The First Years B505C User's Manual
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1. the child s shoulders are above the shoulder belt guide with headrest in highest position Section 5 Booster Seat Parts Adjustable Car Headrest ale Handle Vehicle Shoulder Vehicle Belt Guide Shoulder Belt Guide Seat Back Armrest Cup Holder Instruction Manual Headrest Handle Instruction Manual Pocket Seat Back Fold Lock 6 Section 6 Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location e Use only the vehicle s lap and shoulder belt system when restraining a child in this Booster Seat e NEVER use the Booster Seat with only a vehicle lap belt e DO NOT use this Booster Seat with the vehicle s Child Restraint Anchorage System UAS Lower Universal Anchorage System or Lower Connector System DO NOT use this Booster Seat with vehicle seat belts mounted to front door e DO NOT use this Booster Seat if it cannot be properly installed Some child restraints will not fit some vehicle seating positions havens use this CS DO NOT place rear facing child seat B S fi ith air bag DEATH OR ooster Seat in any D E etee vehicle seating position equipped with an active air bag ztracen ti asiento delantero dol vehiculo que tenga una bolea ie ees Cer at alain manufacturer For side airbags see page 8 e DO NOT use this Booster Seat in rear seat of a compact pickup truck Severe head injury or death can occur The back seat is the safest place for children 12 and under2. injure the child in a sudden stop or crash Put heavy or sharp items in the trunk Loose items can be deadly in a crash If you need to use a blanket in cold weather put the child in the restraint and cover both with the blanket Section 9 Additional Information Certification This Booster Seat conforms to all requiremnts of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 2 for use in motor vehicles This Booster Seat is certified for use in motor vehicles Aircraft Use This restraint is NOT Certified for Aircraft Use An aircraft does not have a combination lap and shoulder belt required to use this Booster Seat Vehicle Seat Protection Protect vehicle seat Use a thin car seat mat thin towel or thin blanket under and behind Booster Seat Instruction Manual Storage Store instruction manual in pocket on back of Booster Seat Booster Seat Useful Life DO NOT use this Booster Seat after date on back of seat Parts may be missing damaged or the Booster Seat may have been in a crash 19 Section 9 Additional Information Registration Information Child restraints car seats could be recalled for safety reasons You must register this restraint to be reached in a recall Fill out the registration card attached to the car seat and mail today or send your name address and the restraints model number and manufacturing date to Compass Consumer Affairs P O Box 429 Kings Mills OH 45034 9981 or Call 1 888 89
3. 9 2229 or log onto www compassbaby com For recall information Transport Canada s Defect Investigations and Recalls Division at 1 800 333 0510 Or log onto Transport Canada s recall website at http www tc gc ca roadsafety recalls recintro_e htm Contact Compass from the information provided above 20 Removing Seat Pad Back Pad and Headrest Pad Gently unhook elastic and snaps Remove pads from Booster Seat Cleaning Seat Pad Back Pad and Headrest Pad Machine wash gentle cycle in cool water and mild soap Air dry Cleaning Shell Wipe with mild solution of soap and water Avoid wetting labels Rinse with clean water Never use household detergents or solvents Place pads on Booster Seat resecure elastic and snaps 21 We know pads get worn or damaged Some companies charge outrageous prices when their parts wear out At Compass we will sell you replacement parts at or near our cost plus what it costs us to handle and ship them They are still expensive but we promise they are fair prices Of course replacement instructions are always free Please call for current prices on other items 22 Keep this instruction manual for future use Store in pocket on back of Booster Seat Compass Compass Consumer Affairs P O Box 429 Kings Mills OH 45034 9981 or call 1 888 899 2229 or log onto www compassbaby com 2006 Compass 4000000253C EN Rev B
4. INSTRUCTION MANUAL Folding Adjustable Booster Seat This Booster Seat is for use by children who meet ALL the requirements below Weight is 40 to 100 pounds 18 to 45 kg Height is 38 to 57 inches 96 to 145 cm e Failure to use this Booster Seat properly increases the risk of serious injury or death in a sudden stop or crash e Do not install or use this Booster Seat until you have read and understand the instructions in this manual Section 1 Introduction Dear Parents Thank you for purchasing the Compass B505C Booster Seat We hope that it will make your child s travel safer easier and more pleasant We believe the B505C is the easiest Booster Seat to use We do more testing than other companies to make it as safe as possible And we use the latest methods to assure the highest quality Only Compass monitors the molding of every key plastic part Our MoldTrac technology allows us to watch every part as it is molded In addition we place a number on each seat so key parts can be traced You will find this number on the bottom of your seat We have tried very hard to keep our instructions simple and understandable We apologize for beginning our instructions with so many warnings but they are very important for you to properly restrain your child Read and understand all of the instructions and warnings The safety of your child depends on it If you have any questions or need assistance please
