1 in. (2.5 cm) front-to-back or side-to-side at the belt path.If the child seat is not secure, repeat theprocedure or use an alternate seatinglocation.

When properly installed in the rear-facingposition, the back angle of the child seatshould be 30 45 from vertical (not toexceed 45) when the car is parked on alevel surface (Fig. G).

If necessary, the proper recline angle canbe achieved by placing a rolled towel orpool noodle in the seat bight to level thechild seats base.

ap-Shoulder Belt Installation

Figure A illustrates a rear-facing, lap-shoulder belt installation.

When not in use, always store the LATCHconnectors in the storage slots. See page 30.

Recline the child seat and place it rear-facing on the vehicle seat. This childseat must be in the recline position wheninstalled rear-facing. See Recline Adjustmenton page 30.

Lift the cover to open the rear-facing lock-off

farthest from where the vehicle belt will bebuckled (Fig. B).

Pull the vehicle belt out, then pass it under theLATCH bar and through the rear-facing belt slot(Fig. C).

The vehicle belt can be routed over or undercover.

Route the vehicle belt across seat thenthrough the opposite rear-facing belt slotand under the LATCH bar.

MPORTANT: The vehicle belt must rest behinde child seat buckle strap.

Verify that the vehicle belt is not twisted,position the lap belt portion through the openlock-off, then buckle (Fig. D).

Push the child seat firmly into the vehicleseat while removing slack first from the lapportion of the vehicle belt, then the shoulderportion (Fig. E).

Position both sections of the vehicle beltthrough the open lock-off, tighten belt, closethe lock-off arm (Fig. F) and replace thecover.

The lock-off is properly closed when a clickis heard.

WARNING! Do not raise the child seat off the front edge ofthe vehicle seat. This could cause your child seat not to perform asintended.

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Verify that vehicle belt is tight, locked, and8that the child seat is secure.

The child seat is secure when it cannot bemoved more than 1 in. (2.5 cm) front-to-back or side-to-side at the belt path. If the child seat is not secure,repeat the procedure or use an alternate seating location.

When properly installed in the rear-facing position, the back angleof the child seat should be 30 45 from vertical (not to exceed45) when the car is parked on a level surface (Fig. F).

If necessary, the proper recline angle can be achieved by placing arolled towel or pool noodle in the seat bight to level the child seatsbase.

ap-Belt Installation

Figure A illustrates a rear-facing, lap-beltinstallation.


Recline the child seat and place it rear-facing on the vehicle seat. This childseat must be in the recline position wheninstalled rear-facing. See Recline Adjustmenton page 30.

Lift the cover and open the rear-facing lock-

off farthest from where the vehicle belt willbe buckled (Fig. B).

Pull the vehicle belt out, then pass it under theLATCH bar and through the rear-facing belt slot(Fig. C).

The vehicle belt can be routed over orunder cover.

Route the vehicle belt across the child seatthen through the opposite rear-facing beltslot and under the LATCH bar.

MPORTANT: The vehicle belt must rest behinde child seat buckle strap.

Verify that the vehicle belt is not twisted,position the lap belt portion through the openlock-off, then buckle (Fig. D).

Push the child seat firmly into the vehicleseat while removing slack from the vehiclebelt.

Tighten the belt, close the lock-off arm andreplace the cover (Fig. E).

The lock-off is properly closed when a clickis heard.

To prevent damage, never extend the lock-off arm beyond its normal open position and

always keep the lock-off closed when notin use.

If your vehicle is equipped with anautomatic locking retractor (ALR), use ofthe lock-offs is not required as long as theALR is locked. Check your vehicle ownersmanual to determine the type of retractoryour vehicle has, and how to lock theretractor.

WARNING! Do not install this seat

with a non-locking, two-point EmergencyLocking Retractor (ELR) vehicle belt.

WARNING! Do not raise the child seat off the front edge ofthe vehicle seat. This could cause your child seat not to perform asintended.

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If stored, remove the LATCH connectors fromthe storage slots under the cover (see page30) and route through their adjacent rear-facingbelt slots.

Press and hold the first LATCH adjuster releasebutton, then pull the LATCH strap to full length.Repeat for the remaining LATCH connector.

Remove the Versa-Tether from the pouch andplace it up and over the child seat back.

Place the child seat forward-facing on thevehicle seat.

