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Instructions for Installation & Use

IMPORTANT:

KEEP THIS BOOKLET IN THE PLACE PROVIDED ON THE CHILD RESTRAINT

Instructions for Installation & Use

Series No. 7300/E/2013

Series No. 7300/E/2013/i

Series No. 7300/F/2013

Series No. 7300/F/2013/i

If you have purchased an

ISOFIX compatible version

then ISOFIX compatible straps

are fitted the seat.

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instructions

REARWARD
FACING

Birth to 2-3
years (approx)

FORWARD
FACING

12 months to 4
years (approx)

CONVERTIBLE CAR SEAT

WITH OPTIONAL ISOFIX COMPATIBILITY

Suitable for Birth to 4 years (approx)

Summary of Contents for Safe N Sound Compaq MKII

Page 1: ...No 7300 E 2013 i Series No 7300 F 2013 Series No 7300 F 2013 i If you have purchased an ISOFIX compatible version then ISOFIX compatible straps are fitted the seat Scan for video instructions REARWAR...

Page 2: ...Instructions for Installation Use 2 SEATBELT QUICK SETUP REARWARD FACING SEE PAGE 28 35 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION 1 2 3 4 5 6...

Page 3: ...Instructions for Installation Use 3 SEATBELT QUICK SETUP REARWARD FACING SEE PAGE 28 35 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION 7 10 OR 9 8 8...

Page 4: ...Instructions for Installation Use 4 SEATBELT QUICK SETUP FORWARD FACING SEE PAGE 58 62 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION 3 4 5 6 1 2...

Page 5: ...Instructions for Installation Use 5 SEATBELT QUICK SETUP FORWARD FACING SEE PAGE 58 62 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION 7 8 11 10 OR 9 9...

Page 6: ...Instructions for Installation Use 6 ISOFLEX QUICK SETUP REARWARD FACING SEE PAGE 36 41 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION 2 3 4 5 6 7 1...

Page 7: ...Instructions for Installation Use 7 ISOFLEX QUICK SETUP REARWARD FACING SEE PAGE 36 41 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION 8 10 11 12 OR 9 9...

Page 8: ...Instructions for Installation Use 8 2 ISOFLEX QUICK SETUP FORWARD FACING SEE PAGE 63 66 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION 3 4 5 6 7 1...

Page 9: ...Instructions for Installation Use 9 ISOFLEX QUICK SETUP FORWARD FACING SEE PAGE 63 66 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION 8 9 11 OR 10 10...

Page 10: ...ght marker approximately 4 years of age Continue to use this child restraint until the child reaches this limit Do not use forward facing until child s shoulders are above the lower shoulder height ma...

Page 11: ...sta que sus hombros alcancen el marcador de altura superior del sistema de seguridad Magagamit lamang sa isang nakaharap sa likod na posisyon hanggang sa maabot ng balikat ng sanggol ang alinman sa ib...

Page 12: ...Continuare a utilizzare questo sistema di ritenuta del bambino fino a quando raggiunge questo limite Non utilizzare nel senso di marcio fino a quando le spalle del bambino superano il marcatore di alt...

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Page 14: ...be used with a lap sash or lap only seatbelt or ISOFIX low anchorages if fitted in the back of most cars with forward facing seats Regional Road Rules may prohibit the use of this restraint in the fro...

Page 15: ...TALL USING SEATBELT HOW TO INSTALL USING ISOFLEX CONNECTORS HOW TO USE HOW TO REMOVE SPECIAL FEATURES FORWARD FACING SUITABLE FOR USE HOW TO SETUP HOW TO INSTALL USING SEATBELT HOW TO INSTALL USING IS...

Page 16: ...chemicals Destroy the restraint if it has been in a severe crash even if no damage is visible See page 94 DO NOT USE THIS RESTRAINT WITHOUT THE COVER Always secure the loose end of the top tether str...

Page 17: ...dition If faulty cease using and seek repair by Britax IF AN AIRBAG IS FITTED IN THE SEATING POSITION WHERE THE CHILD RESTRAINT IS TO BE FITTED FOLLOW THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIO...