5. contact the Compass Staff at 1 888 899 2229 Keep this instruction manual for future use Store in pocket on back of Booster Seat No car seat can guarantee protection from injury in every situation but proper use helps reduce 1 the risk of serious injury or death Section 2 Table Of Contents e Failure to follow these instructions and Booster Seat labels can result in injury or death to a child from striking the vehicle s interior during a sudden stop or crash Even if the Booster Seat seems easy to figure out on your own it is important to read these instructions and the vehicle owner s manual for details you might miss e The instructions in this manual and in your vehicle owner s manual must be followed carefully If there is a conflict between the two the vehicle owner s manual must be followed Failure to use the automobile seat belt or to adjust it properly can result in your child striking the vehicle s interior during a sudden stop or crash Serious injury or death can occur DO NOT allow others baby sitters friends grandparents etc to use this Booster Seat unless they read and understand the instructions and labels Only use accessories manufactured by Compass Use of accessories can affect your child s safety ina sudden stop or crash e DO NOT modify or attach any toys padding or other items to this Booster Seat Untested modifications or padding could result in injury in a cras
6. h e Secure this booster car seat by means of a vehicle seat belt at all times even when not occupied An unsecured child restraint can injure someone if a crash occurs e Direct sunlight can make Booster Seat surfaces hot enough to burn your child Use caution and check them on hot sunny days e NEVER leave child unattended e DO NOT use this Booster Seat if it has been in a crash There may be hidden damage and it must be replaced Your insurance company may provide some some assistance replacing this booster DO NOT use this Booster Seat if it is damaged in any way or has missing parts e STOP USING THIS BOOSTER SEAT AND THROW IT AWAY after the date on the back of the seat e Secure this child restraint with a vehicle lap and shoulder belt Section 4 Use Recommendations Compass advises parents that children should use a child restraint with a built in harness system until they exceed the weight or height limits specified by the manufacturer B505C Booster Seat Use Requirements This child restraint is designed for use by children whose Weight is between 40 and 100 Ibs 18 and 45 kg and Height is between 38 and 57 inches 96 and 145 cm Child MUST meet all of these requirements to use this Booster Seat e DO NOT use this Booster Seat when top of child s ears are above the top edge of seat back Severe head or neck injuries can result without proper head support e DO NOT use Booster Seat when
7. ie i 1 Transport Canada alerts vehicle owners that according to accident statistics children under age 13 are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions rather than in front seating positions 2 Refer to vehicle owner s manual for car seat installation instructions for your vehicle Use Booster Seat in a vehicle rear seat location whenever possible Never put Booster Seat in a front seat location unless recommended by vehicle owner s manual For vehicles with air bags refer to vehicle owner s manual for child restraint installation information If a vehicle front seat location with an air bag must be used follow the vehicle manufacturer s instructions for child restraint use and move the vehicle seat back as far as possible Compass Policy Statement Use Of B505C Booster Seat In Conjunction With Side Airbags To determine the types of side impact air bag s your vehicle may have for individual seating positions please refer to your owner s manual The Compass B505C Booster Seat may be used in any rear seating position equipped only with side impact airbags Section 6 Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location Side Air Bags Continued that are roof mounted with curtain type deployment For all other vehicles with other types of side impact airbags please refer to the specfic vehicles owner s manual for appropriate use of booster seats or call the automobile manufact
