PARKWAY SG - Car seat BRITAX - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL PARKWAY SG BRITAX

Safety Information. Warnings …. Important Notes Certification Registration Child Size: Height and Weight Limitations.

Vehicle Compatibi Vehicle Buckle Pos Vehicle Seat Belts Incompatible Vehicle Seat Bel

Using the Child Seat Attaching the Backrest Removing the Backresi Adjusting the Backrest Adjusting Head Restraint Height. SecureGuard

Adjusting SecureGuard Fit Using the Retractable Cup Holders

Positioning the Booster Seat … Positioning and Securing Your Child with Backrest… Positioning and Securing Your Child without Backresi

Care and Maintenance. Cover Removal …

Removing the Backrest Cover Removing the Head Restraint Cove: Removing the Armrest Covers. Removing the Seat Cover Cleaning the Cover. Replacing the Cover Cleaning the Shell Warranty

©2009 Britax Child Safety, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in USA P376400_R1:07.09 This product and is components are subject to change without notice.

+ Use only with children who weigh between 40 and 120 Ibs (18.1 and 54.4 kg) and whose height is between 38 and 63 inches (96.5 and 160 cm).

+ Use only the vehicle’s lap and shoulder belt system when restraining a child in this booster seat.

+ Secure this child restraint with a vehicle belt.

* Follow all instructions on this child restraint and in the written instructions located under the base of the seat.

+ Register your child restraint with the manufacturer.

+ Use this booster seat forward-facing only.

+ DO NOT use this booster seat as a backless booster unless it is used in a seating position with a vehicle head restraint.

+ DO NOT use this booster seat as a backless booster unless proper vehicle belt placement can be achieved.

- This booster seat must not be used in the home, in boats, or in other non-certified applications.

+ Secure this booster seat with a vehicle seat belt even when itis not occupied. In a crash, an unsecured booster seat may injure vehicle occupants.

+ This booster seat is not compatible with Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH).

+ DO NOT use this booster seat with two-point vehicle belts (lap belt only or shoulder belt only). Your child could be seriously injured in the event of a crash.

+ Based on crash statistics, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommendés that parents select the rear seat as the safest location for a properly positioned booster seat. Please study the section on Vehicle Seat Belts in this booklet to ensure the child's safety. If in doubt about installing this booster seat, consult the vehicle owner's manual.

DO NOT use any part of this booster seat with other seat cushions or backrests.

The use of non-Britax covers, inserts, toys, accessories or tightening devices is not approved by Britax. Their use could cause this booster seat not to perform as intended.

To prevent injury due to deterioration, discontinue use of a booster seat that is older than six years or has been in a severe crash.

The primary protection for occupants of a vehicle in a collision is the structure of the vehicle itself; a booster seat will not protect a child when the vehicle is seriously impacted. However, correctly installed, a booster seat will substantially improve the chances for survival in most crashes. Make sure that all users fully understand the correct ways to use this booster seat in a vehicle.

+ The NHTSA and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children should remain in a child seat with a 5-point harness until reaching the maximum weight or height allowed.

+ Cover the booster seat when the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight. Parts of the booster seat could become hot enough to burn a child.

+ Store the booster seat in a safe place when it is not being used. Avoid placing heavy objects on top of the booster seat.

+ DO NOT leave children alone in a vehicle, even for a short time.

+ DO NOT, except as described in this booklet, attempt to disassemble any part of the booster seat or change the way the vehicle’s seat belts are used.

+ DO NOT leave loose objects, e.g. books, bags, etc., in the back of a vehicle. In the event of a sudden stop, loose objects will keep moving, potentially causing serious injuries.

+ DO NOT leave folding vehicle seats unsecured. In the event of a sudden stop, a loose seat back could cause the booster seat not to perform as intended.

+ DO NOT allow children to play with this booster seat.

+ DO NOT use anything to raise the booster seat off the vehicle seat. In a crash, this could cause the booster seat not to perform as intended.

This child restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety standards. This Restraint is Not Certified for Use in Aircraft.

