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1. 1 Pull the locking tab up 2 Pull the clamp down 1 Push the clamp up 2 Push the locking tab down until locked Infant Body Pillow The infant body pillow is designed to provide better fit and comfort for infants using this child seat Fold the flaps in for additional side support NOTE Remove the infant body pillow after child can sit comfortably in the child seat without additional support Child Seat Functions O O Child Seat Functions Recline Positions Forward Facing IMPORTANT In forward facing installations it is important that the base of the child seat rests completely flat on the vehicle seat As illustrated below it is permissible to allow up to 20 or 3 inches 7 6 cm of the base to hang over the edge of the vehicle seat Some vehicle seats do not allow enough This child seat has 3 positions To adjust pull the recline handle then rotate the child seat shell into the desired position Release the recline handle then verify the child seat has locked into position NOTE Set the recline position BEFORE installing of the child seat base to contact the vehicle seat If this is the case adjust the recline angle to a more upright position Not doing so could cause the child seat not to perform as intended Position 1 Position 2 Position 3 JA gese ACCEPTABLE Rear Facing Acceptable overhang Unacceptable overhang When installed in the rear facing position the child seat should be reclined at least 30 f2. Forward Facing 20 70 Ibs 9 1 31 8 kg and at least 1 year of age A WARNING FORWARD FACING use of this child seat is ONLY for children who meet ALL of the requirements below If the child cannot be secured within these requirements because they are too large another type of child seat such as a booster may be required If the child cannot be secured within these requirements because the child is too small review the rear facing information on page 6 Use forward facing only with children e who are at least one year of age and e who weigh between 20 70 Ibs 9 1 31 8 kg and who are 49 in 124 5 cm or less in height and when the top of the child s ears are below the top of the child seat shell and e when the harness straps are at or above the child s shoulders parallel to level ground Fig B IMPORTANT When using position 2 it may be necessary to adjust the harness to a higher position than when the seat is in position 1 See Harness Height Adjustment on page 18 Above Shoulder Level Position 1 Position 2 E Below Shoulder Level Shoulder Level Forward Facing Harness Height Vehicle Compatibility O Compatible Vehicle Seat Belts NOTE The information in this section only applies to installation with vehicle seat belts Vehicle seats and seat belts differ from vehicle to vehicle Refer to your vehicle owner s manual for specific information about your vehicle seat belts and their use
3. heard after inserting each buckle tongue If clicks are not heard repeat the cleaning procedure e TOWEL DRY 2 Turn the buckle webbing e DO NOT and slide it between buckle Soak positions Lubricate Use solvents Use soap or household detergents Care and Maintenance O Re thread the Buckle IMPORTANT e ALWAYS position the buckle in the inner slot for rear facing use e The vehicle belt must pass in front of the buckle strap for rear facing use e NEVER leave the buckle in the adjustment slot e Use the outer buckle slot when installing the child seat forward facing with a child weighing 30 Ibs 13 6 kg and above or if the buckle is under the child in the inner position 1 Guide the buckle retainer 2 Slide the buckle webbing down through the slot in the into the slot between buckle child seat shell positions 3 Select the appropriate slot for the size of your child and turn the buckle webbing and slide it into the chosen slot 4 Ensure that the buckle strap is not twisted and that the button faces out O Tips and Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem The harness cannot be adjusted to its full height Possible Solution Check the seating position where the child seat is installed The vehicle head restraint may obstruct the path of the child seat harness height adjuster Remove or raise the vehicle head restraint and try adjusting the harness height again Problem The harness is hard
4. of when the child seat is unacceptable for continued use If one or both of the loops have pulled through the back of the shell and or any of the colored stitching has ripped the child seat is no longer acceptable for use IMPORTANT Discontinue use of Child seat if it has been involved in a moderate or severe crash regardless of whether the loops have pulled through the back side of the shell and the colored stitching has been ripped O O Child Seat Functions Rear Facing Tether Connector Strap Because every vehicle model is different a location to anchor the tether for rear facing installations may vary Use the rear facing tether connector strap to assist in creating an anchor point 1 Find a fixed location in the vehicle that is bolted to the floor Ifyou cannot find a location to create an anchor point contact the vehicle manufacturer to identify a tether connection point 2 Route the strap through the anchor point 3 Thread the metal D ring through the loop on the end of the strap 4 Pull the metal D ring through until the strap is tight 5 Use the D ring as an attachment point for the tether NOTE Store the tether connector strap in the tether pouch when not in use Child Seat Functions O Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children or LATCH is a system available on this child seat that offers an alternative to vehicle seat belt in
5. anchorage system if available or with a vehicle seat belt Follow all instructions on this child restraint and in the written instructions located in the pocket behind the cover Register your child restraint with the manufacturer This child restraint may change recline position during impact when installed rear facing Do not allow anything in the vehicle to restrict the ability of the child restraint to change adjustment position This could cause the child restraint not to perform as intended This child seat must be reclined to position 3 when installed rear facing Use the inner buckle slot when installed rear facing Use the outer buckle slot when installing the child seat forward facing with a child weighing 30 Ibs 13 6 kg and above or if the buckle is under the child in the inner position When installing in forward facing mode this child seat must be in position 1 or position 2 HUGS chest pads must be used in forward facing mode Removal of HUGS is optional only for rear facing mode To prevent injury due to deterioration or hidden damage discontinue use of this child seat if it is older than seven years or has been in a moderate or severe crash see page 4 See Serial Number and Manufactured Date Label on child seat page 15 This child seat must not be used in the home in boats or other non certified applications Based on crash statistics the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA recommends that p
