Chicco NextFit MAX Manual 07 2020
Chicco NextFit MAX Manual 07 2020
MAX
Convertible For future use,
STORE USER GUIDE in
Car Seat compartment at rear of base.
User Guide
For future reference, fill in the information below. The information can be found on the label
on the bottom of the Child Restraint.
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Serial Number:
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Registration and Recall 2 REAR-FACING INSTALLATION
Child Guidelines 4 Rear-Facing Setup 38
Safe Use Checklist 6 Install Using LATCH 42
Important Warnings 8 Install Using LAP-SHOULDER BELT 48
Best Practices 14 Install Using LAP BELT ONLY 52
Need Help? 15
FORWARD-FACING INSTALLATION
CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW
Forward-Facing Setup 56
Child Restraint Components 16 Install Using LATCH 60
LATCH and Tether Components 18 Install Using LAP-SHOULDER BELT 66
LATCH and Tether Storage 20 Install Using LAP BELT ONLY 72
Selecting Rear/Forward-Facing Position 22
Adjusting Crotch Strap 26 SECURING YOUR CHILD
Newborn Positioner 28 Securing Child with Harness 76
Secure Child Checklist 88
VEHICLE INFORMATION
Vehicle Seating Positions 30 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Vehicle Seat Belts 32 Installation on an Aircraft 90
What is LATCH? 34 Cup Holder 92
What is a Tether? 36 Cleaning and Maintenance 94
REGISTRATION AND RECALL
Child Restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register this restraint to be reached in
a recall. Send your name, address, e-mail address if available, and the restraint’s model number and
manufacturing date to:
Artsana USA, Inc.
1826 William Penn Way
Lancaster, PA 17601
or call 1-877-424-4226
or register online at http://www.chiccousa.com/carseatregistration.aspx
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.
2
REGISTRATION AND RECALL
3
CHILD GUIDELINES
This Child Restraint is designed for children ages Birth to 6 years old.
ONLY use this Child Restraint if the child meets BOTH of the following
Weight and Height requirements:
The Newborn Positioner is only for infants who weigh between 4 and 11
pounds (1.8 and 5 kg). See Newborn Positioner on page 28.
4
CHILD GUIDELINES
See Select
Rear-Facing
on page 22.
REAR - FACING
FORWARD - FACING
See Select
Forward-Facing
on page 24.
5
SAFE USE CHECKLIST
YOUR CHILD’S SAFETY DEPENDS ON YOU! You MUST follow the
detailed instructions in this User Guide to ensure the steps below are
performed correctly!
Make sure your child meets the age, weight, and height requirements:
Refer to the “Child Guidelines” section on page 4.
6
SAFE USE CHECKLIST
Ensure that the Child Restraint is properly leveled when installed:
7
IMPORTANT WARNINGS
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND THE PRODUCT
LABELS CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOUR CHILD.
Take Time to Read This User Guide
• Carefully read and understand all instructions and warnings in this User Guide. Your child’s safety depends
on you knowing how to setup, install and use this Child Restraint properly.
• Before installing this Child Restraint in a vehicle, be sure to also check the vehicle owner’s manual for
information on proper installation.
• NEVER allow others to use this Child Restraint until they have read and understood all instructions in this
User Guide.
• This Child Restraint is not intended for use outside of the vehicle.
• NEVER use clothing or blankets that interfere with fastening or tightening the harness. An unsecured child
could be ejected in a sudden stop or crash!
To keep child warm, place a blanket over child and restraint AFTER you have properly secured
child in harness.
• ALWAYS check to make sure buckle is securely latched. If buckle separates, child could be killed or seriously injured.
• NEVER leave child unattended. Do not allow children to play in or around the Child Restraint.
• ALWAYS keep child properly secured in harness whenever child is in Child Restraint.
9
IMPORTANT WARNINGS
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR
Install Child Restraint Correctly
• WHEN USING THIS CHILD RESTRAINT REAR-FACING, DO NOT PLACE THIS CHILD RESTRAINT IN
VEHICLE SEATING LOCATION WITH A FRONTAL AIR BAG, UNLESS THE AIR BAG CAN BE TURNED
OFF. If the airbag inflates, it can cause serious injury or death to your child. For vehicles with side air bags,
refer to your vehicle owner’s manual for information on your Child Restraint installation.
