RAVA - Car seat Nuna - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL RAVA Nuna

Easy Installation Our products are designed to make your life easier, so installing this child restraint doesn't require outside assistance. While we encourage the use of Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians to ensure you have installed the seat correctly, you can install the child restraint in your vehicle without these professionals by carefully reading and following these instructions. Thank y ou! You’ve just purchased a Nuna product, and you can be sure that your child is getting the best there is. Our products are expertly engineered for safety, with luxury fabrics and sophisticated style. Whatever made you fall in love with Nuna, rest assured your adventures with your little one will be easier from now on, freeing you to enjoy more happy family moments together.2 RAVA instructions

WARNING: Carefully read, understand

and follow all instructions and warnings in this manual, and those labeled on your Child Restraint. Failure to do so can result in the SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH of your child. Store manual in pocket at rear of base for future use.3RAVA instructions

Contents English (EN) Important Information Product Information/Registration 4 Safety Warnings 6 Vehicle Compatibility 8 Child Restraint Overview Features Overview 16 Features Usage 18 Child Usage Requirements 44 Rear Facing Installation Rear Facing Setup 46 Using Vehicle Lap/Shoulder Belt 48 Using Universal Anchor Belt 50 Using Vehicle Lap Belt 52 Forward Facing Installation Forward Facing Setup 54 Using Vehicle Lap/Shoulder Belt 56 Using Universal Anchor Belt 58 Using Vehicle Lap Belt 60 Securing Child in Child Restraint 62 Aircraft Installation 65 Cleaning and Maintenance 66 Seat Cover Assembly 70 Harness Function Test 73 To clean Harness Adjuster 76 French 81-1604 RAVA instructions

Product Information/Registration Model Name: __________________________________________________ Model Number: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Manufactured Date: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Product Registration Please fill in the above information. The name, model number and the manufactured date can be found on a label underneath your infant restraint. Fill out the prepaid registration postcard attached to the seat cover and mail it today. Child restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register this restraint to be reached in a recall. Send your name, address, and the restraint's model number and manufacturing date to: Nuna Canada 2520 Ave Marie-Curie St-Laurent, QC, H4S 1N1 1-800-667-4111 Or, register online at www.nunababy.ca Contact For replacement parts, service, or additional warranty questions, please contact our customer service department. Phone: [phone] or email: [e-mail]5RAVA instructions EN6 RAVA instructions

WARNING DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR. Never leave child unattended in this Child Restraint. Do not allow anyone who has not read the Instructions to install or use this Child Restraint. Never leave Child Restraint unsecured in your vehicle even when it is unoccupied. In a crash, it could become a projectile and injure other vehicle occupants. To avoid strangulation, do not allow children to play with vehicle or Child Restraint belts or straps. If possible, move unused belts out of reach. Cover the Child Restraint when your vehicle is parked in sunlight. Parts of a Child Restraint can become very hot if left in the sun, and can burn a child’s skin. Check for hot parts before putting your child in the Child Restraint. Do not use any products or accessories with this Child Restraint unless they are approved by Nuna Canada for use with this Child Restraint. Doing so may be unsafe and may void the warranty.7RAVA instructions

Do not use Child Restraint if it has frayed or cut harness straps, or is damaged in any way. To find out if damaged parts are replaceable, call 1-800-667-4111. Never modify any part of the Child Restraint. Replace this Child Restraint if it has been involved in a moderate or severe crash. Car seats do not automatically need to be replaced following a minor crash. A minor crash is one in which all these apply: Vehicle can drive away from crash site, the vehicle door nearest to the car seat was not damaged, none of the passengers sustained any injury during the crash, the vehicle airbags did not deploy during crash and there is no visible damage to car seat. Do not use Child Restraint more than 10 years from date of purchase (proof of purchase required) or manufacturing date otherwise. Check the manufacturer’s label on the bottom of the Child Restraint Base. This restraint system can only be used in these classes of vehicles: passenger cars, multi-purpose vehicles and trucks that have lap, lap/shoulder belts and UAS connectors.8 RAVA instructions

WARNING: You MUST read, understand and follow

ALL Child Restraint related instructions and warnings in your vehicle owner’s manual to correctly and safely use this Child Restraint in your vehicle. This Child Restraint can ONLY be installed on vehicle seats that face forward. DO NOT install in seats that face to the sides or rear of the vehicle.

