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©2016 Artsana USA, Inc.
IS0150.1E
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  • Page 1 Car Seat User Guide For future use, STORE USER GUIDE in location on bottom of base. ©2016 Artsana USA, Inc. IS0150.1E www.chiccousa.com...
  • Page 2 If you have any problems with your Chicco Child Restraint, or any questions regarding installation or use, please call: Chicco 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Registration WITHOUT BASE INSTALLATION Child Guidelines Install without Base Setup Safe Use Checklist Install Using LAP-SHOULDER BELT Important Warnings Install Using LAP BELT ONLY Best Practices Need Help? SECURING YOUR CHILD VEHICLE INFORMATION Adjusting Harness Height Securing Child with Harness Vehicle Seating Positions Vehicle Seat Belts Secure Child Checklist...

  • Page 4: Registration

    REGISTRATION Please complete the Registration Card that came with your Child Restraint and mail it promptly. 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.
  • Page 5 REGISTRATION PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...

  • Page 6: Child Guidelines

    CHILD GUIDELINES This Child Restraint is designed for children ages Birth to at least 2 years old. ONLY use this Child Restraint if the child meets BOTH of the following Weight and Height requirements: • Weight is between 4 and 30 pounds (2 and 13.5 kg). •...
  • Page 7 30 lbs. (2 kg) (5 kg) (13.5 kg) • Chicco and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend all children ride REAR-FACING until age 2 or they reach the weight/ height limits of this seat. • NEVER turn this Child Restraint FORWARD-FACING.

  • Page 8: Safe Use Checklist

    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. If using Base, make sure Carrier is securely attached to Base: Refer to the “Install Carrier to Base”...
  • Page 9 SAFE USE CHECKLIST Ensure that the Child Restraint is properly leveled when installed. Check Child Restraint for a snug fit in your car: While holding Child Restraint near belt path used, pull side to side and forward. Belt should remain tight and Child Restraint should not move more than 1”...

  • Page 10: Important Warnings

    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.
  • Page 11 IMPORTANT WARNINGS WARNING DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR Secure Child Properly • Snugly adjust the belts provided with this child restraint around your child. A loose harness could cause the child to be ejected in a sharp turn, sudden stop or crash, resulting in serious injury or death. A snug strap should not allow any slack.
  • Page 12 IMPORTANT WARNINGS WARNING DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR Install Child Restraint Correctly • NEVER 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 owners manual for information on your child restraint installation.
  • Page 13 • Make sure nothing interferes with carrier attachment to base. ALWAYS check attachment. • ONLY use Chicco KeyFit/KeyFit 30 infant carriers with KeyFit/KeyFit 30 bases. • DO NOT use Chicco KeyFit/KeyFit 30 infant carriers with Chicco Fit 2 bases.
  • Page 14 IMPORTANT WARNINGS WARNING DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR Ensure Child’s Safety When Using Child Restraint • NEVER leave child unattended. • SUFFOCATION HAZARD: Infant carrier can roll over on soft surfaces and suffocate child. NEVER place carrier on beds, sofas or other soft surfaces. •...
  • Page 15 A damaged Child Restraint may not protect your child in a future crash. • Do not modify your Child Restraint. • For proper removal and installation of the harness straps contact Chicco USA for additional instructions. • Do not use Child Restraint if any component is damaged, broken, or missing parts.

  • Page 16: Best Practices

    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 specifically approved by Chicco. For more information, go to www.chiccousa.com/accessories.

  • Page 17: Need Help

    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.

  • Page 18: Vehicle Seating Positions

    VEHICLE SEATING POSITIONS WARNING! NEVER PLACE THIS CHILD RESTRAINT IN A VEHICLE SEATING LOCATION WITH A FRONTAL AIR BAG, UNLESS THE AIR BAG CAN BE TURNED OFF. The back seat is the safest place for children 12 and under. See your vehicle owner’s manual for Child Restraint installation and instructions.
  • Page 19 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. Make sure no more than 4 inches of the Do not use on a folded down Child Restraint base is past the edge of vehicle seat back.

  • Page 20: Vehicle Seat Belts

    VEHICLE SEAT BELTS The information in this section only applies to installation with vehicle seat belts. For simplest installation use LATCH 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.
  • Page 21 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. 1.