Child restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register this restraint to be reached in a recall. Send your name, address, e-mail address if available, and the restraint's model number and manufacturing date to Britax Child Safety, Inc. 13501 South Ridge Drive Charlotte, NC 28273 or call 1-888-4BRITAX or register on line at www.BritaxUSA.com/ registration. For recall information, call the US Government's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

Date of Manufacture:

Child Size: Height and Weight Limitations

Only use forward-facing with children:

+ who weigh between 40 and 120 lbs (18.1 and 54.4 kg) and

+ who are between 38 and 63 in. (96.5 and 160 cm) in height and

* when the top of the child's ears are below the top of the head restraint (Fig. À) and

+ when the shoulder belt lies across the center of the child's chest and is positioned at or above the child's shoulder through the shoulder belt guide and

- when the lap belt is routed under the armrests, through the SecureGuard, across the child's upper thighs.

When Using without Backrest Only use forward-facing with children: + who weigh between 40 and 120 lbs (18.1 and 54.4 kg) and + who are between 38 and 63 in. (96.5 and 160 cm) in height and + when the top of the child’s ears are below the top of the vehicle head restraint and + when the shoulder belt lies across the center of the child's chest and is positioned at or above the child's shoulder (Fig. C) and + when the lap belt is routed under the armrests, through the SecureGuard, across the child's upper thighs.

f à À WARNING: DO NOT use the booster seat with the backrest if any of the following apply:

* the child weighs less than 40 lbs (18.1 kg) or

* the child weighs more than 120 lbs (54.4 Kg) or

* the child is less than 38 in. (96.5 cm) in height or

* the child exceeds 63 in. (160 cm) in height or

* the top ofthe ears are above the top of the fully raised head restraint (Fig. B).

'd à À WARNING: DO NOT use the booster seat without the backrest if any of the following apply:

* the child weighs less than 40 lbs (18.1 kg) or the child weighs more than 120 Ibs (54.4 kg) or

the child is less than 38 in. (96.5 cm) in height or

the child exceeds 63 in. (160 cm) in height or

the top of the ears are above the top ofthe fully raised vehicle head restraint (Fig. D) or

proper vehicle seat belt positioning cannot be achieved across the child's shoulder and

[ N A WARNING! Based on crash statistics, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends that parents select the back seat as the safest location for a

properly positioned booster seat.

DO NOT place a booster seat on the front seat with an air bag unless it is deactivated. DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur. See your vehicle owner's manual for booster seat positioning instructions. The back seat is the safest place for children 12 and under.

This booster seat must only be used in forward-facing vehicle seats. Side-facing or rear-facing seats CANNOT be used. For questions about positioning the booster seat consult the vehicle owner's manual.

Some vehicles have no seating positions which are compatible with this booster seat or any other child seat. See diagram below.

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

Vehicle Buckle Position

ù À WARNING! The position of the vehicle seat belt buckle can adversely affect the stability of the booster seat.

Ifthe buckle lies near the incorrect position ( X ) when the vehicle seat belt is tightened, try fitting the booster seat

in another seating position OR consult your vehicle owner’s manual to see if you can lower the vehicle buckle position by twisting the vehicle buckle stalk.

fit is not possible to achieve the correct position (./ ) for the buckle, then another seating position or child seat MUST be used.

Vehicle Compat Vehicle Compatibility

Vehicl Bel (A incompatible Vehicle Seat Belts à IMPORTANT. Vehicle seats and vehicle seat belts differ from WARNING! The following types of vehicle seat belts are vehicle to vehicle. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual for NOT compatible with this booster seat: Specific information about vehicle seat belts and their use with child seats. This booster seat can fit securely in most vehicles using existing vehicle seat belts. However, some vehicles do not have seating positions which are compatible with this booster seat or any other child seat. If in doubt, contact the vehicle manufacturer for assistance. To protect your child in a crash, you must use this booster seat with vehicle seat belts that are compatible. This booster seat 1 Vehicle seat belts with 2 Motorized, automatic can only be used with three-point (shoulder and lap) vehicle bott hor vehicle seat belts seat belis. The vehicle owner's manual will have information on top or Doom anc : : à : points on the vehicle the types of vehicle seat belts in your vehicle. If your vehicle door seat belt type is identified on page 11 as incompatible, select l another seating position. Œ © 3 Lap-shoulder belts a Lap belts of any kind.

