Safe-n-Sound Graphene - Child car seat BRITAX - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Convertible child car seat (rearward and forward facing)
Brand	Britax Safe-n-Sound
Model	Graphene (Series BS7300S)
Suitable Age Range	Birth to approx. 4 years
Suitable Weight Range	From newborn up to approx. 18 kg (rear-facing up to 30 months approx., forward-facing from 12 months to 4 years approx.)
Installation Methods	Seatbelt with top tether OR ISOFIX compatible (ISOFLEX connectors) with top tether
Harness Type	6-point adjustable harness with Hassle Free Harness™ system
Headrest Adjustment	Adjustable headrest with side wings; integrated shoulder strap height adjustment
Recline Positions	Multiple: rearward facing recline, forward facing upright and recline
Side Impact Protection	Side Impact Cushion Technology™ (SICT) (if supplied)
Stabilising Bar	Required in rearward facing mode; stored when forward facing
Additional Features	EZ Buckle System™ (if supplied), padded insert, shoulder pads, crotch pad, Messy Mat™ (if supplied), top tether storage pocket
Compliance Standards	AS/NZS1754-2013; approved for aircraft use
Dimensions (approx.)	Height: 650 mm, Width: 480 mm, Depth: 600 mm
Weight (approx.)	8.5 kg
Power Source	None (manual product)
Care and Cleaning	Spot clean cover with mild soap and water; machine wash cover at 30°C; clean buckle under warm running water if sticky
Safety Warnings	Never use rear-facing with airbag; always use top tether; do not use after severe crash
Spare Parts and Reparability	Contact Britax Customer Service; replace only with Britax Safe-n-Sound approved covers and accessories
General Information	Keep instruction booklet in provided pocket; recommended to replace after 10 years or after a severe crash

Frequently Asked Questions - Safe-n-Sound Graphene BRITAX

What is the weight and age limit for rearward facing use?

The seat can be used rearward facing from birth until the child's shoulders reach the middle shoulder height marker (approx. 2-3 years). However, Britax recommends keeping the child rearward facing as long as possible up to that marker.

Can I install this seat using ISOFIX?

Yes, if your seat is ISOFIX compatible, you can use the ISOFLEX connectors (supplied with some models) to attach to the vehicle's ISOFIX low anchorages. A top tether must also be used.

When can I turn the seat to forward facing?

Turn to forward facing only when the child's shoulders reach the lower shoulder height marker (approx. 12 months) and the child can support their head. Britax recommends keeping rearward facing longer if possible.

How do I clean the harness buckle?

If the buckle becomes sluggish (no click when inserting tongues), remove it from the seat and rinse under warm running water (max 40°C) for 5 minutes. Reinsert and check function. Do not use chemicals.

Is the car seat suitable for aircraft use?

Yes, it is approved for aircraft use. Install in forward facing mode using the aircraft lap belt through the designated belt path. The top tether is not required onboard.

What is the maximum child height for this seat?

The seat is suitable until the child's shoulders reach the upper shoulder height marker (approx. 4 years). After that, move to a larger restraint.

Can I use aftermarket accessories?

Only use accessories approved by Britax Safe-n-Sound and compliant with AS/NZS 8005. Unapproved accessories can reduce safety.

How tight should the harness be?

The harness should be firm against the child – you should not be able to pinch any slack. Always remove all slack from the harness straps.

What do I do if the seat has been in a crash?

After a severe crash, destroy the restraint even if no damage is visible. Contact your insurance company for possible replacement under the Britax Crash Exchange program.

How do I remove the cover for washing?

Remove the seat from the car, unclip press studs, detach elastic loops, and feed harness through slots. Do not remove the impact foam on side wings. Wash according to care label.

USER MANUAL Safe-n-Sound Graphene BRITAX

CONVERTIBLE CAR SEAT

WITH OPTIONAL ISOFIX COMPATIBILITY

Suitable for Birth to 4 years (approx)

Instructions for Installation & Use

REARWARD FACING

Birth to 2-3 years(approx)

FORWARD FACING

12 months to 4years(approx)

Series No. BS7300S-i20133

Series No. BS7300S-020133

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ISOFIX

COMPATIBLE

If you have purchased an ISOFIX compatible version then ISOFIX compatible straps are fitted the seat.

IMPORTANT:

KEEP THIS BOOKLET IN THE PLACE PROVIDED ON THE CHILD RESTRAINT

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To be used only in a rearward-facing position until the infants's shoulders either reach the lower shoulder height marker (approximately 12 months of age) or reach the middle height marker (approximately 2 to 3 years of age). Then to be used in a forward-facing position until the child's shoulders reach the upper shoulder height marker (approximately 4 years of age).

Continue to use this child restraint until the child reaches this limit.

Do not use forward facing until child's shoulders are above the lower shoulder height marker.

Infants are at risk of serious injury if they face forward too early.

Children are at risk of serious injury if they move to booster seats too early.

Children who have outgrown this restraint are safest in a larger child restraint with an in-built harness or a booster seat until their shoulders reach the upper shoulder height marker of the restraint.

These instructions cover various configurations of this model. To determine if the feature is available on your child restraint refer to packaging. ISOFIX compatible connection is not available on all models.

To be used with a lap-sash or lap only seatbelt or ISOFIX low anchorages (if supplied) in the back of most cars with forward facing seats.

The child should not sit in this restraint in the forward facing mode until their neck muscles are able to support their head. Britax recommends that you keep your child in a rearward facing restraint for as long as possible (or until the appropriate shoulder height marker is reached between 12 months and 2yrs approx).

No child restraint can guarantee absolute protection from injury in every crash. However, to ensure that your child gets all the protection designed into the restraint PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY and use only Britax Safe-n-Sound recommended parts and accessories.

If in doubt about the method of installation, consult Britax Childcare or agent, or a child restraint fitter or, in New Zealand, to consult the agent for the vehicle.

Regional Road Rules may prohibit the use of this restraint in the front seat of the car until the child is 4 years of age. Check your Regional Rules for exemptions.

Note: These instructions show the adjustable headrest with side wings. Always store the instruction book in the pocket provided and tuck pocket under trim cover.

Side Impact Cushion Technology™ (SICT) (if supplied) may be fitted on this seat. There is no installation or assembly required to activate the Side Impact Cushion, it functions in a side crash to provide additional protection to the occupant.

Your seat might also feature ISOFIX Compatible Connectors. There will be straps fitted to each side of the lower part of the seat. Britax flexible strap ISOFIX Compatible connector technology is known as ISOFLEX.

WHAT ARE ISOFIX LOW ANCHORAGES IN A VEHICLE?

ISOFIX low anchorages are fixed, standardised anchoring points for securely installing an ISOFIX compatible child restraint in a vehicle fitted with ISOFIX low anchorages. They are an alternative method of installing the child restraint without using the car's seatbelt.

ISOFIX is an international standard for vehicle child seat anchorages.

This anchoring technology minimises installation mistakes by optimising the protective effect of the connection between vehicle and ISOFIX compatible child restraint.

Consult the car owner's handbook for location of top tether anchorage points.

An available anchor point is required to attach the top tether strap onto. The top tether strap must be used with this child restraint when used in a road vehicle.

If there is no child restraint anchor fitting or child restraint anchor point refer to pages 95 to 98 for the installation of the anchor fitting as well as the use of extension straps.

Select a seating position with a child restraint anchor fitting directly behind the seating position.

Determine if the vehicle ISOFIX Low Anchorages or Seatbelt will be used to secure the restraint installation. The ISOFLEX connectors will need to be deployed from their storage location prior to adjusting the seat recline angle to rearward facing mode.

ISOFIX COMPATIBLE WITH TOP TETHER STRAP

- If supplied with ISOFIX compatible straps the installation may be either seatbelt and top tether strap or ISOFLEX Connectors and top tether strap.

For Rearward Facing Use - Refer to page 37 to 43

For Forward Facing Use - Refer to page 65 to 69

SEAT BELT WITH TOP TETHER STRAP

- If not supplied with ISOFIX compatible straps this seat is suitable for fitting with seatbelt and top tether strap.

Use your vehicle seat belt and top tether strap to install this seat. Follow the directions outlined:

For Rearward Facing Use - Refer to page 30 to 36

For Forward Facing Use - Refer to page 60 to 64

PAGE

18 IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND WARNINGS
20 SHOULDER HEIGHT MARKERS
22 SHOULDER HEIGHT MARKERS A GROWING CHILD
23 SHOULDER HEIGHT MARKERS THE NEXT STEP

REARWARD FACING

24 FEATURES: REARWARD-FACING
27 SUITABLE FOR USE
28 HOW TO INSTALL PREPARATION
30 HOW TO INSTALL USING SEATBELT
37 HOW TO INSTALL USING ISOFLEX CONNECTORS
44 HOW TO USE
51 HOW TO REMOVE

PAGE

FORWARD FACING

54 FEATURES: FORWARD-FACING
57 SUITABLE FOR USE
58 HOW TO SETUP
60 HOW TO INSTALL USING SEATBELT
65 HOW TO INSTALL USING ISOFLEX CONNECTORS
70 HOW TO USE
76 HOW TO REMOVE

AIRCRAFT USE

80 HOW TO INSTALL IN AN AIRCRAFT

CARE & MAINTENANCE

83 CARE & MAINTENANCE
90 ACCESSORIES
93 INSTALLATION OF CAR'S UPPER ANCHORAGE POINT
97 TRAVELLING TIPS
98 IN CASE OF ACCIDENT
100 WARRANTY

WARNINGS

• Fit the restraint firmly to the car seat.
  • Fit the harness firmly to the child.
• A loose restraint or harness is dangerous.
  • Supervision of children is needed because they may be able to undo the buckles and adjusters.
• Use the restraint exactly as shown in the instructions.
  • DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED IN THE CAR.
• Do not alter or modify this restraint.
  • Repairs must only be done by the manufacturer or agent.
• Do not allow the restraint to come into contact with polishes, oils, bleach and other chemicals.
• Destroy the restraint if it has been in a severe crash, even if no damage is visible. See page 99.
  • DO NOT USE THIS RESTRAINT WITHOUT THE COVER.
• Always secure the loose end of the top tether strap. Do not use the child restraint where this top tether strap may fall into a split in the seat back or off the side of the seat.
  • ALWAYS ATTACH TOP TETHER HOOK AND REMOVE SLACK.
• To ensure infant's back is evenly supported, do not put more than one nappy on the baby and make sure the nappy is not thickly folded at the back.
• DO NOT USE A REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT WHERE AN AIRBAG IS FITTED IN FRONT OF THE SEATING POSITION.
• Do not harness an infant wrapped in a blanket or swaddled. Any blanket or wrap must only be placed over the harness and infant.