• ALWAYS install this Child Restraint in a back seat if possible.
According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating
positions rather than in the front seat.
• NEVER install on a rear-facing or side-facing vehicle seat, or on the back of a folded down vehicle seat.
• ALWAYS secure this Child Restraint with the vehicle’s Child Restraint anchorage system (LATCH) if available
OR the vehicle seat belt. Refer to Page 5 for proper use/child weight limits when installing with LATCH.
• DO NOT use the lower anchors of the Child Restraint anchorage system (LATCH system) to attach this
Child Restraint REAR-FACING when restraining a child weighing more than 35 lbs (15.9 kg) or
FORWARD-FACING when restraining a child weighing more than 40 lbs (18 kg).
10
IMPORTANT WARNINGS
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR
12
IMPORTANT WARNINGS
13
BEST PRACTICES
• Ensure all vehicle occupants are properly restrained before traveling. Unrestrained
occupants can be thrown around and may be seriously injured or seriously injure other
occupants in a sharp turn, sudden stop or crash.
• Do not leave loose objects, such as books, bags, etc., in the back of the vehicle. In the
event of a sharp turn, sudden stop, or crash, loose objects can be thrown around and
possibly cause serious injury to vehicle occupants.
• Cover the Child Restraint when the vehicle is parked in sunlight. Parts of a Child Restraint
can become very hot if left in the sun. Contact with these parts can burn a child’s skin.
Always check the surface of any metal or plastic parts before putting your child in the
Child Restraint.
• To avoid strangulation, Do not allow children to play with vehicle seat belts. If possible,
move unused belts out of reach.
• Do not use anything to raise the Child Restraint off the vehicle seat such as a noodle
or towel. In a sharp turn, sudden stop, or crash, the Child Restraint could slide and
potentially cause serious injury.
• Never use a second-hand Child Restraint with an unknown history.
• Never use any accessories that are not included with this Child Restraint, unless
14 specifically approved by Chicco. For more information, go to www.chiccousa.com.
NEED HELP?
Need Help Securing Your Child Restraint?
The following sources are available to help ensure your Child Restraint is
properly installed:
• Contact Chicco, USA by visiting our website at www.chiccousa.com or
calling our Customer Service 1-877-424-4226. Please have Model and
Serial Number available when you call. These are located on a label on
the bottom of the Child Restraint.
• Refer to your vehicle manual for Child Restraint installation tips.
• Contact a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician in your area by
visiting safercar.gov and select “Find Local Child Seat Help” or call
1-866-SEAT CHECK (1-866-732-8243).
15
CHILD RESTRAINT COMPONENTS
Adjustment Handle
(Head Rest)
Newborn Positioner
Bubble Level
CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW
Tether Tether
Forward-Facing
Lock-Off Forward-Facing
Lock-Off
LATCH
Connector LATCH
Storage Connector Storage
SuperCinch® LATCH
LATCH Tightener Adjuster
(PULL 1st)
(PULL 2nd)
Instruction Manual
Storage
17
LATCH AND TETHER COMPONENTS
TETHER:
A Tether Strap
CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW
C Tether Hook
LATCH:
F LATCH Strap
G LATCH Connectors
18
LATCH AND TETHER COMPONENTS
A B
C
G G 19
LATCH AND TETHER STORAGE
LATCH STORAGE:
1 Store each LATCH strap in the compartments located on either side of
the Child Restraint base when not in use. Make sure Lower
Anchor ConnectorStorage compartments are properly closed.
2 TETHER STORAGE:
Store Tether in the compartment in the back of Child Restraint when
not in use. Hook on bar and pull strap tight. Make sure
compartment door is properly closed.
