The First Years Compass 530C Instruction Manual
The First Years Compass 530C Instruction Manual

The First Years Compass 530C Instruction Manual

Folding adjustable booster seat

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
530C
Folding
Adjustable
Booster Seat
Failure to use this Booster Seat properly increases the
risk of serious injury or death in a sudden stop or
crash.
Do not install or use this Booster Seat until you have
read and understand the instructions in this manual.
This Booster Seat is for use
by children who meet ALL
the requirements below:
W eight is :
Height is:
W ARNING
18 to 45 kg
(40 to 100 pounds)
96 to 145 cm
(38 to 57 inches)

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL 530C Folding Adjustable Booster Seat This Booster Seat is for use by children who meet ALL the requirements below: W eight is : 18 to 45 kg (40 to 100 pounds) Height is: 96 to 145 cm (38 to 57 inches) W ARNING •...
  • Page 2 And, we use the latest methods to assure the highest quality. Only The First years monitors the molding of every key plastic part. Our MoldTrac technology allows us to watch every part as it is molded. In addition, we place a number on each seat so key parts can be traced.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Section  2  -­  Table  Of  Contents Section  1  Introduction..........1 Section  2  Table  Of  Contents........2 Section  3  Warnings............3 Section  4  Use  Recommendations......5 Section  5  Booster  Seat  parts........6 Section  6  Selecting  A Vehicle  Seating  Location..7 Section  7  Installation  and  Use.........11 Section  8  Safety  Checklist/Safe  Practices.....16 Section  9  Additional  Information......19 Section  10  Care  and  Cleaning.........21 Section  11  Replacement  Parts........22...
  • Page 4: Section  3  Warnings

    Section  3  -­  Warnings WARNING DEATH  or  SERIOUS  INJURY can  occur • Failure  to  follow  these  instructions  and  Booster  Seat   labels  can  result  in  injury  or  death  to  a  child  from   striking  the  vehicle’s  interior  during  a  sudden  stop  or   crash.
  • Page 5 WARNING DEATH  or  SERIOUS  INJURY can  occur • DO NOT  modify  or  attach  any  toys,  padding,  or  other   items  to  this  Booster  Seat.  Untested  modifications  or   padding  could  result  in  injury  in  a  crash. • Secure  this  booster  car  seat  by  means  of  a  vehicle  seat   belt  at  all  times,  even  when  not  occupied.
  • Page 6: Section 4 - Use Recommendations

    Section 4 - Use Recommendations The First Years advises parents that children should use a child restraint with a built-in harness system until they exceed the weight or height limits specified by the manufacturer. B530C Booster Seat Use Requirements: This child restraint is designed for use by children whose: - W eight is between 18 and 45 kg, (40 and 100 lbs) and - Height is between 96 and 145 cm, (38 and 57 inches).
  • Page 7: Section  5  Booster  Seat  Parts

    Section  5  -­  Booster  Seat  Parts Adjustable   Carry Headrest Handle Vehicle Shoulder Vehicle Belt  Guide Shoulder Belt  Guide Seat Back Armrest Armrest Seat   Bottom Cup  Holder Instruction Manual • Failure  to  use  this  car  seat  properly  increases  the  risk   of  serious  injury  or  death  in  a  sudden  stop  or  crash.
  • Page 8 Section  6  -­  Selecting   A Vehicle  Seating  Location WARNING DEATH  or  SERIOUS  INJURY can  occur • Use  only  the  vehicle’s  lap  and shoulder  belt  system when  restraining  a  child  in  this  Booster  Seat. • NEVER  use  the  Booster  Seat  with  only  a  vehicle  lap   belt.
  • Page 9: Section 6 - Selecting A Vehicle Seating Location

    To determine the types of side impact air bag(s) your vehicle may have for individual seating positions, please refer to your owner’s manual. The First Years B530C Booster Seat may be used in any rear seating position equipped only with side impact airbags...
  • Page 10 Section  6  -­  Selecting   A Vehicle  Seating  Location Vehicle  Seats: DO NOT  use  this  Booster  Seat  with  the  following  vehicle seats: Seats  Which   Seats  Which   Rear  Seats  Of Face  Sides  Of Face  Rear Small  Extended Vehicle Of  Vehicle Cab  Pickup Trucks...
  • Page 11 Section  6  -­  Selecting   A Vehicle  Seating  Location Vehicle  Seat  Belt  Systems: Use  only  the  vehicle’s  lap  and  shoulder belt  system  when  restraining  the  child  in this  booster  seat. Design  and  operation  of  vehicle  seat   belt  systems  vary  from  vehicle  to  vehicle   and  from  seating  location  to  seating  ...
  • Page 12: Section  7  Installation  And  Use