6. installation and ensure all slack is removed from the vehicle belt or use a part of the belt between the lock X z different seating location offs pull away from the buckle to ee he OA y Check that the back angle of the child seat is 30 45 from vertical not to remove slack ee om FSO j exceed 45 when the car is parked on a level surface TIP The shoulder part of the vehicle belt N s ae z i If necessary the proper recline angle can be achieved by placing a must be on top when removing slack rolled towel or pool noodle in the vehicle seat bight Rear Facing Installation Lap Belt Installation Before You Begin e Check that your vehicle belt is compatible for use with child seats See pages 8 13 for more information e This child seat must be reclined to position 3 when installed rear facing When properly installed in the rear facing position the back angle of the child seat should be at least 30 for children and up to 45 from vertical for infants unable to maintain head and neck control not to exceed 45 when the car is parked on a level surface Use the blue line as a guide to achieve the proper recline angle for rear facing installations The blue line will be parallel to the ground when the child seat angle is at the center of the angle range 30 45 If necessary the proper recline angle can be achieved by placing a rolled towel or pool noodle in the vehicle seat bight e Britax recommends that t
7. to adjust Possible Solution The yoke may be caught on the Versa Tether webbing or other component of the child seat Remove the obstruction and try adjusting the harness again Always store the Versa Tether in the pouch provided when not in use When the Versa Tether is in use always secure excess webbing in the elastic strap See pages 26 27 Possible Solution The vehicle seat back may hinder harness adjustment Ensure the child seat base is flat on the vehicle seat Possible Solution The harness may be at maximum or minimum height the harness may be too tight to adjust or the child s weight may be pressing against the head restraint Check for and correct all of the above where necessary and try adjusting the harness again Problem The adjuster strap is fraying at the sides Possible Solution Pull the harness adjuster strap away from the child seat parallel to the ground to tighten Do not pull sideways Doing so may cause the harness adjuster strap to fray at the sides See page 57 Problem The buckle will not fasten with a click after each tongue is inserted Possible solution There may be debris in the buckle mechanism Clean the buckle as shown on page 64 and try fastening the buckle again Please contact Consumer Services at 1 888 427 4829 if you have an issue not listed here Ss This child seat was manufactured by Britax Child Safety Inc Britax warrants this product to the original retail purchase
8. toward the child s upper thighs Pull the harness adjuster strap to tighten the harness The Click amp Safe indicator will click when the harness is within range of appropriate snugness Fasten the chest clip The harness should have a comfortable but snug fit around YW Puli the harness adjuster away the child A snug strap should from the child seat parallel to the not allow any slack It lies ina ground to tighten relatively straight line without X Do not pull sideways sagging It does not press on the child s flesh or push the child s body into an unnatural position You should not be able to pinch excess see pages 16 17 The correct height for the chest clip is at the middle of the chest at armpit level The HUGS chest pads may be placed in any position that 2 is comfortable for the child click within the range of the correctly placed chest clip Checklist Before traveling verify that the v Harness straps are not twisted y Harness is snug v Buckle is fastened y Chest clip is at the child s armpit level Care and Maintenance Cover Removal A WARNING e Never remove the buckle tongues from the harness They cannot be reattached after removal If reassembled incorrectly the child seat may not perform as intended DO NOT remove the HUGS pads from the harness straps O 1 Loosen the harness a Lift release lever b Pull both harness straps forwa
9. webbing in the elastic strap during use Store the Versa Tether in the storage pouch when not in use Always ensure any excess webbing is contained within your vehicle To attach the Versa Tether to the carry clip or tether anchor 1 Firmly press the hook over the carry clip or tether anchor point 2 Pullthe loose end of the webbing to remove slack from the Versa Tether NOTE When using as a carry strap tighten until the strap is comfortable to carry To remove the Versa Tether from the carry clip 1 Loosen the Versa Tether a Tilt the lock up b Pull the tether webbing 2 Remove the Versa Tether hook from the carry clip Rear Facing Installation LATCH Installation Before You Begin e Check that your vehicle has lower anchors Refer to your vehicle owner s manual or contact the vehicle manufacturer for the maximum weight rating for their lower anchors Use vehicle belt not lower connectors for installations with children who weigh more than the vehicle lower anchor limit Unless specified otherwise by the vehicle manufacturer assume a 40 pound 18 1 kg child is the vehicle lower anchor limit Remove the lower connectors from the storage slots in the base Press the adjuster release button and pull the strap to full length Repeat for the second strap This child seat must be reclined to position 3 when installed rear facing When properly installed in the rear facing position the back ang
10. 26 29 10 Replace the cover and belly pad 1 Loosen the harness a Lift harness adjuster lever b Pull both harness straps forward 2 Remove the body pillow unbuckle the harness and remove the belly pad 3 Pull the head restraint cover up then pull the seat cover forward while pulling the buckle through to access the rear facing belt path 4 Open both lock offs blue a Pull the locking tab up b Pull the clamp down 5 Route the vehicle belt through the S ee ate rear facing belt slots then buckle i f child seat is Do NOT pre tension the top po reclined to position 3 shoulder part of the vehicle belt i i j Check that there is TIP Ensure the vehicle belt is not twisted 7 z LESS an Tim 25 cm Remove excess slack from the bottom if ES 2 of movement front to back or lap part of the vehicle belt before AW A E a side to side at the belt path closing the lock offs N L yas DAA aan 6 Ensure that both parts of the N Check buckle vehicle belt are routed through a i each lock off then close the connection lock offs a Push the clamp up aa 3 b Push the locking tab down until vy Check that the vehicle belt is securely fastened locked VIN g Check that the child seat cannot be moved front to back or side to side more 7 Push the child seat into the vehicle amp LZ than 1 in 2 5 cm at the belt path If the child seat is not secure repeat seat while pulling the top shoulder Ni