  • Page 22: What Is Latch

    WHAT IS LATCH WARNING: This Child Restraint is designed to be used with lower LATCH anchors at the standard spacing (11 inches) ONLY! Refer to vehicle owner’s manual for information about LATCH and Child Restraint installation positions. LATCH ower nchors and ethers for ildren United States Motor Vehicle Safety Standards have defined a system for installing...
  • Page 23 WHAT IS LATCH Vehicle Lower Anchor Points Vehicle Seat Crease (fig. a)
  • Page 24 CARRIER COMPONENTS Handle Canopy Release Button Head Rest Insert Shoulder Pads Chest Clip Harness Straps Buckle Newborn Seat Belt Guides Positioner (when installing carrier without the base) Harness Adjuster Strap Harness Adjuster Button...
  • Page 25 CARRIER COMPONENTS Base Release Harness Strap Handle Adjustment Slots Carry Harness Handle Straps Harness Headrest Splitter Plate Insert Straps Crotch Strap Retainer...
  • Page 26 BASE AND LATCH COMPONENTS User Guide Storage LATCH (Inside Base) Pull Strap LATCH Release Lever Bubble Level Carrier Indicator Attachment Hook Foot Adjuster Buttons Shoulder Belt LATCH Recline Lock-Off Connector Foot...
  • Page 27 BASE AND LATCH COMPONENTS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK...

  • Page 28: Child Requirements

    CHILD REQUIREMENTS WEIGHT REQUIREMENTS WEIGHT REQUIREMENTS: 4 – 30 lbs (2 – 13.5 kg) 4 lbs. 30 lbs. (2 kg) (13.5 kg) Use with children: • Who weigh between 4 and 30 lbs (2 –13.5 kg). • And height is less than 30 inches (76 cm). • And top of head is at least 1 inch below top of seat back.

  • Page 29: Base Installation

    CHILD REQUIREMENTS For premature infants, you must consult the infant's doctor before using this Child Restraint. A premature infant may have difficulty breathing or have other medical problems when placed in a seated position. Install Child Restraint: • Base installation continued on page 28. •...

  • Page 30: Install With Base Setup

    INSTALL WITH BASE 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 recline the Child Restraint could increase the child’s risk of serious injury or death. See page 16 for “Vehicle Seating Positions”...
  • Page 31 INSTALL WITH BASE SETUP...

  • Page 32: Install Using Latch

    INSTALL USING LATCH Store LATCH Connectors properly in the compartments when not using for installation - See page 75. When installing with LATCH, the unused seat belt should not be buckled behind the Child Restraint System as this will engage the inflatable portion of the belt.
  • Page 33 INSTALL USING LATCH...
  • Page 34 INSTALL USING LATCH Locate the LATCH anchor bars in your vehicle. Attach both LATCH Connectors to the vehicle LATCH anchor bars. Tighten LATCH straps by pulling up on LATCH Pull Strap while pressing Base firmly into vehicle seat.
  • Page 35 INSTALL USING LATCH...
  • Page 36 INSTALL USING LATCH Roll LATCH Pull Strap and store in Pull Strap Storage Slot, as shown. CHECK YOUR WORK Hold Base at each side and pull side to side and forward. Base should not  move more than 1” (25 mm) from vehicle seat back or side-to-side. ...
  • Page 37 INSTALL USING LATCH  CHECK YOUR WORK...

  • Page 38: Install Using Lap-Shoulder Belt

    INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT Thread vehicle seat belt up through the belt path on the side of the Base. Pull vehicle seat belt down through the vehicle seat belt path on opposite side of the Base. Buckle the vehicle seat belt.
  • Page 39 INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT Belt CLICK! Path...
  • Page 40 INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT While pushing down on the Base, pull up on the vehicle shoulder belt to remove all slack from the vehicle lap belt.
  • Page 41 INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT...
  • Page 42 INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT While holding the shoulder belt tight, slide the shoulder belt strap firmly into Shoulder Belt Lock-Off. Always use the Lock-Off on the opposite side of where the vehicle seat belt is buckled. Do NOT pull on shoulder belt after it is positioned in Lock-Off. This could damage the Lock-Off and/or the vehicle belt CHECK YOUR WORK Hold Base at each side and pull side to side and forward.
  • Page 43 INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT  CHECK YOUR WORK...

