Maxi+ - Car seat Takata - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Maxi+ Takata

Defi nitions Key points in these instructions are highlighted as follows: WARNING! Incorrect use may lead to a fatality or serious injuries. CAUTION! Incorrect use may lead to injuries. NOTE! Practical tips for using the TAKATA MAXI.

non-permitted usage CAUTION! Please read these instructions carefully before using your TAKATA MAXI child car seat. Keep the manual in a safe place (e.g. in the special compartment at the front of the seat base), so that you always have it to hand. Always also follow the instructions provided by your vehicle manufacturer, and drive carefully at all times. NOTE! Please remember that in the case of an accident, the TAKATA MAXI cannot always prevent your child from injury. © Copyright 2012 [308 05 43 10 _ 04.12] TAKATA AG. Information subject to change without prior notice. TAKATA AG cannot be held responsible for any technical errors or omissions. All text and images are property of TAKATA AG and cannot be copied or used in any other way without the approval of TAKATA AG. The product purchased may differ in part from the description given in these instructions. For the latest version of the manual, contact TAKATA customer services (see Section 8 – Service) or visit our website, www.takata-childseats.com.

COMPONENTS [fi gure MAXI_001] (1) Seat base (2) Seat base cover (3) Lap belt guide (4) Armrest (5) Connection arms (6) Central pull strap (7) Storage compartment for instruction manual (8) Seat back (9) Headrest (10) Headrest cover with crash pads (11) Side wing (12) Side wing cover with crash pads (13) Back rest cover (14) Size indicator (15) Shoulder belt guide (16) Size adjuster (17) Release slider to adjust the angle of the back Before using the seat for the fi rst time Before you fi rst use the TAKATA MAXI child car seat, please ensure you are in possession of each of the following items: A. TAKATA MAXI, B. Instruction manual, C. Vehicle list, D. Feeder. If any item is missing or damaged, do not use the seat, and contact your dealer or TAKATA customer services (see Section 8 – Service). To ensure a swift response, please provide the certifi cation number shown on the certifi cation sticker (on the bottom of the seat base) of your TAKATA MAXI.

en1212 In case of an emergency [MAXI_002] In emergencies such as accidents, keep calm and try not to panic. Remove your child from the vehicle as follows:

1. Press the release button on the seatbelt buckle, and

take the belt off the child.

2. Carefully remove your child from the TAKATA

MAXI. NOTE! If the belt is not released when the button is pressed, cut through it, before removing your child from the seat.

It has been approved according to ECE R44/04 standards, and is suitable for use in most, although not all, vehicle seats.

2. Check the vehicle handbook provided by the

manufacturer. If this states that the model is suitable for use with “universal” child restraints for the correct age group, the seat can be safely installed.

3. This child restraint has undergone strict testing

to “universal” standards. These tests are more demanding than those undergone by previous models that did not feature this label.

4. If in any doubt whatsoever, please contact the child

restraint manufacturer or the dealer. CAUTION! Only suitable for vehicles fi tted with three-point/ retractor seatbelts, approved to ECE R16 or comparable standards. The TAKATA MAXI child car seat has been tested and approved according to the ECE R44/04 European standard for child restraint systems. NOTE! “Universal” classifi cation only applies to the TAKATA MAXI when it is secured solely via the three-point seatbelt (without attaching the connection arms to the vehicle’s ISOFIX points). NOTE! When the TAKATA MAXI is secured via the three- point seatbelt and the connection arms and ISOFIX points, it is classifi ed as “semi-universal”. This mechanism is only suitable for certain seats in certain vehicles. The vehicle list supplied provides an overview of all suitable vehicles and seats at the time of going to print. For an updated list, please see our website, www.takata-childseats.com. CAUTION! Please note that ECE R44/04 certifi cation ceases to apply if any changes are made to the TAKATA MAXI without approval from TAKATA AG. The certifi cation sticker, featuring a symbol (the letter E in a circle) and certifi cation number, is found on the bottom of the TAKATA MAXI seat base [ECE]. CLASS 2/3 WEIGHT 15 - 36 kg AGE approx. 3 – 12 NOTE! The ages stated here are intended as a guide only. The TAKATA MAXI may only be used in a forward-facing position. It should generally be fi tted to vehicle seats that the manufacturer has identifi ed as suitable for this class of child car seat. WARNING! When sitting in the TAKATA MAXI, children must be secured via the three-point seatbelt (approved to ECE R16 standards or similar). The TAKATA MAXI child seat may not be distributed or used for commercial purposes in the USA, Canada, Australia or the UK. Checklist – installation in the vehicle [MAXI_003] Vehicle seat

Labeled by the vehicle manufacturer as suitable for this class of child car seat

Not labeled by the vehicle manufacturer as suitable for this class of child car seat Vehicle seat direction

