Isofix Base - Baby products CHICCO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Isofix Base CHICCO

READ IMMEDIATELY The Iso-Fix Base is to be used exclu- sively with the Auto-fix Fast car seat approved for Group 0+ (0 -13 kg). The Auto-fix Fast car seat compatible with the Isofix Base carries a label on each side indicating the same. Before installation, check that the car is fitted with Isofix anchorage points, which will be found between the backrest and seat of the car. The Chicco Isofix Base is approved to “Semi-Universal” standards which means it is not compatible for use on all car models, but only those indicated in the “List of approved vehicles” booklet attached. PRODUCT FEATURES

1. This is an ISOFIX child restraint de-

vice. It is approved to ECE R44/04 Standards for general use in vehicles equipped with ISOFIX safety anchor- age systems.

2. It is a classified as a “Semi-Universal”

device which is compatible for use in the vehicles indicated in the relative “List of approved vehicles” list.

3. To use the SEMI-UNIVERSAL ISOFIX

system, it is necessary to read the instructions in the vehicle handbook before installing the child car seat in- side the car. The vehicle manual will indicate the seats compatible with the class and age group of the child car seat.

4. The child mass group and ISOFIX size

class for which the child restraint may be used are: GROUP 0+, Class E- ISO/

5. It is only suitable if the vehicle is fitted

with a 3-point static or 3-point retrac- tor safety belts approved to UN/ECE Regulation No.16, or other equivalent standards.

6. If in doubt, consult either the child

restraint device manufacturer or your retailer. INDEX: 1 WARNINGS

2 DESCRIPTION OF THE PARTS

3 INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL FOR

VEHICLES WITH THE ISOFIX SYSTEM

4 INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL WITH

• Keep this instruction booklet for future reference. - Read these instructions carefully before fitting and installing the prod- uct. The product must not be used by anybody who has not read these instructions.

• WARNING! According to car ac- cident statistics, the rear seats of a vehicle are generally safer than the front seat: it is therefore recom- mended to install the Isofix Base and the child car seat on the rear seats of the car.

• WARNING! SERIOUS DANGER! Never use this child car seat in- stalled on front vehicle seats fit- ted with front airbags. The Isofix Base and child car seat can only be installed on a front vehicle seat if the front airbag has been disabled: check with the car manufacturer or the relative user manual for instruc- tions on how to disable the airbag. It is always recommended to slide the vehicle seat as far back as possible, according to whether passengers12

are travelling in the back. - It is recommended to ensure that all passengers know how to release the child from the car seat in the case of an emergency. - Pay close attention on how to in- stall the Isofix Base and the child car seat inside the vehicle, to pre- vent a loose seat or car door from interfering with it.

• No child car seat can guarantee the total safety of your child in the event of an accident, but the use of this product reduces the risk of serious injuries or death.

• The risk of serious injuries to the child increases, not only in the case of accidents, but also in other cir- cumstances ( e.g. sudden braking, etc.) if the instructions provided in this manual are not followed carefully: always check that the Isofix Base and the child car seat are fastened correctly onto the vehicle seat.

• If the Isox Base and the child car seat are damaged, deformed or worn out, they must be replaced, as their original safety features and standards may have been compro- mised.

• This product must not be modied in any way, unless the modification is approved by the manufacturer.

• Do not install accessories, spare parts, or any component not sup- plied by the manufacturer.

• Never leave your child unattended in the car seat.

• Never place the child seat on a vehicle seat without fastening it securely in place; it could hurt or injure other passengers in the car.

• Never place anything except an accessory specifically approved for use with the product between Isofix Base and the vehicle seat, between the vehicle seat and the child car seat or between the child car seat and the child: in the event of an ac- cident, Isofix Base and the child car seat may not operate correctly.

• After an accident, even a minor one, the Isofix Base and the child car seat may incur damage, even if it is not visible to the naked eye: they must therefore be replaced.

• Do not use second hand devices or equipment: they may have suf- fered structural damage which is not visible to the naked eye but however compromise the safety of the product.

• Do not transport loose or unsecured objects or baggage on the back shelf of the vehicle: in the event, of an accident or sudden braking, they may injure the passengers.

• Ensure that all the car passengers fasten their seat belts, for their own safety and because, during the jour- ney, they may injure the child in the event of an accident or sudden braking of the car.

• On long journeys make frequent stops. Children tire easily. Never, for any reason, remove your child from the child car seat whilst the car is moving. If your child needs attention, find a safe place and pull over.

• If the vehicle has been left in the sun, check that the different parts of the child car seat are not too hot: in such an event, let the child car seat cool down first before plac- ing the child into the it, in order to avoid burns.

• Artsana declines all responsibil- ity in cases of incorrect use of this product.14

A Isofix connectors B Abdominal seat belt passage guide C Compartment for storing the instruc- tion booklet and 2 protective Isofix connector caps D Red/green indicator to signal that the child car seat has, or has not, been fitted correctly E Support leg F Isofix system adjuster lever G Protective caps for Isofix connectors H Release buttons I Isofix system correct installation in- dicator L Support foot adjuster lever M Red incorrect installation indicator N Green support leg correct installation indicator

INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL

1. Remove the Isofix (A) connectors from

the base using the adjuster lever (F) (Diag. 8). Keep the lever up, and pull out the ISOFIX system COMPLETELY (Diag. 8). Ensure that the system has been pulled out as far as possible.