IMPORTANT :

NON ISOFIX COMPATIBLE: FOR INSTALLATION WITH SEATBELT ONLY

TO BE USED WITH LAP-SASH OR LAP ONLY SEATBELTS IN THE BACK OF MOST CARS WITH FORWARD FACING SEATS.

- Without ISOFIX compatible connectors; This child restraint is not approved for use with any connectors that connect to the car's ISOFIX low anchorages.

ISOFIX COMPATIBLE: FOR INSTALLATION WITH ISOFLEX CONNECTORS

• TO BE USED WITH A LAP-SASH OR LAP-ONLY SEATBELT OR ISOFIX LOW ANCHORAGES IN THE BACK OF MOST CARS WITH FORWARD FACING SEATS.
- Do not attach the lower attachment connectors of two separate child restraints to the same ISOFIX low anchorages in your car.
- Always attach the top tether strap to the child restraint upper anchorage in your car before each journey.
- Child restraint lower attachment connectors and the ISOFIX low anchorages in your car are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by a correctly fitted child restraint.

GENERAL

• Regularly check the restraint components, straps and other fitments for correct function and condition. If faulty, cease using and seek repair by Britax.
• IF AN AIRBAG IS FITTED IN THE SEATING POSITION WHERE THE CHILD RESTRAINT IS TO BE FITTED, FOLLOW THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS.
• Protect all webbing from abrasion and cutting by sharp corners and edges.
• The restraint should not be purchased or sold as a second hand item. It is recommended not to use child restraints older than 10 years as the protection in an accident may be reduced.
• THIS RESTRAINT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE WHERE THE TOP TETHER STRAP MAY FALL INTO A SPLIT IN THE SEAT BACK OR OFF THE SIDE OF THE SEAT.
• Seatbelt extenders are not recommended to be used if the seatbelt is not long enough to secure the child restraint. If seatbelts are too short then seek advice from a child restraint fitter and consider their recommendations before using a seatbelt extender. If you use a seatbelt extender then ensure that the seatbelt buckle does not enter the rearward or forward facing belt paths.
• THIS RESTRAINT MUST BE ATTACHED TO A CHILD RESTRAINT UPPER ANCHORAGE POINT IN THE CAR. REFER TO CAR OWNER'S HANDBOOK FOR LOCATION OF UPPER ANCHORAGE POINTS. REFER TO A CHILD RESTRAINT FITTING STATION IF NO UPPER ANCHORAGE POINTS ARE IN THE MOTOR CAR. Refer to pages 93 to 96.

IMPORTANT: Follow this advice.

Marker A: LOWER SHOULDER HEIGHT MARKER

When the child's shoulders reach the lower marker, the child restraint may be turned to face towards the front of the vehicle Britax recommends to maintain rearward facing while the infant can be accommodated comfortably or until the shoulders reach marker B.

At least 12 months of age.

Marker B: MIDDLE SHOULDER HEIGHT MARKER

When the child's shoulders reach this marker, the seat must be converted into forward facing mode.

Approximately 2 to 3 years of age.

Marker C: UPPER SHOULDER HEIGHT MARKER

When the child's shoulders reach this upper marker, the child is now too big for the child restraint. It is now time to move to the next child restraint type.

Approximately 4 years of age.

This child restraint is unsuitable for an occupant whose shoulders are above the upper height marker. The child needs to be moved into the next form of child restraint.

This restraint is suitable for a newborn and must remain rear facing until the child reaches the lower shoulder height marker (approx. 12 months old).

Once the child reaches the lower shoulder height marker the restraint can either;

• Remain rear facing while the shoulders are in the mid-zone until the middle shoulder height marker is reached, or
• Change the mode to forward facing until the upper shoulder height marker is reached (approx 2 to 3 years).
• Britax recommends that you keep your child in a rearward facing restraint for as long as possible until the middle shoulder height marker is reached or child becomes uncomfortable.

REARWARD FACING (Suitable up to 30mths approx)

Newborn (Rearward Facing)

Rear facing mode is suitable for shoulders below the Lower Height Marker (A)

Older Child (Rearward Facing)

While below marker B, remain rearward facing. Convert to forward facing when shoulder height Marker (B) is reached.

FORWARD FACING (Suitable from 12mths to 4 yrs approx)

Child Use (Forward Facing)

Forward-facing mode is suitable for shoulders above shoulder height marker B but not below marker A.

Discontinue Use (Forward Facing)

Move to the next form of child restraint when the child's shoulders reach the upper shoulder height marker C.

A loose restraint or harness is dangerous. Always remove slack from all webbing straps.

Next type of restraint that can be used in the car for your child.

When your child has outgrown this seat, you can use:

- Or a harnessed car seat with in-built harness suitable for children approximately 6 months to 8 years old.

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- A convertible booster seat with in-built harness until approximately 4 years old and then as a booster seat with vehicle lap-sash seatbelt or seatbelt and compatible child harness until approx 6 to 8 years of age.

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- Or a dedicated booster seat with vehicle lap-sash seatbelt or seatbelt and compatible child harness until 6 to 8 years of age or until 8 to 10 years of age.

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1. Adjustable Headrest incorporating HASSLE FREE HARNESS™
2. Shoulder Pads (if supplied)
3. Padded insert (if supplied)
4. Fully adjustable 6 point Harness
5. EZ Buckle System (if supplied)
6. Stabilising Bar for Rearward Facing mode
7. Harness Adjustment Lever (under trim flap)
8. Harness Adjustment Strap
9. Release Buckle (Red button)
10. Padded Cover for comfort
11. Shoulder Height Markers (may be hidden under headrest in lowest position).
12. Headrest Adjuster Latch (located behind the seat)
13. Headrest adjustment Push Button
14. Headrest Loop

ISOFLEX Connectors are stored on each side of the seat

1. Vehicle's Anchor Fitting
2. Attachment Clip
3. Harness Tongue Holders (where fitted)
4. Stabilising bar release button
5. Blue REARWARD FACING BELT PATH label
6. Rearward facing belt path
7. ISOFLEX Connectors (stored on each side of the seat) (if supplied)

8. Recline Position Indicator

9. Messy Mat ^TM (if supplied)

10. Recline Foot in Rearward Facing mode
11. Side Impact Cushion Technology™ (SICT) (if supplied)
12. Top Tether Storage Pocket
13. Top Tether Adjuster
14. Top Tether Adjustment Strap
15. Instruction Storage Pocket (on side) (under trim)
16. Adjustable Top Tether Strap

ISOFLEX CONNECTORS (IF SUPPLIED)

1. ISOFLEX Strap Adjuster Button
2. ISOFLEX Connector Release Button
3. ISOFLEX Connector Indicator
4. ISOFLEX Connector
5. ISOFLEX Adjustment Strap
6. Tension Indicator (Green when activated)

IS THERE ENOUGH ROOM

To ensure that the space is sufficient, the purchaser should check the measurements between the vehicle's rear and front seats in which the child restraint is intended to be used.

WARNINGS

DO NOT USE RESTRAINT IN REARWARD FACING MODE WITHOUT THE STABILISING BAR FULLY EXTENDED.

Do not use the restraint without the top tether strap correctly attached.

DO NOT USE A REAR FACING CHILD RESTRAINT WHERE AN AIRBAG IS FITTED IN FRONT OF THE SEATING POSITION.

Do not use on any vehicle seat which faces sideways or rearwards.

Seat width 450mm

Do not allow the front seat to alter the installed angle of the restraint. It is permissible to allow the restraint to touch the front vehicle seat.

CHILD RESTRAINT UPPER ANCHORAGE FITTING

To use this child restraint, the car will need a child restraint upper anchorage fitting in the seating position that you intend to use. Refer to the car owner's handbook.

If no upper anchorage fitting is provided then you will need to install an upper anchorage fitting. Refer to pages 93 to 96.

The upper anchorage fitting is required for attaching the top tether in both rear facing mode and forward facing mode covered later in the these instructions.

INSTALLING INTO VEHICLE REARWARD FACING

The restraint is normally packaged in the fully upright forward facing mode. If you need to use it rearward facing you must first fully recline the restraint. Convert the restraint to rearward facing mode by referring to steps below.

NOTE: Ensure ISOFLEX connectors are removed from the storage location before reclining if ISOFIX low anchorages are to be used.