IP:You may need to raise or remove the vehiclehead restraint to achieve best fit of the child seat.

Attach one LATCH connector to its adjacent vehicle LATCH anchor (Fig.B) in the upright position (Fig. C).

OTE: It may be necessary to switch the LATCH connectors as shownn page 29 if ANY of the following conditions exist:

the LATCH connector is not in an upright position as shown infigure B.

ATCH Installation

Figure A illustrates a forward-facing LATCHinstallation.

Verify that your vehicle is equipped withLATCH anchors. If LATCH anchors arenot available, you must use vehicle beltinstallation methods.

the LATCH strap is twisted.An audible click is NOT heard when theLATCH connector and the LATCH anchorare connected.

Attach the remaining LATCH connector to its6adjacent vehicle LATCH anchor (Fig. D) inan upright position (Fig, C).

An audible click confirms attachment.

Ensure that the LATCH strap is not twisted.

NOTE: If an audible click is not heard whenconnecting either LATCH connector, the LATCHstrap may be twisted, or there may be debris in

the LATCH connector. Correct either situationbefore continuing with the installation process.

Align each LATCH strap on the LATCH bar7with the LATCH STRAP ON OR ABOVELINE FORWARD-FACING label on eachside of the child seat (Fig. E).

TIP:Gradually tighten each LATCH strap and keepthe LATCH strap webbing from sliding downon the LATCH bar.

Push the child seat firmly into the vehicle seat8while pulling each LATCH strap tight (Fig. F).

Attach the Versa Tether9 hook to thevehicles designated tether anchor for thechosen seating position. Remove all slackfrom the tether to secure. Store excesswebbing in the tether pouch. See pages25 28.

Verify that all connections are secure and that the child seat is stable.10The child seat is secure when it cannot be moved front- to-back orside-to-side more than 1 in. (2.5 cm) at the belt path. If the child seat isnot secure, repeat the installation process or use an alternate seatinglocation.

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WARNING!

This child seat must not be usedforward-facing for children less thanone year of age OR who weigh lessthan 20 lbs (9.1 kg).

This child seat must be in full uprightposition when installed forward-facingfor children who weigh more than 33lbs (15.1 kg).

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MPORTANT: Britax recommends that the Versa-ether be used at all times. Using the tether will

mprove the stability of the child seat and reducee risk of injury. Check your vehicle ownersanual for approved tether locations.

Place the child seat forward-facing on thevehicle seat. Ensure the bottom of the childseat base is in full contact with the vehicle seat.

IP:You may need to raise or remove the vehiclehead restraint to achieve best fit of the child

seat.If the vehicle is equipped with a designated tether anchor for thechosen seating position, remove the Versa-Tetherfrom the pouchand place it up and over the child seat back.

Rotate the lock-off lever to open the forward-facing lock-off farthestfrom where the vehicle belt will be buckled.

Pull vehicle belt out, then pass it over the LATCH bar, through theforward-facing belt path, then over the LATCH bar on the oppositeside (Fig. B).

ap-Shoulder Belt Installation

Figure A illustrates a forward-facing lap-shoulder belt installation.


Verify that the vehicle belt is not twisted and5is routed over the LATCH bars, then buckle(Fig. C).

Push the child seat firmly into the vehicle6seat while removing slack first from the lapportion of the vehicle belt, then the shoulderportion (Fig. D).

Hold the shoulder belt tight, then rotate7the lock-off until the vehicle belt is secured(Fig. E).

If your vehicle is equipped with anautomatic locking retractor (ALR), use of

lock-offs is not required as long as theALR is locked. Check your vehicle ownersmanual to determine the type of retractoryour vehicle has, and how to lock theretractor.

Attach the Versa-Tether8 hook to thedesignated tether anchor (if availableaccording to the vehicle owners manual) for the chosen seatingposition. Remove all slack from the tether to secure. Store excesswebbing in the tether pouch. See pages 2528.

Verify that the vehicle belt is tight and the child seat is secure.9

The child seat is secure when it cannot be moved front-to-back orside-to-side more than 1 in. (2.5 cm) at the belt path. If the childseat is not secure, repeat this procedure or use an alternate seatinglocation.

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Verify that the vehicle belt is not twisted, is4routed under the LATCH bars, then buckle(Fig. B).

Push the child seat firmly into the vehicle5seat while removing slack from the vehiclebelt (Fig. C).

