iWood - Stroller Foppapedretti - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL iWood Foppapedretti

CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE

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• ENGLISH • • ENGLISH • ASSEMBLY Important note: the images and instructions contained in this handbook refer to one version of the stroller; some components and functions described herein may vary according to the version of the stroller you have purchased. UNFOLD THE STROLLER (g.1, g.2) Press the folding lock button and then lift up the handlebar to open the folding lock. Step on the lever, and then lift up the handlebar until the stroller is unfolded. Make sure the pushchair has been opened correctly. INSTALL WHEELS SUPPORTS (g.3) Insert the rear wheel group into the end of the tubes of the rear legs. The wheel supports are correctly assembled when the metal pins are locked in the corresponding holes on the tubes of the chassis. SHOPPING BASKET (g.4, g.5. g.6) Fix the basket by passing the front ring hooks through the supports (A). Then pass the rear straps around the tubes (B) and fasten the studs. The basket should be emptied before folding the pushchair. INSTALL REAR WHEELS (g.8, g.9) Assemble the rear wheels along the arrow direction. Press the button situated on the center of wheel and pull it to take the wheel apart from the axle. INSTALL FRONT WHEELS (g.10, g.11, g.12) Insert the end bushing into the slot situated in the center of the wheel block. Press the button down front wheel blocked. Raise the lock lever to activate the swivel function. Press the steel button front wheel released. PARKING BRAKE (g.13) To apply the brake: Press the brake lever, push the pushchair forward gently to ensure the brake has been applied correctly. To release the brake: Lift the brake lever as shown. ADJUSTING THE HANDLEBAR (g.14) Press both buttons “A” side handle and rotate the handle to the desired position. FITTING THE BUMPER BAR (g.15, g.16, g.17, g.18, g.19) Assembly: Align the bumper bar and insert it in its seat on both sides, a click will indicate the correct assembly. Disassembly: Push the release button “A” on each side of the bumper bar and contemporary lift the bar upwards to hook it off. Unhook the bumper bar on only one side : Push the release button “A” on one side of the bumper bar and contemporary lift the bar upwards to open it as a gate. Push the buttons “A” on both sides, to adjust the height of the bumper bar. ADJUST THE FOOTREST (g.20) Press buttons “A” and adjust the footrest in the required position.15

• ENGLISH • • ENGLISH • ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY INSTALL THE SEAT (g.21, g.22, g.23, g.24, g.25) Align the seat with the adaptors and press until “click” sound. Lift up the buttons of the adaptors with one nger at each side and lift up the seat to remove the seat. REVERSIBLE SEAT (g.26, g.27, g.28) Lift buttons “A” on both sides and remove the seat by lifting it. Position the seat so that it is forward facing or parent-facing. Replace the seat on the chassis of the pushchair, see the paragraph “INSTALL THE SEAT” for correct assembly. TO REGULATE THE BACKREST (g.29) Lift the regulating lever located behind the backrest and recline the backrest to the required position. Release the lever and make sure the backrest is secured in position. SAFETY HARNESS (g.30) Apply the brake before placing your baby in the pushchair. Release the buckle: press button “A” and remove the components Fasten the buckle: by inserting part a in part b, a click will indicate that it has been fastened correctly.

WARNING: The lap belt is provided with 2 side rings to be used for additional belts in compliance

with the standard BS 6684. ASSEMBLY / ADJUSTING THE CANOPY (g.31, g.32, g.33, g. 34) Extend the hood according to requirements to protect baby from the sun. Note: babies’ skin is very delicate. NEVER leave baby under direct sunlight. Always make sure that the hood has been adjusted correctly. Remove the rear part of the hood to use it as a parasol. Open the zip or the viewing window, according to the model purchased, for ventilate. FOLDING THE PUSHCHAIR (g.35, g.36, g.37) Before folding the pushchair, make sure that: The seat is forward facing The backrest is adjusted in the upright position The canopy is folded Push the button “A”, on the lower side of the right lever and keep pressed while sliding the levers, left and right, downwards. Fold the stroller. Ensure the locking device “B” is correctly engaged. Note: It is NOT possible to close the pushchair with the travel system accessories, the infant car seat and carrycot, tted on the chassis. FITTING THE FOOTMUFF (g.38) Insert the lower part of the footmuff on the seat of the chassis. Secure the footmuff to the chassis of the pushchair using the press fasteners. FITTING THE PUSHCHAIR RAINCOVER (g.38) Fit the raincover over the hood. Fasten the front of the raincover to the chassis of the pushchair using the Velcro tabs.16

WARNING: This vehicle has been designed for children of above 6 month age!

