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To remove the crotch strap, ensure the child car seat is in a fully reclined position. Push the crotch strap down through the slot and hold it there,
allowing the strap to slacken on the underside of the child car seat. Whilst holding the strap locate the metal retainer buckle underneath the car seat
shell and pass it through the bottom of the seat and remove the crotch strap. Return the shell to its original position and re-insert the installation
bar (L) and secure the lock (M).
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Ensure that you have first removed the child car seat's integral 5-point harness, following the steps under 'Removing the 5-point harness' .
Position your child in the child car seat, place the diagonal section of the seatbelt through the diagonal seatbelt guide (A) and the waist belt across
the child's lap and through belt guide (B). Finally fasten the seatbelt buckle (C). WARNING: The child car seat should always be buckled in and
secured, whether a child is seated in it or not!
REMOVING THE SEAT COVER
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The seat cover is a safety feature. Never use the child car seat with out its cover. The seat covers can be removed for cleaning (see „Maintenance and
cleaning" pi8). You will need a Phillips screwdriver. If not already removed then remove the harness straps, crotch strap, head cushion and base
cushion (see ‚Converting for children in group II [1525kg]' pages 11-13). Turn the child car seat on its side and using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew
the two screws on each side of the shell holding the belt guides (A) in place. Put the belt guides and screws safely to one side for later.
Remove the two small side covers (B) by grasping the elastic band and pulling each cover off.
The main cover is held in place by a series of hooks (C) located on the back and underside of the shell. Unhook the cover's elastic from the hooks. Work
the cover from under the strap hooks (D) and remove.
REPLACING THE SEAT COVER AND HARNESS
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Place the cover over the child car seat and stretch the elastic over the shell, taking care as you work the cover over and around the plastic parts. Once
in place secure the cover on the hooks (A) located on the back and underside of the shell. Stretch the two side covers (B) back over the side panels.
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The belt guides have a narrow point (1) and a wider point (2). Reattach the belt guides (C) ensuring they are put on correctly as shown.
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Reattach the two screws on each side. Attention: Be careful to not over-tighten the screws as this could cause damage.
Adjust the shell to its most reclined position. Pull the recline adjuster handle under the front of the shell and whilst holding it, pull the shell forwards
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to its most reclined position.
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Unlock the lock (D), remove the installation bar (E) and pull the top of the shell forwards to access the space behind the shell more easily.
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Take the two harness shoulder straps with the buckle clips and crotch strap and match the buckle tongue sections together and insert into the buckle.
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With the buckle connected you will have something similar to the illustration opposite.
Insert waist strap retainer buckles (F) through the two slots (1) and (2) on the cover and out through the outer slots on the back of the shell then back
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through the inner slots. Insert crotch strap retainer buckle (G) through slot (3).
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Thread strap ends (3) through the shoulder pads (H). Thread strap ends (3) and (4) through slots (I)
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Connect the shoulder pad straps (4) to the shoulder pad connector (J), connect the shoulder harness straps (3) to the yoke (K).
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Return the shell to its original position and re-insert the installation bar (L) and secure lock (M).
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Storage
1) Store this child car seat in a safe place when not in use.
2) DO NOT place heavy objects on top of it.
3) Always store the child car seat in a dry environment.
4) DO NOT store the child car seat near a direct heat source such as a radiator.
Covers
1) The seat cover is easily removable and should be handwashed with a pH neutral soap and cold water.
2) Do not press, iron, dry clean, tumble dry or wring the covers.
3) Do not use solvents, caustic or abrasive cleaning materials.
4) Dry flat, away from direct heat and sunlight.
5) If the seat cover needs to be replaced and is under warranty-contact your retailer.
Plastic/Metal Parts
1) Wipe clean using a mild soap and warm water.
2) You must not remove, dismantle or alter any part of the seat shell.
3) You must not oil or lubricate any part of the seat shell.
Inspection
1) Check your child car seat regularly for wear and tear.
2) The child car seat may have a slight rattle when not in use, this is normal. If in any doubt, contact your retailer immediately.