Vehicle seat safety system

Three-point seatbelt

Two-point seatbelt Child seat direction

The direction of travel

Against the direction of travel WARNING NOTES: [MAXI_004] Never leave your child unattended in the vehicle. [MAXI_005] Always seat your child in the TAKATA MAXI before the start of your journey – never during travel. Never remove your child from the seat while the vehicle is in motion. [MAXI_006 + MAXI_007] Check that the seatbelt has not become twisted, and that it lies snug to the shoulders and lap, when fastening your child into the seat. [MAXI_008] Ensure that the shoulder belt does not run directly across your child’s neck, to minimize the risk of neck injuries. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so that it runs between the neck and the edge of the shoulder. Position the lap belt over your child’s thighs to protect the lower part of the body. If the lap belt runs across your child’s stomach, there is a risk of internal injuries in the event of a crash. Check that the top of your child’s head is lower than the top edge of the headrest. If the headrest is too low, there is a greater risk of injury in the case of an accident. At the same time, the shoulder belt guide should be no more than two fi nger widths above the child’s shoulder. [MAXI_047] Always ensure that the side crash pads are positioned correctly in the inner pockets of the shoulder wing and headrest covers. Failure to observe this notice may seriously risk your child’s safety in a collision. [MAXI_009] Secure your TAKATA MAXI in place whenever it is in the vehicle, regardless of whether a child is using it. This prevents the seat from fl ying forwards in an accident or when braking sharply. [MAXI_010] Take care not to damage the vehicle’s seatbelt with knives or other sharp objects. The TAKATA MAXI cannot properly protect children from injury if the belt has been cut or in some way compromised. [MAXI_011] Using the TAKATA MAXI in any way other than described in these instructions can cause serious injury. Do not remove any components or replace them with parts that have not been approved by TAKATA AG. [MAXI_012] After an accident, replace the TAKATA MAXI with a new seat. Accidents can cause damage to the seat that may not be visible to the naked eye. Failure to observe this notice may seriously risk your child’s safety in a collision. [MAXI_013] The TAKATA MAXI can heat up when placed in direct sunlight. To prevent burns, ensure that an adult checks all plastic and metal parts of the seat before use. [MAXI_014] Position the TAKATA MAXI so that static parts (plastic elements, etc.) do not get stuck under moving seats or in vehicle doors during normal use of the vehicle. [MAXI_015] Do not leave any sharp, pointy or heavy objects around the vehicle. In the case of an accident, these objects may fl y around the cabin, injuring children and adults. Luggage and other potentially dangerous items should also be secured in place. Never leave your child in the TAKATA MAXI (whether attended or not) on a raised, slanted or uneven surface, such as a table, a baby-changing table, steps or a ramp. [MAXI_016] Only use the TAKATA MAXI with original covers and original side crash pads. These are key safety components and have been developed specially for use in the seat. NOTE! The TAKATA MAXI should not be used for any more than nine years after purchase. Plastics deteriorate generally over time, particularly when exposed to direct sunlight. This deterioration is not always visible to the naked eye, and can compromise the performance of the seat. Should you have any other queries as to the use of this product, please contact TAKATA customer services (see Section 8 – Service).

en1414 NOTE! Hold the base of the seat in position, while pulling the back up. Step 2 – Release the angle locking mechanism and fold up [MAXI_021] Fold the lower section of the seat back cover upwards, and push the release slider up. [MAXI_022] At the same time, use your other hand to fold the seat back down, until it lies fl at on the base. Step 3 – Push the seat together into the transport position [MAXI_023] Release the seat back locking mechanism (as in Step 1 “Pull the seat back up to the highest position”) and press the back down into the base as far as possible. NOTE! To prevent the seat from folding open, the bottom edges of the side wings can be secured beneath the front tip of the armrests. CAUTION! Always check that the seat back is locked in place, by lightly pulling it up, without lifting the lever. If you hear a click, it is fi rmly in position. Removing the seat back Step 1 – Pull out the seat back [MAXI_017] Release the seat back locking mecha- nism and pull the back up as high as possible (see Step 1 of “Folding out and setting up the back”). Step 2 – Unfasten the cover [MAXI_024] Unfasten the two straps on the seat base cover (one strap on each side), positioned on the outer sides of the armrests. Pull the ends of the cover up. Step 3 – Remove the safety bolts [MAXI_025] Press the heads of the safety bolts together, and remove these from their sockets. Step 4 – Separate the back and base of the seat [MAXI_026] Push the axle of the seat back out of its holders in the base. The back of the seat can then be lifted off the base. Attaching the seat back To attach the back of the TAKATA MAXI to the base, follow the instructions given in “Removing the seat back” in reverse order.

