Diono Radian 65SL Instruction Manual
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1. Sunshine Kids Oo JUVENILE PRODUCTS Making Travel Safe and Easy 1 888 336 7909 www skjp com E2009 Sunshine Kids Juveniie Products LLC Al rights reserved Radian655L Manual US Revi 090728 Instruction Manual ezzm Radian Feature Diagram Table of Contents Wamings Child Restraint Safety Information Seat Belt Information Carrying Restraint Unfolding and Folding Restraint Rear facing LATCH installation 5 to 40 Ibs Rear facing Lap Shoulder Belt installation 5 fo 40 Ibs Rear facing Lap Balt installation 5 to 40 Ibs Forward facing LATCH installation 20 to 65 Ibs installation 20 to 65 Ibs Forward facing Lap Belt installation 20 to 65 Ibs Aircraft Installation SafeStop Instructions Top Tether Tether Connecting Strap Operating Super LA TCH Connector Using Harness Clip Properly Securing Child Adjusting Harness Height Harness Buckle Location Harness Buckle Removal and Installation Locking Vehicle Belt with Locking Clip Restraint Cover Cleaning and Maintenance Warranty Information 25 88883 31 32 35 o m 4 42 1 Child information tag 2 LATCH strap 3 LATCH strap guide 4 Forward facing belt path 5 Release lever 6 Hamess adjuster strap 7 Metal hamess yoke 8 Shoulder hamess strap 9 Hamess siot 10 Locking clip 11 Top tether 12 Carry strap 13 Fabric side pane 14 Harness cilp 15 Buckle pad 16 Hamess adjuster ever 17 Buckle slot 18 Buckle2. 19 Shouider s 20 Detachable basa anchor 22 SafeStop 23 Locking bolts 24 Shoulder strap anchor WARNING DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur Follow all instructions labeled on this child restraint and in the written instruction manual on the lanyard located on back of restraint For infants under 4 5 kg 10 Ibs consult pediatrician for recommended seat back angle before Failure to follow all instructions and product labels can result in death or serious injury in a crash Carefully read and understand this manual prior to using restraint If you h uestions visit have any que S ViSil www com or contact Sunshine Kids at 1 880 136 7909 Use only with children weighing between 5 Ibs to 65 Ibs 2 3 kg to 29 5 kg and who have a height of 53 inches 134 5 cm or less Use only in rear facing position with any infant weighing less than 20 Ibs 9 1Kg Maximum child weights rear facing 40 Ibs 18 kg forward facing 65 ibs 29 5 kg Only secure this child restraint with the vehicle s lower universal anchorage system LATCH if available or with vehicle seat belt This restraint features the SuperLATCH installation system Vehicle s lower anchor points or top tether can be used to install this restraint for a child weighing up to 65 Ibs 29 5 kg in vehicles made after September 2005 For vehicles made before September 2005 consult vehicle manual for lower anchor and tether limits
3. 3 Install restraint as shown in appropriate installation sections see pages 14 to 24 for restraint installation instructions 4 After installing restraint pull top tether adjuster strap to remove all slack Confirm top tether strap has tension and that restraint is properly secured and stable and restraint is reclined at the proper angle Restraint angle can be adjusted by tightening top tether strap Tether Connecting Strap 4 WARNING Tether connecting strap is ONLY to be used in rear facing installations With some vehicle models the top tether hook may not fit structural parts of vehicle seat or there may not be a suitable anchorage point for top tether hook It may be necessary to use the tether connecting strap to create a tether anchorage point 1 Locate attachment point where a vehicle seat belt is anchored directly to frame of vehicle OR find cis leg of a vehicle seat that is bolted to vehicle me 2 Wrap tether connect ing strap around vehicle leg or seat belt anchorage point and thread metal D ring through the loop at end of tether connecting strap Pull strap to form a tight knot Fig 3 3 Now use metal D ring as an anchorage point for top tether metal hook see page 28 for restraint tether instructions 29 Restraint Harness Buckle To Fasten Insert one buckle tongue at a time into buckle A click confirms proper connection after each tongue is inserted Fig 1 To
4. For Children 5 Ibs 40 ibs continued 4 Push restraint down firmly into vehicle seat back while adjusting seat belt length Tighten and lock seat belt according to vehicie owner s manual Fig 3 Vehicle cushions should compress where there is contact with restraint s Check List Confirm restraint is properly positioned Confirm seat belt is tight and buckle is properly fastened Confirm restraint installation is stable see page 25 Confirm proper restraint angle see page 18 Stability of installation and rear facing angle can be improved by using top tether see page 28 for top tether instructions Removal Release seat belt buckle and disconnect top tether if in use Properly store top tether Forward Facing LATCH installation For Children 20 ibs 65 Ibs WARNING Remove detachabie base when restraint is forward facing Do NOT place infant in forward facing restraint until 1 yr and 20 Ibs ALWAYS use with LATCH installation for forward facing below 40 Ibs see page 26 This restraint features the SuperLATCH installation system Vehicle s lower anchor points or top tether can be used to install this restraint for a child weighing up to 65 Ibs 29 5 kg in vehicles made after September 2005 For vehicles made before September 2005 consult vehicle manual for lower anchor and tether limits See page 41 for LATCH connector instructions Fig 1 shows a typical forward
