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 E-1

 Rear-Facing Installation with Base

LATCH Belt

Lap Belt

Lap/Shoulder Belt

E. Installing Rear-Facing

Never place a child rear-facing 
in a seating position with an 
active frontal airbag. This can 
result in serious injury or death.

This child restraint must always face 
the rear of the vehicle when installed.

 E-2

 Preparing to Install Base 

         with LATCH

Remove LATCH 
from Storage

To use LATCH, unhook 
LATCH  connectors 
from base by pressing 
the red release button 
on each connector.

1.

 

Thread the LATCH belt 
through belt path as 
shown.  

NOTE:

 Adjuster

 MUST 

be on the left side of 
child restraint as shown. 
Do Not twist belt.

2.

 

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Summary of Contents for Mico AP

Page 1: ......

Page 2: ...C 8 Removing Harness System C 9 Removing Pad for Cleaning C 10 Installing Canopy C 11 Installing Harness System C 12 Accessories on select models 2 E 1 Rear Facing Installation with Base E 2 Preparing to Install Base with LATCH E 3 Installing Base with LATCH E 4 Installing Base with Vehicle Belts E 5 Rear Facing Installation without Base E 6 Installing Child Restraint with Vehicle Belts E 7 Using ...

Page 3: ...lations Department at A 1 Thank You Maxi Cosi Website http www maxi cosi com Fax 1 800 207 8182 Mailing Address Dorel Juvenile Group Inc P O Box 2609 Columbus IN 47202 2609 Telephone 1 800 951 4113 8 A M to 6 P M EST M TH 8 A M to 4 30 P M EST FRI 3 4 A 2 Registration and Safety Notices Please complete the postage paid registration card that came with your child restraint and send it to us Child r...

Page 4: ...elease Lever under flap F Harness Tightening Strap G Removable Base H Instruction Manual Storage under the pad F D G B C B A I I Handle Adjustment Button J Base Release Handle K Base Adjustment Handle L Shell J K L Harness System Detail M Infant Head Insert N Harness Covers L Chest Clip M Harness Straps N Buckle Tongue O Buckle P Buckle Cover Q Buckle Strap R Buckle Strap Slots Back View H ...

Page 5: ...estraint C D E F A Base Release Handle B Harness Slots C Harness Straps D Splitter Plate E Harness Tightening Strap F Buckle s Metal Retainer Top of Base H I G G Base Belt Path Openings H Locking Bars I Base Adjustment Handle J LATCH Storage J J ...

Page 6: ...fore each use Use only if the belt is tightened properly and securely B Safety Information This child restraint should be securely belted in the vehicle even when not in use In a crash or sudden stop an unsecured child restraint could injure occupants Do not use a child restraint that has been in a crash You must get a new child restraint B 3 Child Restraint Use This child restraint must only be u...

Page 7: ...Use C 1 Remove and Install the Child Restraint to Base To Remove Child Restraint from Base From the back of the child restraint slide the base release handle up the back of the child restraint and lift the restraint out of the base To Attach Child Restraint to Base Align the slots on the side of child restraint with the locking bars in the base Push down firmly on the carrying handle and the front...

Page 8: ...ked position When carrying handle must be upright NOTE The carrying handle can be in any position when installed in the vehicle C 2 Reclining the Base To Adjust the Base From the back of the base pull out on the base recline handle and either lift or lower front of base The base has multiple recline positions C Basic Use C 3 Carrier Use DO NOT use in the seating area or across the top of shopping ...

Page 9: ...Hazard Child s movement can slide carrier NEVER place carrier near edges of counter tops tables or other elevated surfaces Do not use the carrier if it is damaged or broken or if any parts are missing C 4 Child Restraint Use This child restraint is to be used rear facing with children weighing 5 22 lbs 2 3 10 kg AND 19 29 inches tall 48 74 cm NOTE If your child does not meet the criteria for the R...

Page 10: ...1 Loosen Harness Push down on the harness release lever under flap on the front of child restraint while pulling out on both harness straps 2 Release Chest Clip Press on chest clip release button and pull apart 3 Unbuckle Harness Press red button Pull buckle tongues out Place harness straps over sides of child restraint 4 Place Child in Child Restraint Place the child s bottom and back flat agains...

