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USER MANUAL Shyft DualRide Evenflo

Infant Car Seat and Stroller Combination

Owner's Manual

Keep for future use.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury or death, read this owner's manual prior to installing and using this car seat.

© 2022 Evenflo Company, Inc. 25701733 10/22

According to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), car seats and boosters provide protection for infants and children in a crash, yet car crashes are a leading cause of death for children.

To reduce the risk of SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH, read this owner's manual and your vehicle owner's manual before installing and using this child restraint. Using a child restraint makes a big difference. By properly using this child restraint and following these instructions, the instructions on the child restraint, and the instructions that accompany your vehicle, you will greatly reduce the risk of serious injury or death to your child from a crash. Do not be misled by the commonly used term "safety seat"; no restraint system can prevent all injuries in all crashes. Many properly restrained adults and children are injured in motor vehicle crashes, including relatively minor crashes. A properly used child restraint is the best way to minimize injuries to your child and to increase the chances for your child's survival in most crashes.

U.S. REGULATORY NOTICE

This child restraint meets all the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

CANADIAN REGULATORY NOTICE (MODEL NUMBERS ENDING IN "C")

This child restraint meets all the applicable requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard CMVSS 213.1.

Table of Contents

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Child Requirements 7

Premature Infant Use 9

Warnings 12

Registration and Recall Information 30

Motor Vehicle/Aircraft Usage 32

Overview of the Shyft DualRide 33

Product Features and Descriptions 39

INFANT CARRIER MODE

Installing the Convenience Base to the Vehicle 52

Installing the Base with LATCH/UAS 52

Installing the Base with Lap/Shoulder Belt 57

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69

Installing the Infant Carrier with Lap/Shoulder Belt (Preferred) 69

Installing the Infant Carrier with Lap/Shoulder Belt (Alternate) 75

Installing the Infant Carrier with Lap Belt Only. 80

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Installing With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Preferred) 84

Installing With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Alternate) 91

Installing With Lap Belt Only 97

Table of Contents

Installing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame to the Base 102

Removing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame from the Base 103

Aircraft Installation 104

STROLLER MODE

Using the Stroller 110

Unfolding the Stroller 110

Folding the Stroller 112

Operating the Brakes 114

GENERAL INFORMATION

Securing the Child. 115

Changing the Harness Position on the Splitter Plate 120

Changing the Buckle Strip Position 121

Changing the Waist Strap Position 125

Removing the Seat Cover 128

Replacing the Seat Cover 132

Care and Cleaning 135

Proper Disposal 136

Replacement Parts 137

Recording Model Information and Storing Your Instructions 137

Symbol Legend

Air bag Symbol	Alerts you to important information about air bag safety.
LATCH/UAS Symbol	Alerts you to important information about LATCH/UAS safety.
Tether Anchor Symbol	Alerts you to important information about Tether Anchor safety.
Aircraft Symbol	Alerts you to important information about aircraft safety.

Child Requirements

WARNING! DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

This child restraint is designed for use by children in rear-facing orientation only. To use this child restraint properly, children MUST meet the size and age requirements below. In addition, Evenflo recommends consulting with your child's physician before allowing your child to transition from a rear-facing to forward-facing child restraint.

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends keeping children rear-facing for as long as possible, until they reach the maximum height or weight for their child restraint in rear-facing orientation.* Additionally, some states' laws require children to be rear-facing until age 2. Accordingly, you will see this guidance reflected in the Child Requirements on the following pages. Please review any applicable local, state or provincial laws related to child passenger safety before installing and using this Car Seat.

*Pediatrics. 2018;142(4):e20182460

Child Requirements

WEIGHT: 1.4 to 15.8kg (3 to 35 lbs)

HEIGHT: 40 to 81 cm (15.7 to 32 in.) and top of child's head is at least 25 mm (1 in.) below the top of the headrest (see pg. 46).

IMPORTANT: Once your child exceeds any of the size requirements above, you MUST discontinue use of this child restraint.

Premature Infant Use

WARNING! DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

DO NOT use this or any other child restraint with a premature infant until after consulting your infant's clinical team. Premature infants may have difficulty breathing when in a sitting position.

Before using this child restraint for preterm or low birth weight infants, ensure the Child Requirements are met and follow the guidelines in this section.

According to NHTSA, a properly installed Child Restraint reduces the risk of death by over 70% for infants involved in crashes. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 213 establishes design and dynamic performance requirements for Child Restraint systems. However, the standard has no minimum weight limit and does not address the special medical needs of preterm or low birth weight infants. To ensure that preterm and low birth weight infants are transported safely, the guidelines published by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) in Pediatrics 2009;123:1424-1429 (reaffirmed June 2018) must be followed.

Preterm and low birth weight infants are at additional risk of breathing difficulties and heart problems when placed in a Child Restraint. Evenflo requires that the evaluation recommended by the AAP be conducted for all infants born earlier than 37 weeks and all newborn infants who weigh less than 2.26kg (5 lbs) at birth before their first car trip to check for breathing difficulties or heart rate problems when traveling in a rear

Premature Infant Use

facing Child Restraint. Newborn infants should NEVER travel in a forward-facing Child Restraint.

The AAP recommends that appropriate hospital staff observe your infant in the Child Restraint for a period of 90 to 120 minutes or the duration of travel, whichever is longer. This period of observation must be performed with the infant properly positioned as described in these instructions and with the Child Restraint placed at an angle that is approved for use in the vehicle. The hospital staff will check for any breathing difficulties or heart rate problems. Your child's pediatrician will let you know if there are any special considerations for travel. The number of trips and the duration of time the infant is seated in the Child Restraint should be minimized. A caregiver should ride in the back seat to monitor the infant during travel.

You can learn more about the AAP's recommendations as well as other resources for parents and medical professionals, at https://www.healthychildren.org/english/safety-prevention/on-the-go/Pages/default.aspx

Premature Infant Use

Checklist for Premature and Low Birth Weight Infant Use

See "Securing the Child" on pgs. 115 - 127 and take note of the following:

• The Infant Insert is positioned in the car seat and is required for infants between 1.4 - 2.7 kg (3 - 6 lbs).
• The Harness is positioned at or below the infant's shoulders. Remove the harness covers to check for harness strap positioning. Harness covers can be replaced after appropriate harness height is determined.
• There is no gap between the infant and the buckle. If there is a gap, insert a small folded wash cloth between the buckle strap and the infant after the child is fully harnessed.
• Chest clip is positioned at armpit level. Harness covers must be removed if they push the chest clip down below armpit level.
• Harness must be snug.
• Your infant's clinical team must approve of use and fit. Discuss with the clinical team whether your hospital plans to conduct an angle tolerance test prior to discharge. See pgs. 9 - 10 for more details on this testing recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

WARNING!

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

GeneralWarnings

• Failure to follow installation instructions could result in serious injury or death. These instructions, the instructions in your vehicle owner's manual, and the instructions on your child restraint must be followed carefully. If there is a conflict between the two, the vehicle owner's manual regarding child restraint installation must be followed.
• Failure to follow the Child Requirements (pgs. 7 - 8) for use of this child restraint could result in serious injury or death.
• This child restraint MUST ALWAYS face the rear of the vehicle. Serious injury or death can occur.
• Child Restraints should be used only for travel. Potential adverse health effects from excessive use of infant child restraints have been documented. You should limit the time spent each day in a child restraint as much as possible. You must NEVER use your child restraint as a sleeping environment. NEVER leave your infant unattended in a child restraint in or out of the vehicle. NEVER place this child restraint near the edges of counter tops, tables, other high surfaces, or in shopping carts. The child's movements can cause the child restraint to slide and fall.
• NEVER place this child restraint on beds, sofas, or other soft surfaces. The child restraint can roll over on soft surfaces and suffocate the child.

WARNING!