CONVERT TO REARWARD FACING MODE:

To fully recline the restraint, move recline foot by pulling the recline foot handle and rotating to the rearward facing position (refer to label on the side of the restraint) until the handle locks into position. Ensure recline foot locks into position.

Rotate recline foot to rearward facing position

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B. Lift the flap at the end of the seat to access the stabilising bar, pull out stabilising bar and then gently push bar forward until you hear a click. Stabilising bar is now latched in place. Refit the cover.

INSTALLING INTO A VEHICLE WITH SEATBELT. (REARWARD FACING)

A. Position restraint rearward facing in the chosen seating position in the car where a child restraint anchor fitting is installed.
B. Loosen shoulder straps by pressing the harness adjuster and pull both shoulder straps evenly. Pull out the desired amount of slack. Undo the buckle and place buckle tongues in the Harness Tongue Holders on each side of the cover.

C. Remove padded insert (if supplied), and gently lift headrest trim end, then pull backwards the centre panel flap, with the comfort pad from the inner seat of trim. The seat shell inner and belt path label are now exposed.

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D. Fully lengthen seatbelt and feed through the blue REARWARD FACING

BELT PATH opening, between the restraint cover and the restraint shell following the belt path label and through seatbelt slots in the opposite side of the restraint.

E. Engage seatbelt buckle and tongue.

Push down on the restraint, whilst pulling all the slack through the seatbelt tongue into the sashbelt strap. Pull sashbelt firmly and feed any slack back into the retractor. The lap belt will be firmly fitted across the restraint.

Always remove slack from seatbelt A loose seatbelt is dangerous.

NOTE: Seatbelt buckle and tongue must not rest between restraint cover and restraint. If seatbelt buckle is adjustable, adjust buckle as low as possible away from the restraint.

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F. Replace the centre panel flap, ensure the harness buckle is through the panel. Connect to the back panel of the cover. Replace the padded insert (if supplied). Do not use padded insert if the child's shoulders reach the lower shoulder height marker or the child no longer fits the insert. See page 45 for advice on positioning the shoulder straps.

NOTE: Seatbelt extenders should not be used if the seatbelt is not long enough to secure the child restraint. If they are used then the buckle must not enter the seating zone.

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PADDED INSERT

The padded insert may be used until the child's shoulders reach the lower shoulder height marker, or the padded insert causes discomfort.

The padded insert's are not required for forward facing but may be used to lift the child if their shoulders are below the lower shoulder height marker.

G. If upper anchorage strap is folded up for storage undo storage strap to lengthen. Fully press adjuster button (1) while pulling upper anchorage strap (2) to lengthen.

H. Fit the attachment clip to the car's anchor fitting as shown right. Make sure to remove as many twists as possible from the upper anchorage strap.

I. Tighten top tether strap by pulling adjustment strap to remove slack, leave the strap slack on the side the baby will be placed into the seat from. Any slack will be removed once the baby has been harnessed into the seat.

J. Remove the slack from the adjustable top tether strap by pulling adjustment strap, With the baby in harness, remove all slack in the top tether strap. Roll up excess strap and store in the pocket provided on the cover.

Do not tighten the top tether strap such that the restraint is lifted up. Remove slack only.

Always remove slack from top tether.

A loose top tether is dangerous.

CAUTION:

CHILDREN CAN BE INJURED OR RESTRAINTS AND TOP TETHER STRAP DAMAGED BY UNSECURED CARGO IN A COLLISION. SECURE OR REMOVE HAZARDOUS CARGO BEFORE USING THIS CHILD RESTRAINT.

FITTING SUMMARY

Pull to remove some slack - do not over tighten when finally adjusted with the baby

WARNINGS

DO NOT USE RESTRAINT IN REARWARD FACING MODE WITHOUT STABILISING BAR FULLY EXTENDED.

THE TOP TETHER STRAP MUST ALWAYS BE FITTED WHEN THE CHILD RESTRAINT IS USED IN A VEHICLE. ALWAYS ATTACH THE HOOK AND REMOVE THE SLACK.

IMPORTANT: If using an Extension Strap, positioning the attachment clip above the child may lead to injury in an accident therefore make sure that the attachment clip is not positioned in front of the vehicle seat. Use a shorter extension strap or no extension strap.

ANGULAR ADJUSTMENT OF RESTRAINT

Some vehicle seats have more rearward slope than others. If the angle of the seat causes the baby to be too upright for comfort, the angle may be altered by placing a firm packing between the seat and the underside of the base. Packing can be a firmly rolled up towel.

If the car's seat is flat then some packing may be required at the front edge of the base to achieve the recline angle.

Do not remove all of the rearward slope by over packing. Always leave a rearward slope angle of approximately 10 to 15 degrees as shown

INSTALLING THE RESTRAINT INTO THE CAR

(USING ISOFLEX CONNECTORS IF SUPPLIED TO THE CHILD RESTRAINT)

To prevent damage to vehicle seat it may be necessary to remove or open a trim covering the ISOFIX low anchorages.

A. Locate the ISOFIX Low Anchorages in the vehicle rear seat. If you cannot locate the ISOFIX bars, check your vehicle owners manual.

B. With the restraint upright, remove both ISOFLEX connectors from storage on the sides of the restraint by unclipping the press studs and lifting the trim away. Then remove the ISOFLEX connector by pressing the red button on the connector.

C. Setup the seat for rear-facing mode by fully reclining the restraint and pulling out the stabilising bar, See page 28 and 29.

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E. Press and hold the ISOFLEX adjuster release button and pull the connector strap to fully lengthen. Repeat for the other connector.
F. Place the restraint in the desired location on the vehicle seat between the two ISOFIX low anchorages with the child seat against the vehicle seat back as shown.
G. The stabilising bar need not be in contact with the vehicle seat back but must be extended and latched. Engage the ISOFLEX connectors into each ISOFIX low anchorage. A click may be felt and a green indicator will show on the top of the ISOFLEX connector when it has engaged. Pull each strap to ensure both lower anchorage connectors are engaged. Pull the adjusting strap to remove most of the slack on each side but do not tighten.

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H. Push downwards on the seat to compress the seat into the vehicle. Whilst pushing into the seat, pull on adjuster strap to remove all slack and tighten the ISOFLEX strap. Repeat for the adjuster strap on the other side of the restraint. The two tension indicators will show green indicating minimum tension has been applied.

Always remove slack from ISOFLEX Straps.

A loose installation is dangerous.

Tension indicator
Pull ISOFLEX adjuster strap to remove slack and activate indicator

IMPORTANT:

Do not attach the lower attachment connectors of two separate child restraints to the same ISOFIX low anchorages in your car.

Always attach the top tether strap to the child restraint upper anchorage in your car.

Child restraint lower attachment connectors and the ISOFIX low anchorages in your car are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by a correctly fitted child restraint.

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I. If upper anchorage strap is folded up for storage undo storage strap to lengthen. Fully press adjuster button (1) while pulling upper anchorage strap (2) to lengthen.

J. Fit the attachment clip to the car's anchor fitting as shown right. Make sure to remove as many twists as possible from the upper anchorage strap.

K. Tighten top tether strap by pulling adjustment strap to remove slack, leave the strap slack on the side the baby will be placed into the seat from. Any slack will be removed once the baby has been harnessed into the seat.

L. Remove the slack from the adjustable top tether strap by pulling adjustment strap, With the baby in harness, remove all slack in the top tether strap. Roll up excess strap and store in the pocket provided on the cover. Do not tighten the top tether strap such that the restraint is lifted up. Remove slack only.

Always remove slack from top tether.

A loose top tether is dangerous.

CAUTION:

CHILDREN CAN BE INJURED OR RESTRAINTS AND TOP TETHER STRAP DAMAGED BY UNSECURED CARGO IN A COLLISION. SECURE OR REMOVE HAZARDOUS CARGO BEFORE USING THIS CHILD RESTRAINT.

FITTING SUMMARY

Front of vehicle

Leave one side of the tether strap slack to allow the baby to be placed in the restraint. Final adjustment with baby installed.

Hook Attachment Clip to the car's anchor fitting.

Store instruction manual in pocket provided and tuck pocket under trim cover.

With baby installed, pull to remove all slack - do not over tighten causing the seat to lift.

ISOFIX Compatible version shown.

WARNINGS

DO NOT USE RESTRAINT IN REARWARD FACING MODE WITHOUT STABILISING BAR FULLY EXTENDED. THE TOP TETHER STRAP MUST ALWAYS BE FITTED WHEN THE CHILD RESTRAINT IS USED IN A VEHICLE. ALWAYS ATTACH THE HOOK AND REMOVE THE SLACK.

If the car's upper anchorage fitting is behind the vehicle seat back you may need to use an extension strap as part of the top tether installation.

IMPORTANT: If using an Extension Strap, positioning the attachment clip above the child may lead to injury in an accident therefore make sure that the attachment clip is not positioned in front of the vehicle seat. Use a shorter extension strap or no extension strap.

It is normal to have some sideways movement if the headrest is pushed sideways. A firmer fit can be achieved by applying more force to the ISOFLEX straps. If the tether strap is over tightened then the angle of the seat may be affected; Do not over tighten.

IMPORTANT :

The Top tether strap must be fitted at all times when the baby is in the car when using either the seatbelt or the ISOFLEX connectors.

Always secure the loose end of the top tether strap to prevent it hanging out of the car or being accessible by the child.

THIS RESTRAINT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE WHERE THE TOP TETHER STRAP MAY FALL INTO A SPLIT IN THE SEAT BACK OR OFF THE SIDE OF THE SEAT.