11. 9 1 kg e Some vehicle head restraints may obstruct the harness adjuster from reaching the highest position If this is the case you may need to raise or remove the vehicle head restraint DO NOT force the child seat head restraint past the vehicle head restraint Doing so could cause the child seat not to perform as intended Forward Facing Installation 1 2 Remove the body pillow and 3 Pull the head restraint cover up then pull the seat cover forward to access the forward facing belt path 4 Open both lock offs red 5 Route the vehicle belt through the forward facing belt slots then buckle Do NOT pre tension the top shoulder part of the vehicle belt TIP Ensure the vehicle belt is not twisted Remove excess slack from the bottom lap part of the vehicle belt before 6 Ensure that both parts of the vehicle belt are routed through each lock off then close the 7 Push the child seat into the vehicle seat while pulling the top shoulder part of the belt between the lock offs pull away from the buckle to TIP The shoulder part of the vehicle belt must be on top when removing slack Loosen the harness a Lift harness adjuster lever b Pull both harness straps forward unbuckle the harness a Pull the locking tab up b Pull the clamp down closing the lock offs lock offs a Push the clamp up b Push the locking tab down until locked remove slack Forward Facing In
12. Britax Boulevard 70 CS eg User Guide IMPORTANT Thoroughly read and follow all instructions before installing this child seat Store this user guide in the pocket behind the cover See features pages for reference O Q Safety Information csssecssscccesseseeessesecesseneseeseeeeeseenessenenrseeeenenseeesenseneas 2 Warnings Important Notes Certification Registration Important Child Seat Usage Information Vehicle Compatibility Compatible Vehicle Seat Belts Incompatible Vehicle Seat Belts i Vehicle Seating Positions 13 Child Seat Features 5 Child Seat Functions cssseee 16 Click amp Safe Snug Harness Indicator 16 Harness Height Adjustment 18 Adjusting Buckle POSHON cc c c tecieisaiesctreasssatesaiuatiteitiiadesddieteutbetsatediccctsessinaicast 19 Fastening the BUCKLE sercos aeteieaanenansannenseeeasteasteed te eapetenantncdcesrereteicieee 20 Releasing the Buckle Using the Chest Clip Using the Lock Offs Infant Body Pillow Recline Positions Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH Using the Lower COnnectors ccccecesseeseteeeteteeeneeees 25 Using the Versa Tether siianniainn iinan 26 Rear Facing Tether Connector Strap ss ssssssssesissrissrsssriesrinnrisnnisnnrnnrnennrsnnen 29 Rear Facing Installation 30 LATCH Installation Lap Sh
13. arents select the back seat as the safest location for a properly installed child seat Please study Vehicle Seating Positions on page 13 to ensure your child s safety and consult your vehicle owner s manual Secure this child seat even when it is not occupied In a crash an unsecured child seat may injure vehicle occupants When using in a vehicle with air bags refer to your vehicle owner s manual for child seat installation instructions and precautions Never use the harness adjuster strap to lift or carry this child seat Doing so could cause damage to harness adjuster and webbing Always carry this child seat by its shell or tether straps The primary protection for occupants of a vehicle in a collision is the body of the vehicle itself a child seat will not protect a child when a vehicle is seriously impacted However correctly installed a child seat will substantially improve chances for survival in most crashes Make sure all users fully understand the correct ways to use this child seat in a vehicle Refer to your vehicle owner s manual or contact the vehicle manufacturer for the maximum weight rating for their lower anchors Use vehicle seat belt not lower connectors for installations with children who weigh more than the vehicle lower anchor limit Unless specified otherwise by the vehicle manufacturer assume a 40 Ib 18 1 kg child is the vehicle lower anchor limit The use of non Britax Child Safety Inc covers inse
14. d seat is certified for aircraft use Most airlines in the U S and Canada will allow the use of a child seat as long as it is labeled as an approved child seat for use in aircraft and fits properly on the aircraft seat Contact the airline about their policy prior to traveling Certified for Aircraft Travel The FAA recommends that a child weighing up to 40 Ibs 18 1 kg use a certified harnessed child seat while traveling on an aircraft Install your child seat in a window seat to avoid blocking the aisle Rear Facing Installation For rear facing aircraft installation Fig A follow Rear Facing Lap Belt Installation instructions on pages 38 41 Forward Facing Installation For forward facing aircraft installation Fig B follow Forward Facing Lap Belt Installation instructions on pages 50 53 If the aircraft lap belt is too short ask a flight attendant for a belt extender NOTE Your child may experience discomfort if the buckle is located in the seating area of the child seat after installation O O rN WARNING Securing Your Child Adjust the belts provided with this child seat so they fit snugly around your child A snug strap should not allow any slack It lies in a relatively straight line without Sagging It does not press on the child s flesh or push the child s body into an unnatural position e Adjust the harness to fit the clothes the child is wearing Remove bulky coat
15. djuster Strap Recline Adjustment Handle Shell Serial Number amp Manufactured Date Label Harness Slots Forward Facing Belt Slot Forward Facing Lock Offs Red under cover on front of shell Rear Facing Lock Offs Blue under cover on front of shell Rear Facing Belt Slot Base Versa Tether Top Anchorage Strap LATCH component Harness Yoke Harness Straps Lower Connector Storage Versa Tether Carry Clip 15 Child Seat Functions Click amp Safe Snug Harness Indicator IMPORTANT See pages 55 57 for detailed instructions on securing your child The Click amp Safe is an audible indicator to help determine when the child seat harness is within range of appropriate snugness The Click amp Safe is a secondary feature Parents should be aware of what amount of snugness is appropriate in the harness The harness should have a comfortable but snug fit around the child A snug strap should not allow any slack It lies in a relatively straight line without sagging It does not press on the child s flesh or push the child s body into an unnatural position You should not be able to pinch excess The Click amp Safe is designed to sense tension when the adjuster strap is pulled Ensure all slack has been removed from the child s hips and that the harness straps are correctly positioned at the child s shoulders so the Click amp Safe will provide the most accurate reading Follow the s
16. e body pillow and 2 unbuckle the harness 3 Pull the head restraint cover up then pull the seat cover forward to gt access the forward facing belt path a i Chockithatne iore than 3 20 or 3 inches 7 6 cm Check that Versa Tether of the base hangs over the i Top Tether webbing is 4 Route the vehicle seat belt edge of the vehicle seat j Seine eset h h i h l i i i i through the forward facing belt slots then buckle TIP Ensure the vehicle belt is not twisted WH k ke Check that there is Check buckle LESS than 1 in 2 5 cm connection of movement front to back or side to side at the belt path 5 Push the child seat into the vehicle seat while removing slack see pages 8 11 Attach and remove slack from the Versa Tether if an anchor point is X v Check that the vehicle belt is securely fastened v Check that no more than 20 or 3 inches 7 6 cm of the base hangs available Store excess webbing in the elastic strap over the edge of the vehicle seat 7 Replace the cover i v Check that the child seat cannot be moved front to back or side to side more than 1 in 2 5 cm at the belt path If the child seat is not secure repeat installation and ensure all slack is removed from the lower connector straps or use a different seating location v Check that any excess Versa Tether webbing is contained within your vehicle and secured in the elastic strap Aircraft Installation This chil