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

GeneralWarnings

• NEVER leave the child in this carrier when the harness straps are loose or undone. Children have STRANGLED in loose or partially buckled harness straps. Fully restrain the child even when the carrier is used outside the vehicle.
• Fall Hazard: The carrier can fall from the shopping cart. Do not use on shopping cart.
• This child restraint 'MUST be securely belted to the vehicle at all times, even when unoccupied. An unsecured child restraint may injure someone if a crash occurs.
• DO NOT use child restraint if it is damaged, broken, or missing parts.
• DO NOT use this restraint if it has been involved in a crash. It must be replaced.
• NEVER use child restraint without the seat pad.
• DO NOT attach additional padding, toys or other devices not made by Evenflo, or described in these instructions, to the child restraint. Items not tested with the child restraint could injure the child.
• Be sure the handle is firmly locked in Infant Carry Mode before lifting the child restraint (see pg. 44).
• ALWAYS place the handle in the appropriate locked position when traveling in a vehicle (see pg. 44).

WARNING!

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

GeneralWarnings

• The Infant Insert (pg. 40) is required for children weighing between 1.4 - 2.7kg (3 - 6 lbs) and optional for children over 2.7kg (6 lbs).
• In hot or sunny weather, ALWAYS check the areas of the child restraint that may contact your child (e.g., buckle, buckle tongues, etc.) for hot areas before placing him/her into the child restraint. The child could be burned. Cover the child restraint with a light colored blanket when you leave the vehicle.
• In cold weather, DO NOT dress the child in bulky clothing like snowsuits if the child is riding in a child restraint. Bulky coats/snowsuits make it difficult to properly tighten the harness to the child, which may allow the child to be ejected from the restraint during a crash. If necessary, place a blanket over the harnessed child without interfering with the child restraint harness system.

Air BagWarnings

• DO NOT place rear-facing child seat on front seat with air bag. DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY can occur. The back seat is the safest place for children 12 and under.
• DO NOT use this child restraint in the front seat of a vehicle equipped with an air bag, unless the air bag has been deactivated. Interaction between a rear-facing restraint and air bags may cause serious injury or death. Air bags may cause

WARNING!

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

Air BagWarnings

serious injury or death to children 12 years of age and under. If your vehicle has an air bag, refer to your vehicle owner's manual for child restraint installation.

• If the rear seat of your vehicle is equipped with side air bags, refer to the following information for proper usage:

Vehicles built prior to the 2002 model year: DO NOT use this restraint in a vehicle seating position equipped with a side air bag unless authorized by the vehicle manufacturer.

Model year 2002 and newer vehicles: Refer to your vehicle owner's manual before placing this restraint in a seating position equipped with a side air bag. DO NOT place any objects between the restraint and the side air bag, as an expanding air bag may cause the items to strike your child.

The forward-facing back seat is the safest place for children 12 and under.

WARNING!

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

LocationWarnings

• ALWAYS read and follow exactly the instructions that accompany your vehicle and child restraint.
• ACCORDING TO ACCIDENT STATISTICS, children are safer when properly restrained in a rear seating position than in a front seating position. Generally, the center rear is safest and should be used if available. Children 12 and under should ride in the back seat of the vehicle.
• If you are unable to use the center rear seating position and have to install this child restraint directly behind a front vehicle seat, ensure that there is at least 38mm (1.5 in) of space between any part of the child restraint and the vehicle seat that is closest to the child's head. This space may be necessary for the child restraint to properly perform in certain types of crashes.
• ONLY use this child restraint on forward-facing vehicle seats. DO NOT use on vehicle seats which face the rear or side.

WARNING!

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

LocationWarnings

• ONLY use this child restraint on vehicle seats with backs that lock into place.
• Some child restraints do not fit all vehicles or all seating locations. There are thousands of combinations of vehicle makes, models, child restraint configurations, seat belt designs and seat cushion shapes. The easiest way to determine whether your child restraint is suitable for a particular seating position is to check for a tight installation. If the child restraint cannot be properly installed, DO NOT use this child restraint. Consult vehicle owner's manual, try a different seating location, or call Evenflo at 1-800-233-5921 (U.S.) or 1-937-773-3971 (Canada).
• VEHICLE TYPES IN WHICH THIS RESTRAINT SYSTEM CAN NOT BE USED: This child restraint is not to be used in vehicles that do not have vehicle seat belts or UAS lower anchorages.
• NEVER use this child restraint on boats, low speed vehicles (LSV), all-terrain vehicles (ATV), golf carts, or any other non-certified application.

WARNING!

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

Seat BeltWarnings

• ALWAYS read your vehicle owner's manual to determine what vehicle belts and retractors are used in your vehicle belt. The vehicle belt MUST lock and MUST NOT loosen after the seat belt is tightened.
• DO NOT use this child restraint if it moves more than 2.5cm (1 in.) side to side or front to back at the rear-facing belt path on the child restraint. Serious injury or death may result from poor installation. If you cannot tightly secure the child restraint, try again or move it to another location.
• DO NOT use this child restraint in a seating position with door-mounted seat belts.
• DO NOT use this child restraint in a vehicle with seat belts that automatically move along the vehicle frame when the door is opened. These seat belts will not hold a child restraint properly.

WARNING!

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

Seat BeltWarnings

• DO NOT use this child restraint in a vehicle equipped with lap belts that only lock during a sudden stop or crash (emergency locking retractor - ELR). You must use a seating location with a locking seat belt. Check your vehicle owner's manual to see if you have lap belts with ELRs.
• DO NOT use on vehicle seats with lap only belts when both portions of the belt are positioned forward of the seat crease.
• DO NOT use with lap/shoulder belts with two retractors. If the vehicle seat belts are not routed and fastened correctly, the child restraint may not protect the child in a crash.
• DONOT use with inflatable seat belts.

WARNING!

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

Seat BeltWarnings

• If the vehicle seat belts are not routed and fastened correctly, the child restraint may not protect the child in a crash.
• Check your vehicle owner's manual to determine how to lock your seat belt for child restraint installation. The seat belt must be locked to properly secure the child restraint.
• DO NOT allow the vehicle seat belt release button to touch the child restraint. Accidental contact may cause the seat belt to release. If necessary, turn the seat belt release button away from the child restraint or move the child restraint to a different location.
• This child restraint must be securely belted to the vehicle, even when it is unoccupied, since in a crash an unsecured child restraint system may injure other occupants.
• Fold-down armrests could pose a hazard to a rear-facing child in certain types of collisions. Consult your vehicle owner's manual before installing any rear-facing child restraint in front of a fold-down armrest.
• The headrest on the vehicle seat that the child faces should be placed in the lowest position. The vehicle seat back that the child faces must be fully padded and free of any hard objects.

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

Seat BeltWarnings

If you have any of these types of vehicle belt systems listed, these are SAFE to use to install your child restraint in the vehicle. Review vehicle owner's manual for specific instructions on child restraint installation.

LATCH/UAS can be used IN PLACE OF these vehicle belt types. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual for LATCH/UAS locations.

Lap Belt with Locking Latch Plate

Once buckled, the vehicle belt is tightened by pulling on the free end of the strap until the belt is tight.

Free end

Lap Belt with Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)

The automatic locking retractor does not allow the lap belt to get longer once it is buckled. The vehicle belt is tightened by feeding seat belt webbing into retractor.

WARNING!

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

Seat BeltWarnings

Lap/Shoulder Belt with Locking Latch Plate

The lap portion of this belt does not loosen once the belt is buckled.

The vehicle belt is tightened by pulling up hard on shoulder belt and feeding the extra webbing into the retractor.

Lap/Shoulder Belt with Sliding Latch Plate with Locking Retractor

The latch plate slides freely along the lap/shoulder belt. Vehicle belts with sliding latch plates are typically locked at the shoulder belt retractor by buckling the belt and pulling all of the webbing out slowly to switch the retractor.

In most vehicles, you can switch your shoulder belt retractor into locking mode by pulling shoulder belt all the way out and letting it rewind into the retractor. Pull on shoulder belt to make sure it is locking.

WARNING!

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

Seat BeltWarnings

Remove Locking Clip from vehicle seat belt when not used with a Car Seat, or the vehicle seat belt will not properly restrain an adult or child. Death or serious injury can occur.

LOCKING CLIP USE

• If your vehicle is model year 1996 or newer, it likely has a vehicle belt system that can be locked when tightened, and will not require use of a Locking Clip.
• If your vehicle was built prior to model year 1996, and has a lap/shoulder belt that is equipped with an emergency locking retractor (ELR) AND sliding latch plate, you MUST use a Locking Clip.