WARNING: SERIOUS INJURY

OR DEATH MAY OCCUR. NEVER install this Child Restraint rear facing in a vehicle seating position with a frontal air bag unless it is turned off. If your vehicle is equipped with front passenger side air bags, check your vehicle owner's manual for Child Restraint installation instructions. IMPORTANT: According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions.9RAVA instructions

This Child Restraint can be installed without vehicle belts, by connecting the Restraint’s Universal Anchor Belts to the lower anchorages in your vehicle. UAS (Universal Anchor System) is a system for installing a Child Restraint in a vehicle without using the vehicle belts. Refer to your vehicle owner’s manual to determine if your vehicle is equipped with UAS, and how to correctly use UAS to install this Child Restraint in your vehicle.

WARNING: DO NOT USE the UAS lower anchor belts

to attach this Child Restraint rear facing when restraining a child weighing over 15.8 kg (35 lbs) or forward facing when restraining a child weighing over 18.1 kg (40 lbs). Vehicle Top Tether Anchor Points Vehicle Lower Anchor Points Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations10 RAVA instructions

belts to attach this Child Restraint rear facing when restraining a child weighing over 15.8 kg (35 lbs) or forward facing when restraining a child weighing over

18.1 kg (40 lbs). Check your vehicle owner’s manual for

Tether Anchor weight limits. This Child Restraint is designed to be used with lower UAS anchors at the standard spacing of 11 inches (28 cm). UAS lower vehicle anchor points are defined as 28 cm (11 inches) from the center of one UAS anchor to the center of another UAS anchor. 11” 28cm11RAVA instructions

Rear Shelf Back Wall Back of Seat Vehicle Floor The Restraint’s Tether Strap must be used for ALL Forward Facing Installations, as it provides a more secure installation.

WARNING: NEVER use a Child Restraint in a

vehicle seating position where it cannot be correctly secured. An incorrectly installed Child Restraint will not protect your child in a crash.12 RAVA instructions

The following types of vehicle belts CAN BE USED to install this Child Restraint.

Belts MUST be able to be locked. Refer to vehicle owner's manual to determine if the belts in your vehicle lock by switching the seat belt's retractor or they have a locking latch plate that locks the vehicle's seat belts so they will not move freely. If the belt cannot be locked using one of these methods, contact Nuna Customer Service for a locking clip.13RAVA instructions

Vehicle belts that CANNOT BE USED with your child restraint: The following types of vehicle belts MUST NOT be used to install this Child Restraint. They will not provide a secure, safe installation. Refer to your vehicle owner’s manual for which seating positions in your vehicle can be used to install this Child Restraint using vehicle belts or UAS.

1 - Motorized Belts (Automatic)

These should not be used unless the shoulder belt can be removed, the lap belt is locked and use is allowed by the vehicle manufacturer.

2 - Dual Retractor Lap/Shoulder Belts

If allowed by the manufacturer, the lap belt only may be used to secure the child restraint in accordance with this manual and the vehicle’s manual.

3 - Non-Locking (ELR) Lap Belts

This belt locks in a crash or sudden stop and should only be used with a belt shortening clip. Contact your vehicle manufacturer if needed.

4 - Airbag/Inflatable Belts

This belt cannot be used to install this child restraint.

5 - Door Mounted Belts

This belt cannot be used to install this child restraint.

6 - Lap Belts forward of Seat Bight

This belt (where the seat bottom and back meet) cannot be used to install this child restraint.15RAVA instructions

Press on Harness Release Button while pulling forward on the Harness Straps.

2 - To Open Chest Clip

Press button on front of Clip and pull Clip apart.

3 - To Open Harness Buckle

Press red button on front of Buckle and pull out Buckle Tongues.

4 - To Use Buckle Tongue Holders

Loosen and unfasten harness. Place Buckle Tongues in Holders.