  • Page 44: Install Using Lap Belt Only

    INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY Thread vehicle seat belt up through the belt path on the side of the Base. Pull vehicle seat belt down through the vehicle seat belt path on opposite side of the Base. Buckle the vehicle seat belt.
  • Page 45 INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY Belt CLICK! Path...
  • Page 46 INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY While pushing down on the Base, pull up on the loose end of the vehicle lap belt to remove all slack. CHECK YOUR WORK Hold Base at each side and pull side to side and forward. Base should not ...
  • Page 47 INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY  CHECK YOUR WORK...

  • Page 48: Install Carrier To Base

    INSTALL CARRIER TO BASE Insert the Carrier into the Base. Push down on the Carrier to make sure it locks onto the Carrier Attachment Hooks on the Base.
  • Page 49 INSTALL CARRIER TO BASE Carrier Attachment Hook...
  • Page 50 INSTALL CARRIER TO BASE Check to make sure the Carrier is securely attached to the Base. ALWAYS lift up on Carrier to verify it is properly attached to the Base. CHECK YOUR WORK Hold Base at each side and pull side to side and forward. Child Restraint ...
  • Page 51 INSTALL CARRIER TO BASE...

  • Page 52: Install Without Base Setup

    INSTALL WITHOUT BASE 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 recline the Child Restraint could increase the child’s risk of serious injury or death. NEVER install Child Restraint without Base using a non-locking vehicle belt.
  • Page 53 INSTALL WITHOUT BASE SETUP Level Line (Seat Label)

  • Page 54: Install Using Lap-Shoulder Belt

    INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT Thread vehicle seat belt up and slide into the Seat Belt Guide on the side of the Child Restraint. Pull vehicle seat belt down and slide into the Seat Belt Guide on opposite side of the Child Restraint. Buckle the vehicle seat belt. Pull out all of the shoulder belt webbing and activate the locking mode of the vehicle belt.
  • Page 55 INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT CLICK! Seat Belt Guide...
  • Page 56 INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT Put the vehicle seat belt in the locked mode, see vehicle owner's manual for more information. A tightly rolled towel may be used under the front edge of the Carrier if needed to adjust the angle of the Carrier. Angle is correct when level line on Carrier is level with ground.
  • Page 57 INSTALL USING LAP-SHOULDER BELT  CHECK YOUR WORK...

  • Page 58: Install Using Lap Belt Only

    INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY Thread vehicle seat belt up and slide into the Seat Belt Guide on the side of the Child Restraint. Pull vehicle seat belt down and slide into the Seat Belt Guide on opposite side of the Child Restraint. Buckle the vehicle seat belt.
  • Page 59 INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY CLICK! Seat Belt Guide...
  • Page 60 INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY Put the vehicle seat belt in the locked mode, see vehicle owner's manual for more information. A tightly rolled towel may be used under the front edge of the Carrier if needed to adjust the angle of the Carrier. Angle is correct when level line on Carrier is level with ground.
  • Page 61 INSTALL USING LAP BELT ONLY  CHECK YOUR WORK...

  • Page 62: Adjusting Harness Height

    ADJUSTING HARNESS HEIGHT With child seated correctly in the Carrier, resting against back and bottom of carrier and not slouched, locate the Harness Strap Adjustment Slot closest to AT or JUST BELOW top of child's shoulders. Remove your child from the carrier and loosen the Harness Straps. Turn the Carrier over and locate the splitter plate.
  • Page 63 ADJUSTING HARNESS HEIGHT AT OR JUST BELOW Splitter Plate...
  • Page 64 ADJUSTING HARNESS HEIGHT Pull Harness Strap out through the front of the Carrier. Then re-thread the Harness Strap through the desired Harness Strap Adjustment Slot. Re-attach Harness Strap to the Splitter Plate. Repeat steps 1-4 of Adjusting Harness Height for the other Harness Strap. Make sure both Harness Straps are at positioned at the same height, as shown.
  • Page 65 ADJUSTING HARNESS HEIGHT...