Check your vehicle owner's manual to identify which vehicle belt system is in your vehicle and contact ParentLink to obtain a Locking Clip and instructions on how to install and use it. Consult your vehicle owner's manual before installing a locking clip.

WARNING!

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

LATCH/UASWarnings

LATCH and UAS are acronyms for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (USA) and Universal Anchorage System (Canada), and refer to a pair of fixed Lower Anchors (or bars) and a Top Tether Anchor that are built into your vehicle, in vehicles built after September 1, 2002. Your vehicle owner's manual may also refer to this system as ISOFIX or Lower Universal Anchorage System (LUAS).

The lower LATCH/UAS anchors are located in the crease, or bight, between the vehicle seat back and seat cushion, and if not visible, will typically be indicated by the symbol. Top Tether Anchors are located in various places behind the rear vehicle seat.

WARNING!

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

LATCH/UASWarnings

Center installation in a non-standard LATCH/UAS position:

Center installation of this child restraint is permitted using inner Lower Anchor Bars from the outside seating positions if:

1. Your vehicle manual allows such installation; and
2. The inner Lower Anchor Bars from the outside seating positions are 28 - 51 cm (11 - 20 in) apart.

This Car Seat can be safely installed using either LATCH/UAS or vehicle belts and meets the requirements of Federal Safety Standard FMVSS 213 and Canadian Safety Standard CMVSS 213 with either installation method. Either method is safe for your child when installed correctly. When using either method with harness:

• DO NOT install this Car Seat with LATCH/UAS and the vehicle's seat belts at the same time.
• The LATCH/UAS system is intended to be used ONLY as described in these instructions. Refer to your vehicle Owner's Manual for lower anchor bar positions in your vehicle. In addition to these instructions, read and follow your

WARNING!

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

LATCH/UASWarnings

vehicle owner's manual regarding installation of the child restraint and LATCH/ UAS. If there is a discrepancy, follow your vehicle owner's manual.

• ONLY use for securing convenience base to vehicle lower anchor bars.
• NEVER attach two lower anchor connectors to one vehicle lower anchor bar.
• NEVER use the vehicle seat belts when using the lower anchor connector assembly. Using both together can cause slack in a sudden stop or crash.
• When not in use, the lower anchor connector assembly should be securely stored in the storage area located in the convenience base. Keep out of reach of children.
• ALWAYS be sure that the lower anchor connectors are attached to the vehicle lower anchor bars by pulling hard on the lower anchor connectors. If they are not attached, the lower anchor connector assembly will not secure your child restraint.
• To avoid strangulation, you MUST store the unused LATCH/UAS straps. Roll or fold the excess LATCH/UAS strap and secure with a rubber band to prevent serious injury to vehicle occupants.
• DO NOT use this child restraint if it moves more than 2.5cm (1 in) side to side or front to back at the belt path on the child restraint. If you cannot tightly secure the child restraint, try again or move it to another location.

WARNING!

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

StrollerWarnings

• The Shyft DualRide stroller frame is ONLY designed for use with the Shyft Dualride infant car seat. To ensure safety for your baby, please refer to these instructions for the use of your product and keep all instructions available for reference.
• DO NOT USE with any infant car seat that is not specified in these instructions. Use of this stroller with an incompatible infant car seat may result in serious injury to your child.
• Adult assembly required. Take care when unpacking and assembling; contains small parts and some items with sharp edges.
• The stroller is intended for use with one child and to accommodate only the additional weights in storage as listed in these instructions. DO NOT carry additional children, goods, or accessories in or on this stroller except as advised in these instructions.
• To avoid stroller instability and tip-overs, DO NOT load Cupholder with over 0.45kg (1 lb), and the Carry-All Bag (if equipped) with over 3.2kg (7 lbs).
• NEVER leave stroller on a hill or incline, even with Brakes set. Stroller may tip, injuring the child.
• DO NOT hang items on handle bar or place them on the Canopy as they can tip stroller over and injure child.

WARNING!

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

StrollerWarnings

• Be sure stroller is fully assembled and locked in unfolded position before using.
• Care must be taken when folding or unfolding stroller to prevent finger injury to you or your child in hinge areas. Make sure child is not in the seat or near the stroller when folding or unfolding.
• When making adjustments to the stroller, ALWAYS ensure that all parts of the child's body are clear of any moving parts of the stroller.
  DO NOT use stroller if any parts are missing or broken.
• To prevent a possible choking hazard, remove and discard packing material before using this product.
• NEVER leave child unattended. ALWAYS keep child in view while in the stroller.
  DO NOT roll stroller on stairs or escalators with child in it.
• To avoid accidental rolling, ALWAYS set Brakes when stroller is not being pushed.
• ALWAYS exercise care when going over curbs or steps, and never use stroller for anything other than transporting your child. Push stroller at a normal walking pace only; faster strolling can cause a loss of control and injury to the child.
  DO NOT place hot liquids in Cupholder. Spills can burn you or your child.
• The Cup Holder is ONLY for use in Stroller Mode. ALWAYS remove the Cup Holder when not in Stroller Mode.
• DO NOT allow child to climb on, into, out of, or around stroller.

WARNING!

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

StrollerWarnings

• To avoid serious injury from child falling or slipping out of stroller, ALWAYS use the internal harness system.

• AVOID STRANGULATION:

• DO NOT suspend strings or toys from the Canopy.

• DO NOT place stroller anywhere near cords from window blinds, draperies, phone, etc.

• 'DO NOT place items with a string around your child's neck such as hood strings or pacifier cords.

• NEVER use the stroller frame without the infant car seat attached.

• The Canopy is NOT intended to provide UV protection.
• TO AVOID FALLS, ALWAYS make sure the infant car seat is securely attached to the Stroller Frame before placing child in the seat. If unable to securely attach the infant car seat to this stroller, contact 1-800-233-5921 (U.S.) or 937-773-3971 (Canada).

Registration and Recall Information

Recall Information for US Customers

• Child Restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register this restraint to be reached in a recall. Send your name, address, email address if available, and the restraint's model number and manufacturing date to:

Evenflo Company, Inc.

1801 Commerce Dr.

Piqua, OH 45356

or call 1-800-233-5921

or register online at

www.evenflo.com/registercarseat

Consumer: Just fill in your name and address and e-mail address. Your Name
Your Street Address
City	State	Zip Code
E-mail Address

• For recall information, call the U.S. Government's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY:1-800-424-9153) or go to http://www.NHTSA.gov.

For information on the Evenflo warranty for your specific product, please go to www.evenflo.com/warranty

Registration and Recall Information

Public Notice for Canadian Customers

• 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:

Evenflo Company, Inc.
1801 Commerce Dr.
Piqua, OH 45356

or call 937-773-3971

or register online at: www.evenflo.com/registercarseatcanada

• For public notice information, call Transport Canada at 1-800-333-0510 (1-613-993-9851 in Ottawa region).

For information on the Evenflo warranty for your specific product, please go to www.evenflo.com/warranty

Motor Vehicle/Aircraft Usage

Regulatory Notice: This Child Restraint system meets all applicable requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 213 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) 213.1.

When used with the internal harness and properly installed pursuant to these instructions, this restraint is certified for use only in passenger and multi-purpose passenger motor vehicles, buses and trucks equipped with either lap belts only or lap/shoulder belt systems, and in aircraft if used with the stroller frame (see pgs. 84 - 101).

Check with your airline before departure to make sure this restraint meets all requirements, including a minimum 45.7 cm (18 in) aisle width for use in stroller mode and a minimum 45.7 cm (18 in) seat width for aircraft installation. Once confirmed, see pgs. 104 - 109 for complete instructions on installing your child restraint in aircraft.

Overview of the Shyft DualRide

Infant Carrier Front View

Overview of the Shyft DualRide

Infant Carrier Rear View

Overview of the Shyft DualRide

Convenience Base Top View

Overview of the Shyft DualRide

Convenience Base Side View

Overview of the Shyft DualRide

Stroller Parent View

Overview of the Shyft DualRide

Stroller Front View

Product Features and Descriptions

Carry-All Bag*

The Carry-All Bag can be easily installed and removed for use as a carry bag capable of holding up to 3.2kg (7 lbs). It has a mesh panel to easily locate items inside the bag and can be opened and closed using the two zippers and/or magnets** on either side of the bag.