5 - To Fasten Chest Clip

Push Chest Clip halves together until they click. Pull to check. (1) To Fasten Buckle Insert Buckle Tongues firmly into Buckle until they click. Pull up on Tongues to ensure they are locked. (2)

6 - To Tighten Harness

Pull on Harness Adjuster Strap.19RAVA instructions

1 - The Head Insert may be used for improved comfort or

fit on a child between 2.3–5 kg (5–11 lbs) ONLY. Harness & Crotch Pad Use

- The Harness Pads are a comfort feature that may be used for a child between 2.3–5 kg (5–11 lbs) ONLY. Head Support Adjustment

- With Harness loose (p.18), squeeze Head Support Button and move Head Support up or down to desired position. Release button and slide Head Support slightly up or down to lock into appropriate use position.21RAVA instructions

Infant Insert Use The infant insert can be used for a child that is between 2.3-5 kg (5–11 lbs) to improve the harness fit and recline angle for smaller infants. The harness MUST be positioned AT or JUST BELOW the child’s shoulders. The head insert may be used or removed for improved comfort to the child between 2.3–5 kg (5–11 lbs). To Install Infant Insert

- Pull Harness Buckle through slot in the bottom of Infant Insert.

2 - Route Harness Straps through gaps in sides of

3 - Push Infant Insert firmly into Child Restraint.

4 - Make sure insert is properly positioned.

When properly installed, the Infant Insert will not interfere with Harness Straps or Crotch Belt. Crotch Belt must be locked in inner position when Infant Insert is used.23RAVA instructions

True Tension Door Use This Child Restraint has 2 True Tension Doors that aid in a simple and secure installation of the Child Restraint in your vehicle. They are located underneath the Seat Cover. The upper Door (RED) is for forward facing use, and the lower Door (BLUE) is for rear facing use. Remove Infant Insert, loosen and unfasten Harness (p.18), and retain with Buckle Tongue Holders (p.18).

1 - Adjust Head Support to highest position, unsnap Seat

Cover and pull to front of seat.

4 - Close True Tension Door by pressing down firmly on

Door until both latches lock in place. Replace Seat Cover and reinstall Infant Insert if used (p.22).25RAVA instructions

Shoulder Belt Clip Use The shoulder belt clip is used ONLY for rear facing installations and when child weighs between 2.3-18.1 kg (5–40 lbs). It MUST be used when installing child restraint using the vehicle shoulder belt. The shoulder belt clip helps to maintain the proper position of the vehicle shoulder belt. To Install Shoulder Belt Clip

- Use the Shoulder belt clip that is on the opposite side of the vehicle buckle.

2 - Slide the vehicle shoulder belt into the shoulder belt

clip. Make sure to ONLY insert the vehicle shoulder belt into the shoulder belt clip. Ensure shoulder belt clip is positioned in front of the lap belt portion without any interference.27RAVA instructions

Crotch Belt Adjustment The Crotch Belt has two positions. Use the position that is closest to, but not under your child. Remove Infant Insert (p.22) and loosen and unbuckle Harness (p.18).

1 - Unsnap Seat Cover and pull forward while pulling

crotch buckle through slot in Seat Cover.

2 - Depress and slide Crotch Belt plate forward or

backward and lock in desired position. Place buckle back through correct slot in Seat Cover and replace Seat Cover and Infant Insert (if using). (p.22)29RAVA instructions

Rebound Bar Use The rebound bar is used ONLY for rear facing install and child weighs between 2.3-18.1 kg (5–40 lbs.) The rebound bar reduces the rotation of the child restraint during a crash and increases the stability of the child restraint when installed rear facing. To Install Rebound Bar

- Locate the rebound bar receptacles of the rebound bar with the openings at the foot of the child restraint.

2 - Slide the rebound bar into the openings. Push on the

rebound bar until it is completely secure.

3 - Secure the rebound bar by connecting the snap on

the seat to the snap on the bar. Repeat for other side. Lightly tug on the rebound bar to make sure it is attached properly. To Remove Rebound Bar

- Unclip the snap on each side of the seat.

5 - Pull on each side of the rebound bar to remove.