17. ep moving potentially causing serious injuries Do not leave folding vehicle seats unsecured or unlatched In the event of a sudden stop a loose seat back could cause the child seat not to perform as intended Do not allow children to play with this child seat Do not use anything to raise the child seat off vehicle seat except as described in these instructions In a crash this could cause the child seat not to perform as intended O O Safety Information Certification This child restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards This Restraint is Certified For Use in Motor Vehicles and Aircraft Registration Child seats can be recalled for safety reasons You must register this child seat to be reached in a recall Send your name address and the child seats model number and manufacturing date to Britax Child Safety Inc PO Box 91167 Allentown PA 18109 9925 or call 1 888 4BRITAX or register online at www BritaxUSA com registration For recall information call the U S Government s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 or go to http www NHTSA gov For your convenience record all the information about your child seat below Refer to the Serial Number amp Manufactured Date Label for all information see page 15 Serial Number Batch Number Date of Manufacture Discontinue Use After Safety Information Important Child Seat Usage Information Al
18. equires Has a latch plate that freely slides along the vehicle seat belt webbing Has a retractor that locks only in an emergency situation such as sudden stop or crash the use of the lock offs built into the seat for rear and forward facing installations See page 21 for information on using the lock offs O Lap Belt 5 ALR Automatic Locking Retractor a b Has a latch plate that is sewn into the webbing Has a retractor that stops the belt from being pulled out again once the belt webbing has been pulled out at least 24 in 61 cm O c 6 Locking Latch Plate a Vehicle Compatibility Tightens by feeding the belt webbing back into the retractor Has a latch plate that prevents the webbing from becoming loose Tightens by pulling on the belt webbing Vehicle Compatibility O O Vehicle Compatibility Incompatible Vehicle Seat Belts Vehicle Seating Positions A WARNING The following types of vehicle seat belts are NOT A WARNING compatible with this child seat If any of the belt types listed below are DO NOT place child seat rear facing in the in the chosen seating position choose another vehicle seating position front seat of a vehicle with a passenger or check your vehicle owner s manual for information on installing a car air bag unless deactivated DEATH or seat in your vehicle A SERIOUS INJURY can occur See your vehicle owners manual for child seat installation instr
19. er s manual for tether anchor locations Only attach the Versa Tether to anchor points designated to the chosen seating position as indicated by your vehicle owner s manual e Select position 1 or 2 and place the child seat forward facing on the vehicle seat Ensure that no more than 20 or 3 inches 7 6 cm of the base hangs over the edge of the vehicle seat See page 23 for more information it Versa Tether Top Tether Install with LATCH as shown above WARNING e Your child seat may not perform as intended if the base of the child seat is not flat on the vehicle seat This child seat must not be used forward facing for children less than one year of age OR who weigh less than 20 Ibs 9 1 kg Some vehicle head restraints may obstruct the harness adjuster from reaching the highest position If this is the case you may need to raise or remove the vehicle head restraint DO NOT force the child seat head restraint past the vehicle head restraint Doing so could cause the child seat not to perform as intended Forward Facing Installation 1 2 Place the child seat on the vehicle seat Firmly press the lower connectors onto the adjacent lower anchors A click confirms attachment e Verify that the lower connector strap is not twisted TIP You may need to turn the back of the child seat towards you for easier access to the vehicle lower anchors NOTE f a click is not heard when c
20. he Versa Tether is used at all times Using the tether will improve the stability of the child seat and reduce the risk of injury Check your vehicle owner s manual for tether anchor locations See page 26 for possible rear facing tether configurations Rear Facing Installation Install with lap belt as shown above IMPORTANT The harness buckle strap should lie toward the back of the child seat during installation Rear Facing Installation O O Rear Facing Installation 1 Loosen the harness a Lift harness adjuster lever b Pull both harness straps forward 2 Remove the body pillow unbuckle the harness and remove the belly pad Check that the child seat is 3 Pull the head restraint cover up reclined to position 3 then pull the seat cover forward while pulling the buckle through to access the rear facing belt path Check that there is __ LESS than 1 in 2 5 cm of movement front to back or side to side at the belt path 4 Route the vehicle seat belt through the rear facing belt slots T H ae ae then buckle NZ TIP Ensure the vehicle belt is not 3 i twisted v Check that the vehicle belt is securely fastened 5 Push the child seat into the vehicle Wr y Check that the child seat cannot be moved front to back or side to side more than 1 in 2 5 cm at the belt path If the child seat is not secure repeat installation and ensure all slack is removed from the vehicle belt or use a different seating
21. l infants must ride rear facing at least until they have reached 1 year of age and weigh 20 Ibs 9 1 kg Britax advises that parents strongly consider the following when using this child seat e Children should be secured with a harness system until they exceed the weight or height limits specified e Infant positioning insert may be necessary for small infants to achieve a snug fit of the harness around your child Infant positioning insert sold separately e Britax recommends that children ride rear facing to the highest weight or height specified A WARNING REAR FACING use of this child seat is ONLY for children who meet ALL of the requirements below If the child cannot be secured within these requirements because they are too small use of the infant positioning insert or selection of a different child seat such as an infant car seat may be required If the child cannot be secured within these requirements because the child is too large review the forward facing guidelines on page 7 Rear Facing 5 40 Ibs 2 3 18 1 kg Use rear facing with children e who weigh between 5 40 Ibs 2 3 18 1 kg and e when the top of the child s head is at least 1 in 2 5 cm below the top of the child seat shell Fig A and e when the harness straps are at or slightly A Rear below the child s shoulders Fig A IMPORTANT See Harness Height Adjustment on page 18 Facing Ks O Q Safety Information