5. Secure the anchorage strap provided with this child pbk Always use the SafeStop device according lo manufacturer s instructions Always use a locking clip if it is required for proper restraint installation Consult vehicle owner s manual pe installing ina a equi wi t passenger airbags carefully re vehicle owner s manual for proper restraint installation instructions WARNING DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur Some vehicles have passenger seating in which the passenger faces the side or the rear of the vehicle Do not install this restraint in such passenger geh d Only use this restraint in a vehicle seat which faces an adult passenger toward the front of the vehicle Always adjust restraint hamess for a comfortable and snug fit around child A snug harness 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 This restraint is not for use in homes boats on a motorcycle or in any other non specified applications or environments Always keep this child restraint secured in the vehicle even when it is unoccupied In a crash an unsecured child restraint system may injure other occupants In the event of an accident the vehicle body itself provides the most significant passenger protection While a properly installed restraint will improve chances for s
6. WARNING Failure to A e AE fe pletely or deai Pe tnd in an apaan belt is wih ELR Emerg ooking Rotracika at Locking Retractor you MUST use a lak If you have any questions about the specific type of seat belt em in your vehicle and its operation consult vehicle owner s manual or contact vehicle 1 Remove locking clip from storage location on restraint back 2 Begin restraint installation as per instructions see opes 16 and 22 for lap shoulder belt insta instructions 3 After seat belt is tightened lap and shoulder together one fand F Fig o l ites determi correct seat belt length to lock Using your other hand release the seat belt buckle 4 While still holding the la and der bella P to the lag joe belts Fig 2 5 Re insert seat belt buckle mae into buckle Fig 3 6 If seat belt is not tight enough re tighten seat belt and repeat steps 3 though 5 37 Locking a Vehicle Lap Shoulder Belt with a Locking Clip continued 7 Once seat belt is tight and locked complete remaining installation instructions NOTE To prevent loss secure locking clip in its storage location after use Restraint Cover Removing restraint cover 1 Unthread harness shoulder straps from back of restraint see page 34 adjusting height 2 Remove fasteners securing cover to inside of restraint bottom Fig 1 A 3 Remove fasteners cover
7. plastic shell Clean with damp cloth only wet cloth with warm water and mild soap and wring thoroughly so itis NOT dripping water Towel dry Do NOT use solvents or abrasive cleaners Washing the cover Hand wash only Line dry to prevent shrinking Do NOT bleach machine wash or machine dry See page 38 for cover removal and replacement Cleaning harness straps Clean with damp cloth only wet cloth with warm water and mild soap and wring thoroughly so itis NOT dripping water Towel dry Do NOT use solvents or abrasive cleaners Cleaning harness adjuster Periodically inspect harness adjuster for cleanliness and proper functioning When lifted hamess adjuster should spring back immediately Use a soft bristle brush to remove loose debris or clean more thoroughly if necessary Clean with damp cloth only wet cloth with warm water and wring cloth thoroughly so it is NOT dripping water Towel dry Do NOT use solvents or abrasive cleaners Do NOT attempt to disassemble the harness or unthread adjuster mechanism Cleaning and Maintenance continued Cleaning harness buckle If child eats or drinks in restraint periodically clean harness buckle to insure proper functioning Rinse thoroughly in mildly Towel dry Remove center buckle from restraint see page 35 hot water or soak overnight to loosen dried liquid or hardened food debris Fig 1 Con