To install:

1. Attach handle loops around belt path guides and tuck plastic tabs into channel.
2. Secure two hook-and-loop fasteners at bottom of bag around wheel axle as shown.
3. Adjust rear of bag up under stroller frame.

NOTE: Some styles may have a zipper on the back of the bag that must be opened before completing this step.

• Not available on all models | ** Styles may vary.

Product Features and Descriptions

Adjustable Buckle Strap

The Shyft DualRide infant carrier has three buckle slots and ships with the Adjustable Buckle Strap in the middle positionto fit an average-sized newborn.

The Adjustable Buckle Strap should ALWAYS be as close to but NEVER underneath your child's bottom.

As your child grows, see pages 121 - 124 to change the Buckle Strap position.

Infant Insert

The Infant Insert is required for children weighing 1.4 - 2.7kg (3 - 6 lbs) and optional for children over 2.7kg (6 lbs). When placed in the infant carrier, the Infant Insert helps provide additional support for your child.

Product Features and Descriptions

Canopy

The Shyft DualRide Canopy can be opened to multiple positions. To extend, pull the tab located at the front of the Canopy as shown, and, to retract, gently push back to its original position.

NOTE: You may need to push the canopy slightly to go underneath the carrier handle.

Some canopies are equipped with a zipper that allows the user to open it even wider than a standard canopy. These models are also equipped with a peekaboo window to allow the parent to check on their child at any time.

Product Features and Descriptions

Handle Positions

The Carry Handle has three locked positions:

1. Stroller Mode
2. Infant Carry Mode
3. Storage

When traveling in a vehicle, the carry handle MUST be in:

United States - ANY locked position.
- Canada - Stroller Mode Only.

To rotate the handle, squeeze BOTH Handle Rotation Buttons at the same time while moving the handle between positions.

Product Features and Descriptions

Harness Adjustment

Loosen Harness Straps by firmly pressing down the Harness Adjustment Button A while pulling forward on both straps B at shoulder level. Pull the Adjuster Strap C to tighten the Harness Straps.

NOTE: There are two positions on the rear of the harness straps: a top loop for newborn use and a bottom loop for use as your child grows. The top loop should only be used if needed for shortening the straps to fully tighten the harness around a smaller infant.

To change the harness position, see pg. 120.

Product Features and Descriptions

Harness Buckle

To release Buckle Tongues, firmly press red button on Harness Buckle and pull tongues out.

To fasten, insert each Tongue into Buckle, listening for an audible Click. Pull on each to verify a secure connection.

Check that the Buckle functions properly and is kept free of dirt and debris. For cleaning, see pg. 135.

Product Features and Descriptions

Harness Covers

Install optional Harness Covers above Chest Clip for added comfort. Wrap Harness Covers around Harness Straps and attach hook-and-loop strips as shown.

Always check that the Harness Covers DO NOT bunch up when tightening the harness.

NOTE: Harness covers should be removed if they interfere with proper chest clip placement on a smaller infant.

Product Features and Descriptions

Height Adjustable Headrest

The infant carrier has a Headrest that automatically adjusts harness height without the need to re-thread it. To adjust, loosen harness, lift the Headrest Height Adjustment Handle at the top of the Headrest, and move to one of the eight locked positions so the Harness Straps are AT OR JUST BELOW the child's shoulders.

NOTE: Regularly check for proper harness height as your child grows.

Product Features and Descriptions

Lower Anchor Connectors

The Shyft DualRide is equipped with Quick Connect Lower Anchor Connectors.

Follow the instructions in this section to properly store the Lower Anchor Connectors on your infant carrier.

Removing the Lower Anchor Connector

The Quick Connect Lower Anchor Connectors are stored on the underside of the base. To remove the Quick Connect Lower Anchor Connectors from storage or from your vehicle LATCH/UAS anchors, pull the red release strap on each of the connectors.

Product Features and Descriptions

Lower Anchor Connectors

Loosening the Lower Anchor Strap

To loosen the Lower Anchor Connector, press the Adjuster button and pull to lengthen the strap.

Using or Storing the Lower Anchor Connector

Lower Anchor Connectors MUST be stored when not in use. To use the Lower Anchor Connectors, push the Connectors onto the vehicle LATCH/ UAS bars. To store, insert into the slots on the underside of the base until you hear an audible CLICK. The connectors will engage automatically.

Product Features and Descriptions

Parent Cup Holder

The Parent Cup Holder is attached to the handle of the Shyft Dualride using a cup holder clip that can be installed on either side of the handle. To attach the clip, slide it onto the handle as shown and move it up or down until it locks into place. The clip should not move when locked.

To attach the Cup Holder to the clip (in Stroller Mode ONLY), slide it down onto the clip as shown. To remove, press the tab and slide up. Always remove the Cup Holder from the clip when not in Stroller Mode.

To remove the cup holder clip, put one finger on tab at bottom of clip and pull off.

Product Features and Descriptions

SensorSafe™ Chest Clip

The Shyft DualRide is equipped with a SensorSafe chest clip that works with the SensorSafe

mobile app available at The Apple App Store® or Google Play™.

While your eyes are focused on the road, integrated SensorSafe technology alerts you in real-time to four potentially unsafe conditions from your child's car seat via your phone:

• unexpected chest clip unbuckling
  temperature too hot or too cold in the car
• child unattended in the car

• child seated too long.

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To open the SensorSafe Chest Clip, push button and pull apart.

To fasten, slide the two pieces together until an audible CLICK is heard.

Always position the center of the SensorSafe Chest Clip even with the child's armpits.

SensorSafe® Technology Questions? Comments?

See the SensorSafe Mobile App User Guide included with your product or contact Parentlink at 1-800-233-5921 (U.S.) or 937-773-3971 (Canada).

Product Features and Descriptions

Wheel Wells

The wheel wells are optional for use on the Infant Car Seat base and provide extra protection for your vehicle upholstery.

To install the wheel wells to the base:

• Line up tabs on side of wheel well with slots on side of base.
• Push wheel well straight down until you hear a CLICK.

NOTE: Ensure that the seat belt buckle stalk does not interfere with wheel well installation.

To remove the wheel wells, push the button on the inside surface of the wheel well and lift up.

Installing the Convenience Base to the Vehicle

Installing the Base with LATCH/UAS

Before installing the base, make sure:

• the vehicle is on level ground.

• the wheel wells (pg. 51) are installed if being used.

• Remove the LATCH/UAS connectors from their storage location under base (see pg. 47), then place the base on the vehicle seat.

• Pull Recline Foot Release Handle on base to raise or lower the 5-position recline adjustment foot until the bubble is in the blue zone on the recline indicator (pg. 119).

Installing the Convenience Base to the Vehicle

Installing the Base with LATCH/UAS

1. Squeeze the handle on the LockStrong arm and pull up to open.

1. Attach the LATCH/UAS connectors to the vehicle lower anchor bars. Connectors will make an audible CLICK when attached. Make sure they are attached by pulling firmly on connectors.

Installing the Convenience Base to the Vehicle

Installing the Base with LATCH/UAS

1. The vehicle lower anchors must be as tight as possible. Using your full weight, push the base firmly into the vehicle seat as you tighten the lower anchors.
2. Tension LATCH/UAS strap by pulling on loop until snug.
3. After tightening LATCH/UAS, place any excess LATCH/UAS connector back through belt path opening. DO NOT route it back under the LockStrong arm.

Installing the Convenience Base to the Vehicle

Installing the Base with LATCH/UAS

1. Apply pressure to fully close the LockStrong arm. The lock indicator will turn GREEN and an audible Click will sound when fully closed.

NOTE: If LockStrong arm does not fully close (lock indicator still RED), loosen the LATCH/UAS strap slightly and try closing the LockStrong arm again.

Installing the Convenience Base to the Vehicle

Installing the Base with LATCH/UAS

1. Grab base near belt path and pull side to side and front to back to make sure base is installed tightly. Base should not move more than 2.5cm (1 in) side to side or front to back at the belt path.

If base moves more than 2.5 cm (1 in), open LockStrong arm, tighten LATCH/UAS strap a little more, and try again. If base still moves too much, you may need to try a different vehicle seat location, installation method, or both.