22. lace it up and over the child seat back Britax recommends that the Versa Tether is used at all times Using the tether will improve the stability of the child seat and reduce the risk of injury Check your vehicle owner s manual for tether anchor locations Only attach the Versa Tether to anchor points designated to the chosen seating position as indicated by your vehicle owner s manual e Select position 1 or 2 and place the child seat forward facing on the vehicle seat Ensure that no more than 20 or 3 inches 7 6 cm of the base Install with lap belt as shown above hangs over the edge of the vehicle seat See page 23 for more information WARNING e Your child seat may not perform as intended if the base of the child seat is not flat on the vehicle seat e This child seat must not be used forward facing for children less than one year of age OR who weigh less than 20 Ibs 9 1 kg e Some vehicle head restraints may obstruct the harness adjuster from reaching the highest position If this is the case you may need to raise or remove the vehicle head restraint DO NOT force the child seat head restraint past the vehicle head restraint Doing so could cause the child seat not to perform as intended Forward Facing Installation iy Check Versa Tether Top Tether attachment Forward Facing Installation O O 1 Loosen the harness a Lift harness adjuster lever b Pull both harness straps forward Remove th
23. le of the child seat should be at least 30 for children and up to 45 from vertical for infants unable to maintain head and neck control not to exceed 45 when the car is parked on a level surface Use the blue line as a guide to achieve the proper recline angle for rear facing installations The blue line will be parallel to the ground when the child seat angle is at the center of the angle range 30 45 If necessary the proper recline angle can be achieved by placing a rolled towel or pool noodle in the vehicle seat bight e Britax recommends that the Versa Tether is used at all times Using the tether will improve the stability of the child seat and reduce the risk of injury Check your vehicle owner s manual for tether anchor locations See page 26 for possible rear facing tether configurations Rear Facing Installation Install with LATCH as shown above Rear Facing Installation O O Rear Facing Installation 1 Place the child seat on the vehicle seat 2 Firmly press the lower connectors onto the adjacent lower anchors e A click confirms attachment e Verify that the lower connector strap is not twisted TIP You may need to turn the front of the child seat towards you for easier access to the lower Check that the child seat is reclined to position 3 anchors NOTE lf a click is not heard when AV Check that there is connecting either lower connector i LESS than 1 in 2 5 cm 7 the lower c
24. location v Check that the back angle of the child seat is 30 45 from vertical not to exceed 45 when the car is parked on a level surface a L If necessary the proper recline angle can be achieved by 7 Replace the cover and belly pad wa T pee P placing a rolled towel or pool noodle in the vehicle seat bight seat while removing slack see pages 8 11 6 Rear facing installations can be improved by the use of the Versa Tether see page 26 29 Forward Facing Installation Forward Facing Installation O O LATCH Installation Before You Begin e Check that your vehicle has lower anchors Refer to your vehicle owner s manual or contact the vehicle manufacturer for the maximum weight rating for their lower anchors Use vehicle belt not lower connectors for installations with children who weigh more than the vehicle lower anchor limit Unless specified otherwise by the vehicle manufacturer assume a 40 pound 18 1 kg child is the vehicle lower anchor limit e Remove the lower connectors from the storage slots in the base Press the adjuster release button and pull the lower connector strap to full length Repeat for the second strap e Remove the Versa Tether from the pouch and place it up and over the child seat back Britax recommends that the Versa Tether is used at all times Using the tether will improve the stability of the child seat and reduce the risk of injury Check your vehicle own
25. onnecting either lower connector the lower connector strap may be twisted or there may be debris in the lower connector Correct either situation before continuing with the installation process 3 Push the child seat into the vehicle seat while pulling each lower connector strap to tighten Attach and remove slack from the Versa Tether Store excess webbing in the elastic strap O O Forward Facing Installation GS Check Versa Tether Top Tether attachment Check that Versa Tether Top Tether webbing is Check that no more than Y5 stored in the elastic strap 20 or 3 inches 7 6 cm of the base hangs over the edge of the vehicle seat 1 1 i 1 1 1 1 1 1 Check that there is LESS than 1 in 2 5 cm of movement front to back or side to side at the belt path connector attachments v Check that all connections are secure v Check that the lower connector straps are not twisted v Check that no more than 20 or 3 inches 7 6 cm of the base hangs over the edge of the vehicle seat y Check that the child seat cannot be moved front to back or side to side more than 1 in 2 5 cm at the belt path If the child seat is not secure repeat installation and ensure all slack is removed from the lower connector straps or use a different seating location v Check that any excess Versa Tether webbing is contained within your vehicle and secured in the elastic strap Forward Facing Installation Lap Sh
26. onnector strap may be of movement front to back or twisted or there may be debris in side to side at the belt path the lower connector Correct either Check lower situation before continuing with the connector attachments installation process 3 Push the child seat into the vehicle seat while pulling each lower connector strap to J tighten v Check that all connections are secure 4 Rear facing installations can v Check that the lower connector straps are not twisted be improved by the use of fe v Check that the child seat cannot be moved front to back or side to side the Versa Tether see pages more than 1 in 2 5 cm at the belt path If the child seat is not secure 26 29 repeat installation and ensure all slack is removed from the vehicle belt or use a different seating location v Check that the back angle of the child seat is 30 45 from vertical not to exceed 45 when the car is parked on a level surface If necessary the proper recline angle can be achieved by placing a rolled towel or pool noodle in the vehicle seat bight Rear Facing Installation Lap Shoulder Belt Installation Before You Begin e Check that your vehicle belt is compatible for use with child seats See pages 8 13 for more information If your vehicle seat belt system includes a locking feature use of the lock offs is not required as long as the vehicle seat belt system is locked Check your vehicle owner s manual to dete
27. or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability 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 to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state Neither 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