8. release locking bolts Fig 3 4 Pull harness straps firmly toward top center of restraint Keep buckle extended toward top of restraint while folding seat bottom into back Fig 4 tF IMPORTANT If restraint does not easily fold completely do NOT force it closed See below Folding Tips 5 Fasten red carry strap to secure restraint in its folded position Fig 5 Ay WARNING Restraint can and cause injury if not dom carry i Folding Tips to fold restraint completely Loosen hamess sufficiently Unfasten and tuck fabric side panels into the sides Pull harness buckle toward top of restraint Make sure cover fabric or harness webbing is not caught in the steel supports when folding 12 Detachable Base WARNING Detachable base must be used when restraint is rear Do NOT use detachable base when restraint is forward facing installing base Rear facing only 1 Confirm restraint is locked in its unfolded position see page 10 2 Confirm adjustable bottom is locked in its raised position see page 27 3 Align posts with holes and insert base into restraint bottom Fig 1 4 Slide base back until it reaches alignment mark on restraint bottom and secures into place Fig 2 5 Push down metal tab to lock base Fig 3 Removing base 1 Lift metal tab to unlock base Fig 3 2 Slide base forward the opposite direction as shown in Fig 2 3 Pull base awa
9. Unfasten Press the red button on the face of buckle and both buckle tongues will eject Fig 1 amp SuperLATCH SuperLATCH is a high capacity child restraint installation system amp Using SuperLATCH Connector 1 Press red button to set connector to open position for use Fig 2 2 Attach connector to vehicle anchor audible click confirms attachment see pages 14 and 20 for complete instructions Removal Press red button to release connector from vehicle anchor Fig 1 Using Harness Clip v IMPORTANT Position harness clip at proper height for child level with child s armpits Fig 1 To Fasten Push both halves together until a click confirms proper engagement To Unfasten Squeeze middle tabs together Fig 2 A and separate clip Fig 2 B Properly Securing Chiid 4 WARNING Serious injury or death can result if child is not properly secured in restraint Confirm harness is sn cpus sach use end MIU making any restraint acjustments 1 Confirm proper restraint installation 2 To loosen harness lift hamess adjuster and pull ro straps forward 3 Unfasten harness clip and hamess buckle and move harness straps to 4 Place child in restraint 5 Position harness straps around child and fasten buckle and harness clip Figs 2 amp 3 Confirm harness clip and buckle are properly fastened 2 gently tugging on each ull harness straps upward to snugly fit ap porti
10. al arising out the use of this product Warranty limitations and other warranty terms and conditions The express warranty provided hereunder is in lieu of any implied warranties including implied warranties of merchantability and appropriateness for a particular purpose and shall be limited to the duration and terms of this express written warranty unless otherwise restricted by applicable state law This warranty grants you specific legal rights Neither Sunshine Kids nor any retailer selling this product authorizes any other person or party to create for it any other warranty obligation or liability in connection with this product 43
11. ble base is securely attached to restraint bottom see page 13 2 Place restraint in proper rear facing position Restraint bottom and base are both flat on the vehicle seat with front of restraint against the back of that vehicle seat Fig 1 Rear facing angle can be adjusted by using the optional top tether shown in blue in Fig 1 see page 28 for top tether instructions Note It may be necessary to move vehicle front seats slightly forward to fit a rear facing restraint at correct angle 3 Route seat belit th rear facing belt path and buckle it Figs 2 amp 3 Confirm seat belt lays flat and is not t Rear Facing Lap SRoulder Belt installation For Children 5 Ibs 40 Ibs continued 4 Push restraint down firmly ris lng Se while pu er portion of seat belt to remove pee and tighten lap parion of seat belt Fig 4 Vehicle cushions should compress where there is contact with restraint 4 WARNING Make sure vehicle seat belt is property locked Failure to properly lock seat beit will result in an unsafe installation that will greatly increase the potential for injury or death to the child in an accident Carefully read vehicle owner s manual to determine seat belt locking requirements or contact vehicle manufacturer See page 37 for instructions on using a locking clip V Check List Confirm restraint is properly positioned Confirm seat belt is tight and securely locked C
12. e levers and locking bolts should operate smoothly and freely When release levers are lifted the release levers and locking bolts should spring back immediately and completely Do not use restraint if release levers and or locking bolts either bind or do not move freely When not in use store restraint properly and avoid placing heavy objects on top of it To prevent injury to child Do not use restraint if it is older than eight years Manufacture date is on back of restraint Do not use restraint after it has been involved in any accident Damage to the restraint may have occurred which could impair its ability to adequately protect a child This restraint is not a toy Do not allow children to play with it Using any non Sunshine Kids product with this restraint or any product not specifically approved by Sunshine Kids for use with this restraint is not allowed Use of such products voids manufacturer s warranty and may seriously impact this product s ability to perform properly in an accident Fill out Emergency Child Information form attached to back of restraint Seat Belt Information The information below applies only to installations using vehicle seat belts ts IMPORTANT This restraint can be installed securely in most vehicles using the seat belt However some seat belts have an anchoring position for the lap belt that may not allow a secure restraint installation Some vehicles do not have a