WARNING: To prevent falls: NEVER carry the car

seat by the Rebound Bar. NEVER USE IN FORWARD FACING INSTALLATION.31RAVA instructions

Universal Anchor Belt Storage and Use The Universal Anchor Belt, located in Storage Compartment under the Rear Facing True Tension Door, can be used instead of a vehicle belt to install this Child Restraint. The Universal Anchor Belt must not be used rear facing if your child weighs more than 15.8 kg (35 lbs), or forward facing if your child weighs more than 18.1 kg (40 lbs).

1 - To use Universal Anchor Belt, open Rear Facing True

Tension Door (p.24), remove Universal Anchor Belt, and lengthen by pressing adjuster button while pulling on Belt.

2 - To connect Universal Anchor Belt to lower anchors in

vehicle, press Connector firmly onto lower anchor and pull to check.

3 - To release Universal Anchor Belt, press red button on

end of Connector while pulling on Belt.

4 - To store, fold Universal Anchor Adjuster and Universal

Anchor Belt, and place in Storage Compartment. Store other Universal Anchor Belt in adjacent Storage Compartment. Tuck excess webbing. When not in use, the Universal Anchor Belt MUST be properly stored in Universal Anchor Storage Compartment under Rear Facing True Tension Door, and MUST NOT interfere with latching of Door.33RAVA instructions

1 - Pivot Cup Holder up and lock in use position.

2 - Push center of Cup Holder down to extend to opened

3 - While in the opened position, pull up on the Cup

Holder to remove for washing OR remove for easier Rear Facing Belt Installation.

4 - To store, collapse Cup Holder and pivot down.

Cup Holder must be opened to access Belt Path during Rear Facing Installation of Child Restraint. Cup Holder may be collapsed down against vehicle belt after belt installation. DO NOT place glass or metal containers or hard or sharp objects in Cup Holder. In a crash they could cause serious injury.35RAVA instructions

Side Impact Protection (SIP) Use SIP pods should only be used on the door side of the child restraint. If the child restraint is installed in the middle seat position the SIP pods should not be used.

1 - Pull out SIP Pod until it locks into position.

2 - To store, press button and push SIP Pod into stored

Calf Support Use The Calf Support must be used to give your child more leg room or improve installation when rear facing and provide improved comfort when forward facing. It is designed to change position without damage if excessive force is applied.

1 - Recline Child Restraint to rear facing position 1 (BLUE).

2 - Move Calf Support to USE position (upwards) by

reaching under front of Child Restraint and rotating Calf Support down and forward.

3 - Move Calf Support to STORAGE position by pulling

down on Calf Support to unlock, and rotating it to storage position. Calf support MUST be used in BOTH rear facing and forward facing positions.39RAVA instructions

1 - To use, remove Tether by loosening strap and

unclipping from storage anchor.

2 - To extend Tether for use, tilt Tether Adjuster and pull to

3 - To store, attach Tether to storage anchor and remove

slack in strap by pulling on free end of strap. Loose strap should be stored in provided tether cover. When not in use, Tether MUST be properly stored.

WARNING: ALWAYS USE TETHER for forward

facing installation (see vehicle owner's manual). NEVER USE IN REAR FACING INSTALLATION.41RAVA instructions

Recline Use This Child Restraint has 6 recline positions. Recline can be changed for child's comfort or to improve installation of Child Restraint.

1 - Positions 1 (BLUE) are for rear facing use with children

2.3-18.1 kg (5–40 lbs).

2 - Positions 1–5 (RED) are for forward facing use with

children 11.3-29.4 kg (25–65 lbs). To Adjust Recline

- Press Recline Button (1) on either side of the Child Restraint and move seat to desired recline position. (2) Release Recline Button, and check that Child Restraint is locked in desired recline position. If infant’s head falls forward, use Infant Insert with infants 2.3–5 kg (5–11 lbs) to improve the recline angle for smaller infants. To change recline position after installation, uninstall Child Restraint, select new recline position, and reinstall Child Restraint.43RAVA instructions