Page 18: ...Remain rear facing until the middle shoulder height marker is reached or Change the mode to forward facing until the upper shoulder height marker is reached approx 2 to 3 years USE IN FORWARD FACING M...

Page 19: ...houlder Height Marker B Older baby Rearward Facing Child Use Forward Facing Move to the next form of child restraint when the child s shoulders reach the upper shoulder height marker Turn to forward f...

Page 20: ...commends to maintain rearward facing for as long as possible until the shoulders reach marker B The child restraint is unsuitable for the occupant when the shoulders are above the upper height marker...

Page 21: ...6 to 8 years of age Or you can use a dedicated booster seat with vehicle lap sash seatbelt or seatbelt and compatible child harness until 6 to 8 years of age eg Safe n Sound Hi Liner or until 8 to 10...

Page 22: ...he seating position Determine if the vehicle ISOFIX Low Anchorages or Seatbelt will be used to secure the restraint installation The ISOFLEX connectors will need to be deployed from their storage loca...

Page 23: ...elease Buckle Red button 8 Stabilising Bar for Rearward Facing mode 9 Harness Adjustment Strap 10 Headrest Adjuster Latch 11 EZ Buckle System 12 Harness Tongue Holders where fitted 13 Shoulder Height...

Page 24: ...nly 25 Top Tether Storage Pocket 26 Top Tether Adjuster 27 Top Tether Adjustment Strap 15 Adjustable Top Tether Strap 16 Attachment Clip 17 Vehicle s Anchor Fitting 18 Harness Adjustment Lever under t...

Page 25: ...Strap 30 ISOFLEX Strap Adjuster 31 ISOFLEX Connector Release Button 32 ISOFLEX Connector ISOFIX COMPATIBLE VERSION 33 Vehicle s ISOFIX low anchorage 34 ISOFLEX storage location 35 Tension Indicator Gr...

Page 26: ...NG MODE WITHOUT STABILISING BAR FULLY EXTENDED Do not use the restraint without the top tether strap correctly attached DO NOT USE A REAR FACING CHILD RESTRAINT WHERE AN AIRBAG IS FITTED IN FRONT OF T...

Page 27: ...il the handle locks into position Ensure recline foot locks into position The restraint is normally packaged in the fully upright forward facing mode if you need to use it rearward facing you must fir...

Page 28: ...t the end of the seat to access the stabilising bar pull out stabilising bar and then gently push bar forward until you hear a click Stabilising bar is now latched in place Refit the cover Then push b...

Page 29: ...the car where a child restraint anchor fitting is installed B Undo the buckle and place buckle tongues in the Harness Tongue Holders on each side of the cover Harness Tongue Holders C Remove padded in...

Page 30: ...here E Engage seatbelt buckle and tongue Push down on the seat by hand whilst pulling the sash belt firmly to tighten the seatbelt This will make the lap belt very tight across the restraint Whilst h...

Page 31: ...d insert if the child s shoulders reach the lower shoulder height marker or the child no longer fits the insert See page 43 for advice on positioning the shoulder straps PADDED INSERT Your restraint w...

Page 32: ...ng adjustment strap 3 After the baby is fitted in to the harness remove all slack in the top tether strap and roll up excess strap and place in the pocket provided Do not tighten the top tether strap...

Page 33: ...acing mode FITTING SUMMARY Pull to remove some slack do not over tighten when finally adjusted with the baby Hook Attachment Clip to the car s anchor fitting DO NOT USE RESTRAINT IN REARWARD FACING MO...

Page 34: ...hould be behind the front of the vehicle seat Attachment Clip IMPORTANT If using an Extension Strap positioning the attachment clip above the child may lead to injury in an accident therefore make sur...

Page 35: ...underside of the base Packing can be a firmly rolled up towel If the car s seat is flat then some packing may be required at the front edge of the base to achieve the recline angle Do not remove all o...

Page 36: ...e stabilising bar as described on page 27 and 28 B Locate the ISOFIX Low Anchorages in the vehicle rear seat The location may be identified by one of the following symbols or the anchorage bars may be...