  • Page 66: Securing Child With Harness

    SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS For a better fit in the Carrier with smaller infants, the provided Newborn Positioner may be needed. See page 76 for more details. Loosen harness by pressing the Adjuster Button and pulling out on both Harness Straps. Press the button on the buckle and release both buckle tongues.
  • Page 67 SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS...
  • Page 68 SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS Make sure harness straps are AT or JUST BELOW top of child's shoulders. If not, refer to page 60 for Adjusting Harness Height. NEVER use clothing or blankets that interfere with fastening or tightening the harness. An unsecured child could be ejected in a sharp turn, sudden stop or crash! Pull Harness Straps over child's shoulders and pull waist straps around their waist.
  • Page 69 SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS AT OR JUST BELOW...
  • Page 70 SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS Insert each Buckle Tongue into Harness Buckle; listen for a click (6a). Pull up firmly on both Buckle Tongues to make sure that they are securely latched (6b). Fasten Chest Clip by snapping both sides together. Harness Straps must be laying flat, free of twists and on top of child's shoulders.
  • Page 71 SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS CLICK! CLICK!
  • Page 72 SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS Pull excess strap up through buckle tongues so that harness is snug around child's thighs. Tighten the harness by pulling slowly on Harness Adjuster Strap while pulling up on both shoulder straps to remove all slack from below (8a). Make sure the Harness Straps are snug on child.
  • Page 73 SECURING CHILD WITH HARNESS...

  • Page 74: Secure Child Checklist

    SECURING CHILD CHECKLIST  Harness Straps must be snug. If you can pinch a fold in the strap at the shoulders, the harness is too loose. A snug strap should not allow any slack. It lies in a relatively straight line without sagging.
  • Page 75 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 Carrier with child dressed in bulky garments or heavy clothing. Heavy clothing can prevent harness from being properly tightened around child. ...

  • Page 76: Base Release Handle

    BASE RELEASE HANDLE RELEASE CARRIER FROM BASE: To unhook the Carrier from the Base, squeeze the Base Release Handle on the back of the Carrier then lift up on the Carry Handle.

  • Page 77: Latch Storage

    LATCH STORAGE Store LATCH Connectors properly in the compartments when not using for installation. Store both LATCH Connector in compartments on either side of the Base when not in use. Insert LATCH Connectors into the LATCH Connector storage compartments. Pull on the LATCH Pull Strap to secure LATCH Connectors in the compartments.

  • Page 78: Newborn Positioner

    To ensure a better fit for smaller infants the Newborn Positioner may be needed. Do NOT use any other newborn positioner or pillows. Only use the one provided by Chicco for this Child Restraint. Place the Newborn Positioner in the Carrier seat. Then pull the Buckle through slot in the bottom of Newborn Positioner.
  • Page 79 NEWBORN POSITIONER...

  • Page 80: Head Rest Insert

    HEAD REST INSERT To provide head support for smaller infants the Head Rest Insert may be used. The Head Rest Insert can be used with or without the Newborn Positioner. To Install Head Rest Insert, thread the Head Rest Straps through the Harness Strap Adjustment Slots on the seat back.

  • Page 81: Handle Positions

    HANDLE POSITIONS To Adjust the Handle, press both of the Handle Release Buttons and rotate the handle. There are 3 positions: Carrying Position Rocking Position Stationary Position...

  • Page 82: Canopy

    CANOPY ADJUSTING CANOPY: The Canopy can be adjusted by rotating the canopy forwards or backwards. REMOVING CANOPY: Pull back the fabric and press the button on Canopy Mount and pull up to remove. Repeat for the other side. ATTACHING CANOPY: Re-attach both of the Canopy Mounts into the slots on the side of the Carrier.

  • Page 83: Installation On An Aircraft

    INSTALLATION ON AN AIRCRAFT When traveling by airplane with your child, Chicco recommends taking the Carrier 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, but also allow your child to be more comfortable.

  • Page 84: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Hand wash using mild soap and water, or machine washed in cold water on delicate cycle using mild detergent. Hang to dry. NEVER use Child Restraint without the seat pad. For softgood removal instructions visit the Chicco website at www.chiccousa.com or call 1-877-424-4226. • Cleaning Shoulder Pads: Hand wash using mild soap and water.
  • Page 85 Sponge clean using warm water and mild soap. Air dry. Do NOT machine wash. DO NOT USE Child Restraint if any part of the harness is damaged. For proper removal and installation of the harness straps visit the Chicco website at www.chiccousa.com or call 1-877-424-4226.
  • Page 86 PMS 2747 and PMS 186...

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