1.
To adjust the
Conversion Flaps
for the Expanded Seat
position, attach the button hole over the
Conversion
Toggle
on the
Waist Belt
.
2.
Place your arms through the straps like you are putting
on a jacket. The carrier should be hanging down behind
you, with the
Side Closure Buckles, Head Support
Buckles,
and
Leg Straps
open.
3.
Fasten the
Chest/Back Buckle
. Pull the strap to tighten.
NOTE: The height of the
Back/Chest Strap
can be adjusted by sliding
the
Back/ Chest Strap
to the desired height. The strap should lay in a
comfortable position on your chest.
4.
Fasten the
Waist Belt Buckle
around your waist and
pull the webbing to tighten.
*NOTE: Persons with longer torsos may find a higher belt position more
comfortable (closer to the navel); shorter people may wish to wear the
belt more on the hips.
* IMPORTANT! ALWAYS ensure that the
Waist Belt
fits securely against
your body at all times without creating a gap.
5.
Once the
Waist Belt
is properly fitted, lean forward
slightly and have your partner lift baby up and place
them on your back. Their legs should wrap around
your waist.
*NOTE: It is helpful to lean forward slightly to help keep the child in a
high position on your back.
* Either you or your partner should be supporting baby securely
throughout the process of putting baby in the carrier, until all the buckles
and straps are properly fastened and adjusted.
18.
CORRECT
INCORRECT
17.
Removing Baby from the Carrier: Facing-Out Position
* NEVER unbuckle the
Waist Belt
while your baby is in the carrier.
* IMPORTANT! Make sure one arm is securely supporting baby throughout the process of removing baby from the
carrier.
* ALWAYS support baby’s head in an upright position throughout the process of removing baby from the carrier.
* Be aware of your surroundings. Avoid any potential hazards or obstructions when removing baby from the carrier.
1.
Keeping one hand securely on the baby, release the two
Head Support Buckles
.
2.
Still keeping one hand on your baby, release the
Side Closure Buckle
on one side.
Put one hand on your baby inside the carrier, holding him/her to your chest.
3.
Release
Side Closure Buckle
on the other side of the carrier. With both hands, lift
your baby and place him/her in a safe location.
4.
You can now remove the carrier from your body.
4
Carrier Use for an Older Baby: Back Carry
Position with Expanded Seat - Assisted
*IMPORTANT! The baby MUST be able to fully sit up on his or her own before being worn in the
Back Carry Position.
*STOP! First time users, DO NOT attempt to use the carrier in the Back Carry Position with-
out the assistance of a second adult. We highly recommend always using the assistance of a
second adult.
* When using this carrier in the Back Carry Position, you should fit it to the user before placing
the baby in the carrier.
* Either you or your partner should be supporting baby securely throughout the process of putting baby in the carrier,
until all the buckles and straps are properly fastened and adjusted.
* Take extra care when fastening buckles. You will hear a ‘click’ when properly secured.
*Your baby should always be comfortable. If your baby is fussy it could be an indication that he or she is not properly
positioned. If this occurs, take your baby out immediately and adjust.
*NOTE: The carrier parts in
bold
can be found on the carrier Illustrations.