28. oulder Belt Installation Before You Begin e Check that your vehicle belt is compatible for use with child seats See pages 8 13 for more information If your vehicle seat belt system includes a locking feature use of the lock offs is not required as long as the vehicle seat belt system is locked Check your vehicle owner s manual to determine how to lock your vehicle seat belt system when installing a child restraint e Remove the Versa Tether from the pouch and place it up and over the child seat back Britax recommends that the Versa Tether is used at all times Using the tether will improve the stability of the child seat and reduce the risk of injury Check your vehicle owner s manual for tether anchor locations Only attach the Versa Tether to anchor points designated to the chosen seating position as indicated by your vehicle owner s manual e Select position 1 or 2 and place the child seat forward facing on the vehicle seat Ensure that no more than 20 or 3 inches 7 6 cm of the base hangs over the edge of the vehicle seat See page 23 for more information Forward Facing Installation il Versa Tether Top Tether Install with lap shoulder belt as shown above WARNING e Your child seat may not perform as intended if the base of the child seat is not flat on the vehicle seat e This child seat must not be used forward facing for children less than one year of age OR who weigh less than 20 Ibs
29. oulder Belt Installation Lap Belt Installation Forward Facing Installation LATCH Installation Lap Shoulder Belt Installation Lap Belt Installation Aircraft Installation Securing Your Child Care and Maintenance 58 Tips and TroubleShooting sssscsccesssssseseseeeesseseeseeseesesesnesesenseeneeenees 67 Warranty ssciccssiesseiesdeccsccassassesaciecccescccrsacassssscnccdacdasnsssonsd ausasioudecesacanscsarsceaaste 68 2010 Britax Child Safety Inc All rights reserved Printed in USA P407700_R1 06 10 This product and its components are subject to change without notice Table of Contents Use only in a rear facing position when using it with an infant weighing less than 20 Ibs 9 1 kg OR is less than 1 year of age Use only with children who weigh between 5 and 70 Ibs 2 3 31 8 kg and whose height is 49 in 124 5 cm or less Use rear facing for children who weigh between 5 and 40 Ibs 2 3 18 1 kg Use forward facing for children who weigh between 20 and 70 Ibs 9 1 31 8 kg AND are at least 1 year of age Snugly adjust the belts provided with this child restraint around your child A snug strap should not allow any slack It lies in a relatively straight line without sagging It does not press into the child s flesh or push the child s body into an unnatural position Secure the top anchorage strap provided with this child seat Secure this child restraint with the vehicle s child restraint
30. r as follows LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY This product is warranted against defective materials or workmanship for one year from the date of original purchase Proof of purchase is required Your exclusive remedy for this warranty is that Britax will at its option provide repair or replacement components for this 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 you must contact Britax Consumer Services at 1 888 427 4829 or write to us using the address on the back cover of this booklet PLEASE COMPLETE AND MAIL THE OWNER REGISTRATION CARD WITHIN 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE You may also register online at www BritaxUSA com registration WARRANTY LIMITATIONS This warranty does not include damages which arise from negligence misuse or use not in accordance with the product instruction The use of non Britax Child Safety Inc covers inserts toys accessories or tightening devices is not approved by Britax Their use could cause this child seat to fail Federal Motor Vehicle 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 selling this product be liable to you for any damages including incidental
31. rd 2 Open the chest clip a Press tabs b Pull apart 3 Unbuckle the harness 4 Remove the infant body pillow if necessary 5 Remove the belly pad from the harness buckle a Pull the buckle through the belly pad b Remove the elastic strap from around the buckle O 10 11 12 Care and Maintenance Raise the harness to the highest position and detach the hook and loop fasteners on the head restraint cover from around the harness Detach the hook and loop fasteners on the head restraint cover from around the head restraint Detach the elastic straps from the tabs behind the harness adjustment handle Remove the head restraint cover Detach the plastic hooks from the bottom edge of the child seat Adjust the harness to the lowest position Detach the plastic hooks from the back of the child seat Shell Care and Maintenance O O Care and Maintenance 13 Pull the buckle through the slot in the cover Cleaning the Cover e HAND WASH the cover using cold water and mild soap e LINE DRY to prevent the cover from shrinking DO NOT Bleach Machine wash Machine dry Iron 14 Remove the cover from the Cleaning the Harness child seat shell e SPONGE CLEAN the harness using warm water and mild soap e TOWEL DRY e DO NOT Disassemble the harness Bleach Machine wash Machine dry Iron Cleaning the Shell e SPONGE CLEAN the shell using warm water and mild
32. rmine how to lock your vehicle seat belt system when installing a child restraint This child seat must be reclined to position 3 when installed rear facing When properly installed in the rear facing position the back angle of the child seat should be at least 30 for children and up to 45 from vertical for infants unable to maintain head and neck control not to exceed 45 when the car is parked on a level surface Use the blue line as a guide to achieve the proper recline angle for rear facing installations The blue line will be parallel to the ground when the child seat angle is at the center of the angle range 30 45 If necessary the proper recline angle can be achieved by placing a rolled towel or pool noodle in the vehicle seat bight e Britax recommends that the Versa Tether is used at all times Using the tether will improve the stability of the child seat and reduce the risk of injury Check your vehicle owner s manual for tether anchor locations See page 26 for possible rear facing tether configurations Rear Facing Installation Install with lap shoulder belt as shown above IMPORTANT The harness buckle strap should lie toward the back of the child seat during installation Rear Facing Installation O O Rear Facing Installation 8 Pull slack through the lock off toward the vehicle belt retractor 9 Rear facing installations can be improved by the use of the Versa Tether see page
