1. Adjusting the child seat

9-18kg

1a

1b

2. Installing the child seat using your in-car

 

ISOFIX fittings

9-18kg

IMPORTANT – The child seat is semi-universal. For advice as to the suitability of the

child seat for your vehicle you MUST use the vehicle applications list,

on

our website at www.britax.eu, call our Customer Service Helpline on 01264 386034 or email helpline@britax.eu.

2a2b

3. Removing the child seat installed with

 

4. Installing the child seat in your vehicle

 

ISOFIX fittings

 

9-18kg

using a lap and diagonal seat belt

9-18kg

3a

3b

 

4a

4b

 

5. Removing the SAFESTRAP™

9-18kg

5a

5b

Harness adjustment

Your child’s head MUST be centralised

With one hand press the adjuster button

within the headrest (dia 1b).

and with your other hand BELOW the

The shoulder strap slots in the cover and

chest pads, pull both shoulder straps

shell MUST be level with the top of your

forward as far as possible to loosen the

child’s shoulders. If in any doubt always

harness (dia 1a).

position the slots slightly above the

 

shoulder rather than below it (dia 1b).

 

However, once you reach the top position

 

your child may continue to use the seat

 

until their eye line is above the top of the

 

seat shell or their weight exceeds 18kg.

1c

1d

Installing the child seat

Pull the green catch release handle at the

If required, clip the two insertion guides

base on the back of the seat out to extend

onto the two ISOFIX anchorage points

the two catch arms fully (dia 2b).

on the vehicle seat (between seat and

Unfold the foot prop from the base.

backrest). The cut out on the insertion

 

guide must point upwards (dia 2a). The

 

insertion guides should be removed when

 

not in use.

 

2c

2d

Turn the foot prop handle anti-clockwise to

Press the safety buttons on the left and

shorten it (dia 3a).

right side of the child seat to release it from

 

the vehicle (dia 3b).

 

The catch arms release.

3c

IMPORTANT – Ensure catch arms are

Engage the buckle tongue in the vehicle

stowed.

seat buckle. CLICK!

Unfold the foot prop and place the child

Place the lap belt section in the lap belt

seat facing forward on the vehicle seat.

routing guides on both sides of the seat

Pull up on the adjustment handle and pull

base.

the seat shell forward into the reclining

Press down the clamp lever of the dark

position.

red seat belt clamp on the same side of

Pull out the vehicle seat belt and place it

the seat as the vehicle seat buckle. Insert

between the seat shell and the seat base

the diagonal seat belt section in the belt

(dia 4a).

clamp (dia 4b).

 

4c

4d

Push the adjuster button in and at the same

Turn the seat around and open the User

time pull BOTH shoulder straps forward as

Guide storage flap. Lift the harness adjuster

far as possible (dia 5a).

at the back of the seat shell and move it

 

up so that the shoulder strap slots in the

 

headrest are in the top position.

 

Unhook the harness strap from the yoke at

 

the back of the child seat. Pull the harness

 

strap through the shoulder strap slot to the

 

front of the seat (dia 5b).

5c

5d

Unfasten the buckle by pressing the red

To tighten the harness

harness buckle button (dia 1c).

Sit your child in the child seat and fit the

To fasten the buckle; first fit the two upper

harness. Tighten the harness by pulling

sections together, then push them firmly

the adjuster strap forward until the gap

into the lower section until you hear a

on the SAFESTRAP™ indicator is less

positive “CLICK” .

than 2cm wide. This indicates that the

 

harness should be comfortable but firmly

 

fitted around your child. Make sure the

 

harness straps are not twisted.

 

IMPORTANT – The lap section of the

 

harness should rest as forward and as low

 

as possible over your child’s pelvis.

 

Finally, ensure the chest pads are pulled

 

down onto your child’s chest (dia 1d).

1e

1f

Reclining the child seat

To adjust the height of the headrest

The child seat can be used in either an

and harness to fit your child:

upright, or reclined position (dia 1e).

Loosen the harness straps as far as

Squeeze the recline handle

possible.

(dia 1e inset), underneath the front of the

Tip the headrest forward. The headrest

child seat, and slide the child seat shell

adjuster is now unlocked.

into the desired position.

Slide the headrest up or down until the

 

shoulder straps are at the correct height.

 

Push the headrest back onto the seat shell

 

to lock the headrest adjuster again

 

(dia 1f).

Press the safety buttons on the left and

Guide both catch arms into the insert

right side of the seat base together

guides until the arms engage on both

(dia 2c).

sides (dia 2d). “CLICK!”

TIP - This ensures that both hooks on the

 

locking arms are open and ready to use.

 

2e

2f

IMPORTANT – The green markings on

Pull on the child seat to ensure it is

the safety buttons must now be visible on

engaged on both sides (dia 2f).

both sides (dia 2e).

 

2g 2h

Press the tension button whilst pushing

Turn the foot prop handle anticlockwise

the child seat against the backrest of the

and pull out the foot prop until it rests

vehicle seat (dia 2g).

firmly on the floor of the vehicle (dia 2h).

