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33 totalWhat are the weight and height limits for rear-facing use?
The rear-facing weight limit is 1.8–18 kg (4–40 lbs) and the height limit is 43–102 cm (17–40 in.). Additionally, the top of the child's head must be at least 2.5 cm (1 in.) or more below the top of the child restraint headrest. Once your child exceeds any of these requirements, they must transition to forward-facing orientation if possible. (Page 4)
What are the weight, height, and age requirements for forward-facing with harness?
The child must weigh 10–29.5 kg (22–65 lbs), be 71–124 cm (28–49 in.) tall, and be at least 2 years old. The tops of the child's ears must be at or below the top of the child restraint headrest. Once any of these requirements are exceeded and the child is at least 4 years old, you must switch to booster mode. (Page 5, 38)
What are the requirements for using the seat in booster mode?
In booster mode, the child must weigh 18–54.4 kg (40–120 lbs), be 112–145 cm (44–57 in.) tall, have the tops of their ears at or below the top of the headrest, and be at least 4 years old. Once the child exceeds any of these requirements, you must discontinue use of the seat entirely. (Page 55)
Can I use LATCH/UAS to install the seat if my child weighs more than 40 lbs?
No, you must not use the lower anchors (LATCH/UAS system) to attach this child restraint when restraining a child weighing more than 18 kg (40 lbs) with the internal harness. For children over 40 lbs using the internal harness, you must use vehicle belt installation only. (Page 16)
How do I check if the harness straps are tight enough on my child?
The harness straps must be snug against the child with no slack — a snug strap lies in a relatively straight line without sagging and does not press into the child's flesh. To verify tightness, check the straps near the shoulders: you should NOT be able to pinch the harness webbing. Adjust as needed using the harness adjustment strap. (Page 62)
How should I handle the excess tether strap after tightening?
Do not cut off the excess tether strap, as it may not be long enough for use in another vehicle. Instead, tightly roll up the excess tether strap and place a rubber band around the bundle to secure it. You must do this to avoid a strangulation hazard. (Page 44, 50)
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When can my child transition from rear-facing to forward-facing?
What position should the shoulder belt be in when using booster mode?
How do I properly recline the car seat in rear-facing mode?
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How do I register my car seat for recall information?
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Full Manual
80 pages
To reduce the risk of serious injury or death, read this owner’s manual prior to installing and using this child restraint.
Warning!
Rear-Facing
Forward-Facing
With Harness
High-Back Booster
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According to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), car seats and boosters provide protection for infants and children in a crash, yet car crashes are a leading cause of death for children. To reduce the risk of SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH, read this owner’s manual and your vehicle owner’s manual before installing and using this Car Seat. Using a Car Seat makes a big difference. By properly using this Car Seat and following these instructions, the instructions on the Car Seat, and the instructions that accompany your vehicle, you will greatly reduce the risk of serious injury or death to your child from a crash. Do not be misled by the commonly used term “safety seat”; no restraint system can prevent all injuries in all crashes. Many properly restrained adults and children are injured in motor vehicle crashes, including relatively minor crashes. A properly used Car Seat is the best way to minimize injuries to your child and to increase the chances for your child’s survival in most crashes.
Federal Standard No. Fmvss 213 -
Child Restraint Systems This child restraint conforms to all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety standards.Canadian Regulatory Notice
(Model numbers ending in “C.”) This child restraint meets all the applicable requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards CMVSS 213, 213.1, and 213.2. Airbag Symbol – Alerts you to important information about airbag safety. LATCH/UAS Symbol – Alerts you to important information about LATCH/UAS safety. Tether Anchor Symbol – Alerts you to important information about Tether Anchor safety. Aircraft Symbol – Alerts you to important information about aircraft safety. Symbol Legend 2Important Rear-facing Forward-Facing Booster General 3 Table of Contents Important Information Child Requirements������������������������������������������������������4 Premature Infant Use���������������������������������������������������6 Warnings����������������������������������������������������������������������7 Recall Information for U.S. Customers�����������������������18 Public Notice for Canadian Customers�����������������������18 Motor Vehicle/Aircraft Usage��������������������������������������19 Child Restraint Features���������������������������������������������20 Rear-facing Using the Child Restraint Rear-facing������������������������26 Rear-facing Installation with Lower Anchor (UAS) Connectors �������������������������������������������������������������27 Rear-facing Installation with Vehicle Seat Belts����������33 Rear-facing Installation Checklist�������������������������������37 Forward-facing with Harness Using the Child Restraint Forward-facing with Harness�����������������������������������������������������������38 Forward-facing Installation with Lower Anchor (UAS) Connectors �������������������������������������������������������������39 Forward-facing Installation with Vehicle Seat Belts����46 Forward-facing Installation Checklist��������������������������52 Booster Mode Using the Child Restraint as a Booster Seat��������������53 Using Your High-Back Booster Seat���������������������������55 High-Back Booster Installation Checklist��������������������58 General Adjusting the Headrest/Harness Position�������������������59 Reclining Child Restraint��������������������������������������������60 Securing the Child in the Restraint�����������������������������61 Removing the Child from the Restraint�����������������������63 Removing the Tether Strap�����������������������������������������64 Installing Child Restraint in Aircraft�����������������������������65 Removing the Seat Cover�������������������������������������������70 Reattaching the Seat Cover���������������������������������������73 Care and Cleaning������������������������������������������������������76 Recording Model Information�������������������������������������77 Storing Your Instructions���������������������������������������������77 Proper Disposal����������������������������������������������������������77 Replacement Parts�����������������������������������������������������78 Limited Warranty���������������������������������������������������������79
4 This child restraint is designed for use by children in both rear-facing and forward-facing orientations. To use this child restraint properly, children MUST meet the size and age requirements below. In addition, Evenflo recommends consulting with your child’s physician before allowing your child to transition from rear-facing to forward-facing use of this child restraint. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends keeping children rear-facing for as long as possible, until they reach the maximum height or weight for their Car Seat in rear-facing orientation.* Additionally, some states’ laws require children to be rear-facing until age 2. Accordingly, you will see this guidance reflected in the Child Requirements on the following pages. Please review any applicable local, state or provincial laws related to child passenger safety before installing and using this Car Seat. *Pediatrics. 2018;142(4):e20182460 Rear-facing
Warning!