Attach the Versa-Tether6 hook to thedesignated tether anchor (if availableaccording to the vehicle owners manual)for the chosen seating position. Remove all slack from the tetherto secure. Store excess webbing in the tether pouch. See pages

2528.Verify that the vehicle belt is tight, locked and the child seat is7secure.

The child seat is secure when it cannot be moved front-to-back orside-to-side more than 1 in. (2.5 cm) at the belt path. If the childseat is not secure, repeat this procedure or use an alternate seatinglocation.

ap-Belt Installation

Figure A illustrates a forward-facing, lap-beltinstallation.


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MPORTANT: Britax recommends that the Versa-Tether be used atl times. Using the tether will improve the stability of the child seatnd reduce the risk of injury. Check your vehicle owners manual forpproved tether locations.

Place the child seat forward-facing on the vehicle seat. Ensure thebottom of the child seat base is in full contact with the vehicle seat.

IP:You may need to raise or remove the vehicle head restraint to achieve

best fit of the child seat.If the vehicle is equipped with a designated tether anchor for thechosen seating position, remove the Versa-Tetherfrom the pouchand place it up and over the child seat back.

Pull the vehicle belt out, then pass it under the LATCH bar, throughthe forward-facing belt path, then under the LATCH bar on theopposite side (Fig. B).


WARNING!

This child seat must not be usedforward-facing for children less thanone year of age OR who weigh less

than 20 lbs (9.1 kg).This child seat must be in full uprightposition when installed forward-facingfor children who weigh more than 33lbs (15.1 kg).


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This child seat is certified for aircraft use. Mostairlines in the U.S. and Canada will allow the use ofa child seat as long as it is labeled as an approvedchild seat for airline use and fits properly on theaircraft seat. Contact the airline about their policyprior to traveling.

he FAA recommends that a child weighing up to 40 pounds (18.1 kg)se a certified, harnessed child seat while traveling on an aircraft.

stall your child seat in a window seat to avoid blocking the aisle.

the aircraft lap belt is too short, ask the flight attendant for a beltxtender.

ear-Facing Installationor rear-facing aircraft installation (Fig. A), followear-Facing Lap-Belt Installation instructions onages 1617.

To aid installation on aircraft, open the rear-facinglock-offs to allow routing of large buckles.

orward-Facing Installationor forward-facing aircraft installation (Fig. B),llow Forward-Facing Lap-Belt Installationstructions on pages 2223.

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WARNING!When using the child seat in forward-facing mode, attach theVersa-Tether only to tether anchors designated by the vehiclemanufacturer as tether anchorage points. Use of other locationsis not approved or permitted.

DO NOT modify the vehicle without advice from the vehiclemanufacturer if a tether anchorage is not available.

Safety Information

IMPORTANT:Britax recommends that the tether be used at all times. Using thetether will improve the stability of the child seat and reduce the risk oinjury.

If your vehicle does not currently have a tether anchor attachment,refer to your vehicle owners manual or contact the vehiclemanufacturer for assistance.

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WARNING!Only use the tether connector strap forrear-facing tether installation when there is NOT a designated vehicletether anchor.

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Using the Versa-Tether

Consult your vehicle owners manual fordesignated tether anchorage locations.

Locate the tether on the rear of the childseat and remove the tether from the pouch.

Place the tether up and over the child seatback.

Install the child seat using the LATCHsystem or the vehicle belts according to theinstructions in this manual.

Tilt the tether release tab then pull to fully

extend the tether strap into a V shape.Locate the hook on the strap and attachthe tether hook to the vehicles designatedtether anchor.

See figure A for a forward-facing installation.

See figures B and C for a rear-facinginstallation.

MPORTANT: The tether should be hooked over,ot under, the vehicle tether anchor.

Pull the tether adjuster strap to remove allslack. Roll up excess webbing and store intether pouch.

Verify there is tension in the tether strap andthat child seat is properly secured.

The child seat is secure when it cannot be

moved front-to-back orside-to-side more than 1 in. (2.5 cm) at the belt path.

Tether Connector Strap

NOTE: Britax child seats are shipped with the tether connector strapattached to the Versa-Tether hook. When not in use with rear-facinginstallations that have designated tether anchors or forward-facinginstallations, store the tether connector strap in the tether pouch.