IMPORTANT – The foot prop must never be suspended in mid-air or supported by other objects. Also ensure that the foot prop does not raise the child seat from the vehicle seat surface.

Press and hold the tension button whilst pushing the catch arms into the seat base at the same time (dia 3c).

Fold the foot prop onto the bottom side of the seat base.

IMPORTANT – Do not twist the belt

Whilst holding the diagonal belt tight pull

Firmly push the child seat into your vehicle

up on the clamp lever until it engages

seat using your body weight. Pull and hold

(dia 4d).

the diagonal belt . Pull at to remove all

IMPORTANT – The diagonal seat belt

slack in the lap belt and insert the diagonal

section may only be clamped on the side

belt into the upper routing guide. (dia 4c).

of the vehicle seat buckle

IMPORTANT – Do not twist the belt.

 

4e

4f

Turn the foot prop handle anticlockwise

IMPORTANT – After installing the child

and pull out the foot prop until it rests

seat you need to check the position of the

firmly on the floor of the vehicle (dia 4e).

seat belt buckle.

IMPORTANT – The foot prop must never

Checking the position of the seat

be suspended in mid-air or supported by

belt buckle

other objects. Also ensure that the foot

If, after following the installation

prop does not raise the child seat from the

instructions, your seat belt buckle looks

vehicle seat surface.

like this (dia 4f) the child seat should now

 

be secure. To check this try to pull the seat

 

forward by the harness. It should feel firm,

 

not loose.

4g

4h

If, after following the above instructions,

The child seat should now be secure.

your seat belt buckle looks like this

To check pull forward firmly on the

(dia 4g) the child seat is NOT correctly

harness. There should be little or no

installed.

movement (dia 4h).

Try another seating position in your car.

If you are in any doubt contact Customer

 

services on 01264 386034 or use our

 

Fit-finderservice at www.britax.eu.

 

To remove the child seat from the car,

 

simply reverse these instructions.

Remove the chest pad strap from the chest

Feed the harness strap all the way out of

pad attachment arm. Pull the chest pad

the SAFESTRAP™ mechanism until it is

strap through the shoulder strap slots to the

released (dia 5d).

front of the seat (dia 5c).

 

6. Refitting the SAFESTRAP™

 

9-18kg

6a

6b

Making sure the harness strap is not twisted

Ensure there is enough slack and thread

push the loop end of the harness strap up

the harness strap down over the bar of

through the front of the SAFESTRAP™

the SAFESTRAP™ mechanism and pull

mechanism and pull through (dia 6a).

through (dia 6b).

6c

6d

Feed the harness strap under the

Push the chest pad strap through the

SAFESTRAP™ mechanism. Push through

shoulder strap slot towards the back of the

the harness strap until it appears out the

seat. Attach the chest pad strap to the chest

top of the chest pad. Ensure the strap is not

pad adjustment arm (dia 6d).

twisted (dia 6c).

 

6e

6f

Push the harness strap through the

Pull through all the excess slack to close

shoulder strap slot towards the back of the

the indicator (dia 6f).

seat. Attach the harness strap to the yoke.

 

Ensure the harness strap and the chest pad

 

strap are not twisted (dia 6e).

 

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ISOFIX specifications

The Britax ISOFIX system is a sophisticated child safety seat installation method designed to enhance the safety and security of infants and young children during car travel. ISOFIX, an internationally recognized standard, ensures that child seats can be securely attached to the vehicle's chassis without the need for seat belts, significantly reducing the likelihood of incorrect installation.

One of the standout features of Britax ISOFIX is its simplicity and ease of use. The system incorporates two metal anchors that are built into your vehicle’s chassis, along with a top tether that can be attached to an anchor point in the car. This innovative design allows parents to quickly and confidently install their child’s seat, facilitating safe travel. A clear visual indicator confirms that the seat is properly connected, providing peace of mind to caregivers.

Britax is famous for its focus on safety technologies. Their proprietary SafeCell technology is integrated into many ISOFIX-compatible seats. This feature is designed to compress and lower the center of gravity during a collision, helping to minimize the risk of head injury. Additionally, Britax harnesses its patented True Side Impact Protection, which shields the child’s head and torso from side impacts by utilizing energy-absorbing materials and a protective shell.

The Britax ISOFIX system is compatible with a broad range of child safety seats that cater to various age groups, from infants to toddlers. The seats are designed with height-adjustable headrests and harness systems, ensuring a tailored fit as your child grows. This adaptability promotes prolonged use of the seat, providing excellent value for parents.

Moreover, many Britax ISOFIX seats feature a one-hand recline adjustment to ensure that your little one remains comfortable during travel. The fabric used in Britax products is not only soft but also easy to clean, which is an essential consideration for parents dealing with spills and messes.

In conclusion, Britax ISOFIX stands as a benchmark in child safety technology, combining user-friendly features, advanced safety mechanisms, and versatility. Its commitment to quality ensures that parents can transport their children safely and securely, allowing families to travel with confidence.
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