13. elease ae TM NAM levers are lifted release levers and locking bolts to tighten Fig 3 If strap should spring back immediately does not slide freely fold i restraint remove harness Do NOT oil or lubricate any part of restraint adjusting strap from fold ALWAYS confirm restraint is locked securely in Joint and repeat step 3 its unfolded position before each use To avoid risk of injury keep others at a safe Fasten both fabric side distance dur ng folding and unfolding panels to center panel Familiarize yourself with restraint unfolding and Fig 4 folding operations prior to use A 39 en Slide red carry strap into bottom slot in center of cover when not in use Unfolding Restraint Fig 5 1 Place restraint on its back on a flat surface and unfasten red carry strap from Fig 1 i Folding Restraint 1 Remove red carry strap from behind cover and unbuckle hamess 2 Firmly rotate restraint U both zi bottom until a click bendi Bsa em confirms restraint is Fig 1 locked in open position Fig 2 2 Loosen hamess lift hamess adjuster while tF IMPORTANT pulling the hamess straps Confirm release levers are completely recessed eel IN forward inside their housings See page 3 diagram Confirm restraint is locked in the open position if not repeat step 2 Folding Restraint 3 Place restraint on its back push either release lever downward to
14. facing installation with LATCH Confirm vehicle seating location has its own LATCH anchors If it does not you must use vehicle seat belt installation see pages 22 and 24 Locate LATCH belting secured in storage compartment on restraint back Press red release button to remove each LATCH connector and webbing Slide the narrow LATCH strap out of plastic strap guides on side of the seat Place restraint in forward facing position Stability of installation can be roved by using top tether shown in blue Fig 1 see page 28 for top tether instru 3 Route LATCH belt through forward facing belt path and behind restraint cover Fig 2 Forward Facing LATCH Installation For Children 20 Ibs 65 Ibs continued Installation Tip Unfasten fabric side panels and reach behind restraint cover for easy access to belt path Fig 3 5 Confirm LATCH belt lays flat and is not twisted Attach each connector to the LATCH anchor closest to each side of the restraint Fig 4 LATCH connector will click to confirm attachment to anchor 6 Pull loose end of LATCH strap through back of restraint Fig 5 Kneel on restraint to force it into vehicle seat while pulling strap in upward direction until tight Fig 6 Vehicle cushions should compress where there is contact with restraint v Check List Confirm restraint is pro ny positioned Confirm LATCH belt is fight and that connecti
15. firm proper buckle functioning repeatedly fasten and un fasten buckle with both tongues If no click is heard confirming proper engagement after inserting each buckle tongue repeat cleaning procedure Use ONLY water to clean buckle Do NOT use solvents soap abrasive cleaners or detergents Do NOT lubricate Replacing harness straps 1 Remove harness clip and buckle tongs from harness straps 2 Take out screws and remove access panels Fig 1 3 Remove old hamess straps from seat 4 Insert new harness strap through slot in metal frame Fig 2 pull strap until metal end is inside the cavity Fig 3 5 Fasten access panels in place with screws Fig 1 6 Slide buckle tongs and hamess clip onto harness straps Warranty Information This child restraint was manufactured by Sunshine Kids Juvenile Products LLC Sunshine Kids Sunshine Kids warrants this product to the original retail purchaser as follows Limited one year warranty This product is warranted solely to the retail customer who purchased the product against defective materials or workmanship for one year from original date of retail purchase Proof of purchase is required The exclusive remedy for this warranty is that Sunshine Kids will at its option replace repair or provide replacement components for this product or may refund the original purchase price of this product Sunshine Kids reserves the right to change fabrics parts pr