Page 37: ...FLEX connectors from storage on the rear of the restraint by the connector as shown D Recline instructions are shown on page 27 E Press and hold the ISOFLEX adjuster release button and pull the connec...

Page 38: ...to compress the side of the seat into the vehicle seat Whilst pushing into the seat pull on adjuster strap to remove all slack and tighten the ISOFLEX strap Repeat for the adjuster strap on the other...

Page 39: ...CHILD RESTRAINT IS USED IN A VEHICLE ALWAYS ATTACH THE HOOK AND REMOVE THE SLACK Attachment Clip Car s upper anchorage point Do not use this slot for rearward facing installation A single twist is re...

Page 40: ...using either the seatbelt or the ISOFLEX connectors Always secure the loose end of the top tether strap to prevent it hanging out of the car or being accessible by the child THIS RESTRAINT IS NOT SUI...

Page 41: ...o upright for comfort the angle may be altered by placing a firm packing between the seat and the underside of the base Packing can be a firmly rolled up towel Do not remove all of the rearward slope...

Page 42: ...facing mode the headrest must be in the position where the top of the shoulder strap slots are nearest to the child s shoulders but not lower than the child s shoulders Instructions for adjusting the...

Page 43: ...mode 3 Discontinue the use of the padded insert if there is insufficient room for the child or shoulders have reached the lower shoulder height marker When positioning baby into the restraint make sur...

Page 44: ...pwards to check it is locked in position C This method can be used when the child restraint is installed in the vehicle in rearward facing position Small adjustments may be possible with the child sti...

Page 45: ...by using this method A Loosen the harness straps before adjusting the headrest B Pull the top of the padded insert forward to expose the PUSH label at the centre of the headrest C Place finger on the...

Page 46: ...rrier E Place baby into child restraint lying on its back so that the buckle is between the baby s legs Ensure that baby s arms and legs are free Make sure baby is dressed to allow the Harness Buckle...

Page 47: ...buckle tongues are fully engaged when both tongues are inserted and a click is heard Click Tongue Buckle G Ensure slack is removed from harness lap strap by pulling shoulder straps then pull harness a...

Page 48: ...e use when Baby Padded insert is a tight fit creates discomfort for larger children or the child s shoulder reach the lower shoulder height marker IMPORTANT Make sure that nothing is obstructing harne...

Page 49: ...o slacken Allow top tether straps to fall to the sides for easy access to child B Push and hold the harness adjustment button while pulling both shoulder harness straps to fully slacken the harness C...

Page 50: ...or slightly lifting the restraint to release the tension C Disengage the attachment clip from upper anchorage fitting The child restraint is now disconnected Fully press Adjuster Button A while pulli...

Page 51: ...to its storage pin Remove slack but do not tighten The storage pin may be damaged if the strap is tightened D Remove the excess tether strap from pocket and fully press top tether adjuster button A wh...

Page 52: ...ed on the cover E To store the stabilising bar lift the front flap at the end of the seat this uncovers the stabilising bar storage recess F Press the blue button on left side facing seat and gently p...

Page 53: ...ss Adjustment Strap 9 Harness Adjustment Lever under trim flap 10 Harness Tongue Holders 11 Shoulder Height Markers may be hidden behind headrest 12 Padded Cover for child s comfort may vary in style...

Page 54: ...pplied 16 Recline Foot Shown in Forward Facing Mode 17 Vehicle s Seatbelt 18 Recline Position Indicator 19 Upper Lock off if supplied 20 Top Tether pocket 21 Car s Upper Anchorage fitting 22 Attachmen...

Page 55: ...ISOFLEX CONNECTORS IF FITTED 25 ISOFLEX Connector Release Button 26 ISOFLEX Connector 27 ISOFLEX Strap Adjuster 28 ISOFLEX Strap Adjuster Button 29 ISOFLEX Strap 30 Tension Indicator Green when activ...

Page 56: ...Rules may prohibit the use of this restraint in the front seat of the vehicle until the child is 4 years of age Check your Regional Road Rules for exemptions DO NOT USE RESTRAINT IN FORWARD FACING MO...