8. ooster Seat Shoulder belt must stay under one arm rest the one nearest the auto buckle 6 Snugly adjust lap and shoulder belt according to instructions in vehicle owner s manual Lap belt MUST stay under both armrests 7 Check vehicle seat belt Lap belt must be snug and low on hips contacting thighs Shoulder belt must contact chest and be centered on shoulder NOTE Some active children may change position or move seat belt e DO NOT allow child to slide down under lap belt moving lap belt onto stomach or abdomen e DO NOT allow child to place shoulder belt under arm or behind back 14 Section 7 Installation and Use Cup Holders To Use Rotate cup holder out into use position DO NOT place pencils or other sharp or pointed objects in cup holder To Store Rotate cup holder back into stored position Storage amp Transport Of Booster Seat To Fold Booster Seat Pull lower edge of green seat back fold lock out and fold seat back forward toward seat bottom Move seat back down until it is in the folded position Store Booster Seat inside carton in a cool dry location To Carry Booster Seat Place fingers in carry handle opening and grasp top of seat back 15 V Did you read and understand these instructions and labels on the Booster Seat y Is the child the proper weight and height for the Booster Seat y Is the child secured in the rear seat y Is
9. the child restraint forward facing with a lap and shoulder belt y Is the vehicle seat belt properly secured and snugly adjusted Lap belt under armrests Shoulder belt in shoulder belt guide Shoulder belt guide at or above child s shoulders Child is sitting up with lap belt low and contacting thighs Shoulder belt is contacting chest and on shoulder y Check for hot surfaces in sunny weather y Current date is not after Do Not use After date on back of Booster Seat Please drive safely For assistance with installation or use contact one of the following sources Compass at Phone 1 888 899 2229 Email info compassbaby com Transport Canada s Road Safety Information Centre at 1 800 333 0371 or roadsafetywebmail tc gc ca Or attend a car seat clinic in your area EVERYONE rides buckled up or the vehicle DOES NOT GO Make NO EXCEPTIONS for adults or children If someone unbuckles the vehicle STOPS Being firm and consistent will result in fewer discipline problems as children grow older An unrestrained person can be thrown into and injure other passengers NEVER try to tend to a crying child s needs while driving Never take a child out of a child restraint for comforting while the vehicle is moving DO NOT allow child to slide down under lap belt or put shoulder belt under arm or behind back DO NOT allow a child to have lollipops popsicles or other food on a stick The item can
10. tion vehicle lap belt across child s abdomen and shoulder belt over neck or face 11 Section 7 Installation and Use 1 Open the Booster Seat from its folded position until seat back locks in place Grasp seat back and seat bottom and pull to unfold Booster Seat Continue to move seat back until it locks in place Check that back is locked Push forward on seat back to verify 2 Place Booster Seat in vehicle seating location selected Seating location MUST have a lap and shoulder belt If vehicle seat back is adjustable adjust back into the upright position Adjust vehicle head rest to lowest position 12 Section 7 Installation and Use 3 Place child in Booster Seat Child MUST sit upright with back contacting seat back NOT slouching or sliding down 4 Adjust headrest so that the top of shoulder belt guides are at or just above child s shoulders Push yellow headrest handles in and move headrest up or down to desired position Release headrest handles and make sure handles snap into locked position 13 Section 7 Installation and Use 5 Place lap and shoulder belt across front of child and buckle seat belt Position lap belt under both armrests Place shoulder belt over child s chest and into shoulder belt guide NOTE Armrest may be raised to make getting in Booster Seat easier Be sure to lower armrest once child is seated in the B
11. urer for more information 3 Vehicle Seats DO NOT use this Booster Seat with the following vehicle seats NO Seats Which Seats Which Rear Seats Of Face Sides Of Face Rear Small Extended Vehicle Of Vehicle Cab Pickup Trucks 4 Vehicle Seat Belt Systems Use only the vehicle s lap and shoulder belt system when restraining the child in this booster seat Design and operation of vehicle seat belt systems vary from vehicle to vehicle and from seating location to seating same vehicle Not all vehicle seat belts can be used with a child restraint Refer Lap and to the information in this section for Shoulder Belt information on the various types of vehicle seat belt systems DO NOT use this Booster Seat with the following vehicle seat belts Lap Belt Only Passive Restraints Passive Restraints Motorized Lap Or Shoulder Shoulder Belt Belt Mounted On Front Door 10 Section 7 Installation and Use e Use only a vehicle lap and shoulder belt system when restraining the child in this Booster Seat e NEVER use just a lap belt Always use a combination lap and shoulder belt e Snugly adjust the vehicle lap and shoulder belt around your child according to the instructions in the vehicle owner s manual e NEVER place the Booster Seat in a seating position with an active air bag unless recommended by the vehicle manufacturer e DO NOT allow child to slide down in Booster Seat which could posi
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