Child Usage Requirements To use this Child Restraint, your child must meet ALL of the following weight and height requirements below: Weight: 2.3–29.4 kg (5-65 lbs) Height: 124 cm (49 in) or less The Infant Insert (p.22) is only for use with infants who weigh between 2.3–5 kg (5–11 lbs). Rear Facing Installation recommended up to 2+ years 2.3-18.1 kg (5–40 lbs) height: 124 cm (49 in) or less Forward Facing Installation recommended 2 years or older 11.3-29.4 kg (25–65 lbs) height: 124 cm (49 in) or less vehicle belt

vehicle belt & tether strap Tether strap must always be used in Forward Facing Installation. lower anchor belt lower anchor belt infant insert (5 lbs)

(11 lbs) 5 kg (65 lbs)

WARNING: Use either vehicle seat belt or Lower

Anchors. Never use both methods to install Child Restraint.45RAVA instructions

Rear Facing Installation recommended up to 2+ years or older 2.3-18.1 kg (5–40 lbs) height: 124 cm (49 in) or less vehicle belt

lower anchor belt infant insert (5 lbs)

(11 lbs) 5 kg (40 lbs)

Recline Position 1 The Canadian Paediatric Society recommends children should ride rear facing for as long as possible until they reach maximum height and weight for their seat.46 RAVA instructions

Rear Facing Setup Before install, store tether strap. Move Calf Support to installation position (p.38).

1 - Place Child Restraint rear facing in a compatible

Loosen and unbuckle Harness and retain with Buckle Tongue Holders (p.18). Pivot Cup Holders to USE position to access Rear Facing Belt Path (p.34). If desired, cupholders can be removed for easier access to Rear Facing Belt Path.

3 - Slide the Rebound bar ends into the openings. Push on

the Rebound bar until it is completely seated into the openings.

4 - Secure the rebound bar by connecting the snap on the

seat to the snap on the bar. Repeat for other side.

5 - Remove Infant Insert, lift lower Seat Cover, and open

Rear Facing True Tension Door (p.24). Complete installation using your vehicle’s Lap/Shoulder Belt (p.48), the Universal Anchor Belt (p.50), or a compatible vehicle Lap Belt (p.52). If infant’s head falls forward, use Infant Insert with infants 2.3–5 kg (5–11 lbs) to improve the recline angle for smaller infants.47RAVA instructions

WARNING: Check that Child Restraint is securely

installed before each use. Using Vehicle Lap/Shoulder Belt (preferred installation method)

1 - Route vehicle Lap/Shoulder belt through BLUE Rear

Facing Belt Path and buckle vehicle Lap/Shoulder Belt. Vehicle belt must be routed under True Tension Door. (1)

2 - Insert ONLY the Shoulder belt into the Shoulder Belt

Clip on the opposite side of the vehicle buckle.

3 - Remove all slack from the vehicle belt system to

properly secure this child restraint. Lock vehicle belt (refer to vehicle owner's manual). (2)

4 - Close True Tension Door and replace Seat Cover.

Test by pulling on shoulder belt to ensure it is locked. To open True Tension Door, unbuckle vehicle belt and push down slightly on door to release tension. Check Installation Seat is in appropriate rear facing recline position and calf support is in the USE position. Seat is securely installed. Hold seat near rear- facing belt path and move seat side to side, front to back, and up and down. Seat should move less than 2.5 cm (1 inch). Tether strap is not used for Rear Facing Installation and must be secured in storage location on back of Child Restraint. Cup Holders may be placed in any position after installation. Shoulder belt is properly installed in the shoulder belt clip and the shoulder belt clip is placed in front of lap belt without any interference.49RAVA instructions

- Remove Universal Anchor Belt from Storage Compartment (p.32) and route through BLUE Rear Facing Belt Path under Cup Holder.

2 - Lengthen Universal Anchor Belt as necessary (p.32) and

attach to Lower Anchor points in vehicle.

3 - Remove all slack from Universal Anchor Belt by pulling

loop at end of Belt.

4 - Close True Tension Door and replace Seat Cover and

Infant Insert (if used). Pull crotch belt through slot. To open True Tension Door, unbuckle vehicle belt and push down slightly on door to release tension. Check Installation Seat is in appropriate rear facing recline position and calf support is in the USE position. Seat is securely installed. Hold seat near rear- facing belt path and move seat side to side, front to back, and up and down. Seat should move less than 2.5 cm (1 inch). Tether strap is not used for Rear Facing Installation and must be secured in storage location on back of Child Restraint. Cup Holders may be placed in any position after installation.