Page 57: ...lock Rotate the foot fully downwards then release the handle to lock the foot in the fully upright position The label on the side of the restraint identifies the forward facing and reclined positions...

Page 58: ...facing you must first fully recline the restraint and then convert the restraint to rearward facing mode as shown below If upper anchorage strap is folded up for storage undo storage strap then length...

Page 59: ...r back and down into the recessed area E Re attach the cover at the end of the seat Rotate forward Then push inwards Button under trim DO NOT USE RESTRAINT IN FORWARD FACING POSITION WITH THE STABILIS...

Page 60: ...llow ensuring that the seatbelt is behind the harness straps Ensure the lap part of the seatbelt is below the hooks as shown in Fig D C Engage the vehicle seatbelt buckle and tongue Remove all slack f...

Page 61: ...E THE TOP TETHER STRAP MAY FALL INTO A SPLIT IN THE SEAT BACK OR OFF THE SIDE OF THE SEAT Always ensure that the car seatbelt is firmly restraining the restraint on the vehicle seat ALWAYS ATTACH TOP...

Page 62: ...NOT SUITABLE FOR USE WHERE THE TOP TETHER STRAP MAY FALL INTO A SPLIT IN THE SEAT BACK OR OFF THE SIDE OF THE SEAT Car s Upper Anchorage Fitting Pull to remove slack then store the strap in the pocket...

Page 63: ...y to remove or open a trim covering the ISOFIX low anchorages A Locate the ISOFIX Low Anchorages in the vehicle rear seat The location may be identified by one of the following symbols or the anchorag...

Page 64: ...justing strap to remove most of the slack on each side but do not tighten F Push downwards on the armrests of the child seat to compress the side of the seat into the vehicle seat Whilst pushing pull...

Page 65: ...INT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE WHERE THE TOP TETHER STRAP MAY FALL INTO A SPLIT IN THE SEAT BACK OR OFF THE SIDE OF THE SEAT Always ensure that the car seatbelt is firmly restraining the restraint on the...

Page 66: ...ORWARD FACING Attachment Clip Car s upper anchorage point DO NOT USE RESTRAINT IN REARWARD FACING MODE WITHOUT STABILISING BAR FULLY EXTENDED THE TOP TETHER STRAP MUST ALWAYS BE FITTED WHEN THE CHILD...

Page 67: ...lly adjusts the harness shoulder strap position If the headrest has side wings they should be just above the child s shoulders If there are no side wings the shoulder straps must be in the slots which...

Page 68: ...headrest pull on the latch at the back of the restraint and move up or down to position the bottom of the headrest to be just above the child s shoulders Release the latch to lock the headrest in posi...

Page 69: ...height can be adjusted without removing the seatbelt from the restraint by using this method A Loosen the harness straps before adjusting the headrest B Place finger on the PUSH button press in towar...

Page 70: ...uckle towards the harness adjuster for easier fitment next time you put the infant in the carrier B Place child in the restraint and feed each arm through the shoulder straps Pull harness buckle up be...

Page 71: ...result in serious injury in an accident Do not use the restraint if straps do not tighten Contact your local authorised service agent for repair Store instruction manual in pocket provided and tuck po...

Page 72: ...seatbelt buckle from any lock off devices on both sides of the restraint E Disengage seatbelt from the restraint belt paths Allow seatbelt to feed back into seatbelt retractor Roll up excess strap and...

Page 73: ...e pin Remove slack but do not tighten The storage pin may be damaged if the strap is tightened D Remove the excess tether strap from pocket and fully press top tether adjuster button A while pulling t...

Page 74: ...t be acceptable for use in cars B The user may need to consult the country s local authorities car hire companies car insurance companies etc for advice IMPORTANT When the tether hook is stored on the...

Page 75: ...en seatbelt Thread the seatbelt into BELT PATH FORWARD FACING seatbelt path marker lower yellow marker as shown ensuring that the seatbelt is behind the harness straps and below the hook as shown on e...