    Section  7  -­  Installation  and  Use WARNING DEATH  or  SERIOUS  INJURY can  occur • Use  only  a  vehicle  lap  and shoulder  belt  system  when restraining  the  child  in  this  Booster  Seat. • NEVER use  just  a  lap  belt.  Always  use  a  combination lap  and shoulder  belt.
  • Page 13 Section  7  -­  Installation  and  Use . Open  the  Booster  Seat  from  its  folded position  until  seat  back  locks  in  place: -­ Grasp  seat  back  and  seat   bottom  and  pull  to  unfold  Booster   Seat. -­   Continue  to  move  seat  back  until it  locks  in  place.
  • Page 14 Section  7  -­  Installation  and  Use . Place  child  in  Booster  Seat.   -­ Child  MUST sit  upright  with  back   contacting  seat  back,  NOT slouching or  sliding  down. . Adjust  headrest  so  that  the  top  of   shoulder  belt  guides  are  at  or  just   above  child’s  shoulders.
  • Page 15 Section  7  -­  Installation  and  Use . Place  lap  and shoulder  belt   across  front  of  child  and   buckle  seat  belt. -­ Position  lap  belt  under   both  armrests. -­ Place  shoulder  belt   over  child’s  chest and  into  shoulder  belt  guide. NOTE: Armrest  may  be  raised  to  make  getting  in  Booster Seat  easier.
  • Page 16 Section  7  -­  Installation  and  Use Cup  Holders: To  Use: -­ Rotate  cup  holder  out  into  use  position. WARNING • DO NOT  place  pencils  or  other  sharp  or  pointed objects  in  cup  holder. To  Store: -­ Rotate  cup  holder  back  into  stored  position. Storage  &...
  • Page 17 Section  8  -­  Safety  Checklist/Safe  Practices Safety  Checklist √ Did  you  read  and  understand  these  instructions  and   labels  on  the  Booster  Seat? √ Is  the  child  the  proper  weight  and  height  for  the  Booster   Seat? √ Is  the  child  secured  in  the  rear  seat? √...
  • Page 18: Section 8 - Safety Checklist/Safe Practices

    Section 8 - Safety Checklist/Safe Practices Safe Practices For assistance with installation or use, contact one of the following sources: - Compass at: Phone: 1-888-899-2229 Email: CS@learningcurve.com Transport Canada’s Road Safety Information Centre at 1-800-333-0371 or roadsafetywebmail@tc.gc.ca Or attend a car seat clinic in your area.
  • Page 19 Section  8  -­  Safety  Checklist/Safe  Practices Safe  Practices  (Continued) EVERYONE  rides  buckled  up  or  the  vehicle  DOES NOT  GO!  Make  NO EXCEPTIONS for  adults  or  children!   -­ If  someone  unbuckles,  the  vehicle  STOPS! Being   firm  and  consistent  will  result  in  fewer  discipline   problems  as  children  grow  older.
  • Page 20 Section  9  -­  Additional  Information Certification: This  Booster  Seat  conforms  to  all  requiremnts  of   Canada  Motor  Vehicle  Safety  Standards  213.2  for  use  in   motor  vehicles.   This  Booster  Seat  is  certified  for  use  in  motor  vehicles. Aircraft  Use: This  restraint  is  NOT Certified  for  Aircraft  Use.
  • Page 21: Section 9 - Additional Information

    Section 9 - Additional Information Registration Information: Child restraints (car seats) could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register this restraint to be reached in a recall. Fill out the registration card attached to the car seat and mail today or send your name, address, and the restraint’s model number and manufacturing date to: Learning Curve Brands Attn: Consumer Services...
  • Page 22: Section  10  Care  And  Cleaning

    Section  10  -­  Care  and  Cleaning Removing  Seat  Pad,  Back  Pad  and  Headrest  Pad: -­ Gently  unhook  elastic  and  snaps.  Remove  pads  from   Booster  Seat. Cleaning  Seat  Pad,  Back  Pad  and  Headrest  Pad: -­ Machine  wash  gentle  cycle  in  cool  water  and  mild  soap. -­...
  • Page 23: Section 11 - Replacement Parts

    We know pads get worn or damaged. Some companies charge outrageous prices when their parts wear out. At The First Years, we will sell you replacement parts at or near our cost plus what it costs us to handle and ship them. They are still expensive, but we promise they are fair prices.
  • Page 24 Keep this instruction manual for future use. Store in pocket on back of Booster Seat. Learning Curve Brands Attn: Consumer Services 2021 9th St. SE Dyersville, IA 52040 or call 1-888-899-2229 or log onto www.learningcurve.com © 2007 Learning Curve Brands 4000000390C EN Rev.

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