that have a separate

the lap and shoulder

\V P J Child Seat Features d Seat Features

* Base shown without cover

for clarity. 1 Head Restraint 9 Right Armrest Cover 16 Backrest Hinge Cylinder 2 Head Restraint Cover 10 Base Belt Guide 17 Base Hinge Slot 3 Shoulder Belt Guides 11 Base Cover 18 SecureGuard Adjuster 4 Backrest 12 Cup/Snack Holders 19 User Guide Storage Slot 5 Backrest Cover 13 Base 20 Serial Number and 6 Armrests 14 Head Restraint Height Adjuster Manufactured Date Label 7 _ Left Armrest Cover 15 Elastic Retainers 8 SecureGuard Clip * Appearance of actual product may vary from images in this user guide. * Appearance of actual product may vary from images in this user guide.

Using the Child Seat

Before you use the Parkway SG booster seat for the first time, you will have to complete the assembly steps below.

Attaching the Backrest

IMPORTANT. Keep fingers away from moving parts to avoid potential injury.

1 Detach the elastic loops of the base cover and armrest covers from the back of the booster seat base (Fig. A).

2 Place the base on a flat surface. From the child’s left side of the booster seat, align the backrest hinge cylinder with the hinge slot on the base.

3 Push the backrest hinge all the way into the base hinge slot (Fig. B).

IMPORTANT: DO NOT rotate the backrest until the cylinder has been completely inserted into the base hinge slot. Rotating the backrest before it has been completely inserted may result in damage to the booster seat.

4 Rotate the backrest up until it doesn't rotate into the flat position under its own weight (Fig. C).

5 Attach the elastic loops of the base cover and armrest covers to the elastic retainers on the back of the booster seat (Fig. D).

Using the Child Seat

Removing the Backrest

1 Place the booster seat on a flat surface.

2 Detach the seat cover and armrest covers from the base by unhooking the elastic loops from the elastic retainers on the back of the base (Fig. E).

3 Push the backrest down until it lies flat (Fig. F).

4 Slide the backrest from the child's left side of the base (Fig. G).

5 Attach the elastic loops of the base cover and armrest covers to the elastic

retainers on the back of the base (Fig. H).

NOTE: Store the backrest in a safe place.

Using the Child Seat

Adijusting the Backrest

= À WARNING: Reclining the vehicle seat back may adversely affect the position of the vehicle seat belt across the child and may result in death or serious injury in a crash. Refer to your vehicle owners manual for information on

adjusting the vehicle seat back with child seats.

J The backrest should be adjusted to the upright angle of 4 x the vehicle seat back (Fig. A).

1 Place the booster seat on the vehicle seat.

2 Push the backrest until it A

rests against the vehicle seat

back (Fig. B). If the vehicle seat back is adjustable, move it to the upright position.

IMPORTANT. Do not recline the backrest past the allowable adjustable range (Fig. C).

Using the Child Seat

Adjusting Head Restraint Height

The head restraint can be adjusted and locked into different positions. Choose the position best suited to your child’s safety. See page 6.

Tip: Check the fit with child seated in booster seat. Ensure that the shoulder belt guides are even with, or just above, the child's shoulder. See page 6.

1 Squeeze and hold the height adjustment handle to adjust the head restraint (Fig. D).

2 Slide head restraint up or down to the \ desired level (Fig. E).

3 Release the adjustment handle. Repeat this process until the shoulder belt rests comfortably across the center of the child’'s chest when positioned through the shoulder belt guide (Fig. F).

4 Ensure the head restraint has locked into place.

Using the Child Seat

Britax recommends using the SecureGuard to achieve best vehicle seat belt placement. The SecureGuard clip should hold the lap part of the vehicle seat belt in place. The SecureGuard clip should be adjusted to keep the lap part of the vehicle seat belt positioned low across your child’s upper thighs (Fig. A). Ensure the bottom edge of the SecureGuard clip is level with your child’s upper thighs, however, the clip itself should not press into your child’s upper thighs.

IMPORTANT: The lap part of the vehicle seat belt must not rest on the child's abdomen.