Page 11: ...s child restraint To Change Harness Location With harness system loose from the back remove harness from the splitter plate 7 From the front of child restraint pull harness straps out a C Basic Use Rethread harness into new harness slot location Make sure harness straps do not twist b From the back of the child restraint refasten the harness straps to the splitter plate NOTE Make sure the harness ...

Page 12: ...le buckle positions will be most comfortable and provide a snug fit for your child 8 To Change Buckle Position Remove child From under the seat insert buckle s metal retainer up through the child restraint and pad a Choose new location and push the metal retainer through pad and child restraint Make sure the buckle is facing out b Failure to reinstall the harness system correctly can result in ser...

Page 13: ... infant warm buckle your infant in the child restraint and place a blanket around the infant or place the infant s coat on backwards after buckling in Failure to follow these steps can result in serious injury or death Buckle Push each buckle plate into buckle until you hear a click Remember to always pull up on harness straps to make sure buckle is locked tightly 2 Close Chest Clip Insert right h...

Page 14: ...p tighten more If your fingers slip off the harness is tight enough 5 Position Chest Clip The chest clip must be placed at mid chest even with armpits and away from the child s neck 7 Failure to fasten and tighten the harness system correctly and snugly can result in serious injury or death C Basic Use Attach Harness Adjustment Strap End to Shell Pull up the pad at the front of the shell The end o...

Page 15: ...s Move harness away from child and remove child 3 Remove Harness Straps from Splitter Plate Fully loosen harness straps Locate splitter plate on the back of the child restraint and unfasten the harness straps 1 Remove Harness Straps Pull harness through the slots from the front 1 Unthread harness from the chest clip 2 Unthread harness from the buckle tongues 3 The harness straps do not need to be ...

Page 16: ...ean and air dry Spot clean the harness straps Do not use bleach or use other harsh cleaners Do not dry clean or machine wash Do not use child restraint without the pad Replace child restraint pad by reversing order Starting from top of the child restraint slip pad on plastic shell insert buckle and pull harness tightening strap through pad Slip pad over front of the plastic shell Attach pad to the...

Page 17: ...ach canopy post 3 C 11 Installing Harness System C Basic Use From the front make harness ends even with each other Thread harness straps through each buckle tongue from the back to the front 1 thread through chest clip 2 and push harness ends through slots in the seat back 3 Do not twist the harness 1 1 2 3 From the back of the child restraint attach the harness straps to the splitter plate NOTE M...

Page 18: ...to fit correctly you may have to fit the upper ends of the covers through the harness slots To remove unthread harness from splitter plate see Preparing Child Restraint to Fit Your Child section Slide covers off and reattach harness Your vehicle s features may be considerably different than those pictured here Consult your vehicle owner s manual to help identify your vehicle s specific features an...

Page 19: ...n be used safely with this child restraint If you are not sure where to place the child restraint in your vehicle consult your vehicle owner s manual or contact Dorel Juvenile Group Consumer Relations Dept Never place a child rear facing in a seating position with an active frontal airbag This can result in serious injury or death Safety Tip Children are safer when properly restrained in rear seat...

Page 20: ...all Vehicle Belts If LATCH is not an option you must use the vehicle seat belt system to install the child restraint There are some vehicle belts that will not work with a child restraint or will require special attention See next page and check your vehicle s owner s manual for specific instructions D 3 Choosing LATCH or Vehicle Belts LATCH Anchor Bars D General Vehicle Installation Do not use bo...

Page 21: ... only lock in a sudden stop or crash and do not properly secure a child restraint alone Consult your vehicle owner s manual To learn if you have this type of vehicle belt gently pull the vehicle belt all the way out of the retractor spool let it return several inches then pull on it again If it moves freely it is an ELR vehicle belt If it is locked and will not allow any more vehicle belt to come ...

Page 22: ...e a locking clip ex cept for in some older vehicles Built in child restraint locking systems have been required in vehicles since 1996 and many vehicles had these features even earlier Check your ve hicle owner s manual to learn how to use the systems in your vehicle If you need a locking clip please go back to the store where you purchased this child restraint and purchase one or call us at 1 800...