If you wish to use one of the accessories with which you can equip with your chassis car seat iWood of the Group 0+ or carry cot iWood developed for when your baby is small, pls. Operate it by following these instruction. Remove the seat from the chassis (see the paragraph “INSTALL THE SEAT”). USING THE INFANT CAR SEAT AND CARRYCOT TRAVEL SYSTEM ACCESSORIES (g.39, g.40) IMPORTANT: the travel system accessories must be secured to the chassis only in the parent facing position.8 CARRY COT (g.41, g.42) Montage: Align the carry cot with the adaptors at both side, and press until “click” sound. Remove: Lift up the buttons of the adaptors with one nger at each side and lift up the seat to remove the carry cot. ADJUST CANOPY (g.43, g.44) Montage (g.43) Press the buttons at both side to adjust he handlebar of carry cot (g.44). Open the zip or the viewing window, according to the model purchased, for ventilate. ADJUST THE BACKREST (g.45) Lift up the adjusting Holder to adjust the backrest up, press the button situated on the upper part of the Holder and push the Holder down to adjust the backrest down. Hook the support bar to the frame to prevent swinging movement of the carrycot when using it on uneven terrains.( g.46) FITTING THE MOSQUITO NET (g.47) Fit the mosquito net over the handlebar of carry cot, as shown. Fasten the mosquito net using the press fastener, as shown. Ventilation (g.48) Open the zip, according to the model purchased, to ventilate the inside of the carrycot. CAR SEAT (g.49, g.50) Montage: Align the carry cot with the adaptors at both side, and press until “click” sound. Remove: Lift up the buttons of the adaptors with one nger at each side and lift up the seat to remove the car seat. ASSEMBLY17

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• This product is suitable for babies from birth up to 9 kg.

• WARNING: DO NOT USE IF ANY PART OF THE CARRY COT IS BROKEN, TORN OR MISSING.

• WARNING: Never leave child unattended. Always keep baby under supervision when he is in the carrycot.

• WARNING: This product is suitable only for a child who cannot sit up unaided, roll over and cannot push itself up on its hands and knees. Maximum weight of the child: 9Kg.

• WARNING: Suitable for children under 6 months of age.

• Before lifting or transporting the carrycot, check that the carrying handle is in a vertical position and correctly attached on both sides.

• The handles and the bottom of the crib must be inspected regularly to check for signs of wear and damage.

• When the child is in the carrycot, their head must never be lower than their body.

• Do not add mattresses other than the one supplied with the carrycot or approved by the manufacturer.

• RISK OF SUFFOCATION: the carrycot could tip over on soft surfaces and suffocate the child. NEVER place the carrycot on beds, sofas or other soft surfaces.

• Check regularly that the crib is intact, do not use if a part is damaged, worn or missing. STROLLER

• WARNING: THIS PRODUCT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR RUNNING OR SKATING.

• WARNING! Ensure that all the locking devices are engaged before use.

• WARNING: Always keep child in view when in stroller.

• WARNING: If the pushchair is used with the accessory, make sure it has been fastened correctly.

• WARNING: Use seat belt, avoid serious injury from falling or sliding out Always.

• WARNING: Only one child for one stroller.

• WARNING: This product is not suitable for running or skating.

• WARNING: Check that the seat unit attachment devices are correctly engaged before use.

• WARNING: Do not place or hang parcels, bags or accessories on any part of the stroller including the handle. Failure to comply with this warning may cause , hazardous, unstable conditions to exist.

• WARNING: Always make sure that the brake is engaged when positioning the child into the stroller seat or taking him/her out.

• WARNING: Always use the parking brake, even when standing still for only a few moments.