3. BASIC INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION! Always place the TAKATA MAXI child car seat on a fl at, stable surface. CAUTION! Be careful that your fi ngers and other body parts do not get caught in any moving sections of the seat. Folding out and setting up the back Step 1 – Release and pull out the back of the seat [MAXI_017] Locate the lever on the rear of the seat back, pull it up, and hold it in position. At the same time, pull the seat back up as far as possible. You can now release the lever. Step 2 – Fold out the seat back [MAXI_018] Open the seat up until the angle between the back and base is at least 90°, and you hear a click. Step 3 – Set the height of the back [MAXI_019] Release the seat back locking mecha- nism and adapt the height of the seat back to the size of the child’s body (see Step 1 of this section). If frequently folding the seat up and open again, the size indicator will help you fi nd the right height quickly (there are 11 positions marked from A to L). WARNING! Always adapt the height of the seat back to the size of the child’s body. Ensure that the top of your child’s head is positioned below the top edge of the headrest. If the headrest is too low, there is a greater risk of injury in the case of an accident. At the same time, the shoulder belt guide should be no more than two fi nger widths above the child’s shoulder. CAUTION! Always check that the seat back is locked in place, by lightly pushing down on it, without lifting the lever. If you hear a click, it is fi rmly in position. Folding the seat back down Step 1 – Pull the seat back up to the highest position [MAXI_020] Release the seat back locking mecha- nism and pull the back up as high as possible (see Step 1 of “Folding out and setting up the back”).15

Extending the connection arms Step 1 – Release the connection arms [MAXI_027] Hold the central pull strap at the front of the seat base. Pull it towards you as far as possible and hold it in place. Step 2 – Pull out the connection arms [MAXI_028] Grab one of the two connection arms, and pull it out at the back so that it is fully extended. Step 3 – Secure the connection arms Let go of the central pull strap. CAUTION! Always check that the connection arms are locked in place, by pulling on both, without pulling on the central strap.

4. USE IN THE VEHICLE

Installing the TAKATA MAXI Step 1 – Place it in the vehicle Place the TAKATA MAXI on a vehicle seat that the manufacturer has labeled as suitable for this type of child car seat. NOTE! If your vehicle is not fi tted with an ISOFIX system, ensure the connection arms are retracted into the seat, so that the back of the TAKATA MAXI sits fl ush against the back of the vehicle seat. Then continue from Step 5. Step 2 – Pull out the connection arms Pull the connection arms all the way out, as explained in “Extending the connection arms”. Step 3 – Secure the connection arms [MAXI_029] Check that the connection arms are open. This is identifi ed by the red markings on each of the arms. If a green marking is visible, move the slider on the arm towards the seat base, until the red marking can be seen. [MAXI_030] Position the open connection arms next to the ISOFIX points on the vehicle (you may need to use the feeder supplied with the seat to reach these points [MAXI_031]). [MAXI_032] Slide the connection arms into the ISOFIX points, until each arm makes a clicking noise, and the green markings are visible on the arms. Step 4 – Push the seat base towards the vehicle seat back [MAXI_027] Pull the central pull strap towards you and hold it there. [MAXI_033] At the same time, push the base of the seat towards the vehicle’s backrest, until the back of the base sits fl ush against it. Release the pull strap. CAUTION! Always check that the connection arms are locked in place, by pulling the base of the seat forward, without pulling on the central strap. Step 5 – Thread the shoulder belt through the guide [MAXI_034] Thread the shoulder belt through the red seatbelt guide, positioned between the headrest and the side wing. Press the seatbelt against the grey clasp into the seatbelt guide. Step 6 – Thread the vehicle’s seatbelt beneath the lap belt guides [MAXI_035] Thread the lap belt beneath the red lap belt guides on the base of the seat. The bottom end of the shoulder belt should also be fed beneath the lap belt guide on the side of the buckle. Step 7 – Fasten the vehicle seatbelt Fasten the vehicle seatbelt to hold the TAKATA MAXI in place, by pressing the tongue into the buckle. CAUTION! [MAXI_009] Even if your child is not using it, always secure the TAKATA MAXI in place using the seatbelt. This prevents the seat from fl ying forwards in an accident or when braking sharply.