Important 5 Forward-facing with Harness
6 Before using this child restraint for preterm or low birth weight infants, ensure the Child Requirements are met and follow the guidelines in this section. According to NHTSA, a properly installed Child Restraint reduces the risk of death by over 70% for infants involved in crashes. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 213 establishes design and dynamic performance requirements for Child Restraint systems. However, the standard has no minimum weight limit and does not address the special medical needs of preterm or low-birth weight infants. To ensure that preterm and low-birth weight infants are transported safely, the guidelines published by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) in Pediatrics 2009; 123:1424–1429 (reaffirmed June 2018)must be followed. Preterm and low-birth weight infants are at additional risk of breathing difficulties and heart problems when placed in a Child Restraint. Evenflo requires that the evaluation recommended by the AAP be conducted for all infants born earlier than 37 weeks and all newborn infants who weigh less than 2.26 kg (5 lbs) at birth before their first car trip to check for breathing difficulties or heart rate problems when traveling in a rear-facing Child Restraint. Newborn infants should NEVER travel in a forward- facing Child Restraint. The AAP recommends that appropriate hospital staff observe your infant in the Child Restraint for a period of 90 - 120 minutes or the duration of travel, whichever is longer. This period of observation must be performed with the infant properly positioned as described in these instructions and with the Child Restraint placed at an angle that is approved for use in the vehicle. The hospital staff will check for any breathing difficulties or heart rate problems. Your child’s pediatrician will let you know if there are any special considerations for travel. The number of trips and the duration of time the infant is seated in the Child Restraint should be minimized. A caregiver should ride in the back seat to monitor the infant during travel. You can learn more about the AAP’s recommendations for observation of newborns and the guidelines for safe transportation of preterm and low-birth weight infants, as well as other resources for parents and medical professionals, at https://www.healthychildren.org/ english/safety-prevention/on-the-go/Pages/default. aspx Premature Infant Use
Important 7
Warning!
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.8
Warning!
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur. Location WarningsImportant 9
Warning!
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur. Location Warnings• Vehicle Types In Which The Restraint
System Cannot Be Used:
This child restraint is not to be used in vehicles that do not have vehicle seat belts or LATCH/UAS lower anchorages.10
All Times.
Warning!
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur. Rear-Facing Warnings Forward-Facing Warnings11
Warning!
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur. Booster Mode Warnings Important12
Warning!
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur. Seat Belt Warnings13
Warning!
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur. Seat Belt Warnings Important14 If you have any of these types of vehicle belt systems listed, these are SAFE to use to install your child restraint in the vehicle. Review vehicle owner’s manual for specific instructions on child restraint installation. LATCH/UAS can be used IN PLACE OF these vehicle belt types. Refer to the Rear-facing and Forward-facing weight limits on LATCH/UAS use on pages 28 and 40. Refer to your vehicle owner’s manual for LATCH/UAS locations. Lap Belt with Locking Latch Plate Once buckled, the vehicle belt is tightened by pulling on the free end of the strap until the belt is tight. Lap Belt with Automatic Locking Retractor
(Alr)
The automatic locking retractor does not allow the lap belt to get longer once it is buckled. The vehicle belt is tightened by feeding seat belt webbing into retractor. Lap/Shoulder Belt with Locking Latch Plate The lap portion of this belt does not loosen once the belt is buckled. The vehicle belt is tightened by pulling up hard on shoulder belt and feeding the extra webbing into the retractor. Lap/Shoulder Belt with Sliding Latch Plate with Locking Retractor The latch plate slides freely along the lap/shoulder belt. Vehicle belts with sliding latch plates are typically locked at the shoulder belt retractor by buckling the belt and pulling all of the webbing out slowly to switch the retractor. Check vehicle owner’s manual for specific instructions. The vehicle belt is tightened after switching the retractor by pulling up on shoulder belt and feeding the webbing into the retractor. Free endWarning!