WARNING: Do not install by this method for a child

weighing more than 15.8 kg (35 lbs).

WARNING: Check that Child Restraint is securely

installed before each use.51RAVA instructions

Using Vehicle Lap Belt

1 - Route vehicle Lap belt through BLUE Rear Facing Belt

Path and buckle vehicle Lap Belt. (1) Remove all slack from vehicle Lap Belt. (2)

2 - Close True Tension Door and replace Seat Cover and

Infant Insert (if used). To open True Tension Door, unbuckle vehicle belt and push down slightly on door to release tension. Check Installation Seat is in appropriate rear facing recline position and calf support is in the USE position. Seat is securely installed. Hold seat near rear-facing belt path and move seat side to side, front to back, and up and down. Seat should move less than 2.5 cm (1 inch). Tether strap is not used for Rear Facing Installation and must be secured in storage location on back of Child Restraint. Cup Holders may be placed in any position after installation.

WARNING: Check that Child Restraint is securely

installed before each use.53RAVA instructions

Forward Facing Installation recommended 2 years or older 11.3-29.4 kg (25–65 lbs) Forward Facing Setup Remove Tether from storage location and lengthen for use (p.40). Move Calf Support to installation position (p.38). 1 Place Child Restraint forward facing in a compatible vehicle seat (p.8). 2 Select desired forward facing recline position 1–5 (RED) (p.42). Loosen and unbuckle harness and retain with Buckle Tongue Holders (p.18). 3 Fully raise Head Support, lift Seat Cover, and open Forward Facing True Tension Door (p.24). Complete installation using your vehicle’s Lap/Shoulder Belt (p.56), the Universal Anchor Belt (p.58), or a compatible vehicle Lap Belt (p.60).

vehicle belt & tether strap Tether strap must always be used in Forward Facing Installation. height: 124 cm (49 in) or less lower anchor belt 25 lbs (11.3 kg) 40 lbs (18.1 kg) 65 lbs (29.4 kg)55RAVA instructions

Using Vehicle Lap/Shoulder Belt (preferred installation method)

1 - Route vehicle Lap/Shoulder belt through RED

Forward Facing Belt Path and buckle vehicle Lap/ Shoulder Belt.

2 - Lock vehicle belt (refer to vehicle owner's

manual). Remove all slack from the vehicle belt system to properly secure this child restraint. (1) Close True Tension Door and replace Seat Cover. Test by pulling on shoulder belt to ensure it is locked.

3 - Attach Tether Hook to Tether Anchor on vehicle and

4 - Tuck excess webbing behind Child Restraint.

To open True Tension Door, unbuckle vehicle belt and push down slightly on door to release tension. Check Installation Seat is in appropriate forward facing recline position and calf support is in the USE position. Seat is securely installed. Hold seat near forward facing Belt Path and move seat side to side, front to back, and up and down. Seat should move less than

Tether is properly used and attached to vehicle Tether Anchor.

WARNING: Check that Child Restraint is securely

installed before each use.57RAVA instructions

- Remove Universal Anchor Belt from Storage Compartment (p.32), and route through RED Forward Facing Belt Path.

2 - Lengthen Universal Anchor Belt as necessary (p.32)

and attach to Lower Anchor points in vehicle.

3 - Remove all slack from Universal Anchor Belt by pulling

loop at end of Belt straight back from Latch Connector. Close True Tension Door and replace Seat Cover.

4 - Attach Tether Hook to Tether Anchor on vehicle and

tighten (p.40). Tuck excess webbing behind Child Restraint. To open True Tension Door, unbuckle vehicle belt and push down slightly on door to release tension. Check Installation Seat is in appropriate forward facing recline position and calf support is in the USE position. Seat is securely installed. Hold seat near forward facing Belt Path and move seat side to side, front to back, and up and down. Seat should move less than 2.5 cm (1 inch). Tether is properly used and attached to vehicle Tether Anchor.

WARNING: Do not install by this method for a child

weighing more than 18.1 kg (40 lbs).

WARNING: Check that Child Restraint is securely

installed before each use.59RAVA instructions

Using Vehicle Lap Belt

1 - Route vehicle Lap Belt through RED Forward-Facing

Belt Path and buckle vehicle Lap belt.