Because every vehicle model is different,sometimes you cannot find a location toproperly anchor the tether. Use the tetherconnector strap to assist in creating ananchor point (Fig. D).

Find a fixed vehicle anchor point that is1bolted to the floor.

If you cannot find an acceptable2location to create an anchor point,contact the vehicle manufacturer toidentify a suitable tether connectionpoint.

Loop the tether connector strap around3the metal anchor.

Take the metal D-ring and thread it4 through the webbing loop on the otherend of the strap.

Pull the metal D-ring all the way through5until the strap is tight around the metalanchor.

Use the D-ring as an attachment point6for hook on tether strap.

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gure A shows the tether when the child seatacceptable for continued use (provided the

hild seat has not been involved in a crash). Theolored stitching will be intact and the webbing wille looped inside the shell.

gures B and C show the tether when the childeat is unacceptable for continued use. If any ofe loops have pulled through the back side of the

hell and/or any of the colored stitching has beeneleased on either side, the child seat is no longercceptable for use. Discontinue use of the childeat.

MPORTANT: Regardless of whether loops haveulled through the back side of the shell and the

olored stitching has been released, discontinuese of the child seat if it has been involved in aoderate or severe crash.

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Child Seat Functions

The energy-absorbing Versa-Tether was designed to enhancethe performance of the child seat tether. By introducing a stagedrelease of the tether webbing, the forward movement of the childseat is delayed while reducing the amount of energy transferred tothe child seat during a crash. A secondary benefit of the energy-absorbing Versa-Tether is to help indicate when the child seat hasbeen involved in a moderate or severe crash and replacement of thechild seat is necessary.

nergy-Absorbing Tether Switching the LATCH Connectors

The LATCH connectors will properly connect withthe LATCH anchors in the vehicle only when theconnectors are correctly aligned and the harnessis not twisted.

To ensure the LATCH connector is properly alignedwith the vehicles LATCH anchor,the connectors red release button should faceaway from vehicle seat back, and the larger of thetwo connector sections is on top (Fig. D).

Lift the front of cover to access the LATCH1 connector.

Slide both connectors through the rear-2facing belt slots to the center of the childseat so both connectors are on the frontside of the child seat (Fig. E).

Loosen the loop on one connector (Fig. F).3

Thread the other connector through the loop4created in step 3 to switch positions (Fig. G).

Slide each connector through the5appropriate rear-facing belt slot to oppositeside of the child seat.

Replace the cover and continue with the6installation procedure.

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toring the LATCH Connectors

When the LATCH connector is not in use, lift theover to access the LATCH storage slots (Fig. A).old the LATCH adjuster and the connector, thenide each set into the adjacent slot.

OTE: Child seats are shipped from Britax with theATCH connectors in the storage slots.

ecline Adjustment

ull the recline handle (Fig. B) then slidee child seat shell into the desired position.elease the recline handle, then verify the childeat has locked into position.

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Chest Clip

Fastening the Chest Clip

Fasten the chest clip by pushing the two halvestogether until a positive click is heard (Fig. D).

Releasing the Chest Clip

Squeeze the middle tabs together (Fig. E).1

Pull the two pieces apart.2

Adjusting the Chest Clip

Slide the chest clip up or down (Fig. F) on1the harness so it is positioned at the middle

of the childs chest, level with the childsarmpits.

Slide the HUGS2 chest pads and comfortpads to a comfortable location for the child.

HUGS Chest Pads

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OTE: It will be necessary to loosen the tether,ehicle seat belt, and/or LATCH strap beforedjusting the recline position. The tether, vehicleeat belt, and/or LATCH strap must be properly re-ghtened after adjusting the recline position.

nfant Body Pillow

he Infant Body Pillow is designed to provide better fit and comfort forfants using this child seat. For additional side support, fold the sideaps inward (Fig. C).

OTE: Remove the Infant Body Pillow after child can sit comfortably in thehild seat without additional support.

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WARNING! HUGS chest padsmust be installed for forward-facing use.Removal of HUGS is optional only for rear-facing use.

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arness Buckle

astening the Harness BuckleHold the harness buckle with one hand.

Use your other hand to insert one buckletongue at a time into the harness buckle(Fig. A).

A proper connection is confirmed with anaudible click after inserting each buckletongue.

eleasing the Harness Buckle

Brace the rear of the harness buckle withone hand.