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur. Seat Belt Warnings15 LATCH/UAS Warnings LATCH and UAS are acronyms for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (USA) and Universal Anchorage System (Canada), and refer to a pair of fixed Lower Anchors (or bars) and a Top Tether anchor that are built into your vehicle, in vehicles built after September 1,
Warning!
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur. Important16 The LATCH/UAS system is intended to be used ONLY as described in these instructions. Serious injury or death may result from misuse. Refer to your vehicle Owner’s Manual for lower anchor bar positions in your vehicle.
Installation.
Warning!
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur. LATCH/UAS Warnings17 Tether Strap Warnings To avoid a strangulation hazard, you MUST tightly roll or fold excess of unused tether strap and secure with a rubber band. Attach the tether hook to the storage clip when not in use. (See "Removing the Tether Strap" on pg. 64). This will keep an unused tether or tether hook from hitting someone during a crash.
Warning!
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur. Additional Warnings Important18 Child restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register this restraint to be reached in a recall. Send your name, address, and the restraint’s model number and manufacturing date to: Evenflo Company, Inc. 1801 Commerce Dr. Piqua, OH 45356 or call 1-937-773-3971 or register online at: www.evenflo.com/registercarseatcanada For public notice information, call Transport Canada at 1-800-333-0510 (1-613-993-9851 in Ottawa region).
Canadian Residents Only
Domicilies Du Canada Seulement
Product Registration Card
Carte D'Enregistrement Du Produit
Place Date/Model # Label Here.
Affixer L'Étiquette De La Date Et
Du Numéro De Modèle Ici.
Child Restraint Registration Card
Your Street Address State Zip Code City E-mail Address19 Motor Vehicle/Aircraft Usage Important When used with the internal harness and properly installed pursuant to these instructions, this restraint is certified for use only in passenger and multi-purpose passenger motor vehicles, buses and trucks equipped with either lap belts only or lap/shoulder belt systems and in aircraft. Refer to pgs. 65-69 for instructions on installing your child restraint in aircraft. When used WITHOUT the internal harness system (in booster mode) and properly installed pursuant to these instructions, this restraint is certified for use only in passenger and multi-purpose passenger motor vehicles, buses, and trucks equipped with lap/shoulder belt systems only. In booster mode, this restraint is NOT certified for aircraft use. A belt-positioning booster requires the use of a lap/shoulder belt system, which is not available in aircraft. Check with your airline before departure to make sure this restraint meets their requirements. Tip! Tip! Tip!
20 Front Back Child Restraint Features q w e r t y u i o 1! 1@ 1# 1$ 1% 1^ 1& 1( 2) 2% Shoulder straps must be at or just below child’s shoulders Route shoulder belt only through lock off. See user manual for additional information.
1.8 - 18 Kg (4 - 40 Lbs)
43 - 102 Cm (17 - 40 In)
Rear Facing
Belt
Path
Lock
Off
Belt
Latch/Uas
Top of head MUST be 2.5 cm (1 in.) or more below top of headrest Crotch buckle in inner slot Chest clip Cup holders must be installed at all times in rear facing installation Lap Lap/Shoulder Canadian Models: you must install cup holder with screw MUST be level with ground with Rear Facing installationsRear Facing
Level Line
25809488 a 2@ 2$ 2# 1* 2!21
22
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Hook- and-loop strips Cup Holders Harness Covers (optional) Child Restraint Features IMPORTANT: Cup holders MUST be installed before use of this Child Restraint and MUST remain attached to the restraint at all times. Snap each cup holder onto seat and press down to secure A.Canada Only:
Insert screw (provided) through recess in base of cup holder B. Screw in but do not overtighten. Pull up vertically to ensure proper installation. Cup holders are removable and are top rack dishwasher safe. Remove screw (if used), tilt cup holder slightly forward at base, then pull up to release from seat. Install the optional Harness Covers (if included) above the Chest Clip for added comfort. Wrap Harness Covers around harness straps and attach hook-and-loop strips as shown. Always check that the harness covers DO NOT bunch up when tightening the harness.Place At
Armpit
A
B
23 Head Pillow (optional) The optional Body Pillow is for REAR-FACING use only and, when placed in the restraint as shown, helps support your child. When using the lower headrest/ harness positions, make sure the bottom of the headrest flap is behind the body pillow flap as shown. Child Restraint Features Body Pillow (optional) The optional head pillow is for REAR-FACING use only. The head pillow helps support your child's head. Your head pillow may be one of two different styles. To install: IMPORTANT: Infants may have difficulty breathing when in an upright seated position. Using additional padding or pillows other than the Head Pillow behind the infant’s head or failing to properly recline the child restraint could increase the child’s risk of serious injury or death. Important Slide head pillow into sleeve on headrest as shown. Insert tabs on head pillow into slots on headrest and attach hook-and-loop fasteners to back of headrest.