• WARNING: When parking check if the brake is properly engaged by moving forward/rearward the stroller.

• WARNING: Never fold the stroller, not even partly, when your child is in it. WARNING18

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• A basket is provided for the carriage of 4kg of goods, evenly distributed.

• The product must be assembled by an adult.

• Only the minder can operate the recline adjuster.

• Never use the stroller if any part of it is damaged or any component is missing.

• Do not allow children to play with or hang onto the stroller.

• This vehicle requires regular maintenance by the user.

• Do not use replacement parts or accessories other than those approved by the supplier as they may render the pushchair unsafe.

• Any load applied to the handle and/or the backrest and/or laterally to the product can compromise the stability of the product.

• Do not overload this pushchair with additional children, goods or accessories. Bags and other items must not be hung from the handle.

• Ensure all users are familiar with the products operation. It should always open and fold easy. If it does not, do not force the mechanism - stop and read the instructions.

• Do not use your pushchair in a manner for which it is not designed.

• Do not allow your child to climb unassisted into, play with or hang onto your pushchair.

• Hold on to your pushchair when close to moving road vehicles or trains. Even with the brake on the draught from the vehicle may move the pushchair.

• Exercise caution when mounting or dismounting a kerb.

• Remove your children and fold the pushchair when ascending or descending stairs or escalators.

• Ensure the folded pushchair is stored away from children so that it does not fall and cause injury.

• Do not use replacement parts or accessories, e.g. child seats, bags, hooks, trays, rain covers etc. other than those approved by the supplier, they may render the pushchair unsafe.

• Never carry a second child on your pushchair.

• Do not use any platforms or attachments that allow transportation of the child.

• CARE: Your pushchair has been designed to meet safety standards and with correct use and maintenance will give many years of trouble free performance.

• The chassis is strong but will weaken should the back wheels be bumped down stairs or kerbs. continual impact will cause damage.

• If your child wears hard shoes these might damage the soft fabric.

• Storing a damp pushchair will encourage mildew to form.

• After exposure to damp conditions, dry off with a soft cloth, open fully and allow to dry thoroughly before storing.

• Store your pushchair in a dry, safe place.

• Do not leave the pushchair in sunlight for prolonged periods - some fabrics may fade.

• For car seats used in conjunction with a chassis, this vehicle does not replace a cot or a bed. Should your child need to sleep, then it should be placed in a suitable pram body, cot or bed. The infant car seat is not designed for long periods of sleep.

• Be aware of the risks related to open ames or other heat sources, such as radiators, replaces, electric and gas stoves, etc.: do not leave the product close to these heat sources. RAINCOVER WARNING!

• Use under an adult surveillance.

• When in use make sure the rain cover does not come in contact with the face of the child as it may cause suffocation

• Don’t use the raincover on the product without a hood that can hold it.

• Never leave rain covers on indoors, in a hot atmosphere or near a heat source as the baby could overheat.

• Do not use on products other than those recommended by the Manufacturer.

• Hand wash at 30° C. WARNING19

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• This pushchair requires a minimum amount of regular maintenance.

• The lifetime of the pushchair will be increased if the moving parts are lubricated and it will also make the opening and folding operations easier.

• If any of the parts of the pushchair should become stiff or difcult to operate, apply a small quantity of spray lubricant, for example WD 40. Do not use oil or grease. The WD 40 should not be used to lubricate the removable wheels. If necessary, the wheels must be removed and cleaned with a soft, dry cloth.

• Check the locking mechanisms, the brakes, the wheels, the harnesses, the levers, the seat regulators, the joints and the securing devices regularly to make sure that they are fastened correctly and in good operating order.

• The wheels are subject to wear and should be replaced if necessary.

• Carry out a careful inspection to check the pushchair is in good operating condition after 18 months of use, after a long period of storage and before using it for another baby.

• Clean the fabric with water, neutral detergent and a sponge.

• Clean the fabric using warm water, a sponge and a neutral detergent.

• The plastic and metal parts can be cleaned with warm water, a sponge and a neutral detergent.

• Never use abrasive products for cleaning or ammonia based products, bleach or turpentine.