Installing the Convenience Base to the Vehicle

Installing the Base with Lap/Shoulder Belt

Before installing the base, make sure:

• the vehicle is on level ground.
• the wheel wells (pg. 51) are installed if being used.

• the LATCH/UAS connectors are properly stored (see pg. 48).

• Place the base on the vehicle seat.

• Pull Recline Foot Release Handle on base to raise or lower the 5-position recline adjustment foot until the bubble is in the blue zone on the recline indicator (pg. 119).

Installing the Convenience Base to the Vehicle

Installing the Base with Lap/Shoulder Belt

1. Squeeze the handle on the LockStrong arm and pull up to open.
2. Route lap/shoulder belt through belt path opening on shoulder belt side of base and feed through opposite belt path opening. BUCKLE THE BELT.

Installing the Convenience Base to the Vehicle

Installing the Base with Lap/Shoulder Belt

1. The vehicle seat belt must be as tight as possible. Using your full weight, push the base firmly into the vehicle seat as you tighten the vehicle seat belt.
2. Secure lap and shoulder portions of belt in blue belt path guide, then pull up on shoulder belt from center of base to remove slack.

Installing the Convenience Base to the Vehicle

Installing the Base with Lap/Shoulder Belt

1. Apply pressure to fully close the LockStrong arm. The lock indicator will turn GREEN and an audible CLICK will sound when fully closed.

NOTE: If LockStrong arm does not fully close (lock indicator still RED), loosen the lap/shoulder belt slightly and try closing the LockStrong arm again.

NEVER place any part of vehicle belt over LockStrong arm, even in a vehicle with longer buckle stalks. This will prevent proper operation of the car seat.

Installing the Convenience Base to the Vehicle

Installing the Base with Lap/Shoulder Belt

Some vehicle lap/shoulder belts have a plastic button or extra fold of webbing on the belt. Do not allow these to interfere with belt routing through LockStrong arm. If they interfere:

a. Shift base slightly to the left or right to eliminate interference.
b. Use LATCH/UAS, or
c. Move the infant car seat to a different location.

Installing the Convenience Base to the Vehicle

Installing the Base with Lap/Shoulder Belt

1. Grab base near belt path and pull side to side and front to back to make sure base is installed tightly. Base should not move more than 2.5 cm (1 in) side to side or front to back at the belt path.

If base moves more than 2.5 ~cm

(1 in), open LockStrong arm, tighten vehicle belt a little more, and try again. If base still moves too much, you may need to try a different vehicle seat location, installation method, or both.

Installing the Convenience Base to the Vehicle

Installing the Base with Lap/Shoulder Belt

1. Lock the seat belt. In most vehicles, you can switch your shoulder belt retractor into locking mode by pulling shoulder belt all the way out and letting it rewind into the retractor. Pull on shoulder belt to make sure it is locking.

NEVER install this base using a non-locking vehicle lap/shoulder belt.

NOTE: A locking clip may be needed (see pg. 23). Refer to your vehicle owner's manual for information.

Installing the Convenience Base to the Vehicle

Installing the Base with Lap Belt Only

Before installing the base, make sure:

• the vehicle is on level ground.
• the wheel wells (pg. 51) are installed if being used.

• the LATCH/UAS connectors are properly stored (see pg. 48).

• Place the base on the vehicle seat.

• Pull Recline Foot Release Handle on base to raise or lower the 5-position recline adjustment foot until the bubble is in the blue zone on the recline indicator (pg. 119).

Installing the Convenience Base to the Vehicle

Installing the Base with Lap Belt Only

1. Squeeze the handle on the LockStrong arm and pull up to open.
2. Route lap belt through belt path openings on base. BUCKLE THE BELT.
3. The vehicle seat belt must be as tight as possible. Using your full weight, push the base firmly into the vehicle seat as you tighten the vehicle seat belt.

Installing the Convenience Base to the Vehicle

Installing the Base with Lap Belt Only

1. Secure lap belt in blue belt path guide, then pull up on free end of belt to remove slack.

1. After tightening lap belt, secure the free end of the lap belt back through the belt path opening.

Installing the Convenience Base to the Vehicle

Installing the Base with Lap Belt Only

1. Apply pressure to fully close the LockStrong arm. The lock indicator will turn GREEN when fully closed.

NOTE: If LockStrong arm does not fully close (lock indicator still RED), loosen the lap belt slightly and try closing the LockStrong arm again.

NEVER place any part of vehicle belt over LockStrong arm, even in a vehicle with longer buckle stalks. This will prevent proper operation of the car seat.

Installing the Convenience Base to the Vehicle

Installing the Base with Lap Belt Only

1. Grab base near belt path and pull side to side and front to back to make sure base is installed tightly. Base should not move more than 2.5 cm (1 in) side to side or front to back at the belt path.

If base moves more than 2.5cm

(1 in), open LockStrong arm, tighten vehicle belt a little more, and try again. If base still moves too much, you may need to try a different vehicle seat location, installation method, or both.

Installing the Infant Carrier Only to the Vehicle

Installing the Infant Carrier with Lap/Shoulder Belt (Preferred)

WARNING! DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

• NEVER install this child restraint using a non-locking vehicle lap/shoulder belt. A locking clip must be used with a vehicle belt that DOES NOT LOCK. Call ParentLink at 1-800-233-5921 (U.S.) or 937-773-3971 (Canada) to obtain a locking clip.
• ALWAYS place the handle in the appropriate locked position when traveling in a vehicle (see pg. 44).

Before installing the infant carrier, make sure the vehicle is on level ground.

1. Position the infant carrier on a rear vehicle seat with the infant carrier rear-facing.

Installing the Infant Carrier Only to the Vehicle

Installing the Infant Carrier With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Preferred)

1. Route only the vehicle lap belt through the infant carrier belt guides and BUCKLE THE BELT.

1. Lift shoulder belt over handle and around infant carrier. Slide shoulder belt into rear shoulder belt guide.

Installing the Infant Carrier Only to the Vehicle

Installing the Infant Carrier With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Preferred)

1. LOCK vehicle lap/shoulder belt.

Refer to vehicle owner's manual for how vehicle lap/shoulder belt locks.

In many vehicles, you can switch the shoulder belt retractor into locking mode by pulling the shoulder belt out all the way.

Check the vehicle owner's manual to see how your system locks.

To check if the vehicle belt is locked, after you install the infant carrier, pull up firmly on the lap belt between the belt guides. The belt should remain tight if the vehicle system is locked.

Installing the Infant Carrier Only to the Vehicle

Installing the Infant Carrier With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Preferred)

1. Push infant carrier firmly into vehicle seat pressing down near the buckle strap between the child's legs while removing slack from lap belt. Repeat for shoulder belt.
2. Make sure that vehicle belt buckle and hardware DO NOT INTERFERE with the infant carrier.

Installing the Infant Carrier Only to the Vehicle

Installing the Infant Carrier With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Preferred)

1. Check the recline angle. Adjust the seat angle until the level line on the infant carrier (pg. 118) is level with the ground. A tightly rolled towel or pool noodle may be placed under the infant carrier, near the vehicle seat back to adjust the angle, if necessary.

Installing the Infant Carrier Only to the Vehicle

Installing the Infant Carrier With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Preferred)

1. Grab the infant carrier at the belt guides and pull from side to side and front to back to make sure it is installed correctly. The infant carrier should not move more than 2.5cm (1 in) in any direction.

If the infant carrier moves too much, tighten the vehicle belts more and recheck. You may try a different vehicle seat or installation method, or both.

Installing the Infant Carrier Only to the Vehicle

Installing the Infant Carrier with Lap/Shoulder Belt (Alternate)

Use this alternate installation method only when the preferred method found on page 69 does not work with your vehicle Lap/Shoulder belts.

WARNING!

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

• NEVER install this child restraint using a non-locking vehicle lap/shoulder belt. A locking clip must be used with a vehicle belt that DOES NOT LOCK. Call ParentLink at 1-800-233-5921 (U.S.) or 937-773-3971 (Canada) to obtain a locking clip.
• ALWAYS place the handle in the appropriate locked position when traveling in a vehicle (see pg. 44).

Before installing the infant carrier, make sure the vehicle is on level ground.