Page 23: ...uckle NOTE If the latch plate ends up just at the belt path opening so you Position Locking Clip Position locking clip about 1 in 2 5 cm from vehicle belt s latch plate Rebuckle vehicle belt 5 Attach Locking Clip Thread both portions of the vehicle belt onto the locking clip as close to the latch plate as possible 4 6 Check Vehicle Belt Tightness Grasp the base at the vehicle belt path with one ha...

Page 24: ...s certified for aircraft use Use only on forward facing aircraft seats Follow instructions for vehicle installation Contact the airline for their specific policies D 6 Installing on Aircraft D 7 Storing LATCH System D General Vehicle Installation Failure to securely store the LATCH system can result in serious injury or death Store LATCH By Connecting the LATCH Connectors to Side of Base as Shown ...

Page 25: ...rious injury or death This child restraint must always face the rear of the vehicle when installed E 2 Preparing to Install Base with LATCH Remove LATCH from Storage To use LATCH unhook LATCH connectors from base by pressing the red release button on each connector 1 Thread the LATCH belt through belt path as shown NOTE Adjuster MUST be on the left side of child restraint as shown Do Not twist bel...

Page 26: ...ulder belt Check LATCH belt before each use Use only if the belt can be tightened properly and securely Failure to follow these warnings can result in serious injury or death Tighten LATCH Belt Push down firmly on the base and pull up on the free end of belt to tighten 3 NOTE Make sure arrows on connectors are facing up Connect LATCH to Vehicle LATCH Anchor Fasten one LATCH belt connector to the a...

Page 27: ...e Align the slots on the side of child restraint with the locking bars in the base Push down firmly on the carrying Check for Proper Recline Make sure level line on side of child restraint is level with the ground Adjust base if needed see section C 2 You may need to place a large rolled towel s or foam pool noodle s under the front of the base to achieve correct recline angle Check 6 E Installing...

Page 28: ...base in the chosen seating position 2 Thread Vehicle Belt Thread the vehicle lap or lap shoulder belt combination through belt path as shown With an ALR belt pull the belt all the way out before threading the base 3 NOTE Review section D 4 to help determine what kind of vehicle seat belts you have Review your vehicle s owner manual for vehicle seat belt use E Installing Rear Facing Tighten Vehicle...

Page 29: ...e base 6 Attach Child Restraint to Base With child secured in child restraint attach to base Align the slots on the side of child restraint with the locking bars in the base Push down firmly on the carrying Check for Proper Recline Make sure level line on side of child restraint is level with the ground Adjust base if needed see section C 2 You may need to place a large rolled towel s or foam pool...

Page 30: ...This can result in serious injury or death This child restraint must always face the rear of the vehicle when the child is between 5 22 lbs 2 3 10 kg and is less than one year old Do not use the LATCH system along with the vehicle lap or lap shoulder belt Store LATCH belts when using the vehicle belts Check the vehicle belt before each use Use only if the belt is tightened properly and securely Fa...

Page 31: ...belt path as shown Buckle vehicle belt 2 Tighten Vehicle Belt Lay your forearm across child restraint at the belt path while pulling up on belt to tighten With an ALR belt pull the belt all the way out before tightening Feed the slack back into the retractor while tightening 3 E Installing Rear Facing Check for Proper Recline Make sure level line on side of child restraint is level with the ground...

Page 32: ...t to substitute if the part or model has been discontinued To make a claim under this warranty you may contact us at www djgusa com fax us at 1 800 207 8182 24 hours a day write to DJG Consumer Relations Department P O Box 2609 Columbus IN 47202 2609 or call 1 800 951 4113 from 8 00 a m to 6 00 p m EST Monday through Thursday and from 8 00 a m to 4 30 p m on Friday Proof of purchase is required an...

Page 33: ...lor code and manufacturer date code MUST be included on the form to ensure proper replacement parts Your model number with color code and the date code can be found on a sticker on the side of child restraint Payment in U S dollars must accompany your order Choose parts needed from the list on the next page Ship To Please Print Name _____________________________________ Address ___________________...

Page 34: ..._____ Shipping and Handling _________ Sales Tax ___________ Indiana California Arkansas and Massachusetts residents add applicable sales tax Grand Total ___________ No shipping and handling on instructions for quantities under 6 Add 50 for each instruction over 6 then add applicable shipping and handling Fill Out For Credit Card q Visa q Mastercard Card Exp Date _______________________ Cardholder ...

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