Bigkid 2 - Car seat Axkid - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Bigkid 2 Axkid

A Headrest H ISOFIX connector B Side wings I ISOFIX adjustment handle and indicator C ASIP attachment J Headrest adjustment handle D Backrest K Shoulder belt guides E Lap belt middle guide* L ASIP F Lap belt side guides M ASIP removal button G Recline adjustment handle N Manual compartment *Bigkid 2 premium only77

Table of content Parts Important information Allowed and disallowed positioning of Axkid Bigkid 2 car seat Installing Axkid Bigkid 2 car seat in the vehicle Restraining your child in Axkid Bigkid 2 car seat Seat adjustments Removing Axkid Bigkid 2 car seat from the vehicle Care and maintenance Warranty Thank you for choosing Axkid Bigkid 2 Read this instruction manual before installing Axkid Bigkid 2 car seat in your vehicle. For more information and installation videos visit www.axkid.com. Axkid Bigkid 2 Premium is a forward-facing car seat approved for children between 15 to 36 kg that features a lap belt middle guide and is approved according to ECE R44/04 Axkid Bigkid 2 is a forward-facing car seat approved for children between 15 to 36 kg and is approved according to ECE R44/04 If in doubt, contact your retailer who can demonstrate a correct installation. An incorrect installation could endanger your child. Important information To maximize your child’s safety, it is important that you keep the following in mind:

• The seat is ONLY to be used forward facing and for children weighing between 15 and 36kg.

• The child should be a minimum of 140 cm in height to sit in front of an active airbag unless there are other recommendations from the car manufacturer. If you still wish to install Axkid Bigkid 2 in such seating position the airbag must be switched o according to the vehicle manufacturers instructions.

• Should you have an accident, no matter how small, your child car seat should always be replaced. It may have damage that is undetectable and could seriously jeopardize your child’s safety. For this reason, Axkid does not recommend purchasing secondhand child car seats.

• DO NOT use anything such as a cushion or coat to raise Axkid Bigkid 2 o the passenger seat. In the event of an accident, Axkid Bigkid 2 and the vehicle seat belts will not be able to protect your child as well as they should.

• Avoid placing your child in direct sunlight for extended periods of time to avoid risk of the child overheating.

• Never leave your child unattended in the car.

• Ensure any luggage or loose objects are secured in your vehicle as they may cause injuries to passengers in the event of a collision.

• Ensure that Axkid Bigkid 2 does not become trapped by any moveable seats or doors within the vehicle.

• To prevent injury due to deterioration, discontinue using a child seat if it is older than 8 years or has been in a crash.

• All passengers must be secured in their seats using a safety belt.88

• Read this instruction manual before installing Axkid Bigkid 2 in your vehicle. For more information and installa- tion videos visit www.axkid.com.

• Keep this instruction manual for future reference.

• DO NOT attempt use any part of this child car seat with any other child car seat. Ensure any luggage or loose objects (e.g. books, bags etc) are secured in your vehicle as they may cause injuries to passengers in the event of a collision.

• DO NOT (except where described in this manual), attempt to disassemble or modify this child car seat or change the way the vehicle’s seat belts are used.

• DO NOT use Axkid Bigkid 2 in the home, or any other non-certied location. It has only been designed to be used in a car. Ensure that Axkid Bigkid 2 is always secured to the vehicle car seat - even when not in use.

• The child car seat must not be used without the textile cover. Notices

• The child car seat must only be used in vehicles which are tted with a three-point seat belt system that has been approved by regulation ECE-16 or similar.

• A correct t is likely if the vehicle manufacturer has declared in the vehicle handbook that the vehicle is capable of accepting a ‘Universal ’child restraint for this group.

• The child car seat is a ‘Universal’ child restraint; it conforms to regulation ECE-R44/04 for general use in ve- hicles. It will t most, but not all vehicle seats.

• This child car seat has been declared ‘Universal’ under more stringent conditions than those applied to earlier designs, which do not carry the ‘Universal’ mark.

• Child car seats can mark vehicle seat upholstery. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damage or marking to vehicle seats.

• The following situations could be illegal and will void the warranty: a. Any modications or change of use of the child car seat that have not been authorized or advised by the manufacturer. b. Any failure to t the child car seat in strict accordance with the instructions. The manufacturer accepts no liability for issues arising from unauthorized modications, uses or tting.

• Do not use any load bearing points other than those described in this manual.

• Please keep this manual safe for any possible queries you may have in the future.9 Allowed and disallowed positioning of Axkid Bigkid 2 The Axkid Bigkid 2 can be used on any forward-facing passenger seat which has a 3-point seat belt, approved to UN/ ECE Regulation No. 16 or other equivalent standard. The Axkid Bigkid 2 cannot be used with a 2-point lap belt. Front passenger seat (no active airbag) YES Front passenger seat (active airbag) NO* Forward-facing seat with 3-point safety belt YES Seat with 2-point safety belt NO Side-facing seats NO Rear-facing seats NO IMPORTANT: The child should be a minimum of 140 cm in height to sit in front of an active airbag unless there are other recommendations from the car manufacturer. If you still wish to install Axkid Bigkid 2 in such seating position the airbag must be switched o according to the vehicle manufacturers instructions. It is important to always check if the vehicle’s indicator light shows that the airbag is turned o. IMPORTANT: Never use on rearward or side facing vehicle seats.