20
LATCH AND TETHER STORAGE
1 2
1a
21
SELECT REAR-FACING POSITION
WARNING! REAR-FACING use of this Child Restraint is ONLY for
children who meet ALL of the requirements shown here. If the child is
not within these requirements because the child is too large, review the
CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW
22
SELECT REAR-FACING POSITION
REAR-FACING:
REAR - FACING
4 – 50 lbs (1.8 – 22.7 kg)
*
23
SELECT FORWARD-FACING POSITION
WARNING! FORWARD-FACING use of this Child Restraint is ONLY for
children who meet ALL of the requirements shown here. If the child is not
within these requirements because they are too large, select a different child
CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW
seat. If the child is not within these requirements because the child is too
small, review the REAR-FACING guidelines on page 22.
24
SELECT FORWARD-FACING POSITION
FORWARD-FACING: FORWARD - FACING
22 – 65 lbs (10 – 29.5 kg)
* 25
ADJUSTING CROTCH STRAP
1 Unbuckle Harness Straps. Remove Crotch Strap Pad (Refer to page 96).
Lift up on the back pad (a). Unsnap each side of the back pad and pull
forward on the seat pad to access the Crotch Strap compartment (b).
2 Slide the orange button on the Crotch Strap lock while pulling up on the
Crotch Strap to open the compartment (a, b). Then pull the Crotch Strap
forward or backward into desired position.
3 Close the compartment by pushing down on the door until it locks back
into place. Check to make sure compartment is locked by pulling up on
the Crotch Strap. Re-attach the seat pad.
26
ADJUSTING CROTCH STRAP
1a 1b
27
NEWBORN POSITIONER
To ensure a better fit for smaller infants the Newborn Positioner may be needed.
Do NOT use any other infant insert or pillows. Only use the one provided by
Chicco for this Child Restraint.
Remove Crotch Stap Pad before installing Newborn Positioner. Refer to page 94.
2 Pull both Harness Straps over the side panels of Newborn Positioner.
28
NEWBORN POSITIONER
1 2
29
VEHICLE INFORMATION VEHICLE SEATING POSITIONS
The back seat is the safest place for children 12 and under. See your
30 vehicle owner’s manual for Child Restraint installation and instructions.
VEHICLE SEATING POSITIONS
Some vehicles have no seating positions which are compatible with this Child
Restraint. If in doubt, contact the vehicle manufacturer for assistance. Only
forward-facing vehicle seats can be used with this Child Restraint.
VEHICLE INFORMATION
Make sure no more than 3 inches Do not use on a folded down
(76 mm) of the Child Restraint base vehicle seat back.
is past the edge of the vehicle seat.
31
VEHICLE SEAT BELTS
The information in this section applies to installation with vehicle seat belts only.
For simplest installation use LATCH - Refer to page 34 for details.
VEHICLE INFORMATION
Vehicle seat belts differ from vehicle to vehicle. Refer to your vehicle owner’s
manual for specific information about seat belts and their use with Child Restraints.
32
VEHICLE SEAT BELTS
The following types of vehicle belts MUST NOT be used to install this Child Restraint.
If any of the belt types listed below are in the chosen seating position, choose another
vehicle seating position or use LATCH if available.
VEHICLE INFORMATION
1 2 3
4 5
VEHICLE INFORMATION
Vehicle
Lower Anchor
Points
Vehicle
Seat Crease
36
WHAT IS A TETHER?
Vehicle Roof
Rear Shelf
VEHICLE INFORMATION
Back Wall
Back of Seat
Vehicle Floor 37
REAR-FACING SETUP
Infants may have difficulty breathing when in a sitting
position. Make sure the seat is reclined properly so that
your child’s head does not fall forward. Failure to properly
REAR-FACING INSTALLATION
1 See page 30 for “Vehicle Seating Positions” before installing. Make sure the
vehicle is on a level surface, if possible.
S LO
LEVEL PE
2 Squeeze the Recline Adjustment Handle on front of Child Restraint and pull
forward to adjust to a reclined position as shown (a).
If a change in recline position is necessary after child restraint is installed,
loosen the current method of installation and adjust the recline. Repeat
installation steps and refer to pages 40-55 to ensure child restraint is
38 installed correctly.
REAR-FACING SETUP
Do not use Tether in REAR-FACING mode. Tether must be properly stored - See “ Tether Storage” page 20.