ALWAYS ATTACH TOP TETHER HOOK AND REMOVE SLACK IN THE TOP TETHER STRAP.

ANGULAR ADJUSTMENT OF RESTRAINT

Some vehicle seats have more rearward slope than others. If the angle of the seat causes the baby to be too upright for comfort, the angle may be altered by placing a firm packing between the seat and the underside of the base. Packing can be a firmly rolled up towel.

Do not remove all of the rearward slope by over packing. Always leave a rearward slope angle of approximately 10 to 15 degrees as shown

ADJUSTING HASSLE FREE HARNESS™ HEADREST

Correct fitment of the harness is very important as it restrains the child in the restraint. The headrest must be in the correct position & the harness must fit firmly around upper torso of the child and be positioned so as to leave the child's arms and legs free.

In rearward facing mode the headrest must be in the position where the top of the shoulder strap slots are nearest to the child's shoulders, but not lower than the child's shoulders. Instructions for adjusting the headrest are on the next page. If your child has reached the lower shoulder height marker then the restraint may be converted to forward facing mode (Refer to Forward Facing section from page 54).

Lower shoulder height marker

1. The shoulder straps must be positioned in slots which are nearest to the child's shoulders, but not lower than the child's shoulders. There is only one set of slots so the seat will always have the shoulder straps in place once the headrest is positioned correctly.
2. The padded insert may be used for smaller babies in rearward facing mode.
3. Discontinue the use of the padded insert if there is insufficient room for the child or shoulders have reached the lower shoulder height marker.

When positioning baby into the restraint make sure baby's back is fully supported onto the flat section and the baby's nappy area (bottom) is resting in the bottom curvature as shown. It is recommended that bulky nappies are not used when baby is travelling in the restraint as they can cause incorrect positioning of the baby's back in the restraint.

HOW TO ADJUST HEADREST & HASSLE FREE HARNESS™

A. Loosen the harness straps before adjusting the headrest.
B. To adjust the headrest, pull on the latch on the back of the restraint and pull up or down to position the top of the shoulder strap slot above the child's shoulders. Release the latch to lock the headrest in position. Pull headrest upwards to check it is locked in position.

This method can be used when the child restraint is installed in the vehicle in rearward facing position. Small adjustments may be possible with the child still in the seat.

OR

B. Pull the top of the padded insert forward to expose the "PUSH" label at the centre of the headrest. Place finger on the "PUSH" button, press in towards restraint, lift the headrest loop to adjust upward or downward.

Be sure to use the 'push' button label as a guide.

Press the 'push' button (approx. 10mm) into the recess behind the cover. Once released check the headrest has latched by attempting to lift the headrest using the headrest loop.

IMPORTANT :

Ensure harness and headrest are positioned so that the shoulder straps are just above or inline with the child's shoulders but not lower. The bottom of the headrest side wings will usually be just above the infant's shoulders.

It is not necessary to remove the harness straps to adjust the headrest position. Refer to Care and Maintenance for cover removal page 83.

PLACING CHILD INTO RESTRAINT

A. Ensure the headrest and shoulder straps are adjusted to the correct height for your child (see page 45).
B. Slacken the top tether strap if not already slack and allow the straps to fall to the sides of the restraint for easy access to the child.
C. Loosen shoulder straps by pressing the harness adjuster and pull both shoulder straps evenly. Pull out the desired amount of slack.
D. Place the two harness tongues into the Buckle Tongue Holder (if supplied).
With the EZ buckle system the harness buckle will flip towards the harness adjuster for easier fitment next time you put the infant in the carrier.
E. Place baby into child restraint lying on its back so that the buckle is between the baby's legs. Ensure that baby's arms and legs are free. Make sure baby is dressed to allow the Harness Buckle to be pulled up between baby's legs e.g. a jump suit.

NOTE: The headrest should be adjusted so that the wings on the headrest or shoulder strap slots are just above the shoulders but not below the shoulders.

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CAUTION:

Do not harness an infant wrapped in a blanket or swaddled as this increases the risk of ejection and injury or death in a crash. The harness needs to fit firmly to the baby, any blanket or other covering may be placed over the harness after the harness is adjusted. Arms and legs must be free and not bound or wrapped together. The legs must sit on each side of the crotch strap.

IMPORTANT :

Always adjust the height of the headrest thus the shoulder straps as the child grows.

F. Fit either harness tongue into the harness buckle followed by the other tongue. A click is heard when the last tongue is fully engaged.

Should the second tongue not engage - press the red button and reinsert the tongues. Ensure secure engagement by pulling harness straps. If the harness buckle does not engage correctly then it may require cleaning or seek replacement - refer to page 84.

The buckle tongues are fully engaged when both tongues are inserted and a 'click' is heard.

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G. Ensure slack is removed from harness lap strap by pulling shoulder straps then pull harness adjustment strap to adjust harness to a comfortable but firm fit. Ensure that any slack in harness straps is removed. Shoulder harness straps must fit firmly to the child. A loose harness could result in serious injury in an accident. Do not over tighten.

Do not use the restraint if straps do not tighten. Contact your local authorised service agent for repair.

WARNING: DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED IN THE CAR.

CAUTION: ALWAYS REMOVE SLACK A LOOSE HARNESS IS DANGEROUS.

Make sure that nothing is obstructing harness straps and that child's arms and legs are free with the straps in the correct location - see previous page.

Do not use the restraint if straps do not tighten and contact BRITAX Childcare Customer Service. Refer to back cover for contact details.

IMPORTANT :

The padded insert is designed to provide extra support and comfort and may be used for smaller children. Discontinue use when Baby Padded insert is a tight fit, creates discomfort for larger children, or the child's shoulder reach the lower shoulder height marker.

H. Adjust the top tether strap by pulling adjustment strap to remove slack as shown.

Ensure the strap is not so tight as to lift the seat or deform the headrest. Only remove the slack.

1. Always roll up excess strap and place in the pocket provided attached to the cover.

REMOVING CHILD FROM RESTRAINT

A. Press top tether strap adjuster lever while pulling top tether straps to slacken. Allow top tether straps to fall to the sides for easy access to child.
B. Push and hold the harness adjustment button while pulling both shoulder harness straps to fully slacken the harness.
C. Press the red button on harness buckle, both harness tongues will be released. Insert buckle tongues into harness tongue holders to hold harness straps away from the child. Move each shoulder strap to baby's side then pick up baby.

To remove the seat refer to page 52 for ISOFLEX installation or page 51 for seatbelt installation.

REMOVE RESTRAINT FROM VEHICLE DISCONNECT TOP TETHER AND SEATBELT

A. Disengage the vehicle seatbelt buckle from any lock-off devices. Remove seatbelt from the restraint belt paths.
B. Remove the top tether strap from pocket and fully press top tether adjuster button (1) while pulling top tether strap (2) to slacken as shown. In some vehicles loosening of the top tether strap may be difficult. If so, try pushing the restraint against the vehicle seat back or slightly lifting the restraint to release the tension.
C. Disengage the attachment clip from upper anchorage fitting. The child restraint is now disconnected.
D. To store the stabilising bar, lift the front flap at the end of the seat, this uncovers the stabilising bar storage recess.

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E. Press the blue button on left side (facing seat) and gently push stabilising bar back and then down into the recessed area.
F. Re-attach the seat pad at the end of the seat.

Store instruction manual in pocket provided and tuck pocket under trim cover.

DISCONNECT TOP TETHER AND ISOFLEX CONNECTORS

To store the ISOFLEX connectors on the inside of the seat wings.

A. Press the ISOFLEX strap adjuster button to release tension on the straps.
B. Press each of the red release buttons on the ISOFLEX connectors and remove them from the vehicle ISOFIX low anchorages.
C. Adjust the ISOFLEX strap to the shortest length and engage each ISOFLEX connector onto its storage pin. Remove slack but do not tighten. The storage pin may be damaged if the strap is tightened.

Pull trim over ISOFLEX connector and clip into press stud.

Remove slack but do not tighten. The storage pin may be damaged if the strap is tightened.

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D. Remove the excess tether strap from pocket and fully press top tether adjuster button (1) while pulling top tether strap (2) to slacken as shown. In some vehicles loosening of the top tether strap may be difficult. If so, try pushing the restraint against the vehicle seat back or slightly lifting the restraint to release the tension.
E. Disengage the attachment clip from upper anchorage fitting.

Store loose strap in the storage pocket provided on the cover.

F. Disengage the attachment clip from upper anchorage fitting. The child restraint is now disconnected.

Store loose strap in the storage pocket provided on the cover.

G. To store the stabilising bar, lift the front flap at the end of the seat, this uncovers the stabilising bar storage recess.

H. Press the blue button on left side (facing seat) and gently push stabilising bar back and then down into the recessed area.
I. Re-attach the seat pad at the end of the seat.

