RC 2 - Baby car seat RED CASTLE - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Baby car seat Group 0
Brand	RED CASTLE
Model	RC 2
Weight group	0 (newborn to 10 kg, approx. 9 months)
Safety standard	ECE R44-04, universal
Car installation	Rear-facing mandatory, 3-point belt or Primafix base (optional)
Seatback positions	4 positions: A (reclined, up to 5 kg), B (inclined, up to 5 kg), C (semi-upright, with base only), D (upright, 5-10 kg)
Handle positions	3 positions: car transport, carry handle, rocking chair/stroller
Harness	2 height adjustments, 5-point, adjustable
Included accessories	Hood, apron, head bumper (sun protection), additional sun shade
Use outside car	Recliner (reclined up to 9 kg), carry handle, rocking chair
Approximate dimensions	45 x 30 x 55 cm
Approximate weight	3.5 kg
Care and cleaning	Cover washable with lukewarm soapy water, no machine wash, do not iron
Optional accessories	Primafix base (compatible)
General information	Manufacturer: RED CASTLE FRANCE. Max lifespan: 5 years. Do not use after an accident.

Frequently Asked Questions - RC 2 RED CASTLE

How to install the RC 2 car seat in the car?

The seat must be installed rear-facing exclusively. Use a 3-point seat belt (with or without retractor). Route the lap belt through the front guides under the shell (fig. 1) and the diagonal belt around the backrest then into the rear guide (fig. 2). Tighten the belt well (fig. 4). Never install on a front seat with an active frontal airbag.

How to adjust the harness height?

The harness has two height adjustments. To change: release the metal buckle at the back of the seat (fig. 6), pull the straps out of the slots, then reinsert them into the slots at the desired height (fig. 7). Ensure the shoulder straps are at the same level (fig. 5).

Can I use the car seat on the front seat of the car?

Yes, only if the frontal airbag is deactivated or if the vehicle does not have one. The seat must always be rear-facing. Never install on a front seat with an active frontal airbag (danger of death).

How to clean the car seat cover?

The cover can be cleaned with lukewarm soapy water. Do not machine wash, do not iron, do not use abrasive products. To remove it, open the harness buckle (fig. 26), pass the straps through the slots (fig. 27), first remove the front part then detach the snap button at the top of the backrest (fig. 28).

What are the seatback positions and how to adjust them?

The backrest has 4 positions (A, B, C, D) operated by a push button at the rear. Position A (reclined) and B (inclined) for children up to 5 kg; position C (semi-upright) usable only with the Primafix base; position D (upright) for 5-10 kg. Outside the car, all positions are possible up to 9 kg.

Can the car seat be used as a recliner?

Yes, in reclined (A) or inclined (B) position outside the car, until the child can sit up alone. However, it is not designed for long sleep periods: place the child in a bed for sleeping.

How to adjust the car seat handle?

The handle has 3 positions: car transport (1a), carry handle (1b), rocking chair/stroller (1c). To change, press the side buttons (fig. 17) and move the handle until it clicks. In the car, the handle must always be in position 1a. When carrying, make sure it is locked in position 1b.

How to install the hood and apron?

The hood attaches by inserting the plastic parts into the side notches (fig. 19). Adjust the back openings to align with the belt guides (fig. 20-21). The apron fits over it by matching Velcro and snaps (fig. 22-23). Do not use the apron in the car as it hinders access to the child in an emergency.

Can I use the car seat with a child over 10 kg?

No, this model is approved for children from birth to 10 kg (approx. 9 months). For a heavier child, use a higher group seat.

What to do in case of a car accident?

The car seat must be replaced after an accident, even if no damage is visible. It may have suffered internal damage. Never use an accident-damaged seat.

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General safety instructions

BEFORE USING YOUR CAR SEAT FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY RESPECTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS AS INDICATED IN ORDER TO GUARANTEE YOUR CHILD MAXIMUM SAFETY. IMPORTANT! KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

The RC 2 car seat can be installed with or without the PRIMAFIX base (optional accessory).