24 Which Type of Lower Anchor Connector Is on Your Child Restraint? Your child restraint will have one of the three types of Lower Anchor Connectors (shown below):
1.8 - 18 Kg (4 - 40 Lbs)
43 - 102 Cm (17 - 40 In)
Rear Facing
Belt
Path
Lock
Off
Belt
Latch/Uas
Top of head MUST be 2.5 cm (1 in.) or more below top of headrest Crotch buckle in inner slot Chest clip Cup holders must be installed at all times in rear facing installation Lap Lap/Shoulder Canadian Models: you must install cup holder with screw MUST be level with ground with Rear Facing installationsRear Facing
Level Line
25809488 Rear-facing lower anchor (UAS) storage Child Restraint Features Lower Anchor Connector (UAS) Release Strap Quick Connector with LATCH/UAS Guide Release Strap EasyClick SecureRight25 To store the lower anchor (UAS) connector, push UNTIL it clicks into position as shown below. Rear-Facing Forward-Facing 3 2 1
Click!
Child Restraint Features Important Shoulder straps must be at or just below child’s shoulders Route shoulder belt only through lock off. See user manual for additional information.1.8 - 18 Kg (4 - 40 Lbs)
43 - 102 Cm (17 - 40 In)
Rear Facing
Belt
Path
Lock
Off
Belt
Latch/Uas
Top of head MUST be 2.5 cm (1 in.) or more below top of headrest Crotch buckle in inner slot Chest clip Cup holders must be installed at all times in rear facing installation Lap Lap/Shoulder Canadian Models: you must install cup holder with screw MUST be level with ground with Rear Facing installationsRear Facing
Level Line
25809488Click!
3 2 1 B: Press the adjuster release button to loosen. A: Tilt and pull the adjuster to loosen. If you have Quick Connector or SecureRight, loosen the lower anchors as shown below: Loosen Lower Anchor (UAS) Connectors Store Lower Anchor (UAS) ConnectorsA
B
26 Child Requirements:
Just
Below
BELOW the child’s the child’s shoulders. shoulders. Rear-facing Rear-facing Belt Path Belt Path Lower Lower Anchor (UAS) Anchor (UAS) Connector Connector Assembly Assembly Using the Child Restraint Rear-facingWarning!
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.Rear-facing 27 To access the Lower Anchor Connector Assembly, you will first need to:
28 ALWAYS store the tether strap (pg. 64). NEVER use tether strap when child restraint seat is rear-facing. Attach the tether hook to the storage clip on the seat in rear-facing mode only. This will keep an unused tether or tether hook from hitting someone during a crash.
1.8 - 18 Kg (4 - 40 Lbs)
43 - 102 Cm (17 - 40 In)
Rear Facing
Belt
Path
Lock
Off
Belt
Latch/Uas
Top of head MUST be 2.5 cm (1 in.) or more below top of headrest Crotch buckle in inner slot Chest clip Cup holders must be installed at all times in rear facing installation Lap Lap/Shoulder Canadian Models: you must install cup holder with screw MUST be level with ground with Rear Facing installationsRear Facing
Level Line
25809488Rear-facing 29 Lift pad off front edge of seat as shown. Attach lower anchor / UAS connectors to the vehicle lower anchor bars until they lock onto the bars on both sides of the seat. IMPORTANT: Make sure both lower anchor connectors are facing upward and the straps are not twisted.
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this sideUp
this sideUp
Click!
this sideUp
this sideUp
Click!
Restraints with EasyClick Rear-facing Installation with Lower Anchor (UAS) Connectors Reconnect the seat pad to the front of the child restraint. Tighten the strap by moving the handle back and forth on the lower anchor connector as shown until the seat is tight. Fold handle up after tightening. Correct Incorrect EasyClick30 Install the LATCH/UAS Guides (Optional)* NEVER use if parts are broken or damaged. NEVER use LATCH/UAS Guides if they interfere in any way with installation. Connect one guide, if provided, to each lower anchor by sliding the guide into the vehicle seat crease and under the lower anchor. Install the Quick Connectors Lift pad off front edge of seat. Attach lower anchor/UAS connectors to the vehicle lower anchor bars until they lock onto the bars on both sides of the seat. Reconnect the seat pad to the front of the child restraint. Using your full weight, push the child restraint firmly into the vehicle seat while pulling up on the Lower Anchor Strap to tighten, as shown. IMPORTANT: Make sure both lower anchor connectors are facing upward and the straps are not twisted.
Place At
Armpit
Click!
Restraints with Quick Connector Correct Incorrect Quick Connector Rear-facing Installation with Lower Anchor (UAS) ConnectorsWarning!