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(Harness strap not shown)

1. Adjustable Headrest incorporating HASSLE FREE HARNESS™
2. Shoulder Pads (if supplied)
3. Fully adjustable 6 point Harness
4. Release Buckle (Red button)
5. EZ Buckle System (if supplied)
6. Harness Adjustment Lever (under trim flap)
7. Harness Adjustment Strap
8. Padded Cover for child's comfort (may vary in style)
9. Shoulder Height Markers (may be hidden behind headrest)
10. Headrest Adjuster Latch (located behind the seat)
11. Headrest Adjustment Push Button
12. Headrest Loop

1. Instruction Storage Pocket (on side) (under trim)
2. Harness Tongue Holders (where fitted)
3. ISOFLEX Connectors (stored on each side of the seat)(if supplied)
4. Yellow FORWARD FACING BELT PATH labels
5. Messy Mat ^TM (if supplied)
6. Recline Foot (Shown in Forward Facing Mode)

7. Recline Position Indicator

8. Forward facing belt path

9. Upper Lock-off (if supplied)
10. Side Impact Cushion Technology™ (SICT) (if supplied)
11. Top Tether Storage Pocket
12. Top Tether Adjuster
13. Attachment Clip
14. Vehicle's Anchor Fitting
15. Adjustable Top Tether Strap

ISOFLEX CONNECTORS (IF SUPPLIED)

1. Tension Indicator (Green when activated)
2. ISOFLEX Strap Adjuster Button
3. ISOFLEX Connector Release Button
   31.ISOFLEX Connector Indicator
   32.ISOFLEX Connector
4. ISOFLEX Adjustment strap
5. Top Tether Assembly

Once the child's shoulders reach the lower or middle shoulder height marker, the seat can be changed to the forward-facing position and used until the child's shoulders reach the upper shoulder height marker.

Continue to use the restraint in forward-facing mode until the child's shoulders reaches the limit of the upper shoulder height marker. The child should not sit forward-facing until their neck muscles are able to support their head. Do not move to a Booster Seat until the child has outgrown this child restraint.

Children are at risk of serious injury if they move to a booster seat too early.

Regional Road Rules may prohibit the use of this restraint in the front seat of the vehicle until the child is 4 years of age. Check your Regional Road Rules for exemptions.

WARNINGS

DO NOT USE RESTRAINT IN FORWARD-FACING MODE WITH THE REAR FACING MODE STABILISING BAR PULLED OUT.

Do not use the restraint without the top tether strap correctly attached.

If your vehicle is not fitted with an anchor point, please contact a Safety Restraint Fitting Station authorised by the relevant State Government Body for correct fitment of the restraint. In New Zealand contact the agent for the vehicle. The top tether strap must be attached to an upper anchorage point using an extension strap if necessary.

Do not use on any vehicle seat which faces sideways or rearwards.

If an airbag is fitted in the desired seating position where the child restraint is fitted, follow the vehicle manufacturer's warnings and instructions.

INSTALLING INTO VEHICLE FORWARD FACING

A. Remove the installed rear facing child seat from the vehicle by disengaging the seatbelt or ISOFLEX straps and upper anchorage strap as described on pages 51 to 53.
B. Remove the padded insert (if supplied) as this is no longer required.

C. Store the stabilising bar; lift the cover at the end of the seat to uncover the storage recess.

D. Press the button on the side of the restraint and gently push stabilising bar back and down into the recessed area.

E. Re-attach the cover at the end of the seat.

IMPORTANT :

DO NOT USE RESTRAINT IN FORWARD-FACING POSITION WITH THE STABILISING BAR PULLED OUT.

Do not recline into rearward facing position when using restraint in forward facing mode.

CONVERT THE RESTRAINT TO FORWARD FACING MODE (UPRIGHT OR RECLINED)

A. To convert the restraint to forward facing mode (from rearward facing mode), simply pull the recline foot handle and rotate the foot to the forward facing reclined position. The foot will automatically lock at the correct position.
B. Determine whether an upright or reclined position is preferred and adjust if necessary. To adjust the restraint to the fully upright position, grasp the handle on the foot, then pull the handle outwards and hold to release the lock. Rotate the foot fully downwards, then release the handle to lock the foot in the fully upright position. The indicator on the side of the restraint identifies the forward facing and reclined positions.
C. Check the foot is securely locked into position.

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FULLY UPRIGHT FORWARD FACING

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FULLY RECLINED FORWARD FACING

NOTE: Do not recline excessively. Only use these positions.

INSTALLING INTO VEHICLE FORWARD FACING -WITH SEATBELT

A. Position the restraint in forward facing mode and align restraint centrally with the chosen seating position.
Some vehicle seat fabrics (particularly velours) may be damaged by a child restraint used continuously. We recommend the use of a long Messy Mat ^™ or thick towel to keep the vehicle seat in good condition.
B. Fully lengthen seatbelt. Insert seatbelt tongue through the forward facing seatbelt path (yellow), ensuring that the seatbelt is behind the harness straps (as shown). Ensure the lap part of the seatbelt is below the hooks.
C. Engage the vehicle seatbelt buckle and tongue. Remove all slack from the lap part of the seatbelt by pulling sash belt.

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D. Grasp the sash belt edge between thumb and fingers in each hand. Slide the belt up into the lock-off slot to the top of the slot. If the sash belt is not slack it may not enter the lock-off slot.
E. Pull the sash belt through the lock-off (if supplied) to fully tighten the seatbelt. Pull the sash belt firmly. Recheck the lap belt remains tight without slack. Recheck the sash belt remains tight by pulling any slack through the lock-off. Feed any slack back into the retractor. The child restraint should now be firmly fitted to the vehicle seat.
F. Always check all slack is removed from the lap belt by pulling the sash belt through the lock-off
G. Push down on seat, whilst pulling the sash belt firmly to tighten the seatbelt. This will make the lap belt very tight across the restraint. Allow the excess sash belt to feed back into retractor.

Always remove slack from seatbelt.

A loose seatbelt is dangerous.

Pull the sash belt through the lock-off (if supplied) to fully tighten the seatbelt

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H. If upper anchorage strap is folded up for storage undo storage strap then lengthen. Fully press adjuster button (1) while pulling upper anchorage strap (2) to lengthen.

I. Fit the attachment clip on the upper anchorage strap to the anchor fitting as shown. Make sure to remove as many twists as possible from the upper anchorage strap.

Always attach the hook and remove slack

J. Tighten adjustable top tether strap by pulling adjustment strap to remove slack as shown below, but do not over-tighten causing the restraint base to lift off the vehicle seat.

K. Fold up excess strap and use the top tether pocket to store excess strap away from child's reach.

Always remove slack from top tether. A loose top tether is dangerous.

IMPORTANT :

Always secure the loose end of the top tether strap to prevent it hanging out of the car or being accessible by the child.

THIS RESTRAINT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE WHERE THE TOP TETHER STRAP MAY FALL INTO A SPLIT IN THE SEAT BACK OR OFF THE SIDE OF THE SEAT.

Always ensure that the car seatbelt is firmly restraining the restraint on the vehicle seat.

ALWAYS ATTACH TOP TETHER HOOK AND REMOVE SLACK IN THE TOP TETHER STRAP.

Check that the seatbelt is not twisted and the diagonal belt is only clamped by the lock-off which is located on the opposite side from the car seat buckle.

CAUTION:

CHILDREN CAN BE INJURED OR RESTRAINTS AND TOP TETHER STRAP DAMAGED BY UNSECURED CARGO IN A COLLISION. SECURE OR REMOVE HAZARDOUS CARGO BEFORE USING THIS CHILD RESTRAINT.

IMPORTANT: Always secure the loose end of the top tether strap to prevent it hanging out of the car or being accessible by the child. THIS RESTRAINT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE WHERE THE TOP TETHER STRAP MAY FALL INTO A SPLIT IN THE SEAT BACK OR OFF THE SIDE OF THE SEAT.

INSTALLING THE RESTRAINT INTO THE CAR (USING ISOFLEX CONNECTORS IF SUPPLIED WITH THE CHILD RESTRAINT)

To prevent damage to vehicle seat it may be necessary to remove or open a trim covering the ISOFIX low anchorages.

A. Locate the ISOFIX Low Anchorages in the vehicle rear seat. If you cannot locate the ISOFIX bars, check your vehicle owners manual.

B. With the restraint upright, remove both ISOFLEX connectors from storage on the sides of the restraint by unclipping the press studs and lifting the trim away. Then remove the ISOFLEX connector by pressing the red button on the connector and removing from the storage location.

C. Recline instructions are shown on page 59.

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D. Press and hold the ISOFLEX strap adjuster button and pull the connector strap to fully lengthen. Repeat for both connector straps.
E. Place the restraint in the desired location on the vehicle seat between the two ISOFIX low anchorages. Ensure the child seat is against the vehicle seat back as shown. Engage the ISOFLEX connectors into each ISOFIX low anchorage. A click may be felt; A green indicator will show on the top of the ISOFLEX connector when it has engaged. Pull the adjusting strap to remove most of the slack on each side but do not tighten.

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F. Push downwards on the seat to compress the seat into the vehicle. Whilst pushing, pull on adjuster strap to remove all slack and tighten the ISOFLEX strap. Repeat for the adjuster strap on the other side of the restraint. The two tension indicators must show 'green' indicating minimum tension has been applied.

Always remove slack from ISOFLEX Straps.

A loose installation is dangerous.

IMPORTANT:

Do not attach the lower attachment connectors of two separate child restraints to the same ISOFIX low anchorages in your car.

Always attach the top tether strap to the child restraint upper anchorage in your car.

Child restraint lower attachment connectors and the ISOFIX low anchorages in your car are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by a correctly fitted child restraint.

H. If upper anchorage strap is folded up for storage undo storage strap then lengthen. Fully press adjuster button (1) while pulling upper anchorage strap (2) to lengthen.

H. Fit the attachment clip on the upper anchorage strap to the anchor fitting as shown. Make sure to remove as many twists as possible from the upper anchorage strap.

WARNING

Always attach the hook and remove slack

I. Tighten adjustable top tether strap by pulling adjustment strap to remove slack as shown below, but do not over-tighten causing the restraint base to lift off the vehicle seat.