Installing the RC 2 car seat in the car (with the car seat belts)

WARNING

• Never leave the child unsupervised.
• The RC 2 group O car seat conforms to the European safety standard ECE R-44/04. It is suitable for children from birth to less than 10kgs (around 9 months).
• The RC 2 group O car seat is classed in the «universal» category of retaining devices for children. It can be adapted on the majority of car passenger seats. It is possible to fit the device correctly in the vehicle if the manufacturer's vehicle handbook states that it will take “universal” retaining devices for children of this age group.
• The RC 2 group O car seat must always be used in the rear facing position. It must be fixed in your vehicle EXCLUSIVELY with a 3 point seat belt (static or automatic) which conforms to the ECE-16 regulation or its equivalent.
• Seat belt lengths vary from car to car. We suggest you check that this car seat can be used in your vehicle.

• The RC 2 group O car seat must never be installed in front passenger seats equipped with a front airbag, this may prove very dangerous.

• ALWAYS attach your baby with the safety harness even when you are not using the RC 2 car seat in the vehicle.

• The manufacturer can only guarantee the safety of the car seat if it is used by the first time owner. We strongly suggest that you do not use a second hand car seat.

• Do not continue to use this car seat when used as a reclined cradle once the child can sit unaided.

• It is dangerous to place this car seat on a raised surface: for example, on a table...
• Do not use the car seat for more than 5 years. Intensive use can cause deterioration not always visible.
• Never take the baby out of the car seat for any reason while the vehicle is in motion.
  Always use the restraint system.
• When used as a reclined cradle, this car seat is not intended for use during long periods of sleep.

WARNING: Never install the RC 2 group O car seat on the front passenger seat if the car is equipped with a front airbag. This could cause death or serious injury. If you have a front airbag use the car seat in the rear of the car. Both in the front and in the rear of the car, the car seat must always be used in a rear facing position.

1. Put the handle into position 1a (fig. 18) (see chapter on «Adjusting the seat back and handle positions»).
2. Buckle the car seat belt.
3. Feed the lap belt of the car through the guides at the front of the car seat (located below the car shell). (fig. 1).
4. Then, slip the diagonal belt around the rear of the car seat and feed it through the guide located at the back of the car seat (fig. 2). IMPORTANT: check that the car seat belt does not slip underneath the adjustment lever (fig. 3).
5. Choose the seat back position best suited to your child's weight:

1	Position A	up to 5kgs	(fig.13)
2	Position B	up to 5kgs	(fig.14)
3	Position C	Only to be used in the car with the Primafix base	(fig.15)
4	Position D	from 5kgs to 10kgs	(fig.16)

1. Pull firmly on the diagonal belt to take up any slack (fig. 4).

IMPORTANT: Each time the position of the car seat back is changed, the seat belt must be retightened. During travel, the handle must always be in the transport position.

WARNING: The seat belt must never be twisted.

How to adjust the safety harness

The harness must always be adjusted to fit the child's size. The harness straps must go through the slots nearest to the baby's shoulders (fig. 5).

• The RC 2 group O car seat harness can be adjusted at 2 heights allowing it to be adapted to the child as he grows.

To change the heights of the harness:

a) Locate the metal assembly buckle at the lower part of the seat back (fig. 6). Release and undo the harness shoulder straps by slipping them through the slots of the seat.
b) Put the straps back through the slots at the desired height (fig. 7) and reassemble them with the metal buckle. Check the straps are not twisted. Important! Ensure that both shoulder straps are at the same level height (fig. 5).

To open and close the buckle:

To close: assemble the 2 parts of the buckle (fig. 8.1) and insert them into the fastener (fig. 8.2) until they are secured ("click" heard) (fig. 9).

To open: push on the red button.