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.Rear-facing 31 Lift pad off front edge of seat. Attach lower anchor/UAS connectors to the vehicle lower anchor bars until they lock onto the bars on both sides of the seat. Reconnect the seat pad to the front of the child restraint. Using your full weight, push the child restraint firmly into the vehicle seat while pulling up on the Lower Anchor Strap to tighten, as shown. IMPORTANT: Make sure both lower anchor connectors are facing downward as shown and the straps are not twisted. Restraints with SecureRight Correct Incorrect SecureRight Rear-facing Installation with Lower Anchor (UAS) Connectors
Place At
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Click!
32
1.8 - 18 Kg (4 - 40 Lbs)
43 - 102 Cm (17 - 40 In)
Rear Facing
Belt
Path
Lock
Off
Belt
Latch/Uas
Top of head MUST be 2.5 cm (1 in.) or more below top of headrest Crotch buckle in inner slot Chest clip Cup holders must be installed at all times in rear facing installation Lap Lap/Shoulder Canadian Models: you must install cup holder with screw MUST be level with ground with Rear Facing installationsRear Facing
Level Line
25809488 Shoulder straps must be at or just below child’s shoulders 1,8 - 18,1 kg (4 - 40 lbs) 43 - 102 cm (17 - 40 in) MUST be level with ground with Rear Facing installationsRear Facing Line
Top of head MUST be 2.5 cm (1 in.) or more below top of headrest or shell Chest clip 25808432 8/19 Lap Shoulder BeltLatch / Uas
Lap Belt Route shoulder belt only through lock off. See user manual for additional information.Lock Off
Rear Facing
Belt Path
Rear-facing Installation with Lower Anchor (UAS) Connectors Shoulder straps must be at or just below child’s shoulders Route shoulder belt only through lock off. See user manual for additional information.1.8 - 18 Kg (4 - 40 Lbs)
43 - 102 Cm (17 - 40 In)
Rear Facing
Belt
Path
Lock
Off
Belt
Latch/Uas
Top of head MUST be 2.5 cm (1 in.) or more below top of headrest Crotch buckle in inner slot Chest clip Cup holders must be installed at all times in rear facing installation Lap Lap/Shoulder Canadian Models: you must install cup holder with screw MUST be level with ground with Rear Facing installationsRear Facing
Level Line
25809488 Shoulder straps must be at or just below child’s shoulders Route shoulder belt only through lock off. See user manual for additional information.1.8 - 18 Kg (4 - 40 Lbs)
43 - 102 Cm (17 - 40 In)
Rear Facing
Belt
Path
Lock
Off
Belt
Latch/Uas
Top of head MUST be 2.5 cm (1 in.) or more below top of headrest Crotch buckle in inner slot Chest clip Cup holders must be installed at all times in rear facing installation Lap Lap/Shoulder Canadian Models: you must install cup holder with screw MUST be level with ground with Rear Facing installationsRear Facing
Level Line
25809488Rear-facing 33
Important:
1.8 - 18 Kg (4 - 40 Lbs)
43 - 102 Cm (17 - 40 In)
Rear Facing
Belt
Path
Lock
Off
Belt
Latch/Uas
Top of head MUST be 2.5 cm (1 in.) or more below top of headrest Crotch buckle in inner slot Chest clip Cup holders must be installed at all times in rear facing installation Lap Lap/Shoulder Canadian Models: you must install cup holder with screw MUST be level with ground with Rear Facing installationsRear Facing
Level Line
25809488 Shoulder straps must be at or just below child’s shoulders Route shoulder belt only through lock off. See user manual for additional information.1.8 - 18 Kg (4 - 40 Lbs)
43 - 102 Cm (17 - 40 In)
Rear Facing
Belt
Path
Lock
Off
Belt
Latch/Uas
Top of head MUST be 2.5 cm (1 in.) or more below top of headrest Crotch buckle in inner slot Chest clip Cup holders must be installed at all times in rear facing installation Lap Lap/Shoulder Canadian Models: you must install cup holder with screw MUST be level with ground with Rear Facing installationsRear Facing
Level Line
25809488 Rear-facing lower anchor (UAS) storage Rear-facing Installation with Vehicle Seat Belts34 IMPORTANT: Infants may have difficulty breathing when in an upright seated position. Make sure they recline enough for their head to lie back comfortably and safely. Failure to properly recline the child restraint could increase the child’s risk of serious injury or death. NOTE: In some vehicles, it may be necessary to place a tightly rolled towel or small blanket beneath the front edge of the child restraint to provide enough recline so that the level line is parallel to the ground. For additional troubleshooting, see pg. 75.