J. Fold up excess strap and use the top tether pocket to store excess strap away from child's reach.

IMPORTANT :

Always secure the loose end of the top tether strap to prevent it hanging out of the car or being accessible by the child.

THIS RESTRAINT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE WHERE THE TOP TETHER STRAP MAY FALL INTO A SPLIT IN THE SEAT BACK OR OFF THE SIDE OF THE SEAT.

Always ensure that the car seatbelt is firmly restraining the restraint on the vehicle seat.

ALWAYS ATTACH TOP TETHER HOOK AND REMOVE SLACK IN THE TOP TETHER STRAP.

Check that the seatbelt is not twisted and the diagonal belt is only clamped by the lock-off which is located on the opposite side from the car seat buckle.

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Pull Adjustment Strap to remove slack

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Roll up excess strap and store in the pocket attached to the cover.

CAUTION:

CHILDREN CAN BE INJURED OR RESTRAINTS AND TOP TETHER STRAP DAMAGED BY UNSECURED CARGO IN A COLLISION. SECURE OR REMOVE HAZARDOUS CARGO BEFORE USING THIS CHILD RESTRAINT.

IMPORTANT:

Always secure the loose end of the top tether strap to prevent it hanging out of the car or being accessible by the child.

THIS RESTRAINT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE WHERE THE TOP TETHER STRAP MAY FALL INTO A SPLIT IN THE SEAT BACK OR OFF THE SIDE OF THE SEAT.

ADJUSTING HASSLE FREE HARNESS™ HEADREST

Correct fitment of the harness is very important as it restrains the child in the restraint. The headrest must be in the correct position & the harness must fit firmly around upper torso of the child and be positioned so as to leave the child's arms and legs free.

Lower shoulder height marker

Adjustment of the headrest automatically adjusts the harness shoulder strap position. If the headrest has side wings they should be just above the child's shoulders. If there are no side wings, the shoulder straps must be in the slots which are nearest to the child's shoulders, but not more than 25 mm below the child's shoulders.

Always adjust the height of the headrest, thus the shoulder straps as the child grows.

If the headrest is in the top position and the shoulders are above the upper shoulder height marker then the child is too tall for the restraint and the restraint should not be used; move to next type of restraint (see pages 23).

NOTE: This child restraint does not require the shoulder straps to be disconnected to adjust their height, only the headrest needs to be moved to adjust the shoulder strap position.

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ADJUSTING HASSLE FREE HARNESS™ HEADREST

A. Loosen the harness straps before adjusting the headrest.
B. To adjust the headrest, pull on the latch on the back of the restraint and pull up or down to position the top of the shoulder strap slot above the child's shoulders. Release the latch to lock the headrest in position. Pull headrest upwards to check it is locked in position.

This method can be used when the child restraint is installed in the vehicle in rearward facing position. Small adjustments may be possible with the child still in the seat.

OR

B. Pull the top of the padded insert forward to expose the "PUSH" label at the centre of the headrest. Place finger on the "PUSH" button, press in towards restraint, lift the headrest loop to adjust upward or downward.

Be sure to use the 'push' button label as a guide. Press the 'push' button (approx. 10mm) into the recess behind the cover. Once released check the headrest has latched by attempting to lift the headrest using the headrest loop.

IMPORTANT :

Ensure harness and headrest are positioned so that the shoulder straps are just above or inline with the child's shoulders but not lower. The bottom of the headrest side wings will usually be just above the infant's shoulders.

It is not necessary to remove the harness straps to adjust the headrest position. Refer to Care and Maintenance for cover removal page 83.

PLACING CHILD IN THE RESTRAINT

A. Ensure the headrest and shoulder straps are adjusted to the correct height for your child (see page 71. Loosen shoulder straps by pressing the harness adjuster and pull both shoulder straps evenly. Pull out the desired amount of slack. Place the two harness tongues into the Buckle Tongue Holder (if supplied).

Move the harness buckle towards the harness adjuster for easier fitment next time you put the infant in the carrier.

B. Place child in the restraint and feed each arm through the shoulder straps. Pull harness buckle up between child's legs.

C. Fit either harness tongue into the harness buckle followed by the other tongue. A click is heard when the last tongue is fully engaged.

Should the second tongue not engage - press the red button and reinsert the tongues. Ensure secure engagement by pulling harness straps. If the harness buckle does not engage correctly then it may require cleaning or seek replacement - refer to page 84. The buckle tongues are fully engaged when both tongues are inserted and 'click' is heard.

D. Ensure slack is removed from harness lap strap by pulling shoulder straps then pull harness adjustment strap to adjust harness to a comfortable but firm fit. Ensure that any slack in harness straps is removed. Shoulder harness straps must fit firmly to the child. A loose harness could result in serious injury in an accident.

Do not use the restraint if straps do not tighten. Contact your local authorised service agent for repair.

Store instruction manual in pocket provided and tuck pocket under trim cover.

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WARNING: DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED IN THE CAR.

CAUTION: ALWAYS REMOVE SLACK A LOOSE HARNESS IS DANGEROUS.

Make sure that nothing is obstructing harness straps and that child's arms and legs are free with the straps in the correct location - see previous page.

Do not use the restraint if straps do not tighten and contact BRITAX Childcare Customer Service. Refer to back cover for contact details.

REMOVING CHILD FROM RESTRAINT

A. Push and hold the harness adjustment lever while pulling both shoulder harness straps to slacken harness to the desired amount.

B. Press the red button on harness buckle, both harness tongues will be released. Insert buckle tongues into harness tongue holders to hold harness straps away from the child. Move each shoulder strap aside.

To remove the seat refer to page 77 for ISOFLEX or below for seatbelt installation.

REMOVE RESTRAINT FROM VEHICLE FITTED WITH SEATBELT

A. Remove the top tether strap from pocket and fully press top tether adjuster button (1) while pulling top tether strap (2) to slacken as shown. In some vehicles loosening of the top tether strap may be difficult. If so, try pushing the restraint against the vehicle seat back or slightly lifting the restraint to release the tension.

B. Disengage the attachment clip from upper anchorage fitting.

C. Store loose strap in the top tether storage pocket provided on the cover.

D. Disengage the vehicle seatbelt buckle from any lock-off devices on both sides of the restraint.

E. Disengage seatbelt from the restraint belt paths. Allow seatbelt to feed back into seatbelt retractor.

Fully press Adjuster Button (1) while pulling Upper Anchorage Strap (2) to lengthen.

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Roll up excess strap and store in the pocket attached to the cover to avoid tripping when moving the restraint.

REMOVE RESTRAINT FROM VEHICLE FITTED WITH ISOFLEX

To store the ISOFLEX connectors on the inside of the seat wings.

A. Press the ISOFLEX strap adjuster button to release tension on the straps.
B. Press the red release button on each ISOFLEX connector and remove them from the vehicle ISOFIX low anchorages.
C. Adjust the ISOFLEX strap to the shortest length and engage each ISOFLEX connector onto its storage pin. Remove slack but do not tighten. The storage pin may be damaged if the strap is tightened.

Pull trim over ISOFLEX connector and clip into press stud.

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D. Remove the excess tether strap from pocket and fully press top tether adjuster button (1) while pulling top tether strap (2) to slacken as shown. In some vehicles loosening of the top tether strap may be difficult. If so, try pushing the restraint against the vehicle seat back or slightly lifting the restraint to release the tension.

E. Disengage the attachment clip from upper anchorage fitting.

Store loose strap in the storage pocket provided on the cover.

Fully press Adjuster Button (1) while pulling Upper Anchorage Strap (2) to lengthen.

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Roll up excess strap and store in the pocket attached to the cover to avoid tripping when moving the restraint.

THIS RESTRAINT IS SUITABLE FOR USE ON AN AIRCRAFT WHEN INSTALLED AS DIRECTED.

HOW TO INSTALL USING AIRCRAFT LAP BELT

The child restraint must be used in accordance with the aircraft procedures, and any directions from the aircraft operator, pilot or crew.

Some child restraints may not fit in smaller aircraft and can not be used with aircraft seatbelts that contain airbags unless they can be disabled.

Inform the aircraft operator that a child restraint is intended to be used on the aircraft when booking the flight as the child restraint may not be suitable for use in that operator's aircraft.

Follow the instructions of the flight crew or pilot.

For use of the child restraint in cars in countries other than Australia and New Zealand as follows:

(A) The child restraint may not be acceptable for use in cars.

(B) The user may need to consult the country's local authorities, car hire companies, car insurance companies, etc. for advice.

TO FIT THE CHILD RESTRAINT TO THE AIRCRAFT SEAT IN FORWARD FACING:

A. Set the recline position to fully upright. Position the restraint in forward-facing mode and align centrally with the chosen seating position. We recommend to fit the restraint nearest the window or in a middle seat if in centre seating area, so it will not interfere with an adult exiting the row of seats. If possible, lift the armrests out of the way to improve access to installing the aircraft lap belt. However airline staff will direct you to the desired seat position.

B. The top tether is not required to be used to fit the child restraint in an aircraft. Shorten the top tether strap and store in its storage pocket. Attach the tether clip to the elastic loop provided on the restraint as shown.

IMPORTANT:

When the tether hook is stored on the loop always remember to attach the upper tether strap when reinstalling in the car.

C. Fully lengthen seatbelt. Thread the seatbelt into AIRCRAFT BELT PATH seatbelt path marker (lower green marker) as shown, ensuring that the seatbelt is behind the harness straps and below the hook as shown, on each side. Engage seatbelt buckle and tongue.