2 - Remove all slack from vehicle Lap Belt. (1)

Close True Tension Door and replace Seat Cover.

3 - Attach Tether Hook to Tether Anchor on vehicle and

tighten (p.40). Tuck excess webbing behind Child Restraint. To open True Tension Door, unbuckle vehicle belt and push down slightly on door to release tension. Check Installation Seat is in appropriate forward facing recline position and calf support is in the USE position. Seat is securely installed. Hold seat near forward facing Belt Path and move seat side to side, front to back, and up and down. Seat should move less than 2.5 cm (1 inch). Tether is properly used and attached to vehicle Tether Anchor.

WARNING: Check that Child Restraint is securely

installed before each use.61RAVA instructions

Securing Child in Child Restraint Loosen and unfasten Harness. Retain with Buckle Tongue Holders (p.18).

1 - Place child in Child Restraint with child’s back flat

against Child Restraint seat back. DO NOT allow child to slouch.

2 - For rear facing use, adjust Head Support (p.20) to

position harness AT or just below shoulders. For forward facing use, adjust Head Support (p.20) to position harness AT or just above shoulders. Bottom of Head Support should be close to, but not compressing, child's shoulders. Adjust Crotch Belt to fit child (p.28). Crotch Belt should be close to, but not under child. Position harness over child’s shoulders and around child’s waist, and buckle harness.

3 - Tighten harness (p.18) to fit snugly on child’s shoulders

and thighs. It is snug if you cannot pinch a fold in the strap (1). Fasten and position Chest Clip (p.18) level with child’s armpits (2).

WARNING: If your child is not properly secured

in the Child Restraint, they may be ejected in a crash, resulting in serious injury or death.63RAVA instructions

Rear Facing: Harness AT or just below shoulders Forward Facing: Harness AT or just above shoulders

WARNING: Before securing child in the restraint,

always check that Child Restraint is properly installed. Harness straps are at correct height. Rear Facing: AT or just below child’s shoulders Forward Facing: AT or just above child’s shoulders Use Infant Insert, Head Insert, Harness Shoulder Pads and Crotch Pad with infants 2.3-5 kg (5–11 lbs) to improve fit to seat and harness and to improve the recline angle for smaller infants. Recline angle is appropriate for Child. If infant’s head falls forward, use Infant Insert with infants 2.3-5 kg (5–11 lbs) to improve the recline angle for smaller infants. Head Support is locked in one of the 10 positions. Harness Buckle is securely fastened. Pull to check! Harness Straps are snug and flat on shoulders and thighs. A snug strap should not allow any slack. It lies in a relatively straight line without sagging. It does not press on the child's flesh or push the child's body into an unnatural position.

WARNING: Child cannot be properly secured

in Child Restraint when wearing bulky clothing or wrapped in a blanket. For warmth, add blanket after properly securing Child in the Child Restraint. Chest Clip is fastened and at Child’s armpit level.65RAVA instructions

Aircraft Installation The Civil Aviation Services of Transport Canada recommend that children up to 18.1 kg (40 lbs) use a Child Restraint while travelling on an aircraft. This Child Restraint is certified for use on aircraft. Contact your airline about their policies prior to travel. Install Child Restraint rear facing or forward facing in a forward facing aircraft seat following “Using Vehicle Lap Belt” instructions, but install aircraft belt on top of closed True Tension Door and under Seat Cover.66 RAVA instructions

Cleaning and Maintenance

WARNING: Do not attempt to disassemble the

Child Restraint. Only perform steps shown in this manual. Seat Cover Removal

1 - To remove seat pad:

a Recline Child Restraint to rear facing position 1 (BLUE). b Set Head Support in highest position. c Loosen and unbuckle Harness and Chest Clip. d Fully extend Calf Support. e Remove Tether from Storage Anchor. Remove Harness/Buckle Pads as well as Infant and Head Inserts. Take care when removing Head Support Cover so as not to damage the energy absorbing foam.67RAVA instructions

1 - Remove Head Support Cover.

a Grasp Head Support Cover at top behind Head Support Button. b Peel Cover off Head Support; work on one side then the other. Unsnap Cover and remove.