Adjusting SecureGuard Fit

1 Locate the SecureGuard adjuster under the base. See page 13.

2 Pullthe SecureGuard adjuster away from the base.

3 Feed the webbing through the SecureGuard adjuster (Fig. B).

4 Pullthe end of the SecureGuard adjuster webbing to

2 Pullthe SecureGuard adjuster away from the base.

Using the Child Seat

3 Feed the end of the SecureGuard adjuster webbing through the SecureGuard adjuster (Fig. D).

4 Pullthe webbing to remove slack from the SecureGuard adjuster.

5 Move the SecureGuard clip to the center of the SecureGuard webbing.

The lower edge of the SecureGuard clip should be level with the child's upper thighs once they have been secured in the

Using the Retractable Cup Holders

Pull the cup holder out from Push the cup holder into the the booster base to use. booster base to store. IMPORTANT:

+ DO NOT use with hot liquids.

+ DO NOT step on or put excess weight on the cup holder.

ositioning the Booster.Seat

itioning and uring Your Child with Backr:

+ DO NOT use a lap belt only to secure the child. Always use a lap and shoulder belt with this booster seat.

+ Ensure the lap part of the vehicle seat belt sits low across the child's upper thighs and that the shoulder part does not contact the child's neck.

+ Never route the shoulder part of the vehicle seat belt under the child's arm or behind their back.

+ An improperly positioned vehicle seat belt can allow the lap part to ride up into the abdomen and cause serious injury in the event of a crash.

Note: Before using the booster seat for the first time, you will need to complete the assembly instructions on page 14.

1 Place the booster seat on the vehicle seat.

2 Push the backrest until it rests against the vehicle seat back (Fig. A). lf the vehicle seat

back is adjustable, move it to the normal upright position. Note: /f needed, adjust or remove the vehicle's head restraint to allow the backrest to lie flat against the vehicle's seat back.

3 Have your child sit in the booster seat and

check the head restraint for proper height adjustment (Fig. B).

Note: Adjust the head restraint so when seated, the top ofthe child's ears are below the top of the head restraint and the vehicle shoulder belt will be appropriately positioned at or above the child's shoulder

through the shoulder belt guide.

OSitioning the Booster Seat

Pull the vehicle seat belt out and route the shoulder part of the vehicle seat belt through the upper belt guide (Fig. C).

Route the lap part of the vehicle seat belt under both armrests, over your child’s upper thighs and over both base belt guides (Fig. D).

Verify that the vehicle seat belt is not twisted and then fasten the vehicle seat belt across the child (Fig. E). * The lap part of the vehicle seat belt should rest low on the child's upper thighs.

Route the lap part of the vehicle seat belt through the SecureGuard clip (Fig. F). *_Ensure the bottom edge of the SecureGuard clip is level with your child's upper thighs.

Remove slack from the vehicle seat belt.

*_ Proper positioning is achieved when the vehicle seat belt's shoulder part crosses the chest and center of the child's collar bone.

Verify secure installation.

* Vehicle seat belt is not twisted.

Y Vehicle seat belt is securely fastened.

Ÿ Shoulder part of the vehicle seat belt is routed through the shoulder belt guide.

Y Lap part of the vehicle seat belt is routed through the SecureGuard clip.

Ÿ Vehicle seat belt is properly positioned low across the child's upper thighs and does not contact the child's neck.

oning the Booster. Sea

Positioning and Securing Your Child without Backrest

+ DO NOT use a lap belt only to secure the child. Always use a lap and shoulder belt with this booster seat.

+ DO NOT use this booster seat without the backrest unless the booster seat will be properly installed in a vehicle seat with a head restraint.

+ ONLY use this booster seat without the backrest if proper vehicle seat belt positioning can be achieved—when the vehicle seat belt's shoulder part crosses the chest and center of the child’s collar bone. Ensure the lap part of the vehicle seat belt sits low across the child's upper thighs and that the shoulder part does not contact the child's neck.

+ Never route the shoulder part of the vehicle seat belt under the child’s arm or behind their back.

+ Use the red belt guides on the child seat to ensure proper fit.

+ An improperly positioned vehicle seat belt can allow the lap part to ride up into the abdomen and cause serious injury in the event of a crash.

Note: Before using the booster seat without the backrest, you may need to complete the removal instructions on page 15.

1 Place the booster seat base on the vehicle seat.

2 Pull the vehicle seat belt from the retractor, positioning the lap belt under both armrests and over both red belt guides (Fig. A).