D. Push down on the restraint and remove all slack from the seatbelt.

E. Place child in the seat, fit the harness, engage buckle and remove the slack in the harness.

Illustration of a person's seatbelt with straps and harness (no text or symbols)

marked in green.

Aircraft label is located on the back of the restraint and demonstrates suitability for use on an aircraft.

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This Child Restraint System meets the standards for use In aircraft as recommended by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority of Australia and the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand.

Only to be used on aircraft with the permission of the aircraft operator, pilot and crew.

SUITABLE FOR FORWARD USE

The top tether strap is not required to be used onboard aircraft and should be stowed securely.

REGULAR CARE OF THIS RESTRAINT:

Please check the following items regularly to ensure the safety of your child. Look for deterioration of:

A. Check the webbing of the straps for fraying,
B. Check there are no cracks in moulding,
C. Check the harness adjuster is operating and is clamping the webbing,
D. Ensure the buckle is free of fluff, liquid or other matter that may enter the buckle slots. Clean the buckle if it is sluggish to engage. See next page.

If any part of these parts show signs of deterioration, is cracked or broken, seek repair immediately - contact Britax Customer Service 1300 303 330

CLEANING CAR SEAT

HARDWARE: Use only mild soap to clean all metal and plastic parts of your child's restraint, using a damp sponge or cloth. Do not use chemicals or cleaning agents. Do not try and place any hardware into a washing machine.

STRAPS/HARNESS: We recommend spot cleaning straps and harness with a damp sponge or cloth using only cold or warm water. Never place any straps or harness into a washing machine or tumble dryer.

BUCKLE OPERATION

To ensure the buckle remains operational the inside of the buckle must be kept free of liquids, sand, dirt, fluff, food or similar substances. If the buckle is not operating or you do not hear a strong audible click when the second tongue is inserted then the buckle needs to be washed or replaced. The buckle is fully engaged when both tongues are inserted and a 'click' is heard. Contact Customer Service for assistance.

TO CLEAN HARNESS BUCKLE:

If sticky liquids such as baby formula, fruit juice, etc. get inside your harness buckle, it may become sluggish. An indication of a sluggish harness buckle is that you cannot hear a click when engaging the last harness tongues. To restore the harness buckle to good working order it needs to be cleaned as follows:

A. Remove the harness buckle from the restraint: From the underside of the restraint pull each crotch strap 3-bar slide, turn the 3-bar slide on its side and push back through the slot.
B. Place the harness buckle under warm (max. 40 degrees Celsius) running water as shown below. Let the water run through the mouth of the buckle for five minutes. Check the harness buckle is clean by engaging the harness tongues and buckle several times until you hear a click.
C. If you still cannot hear a strong audible click then repeat the cleaning process several times.
D. Refit the harness buckle to the restraint ensuring the red button facing outwards and the 3-bar slide is fed through the same slots.

If the Harness Buckle cannot be returned to its original working condition then contact BRITAX Customer Service for assistance.

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COVER (STYLE MAY VARY)

The restraint has a flame retardant cover which is removable for cleaning. Cleaning instructions are on the care label attached to the cover. If a fluffy cover is fitted, washing cover prior to use should remove excess fluff.

Drying the padded insert will take additional time as the comfort foam will absorb moisture. Before washing re-engage any hook and loop on the cover and padded insert to prevent fabric damage. The cover has been designed to protect your child when seated in the restraint. Care should be taken if children either eat or drink while in the restraint as some food or drink products may cause damage or marking to the cover. Wash or clean immediately.

Do not pull sticky items from covers as the cover may be damaged - soak in water and gently remove.

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IMPORTANT:

Do not pull sticky items from covers as the cover may be damaged - soak in water and gently remove.

TO REMOVE COVER:

NOTE: There is no need to disconnect the shoulder harness assembly straps from restraint.

A. Remove the restraint from vehicle.
B. Disengage the harness tongues from the harness buckle.
C. Remove any accessories, padded insert, crotch pad and shoulder pads (if supplied).

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TO REMOVE COVER

A. To remove headrest cover:

Remove headrest cover by unclipping the press studs next to the shoulder harness. At the back of the headrest hardware lift elastic loops over headrest and peel cover away from the seat.

B. Unhook the elastic loops at the top of the cover located at the back of the restraint and the elastic loops at the bottom of the restraint located under the front of the restraint.

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Press Studs

C. Remove the cover by unclipping any press studs from the moulding and from the cover middle panel

D. Feed crotch buckle through crotch strap slot in the cover and feed the shoulder harness behind the centre flap.

If fitted with SICT ^™ remove plastic flaps from the both sides of the cover (next to air cushion).

IMPORTANT:

Do not remove the impact foam attached to the side wings. Ensure the shoulder harness is routed over the bar if harness straps are removed.

TO REPLACE COVER:

A. Feed the harness tongues and shoulder straps through the side slots in the cover.
B. Stretch the cover over the top of the restraint first, then the sides, then stretch the cover around the rim of the restraint. Attach the elastic loops at the top of the cover located at the back of the restraint and the elastic loops at the bottom of the restraint located under the front of the restraint. Re-attach and press studs to the moulding. Feed the crotch buckle through slot in cover.

If fitted with SICT ^TM - replace plastic flaps into the slots on both sides of the cover (next to air cushion).

C. Pull the adjuster strap through the cover. Ensure none of the harness straps are twisted.

To replace headrest cover for adjustable headrest with side wings:

Lift headrest cover over headrest, place elastic loops behind headrest and clip press studs together next to shoulder harness.

Refit the padded insert (if supplied) or other accessories if required. If the headrest has moved reset the headrest so the shoulder straps are positioned correctly for the child. See page 45 for Rearward Facing and page 71 for Forward facing.

Hook elastic loop at the back of the restraint

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Top-down view of a car backseat with seatbelt and seat, no text or symbols visible

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Press Studs

TO REPLACE SHOULDER STRAPS:

If the harness straps have been removed from the metal strap connector.

A. Refit the harness strap by feeding through the previous shoulder strap slots in the headrest. You MUST thread the shoulder strap OVER cross bar and then re-attach the straps to metal strap connector at the back of the seat (as shown here). Check that the straps are connected and none of the harness straps are twisted.
B. Refit any cover trims and/or accessories as per their instructions.

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Cross Bar

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Metal Strap Connector

ONLY USE BRITAX SAFE-N-SOUND SEAT COVERS AND ACCESSORIES THAT ARE DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR USE WITH THIS PRODUCT.

VERY IMPORTANT:

Only replace the cover with Safe-n-Sound supplied replacement cover with identical shoulder height markers or a replacement cover meeting AS/NZS 8005.

Use of aftermarket accessories, that is, accessories not provided with this child restraint can reduce the safety of the child restraint and may cause injury or death. Always follow the instructions covering the use of accessories in these instructions or the instructions provided with the accessory. If an aftermarket accessory is used that is not recommended by Britax then ensure that the accessory is for this restraint and compliant with AS/NZS 8005 and is stated as suitable for use with this child restraint.

The following instructions apply to accessories that may be supplied with this restraint at point of purchase. If not, a variety of Britax Safe-n-Sound accessories are available from various retailers of Britax Safe-n-Sound products.

SHOULDER PADS (IF SUPPLIED)

Shoulder pads are designed to provide extra comfort for baby or child and are easily fitted to the shoulder harness straps by:

A. Unclip fasteners and remove shoulder pads from harness.
B. Re-fit shoulder pads to harness and attach fasteners for use.

CROTCH PAD (IF SUPPLIED)

The crotch pad is designed to provide extra comfort for baby or child and is fitted to the crotch buckle straps. It can be removed when the buckle is disengaged.

POCKETS (IF SUPPLIED)

The pockets sewn on the trim are designed for your convenience. They can hold those necessary items that you need at a moments notice. e.g. Bottle, face washer, toy etc. Only use for light weight items, do not force large items into pocket.

CAUTION:

If using the pocket to store filled bottles, please ensure contents are not contaminated due to prolonged storage. Ensure pocket contents are not crushed by car door when closing.

EZ BUCKLE SYSTEM (WHERE FITTED)

EZ Buckle system retains the harness buckle and flips it into a forward position when the tongue are disengaged and prevents the child from sitting on the buckle when boarding.

A. Feed EZ Buckle system though slot in front of crotch buckle slot
B. Feed Crotch buckle through slot in EZ Buckle system so it just passes through the slot as shown.
Ensure that the EZ Buckle system is behind the buckle. See illustration C.

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PADDED INSERT - STYLE MAY VARY

Your restraint will be supplied with either a full or half padded insert which is designed to snugly support your baby. If supplied, the full padded insert is suitable for small to medium baby. The insert can be used with the headrest in the lower three positions. When adjusting to the fourth lowest position it is then time to discontinue the use of the full padded insert. Discontinue use if the padded insert is a tight fit or creates discomfort.

If supplied, the half padded insert may be used until the child's shoulders reach the lower shoulder height marker, or the padded insert causes discomfort.

The padded inserts are not suitable for forward facing use. Fit as follows:-

A. Disconnect buckle and place insert under shoulder and lap straps.
B. Feed the crotch strap through the flap in the padded insert and re-connect buckle.

Pull crotch strap through flap in padded insert.

MESSY MAT™ (IF SUPPLIED)

The Messy Mats have been specifically designed to protect your vehicle seat from damage by the child restraint and children's shoes rubbing against it. If the Messy Mat has been supplied it must be used to protect the car upholstery.