• ENGLISH • The contents of this document as stated below will come into effect as from 01.01.2005 and replace, on every account and in full, any previous message referring to the guarantee provided by Foppa Pedretti S.p.A. FORMAL GUARANTEE Foppa Pedretti S.p.A. the head ofce of which is located at n. 11 Via Volta, Grumello del Monte (Italy), guarantees directly to the Consumer that this brand new product is free of faults with regard to the materials, design and manufacture and that it complies with the characteristics as declared by the manufacturer. This formal guarantee is valid in all Member Countries of the European Union and it neither excludes nor limits the Consumer’s rights in accordance with mandatory measures provided for by the law with regard to the Retailer of the Product. To take advantage of this formal guarantee, the Consumer must return the faulty product to the Retailer, presenting to the same the proof of purchase of the Product which must clearly show the Retailer’s address, the date of purchase of the Product with the Retailer’s stamp and signature and an indication of the Product itself or, alternatively, the receipt which must not have been altered and which must clearly show the same information as that referred to above. The formal guarantee is valid for twelve (12) months from the date of purchase of the Product. During this period, Foppa Pedretti S.p.A. will repair or replace the faulty product, at its own discretion. The formal guarantee is granted to the end buyer of the Product (Consumer) and it neither excludes nor limits the mandatory rights of the Consumer as provided for by the law and/ or the rights that the Consumer may have with regard to the Dealer/Retailer of the Product. EXCLUSIONS TO THE FORMAL GUARANTEE. The formal guarantee is excluded in the case of damage caused to the Product for the following reasons: if the product is used in a way that does not comply with the information contained in the use and assembly instruction sheet, if the product is knocked or dropped, if the Product is exposed to humidity or extreme heat or environmental conditions, or to sudden changes in the same, corrosion, oxidization, unauthorized alterations or repairs to the Product, repairs using unauthorised spare parts, improper use, improper maintenance or failure to carry out the same, improper maintenance compared to the information given on the use and assembly instruction sheet, incorrect assembly, accidents, damage caused by food or drink, damage caused by chemical products, cases of force majeure. In any case, Foppa Pedretti S.p.A. declines all responsibility for damage caused to persons or to property, other than the Product, when such damage is caused by a failure to comply with the instructions/advice/warnings cont a ined in the manua l or, alternatively, in the use and assembly instruction sheet provided with each Product for the owner/user. (Purely as an example, in the case of a cot : “Check your baby constantly. Make sure that the sheets and blankets do not cover the baby’s head…”). Furthermore, Foppa Pedretti S.p.A. declines all responsibility for damage to persons and to property when the breakage of its products is due to a deterioration in the components of the Product that are subject to wear. All the components of the Product made of plastic are considered to be components subject to wear. FORMAL GUARANTEE21

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2. Installation in the vehicle

2.1 with 3-point belt

3. Placing your child in the car seat

3.1 Using the reducer

3.2 Adjusting the handle

3.3 Adjusting the headrest

3.4 Loosening the straps

3.5 Using the harness

3.6 Tightening the harness

3.7 Checking that the fastening is correct

4. Installing the car seat in the vehicle

6. Car seat maintenance and care

This is an Universal child restraint. It is approved to Regulation No. 44, 04 series of amendments, for general use in vehicles and it will t most, but not all, car seats.

A correct t is likely if the vehicle manufacturer has declared in the vehicle hand book that the vehicle is capable of accepting an Universal child restraint for this age group.

This child restraint has been classied as Universal under more stringent conditions than those which applied to earlier designs which do not carry this notice.

If in doubt, consult either the child restraint manufacturer or the retailer.