1.8 - 18 Kg (4 - 40 Lbs)
43 - 102 Cm (17 - 40 In)
Rear Facing
Belt
Path
Lock
Off
Belt
Latch/Uas
Top of head MUST be 2.5 cm (1 in.) or more below top of headrest Crotch buckle in inner slot Chest clip Cup holders must be installed at all times in rear facing installation Lap Lap/Shoulder Canadian Models: you must install cup holder with screw MUST be level with ground with Rear Facing installationsRear Facing
Level Line
25809488 Shoulder straps must be at or just below child’s shoulders Route shoulder belt only through lock off. See user manual for additional information.1.8 - 18 Kg (4 - 40 Lbs)
43 - 102 Cm (17 - 40 In)
Rear Facing
Belt
Path
Lock
Off
Belt
Latch/Uas
Top of head MUST be 2.5 cm (1 in.) or more below top of headrest Crotch buckle in inner slot Chest clip Cup holders must be installed at all times in rear facing installation Lap Lap/Shoulder Canadian Models: you must install cup holder with screw MUST be level with ground with Rear Facing installationsRear Facing
Level Line
25809488Rear-facing 35 Pull the seat pad off of the front of the child restraint. Route the lap belt through the rear-facing belt path and continue through the opposite opening of the child restraint. Fasten the buckle. IMPORTANT: The vehicle belt must be located in front of the buckle. Reconnect the seat pad to the front of the child restraint. The vehicle seat belt must be as tight as possible. Using your full weight, push the child restraint firmly into the vehicle seat as you tighten the vehicle seat belt, as shown. DO NOT use belt guide with lap belt only installation. Check your work. Make certain the belt is tight and locked. If you can move the child restraint more than 2.5 cm (1 in.) side to side or front to back at the rear-facing belt path, the vehicle belt is not tight enough. If you have not tightly secured the child restraint, try again, move it to another location, or install with the lower anchor connector assembly (pg. 28). Recheck level line (pg. 32). To remove seat, unbuckle vehicle seat belt.
Place At
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Rear-facing belt path Rear-facing Installation with Vehicle Seat Belts Rear-facing Installation with Lap Belt36 Pull the seat pad off of the front of the child restraint. Route the vehicle belt through the rear-facing belt path and continue through the opposite belt path on the child restraint. Fasten the buckle. IMPORTANT: The vehicle belt must be located in front of the buckle strap. Reconnect the seat pad to the front of the child restraint. The vehicle seat belt must be as tight as possible. Using your full weight, push the child restraint firmly into the vehicle seat as you tighten the seat belt, as shown. Insert the shoulder belt into the rear-facing belt guide on the side of the restraint opposite the seat belt buckle. Holding the seat shell, pull shoulder belt firmly in the direction of the retractor. The shoulder belt MUST be routed through the belt guide. If vehicle permits, the retractor must be locked (pg. 12). Check your work. Make certain the belt is tight and locked. If you can move the child restraint more than 2.5 cm (1 in.) side to side or front to back at the rear-facing belt path, the vehicle belt is not tight enough. If you have not tightly secured the child restraint, try again, move it to another location, or install with the lower anchor connector assembly (pg. 28). Recheck level line (pg. 32). To remove seat, unbuckle vehicle seat belt.
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38 Forward-facing Belt Path Tether Strap Lower Connector
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Assembly Child Requirements:Important: Always Use The Top Anchorage
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Harness straps are AT or JUST ABOVE the child’s shoulders. Lower Anchor Connector (UAS) Assembly DO NOT install by this method for a child weighing more than 18 kg (40 lbs). Using the Child Restraint Forward-facing with Harness IMPORTANT: Once your child exceeds any of the size requirements for forward-facing with harness use above, and is at least 4 years old, you MUST discontinue use of this child restraint with its internal harness and begin using it in booster mode.Forward-Facing 39 To access the Lower Anchor Connector Assembly, you will first need to remove the Lower Anchor Connectors from its storage location (see pg. 24). (Illustrations below show pad off for clarity only) To install this child restraint properly in the forward-facing position, the Lower Anchor Connector (UAS) Assembly MUST be in the forward-facing belt path. If the Lower Anchor Connector strap is in the rear-facing belt path, follow these steps:
40 DO NOT install by this method for a child weighing more than 18 kg (40 lbs). Infants who weigh less than 10 kg (22 lbs) MUST always be rear-facing.
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Forward-facing Installation with Lower Anchor (UAS) ConnectorsForward-Facing 41 Attach lower anchor (UAS) connectors to the vehicle lower anchor bars until they lock onto the bars on both sides of the seat. IMPORTANT: Make sure both lower anchor connectors are facing upward and the straps are not twisted.
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Forward-facing Installation with Lower Anchor (UAS) Connectors Restraints with EasyClick Tighten the strap by moving the handle back and forth on the lower anchor connector as shown until the seat is tight. Fold handle up after tightening. Correct Incorrect EasyClick42 Install the LATCH/UAS Guides (Optional)* NEVER use if parts are broken or damaged. NEVER use LATCH/UAS Guides if they interfere in any way with installation. Connect one guide, if provided, to each lower anchor by sliding the guide into the vehicle seat crease and under the lower anchor. Install the Quick Connectors Attach lower anchor / UAS connectors to the vehicle lower anchor bars until they lock onto the bars on both sides of the seat. Using your full weight, push the child restraint firmly into the vehicle seat while pulling up on the Lower Anchor Strap to tighten and remove all slack, as shown.