Place pocket on edge of seat, smooth back toward seat join ('A') and fit in any excess Messy Mat into the join of the car seat ('A').

CAUTION:

The Messy Mat pocket is only for small, light items. DO NOT overload the pocket with heavy, bulky items as this may damage the pocket or cause passengers to trip over them.

Note: Some Messy Mats may not have pockets.

Consult the vehicle owner's handbook for location of anchorage fittings or anchorage points and the possible use of spacers. Some vehicles may have an anchor fitting fitted by the vehicle manufacturer. If anchorage points cannot be found refer to car manufacturer or local child restraint fitting station or traffic authority for optimum position of upper anchorage point and the use of spacers.

TOP TETHER STRAP

IMPORTANT:

THE ATTACHMENT CLIP COVER MUST ALWAYS BE USED AS IT PREVENTS THE RISK OF INCORRECT FITMENT OF THE ATTACHMENT CLIP TO THE UPPER ANCHORAGE POINT. BEFORE EACH USE OF THE RESTRAINT ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE ATTACHMENT CLIP IS CORRECTLY ENGAGED TO THE UPPER ANCHORAGE POINT AND NOT HOOKED TO OR FITTED TO, ANY OTHER OBJECT. THIS IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT IN VEHICLES SUCH AS STATION WAGONS, VANS, HATCH BACKS OR VEHICLES WITHOUT A FIXED PARCEL SHELF, SINCE THE ANCHOR POINT IS USUALLY NOT VISIBLE.

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION NOTE:

In some vehicles the upper anchorage point in the rear vertical panel can only be installed in one way. Please refer to vehicle owner's handbook or a child restraint fitting station for correct method.

The shaded areas of this diagram illustrate the possible locations of the upper anchorage point (car anchor fitting). Within each shaded area is an upper anchorage point showing the correct way to install the fitting. Ensure the upper anchorage point is aligned as illustrated unless stated otherwise in the vehicle owner's handbook.

IF THE CAR IS FITTED WITH CHILD RESTRAINT UPPER ANCHORAGE POINT

Locate the upper anchorage point behind the rear seating position. (Consult the car owners handbook for the location of the upper anchorage point). The upper anchorage point should be directly behind and central to the restraint. Remove thread plug from the parcel shelf/floor/roof, etc. and install attachment bolt and fitting as shown in Fig 1.

CAUTION: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN ATTACHMENT BOLT. OVERTIGHTENING MAY FRACTURE OR BREAK BOLT. MAXIMUM TORQUE IS 20 Nm(14.75 ft.lb.)

Note: Minimum of five full turns of attachment bolt is required before tightening force is applied.

IF THE CAR IS NOT FITTED WITH CHILD RESTRAINT UPPER ANCHORAGE POINTS

For Sedans only - Drill 9mm diameter hole in the parcel shelf on the centre line of the seating position as shown in Fig 3. Before drilling the hole, check the underside for accessibility. Install the attachment bolt as shown in Fig 2. It is recommended that this installation be carried out by a child restraint fitting station or licenced motor mechanic.

For vehicles other than Sedans - In Australia, consult your nearest child restraint fitting station or traffic authority for vehicle inspection to find the best, correct position for the placement of the upper anchorage point, and for the correct attachment bolt length and use of spacers. In New Zealand, consult the agent for the vehicle. Note to Queensland purchasers: The installation of anchorage points must be approved by authorised officers appointed by Queensland Transport. Authorised officers can be sourced from all Queensland Transport Customer Service and Queensland Ambulance Service Centres.

UPPER ANCHORAGE FITTING

ONLY USE A 5/16 UNC GRADE 5 BOLT. IF THE BOLT IS NOT THE CORRECT LENGTH THE CAR MANUFACTURER'S HAND BOOK CAN PROVIDE ADVICE ON THE CORRECT LENGTH BOLT.

NOTE: Marking on the top of a Grade 5 Bolt. Do not use any bolt without these marks.

WARNING

CHILD RESTRAINTS MUST NOT BE ATTACHED TO UNSOUND METAL OR TO WOOD, OR SYNTHETIC STRUCTURES. WHEN DRILLING 9 MM HOLE DO NOT DRILL THROUGH FUEL LINES, FUEL TANKS, ELECTRICAL WIRING, OR RADIO SPEAKERS. WEBBING STRAPS MUST BE PROTECTED FROM SHARP CORNERS AND EDGES. THE ANCHOR FITTING MUST BE USED ONLY AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. IT MUST NOT BE HOOKED ONTO ANY OTHER OBJECT.

CAR INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES

(From retailers of Britax Safe-n-Sound products)

EXTRA ANCHOR KITS: Available for using the restraint in additional cars.

Re-order no: 0038 or 0289

EXTENSION STRAPS: May be required for cars without a fixed parcel shelf.

Re-order no: 0035 or 0291 (length 300mm) or

0036 or 0290 (length 600mm)

SAFETY

Never hold a baby in arms when riding in a motor vehicle. In this position the baby could be thrown against the dashboard, windscreen or other occupant and suffer serious injury or death.

When riding in a motor vehicle never nurse a baby and use the same seat belt for both of you. In this position the baby or child could be crushed.

Never breast feed a baby while car is in motion.

Children must be secured in appropriate restraints at all times when the car is in motion. Children travelling unrestrained and standing up in the car are in danger of serious injury or death. Traffic regulations in all states require children to be secured in child restraints or adult seat belts where available.

Plan your trip with frequent comfort stops to reduce stress on babies, young children and driver. Keep the car well ventilated to reduce heat stress. Car windows should be kept open to maintain a good flow of fresh air.

Never leave babies or toddlers in a stationary car because of the risk of heat exhaustion.

Ensure babies and toddlers are adequately shaded from direct sunlight through side or rear windows.

Check the car is ventilated by opening windows or using the car's ventilation system taking in external air. Recirculation setting is not suitable for providing ventilation.

Be on guard against carbon monoxide poisoning which can occur through only a slight leak in the exhaust system while travelling in a closed car.

Securely stow all heavy objects, feeding bottles, etc. that could become missiles during an accident and cause injury to any occupant.

CLOTHING/BATHING

Since it is often warmer in the car, dress the baby in light clothing.

Do not harness an infant wrapped in a blanket or swaddled. Any blanket or wrap must only be placed over the harness and infant.

If your restraint has been involved in a severe crash, you should destroy the restraint even if no damage is obvious. Some insurance companies offer vehicle insurance which covers or partially covers the replacement of your child restraint. Contact your insurance company for further details. Your insurance company may require you to keep the child restraint for assessment, but do not use the child restraint after a severe crash. To assist you in making an accident insurance claim cut the following statement and include it with your claim.

NOTICE TO INSURANCE COMPANY CHILD RESTRAINT INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT

All Britax Safe-n-Sound child restraints are manufactured to Australian/New Zealand Standards AS/NZS1754-2013 which require us to advise users of child restraints to "Destroy the entire restraint if it has been in use in a severe crash, even if no damage is obvious". The joint Australian/New Zealand Standards committee CS/85, advise that this statement applies whether a child was in the child restraint or not. A severe crash, we consider as being one where the main body structure of the vehicle is distorted.

There is no method of determining if the restraint has been damaged and we concur with the Australian/New Zealand Standards in recommending destruction of the child restraint.

This notice is to advise you of the requirements of the Australian/New Zealand Standards and our obligation in complying with the standards.

Please assist the owner of this restraint in their claim.

Britax Childcare Pty. Ltd.

(Incorporated in Victoria)

A.B.N 55 006 773 600

Head office and registered address:

Level 4, 650 Lorimer Street, Port Melbourne, VIC, 3207

P.O. Box 5119 Garden City, VIC, 3207

Telephone: [phone]

New Zealand Office:

Britax Childcare NZ Limited.

PO Box 100-247 Auckland 9

Telephone: [phone]

CRASH EXCHANGE

We would never want you to experience an accident, but unfortunately accidents do happen.

If you experience an accident you may be eligible for a free replacement.

The Britax Safe-n-Sound Crash Exchange Program is a voluntary program designed to ensure that our children are safe and that any seat that may have experienced a severe crash is taken out of the market.

There is no method of determining if the restraint has been damaged in a severe crash, so the restraint should be destroyed as the crash may reduce the child restraints ability to perform.

Since its inception in 2006, the Crash Exchange program has helped 100's of families ensure that their children have new restraints and that the restraints are not sold second hand placing others at risk.

Our Crash Exchange Terms and Application form are accessible on our website. Please visit www.britax.com.au for further information.

AUSTRALIA

Britax Childcare Pty. Ltd.

A.B.N 55 006 773 600

Head office and registered address:

Level 4, 650 Lorimer Street, Port Melbourne, VIC, 3207

P.O. Box 5119 Garden City, VIC, 3207

Customer Service 1300 303 330

Email [e-mail]

www.britax.com.au

NEW ZEALAND

Britax Childcare (NZ) Ltd.

Customer Service 0508 688 822

Email [e-mail]

www.britax.com.nz

INTERNATIONAL ENQUIRIES

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WARRANTY

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonable foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

For the full terms of the Warranty refer to the Britax website www.britax.com.au/service-support/warranty

The Safe-n-Sound trademark, ISOFLEX and product names are the property of Britax Childcare Pty. Ltd. (Australia). The Britax trademarks are the property of Britax Childcare Holdings LTD, UK.

We reserve the right to alter this product without notice.

© 1995-2018 Britax Childcare Pty. Ltd. This product is covered by Australian and overseas Patent applications. Patents pending.

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