REAR-FACING INSTALLATION
2 2a
9
8
7
5 6
1 2 3 4
9
8
7
5 6
1 2 3 4
39
REAR-FACING SETUP
3 Place Child Restraint rear-facing on selected vehicle seat. Make sure it
is not blocking the vehicle belt buckle. Do not exceed the rear-facing
maximum overhang of 3 inches over the front edge of the vehicle seat.
REAR-FACING INSTALLATION
Installation Options:
• LATCH installation continued on page 42.
• Lap-Shoulder Belt installation continued on page 48.
• Lap Belt Only installation continued on page 52.
40
REAR-FACING SETUP
3 S LO
LEVEL PE
4
REAR-FACING INSTALLATION
9
8
7
3
6
5
1 2 3 4
4 7
8
9
6
5
3 4
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41
INSTALL USING LATCH
Do not use the lower anchors of the Child Restraint anchorage system
(LATCH system) to attach this Child Restraint when restraining a child weighing
more than 35 lbs (15.9 kg) with the internal harness of the Child Restraint.
REAR-FACING INSTALLATION
42
INSTALL USING LATCH
Make sure
SuperCinch® LATCH
REAR-FACING INSTALLATION
Make sure LATCH
Adjuster strap (Pull Tightener strap (Pull
1st) is loosened to 2nd) is loosened to
the full length. 1 the full length.
PU
1
9
L
LL 8 PUL
2
7
6
5
1 2 3 4
43
INSTALL USING LATCH
When not accessing the LATCH or changing the belt path ALWAYS
keep LATCH Connector Storage compartments closed.
44
2
3
INSTALL USING LATCH
REAR-FACING INSTALLATION
45
INSTALL USING LATCH
4 Locate the LATCH anchor bars in your vehicle. Attach both LATCH
Connectors to the vehicle LATCH bars.
REAR-FACING INSTALLATION
5 Pull up on the end of the LATCH Adjuster strap (Pull 1st) until
strap is tight.
6 Pull on the SuperCinch® LATCH Tightener strap (Pull 2nd) to secure the
Child Restraint.
Make sure Child Restraint is level for REAR-FACING use. Make sure infant’s head
does not fall forward. If necessary, loosen the Latch Strap, re-adjust recline and
repeat installation steps to make sure Child Restraint is installed properly.
REAR-FACING INSTALLATION
PULL PULL
5 1st
2nd PULL
1 6
st
PULL
2nd
“CLICK”
“CLICK”
1
PU
L L
PULL
2
1
PU
L L
47
INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT
BEFORE STARTING INSTALL adjust the Headrest into the highest postion.
Then remove the Crotch Strap Pad (See Page 90) and push the Crotch Strap
through the padding.
REAR-FACING INSTALLATION
1 Lift up on Headrest Fabric Panel and unsnap Seat Bottom Panel and
pull forward (a). Route vehicle lap-shoulder belt through the blue
REAR-FACING seat belt path on the side of Child Restraint (b).
2 Pull vehicle belt up through the opening in Child Restraint base. Vehicle
belt must be routed behind the Crotch Strap when the Crotch Strap is in
the foward postion (closest to the Harness Release Button) or in front of
the Crotch Strap when it is in the rear postion.
3 Pull vehicle belt down through the blue REAR-FACING seat belt path on
opposite side of Child Restraint. Buckle the vehicle belt.
48
INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT
1a 1b
REAR-FACING INSTALLATION
9
8
7
6
5
3 4
1 2
2 3
9 8
7 6 5 4 3 2 1
49
INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT
4 While pushing down on the Child Restraint (a) pull the vehicle shoulder
belt (b) to tighten vehicle lap belt.
5 While still pulling the shoulder belt tight, slide the vehicle shoulder belt
REAR-FACING INSTALLATION
into the Lock-Off. Always use the Lock-Off on the opposite side of the
vehicle belt buckle.
6 Re-attach the Seat Bottom Panel, Headrest Fabric Panel, and make sure Crotch
Strap is pushed throuh the correct slot in the fabric. Re-attach Crotch Strap Pad.