Use your thumb to press the release buttonand slide both buckle tongues to removefrom the buckle (Fig. B).

MPORTANT:Periodically clean the harnessuckle to ensure safe operation. See page 39.

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How to Adjust Harness Height

IMPORTANT:See Important HarnessAdjustments on pages 67 for instructions onproper harness fit based on your childs heightand weight.

Loosen the harness by lifting the harness1adjuster lever while pulling the harnessstraps forward as far as possible.

Rotate the head restraint adjustment knob2on either side of the child seat to raise orlower the head restraint and harness (Fig. C).

NOTE: DO NOT force the head restraint adjustment knob in eitherdirection. If the knob is difficult to turn, the head restraint may be atmaximum or minimum height, the harness may be tight, or the childsweight is pressing against the head restraint cover.

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Gently pull up on the harness straps to8tighten lap section of the harness whichshould fit across the childs upper thighs.

Important checklist before tightening theharness:

Check for proper harness height (see9pages 6 7).

Remove slack from around the childs9upper thighs.

Slowly pull the adjuster strap9until the harness is snugaround the child (Fig. E).

A snug strap should not allowany slack. It lies in a relativelystraight line without sagging. Itdoes not press on the childsflesh or push the childs bodyinto an unnatural position.

You should not be able to pinchexcess webbing at the shoulderonce the harness is properly secured.

Position the chest clip at the middle of the10childs chest, level with the childs armpits(Fig. F).

Verify that the harness is not twisted and the11child is properly secured.

IMPORTANT:Always pull on the harness aftersecuring the child to ensure the buckle tonguesare secure in the harness buckle.

Buckling and Tightening the

arness

Loosen the harness by lifting the harnessadjuster release lever located on the frontof the child seat while pulling both shoulderstraps forward (Fig. A).

Release the chest clip by squeezing the tabsand sliding the pieces apart (Fig. B).

Unfasten the harness buckle by pressing therelease button and sliding the tongues out.

Move the harness straps to the side of the

child seat.Use the harness holders located on thestraps and both sides of the cover to aid inholding the straps.

MPORTANT: Remove bulky coats and/orckets before putting the child in child seat.djust the harness to fit the clothes the child isearing.

Place child in the child seat.

Position harness straps around the child andfasten harness buckle (Fig. C) and chest cl ip(Fig. D).

Proper connection of the harness buckleis confirmed with an audible click afterinserting each buckle tongue.

If the buckle will not fasten with an audibleclick after insertion of each buckle tongue,the harness buckle or adjuster area maybe clogged with food, drink or other debristhat needs to be removed. See page 39 forcleaning instructions.

Slide the HUGS chest pads down towardsthe buckle.

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Pull the harness adjuster awayfrom the child seat to tighten.

Do not pull sideways.

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Cover Removal

Remove the infant body pillow.

Loosen the harness by lifting the harnessadjuster lever while pulling both shoulderstraps forward as far as possible.

Release the chest clip and unbuckle theharness.

Unhook the shoulder straps from theharness yoke on the rear of the child seat(Fig. A).

Pull the upper harness straps through the

head restraint and cover to the front of thechild seat.

Recline the child seat.

Locate the metal buckle strap retainer on thebottom of the child seat.

Pull the retainer away from the child seat toloosen.

Turn the retainer so the short side will fit through the slot in the childseat shell (Fig. B).

Push the retainer through the slots in the shell and cover, to the top0of the child seat.

Remove the head restraint portion of the cover. Remove the energy-1absorbing foam from the head restraint and set aside.

Be careful not to damage the energy-absorbing foam.*

Gently remove the upper portion of the cover by pulling it from2

behind the side air cushions and then around the head restraint.Pull the lower harness straps, buckle tongues, HUGS3 chest pads,and chest clip through the lower slots in cover.

Remove the entire cover from the child seat.4

Cleaning the Cover

HAND WASH using cold water and mild soap.

LINE or LIE-FLAT DRY to prevent the cover from shrinking.

DO NOT bleach, machine wash, machine dry or iron.

Refitting the Cover

To refit the cover, reverse the directions on page 36. Make sure that theshoulder straps are not twisted, and are properly threaded through thechest clip, HUGS chest pads, cover, foam, and shell.

Cleaning the Shell

SPONGE CLEAN using warm water and mild soap.

TOWEL DRY

DO NOT use solvents or abrasive cleaners.