OSitioning-the Booster Seat

3 Verify that the vehicle seat belt is not twisted and then fasten across the child.

4 Adjust the vehicle seat belt's shoulder part so that it crosses the chest and center of the child’s collar bone (Fig. B).

5 Route the lap part of the vehicle seat belt through the SecureGuard clip (Fig. C). *_Ensure the bottom edge of the SecureGuard clip is level with your child's upper thighs.

6 Remove slack from the vehicle seat bel. *_ Proper positioning is achieved when the vehicle seat belt's shoulder part crosses the chest and center of the child's collar bone.

7 Verify secure installation.

Vehicle seat belt is not twisted.

Vehicle seat belt is securely fastened.

YLap part of the vehicle seat belt is routed through the SecureGuard clip.

Vehicle seat belt is properly positioned low across the child's upper thighs and does not contact the child's neck.

Care and Maintenance Care-and Maintenance

Cover Removal Removing the Seat Cover

Removing the Backrest

1 Detach the elastic loops (4 total) from Cover

the booster seat base (Fig. D).

1 Detach the elastic loops (6 total) from the backrest (Fig. A).

2 Remove the backrest cover. ER NOTE: Be careful not to damage the 3 Remove the booster seat cover.

2 Slide the plastic retainer flaps (3 total) from the front and sides of the booster seat base (Fig. E).

EPS foam. Cleaning the Cover Removing the Head . il Restraint Cover Hd aan using cold water and 1 Detach the elastic loops (6 total) * LINE DRY, to prevent cover from from the backrest (Fig. B). shrinking. 2 Remove the head restraint cover. + DO NOT: Bleach, machine wash, or Removing the Armrest machine dry. Covers Replacing the C Beplacing the Cover 1 Detach the elastic loops (2 total) of —_— . each armrest cover from the booster TT To replace the cover, reverse the steps of each section. seat base (Fig. C). LS Cleaning the Shell 2 Remove the armrest covers. (©) + SPONGE CLEAN, using warm water and mild soap. NOTE: The armrest covers are not © + TOWEL DRY interchangeable. (0) + DO NOT: Use solvents, abrasive cleaners, or disassemble C the booster seat in any way, except as instructed.

This booster seat was manufactured by Britax.. Britax Child Safety, Inc. product to the original retail purchaser as follows:

LIMITED WARRANTY This booster seat is warranted against defective materials or workmanship for one year from the date of original purchase. Proof of purchase is required. The exclusive remed}y for this warranty is that Britax will, at its option, provide repair or replacement components for this: product or replace the product. Britax reserves the right to discontinue or change fabrics, parts, models or products, or to make substitutions.

To make a claim under this warranty, contact Britax Consumer Services at

1-888-427-4829 or write to us using the address on the back cover of his booklet. Proof of purchase is required.

PLEASE COMPLETE AND MAIL THE OWNER REGISTRATION CARD WITHIN (30) DAYS OF PURCHASE OR VISIT WWW.BRITAXUSA.COM/REGISTRATION.

WARRANTY LIMITATIONS This warranty does not include damages that arise from negligence, misuse or use not in accordance with the product instruction.

Te use of non-Brtex Chill Safety, Inc. covers, inserts loys, accessories or gntering devices is not approved by Britax. Their use could cause this child seat to fail Federal Safety Standards or not perform as intended in a crash. Their use automatically voids the Britax warranty.

LIMITATION OF DAMAGES The warranty and remedies as set forth above are exclusive and in lieu of all others, oral or written, express or implied. In no event will Britax, or the retailer seling this product, be liable or any damages, including incidental or consequential damages, or loss of use arising out of the use or inabiliy to use this product.

LIMITATIONS OF WARRANTIES AND OTHER WARRANTY TERMS AND STATE LAWS Any implied warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, shall be limited to the duration and terms of the express written warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights, which vary from state to state. Neïther Britax, nor the retailer selling this product, authorizes any person to create for it any other warranty, obligation, or liability in connection with this product.

ritax”) warrants this

Britax Child Safety, Inc. Tel. : 1-888-427-4829 13501 South Ridge Drive

USA A Britax Childcare Group Limited company