Make sure Child Restraint is level for REAR-FACING use. Make sure infant’s head
does not fall forward. If necessary, loosen the vehicle belt, re-adjust recline and
repeat installation steps to make sure Child Restraint is installed properly.
50
Check installation before every use!
INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT
4a 5
REAR-FACING INSTALLATION
9
8
7
6
5
1 2 3 4
4b 6
7
8
9
5
3 4
6
1 2
1 2 3
51
INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY
BEFORE STARTING INSTALL adjust the Headrest into the highest postion.
Then remove the Crotch Strap Pad (See Page 90) and push the Crotch Strap
through the padding.
REAR-FACING INSTALLATION
1 Lift up on Headrest Fabric Panel and unsnap Seat Bottom Panel and pull
forward (a). Route vehicle lap-shoulder belt through the blue
REAR-FACING seat belt path on the side of Child Restraint (b).
2 Pull out the seat bottom fabric as far as possible and route the vehicle belt
up through the opening in Child Restraint base. Vehicle belt must be routed
behind the Crotch Strap when the Crotch Strap is in the foward postion
(closest to the Harness Release Button) or in front of the Crotch Strap when
it is in the rear postion.
3 Pull vehicle belt down through the blue REAR-FACING seat belt path on
opposite side of Child Restraint. Buckle the vehicle belt.
52
INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY
1a 1b
REAR-FACING INSTALLATION
9
8
7
6
5
3 4
1 2
2 3
9 8
7 6 5 4 3 2 1
53
INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY
4 While pushing down on the Child Restraint (a) pull the loose end of
the vehicle lap belt (b) to tighten belt.
REAR-FACING INSTALLATION
5 Re-attach the Seat Bottom Panel, Headrest Fabric Panel, and make
sure Crotch Strap is pushed throuh the correct slot in the fabric.
Re-attach Crotch Strap Pad.
Make sure Child Restraint is level for REAR-FACING use. Make sure infant’s head
does not fall forward. If necessary, loosen the vehicle belt, re-adjust recline and
repeat installation steps to make sure Child Restraint is installed properly.
54
INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY
4a
REAR-FACING INSTALLATION
5
4b
55
FORWARD-FACING SETUP
1 Before placing the Child Restraint in the vehicle, remove Tether from
the Tether Compartment. You may need to squeeze the Tether Button
FORWARD-FACING INSTALLATION
and pull down to loosen the strap before removing. If a Tether Anchor
is not available, the Tether should be stored properly.
2 See page 30 for “Vehicle Seating Positions” before installing. Make sure
the vehicle is on a level surface, if possible.
S LO
LEVEL PE
1 3a
FORWARD-FACING INSTALLATION
3
9
8
7
6
4 5
1 2 3
9
8
7
6
4 5
1 2 3 57
FORWARD-FACING SETUP
Installation Options:
• LATCH installation continued on page 60.
• Lap-Shoulder Belt installation continued on page 66.
• Lap Belt Only installation continued on page 72.
58
FORWARD-FACING SETUP
FORWARD-FACING INSTALLATION
S LO
PE
4 5
LEVEL
5
9 8
S LO
LEVEL PE
59
INSTALL USING LATCH
Do not use the lower anchors of the Child Restraint anchorage system
(LATCH system) to attach this Child Restraint when restraining a child weighing
FORWARD-FACING INSTALLATION
more than 40 lbs (18 kg) with the internal harness of the Child Restraint.
60
INSTALL USING LATCH
Make sure SuperCinch® Make sure LATCH
LATCH Tightener strap 1 Adjuster strap (Pull 1st)
is loosened to the full
(Pull 2nd) is loosened to
FORWARD-FACING INSTALLATION
the full length. length.
PU L
PUL
2
LL
2 3
61
INSTALL USING LATCH
When not accessing the LATCH or changing the belt path ALWAYS
keep LATCH Connector Storage compartments closed.
FORWARD-FACING INSTALLATION
4 Locate the LATCH bars in your vehicle. Attach both LATCH Connectors
to the vehicle LATCH anchor bars.
5 Pull up on the end of the LATCH Adjuster strap (Pull 1st) until strap is
tight.