16. ing a locking clip V Check List Confirm restraint is properly positioned Confirm seat belt s tight and securely locked Confirm seat belt buckle is properly fastened Confirm restraint is stable see page 25 Removal Release seat belt buckle and disconnect top tether if in use Properly store top tether Forward Facing Lap Belt Installation For Children 20 ibs 65 Ibs WARNING Do NOT place infant in forward facing restraint until 1 yr and 20 Ibs Forward Facing Lap Belt Installation For Children 20 Ibs 65 ibs continued 3 Kneel on restraint to force it into vehicle seat while pulling shoulder portion of seat belt to Vehicle cushions should compress where there is contact with restraint V Check List Confirm restraint is properly positioned Confirm seat belt is tight and properly locked Confirm seat belt buckle is properly fastened Confirm restraint is stable see below Removal Press seat belt buckle and disconnect top tether if in use Property store top tether Checking Restraint Stability 4 WARNING An unstable installation is NOT safe and will Confirm stability of restraint after installation and each use Grasp restraint near belt path being used Attempt to move restraint side to side and front to back restraint should not move more than 1 in any direction Restraint should stay securely installed and the securing belt either LATCH belt or vehic
17. le seat belt must remain tightly adjusted If restraint does not stay securely installed or if the securing belt does not stay tightly adjusted restraint installation is NOT safe You MUST re install restraint according to the restraint instructions and the vehicle owner s manual Aircraft Installation This restraint is FAA certified for use in an aircraft Forward facing Recline Adjustment SafeStop Pull adjustable bottom SafeStop is a load limiting device designed to absorb sus dug aside energy and reduce impact to a smaller forward facing pom 3 ease child Store SafeStop with top tether on back of restraint r Fig WARNING Confirm adjustable A bottom is locked in its ALWAYS use SafeStop when using lowered position Raising adjustable bottom 1 Pull bar upward Fig 2 1 Pull bar upward Fig 2 Push adjustable bottom Confirm adjustable WARNING Rear facing aircraft Do not operate adjustable bottom when using Installation Fig 1 detachable base with rear facing installation Adjust seatbelt buckle to its Hai pes bottom to position forward shortest length to insure buckle M RR is accessible for release Ask flight attendant for seatbelt Fig 1 shows operation of extender and then use this adjustable bottom extender to adjust seatbelt length Adjustable bottom must be Following remaining installation operated before installation instructions on page 18 of restraint Restraint
18. must be locked in Forward facing aircraft its unfolded position before Installation Fig 2 operating adjustable bottom Follow installation Lowering adjustable instructions on page 24 bottom back into restraint bottom then release bar Fig 4 bottom is locked in its raised position Top Tether While Sunshine Kids always recommends the rei ae to ding top tether use is not required wi f vehicle does not have tether anchorage points consult vehicle owner s manual or contact vehicle manufacturer with questions Do NOT modify vehicle without approval from vehicle manufacturer or authorized vehicle dealer Do NOT attach tether connecting strap to any movable mechanism of a vehicle seat dn of rear facing restraint can be adjusted ghtening top tether strap WARNING In forward facing install Deen A corr an points proved vehicle fathar anchorage M top tether with forward facing child under 40 ibs see page 26 Using Top Tether 1 installing restraint remove top tether from iere Mu and fully extend tether strap into reped 2 Loosely attach top tether to approved anchorage pont in vehicle using the hook at end of top tether p See Fig 1 for forward facing installations See Fig 2 for rear facing installations Note Rear facing installation may also require the use of tether connecting strap see page 29 28 Top Tether continued Rear Facing
19. nt in the front seat of a vehicla with a passenger air bag unless the air bag is tumed off DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur The back seat is the safest vx IMPORTANT Before each use always confirm restraint is securely installed and harness is properly adjusted around the child Remember The addition or removal of clothing such as a sweater or coat will change the fit of the harness Always confirm before each use that restraint is securely locked in its unfolded position Make sure vehicle seats which fold forward are securely locked in their open position An unsecured vehicle seat back can impair the ability of the restraint to protect the child occupants Child Restraint Safety Information continued Cover restraint when vehicle is parked in direct sunlight Parts of the restraint can become hot and cause injury to a child Do not leave any child in a vehicle alone or unattended by an adult Secure all personal objects inside the vehicle In an accident loose objects can become flying hazards with the potential for causing serious injury Except per the instructions in this manual do not disassemble attempt to disassemble or tamper with any part of this restraint or change the way the restraint harness or the vehicle restraint system is used Do not use restraint if there is any appearance of rust on any of the metal surfaces Do not oil or lubricate any part of the restraint Releas