Only suitable if the approved vehicles are tted with 3 point safety belt, approved to UN/ECE Regulation No. 16 or other equivalent standards. WARNING IMPORTANT! Please read all instructions in this manual and in the vehicle owner’s manual related to child safety seats carefully and understand them. Install and use the child safety seat as described in the instruction manual. Failure to do this could result in serious injury or death of your child. The instructions shall be retrained with the child restraint for the future use. IMPORTANT! Because of potential medical issues inherent in low birth weight and premature infants, always have a trained professional doctor, or hospital staff member assess the suitability of the child restraint prior to leaving the hospital or using the child restraint. DO NOT remove any labels on the child safety seat. Important information is contained on the labels. DO NOT use a child safety seat with damaged or missing parts. DO NOT use damaged or frayed harness straps or vehicle belt. DO NOT modify or attempt to modify the child safety seat in any way. DO NOT take apart or attempt to take apart this child safety seat except as instructed in this manual. DO NOT use a child safety seat that has been in a crash. A crash can cause damage to the child safety seat that you cannot see. DO NOT replace the child seat cover or harness with any other than the ones we recommend as these parts are integral to the child safety seat’s performance. DO NOT use a second-hand child seat or child seat whose history you do not know.• ENGLISH • • ENGLISH •

MAKE sure that the child safety seat does not become trapped by folding or moveable passenger seat or in the door of your car. DO NOT USE in any conguration not shown in the instructions. NEVER use this child safety seat with 2 point vehicle belts. DO NOT use belt routing methods not shown in these instructions. DO NOT allow children to play with or adjust the child safety seat. Always check the tightness of the restraint and the harness before each use. DO NOT use this child safety seat in a passenger seat with an active airbag unless the vehicle manufacturer conrms that it is safe. This child restraint should be securely belted in the vehicle even when not in use. In a crash or sudden stop, an unsecured child safety seat may injure other occupants. - Make sure to properly secure any loose objects, such as luggage or books, in your car as they may cause injuries in the event of an accident. NEVER leave your child unattended in a car even for a short time. NEVER take your child out of the child safety seat when the vehicle is moving. NEVER use this child safety seat without the car seat cover. HOT! Cover the child safety seat when left in direct sunlight. Parts of a child safety seat may become too hot for the child’s skin. Always check surfaces before placing a child in the child seat. DO NOT use any load bearing contact points other than those described in the instructions and marked in the child restraint. The rigid items and plastic parts of a child restraint must be so located and installed that they are not liable, during everyday use of the vehicle to become trapped by a movable seat or in a door of the vehicle. We recommended that any straps holding the restraint to the vehicle should be tight, that any straps restraining the child should be adjusted to the child’s body, and that straps should not be twisted. IMPORTANT! Please ensure that any lap strap is worn low down, so that the pelvis is rmly engaged. NEVER use this child restraint with any other base except ones that the manufacturer permits. ALWAYS make sure all vehicle belts and harness straps are not twisted before each use. NEVER leave the child in the child seat when the harness straps are loose or undone. DO NOT leave your child in this child restraint for an extended period of time. ALWAYS install the child safety seat in a rear-facing position. NEVER install the child safety seat forward-facing. WARNING• ENGLISH •

WARNING DO NOT use alternative routings not shown in these instructions. MAKE SURE all folding passenger seats are property latched. ALL occupants of the vehicle should be correctly restrained. Unrestrained passengers may be thrown into other passengers and cause serious injury or death in a crash. ALWAYS MAKE SURE the handle is properly locked in the upright carrying position before carrying a child in the child seat. NEVER place the car seat or infant carrier near the edge of an elevated surface or on a soft such as a seat cushion or mattress. The car seat or infant carrier could fall off these surfaces and cause serious injury or death. NEVER use the child safety seat with a shopping cart.

Inspect: -child restraint free of damage Verify Child within Size Range: -weight between 0-13kg Install Child Restraint Rearward-facing in Safe Location in Vehicle: -vehicle seats that face front of vehicle only -handle locked in specied position -child facing rear of vehicle -position with NO active airbag -3 point (shoulder/lap) belt used -seat belt not twisted -belt path followed -tight against vehicle seat Secure Child Properly in Child Restraint: -correct shoulder strap height -harness not twisted -harness low across hips -harness secure and tight

... as a safety car seat. This car seat has been designed, tested and approved according to the requirements of the European Regulation ECE R 44/04. On the shell of the car seat there is a label that lists the approval number. Any changes made to the car seat will invalidate the approval. Only the manufacturer is authorised to make changes to the car seat. Car seat iWood Complies with standard ECE R 44/04 Group Weight up to 13 kg0+ Type BS06N• ENGLISH •