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Correct Incorrect Quick Connector Forward-facing Installation with Lower Anchor (UAS) Connectors Restraints with Quick ConnectorsWarning!
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur. IMPORTANT: Make sure both lower anchor connectors are facing upward and the straps are not twisted.Forward-Facing 43
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Forward-Facing 47 Lift up on the recline handle as shown and adjust the seat recline to the upright position.
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Forward-facing Installation with Vehicle Seat Belts48 The vehicle seat belt must be as tight as possible. Using your full weight, push the child restraint firmly into the vehicle seat as you tighten the vehicle seat belt, as shown. Lower the headrest pad. Raise headrest to its highest position (pg. 59), then lift headrest pad away from child restraint for easier access. Route the lap belt through the forward-facing belt path and continue through the opposite opening of the child restraint. Fasten the buckle. IMPORTANT: Make sure the lap belt lies flat without twisting. DO NOT use the belt guide with lap belt only installation.
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Forward-facing with Lap Belt Only Check your work. Pull on the belt to make sure it's tight and locked. If you can move the child restraint more than 2.5 cm (1 in.) side to side or front to back at the forward- facing belt path, the vehicle belt is not tight enough. If you have not tightly secured the child restraint, try again, move it to another location, or install with the lower anchor connector assembly (pg. 40). Continue with pg. 51 to attach tether strap. Forward-facing Installation with Vehicle Seat BeltsForward-Facing 49 Raise headrest to its highest position (pg. 59), then lift headrest pad away from child restraint for easier access. Route the lap/shoulder belt through the forward-facing belt path and continue through the opposite opening of the child restraint. Fasten the buckle. IMPORTANT: Make sure the lap/shoulder belt lies flat without twisting. The vehicle seat belt must be as tight as possible. Using your full weight, push the child restraint firmly into the vehicle seat as you tighten the vehicle seat belt, as shown. Lower the headrest pad. Insert the shoulder belt into the forward-facing belt guide on the side of the restraint opposite the seat belt buckle. The shoulder belt MUST be routed through the belt guide. If vehicle permits, the retractor must be locked (pg. 12). Check your work. Pull on the belt to make sure it's tight and locked. If you can move the child restraint more than 2.5 cm (1 in.) side to side or front to back at the forward- facing belt path, the vehicle belt is not tight enough. If you have not tightly secured the child restraint, try again, move it to another location, or install with the lower anchor connector assembly (pg. 40). Continue with pg. 51 to attach tether strap.
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Using the Child Restraint as a Booster Seat Booster seats raise the child up and help to position the vehicle lap and shoulder belt correctly. When the child is properly restrained in a booster seat, their risk of injury in all types of crashes is reduced, as the lap and shoulder belt provides excellent restraint of both the upper and lower torsos. It is important for the child to sit properly within the vehicle seat belts. When the vehicle belt is buckled, the lap belt should be low on the hips, just touching the thighs, and the shoulder belt should lie across the middle of the shoulder. If the child leans out or moves the belt behind the back or places it under the arm, it will not provide the intended restraint. There are a number of things to consider when deciding whether a child is ready to sit in a booster seat, including: the weight and height ratings on their current child seat, the child’s own weight and height, their maturity, and the seating positions available in your vehicle. How is a booster seat used? Using a booster seat is very similar to buckling yourself into the vehicle:
Booster 55 Using Your High-Back Booster Seat Child Requirements
Converting to High-Back Booster Mode
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DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur.General 59 To adjust, squeeze the headrest adjustment handle while sliding the headrest up or down to the desired position. When the headrest is in one of the locking positions, the adjustment handle will lock into its original position. Pull up and down on the headrest to ensure it is locked into position. NOTE: You may need to loosen the harness straps (pg. 56) to adjust the headrest. Rear-facing: Start with the headrest in its lowest position. Adjust headrest so the harness straps are at or just below the child’s shoulders. Forward-facing: Start with the headrest in its highest position. Adjust headrest so the harness straps are at or just above the child’s shoulders. NOTE: If using the lower Headrest/Harness positions, make sure to tuck the excess Headrest Flap up behind the Headrest Pad. The Headrest Flap is designed with two fold lines to allow for partial A or full storage B behind the Headrest Pad. Handle Adjusting the Headrest/Harness Position Handle
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60 To raise or lower the recline, pull the recline handle on the front edge of the seat and push or pull seat into the desired recline position as indicated below: • Rear-Facing: The seat is in one of the three rear- facing recline positions, so that the level line is parallel to the ground. • Forward-Facing: The seat is in the fully upright position as shown. Reclining Child Restraint Shoulder straps must be at or just below child’s shoulders Route shoulder belt only through lock off. See user manual for additional information.