1. Position the infant carrier on a rear vehicle seat with the infant carrier rear-facing.

Installing the Infant Carrier Only to the Vehicle

Installing the Infant Carrier With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Alternate)

1. Route only the vehicle lap belt through the infant carrier belt guides and BUCKLE THE BELT.

2. LOCK vehicle lap/shoulder belt. Refer to vehicle owner's manual for how vehicle lap/shoulder belt locks. In many vehicles, you can switch the shoulder belt retractor into locking mode by pulling the shoulder belt out all the way. Check the vehicle owner's manual to see how your system locks.

To check if the vehicle belt is locked, after you install the infant carrier, pull up firmly on the lap belt between the belt guides. The belt should remain tight if the vehicle system is locked.

Installing the Infant Carrier Only to the Vehicle

Installing the Infant Carrier With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Alternate)

1. Push infant carrier firmly into vehicle seat pressing down near the buckle strap between the child's legs while removing slack from lap belt. Repeat for shoulder belt.
2. Make sure that vehicle belt buckle and hardware DO NOT INTERFERE with the infant carrier.

Installing the Infant Carrier Only to the Vehicle

Installing the Infant Carrier With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Alternate)

1. Check the recline angle. Adjust the seat angle until the level line on the infant carrier is level with the ground. A tightly rolled towel or pool noodle may be placed under the infant carrier, near the vehicle seat back to adjust the angle, if necessary.

Installing the Infant Carrier Only to the Vehicle

Installing the Infant Carrier With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Alternate)

1. Grab the infant carrier at the belt guides and pull from side to side and front to back to make sure it is installed correctly. The infant carrier should not move more than 2.5 cm (1 in) in any direction.

If the infant carrier moves too much, tighten the vehicle belts more and recheck. You may try a different vehicle seat or installation method, or both.

Installing the Infant Carrier Only to the Vehicle

Installing the Infant Carrier with Lap Belt Only

WARNING! DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

ALWAYS place the handle in the appropriate locked position when traveling in a vehicle (see pg. 44).

Before installing the infant carrier, make sure the vehicle is on level ground.

1. Position the infant carrier on a rear vehicle seat with the infant carrier rear-facing.

Installing the Infant Carrier Only to the Vehicle

Installing the Infant Carrier With Lap Belt Only

1. Route the vehicle lap belt through the infant carrier belt guides and BUCKLE THE BELT.
2. Push Infant Carrier firmly into vehicle seat, pressing down near the buckle strap between the child's legs, while removing slack from the lap belt.
3. If necessary, tuck the loose end of the lap belt out of the way.

Installing the Infant Carrier Only to the Vehicle

Installing the Infant Carrier With Lap Belt Only

1. Check the recline angle. Adjust the seat angle until the level line on the infant carrier is level with the ground. A tightly rolled towel or pool noodle may be placed under the infant carrier, near the vehicle seat back to adjust the angle, if necessary.

Installing the Infant Carrier Only to the Vehicle

Installing the Infant Carrier With Lap Belt Only

1. Grab the infant carrier at the belt guides and pull from side to side and front to back to make sure it is installed correctly. The infant carrier should not move more than 2.5 cm (1 in) in any direction.

If the infant carrier moves too much, tighten the vehicle belts more and recheck. You may try a different vehicle seat or installation method, or both.

Installing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame to the Vehicle

Installing With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Preferred)

WARNING! DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

• NEVER install this child restraint using a non-locking vehicle lap/shoulder belt. A locking clip must be used with a vehicle belt that DOES NOT LOCK. Call ParentLink at 1-800-233-5921 (U.S.) or 937-773-3971 (Canada) to obtain a locking clip.
• ALWAYS place the handle in the appropriate locked position when traveling in a vehicle (see pg. 44).

Before installing the infant carrier and stroller frame:

Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
Make sure the stroller is properly folded (see pg. 112).

1. Remove the rear wheels from the stroller by pushing the button in the center of the wheel and pulling out.

Installing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame to the Vehicle

Installing With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Preferred)

1. Place the rear wheels in the two holes located on the bottom of the infant carrier, then pull down on wheels to check they are secure.

1. Position the infant carrier on a rear vehicle seat with the infant carrier rear-facing.

Installing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame to the Vehicle

Installing With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Preferred)

1. Route only the vehicle lap belt through the infant carrier belt guides and BUCKLE THE BELT.

1. Lift shoulder belt over handle and around infant carrier. Slide shoulder belt into rear shoulder belt guide.

Installing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame to the Vehicle

Installing With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Preferred)

1. LOCK vehicle lap/shoulder belt.

Refer to vehicle owner's manual for how vehicle lap/shoulder belt locks.

In many vehicles, you can switch the shoulder belt retractor into locking mode by pulling the shoulder belt out all the way.

Check the vehicle owner's manual to see how your system locks.

To check if the vehicle belt is locked, after you install the infant carrier, pull up firmly on the lap belt between the belt guides. The belt should remain tight if the vehicle system is locked.

Installing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame to the Vehicle

Installing With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Preferred)

1. Push infant carrier firmly into vehicle seat pressing down near the buckle strap between the child's legs while removing slack from lap belt. Repeat for shoulder belt.
2. Make sure that vehicle belt buckle and hardware DO NOT INTERFERE with the infant carrier.

Installing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame to the Vehicle

Installing With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Preferred)

1. Check the recline angle. Adjust the seat angle until the level line on the infant carrier is level with the ground. A tightly rolled towel or pool noodle may be placed under the infant carrier, near the vehicle seat back to adjust the angle, if necessary.

Installing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame to the Vehicle

Installing With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Preferred)

1. Grab the infant carrier at the belt guides and pull from side to side and front to back to make sure it is installed correctly. The infant carrier should not move more than 2.5cm (1 in) in any direction.

If the infant carrier moves too much, tighten the vehicle belts more and recheck. You may try a different vehicle seat or installation method, or both.

Installing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame to the Vehicle

Installing With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Alternate)

Use this alternate installation method only when the preferred method found on page 84 does not work with your vehicle Lap/Shoulder belts.

WARNING!

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

• NEVER install this child restraint using a non-locking vehicle lap/shoulder belt. A locking clip must be used with a vehicle belt that DOES NOT LOCK. Call ParentLink at 1-800-233-5921 (U.S.) or 937-773-3971 (Canada) to obtain a locking clip.
• ALWAYS place the handle in the appropriate locked position when traveling in a vehicle (see pg. 44).

Before installing the infant carrier and stroller frame:

• Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
  Make sure the stroller is properly folded (see pg. 112).

• Remove the rear wheels from the stroller by pushing the button in the center of the wheel and pulling out.

Installing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame to the Vehicle

Installing With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Alternate)

1. Place the rear wheels in the two holes located on the bottom of the infant carrier, then pull down on wheels to check they are secure.

1. Position the infant carrier on a rear vehicle seat with the infant carrier rear-facing.

Installing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame to the Vehicle

Installing With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Alternate)

1. Route only the vehicle lap belt through the infant carrier belt guides and BUCKLE THE BELT.
2. LOCK vehicle lap/shoulder belt. Refer to vehicle owner's manual for how vehicle lap/shoulder belt locks.

In many vehicles, you can switch the shoulder belt retractor into locking mode by pulling the shoulder belt out all the way. Check the vehicle owner's manual to see how your system locks.

To check if the vehicle belt is locked, after you install the infant carrier, pull up firmly on the lap belt between the belt guides. The belt should remain tight if the vehicle system is locked.

Installing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame to the Vehicle

Installing With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Alternate)

1. Push infant carrier firmly into vehicle seat pressing down near the buckle strap between the child's legs while removing slack from lap belt. Repeat for shoulder belt.
2. Make sure that vehicle belt buckle and hardware DO NOT INTERFERE with the infant carrier.

Installing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame to the Vehicle

Installing With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Alternate)

1. Check the recline angle. Adjust the seat angle until the level line on the infant carrier is level with the ground. A tightly rolled towel or pool noodle may be placed under the infant carrier, near the vehicle seat back to adjust the angle, if necessary.

Installing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame to the Vehicle

Installing With Lap/Shoulder Belt (Alternate)

1. Grab the infant carrier at the belt guides and pull from side to side and front to back to make sure it is installed correctly. The infant carrier should not move more than 2.5 cm (1 in) in any direction.