DO NOT USE THE CAR SEAT PLACED ON A PASSENGER SEAT FITTED WITH AN AIRBAG. Danger! If the airbag explodes it may hit the seat, and cause serious injury to the child, if not death. Follow the instructions in the vehicle owner’s manual for the use of child seats. NEVER use a 2-point seat belt to x the child’s car seat to the passenger seat. Use only 3-point seat belts. Comply with the regulations in force in your own country. NEVER use a 2-point seat belt to x this child’s car seat to the passenger seat. Only suitable for use in vehicles equipped with 3-point static or retractor seat belts, approved according to regulation UN/ECE 16 or other equivalent standards. Never use this car seat on a front passenger seat tted with an active front airbag.• ENGLISH • • ENGLISH •

2.1 With 3-point car seat belt

You can install the car seat as follows:

1) The use of a 2-point belt increases the risk of injury to the child in

the event of an accident.

2) The seat belt must be approved to ECE R 16 or to other equivalent

3) Do not use on a front passenger seat tted with an active front airbag.

4) It may be used if the central seat of the vehicle is equipped with a 3-point

in the direction of travel no yes no 1) yes 2) yes 3) yes no 4) in the opposite direction to the direction of travel with a 2-point belt with a 3-point belt on the front passenger seat on the side rear seat on the central rear seat• ENGLISH •

3.1 Protecting the child by using the reducer

To protect your child The reducer gives your child greater support during the rst months. The reducer is used to ensure greater comfort to young children. WARNING! Use the car seat with the reducer supplied when the child weighs less than 9 kg.

• Always secure the child with the belt when placed in the car seat

• Never leave the child unattended in the child seat when placed on high-up surfaces (such as tables, etc.).

• Make sure that the end of the belt does not get caught in moving parts (such as automatic doors, escalators, etc.).

• Warning! The plastic parts of the car seat can heat up in the sun, causing burns to the child. Protect the car seat from excessive heat, for example, by using a light covering.

• The car seat has only one installation position in the car, leaving the child always semi-reclined.

• Take regular breaks when travelling on long journeys. Your child can get tired very easily. Avoid leaving the child in the car seat for too long.• ENGLISH • • ENGLISH •

3.2 Adjusting the handle

The handle has 3 positions (A) For use in the car and for transport (B) For placing your child in the seat (C) For use as a bouncer with rocking movement locked To adjust, squeeze handle release buttons on both sides, then rotate the handle, The handle will lock into position.

Always make sure the handle is securely locked in the upright carrying position before carrying. You should hear a click when the handle button is engaged and handle is locked into the upright carrying position.

3.3 Adjusting the headrest

A properly-adjusted headrest ensures the optimal position for the child sitting in the car seat. The headrest should be positioned so that the straps are at the same level or slightly above the child’s shoulders. To adjust the headrest for the child: Slide the regulator until the shoulder belts are at the correct height. Lock the regulator in the new position.

3.4 Loosening the straps

Press the adjuster button on the front center of the seat, and pull on both shoulder straps to loosen the harness.• ENGLISH • • ENGLISH •

3.5 Securing the child with the harness

• Press the red button on the buckle to release the shoulder straps and move them to the side.

• Place child’s bottom on the seat and the child’s back flat against the back of the child restraint. This will increase the child’s comfort and allow the harness to properly secure the child. Slide shoulder straps over the child’s shoulders. Make sure that the straps are at the same height and positioned just above the child’s shoulders.

• Join together the two ends/ tabs of the straps to form a single connector. Insert the connector into the central buckle until you hear a click. Make sure that the straps are not twisted. Adjust the chest protectors to the centre of the child’s shoulders.• ENGLISH •

3.6 Tightening the harness

IMPORTANT! Pull the end of the adjuster strap outwards, not upwards or downwards. During transport (especially when not in the car), the adjuster strap must be placed in the belt compartment.

3.7 Ensuring that your child is properly secured with the harness

To ensure the safety of your child, check that ...

• The straps are adjusted correctly with the child’s shoulders.

• The straps are not twisted.