20. ny seating positions that are compatible with a child restraint Read owner s manual to determine child specific seating Contact the vehicle manufacturer if you have any doubts or questions Some vehicle seat belts that are NOT compatible with this restraint are Seat belts with top or bottom anchorage points attached to the front door Motor driven automatic seat belts Non ocking ELR two point vehicle seat belts If your seat belt is of a type listed above choose another seat within the vehicle or use LATCH connectors and anchorage points Information on the types of seat belts in your vehicle are in the vehicle owner s manual Carrying Restraint 4 WARNING Do not carry restraint by hamess adjuster strap aaa rnm Only the shoulder strap made by Sunshine Kids is approved for use with this restraint There are four ways to carry restraint 1 Red carry strap Fig 1 2 Plastic side Fig 2 3 Shoulder Connect shoulder err anchors on side dope Fig 3 4 Backpack Requires two shoulder straps Connect shoulder straps to lower webbing anchors on both sides and upper anchors on back of restraint Fig 4 Padded shoulder strap available as a separate accessory not included Unfolding and Folding Restraint Unfolding Restraint 4k WARNING continued 3 Pull harness adjusting Do NOT use restraint if release levers or locking bolts bind or do not move freely When r
21. oduct model or to make substitutions To initiate a claim under this warranty please contact Sunshine Kids at 1 888 336 7909 or contact us using the address on the back of this instruction manual 42 Warranty Information continued Limited one year warranty Please register this product within 30 days of original date of purchase by completing and mailing the registration card Warranty Limitations This warranty does not include damage arising directly or indirectly from negligence misuse or unapproved use by the retail customer which are not in accordance with instructions contained in the product instruction manual or Federal governmental safety guidelines for the use of such products Using any non Sunshine Kids product or any product not specifically approved by Sunshine Kids for use with this restraint is not allowed Use of such non sunshine Kids products could seriously impair this product s ability to perform properly in an accident and could cause it to fail Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Any such use will result in the voiding of the warranty provided hereunder Limitations of Damages The warranty and remedies set forth above are sole and exclusive remedies with respect to the product and are in lieu of all others whether oral or written expressed or implied In no event whatsoever will Sunshine Kids or a retailer of this product be liable for any damages including those incidental or consequenti
22. on of harness which should fit low on aui s body across the hips 7 Slowly put duser strap hamess for a comfortable and anug fit around child Fig 4 A snug hamess strap should Ah 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 32 Properly Securing Child continued t IMPORTANT Give a firm upward tug on both harness straps behind the child s shoulders and close to the harness slots in the restraint to confirm there is no harness slack behind the restraint B onem harness is not twisted and lays flat against il 9 Properly position harness clip so that it is level with child s armpits 10 Confirm harness height is correct see below for correct Hamess Height 11 Confirm harness buckle location is correct see page 35 for correct center buckle position Proper Harness Height amp Child Height WARNING ONLY use three shoulder harness positions for cing child 1 Confirm correct harness height Rear facing Fig 1 Straps should be in nearest slot at or below the r t child s shoulders Forward facing Fig should be in nearest slot at or a xi dre evel of child s shoulders Note when using u porost harness position level of child s shoulders can be above hamess slot as ebay child is proper height see page 3 If hamess height is not correct you MUST adj
23. onfirm seat belt buckle is properly fastened Confirm restraint installation is stable Confirm proper restraint angle see page 16 Stability of installation and rear facing angle can be improved by using top tether see page 28 for top tether instructions Removal Release seat belt buckle and disconnect top tether if in use Properly store top tether Rear Facing Lap Belt Installation For Children 5 Ibs 40 ibs WARNING You must use restraint rear facing if child is less than 1 yeer and weighs less than 20 ibs Detachable base must be used with rear facing restraint Do NOT use SafeStop with rear facing child Fig 1 shows a typical rear facing installation with a lap vehicle seat belt Measure restraint angle from vehicle floor 1 Confirm detachable base is securely attached to restraint bottom see page 13 2 Place restraint in proper rear facing position Restraint bottom and base are both flat on the vehicle seat with front of restraint against the back of that vehicle seat Fig 1 Rear facing angle can be adjusted by using opional top tether shown in blue in Fig 1 see page 28 for top tether instructions Note it may be necessary to move vehicle front seats slightly forward fo fit a rear facing restraint at correct angle 3 Route seat belt through rear facing belt path Fig 2 Confirm seat belt lays flat and is not twisted Rear Facing Lap Belt Installation