Adjusting the safety harness:

It is recommended that you adjust the length of the harness to fit the size of the child BEFORE installing the car seat in the car.

To tighten the straps at shoulder height: Pull on the end of the tension strap until it is tightened (fig. 10).

To untighten the safety harness:

With one hand push down on the adjustment button located at the front of the car seat, in the direction of the arrow (fig. 11.A), and with the other hand, simultaneously pull the shoulder straps toward you (fig. 11.B).

IMPORTANT: The safety harness should be tightened firmly but must not restrict the

child's movements. Check that the straps are not twisted. The harness buckle should be situated as low as possible on the child's abdomen and never on his stomach. This is to ensure adequate pelvic protection.

Installing the child in the RC 2 car seat

WARNING: NEVER leave a child unattended in his car seat.

IMPORTANT: It is recommended that you adjust the length of the harness to the child's size BEFORE installing the car seat in the car. The harness straps must go through the slots nearest to the child's shoulders.

• Put the handle in position 1a (fig. 18).
• Release the harness buckle by pressing on the red button.
• Sit your child comfortably in the car seat with his back firmly against the rear of the seat.
• Adjust the position of the seat back (see chapter «adjusting the seat back and handle positions»).
• Assemble the 2 parts of the buckle together and insert them into the fastener.
• Adjust the harness to fit your baby (see chapter on "adjusting the harness").

Head hugger (Sun shade)

The RC 2 car seat includes a 3 function head hugger - it reduces the car seat size, it cushions the baby's head, it protects from the sun.

The head hugger provides extra comfort when baby is lying down and lateral support for baby's head ad upper body. As he grows, remove the padding and use it as a simple head hugger and sun shade (unfolds and closes with the zip).

Unfolded as sun shade

Folded back

Adjusting the seat back and handle positions

To adjust the seat back:

Lift up the lever located at the rear of the car seat and choose the position best suited to your baby's weight:

4 POSITIONS
1	Position A Lying	up to 5kg	(fig.13)
2	Position B Reclining	up to 5kg	(fig.14)
3	Position C Semi-reclining (*)	from 5kg to 10kg	(fig.15)
4	Position D Traditional	from 5kg to 10kg	(fig.16)

NB : When not used in the car, all 4 positions are possible on the stroller up to 9kgs.

(*) IMPORTANT: the position C (semi-reclining) is not authorized in a vehicle unless the car seat is installed on the Primafix base.

Handle positions (fig. 18):

There are 3 handle positions.

To change position, release the handle position by pushing down simultaneously on the buttons at either side (fig. 17) while at the same time moving the handle forwards or backwards, to the required position ( click heard).

1a -> Position when used in the car

1b -> Position when carrying baby

1c -> Position when used as a rocking chair / on the stroller

IMPORTANT: Remain vigilant at all times! - If you carry baby in his RC 2 car seat outside of the vehicle, check that the handle is firmly clenched in position 1b.

IMPORTANT: Attach your child in all circumstances, always use the restraining system.

IMPORTANT: To change the handle position from 1b to 1c or 1c to 1b, the hood must always be unfolded (fig. 1).

Optional accessories

Attaching the Hood:

• To attach the hood: Insert the plastic attachments located either side of the hood into the side sockets of the RC 2 car seat (fig. 19).

• Line up the openings, indicated by the blue arrows (located at the rear of the hood), with the guides for the car seat belts (fig. 20 and 21).

• Adjust the hood as required in order to protect your baby from the sun.

• To remove the hood : push down on the plastic attachments at either side of the hood, at the same time pulling the end of the hood upwards.

Attaching the apron:

• Before attaching the apron, attach the hood (see previous chapter).
• Cover the RC 2 car seat with the apron (fig. 22).
• Match the velcro straps and the press studs of the apron and the hood with those on the car seat cover. Press them firmly to close them. (fig. 23).
• To remove the apron, detach the velcro and undo the press studs.