2 - Unsnap Seat Cover.

Remove Seat Cover from Calf Support.

3 - Remove Cover from Child Restraint.

a Start at bottom, near Calf Support, work toward Buckle Holder. Pull Seat Cover out of seat cover retaining channel. b Unhook Cover beneath Buckle Tongue Holder. c Continue to the tether. d Repeat steps A through C for the other side.

4 - Flip cover over the top of the Child Restraint.

Slide Seat Cover off of the Tether.69RAVA instructions

Seat Cover Assembly Reverse steps of seat cover removal. Cleaning the Seat Cover and Harness Pads When required, seat cover and harness pads may be machine washed with cold water and mild detergent, on the delicate cycle. Allow to air dry. DO NOT use bleach or other harsh chemicals to clean your child restraint cover or harness. DO NOT attempt to iron your child restraint. Recline child restraint to rear facing position 1.

1 - Tuck the seat cover into the retaining channel

along the edge of the seat and tuck the corner flap in near the screw. From the center of the seating area, push the white plastic tab on the seat cover down over the screw.

2 - While pulling down on the fabric from the outside.

Ensure both corner pockets are secured to the outside of the calf support.71RAVA instructions

Cleaning the Infant Insert When required, the Infant Insert may be machine washed with a mild soap and cold water. The support wedge located on the back side of the Infant Insert should be spot cleaned only. DO NOT machine wash the support wedge. Allow to air dry. Cleaning the Harness The Child Restraint harness system cannot be removed. DO NOT attempt to remove the harness system. When required, harness may be hand washed with a sponge and warm soapy water. Towel dry excess water and allow to air dry. DO NOT attempt to iron your Harness. Cleaning the Shell When required, shell may be hand washed with damp sponge. Towel dry. Cleaning the Buckle BUCKLE CANNOT BE REMOVED. To clean buckle, wipe with damp cloth. DO NOT use abrasive cleansers on the Shell.73RAVA instructions

Clean Harness Adjuster Harness Function Test PUSH on back of seat and firmly PULL forward on the harness straps without pressing release button.

WARNING: Do not attempt to disassemble the

child restraint. Only perform steps shown in this manual. If harness loosens, follow Clean Harness Adjuster steps. If harness remains tight, harness adjuster is functioning normally. PULL PUSH74 RAVA instructions

To Access Harness Adjuster

1 - Adjust head support to highest position, unsnap seat

cover and pull to front of seat.

2 - Remove the two Phillips head screws from the Harness

Adjuster cover. KEEP screws for reinstall.

3 - Remove Harness Adjuster Cover and slide forward on

harness till it is out of the way.75RAVA instructions

To Clean Harness Adjuster

1 - While pressing Harness Adjuster button, use a brush

or toothbrush to brush/scrape the area and each tooth/ groove down to where the harness and tooth/grooves meet.

2 - Pull Harness out slightly to help remove debris out

of teeth area. Clean each tooth/groove carefully. The recline may need to be reduced to help pull debris away from the teeth. When fully cleaned, release locking mechanism and re-do Harness Function Test (p. 73). Reassemble Harness Adjuster

3 - Slide Harness Adjuster Cover up harness and reattach

Harness Adjuster Cover to the seat.

4 - Attach Harness Adjuster Cover with two previously

removed Phillips head screws.

5 - Replace seat cover in seat

6 - Pull harness strap (1) and buckle (2) through slot

in seat cover and snap seat cover back to seat (3). Repeat Harness Function Test (p.8) with fully assembled child restraint. If harness does not remain tight after reassembly, contact Nuna at 1-800-667-4111 or [e-mail] for additional assistance with cleaning.77RAVA instructions

Seat Cover Assembly Reverse steps of seat cover removal. Recline child restraint to rear facing position 1.

1 - Tuck the seat cover into the retaining channel along

the edge of the seat and tuck the corner flap in near the screw.

2 - With corner flap inserted into retaining channel,

push firmly on plastic in corner flap until opening in plastic slides over screw. Pull on seat pad to ensure flap is secured to screw. Ensure both corner pockets are secured to the outside of the calf support.79RAVA instructions