24. ons to amp ved LATCH anchorss are secure restraint is stable see page 25 Removal Press red release bufton on each LATCH connector Disconnect top tether Properly store LATCH belt and top 21 Forward Facing Lap Shoulder Belt Installation For Children 20 ibs 65 ibs WARNING Remove detachable base when restraint is forward facing Do NOT place infant in forward facing restraint until 1 yr and 20 Ibs belt installation ONLY use with top tether and with child under 40 ibs see page 26 Fig 1 shows a cal forward facing lation with Lap Shoulder belt forward facie facing poston Siab nbe 2 Route seat belt through forward facing belt path and behind restraint cover and buckle it Figs 2 amp 3 seat belt lays flat and is not twisted Installation Tip Unfasten fabric side Forward Facing Lap Shoulder Belt Installation For Children 20 ibs 65 ibs continued 3 Kneel on restraint to force it into vehicle seat while pulling shoulder portion of seat belt to remove slack and tighten lap portion of seat belt Fig 5 Vehicle cushions should compress where there is contact with restraint 44 WARNING Make sure vehicie seat belt is property locked Failure to Dorem NL AM unn RUMOR Pal i OGAY nerenes tee potent for injury or death o the chid an rone d belt locking cared o or contact vehicle manufacturer See page 37 for instructions on us
25. rrect angle Rear Facing LATCH Installation For Children 5 lbs 40 Ibs continued 5 Route LATCH belt through rear facing belt path Confirm LATCH belt lays flat and is not twisted Attach each connector to the LATCH anchor closest to each side of the restraint Figs 2 amp 3 LATCH connector will click to confirm attachment to anchor 6 Push restraint down firmly into vehicle seat back while tightening LATCH belt Fig 4 contact with restraint V Check List Confirm restra nt is properly positioned Confirm LATCH belit is and that connections to approved LATCH ors are secure Confirm restraint installation fs stable see page 25 Confirm proper restraint angle see page 14 Stability of installation and rear facing angle can be improved by using top tether see 28 for fon tare eri a Removal Press red release button on each LATCH connecior fo release it Disconnect top tether if in use Property store LATCH beit and top tether 15 Rear Facing Lap Shoulder Belt Installation For Children 5 Ibs 40 ibs WARNING You must use restraint rear facing if child is less than 1 year and weighs less than 20 ibs Detachable base must be used with rear facing restraint Do NOT use SafeStop with rear facing child Fig 1 shows a typical rear facing installation with a lap shoulder vehicle seat belt Measure restraint angle from vehicle floor 1 Confirm detacha
26. s sharply back towards child Fig C move buckle to a rear buckle location See below For children over 30 Ibs Always use forward most buckle location Harness Buckle Removal and installation Installing harness buckle 1 Locate correct harness buckle slot 2 Hold buckle strap metal retainer vertically and then rotate it slightly to slide it completely through slot in restraint bottom Fig 1 3 Firmly pull buckle upward to confirm it is secured by restraint bottom 4 Confirm buckle release button faces towards front of restraint and buckle strap is not twisted Harness Buckle Removal and Installation continued Removing harness buckle 1 Make sure restraint is securely locked in its unfolded position See page 40 unfolding restraint 2 Unbuckle harness 3 Push harness buckle strap down 2 inches into rear facing belt path tunnel 4 Position metal buckle strap retainer so that it is vertical Fig 2 5 Guide buckle strap and metal retainer upward and rotate it slightly to fit mon slot in restraint seo Fig 1 on page 35 usr IMPORTANT For larger hands or if buckle is in position closest to child partially fold the restraint to access the metal retainer through bottom of restraint Fig 3 Lockin a Vehicle Lap Shoulder Belt with a Locking Clip Popa use ofa locking clip maintains a tight secure installation venting the seat belt from becoming loose over time Ay