• The tabs are properly engaged in the harness buckle

• The straps are properly tightened, as the gap between the harness and the child must not be greater than the thickness of your finger.• ENGLISH • • ENGLISH •

4. Installing the car seat in the vehicle

Do not leave your child unattended in the car. For the safety of all occupants of the vehicle In the event of emergency braking or an accident, people without a seat belt and loose objects may cause injury to the other occupants of the vehicle. Always check that...

• the headrests on the vehicle seats are secured, and that the folding rear seat lock is correctly latched.

• all movable objects, such as luggage or books in the vehicle, are immobilised as they may cause injury in the event of an accident.

• the car seat is secured when placed in the vehicle, even if it is not transporting a child.

• everyone in the car is wearing seat belts.• ENGLISH •

4.1 Installing the car seat in the vehicle

To secure the car seat in the vehicle with the 3-point seat belt, proceed as follows: Place the child restraint rear-facing on the,vehicle seat and make sure the handles in specied position The child will face the rear of the vehicle. Route the vehicle lap belt through both lap belt guides and buckle the seat belt. Route thevehicle shoulder belt around the back of the child restraint and through the shoulder belt guide. If vehicle shoulder belt is too short, please move vehicle seat belt height adjustment to the lowest possible height. If the vehicle belt is still too short, try another seating position. Adjuster the child restraint to the proper recline to ensure maximum protection for the child. A tightly rolled towel under the front edge of the child restraint can be used to achieve the correct recline.

DO NOT route the vehicle belt using any other path when using the child seat. For assistant contact our Customer Service team. DO NOT use 2 point vehicle belt to install this child seat. ONLY install the child restraint rear-facing on forward-facing vehicle seats. Make sure the child is properly secured in the child restraint, and the child restraint is tightly installed in the vehicle.

4.2 Check that the car seat has been installed correctly in the

vehicle To ensure the safety of your child, check that ...

• the car seat is installed so that the child is facing in the opposite direction to the direction of travel,

• the car seat is installed on the front passenger seat only if there is no AIRBAG or if this has been disabled,

• the car seat is secured with a 3-point seat belt only,

• the lap belt part passes through both the blue guides placed on the car seat,

• the diagonal part of the belt passes round the back through the blue support guide and the car seat,

• the vehicle seat belt is tight enough and not twisted or rolled up. INSTALLING THE CAR SEAT IN THE VEHICLE• ENGLISH •

• The sun canopy is easily adjustable. It enables your child to rest peacefully and gives protection from the sun’s rays. OPTIONAL ref. “Basix” type BS06N-T• ENGLISH • • ENGLISH •

6. Information for car seat care

To ensure effective protection of the car seat

• In the event of an accident with an impact speed of over 10 km/h, the car seat may be damaged in a way that is not necessarily visible, in which case it is extremely important to replace it.

• Check the car seat regularly to ensure that there are NO damaged parts.

• Check that all the mechanical components are working correctly.

• To prevent the car seat from being damaged or broken, make sure that it does not get stuck between the doors or seat rails, etc.

• If the car seat is damaged (for example as a result of being dropped), have it checked by the manufacturer.

6.1 Maintenance of the harness buckle

The buckle needs to function correctly to ensure the safety of your child in the car seat. If the buckle fails to work, this is most likely due to an accumulation of dirt and dust. Possible faults The tabs on the buckle come out slowly after pressing the red release button. The tabs do not attach together properly (they are released). The tabs attach together without emitting the “click” sound. The tabs do not t together easily (you feel some resistance). The buckle only opens with strong pressure. Solution Wash the buckle so that it starts to work properly again:

1. How to remove the harness buckle

Unclip the buckle (press the red release button). Loosen the belts on the harness. Locate the metal ring attached to the belt under the child restraint. Rotate the metal ring and remove it through the shell and the padding.• ENGLISH •

2. How to clean the harness buckle

Soak the buckle in warm water with washing-up liquid for at least an hour. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

3. How to replace the harness buckle

Insert the metal ring and the crotch strap through the padding and the shell The metal ring, fastened to the belt, must come out from the shell. Pull the centre buckle to check that the crotch strap is correctly secured. Fault The tabs no longer t into the appropriate slot in the buckle. Solution Unclip the buckle, pressing the red button.