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Top of head MUST be 2.5 cm (1 in.) or more below top of headrest Crotch buckle in inner slot Chest clip Cup holders must be installed at all times in rear facing installation Lap Lap/Shoulder Canadian Models: you must install cup holder with screw MUST be level with ground with Rear Facing installationsRear Facing
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25809488 Shoulder straps must be at or just below child’s shoulders Route shoulder belt only through lock off. See user manual for additional information.1.8 - 18 Kg (4 - 40 Lbs)
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25809488General 61 Place baby in the child restraint. The baby’s back and bottom should be flat against the restraint. If there is a gap, the baby will not be comfortable.
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Securing the Child in the Restraint63
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Removing the Child from the Restraint General64
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DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur. Push the child restraint into the vehicle seat back while loosening the adjuster. Tip! Tip! Tip!General 65 Installing Child Restraint in Aircraft The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recommends that you secure your child for air travel in an appropriate child restraint based on your child’s weight and size. Turbulence can happen with little or no warning. When turbulence occurs, the safest place for your child is in a properly installed child restraint, not in an adult’s lap or on the aircraft seat with its seat belt. Keeping your child in a child restraint during the flight will help ensure your family arrives safely at your destination. The FAA recommends that a child weighing: • more than 18 kg (40 lbs) use an aircraft seat belt; • less than 9 kg (20 lbs) use a rear-facing child restraint; and • from 9 - 18 kg (20 - 40 lbs) use a forward-facing child restraint. This restraint CANNOT be used in booster mode in aircraft. Please note that these FAA recommendations may vary from those applicable to the use of your child restraint in a motor vehicle. NOTE: For Rear-Facing Aircraft Installation, see pgs. 66-67. For Forward-Facing Aircraft Installation, see pgs. 68-69.
66 IMPORTANT: Before installing the child restraint, make sure the aircraft seat is in a fully upright position.
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Installing Child Restraint Rear-facing in Aircraft Aircraft belt Aircraft seat Seat pad Buckle Aircraft beltRear-facing 67
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Excess belt Installing Child Restraint Rear-facing in Aircraft68 IMPORTANT: Before installing the child restraint, make sure the aircraft seat is in a fully upright position.
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Installing Child Restraint Forward- facing in AircraftForward-Facing 69 Installing Child Restraint Forward- facing in Aircraft
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72 Removing the Seat Cover
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Snaps SnapsGeneral 73 Reattaching the Seat Cover
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Troubleshooting Rear-Facing Installation Rear-facing 75 Troubleshooting Shoulder straps must be at or just below child’s shoulders Route shoulder belt only through lock off. See user manual for additional information.
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25809488 Shoulder straps must be at or just below child’s shoulders Route shoulder belt only through lock off. See user manual for additional information.1.8 - 18 Kg (4 - 40 Lbs)
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25809488 Shoulder straps must be at or just below child’s shoulders Route shoulder belt only through lock off. See user manual for additional information.1.8 - 18 Kg (4 - 40 Lbs)
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25809488 ALWAYS check the Rear-Facing Level Line before each use to ensure it is level to the ground. Here are some troubleshooting tips to achieve the appropriate recline.A
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A. If the car seat is not reclined enough with the recline foot fully extended, you may use a rolled towel or pool noodle(s) placed underneath the fully extended recline foot. B. If the car seat is too reclined, you may use a rolled towel or pool noodle(s) to fill in the space between the recline foot and seating surface. IMPORTANT: If your car seat is still not in the correct recline zone, try to reinstall using a different installation method or a different vehicle seating position. DO NOT use both A and B together.76
General 77 When this child restraint reaches the expiration date found on the date of manufacture label, Evenflo encourages you to dispose of it properly. Most components of this child restraint are recyclable.
78 To order replacement parts you can order online at www.evenflo.com or contact Evenflo. When you contact us, please have the product model number and date of manufacture (found on the back of the child restraint). Not available on all models. Styles may vary. Replacement Parts Harness Covers Buckle Cover Cup Holder Snack Tray Tether Extender Head Pillow EPS Head Foam Body Pillow Headrest Pad Back Pad Seat Pad or or EasyClick Quick Connector with LATCH/UAS Guide SecureRight. Buckle
General 79 For a period of 90 days from the date of original delivery of this Product to the consumer, Evenflo warrants to the original end user (“Purchaser”) this Product (including any accessories) against defects in material or workmanship. Evenflo’s sole obligation under this express limited warranty shall be, at Evenflo’s option, to repair or replace any Product that is determined to be defective by Evenflo and determined to be covered by this warranty. Repair or replacement as provided under this warranty is the exclusive remedy of the Purchaser. Proof of purchase and delivery in the form of a receipt, paid invoice, or bill of sale, and delivery confirmation evidencing that the Product is within the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service. This express limited warranty is extended by Evenflo ONLY to the original Purchaser of the Product and is not assignable or transferable to subsequent purchasers or end users of the Product. For warranty service, contact Evenflo’s ParentLink Consumer Resource Center at 1-800-233-5921 or www.evenflo.com.