Do not use the RC 2 car seat apron in the vehicle. In the case of an emergency, this could impede access to the child.

Attaching the sun screen

• Position the wider part (shown at the top of fig. 24) onto the hood and attach the velcros.
• Pull the sun screen taut towards the lower part of the seat and attach the velcros (fig. 25).

IMPORTANT: The sun screen has been designed to reduce the sun's glare and limit the effect of UV rays. The use of this sun screen does not exempt you from the need to protect your child. We recommend the systematic use of a sun cream. Regularly check that the child has enough to drink.

Care and washing instructions

• The car seat and the safety harness can be wiped clean with warm, soapy water.
  To remove the seat cover: open the harness buckle (fig. 26), slip the harness straps and the buckle through the slots in the seat cover (fig. 27). First remove the front part of the seat cover then undo the press stud at the top of the seat back. (fig. 28).
  To replace it, make sure that the safety harness and the edges of the cover are positioned correctly.

• Wash the cover of the car seat in warm, soapy water (do not machine wash). Rinse thoroughly and leave open to dry. Do not iron. Do not use abrasive cleaning products.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

• The RC 2 car seat can be installed (rear facing) on the front passenger seat after having deactivated the front airbag (not to be installed in vehicles equipped with front airbag which cannot be deactivated) or on a rear passenger seat.
• Only use the car seat with a 3 point car seat belt.
• Never leave your child unattended.
• Attach your child in all circumstances, always use the restraining system
• The original equipment of the RC 2 car seat Group 0 must not be altered.
• For your child's safety we formally advise against installing the car seat on a supermarket trolley.
• In the event of an accident, the car seat must no longer be used and must obligatorily be changed. It may have incurred damage not visible to the eye.
• When the car seat is used in the front of the vehicle (on the passenger seat), the seat on which it is installed should be as far back as possible, the car seat back should be upright and its headrest as low as possible.
• Never use the car seat on any seat equipped with an airbag which has not been deactivated.
• The car seat must always be held in place by the car seat belt, even when the car seat is not being used. Unattached, it represents a danger for the vehicle's occupants, were the vehicle to brake suddenly.
• The car seat belt and the car seat safety harness must not be twisted.

• When parked in the sun, the temperature rises inside the vehicle. We recommend that you cover the car seat (e.g. with a piece of fabric) so that it will be more comfortable for baby when placing him into the car seat. This will also prevent metal parts from heating up and perhaps burning him. It will also prevent the textile parts from discolouring.

• Never hold the child on your lap when in the vehicle. Unattached, in the case of an accident, he will be transformed into a "flying object". Never travel with your own 3 point set belt attached around you and the child.

• Respect the Highway Code. Make sure that all passengers in the vehicle are wearing their seat belts correctly attached.
• Do not place heavy objects on the rear window shelf. Make sure that any luggage inside the vehicle is placed in such a way that, in the event of an accident, it does not injure either the baby or any other occupants.
• Place the car seat in the vehicle with caution, making sure that it is correctly installed. Always check the wear and tear of the vehicle seat belts and the car seat safety harness. Always also check that no part of the car seat, its safety harness, or the car seat belt is caught beneath the passenger seat or in the car door.
• Never use the car seat without its original seat cover. Use only the seat cover provided by the manufacturer.
• When the car seat is combined on the stroller, NEVER lift the stroller by the car seat but ONLY by the stroller chassis.
• Keep this instruction manual close to hand at all times for future reference.
• Do not remove the sewn on labels on the car seat so as to avoid damaging the fabric.
• When used as a baby bouncer, this car seat does not replace a crib or a cot. When the child needs to sleep, he should be placed in an appropriate crib or cot.
• Do not use this car seat if any parts are broken or are missing.
• Do not use any accessories or replacement parts other than those approved by the manufacturer.

Installing the RC 2 car seat in the car with an Isofix system

Please refer to the instructions for use of the PrimaFix base compatible with the RC 2 car seat.