When replacing the lining, only use the original FOPPAPEDRETTI ones, since the lining is an important part necessary to ensure the protection of your child. The car seat must not be used without the lining. The lining can be removed and washed with gentle detergent and in a cycle for delicate fabrics (30°C). Follow the washing instructions on the label of the lining. The colours of the lining may fade if washed at more than 30°C. Do not spin or tumble dry (the fabric could be detached from the padding). The plastic parts must be cleaned with soapy water. Do not use harsh detergents (such as solvents). The harness can be removed and washed with warm soapy water. Warning! Never remove the tabs from the belts.• ENGLISH • • ENGLISH •

6.3 How to remove the harness

• Unclip the harness buckle (press the red button).

• Unclip the shoulder straps from the belt-tightening device, located on the rear of the backrest.

• Pull both belts through the shell and the lining and remove the chest protectors.

• Locate the metal ring attached to the belt under the child restraint. Rotate the metal ring and remove it through the shell and the padding.• ENGLISH •

HOW TO REMOVE THE LINING

6.4 How to remove the lining

Take off the harness and remove the headrest lining. Take off the elastic parts from the hooks along the edge of the shell. Unhook all the elastic parts from their fastenings to remove the lining from the car seat.

6.5 How to replace the lining

To put the car seat lining back on, attach the elastic parts to the hooks and fit the lining around the headrest.• FRANÇAIS •

FORMAL GUARANTEE The contents of this document as stated below will come into effect as from 01.01.2005 and replace, on every account and in full, any previous message referring to the guarantee provided by Foppa Pedretti S.p.A. FORMAL GUARANTEE Foppa Pedretti S.p.A. the head office of which is located at n. 11 Via Volta, Grumello del Monte (Italy), guarantees directly to the Consumer that this brand new product is free of faults with regard to the materials, design and manufacture and that it complies with the characteristics as declared by the manufacturer. This formal guarantee is valid in all Member Countries of the European Union and it neither excludes nor limits the Consumer’s rights in accordance with mandatory measures provided for by the law with regard to the Retailer of the Product. To take advantage of this formal guarantee, the Consumer must return the faulty product to the Retailer, presenting to the same the proof of purchase of the Product which must clearly show the Retailer’s address, the date of purchase of the Product with the Retailer’s stamp and signature and an indication of the Product itself or, alternatively, the receipt which must not have been altered and which must clearly show the same information as that referred to above. The manufacturer’s formal guarantee is valid for twelve (12) months from the date of purchase of the Product. During this period, Foppa Pedretti S.p.A. will repair or replace the faulty product, at its own discretion. The formal guarantee is granted to the end buyer of the Product (Consumer) and it neither excludes nor limits the mandatory rights of the Consumer as provided for by the law and/or the rights that the Consumer may have with regard to the Dealer/Retailer of the Product.

EXCLUSIONS TO THE FORMAL

GUARANTEE. The formal guarantee is excluded in the case of damage caused to the Product for the following reasons: if the product is used in a way that does not comply with the information contained in the use and assembly instruction sheet, if the product is knocked or dropped, if the Product is exposed to humidity or extreme heat or environmental conditions, or to sudden changes in the same, corrosion, oxidization, unauthorized alterations or repairs to the Product, repairs using unauthorised spare parts, improper use, improper maintenance or failure to carry out the same, improper maintenance compared to the information given on the use and assembly instruction sheet, incorrect assembly, accidents, damage caused by food or drink, damage caused by chemical products, cases of force majeure. In any case, Foppa Pedretti S.p.A. declines all responsibility for damage caused to persons or to property, other than the Product, when such damage is caused by a failure to comply with the instructions/advice/warnings cont a ined in the manua l or, alternatively, in the use and assembly instruction sheet provided with each Product for the owner/user. (Purely as an example, in the case of a cot : “Check your baby constantly. Make sure that the sheets and blankets do not cover the baby’s head…”). Furthermore, Foppa Pedretti S.p.A. declines all responsibility for damage to persons and to property when the breakage of its products is due to a deterioration in the components of the Product that are subject to wear. All the components of the Product made of plastic are considered to be components subject to wear.• FRANÇAIS •