Installing Axkid Bigkid 2 car seat in the vehicle

1. Place the Axkid Bigkid 2 in a suitable forward-facing position equipped ISOFIX connection points. If the vehicle’s

seat back is adjustable, ensure it is in the upright position.

2. Extend the ISOFIX connectors (H) by pushing the ISOFIX adjustment handle (J) and extending the sliders

3. Insert the ISOFIX connectors (H) to the ISOFIX connection point in the car. Make sure that there is a “click” sound

and a green indication on both ISOFIX indicators (H).

4. Push the Axkid Bigkid 2 towards the vehicle seat back until there is no space between the vehicle seat back and the

5. Attach the ASIP (M) by locating the side ASIP attachment (C) on the side of the Axkid Bigkid 2 closest to the vehicle

door. Press the ASIP button (N) and slide it into position.10 Restraining your child in the Axkid Bigkid 2 car seat

6. Place your child in the Axkid Bigkid 2, pull out the vehicle seat belt and slot the shoulder strap through the red

shoulder belt guide (L) nearest the belt attachment. 7. Pull out the vehicle seat belt in front of your child to the vehicle seat buckle. Lock the vehicle seat belt into the buckle ensuring it “CLICKS” into place.

8. Place the lap belt through the red side lap belt side guides (F)

9. Slot the lap belt into the lap belt middle guide (E). Although optional we strongly advise using the middle lap belt

guide. (NOTE: The lap belt middle guide (E) is only available on the Bigkid 2 Premium version) IMPORTANT: Tighten the vehicle seat belt by pulling the diagonal seat belt section, check that all slack has been removed from the vehicle seat belt. Seat adjustments

10. To adjust the height of the Axkid Bigkid 2, squeeze the headrest adjustment handle (K) on the back of the headrest

(A) and move the headrest up or down to one of its positions until the correct height is achieved.

11. The correct height of the headrest is when there is 1 cm between the child’s shoulder and the lower edge of the

headrest (A). Once the right t is found release the handle and check the headrest to ensure it is locked into position.

12. The recline of the Axkid Bigkid 2 backrest can be adjusted to enable dierent sitting positions. Pull the Recline

adjustment handle (G) and pull the seat forward or backward relative to the base. IMPORTANT: NEVER place your child in the Axkid Bigkid 2 whilst it is not tted in a car. The Axkid Bigkid 2 should never be used free-standing as it may tip backwards IMPORTANT: The lap belt is worn low over the hips. Check that the lap belt passes through both red lap belt side guides (F) and the lap belt middle guide (E). Check that the shoulder belt passes through the red shoulder belt guide (L) then diagonally across the child’s chest and through the red lap belt side guide (F) nearest to the seat belt buckle. Finally, check that all slack has been removed from the vehicle seat belt. IMPORTANT: Make sure the seat belt buckle is not wedged or interfering with the lap belt side guides (F)

WARNING: An unoccupied Axkid Bigkid 2 should be secured using a 3-point seat belt or the ISOFIX connectors if

available. IMPORTANT: DO NOT recline the child seat’s backrest beyond the allowable adjustable range. If you hear a loud “click” whilst adjusting the backrest, then you have gone past the allowable range. Reclining the vehicle seat may adversely aect the position of the vehicle seat belt across the child and may result in death or serious injury during a crash. Refer to your vehicle owner’s manual for adjusting the vehicle seat back with child seats. GB11 Removing Axkid Bigkid 2 car seat from your vehicle To remove the Axkid Bigkid 2 from the vehicle, press both ISOFIX buttons to release the Axkid Bigkid 2 from the ISOFX connection points and lift the seat out of the vehicle. To remove the ASIP, push the button on the ASIP and remove. Care and maintenance

• The Axkid Bigkid 2 cover can be removed and washed in a washing machine at 30o C on the “Gentle Cycle” program. Do not put the cover in a dryer as this can damage the cover and the padding may separate from the fabric.

• Removing and retting the seat covers. o Raise the headrest to its highest position to allow for more room to work. o Start with the base cover and remove the elastic loops from their hooks and remove the base cover. o Headrest cover: remove the elastic loops from their hooks and remove the head cover. o Side-wing covers: pull the cover from the top of the wing and then down and o. o Repeat on the other wing. o To ret the seat covers: reverse the above steps. o Visit www.axkid.com to nd videos explaining how to remove and attach the cover.

• Any plastic parts of Axkid Bigkid 2 can be cleaned with mild detergent and water. Do not use aggressive chemicals containing solvents etc., as this can cause damage to the plastic and compromise the safety of the Axkid Bigkid 2.

• All materials used in Axkid Bigkid 2 are recyclable and should be recycled as per your local legislation. Ask your local recycling center for advice when recycling this product.

• Do not make any modications or alterations to Axkid Bigkid 2 other than those described in this instruction manual. Follow the instructions in this manual carefully. Any repairs must be carried out by the manufacturer or agent.

• If the seat cover needs replacing, ensure only original products from Axkid are used. If other products are used, the Axkid Bigkid 2 safety system may be compromised and could lead to severe injury in case of an accident. Warranty Axkid Bigkid 2 is covered by a 24-month warranty from date of purchase. Ensure you save your receipt and bring it to your place of purchase if you have any warranty issues. The warranty does not cover:

• Normal wear and tear

• Damage due to incorrect use, neglect, or accident

• If repairs have been carried out by a third party

• All materials used have a very high UV-resistance rating. However, UV-light is very aggressive and will ultimately lead to fading of the seat cover. This is not covered by our warranty as it is considered normal wear and tear.1212 Komponenten