Cleaning the Harness

SPONGE CLEAN using warm water and mild soap.

TOWEL DRY

DO NOT bleach, machine wash, machine dry, iron, or disassemblethe harness.

Cleaning the Harness Adjuster

Periodically check the adjuster area to be sure it is clean and free offood, drink or other debris. If debris is present, it must be removed toprevent interference with the adjuster mechanism.

BRUSH AWAY LOOSE DEBRIS using a soft-bristled brush.

SPONGE CLEAN using warm water and a mild soap.

TOWEL DRY

DO NOT use solvents, abrasive cleaners or disassemble the harness

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arness Buckle Removal

Recline the child seat.

Locate the metal buckle strap retainer on thebottom of the child seat.

Pull the retainer away from the child seat toloosen.

Turn the retainer so the short side will fitthrough the slot in the child seat shell (Fig. A).

Push the retainer through the slots in theshell and cover, to the top of the child seat.

e-threading the Harness Buckle

Locate the slot in cover and shell for the harness buckle.

Turn the buckle retainer so the short side will fit through the slot inthe cover and the child seat shell (Fig. A).

Push the retainer through the slots in the shell and cover, to thebottom of the child seat.

Pull the harness buckle away from the child seat until tight andverify the strap is not twisted and the release button is facingoutward.

Cleaning the Harness Buckle

If a child eats and drinks while in the child seat,the harness buckle may need to be periodicallychecked and cleaned of any food, drink or otherdebris.

REMOVE BUCKLE as described above.

RINSE THOROUGHLY using warm water(Fig. B).

TEST THE HARNESS BUCKLE by fastening(Fig. C) and unfastening (Fig. D) until a clickis heard after inserting each buckle tongue.

If either click is not heard, repeat cleaningprocedure.

TOWEL DRY

DO NOT lubricate, use solvents, abrasivecleaners, soap or other householddetergents.

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his child seat was manufactured by Britax Child Safety, Inc. Britax warrants thisoduct to the original retail purchaser as follows:

MITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTYhis product is warranted against defective materials or workmanship for one yearom the date of original purchase. Proof of purchase is required. The exclusivemedy for this warranty is that Britax will, at its option, provide repair or replacement

omponents for this product. Britax reserves the right to discontinue or changebrics, parts, models or products, or to make substitutions. make a claim under this warranty, contact Britax Consumer Services at888-427-4829 or write to us using the address on the back cover of this booklet.oof of purchase is required.

LEASE COMPLETE AND MAIL THE OWNER REGISTRATION CARD

WITHIN (30) DAYS OF PURCHASE OR VISIT WWW.BRITAXUSA.COM/EGISTRATION.

WARRANTY LIMITATIONShis warranty does not include damages which arise from negligence, misuse or useot in accordance with the product instruction.he use of non-Britax Child Safety, Inc., covers, inserts, toys, accessories, orghtening devices is not approved by Britax. Their use could cause this child seat

fail Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or not perform as intended in a c rash.heir use automatically voids the Britax warranty.

MITATION OF DAMAGEShe warranty and remedies as set forth above are exclusive and in lieu of all others,al or written, express or implied. In no event will Britax, or the retailer selling thisoduct, be liable for any damages, including incidental or consequential damages,ising out of the use or inability to use this product.

MITATIONS OF WARRANTIES AND OTHER WARRANTY TERMSND STATE LAWS

ny implied warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness forparticular purpose, shall be limited to the duration and terms of the express writtenarranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty laststhe exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above

mitations may not apply. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you mayave other rights, which vary from state to state. Neither Britax, nor the retailer sellingis product, authorizes any person to create for it any other warranty, obligation, orbility in connection with this product.

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Double Check Car Seat-to-Vehicle Installation:

Check that the LATCH or vehicle seat belt connections to the vehicleare tight and secure.

Verify the car seat cannot be moved front-to-back or side-to-side more

than one inch (2.5 cm) at the belt path.

Double Check Child-to-Car Seat Installation:

Tug on the buckle to ensure a proper connection.

Confirm that the harness straps are snug and over both shoulders

and hips. You should not be able to pinch excess harness strapwebbing at the childs shoulder.

Make sure the chest clip is properly fastened and positioned in themiddle of the childs chest at armpit level.

IMPORTaNT:dOuble check eveRy TIMe yOu use

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