2. Remove the Isofix connectors protec-

tion caps (G) using the release but- tons (H) (Diag. 9a and 9b). Repeat this procedure for both connectors. Place the two caps in their compart- ment (C) WARNING! Store the caps carefully, since they are indispensable for reinsert- ing the ISOFIX system on the base when the system is not in use.

3. Position the Isofix base on the rear

vehicle seat and fasten the Isofix con- nectors to the anchorage points found between the back rest and the car seat (Diag. 10). You will hear a “click” when the connectors fit into place. WARNING! Check that the two in- dicators (I) are green which means the system has been installed correctly.

4. Push Isofix Base firmly against the

backrest of the car seat (Diag. 11) to ensure maximum adherence.

5. Pull the base towards you a couple of

times to ensure the two connectors are locked in place.

6. Position the support foot (E) and use

the adjuster lever to fix it in place (L) (Fig. 12). Check the indicators (M and N) on the foot to ensure it is fitted correctly. When you can see the green indicator (N), this means you have installed it properly.

WARNING: Before attaching the child

car seat onto the base, check that the stabiliser block is closed (Diag. 13).

7. Attach the child car seat onto the base

(in a rear-facing position) and push it downwards until you hear it click into place (Diag. 14).

8. The indicator on the side (D) will turn

green (Diag. 15) when the child car seat is securely and correctly locked in place.

9. Check that the child car seat is cor-

rectly fitted to the base by trying to lift the front and rear sections.

10. When it has clicked into position,

turn the child car seat handle bar as far as possible (A) against the vehicle seat backrest (Diag. 15).14

To remove the child car seat from the base: Return the handgrip to the vertical position (B) (Diag. 15) and release the child car seat by pulling the release le- ver whilst using the handgrip to lift it upwards (Diag. 22). Removing the base Repeat the above process in the reverse order. Press the adjuster lever (L) on the sup- port foot and shorten it all the way to the end. Lift the ISOFIX adjuster lever and pull the base away from the backrest as far as possible Press the release buttons (H) to release the ISOFIX connectors Take the protective caps previously hid- den away in the compartment and re- place them on the ISOFIX connectors. Push the ISOFIX system inside the base as far as it will go.

INSTALLING AND REMOVAL

WITH VEHICLE 3-POINT SAFE-

TY BELT Installation

1. Position the base on the chosen vehicle

seat, position it so that it touches the vehicle seat backrest (Diag. 16).

2. Position the support foot (E) and use

the adjuster lever to fix it in place (L) (Fig. 17).

3. Check the indicators (M and N) on

the foot to ensure it is fitted correctly. When you can see the green indicator (N), this means you have installed it properly.

4. Pull the vehicle safety belt and con-

nect it to the relative buckle, threading the horizontal abdominal belt through the two slots (B) highlighted in blue (Diag. 18).

5. Attach the child car seat onto the base

(in a rear-facing position) and push it downwards until you hear it click into place (Diag. 19).

6. The indicator on the side (D) will turn

green (Diag. 20) when the child car seat is securely and correctly locked on place.

7. Check that the child car seat is cor-

rectly fitted to the base by trying to lift the front and rear sections.

8. Pull the diagonal car safety belt and

thread it through the relative slot, highlighted in blue, on the back of the child car seat backrest (Diag. 22)

9. Pull the belt as tight as possible

around the child car seat, without leaving any slack and making sure it is not twisted.

10. Turn the child car seat handlebar as

far as possible (B) against the vehicle seat backrest (Diag. 21).

INDICATED IN DIAGRAM 22. To remove the child car seat from the base: free the diagonal safety belt from the slot on the backrest, return the handle- bar to the vertical position (A) (Diag. 21) and release the child car seat by pulling the relative lever whilst using the hand- grip to lift it upwards (Diag. 23). WARNING! After installing the child car seat, ALWAYS check that the ve- hicle safety belt is tightened properly and the buckle clasps do not push the belt out of the belt slot on the base and does not interfere with the belt slots themselves.16

Removing the base Press the adjuster lever (L) on the sup- port leg and shorten it all the way to the end. Release the car safety belt and free the abdominal belt from the blue slot.

3) The base can now be removed from

the vehicle seat. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE How to Clean the Plastic or Metal Parts Clean the plastic and coated metal parts with a damp cloth only. Never use abra- sive detergents or solvents. Checking the condition of the components Check on a regular basis that the plastic parts are not worn out and there are not signs of damage or fading. WARNING! If the child car seat is de- formed or worn out, it must be replaced: it may no longer comply with the original safety standards. Storing the Product When it is not fitted in the car, it is rec- ommended to store the child car seat in a dry place, away from sources of heat and protected from dust, humidity and direct sunlight. Disposing of the product When the child car seat no longer com- plies with the original safety standards, stop using it and dispose of it at an ap- propriate collection point. Dispose of the product as laid down in the envi- ronmental regulations in force in the Country of use.16

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