62
INSTALL USING LATCH
4
5
FORWARD-FACING INSTALLATION
PULL PULL
1st
2nd
PULL PULL
1st
2nd 6
PULL PULL
1st 2nd “CLICK”PULL PULL
“CLICK”
1 st
2nd
Do not install by this
method for a child weighing
more than 40 lbs (18 kg).
63
INSTALL USING LATCH
64
7
INSTALL USING LATCH
FORWARD-FACING INSTALLATION
65
INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT
1 Route vehicle lap-shoulder belt through the red FORWARD-FACING
seat belt path on the side of Child Restraint. Lift the padding on the
FORWARD-FACING INSTALLATION
back of the seat and pull the vehicle belt through the opening on the
side of Child Restraint.
2 Pass the vehicle belt along the back of the Child Restraint as shown.
3 Pull the vehicle belt down through the red FORWARD-FACING seat
belt path on the opposite side of Child Restraint. Buckle the vehicle
belt. Replace the seat back padding.
66
INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT
FORWARD-FACING INSTALLATION
1 2
67
INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT
4 While pushing down on the Child Restraint (a) pull the vehicle shoulder
belt (b) to tighten vehicle lap belt.
FORWARD-FACING INSTALLATION
5 While still pulling the shoulder belt tight, slide the vehicle shoulder
belt into the Lock-Off. Always use the Lock-Off on the opposite side of
the vehicle belt buckle.
68
INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT
FORWARD-FACING INSTALLATION
5
4a
4b
69
INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT
6 Locate Tether Anchor in your vehicle. Attach Tether Hook.
Pull Tether Adjuster strap to tighten.
FORWARD-FACING INSTALLATION
70
INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT
FORWARD-FACING INSTALLATION
6
71
INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY
1 Route vehicle lap belt through the red FORWARD-FACING seat belt
path on the side of Child Restraint. Lift the padding on the back of the
FORWARD-FACING INSTALLATION
seat and pull the vehicle belt through the opening on the side of the
Child Restraint.
2 Pass the vehicle belt along the back of the Child Restraint as shown.
3 Pull the vehicle belt down through the red FORWARD-FACING seat
belt path on the opposite side of Child Restraint. Buckle the
vehicle belt. Replace the seat back padding.
72
INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY
2
1
FORWARD-FACING INSTALLATION
3
73
INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY
4 While pushing down on the Child Restraint (a) pull the loose end of the
vehicle lap belt (b) to tighten.
FORWARD-FACING INSTALLATION
5 Locate Tether anchor in your vehicle. Attach Tether Hook. Pull Tether
Adjuster strap to tighten.
74
INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY
FORWARD-FACING INSTALLATION
4a
4b
75
SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS
For a better fit in the Child Restraint with smaller infants, the Newborn
Positioner provided may be needed. See page 28-29 for more details.
Additionally, crotch strap pad and shoulder pads may need to be removed.
SECURING YOUR CHILD
If Crotch Strap is under child, the crotch strap will need to be re-positioned, refer to
page 26 “Adjusting Crotch Strap”.
3 Open Chest Clip by squeezing both button in the middle of the clip and
pulling apart.
76
SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS
1 2
77
SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS
4 Place child in Child Restraint with child’s back flat against the back of the
seat. Pull Harness Straps over the child’s shoulders and around the child’s
waist. Make sure there are no twists in Harness Strap.
SECURING YOUR CHILD
Clothing, such as bulky winter coats that interfere with the proper placement or
adjustment of the Harness system should never be used. Make sure the Harness
Straps lie flat on the child’s shoulders, are adjusted snugly so that clothing is
compressed and the child cannot lean forward, and the Chest Clip is at arm level.
78
SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS
If using lowest Head Rest/Harness Position, make sure the seat back
padding panel is folded under.
80
SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS
82
SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS
6a 6b
83
SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS
7 Fasten Chest Clip by snapping both sides together; listen for a click.
Harness straps must fit snugly and lay flat on the center of your child’s shoulders.
SECURING YOUR CHILD
8 Push Chest Clip and Shoulder Pads down away from the child’s neck
and towards the Harness Buckle. Pull up on both shoulder straps to
remove all slack from below.