33. rom vertical for children and up to 45 from vertical for infants unable to maintain head and neck control not to exceed 45 when the car is parked on a level surface When installing the seat in rear facing mode recline the seat to position 3 and use the guide line on the child seat to help achieve an acceptable recline angle for rear facing installations WARNING n some cases the vehicle head restraint can prevent the child seat head restraint from being raised high enough to properly adjust the harness for the fit of your child when using a forward facing reclined position DO NOT force the child seat head restraint past the vehicle head restraint Doing so could cause the child seat not to perform as intended If the location of the vehicle head restraint interferes with the child seat head restraint raise or remove the vehicle head restraint If the vehicle head restraint cannot be removed move the child seat to the upright position or try a different seating location Child Seat Functions The Versa Tether can indicate when the child seat has been in a moderate or severe crash see page 4 and replacement of the child seat is necessary Figure 1 shows the tether when the child seat is acceptable for continued use provided the child seat has not been involved in a crash The colored stitching will be intact hidden behind the black foam TETHER HIDDEN BEHIND FOAM WHEN UNDAMAGED Figures 2 and 3 show examples
34. rts toys accessories or tightening devices is not approved by Britax Their use could cause this child seat not perform as intended in a crash CH Safety Information Important Notes Verify that the child seat is securely installed and the harness is properly adjusted around the child each time the child seat is used Discontinue use of this child seat if it has been in a moderate or severe crash It is not necessary to replace a car seat after a minor crash defined by NHTSA as The vehicle is driveable from the crash site The vehicle door nearest the child seat was not damaged No vehicle occupants were injured There is no visible damage to the child seat The airbags if present did not deploy Adjust the harness to fit the clothes the child is wearing Remove bulky coats and or jackets before putting the child in child seat Cover the child seat when the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight Metal parts of child seat could become hot enough to burn a child Store the child seat in a safe place when it is not being used Avoid placing heavy objects on top of it 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 child seat or change the way the harness or 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 ke
35. s Child Seat Functions O Using the Versa Tether WARNING e Attach the Versa Tether only to tether anchors identified by your vehicle manufacturer as tether anchorage points Only use the designated tether anchor for each seating position If your vehicle does not currently have a tether anchor attachment refer to your vehicle owner s manual or contact your vehicle manu facturer for assistance DO NOT modify your vehicle without advice from your vehicle manufacturer Store the Versa Tether in the pouch on the back of the child seat when not in use DO NOT install the child seat with the Versa Tether attached to the carry clip Tether anchor locations vary from vehicle to vehicle Check your vehicle owner s manual and look for the tether anchor symbol shown in the diagram to help identify where the top tether anchor points are located in your vehicle Britax recommends that the tether be used at all times when installing the child seat Using the tether will improve the stability of your child seat and reduce the risk of injury See the diagrams below for possible rear and forward facing Versa Tether installation configurations Rear Facing Forward Facing O Child Seat Functions IMPORTANT The Versa Tether carry clip is only for use when you wish to carry the child seat between locations Do not install the child seat with the Versa Tether attached to the carry clip Secure the excess Versa Tether
36. s and or jackets before putting the child in the child seat The HUGS chest pads must be used at all times when installing the child seat forward facing Verify that the child seat is secure and the harness is properly adjusted around the child each time the child seat is used Before You Begin e Follow the instructions on pages 18 and 19 to make the proper adjustments to the harness and buckle Rear facing 5 40 Ibs 2 3 18 1 kg position 3 only Forward facing 20 70 Ibs 9 1 31 8 kg AND 1 year of age Position 1 or position 2 may be used Loosen the harness a Lift harness adjuster lever b Pull both harness straps forward Securing Your Child O 2 Open the chest clip a Press tabs b Pull apart Release the buckle and attach the harness straps to the harness holders Place the child in the child seat Ensure the child is positioned upright in the child seat and not slouching Their bottom must touch the child seat and their back must rest flat against the back of the child seat Position the harness straps around the child Fasten the harness buckle Proper connection is confirmed with an audible click after inserting each buckle tongue Check for proper harness height and remove all slack from the lap part of harness between the HUGS chest pads and buckle O 10 Securing Your Child Move the HUGS chest pads and comfort pads down
37. soap e TOWEL DRY e DO NOT use abrasive cleaners Care and Maintenance Cover Replacement 1 Fit the child seat cover around the child seat shell Attach the plastic hooks on the cover to the back of the Child seat shell Attach the plastic hooks to the bottom edge of the child seat Pull the buckle through the slot in the cover Ensure that the buckle is through the correct cover slot for the buckle position O Q Care and Maintenance Fit the head restraint cover around the harness adjustment handle and attach the elastic straps to the tabs behind the harness adjustment handle Attach the hook and loop fasteners on the head restraint cover around the head restraint Attach the hook and loop fasteners on the head restraint cover around the harness Replace the belly pad Pull the elastic strap around the buckle Push the buckle through the belly pad Care and Maintenance Cleaning the Buckle If your child eats and drinks while in the child seat you will need to check the buckle periodically and rinse out any accumulated debris Remove the Buckle 1 Unbuckle the harness Remove the belly pad and pull the buckle through the cover 3 Guide the buckle retainer up through the slot in the child seat shell to remove Care and Maintenance To Clean e THOROUGHLY RINSE the buckle using warm water e TEST THE BUCKLE by fastening and unfastening until a click is
38. stallation 8 Pull slack through the lock off toward the vehicle belt retractor 9 Attach and remove slack from the Versa Tether if an anchor point is available Store excess webbing in the elastic strap 10 Replace the cover iy Check Versa Tether Top Tether attachment Check that no more than 20 or 3 inches 7 6 cm of the base hangs over the edge of the vehicle seat Check that there is LESS than 1 in 2 5 cm of movement front to back or side to side at the belt path M Check that Versa Tether i Top Tether webbing is stored in the elastic strap i Check buckle connection v Check that the vehicle belt is securely fastened v Check that no more than 20 or 3 inches 7 6 cm of the base hangs over the edge of the vehicle seat v Check that the child seat cannot be moved front to back or side to side more than 1 in 2 5 cm at the belt path If the child seat is not secure repeat installation and ensure all slack is removed from the lower connector straps or use a different seating location v Check that any excess Versa Tether webbing is contained within your vehicle and secured in the elastic strap Forward Facing Installation O O Forward Facing Installation Lap Belt Installation Cyne Top Tether Before You Begin e Check that your vehicle belt is compatible for use with child seats See pages 8 13 for more information e Remove the Versa Tether from the pouch and p
