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KELTY’S LIFETIME WARRANTY

Kelty takes pride in its workmanship and commits to manufacture the best
possible products.

We warranty all Kelty products against defects in materials or workmanship
to the original buyer for the lifetime of the product. Since no Kelty product is
indestructible, the warranty does not cover defects attributable to or resulting
from normal wear and tear, natural hazard damage, abuse, alteration, or UV
damage. Service under this warranty is available to the original purchaser by
returning the product to any authorized Kelty K.I.D.S. dealer, with proof of
purchase, or to our Customer Service Department (return authorization
required) by calling 1-800-423-2320.

If, after inspection, Kelty determines a defect exists in the material or 
workmanship of the product (not caused by normal wear and tear), we will
repair or replace it, at Kelty’s discretion, free of charge, without delay. This
warranty gives you, the original purchaser, specific legal rights. Your rights
may vary from state to state.

If you have any questions please call Kelty’s Customer Service Department
at 1-800-423-2320.

6235 Lookout Road, Boulder Colorado 80301

phone 800.423.2320 • fax 800.504.2745 • www.kelty.com 

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PUTTING THE CARRIER ON &

TAKING THE CARRIER OFF

WARNING

Before putting carrier on, make sure the cockpit has been adjusted correctly
and that both shoulder straps in the child’s cockpit are properly fastened 
to the five-point safety harness. Be sure the child is secure and positioned
correctly.
Before putting the carrier on or taking it off, look around you to be sure
there is no obstacle nearby that the child could strike or the carrier could
catch on. Take care not to shake or jar the child unnecessarily. Lift and lower
the carrier gently.

PUTTING THE CARRIER ON

Make sure the 

adult

backpack shoulder straps are loose and the waist belt is

unbuckled (and sternum strap is unbuckled on the Base Camp model).

A.

With feet approximately shoulder-width apart and knees bent, grasp both 
handles (located at the front and rear of the cockpit) firmly and lift the 
carrier to your knee, resting the front of the lower frame on your thigh.  

B.

While still grasping the front handle with one hand, slip your other arm

under and through the shoulder strap. Lift the carrier off your knee and onto 
your shoulder.

C.

Carefully release the front handle and slip carrier onto the other shoulder.

D.

Buckle waist belt and tighten.

E.

Tighten shoulder straps (and buckle sternum strap on Base Camp model).

TAKING THE CARRIER OFF
A.

Loosen shoulder straps; make sure kickstand releases and moves to the 
outward position.

B.

Unbuckle waist belt (and sternum strap on the Base Camp model).

C. 

With feet approximately shoulder-width apart and knees bent, remove one 

arm from shoulder strap and grasp front handle (behind head).

D.

While still grasping handle, rotate your body toward the carrier, allowing 
the front of the lower frame to rest on your thigh.

E.

Remove other arm from shoulder strap and grasp rear handle.

F.

Carefully lower carrier to the 

ground

.

Summary of Contents for RIDGELINE

Page 1: ... too tight harness may allow your child to be injured Take care that the carrier does not tip over when you are putting the child in or removing the child Never place carrier on elevated surfaces such as benches tables or countertops Never place it on a soft surface like a bed or sofa WARNING Improper use of this carrier could cause injury to your child or yourself Before use please read all instr...

Page 2: ...y an out of position child Never use carrier while skating biking or engaging in any activity where your balance might be compromised Do not use carrier as a car seat child seat or high chair It is not built to conform to these purposes Never place more than one child in the carrier If your child has special needs please consult with a physician before using KELTY carriers may not be appropriate f...

Page 3: ...em up or down to the desired location Fig 2 Release the adjustment cord Make sure adjustment system is properly engaged by pushing up and down on the shoulder pad E When fitting is complete remove carrier Figure 2 CLOSE UP OF UPPER ADULT SUSPENSION A The torso length on your carrier can be adjusted using the pull cord Suspension Track Torso Adjustment system as shown in Figure 2 Figure 2 B CLOSE U...

Page 4: ...ellow 5 Point Harness Fig 4 A D E TIPS 7 CARRIER ADJUSTMENT CHILD S COCKPIT ADJUSTMENT Before starting make sure the yellow 5 Point Harness is completely buckled and the leg straps Fig 3 A located on the back of the cockpit are fully loosened A Place carrier on the floor or ground Stand behind the carrier with your foot on the bottom of the frame to stabilize the carrier Locate the Quick Release w...

Page 5: ...t size to be adjusted as your child grows To adjust the cockpit size loosen the tension straps see tension strap instructions on page 5 Unsnap the cockpit adjustment strap cover on the side of the cockpit and tighten or loosen the cockpit adjustment strap Fig 5 A to obtain the desired cockpit size Fasten the cockpit adjustment strap cover and re tighten the tension straps Repeat for opposite side ...

Page 6: ... to the five point safety harness Be sure the child is secure and positioned correctly Before putting the carrier on or taking it off look around you to be sure there is no obstacle nearby that the child could strike or the carrier could catch on Take care not to shake or jar the child unnecessarily Lift and lower the carrier gently PUTTING THE CARRIER ON Make sure the adult backpack shoulder stra...

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