84
SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS
7 8
85
SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS
9 Tighten the harness by pulling slowly on Harness Adjustment Strap until
the harness is snug on child (a). If you can pinch a fold in the strap at the
child’s shoulders, harness is too loose (b). If the harness is too loose pull
the Harness Adjustment strap more.
SECURING YOUR CHILD
10 Move the Shoulder Pads up to the child’s shoulders. Slide Chest Clip up to
center of child’s chest, level with the armpits.
86
SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS
9a 9b
87
SECURING CHILD CHECKLIST
Toplaceensure a better fit for smaller infants, the Newborn Positioner may be needed. Never
extra padding under or behind the child. Only use the Newborn Positioner.
Straps must lay flat, free of twists and centered on top of the child’s shoulders.
Check the height of the Harness Straps: Position the Harness Straps at or below the child’s
shoulders for REAR-FACING and at or above the child’s shoulders for FORWARD-FACING.
* *
REAR-FACING FORWARD-FACING
88
SECURING CHILD CHECKLIST
Check the position of Chest Clip: Chest Clip should be centered on the child’s chest, level
with the armpits.
Never secure child in Child Restraint with child dressed in bulky garments or heavy clothing.
Heavy clothing can prevent harness from being properly tightened around child.
NO Bulky Clothing
When traveling by airplane with your child, Chicco recommends taking the Child
Restraint on the airplane with you so that you can use it with your child. Not only
will it protect your child during take-off, landing, and turbulence, it will also allow
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• This Child Restraint is certified for use on aircraft. Contact the airline
prior to travel to discuss their Child Restraint policy.
90
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK
91
CUP HOLDER
1 Slide Cup Holder into either side of Child Restraint where indicated
by the Cup Holder icon.
To remove, gently pull the Cup Holder away from the seat then lift
past the built-in lip.
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CUP HOLDER
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REMOVING SOFTGOODS:
4 Unsnap Seat Bottom Panel and pull forward.
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5 Adjust Head Rest to its highest position. Unsnap Head Rest and pull up
on the fabric to reveal two hooked elastic strings. Unhook both elastic
strings and remove.
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REMOVING SOFTGOODS:
6 Pull seat padding away from the Harness Release button (a). Unsnap each
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side of the back padding and pull forward to reveal seat bottom.
Unhook the hook and loop straps from both sides of Child Restraint on the
inside of seat shell (b). Pull padding and hook and loop straps out from
both sides of Child Restraint (c). Carefully pull seat padding away from
Child Restraint.
INSTALL SOFTGOODS:
7 Reverse the removing instructions above to reinstall.
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button on the Crotch Strap lock while pulling up on the Crotch Strap (a).
Turn metal bar slightly on underside of seat and get corner to go through
slot (b). Push metal bar through slot while pulling crotch belt out (c).
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Clip. Your child’s safety depends on
this clip being installed correctly.
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DO NOT USE BLEACH, solvents or household cleaners as they may
weaken plastics and straps.
DO NOT USE SOAPS OR LUBRICANTS on Harness Adjuster Strap,
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• Cleaning Plastics:
Sponge clean using warm water and mild soap. Towel dry.
For softgood removal instructions visit the Chicco website at
www.chiccousa.com or call 1-877-424-4226.
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• Cleaning Cup Holder:
Cup Holder is dishwasher safe on top rack only.
DO NOT USE Child Restraint if any part of the harness is damaged. For
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proper removal and installation of the harness straps visit the Chicco website
at www.chiccousa.com or call 1-877-424-4226.
• Cleaning Harness:
Sponge clean using warm water and mild soap. Air dry. Do NOT machine wash.
• Cleaning LATCH and Adjuster Strap:
LATCH Straps cannot be replaced. Sponge clean
using warm water only. Air dry.
• Cleaning Buckle and LATCH Hardware:
Sponge clean, using warm water only. If debris in
buckle, remove and rinse in warm cup of water.
Air dry. See page 100 for removal instructions.
Do NOT remove LATCH or Adjuster straps. For additional information visit the Chicco
website at www.chiccousa.com or call 1-877-424-4226.
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