39. stallation methods See pages 14 and 15 for LATCH components on this child seat Vehicle Seat Head Restraint Forward Facing Tether Anchors Vehicle Seat Belt Retractor Up to 20 inches 50 8 cm Lap Shoulder Vehicle Seat Belt Vehicle Seat Tether Anchor Lower LATCH Anchors The figure above shows typical locations for lower anchors and tether anchors in a vehicle Check your vehicle owner s manual to learn if it is equipped with LATCH the maximum weight rating for the lower anchors and for information on the lower anchor locations and seating positions available for use with this child seat Standard vehicle seat spacing between LATCH anchors is 11 inches 27 9 cm This child seat can be used in a seating position with up to 20 inches 50 8 cm of space between the LATCH anchors if the vehicle manufacturer allows O Child Seat Functions Using the Lower Connectors Where to find the Lower Connectors The lower connectors are located in the back of the base of the child seat Store the connectors in the slots when not in use To remove the lower connector from the storage slot or lower anchor 1 Press and hold the red release button 2 Pullthe lower connector from the storage slot or lower anchor To attach the lower connector to the storage slot or lower anchor Firmly push the lower connector into the slot or lower anchor until a click is heard NOTE The lower connectors store top down in the slot
40. teps below to tighten the harness To tighten the harness 1 Remove any bulky clothing from your child before tightening the harness Rear Facing Forward Facing 2 Check for proper harness height O Child Seat Functions 3 Remove slack in the harness from around child s upper thighs 4 Remove slack in the harness between the HUGS chest pads and buckle 5 Pull the harness adjuster strap until a click is heard The Click amp Safe indicator will click when the harness is within range of appropriate snugness v Check that the harness is buckled and secure v Check that the harness is snug and you can not pinch excess NOTE f there is still slack in the harness return to step 1 then pull the adjuster strap again until another click indicates a snug harness It may be necessary to double check to confirm that the harness is within range of appropriate snugness Always confirm a snug fit by attempting to pinch excess webbing Child Seat Functions O O Child Seat Functions Harness Height Adjustment Adjusting Buckle Position 1 Loosen the harness a Lift harness adjuster lever b Pull both harness straps forward IMPORTANT e ALWAYS position the buckle in the ADIUSTHENT inner slot for rear facing use SLOT e The vehicle belt must pass in front of the buckle strap for rear facing use e NEVER leave the buckle in the adjustment slot e Use the outer buckle slot when installing the child seat for
41. uctions The back seat is the safest place for children 12 and under Some vehicles have no seating positions which are compatible with this child seat If in doubt contact the vehicle manufacturer for assistance Lap shoulder belts 2 Motorized 3 Lap shoulder A with top or bottom automatic vehicle belts that have a Forward facing vehicle seats MUST be used with this child anchor points on seat belts separate retractor seat Side facing or rear facing seats CANNOT be used See the vehicle door each for the the diagram below lap section and shoulder section 4 Inflatable lap 5 Lap belts forward 6 Lap belts with a shoulder belts of the vehicle seat sewn in latch plate bight that have a retractor that locks only in case of a sudden stop ONOOaARWND o 14 Cover Harness Height Adjuster Head Restraint Comfort Pads Infant Body Pillow Harness Holder Lower Connector Bar Lower Connector Strap LATCH component Lower Connector Adjuster Release Button LATCH component 13 14 15 16 Lower Connector Adjuster LATCH component Lower Connector Release Button LATCH component Lower Connector LATCH component iy User Guide Storage in pocket behind cover HUGS Harness Ultra Guard System Chest Pads Chest Clip Harness Buckle 17 18 20 21 22 23 24 25 Belly Pad Harness Adjuster Lever under cover Click amp Safe Snug Harness Indicator under cover Harness A
42. ward facing with a child weighing 30 Ibs 13 6 kg and above or if the buckle is under the child in the inner position 2 Squeeze the harness height adjuster slide the harness into the desired position and release Ensure the harness has locked into position 1 Unbuckle the harness Remove 2 Turn the buckle webbing the belly pad and push the and slide it between buckle buckle through the cover positions NOTE n rear facing mode always position the harness straps at or 3 Slide the buckle retainer into below your child s shoulders See page 6 the buckle slot and ensure the p red release button faces out In forward facing mode always position the harness straps at or above your child s shoulders See page 7 Child Seat Functions Fastening the Buckle Insert one tongue at a time into Press the release button and the buckle pull the tongues from the kle NOTE Proper connection is PUCRS confirmed with an audible click NOTE Periodically clean after inserting each buckle the buckle to ensure proper tongue operation See Page 64 Using the Chest Clip 4 e gt t b click 1 Open the chest 2 Push together to fasten clip NOTE Always position the chest clip at a Press tabs armpit level b Pull apart Releasing the Buckle O Child Seat Functions Using the Lock Offs IMPORTANT Both parts of the lock off must be opened to secure a vehicle belt To Close
43. with child seats Lap Shoulder 3 Point Belt 1 ALR Automatic Locking Retractor with Sliding Latch Plate a Hasa latch plate that freely slides along the vehicle seat belt webbing b Hasa retractor that stops the belt from being pulled out again once the belt webbing has been pulled out at least 24 in 61 cm c Tightens by feeding the belt webbing back into the retractor O Vehicle Compatibility 2 ELR Emergency Locking Retractor with Locking Latch Plate a Hasa latch plate that locks the vehicle belt This type of latch plate locks the vehicle belt when the vehicle belt and latch plate lie flat When using this type of vehicle belt with a child seat ensure the latch plat and vehicle belt lie flat against the child seat or the vehicle belt may remain unlocked b Hasa retractor that locks only in an emergency situation such as sudden stop or crash 3 Switchable Retractor in ALR Mode with Sliding Latch Plate a Hasa latch plate that freely slides along the vehicle seat belt webbing b Hasa retractor that can be switched to function as an ALR Pull the belt all the way out of the retractor to set the automatic locking function To use a child seat with this type of vehicle seat belt you will need to switch to the ALR mode or use child seat lock offs Vehicle Compatibility 4 ELR Emergency Locking Retractor with a Sliding Latch Plate IMPORTANT This belt type r
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