If the infant carrier moves too much, tighten the vehicle belts more and recheck. You may try a different vehicle seat or installation method, or both.

Installing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame to the Vehicle

Installing With Lap Belt Only

WARNING! DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

ALWAYS place the handle in the appropriate locked position when traveling in a vehicle (see pg. 44).

Before installing the infant carrier and stroller frame:

• Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
  Make sure the stroller is properly folded (see pg. 112).

• Remove the rear wheels from the stroller by pushing the button in the center of the wheel and pulling out.

Installing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame to the Vehicle

Installing With Lap Belt Only

1. Place the rear wheels in the two holes located on the bottom of the infant carrier, then pull down on wheels to check they are secure.

1. Position the infant carrier on a rear vehicle seat with the infant carrier rear-facing.

Installing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame to the Vehicle

Installing With Lap Belt Only

1. Route the vehicle lap belt through the infant carrier belt guides and BUCKLE THE BELT.

2. Push Infant Carrier firmly into vehicle seat, pressing down near the buckle strap between the child's legs, while removing slack from the lap belt.

Installing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame to the Vehicle

Installing With Lap Belt Only

1. If necessary, tuck the loose end of the lap belt out of the way.
2. Check the recline angle. Adjust the seat angle until the level line on the infant carrier is level with the ground. A tightly rolled towel or pool noodle may be placed under the infant carrier, near the vehicle seat back to adjust the angle, if necessary.

Installing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame to the Vehicle

Installing With Lap Belt Only

1. Grab the infant carrier at the belt guides and pull from side to side and front to back to make sure it is installed correctly. The infant carrier should not move more than 2.5 cm (1 in) in any direction.

If the infant carrier moves too much, tighten the vehicle belts more and recheck. You may try a different vehicle seat or installation method, or both.

Installing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame to the Base

WARNING! DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

Always ensure the Infant Carrier is secured to the base. Check the connection by by lifting up on the Carry Handle to ensure it is locked.

To install the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame, guide it onto the base as shown. An audible CLICK will be heard.

Removing the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame from the Base

To remove the Infant Carrier without the Stroller Frame, squeeze the Upper Release Handle (see pg. 38) while lifting up on the carry handle. The Stroller Frame will remain connected to the base.

To remove the Infant Carrier and Stroller Frame from the base together, squeeze Lower Release Handle (see pg. 38) while lifting up on the Carry Handle.

Aircraft Installation

Although children under 2 years old may be held in your arms during a flight, it is highly recommended that you use an approved child restraint system (car seat) for all phases of the flight. Any car seat intended for use on board an aircraft must have a statement of compliance label indicating the date it was manufactured and confirming that it meets the applicable design standard.

The use of a car seat provides the best protection for the infant or child and minimizes the effects of unanticipated turbulence. Using a familiar car seat will make your child more comfortable, and you can also use it when you reach your destination.

Using a child car seat

If you decide to use a car seat, always:

• check with your airline for its specific policies
• follow the manufacturer's installation instructions
• tighten the aircraft seat belt through the correct path on the car seat
• secure straps out of the way since lower anchor and tether straps cannot be used on board the aircraft

Aircraft seats are designed to different standards than automobile seats, so restraint devices may work differently and fit differently in them.

Aircraft Installation

WARNING! DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

• ALWAYS place the handle in the appropriate locked position when traveling in a vehicle (see pg. 44).
• ALWAYS ensure that the aircraft seat is in the fully upright position.

Before installing the infant carrier and stroller frame, Make sure the stroller is properly folded (see pg. 112).

1. Remove the rear wheels from the stroller by pushing the button in the center of the wheel and pulling out.
2. Place the rear wheels in the two holes located on the bottom of the infant carrier, then pull down on wheels to check they are secure.

Aircraft Installation

1. Position the infant carrier and stroller frame on the aircraft seat with the infant carrier rear-facing.

IMPORTANT: Most aircraft will require the infant carrier is installed in a window seat to avoid blocking the aisle.

1. Route the lap belt through the infant carrier belt guides and BUCKLE THE BELT.

NOTE: It may be necessary to request a belt extender from your flight attendant to secure the infant carrier in the aircraft seat.

Aircraft Installation

1. Push Infant Carrier and frame firmly into aircraft seat, pressing down near the buckle strap between the child's legs, while removing slack from the lap belt.

NOTE: If used, be sure to remove all slack from the belt extender as well.

1. If necessary, tuck the loose end of the lap belt out of the way.

Aircraft Installation

1. Check the recline angle. Adjust the seat angle until the level line on the infant carrier is level with the floor of the aircraft. An airline blanket may be placed under the infant carrier, near the seat back as shown to adjust the angle, if necessary.

Aircraft Installation

1. Grab the infant carrier at the belt guides and check for tightness as shown on pg. 101. Retighten if necessary.

NOTE: Unfasten the SensorSafe Chest Clip during Taxi, Takeoff, and Landing. The SensorSafe Chest Clip may be refastened during flight or once the plane has safely landed and the use of electronic devices is permitted by the flight crew.

After landing, be sure to fasten the SensorSafe Chest Clip before removing the Infant Carrier from the aircraft seat.

Using the Stroller

Unfolding the Stroller

WARNING! DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

To avoid injury to fingers or hands, care must be taken when folding or unfolding Stroller to prevent finger injury in hinge areas.

1. Using the stroller handle, lift up on the infant carrier.
2. Squeeze Upper Release Handle (pg. 38) to deploy the stroller wheels.

Using the Stroller

Unfolding the Stroller

1. Press both Handle Rotation Buttons and rotate the handle forward from Infant Carry Mode to Stroller Mode.
2. Press the Handle Extension Button and pull up on the handle to extend it to the proper height for comfortable use. An audible CLICK will be heard.

Using the Stroller

Folding the Stroller

WARNING! DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

To avoid injury to fingers or hands, care must be taken when folding or unfolding Stroller to prevent finger injury in hinge areas.

1. Press the Handle Extension Button and push handle down until it locks into position.

NOTE: Make sure both sides of carry handle are locked pushed down or handle will not rotate.

1. Press both Handle Rotation Buttons and rotate the handle from Stroller Mode to Infant Carry Mode.

Using the Stroller

Folding the Stroller

1. Pick up stroller from ground and squeeze Lower Release Handle (pg. 38).
2. While holding Lower Release Handle, lean stroller toward front wheels and press down until the stroller folds.

Using the Stroller

Operating the Brakes

WARNING! DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

ALWAYS lock Brakes. Make sure Brakes are on by trying to push the Stroller.

1. To lock, push both brake levers DOWN as shown.

1. To unlock, push both brake levers UP as shown.

Securing the Child

WARNING! DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

• ALWAYS check the Harness Buckle to make sure it is securely latched. Failure to fasten and tighten the Harness system correctly with each use can result in DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY.

• In cold weather, DO NOT dress the child in bulky clothing like snow suits when riding in a Car Seat. Bulky clothing makes it difficult to properly tighten the harness to the child, which may allow the child to be ejected from the restraint during a crash. If necessary, place a blanket over the harnessed child without interfering with the Harness system.

• Place the headrest in the lowest position and loosen Harness Straps by firmly pressing down on the Harness Adjustment Button A while pulling forward on both straps B at shoulder level.

Securing the Child

1. Press red button on Harness Buckle to release Tongues.
2. Separate Chest Clip and spread straps apart. Place child in Infant Car Seat in seated position making sure their bottom is in the seat, and their back is fully supported.
3. Pull Harness straps over each arm onto shoulders and around the hips. Make sure Buckle Cover and Harness Buckle are between the legs.

IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE Harness straps are AT OR JUST BELOW child's shoulders.

Securing the Child

1. Buckle by inserting one Tongue at a time into the Harness Buckle, listening for an audible CLICK with each one. Make sure Harness Straps are not twisted.
2. Connect the Chest Clip listening for an audible Click.
3. Pull up on Harness Straps to snug around the child's hips.
4. Slowly pull the adjuster strap to tighten the Shoulder Straps. 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.

Securing the Child

1. Roll up and secure the excess Adjuster Strap using the elastic loop at the bottom of the Strap.

NOTE: Securing the Adjuster Strap will ensure that it does not interfere with installation of the Infant Carrier to the stroller frame or base, and so it does not interfere with folding the Shyft DualRide in Stroller Mode.