5. SECURING YOUR CHILD

NOTE! For safety reasons, children should always get in and out from the passenger side of the vehicle, or directly onto a sidewalk. Step 1 – Release the vehicle seatbelt Release the vehicle seatbelt as per the manufacturer’s instructions, and remove the tongue from the buckle. Remove the seatbelt from the guide on the side of the buckle.

en1616 CAUTION! Ensure that the shoulder belt remains in the shoulder belt guide. Step 2 – Place the child in the seat Seat your child in the TAKATA MAXI. Step 3 – Put the seatbelt on and fasten it [MAXI_036] Thread the lap belt beneath the red lap belt guides on the base of the seat. [MAXI_037 + MAXI_038] The bottom end of the shoulder belt should also be fed beneath the lap belt guide on the side of the buckle. Fasten the seatbelt, by pressing the tongue into the buckle of the seat where the TAKATA MAXI is positioned. Step 4 – Check everything Ensure that your child is seated and secured correctly in the TAKATA MAXI. Use the following checklist to do this. Checklist – using the TAKATA MAXI in a vehicle: Please check that

• the TAKATA MAXI is used with a vehicle seat that the manufacturer has labeled as suitable for this class of child seat;

• the TAKATA MAXI is facing forwards;

• the TAKATA MAXI is secured with an approved three-point seatbelt;

• both connection arms are fi rmly attached to the ISOFIX points (if available);

• the top of your child’s head is below the top edge of the headrest;

• the shoulder belt guide is around two fi nger widths above the child’s shoulder;

• the shoulder belt runs through the seatbelt guide, with the clasp closed;

• the shoulder belt runs over the middle of the shoulder, and does not touch the neck;

• the lap belt runs beneath the two red lap belt guides;

• the bottom end of the shoulder belt runs beneath the lap belt guide on the side of the buckle;

• the tongue of the belt is locked securely into the buckle;

• the vehicle seatbelt runs snugly over the child, and is not twisted.

6. CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Removing the covers Step 1 – Remove the seat back Remove the back of the TAKATA MAXI as described in Section 3 – Basic instructions (Removing the seat back). Step 2 – Remove the seat back cover [MAXI_039] Unfasten the two straps at the top and bottom of the seat back cover, and loosen the cover around the size indicator. Step 3 – Remove the side wing covers [MAXI_040] To remove the covers on the wings, unfasten the two buttons (one on each wing) on the inside and the four buttons (two on each wing) on the outside. The two wing covers can then be pulled off at the front. Step 4 – Remove the crash pads from the side wing covers WARNING! [MAXI_041] Each wing cover contains crash pads that are not washable. To do this, simply pull them out of the inside pockets of the covers. Step 5 – Remove the headrest cover [MAXI_042] Unfasten the two buttons on the back of the headrest, and the two hooks in the upper area of the inner side. Loosen the cover by twisting it towards you and lifting it up from the bottom. Then unfasten the last two hooks on the edge of the headrest’s bottom and pull the cover down and off. Step 6 – Remove the crash pad (AIRPADS) from the headrest cover WARNING! [MAXI_043] The headrest cover contains crash pads (AIRPADS) that are not washable. To do this, simply pull the crash pads (AIRPADS) out of the two inside pockets. Step 7 – Remove the seat base cover [MAXI_044] Unfasten the two straps on the seat base cover (one strap on each side), positioned on the outer sides of the armrests (if this has not already been done), and pull the cover towards you, off both armrests. [MAXI_045] Then unfasten the four straps on the underside of the base, and the two in the17

instruction manual storage compartment. Thread the central pull strap out through the seat base cover, and pull the front edge of the cover up, away from the base. [MAXI_046] Next, unfasten the two fabric straps at the rear of the seat base, and pull the cover off. Reattaching the covers To fully reattach all TAKATA MAXI covers correctly, please follow the instructions for “Removing the covers” in reverse. WARNING! [MAXI_047] Before every journey, ensure the side crash pads are correctly inserted in the inner pockets of the shoulder wing and headrest covers, and check that the TAKATA MAXI is undamaged. If you have any questions, please contact TAKATA customer services. Failure to observe this notice may seriously risk your child’s safety in a collision. Cleaning and care The covers of your TAKATA MAXI child car seat (base, back, wings and headrest) are removable and washable. NOTE! Always check the care instructions on the label of the base cover, to see whether it is machine washable. These instructions should take precedence over any others. WARNING! The crash pads contained in the side wings and headrest are not washable and must be removed from their inner pockets before cleaning. WARNING! [MAXI_047] After washing, ensure the crash pads are correctly inserted in the inner pockets of the shoulder wing and headrest covers. Failure to observe this notice may seriously risk your child’s safety in a collision. Plastic components can be cleaned with water or a mild soapy solution. To avoid mold build up, store the TAKATA MAXI in a well-ventilated, dry place.

REGARDING DISPOSAL Please follow local regulations when disposing of TAKATA MAXI packaging and the seat itself, observing any information stated on the packaging and seat components regarding the materials.

As part of our efforts to continually improve our products, we welcome your feedback. Please send any comments on issues such as design, user-friendliness, materials and this instruction manual to TAKATA customer services, at service@takata-childseats.com Telephone: 00800 65432178 (8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CET daily)