27. to outside of restraint bottom Fig 1 B 4 Unhook fasteners X cover to front of 5 Carefully remove upper portion of cover from linking cure riot in dames tim iiia EPG foam panels and then remove cover from bottom portion of the restraint Replacing restraint cover To replace the cover follow cover removal instructions in reverse order Make sure hamess Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning Maintenance of release mechanism and locking bolts Periodically inspect release levers and locking bolts for cleanliness and proper fu release levers are lifted release levers locking bolts should spring back immediately and completely 44 WARNING Do NOT use restraint if release levers and locking bolts do not function There may Do NOT off or lubricate any part of the restraint Do NOT use restraint if there is any appearance of rust on any metal surface Remove debris from release mechanism areas fig 1 with soft bristled brush Removing dried liquids or food require more thorough cleaning 1 Secure restraint in its folded position see page 11 folding restraint 2 Clean with damp cloth only wet cloth with warm water ena wring thoroughly so it is NOT dripping 3 Towel dry 4 Confirm areas are free of debris and release mechanisms function properly Use ONLY water Do NOT use solvents soap abrasive cleaners or any detergents Cleaning and Maintenance continued Cleaning the
28. urvival in most accidents some crashes are unsurvivable regardiess of what restraint is used Based on accident s atistics the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recommends the vehicle s rear seat as the safest location for all children under age 13 Register this restraint with the manufacturer using the attached registration card Seating Position Information Ai WARNING Use restraint ONLY with forward facing vehicle seats DO NOT use restraint with side facing or rear facing vehicle seats in vans trucks or station wagons Child Restraint Safety Information This restraint meets all applicable U S Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards This restraint is certified for use in motor vehicles and aircraft Register this restraint with the manufacturer Child restraints can be recalled for various reasons To be reached directly in the event of a recall you must register your restraint with the manufacturer Fill out the included product registration card and mail it You can register online at www skjp com You can also register by sending your name address the restraint s model and serial number to Product Registration c o Sunshine Kids Juvenile Products PO Box 77129 Seattle WA 98177 9989 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 WARNING DO NOT place a child restrai
29. ust it before using restraint with that child See page 34 for adjusting harness height Harness slot Harness slot below shoulders above shoulders 33 Proper Harness Height and Child Height continued Welght Ranges Rear Facing 5 40 Ibs 2 3kg 18kg Forward Facing up to 85 ibe 29 5 kg Maximum Height Child Ia too tall for restraint If tops of the ears are above the back of the restraint OR if child is more than 53 tal 134 5 cm Adjusting Harness Height 1 Loosen harness lift hamess ad uster and pull shoulder forward Fig 1 2 ELO ee from metal harness yoke Fig 2 3 From front of restraint pull shoulder straps out and re thread them through the correct height harness slots Fig 3 From back of seat re attach shoulder straps to metal harness yoke Fig 2 t IMPORTANT Make ends of straps are threaded compleat onto the arm dE simpa am firad 5 Confirm harness straps are not twisted and both shoulder straps are threaded through restraint at the same height B Pull harness adjuster strap to re tighten harness Harness Buckle Location Confirm location of harness buckle is correct to insure proper harness fit 1 Properly secure child in restraint see page 32 2 Check for correct position of hamess buckle For children 5 30 Ibs Harness buckle can be directly above its buckle slot Fig A or forward of its buckle slot Fig B If harness buckle strap angle
30. y from restraint bottom m To detachable base fit it 2 folded restraint Fig 4 Rear Facing LATCH Installation For Children 5 Ibs 40 Ibs WARNING You must use restraint rear facing if child is less than 1 year and weighs less than 20 ibs Detachable base must be used with rear facing restraint Do NOT use SafeStop with rear facing child See page 41 for LATCH connector instructions Fig 1 shows a typical rear facing installation with LATCH Measure restraint angle from vehicle floor 1 Confirm detachable base is securely attached to restraint bottom see page 13 2 Confirm vehicle seating location has its own LATCH anchors see vehicle owner s manual If it does not you must use vehicle seat belt for installation see pages 16 and 18 3 Locate LATCH belt secured in storage compartment on restraint back Press red release button to remove each LATCH connector and webbing Slide the narrow LATCH tethering strap out of plastic strap quides on side of the seat 4 Place restraint in proper rear facing position Restraint bottom and base are both flat on the vehicle seat with front of restraint against the back of that vehicle seat Fig 1 Rear facing angle can be adjusted by using the optional top tether shown in blue in Fig 1 see page 28 for top tether instructions Note It may be necessary to move vehicle front seats slightly forward to fit a rear facing restraint at co
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