1. Position the center of the Chest Clip even with the child's armpits. Make sure the Harness Covers do not interfere with the placement of the Chest Clip.

NOTE: If the Harness Covers don't allow a proper fit, they can be removed to provide more space for the Chest Clip. Pull apart hook-and-loop fasteners to remove.

Securing the Child

1. To test for a properly tightened Harness, pinch the shoulder strap. A snug Harness should not allow you to pinch any slack when pinched between your thumb and forefinger. If needed, pull adjuster strap further for a tight and proper fit.
2. Verify that the seat recline angle is correct:

If installed with the base, check that the bubble is in the blue zone on the recline indicator A.

If installed without the base, ensure that the level line on the shell is level with the ground .

A

B

Securing the Child

Changing the Harness Position on the Splitter Plate

WARNING! DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

ENSURE both harness straps are installed completely on the splitter plate. Failure to properly attach the harness straps to the splitter plate may result in a loose harness.

To change the harness strap position:

1. Remove the infant carrier from the stroller frame and base.
2. Remove one side of the harness strap from its current position on the splitter plate and reattach in the new position.
3. Repeat for other side.
4. Tighten harness straps by pulling adjustment strap (pg. 43) front of infant carrier.

Securing the Child

Changing the Buckle Strap Position

As your child grows, you will need to change the buckle strap position so that it is in the slot closest to your child. The buckle strap should ALWAYS be as close as possible to, but NEVER under, the child.

Rear Slot Middle Slot

Front Slot

Bottom View

WARNING!

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.

If there is still a gap between the child and the buckle strap when the buckle strap is in the slot closest to, but NEVER under, the child, place a tightly rolled washcloth between the child and the buckle strap to prevent the child from slouching or sliding down into the buckle strap.

Securing the Child

Changing the Buckle Strap Position

1. Remove the infant carrier from the stroller frame and base.
2. Loosen the Harness Straps and move the Harness Buckle Tongues out of the way.*

1. Remove the buckle strap anchor from its position on the bottom of the carrier and push the anchor up through the slot to the top of the seat.

• Buckle Tongue Holders not available on all models.

Securing the Child

Changing the Buckle Strap Position

1. Insert the anchor into the slot that is closest to, but NEVER under, the child. Ensure that the anchor feeds through the Seat Cover into the corresponding slot in the seat shell.

NOTE: To improve fit with a smaller infant, place the anchor through the rear slot then feed it through the middle slot.

Securing the Child

Changing the Buckle Strap Position

1. Make sure the anchor is lying flat against the bottom of the seat.
2. Pull up on the buckle strap to make sure it is securely fastened.

Securing the Child

Changing the Waist Strap Position

As your child grows, you will need to change the waist strap position so that it is in the slot closest to your child. The waist strap should always be as close as possible to, but not under, the child's legs, as shown below.

NOTE: If needed, the waist strap may be adjusted to a more narrow position to better fit a smaller infant.

1. Remove the infant carrier from the stroller frame and base.
2. To reposition waist straps, place the headrest in the lowest position and loosen the harness straps by pressing the harness release button while pulling on the harness straps.

Securing the Child

Changing the Waist Strap Position

1. Push the Buckle Strap through the slot in the seat pad.
2. Unhook the front of the child restraint's seat pad and move it out of the way to expose the waist strap slots and anchors.

Securing the Child

Changing the Waist Strap Position

1. Remove the waist strap anchor from the current slot on bottom of the seat, and push the anchor up through the slot to the top of the seat. Repeat for other side.

1. Push the anchor down through the new slot to the bottom of the seat A then feed it through the original slot to the top of the seat B and repeat for other side.

A

B

Removing the Seat Cover

1. Remove Harness Covers, Buckle Cover, and Infant Insert if used.
2. Disconnect hook and loop fasteners from around harness straps and lift headpad off of seat.

1. Disconnect canopy by pressing button and lifting canopy out of canopy mount. Repeat on other side.

Removing the Seat Cover

1. Remove plastic strip from pocket at front of Canopy.

1. Find the two tabs located at the front of the seat. Pull up on the tabs to release the seat cover.

NOTE: Tabs are marked with orange arrows for easy identification.

Removing the Seat Cover

1. Remove elastic from around the belt guides on either side of the seat.

1. Find the two tabs located at the back of the seat. Pull up on the tabs to release the seat cover.

NOTE: Tabs are marked with orange arrows for easy identification.

Removing the Seat Cover

1. Remove the buckle strap from the seat (see pg. 122), then lift the cover and canopy off the infant car seat.

Replacing the Seat Cover

1. Place seat cover on infant carrier.
2. Feed buckle strap through seat cover and corresponding slot in infant carrier.

1. Press the seat cover down into the channel until the plastic tab under the seat cover locks into place. Pull gently on the fabric tab to ensure cover is secure.

Replacing the Seat Cover

1. Repeat for tabs at rear of infant carrier.

1. Thread canopy stay through channel at the front of the canopy. Push the end of the canopy stay into the canopy mount on the side of the infant carrier. Repeat for other side.

Replacing the Seat Cover

1. Replace elastic around belt path.

1. Replace headpad, and thread harness straps through slots in headrest. Reconnect hook and loop fasteners.
2. Replace Harness Covers, Buckle Cover, and Infant Insert if used.

NOTE: Infant Insert should be installed on top of headrest cover. In the lowest headrest position, there is a seam at the bottom of the headrest cover that allows the cover to sit flat under the insert.

Care and Cleaning

• DO NOT lubricate or immerse in water the LATCH/UAS connectors, the Buckle, or any other part of this Car Seat, unless rinsing is permitted, as stated on the back of the Buckle for your Car Seat.
• Plastic and metal parts may be wiped clean with mild soap and water and dried with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents.
• Take care not to damage any labels.
• The harness can be wiped clean with mild soap and water. Allow harness to air dry.
• Machine wash soft goods separately in cold water, delicate cycle, NO CHLORINE BLEACH. Tumble dry 10 - 15 minutes on low heat. Remove immediately.

Soft goods may include headrest pad, seat pad, Infant Insert, harness and buckle covers.* Remove foam inserts prior to washing if included.

• NEVER use this car seat without the seat pad.

• To protect the car seat from damage caused by weather, rodents, and other elements common to garages, the outdoors, and other storage locations, remove the seat pad and thoroughly clean the Car Seat and pad prior to storage. Take care to clean in the areas where crumbs and other debris tend to accumulate.

• Not all features are available on all models. Styles may vary.

Proper Disposal

When this Car Seat reaches the expiration date found on the date of manufacture label, Evenflo encourages you to dispose of it properly. Most components of this Car Seat are recyclable.

1. Remove all fabric and padding.
2. Remove all screws and disassemble the Car Seat.
3. Recycle all fabric, padding, plastic, foam and metal parts, if accepted by your local recycling center. Responsibly discard the rest.

If your local recycling center won't accept the padding, you may dispose of it in the landfill.

To prevent injury due to hidden damage, lost instructions, outdated technology, etc., discontinue use of this Car Seat after the expiration date on the label or if it has been involved in a crash.

Replacement Parts

Replacement Parts: Order online at www.evenflo.com or contact ParentLink at 1-800-233-5921 (U.S.) or 937-773-3971 (Canada). When you contact us, please have the product model number and date of manufacture available. This information can be found under the base and under the infant carrier.

Recording Model Information and Storing Your Instructions

For future reference, record the model number of your car seat AND the date of manufacture below.

Model Number:

Date of Manufacture:

After reading and following these instructions, store User Guide in location shown below.

Evenflo Company, Inc.

1801 Commerce Dr.

Piqua, OH 45356, E.-U.

Consumer: Just fill in your name and address and e-mail address.

Your Name

Your Street Address

City

State

Zip Code

E-mail Address

CHILD RESTRAINT REGISTRATION CARD

Evenflo Company, Inc.

1801 Commerce Dr.

Piqua, OH 45356, E.-U.

answers. advice. affirmation."

USA: 1-800-233-5921

Canada: 937-773-3971

8 AM to 5 PM E.T.

É.-U.: 1-800-233-5921

Canada:937-773-3971

8h à 17 h, HNE