Page 76: ...Instructions for Installation Use 76 HOW TO INSTALL IN AN AIRCRAFT AIRCRAFT USE Aircraft label is located on the back of the restraint and demonstrates suitability for use on an aircraft...

Page 77: ...all webbing metal and plastic parts of your child s restraint using a damp cloth Do not use chemicals or cleaning agents Do not try and place any hardware into a washing machine STRAPS HARNESS We only...

Page 78: ...the harness buckle is clean by engaging the harness tongues and buckle several times until you hear a click C If you still cannot hear a strong audible click then repeat the cleaning process several...

Page 79: ...designed to protect your child when seated in the restraint Care should be taken if children either eat or drink while in the restraint as some food or drink products may cause damage or marking to th...

Page 80: ...headrest cover Lift over and away from headrest without side wings To Remove Alternative headrest cover with soft wings Remove headrest cover by unclipping the press studs next to shoulder harness Unc...

Page 81: ...tom of the restraint located under the front of the restraint Unhook elastic loop at the back of the restraint To remove headrest cover from adjustable headrest with side wings Remove headrest cover b...

Page 82: ...er over the top of the restraint first then the sides then stretch the cover around the rim of the restraint Attach the elastic loops at the top of the cover located at the back of the restraint and t...

Page 83: ...ss straps and re attach the press studs Hook elastic loop to the headrest without side wings hardware Press Studs Hook elastic loop headrest without side wings hardware Alternative headrest cover with...

Page 84: ...adrest place elastic loops behind headrest and clip press studs together next to shoulder harness Refit the padded insert if fitted or other accessories if required If the headrest has moved reset the...

Page 85: ...ZS 8005 TO REPLACE SHOULDER STRAPS If the harness straps have been removed from the metal strap connector A Refit the harness strap by feeding through the previous shoulder strap slots in the headrest...

Page 86: ...of purchase If not a variety of Britax Safe n Sound accessories are available from various retailers of Britax Safe n Sound products SHOULDER PADS IF FITTED Shoulder pads are designed to provide extra...

Page 87: ...ugly support your baby If supplied the full padded insert is suitable for small to medium baby The insert can be used with the headrest in the lower three positions When adjusting to the fourth lowest...

Page 88: ...it must be used to protect the car upholstery Place pocket on edge of seat smooth back toward seat join A and fit in any excess Messy Mat into the join of the car seat A CAUTION The Messy Mat pocket i...

Page 89: ...ALLATION NOTE In some vehicles the upper anchorage point in the rear vertical panel can only be installed in one way Please refer to vehicle owner s handbook or a child restraint fitting station for c...

Page 90: ...ded areas of this diagram illustrate the possible locations of the upper anchorage point car anchor fitting Within each shaded area is an upper anchorage point showing the correct way to install the f...

Page 91: ...hment bolt as shown in Fig 2 It is recommended that this installation be carried out by a child restraint fitting station or licenced motor mechanic For vehicles other than Sedans In Australia consult...

Page 92: ...ILL THROUGH FUEL LINES FUEL TANKS ELECTRICAL WIRING OR RADIO SPEAKERS WEBBING STRAPS MUST BE PROTECTED FROM SHARP CORNERS AND EDGES THE ANCHOR FITTING MUST BE USED ONLY AS DESCRIBED ABOVE IT MUST NOT...

Page 93: ...children and driver Keep the car well ventilated to reduce heat stress Car windows should be kept open to maintain a good flow of fresh air Never leave babies or toddlers in a stationary car because...

Page 94: ...evere crash even if no damage is obvious The joint Australian New Zealand Standards committee CS 85 advise that this statement applies whether a child was in the child restraint or not A severe crash...

Page 95: ...ere crash is taken out of the market There is no method of determining if the restraint has been damaged in a severe crash so the restraint should be destroyed as the crash may reduce the child restra...

Page 96: ...f Britax Childcare Pty Ltd Australia The Britax trademarks is the property of Britax Childcare Holdings LTD UK We reserve the right to alter this product without notice 1995 2015 Britax Childcare Pty...

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