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Section 7 - Installation and Use

 

 

 

 

 

 

-Ensure vehicle is level.

-Place this restraint in a rear 

     seating position. 

     

To p Tether 

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7.1 - Forward Facing Installation with Seat Belt

and Top Tether

Summary of Contents for 630

Page 1: ... properly increases the risk of serious injury or death in a sudden stop or crash Do not install or use this Convertible Seat until you have read and understood the instructions in this manual DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur True Fit Convertible carseat Model 630 ...

Page 2: ...rstandable We apologize for beginning our instructions with so many warnings but they are very important for you to properly restrain your child Read and understand all of the instructions and warnings The safety of your child depends on it If you have any questions or need assistance please contact the highly trained First Years Staff at 1 888 899 2229 1 Section 1 Introduction Keep this instructi...

Page 3: ...on 11 Section 7 Installation and Use 7 1 Forward Facing w Auto Belt 7 2 Forward Facing w LATCH 7 3 Rear Facing w Auto Belt 7 4 Rear Facing with LATCH 7 5 Aircraft Use 7 6 Child Placement in Restraint 7 7 Selecting Harness Height 7 8 Shoulder Height Adjustment 7 9 Tether Storage 7 10 5 Pt Buckle 7 11 Chest Clip 7 12 Adjust HarnessTension 19 19 23 25 29 33 34 35 36 36 37 38 39 Section 3 Warnings 4 ...

Page 4: ... and Use 7 14 Seat Insert Use 7 15 Harness Length Adjustment 7 16 Recline Foot Adjustment 7 17 Upper Seatback Removal continued 40 41 42 43 Section 10 Care and Cleaning 51 Section 11 Replacement Parts 51 7 13 2 Position Crotch Buckle Adjustment 40 7 18 Upper Seatback Installation 44 7 19 Pad Removal 45 7 20 Installation Pictograms 47 ...

Page 5: ...rstand the instructions and labels and can demonstrate proper use to your satisfaction Use only car seat accessories manufactured by The First Years Accessories can affect your child s safety in a sudden stop or crash Section 3 Warnings WARNING DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur DO NOT modify or attach any toys padding or other items to this Convertible Seat Untested modifications or padding could ...

Page 6: ...ce replacing this convertible seat DO NOT use this Convertible Seat if it is damaged in any way or has missing parts Refer to section 5 for for True Fit parts STOP USING THIS Convertible Seat AND THROW IT AWAY after the date on the back of the seat WARNING DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur THROW IT AWAY in a dark trash bag Do Not sell to a thrift or consignment shops garage sales or at flea market...

Page 7: ...rer C630 True Fit Convertible Seat Rear Facing Use Requirements This child restraint without the upper seatback in a rear facing position is designed for use by children whose Weight is between 5 and 22 lbs 2 3 and 10 kg and Head is 1 inch below the top of the seat Child MUST meet BOTH of these requirements to use this Convertible Seat without the upper seatback installed 1 5 to 22 lbs Rear Facing...

Page 8: ...d restraint with the upper seatback installed in a rear facing position is designed for use by children whose Weight is between 5 and 35 lbs 2 3 and 15 88 kg and Head is 1 inch below the top of the seat Child MUST meet BOTH of these requirements to use this Convertible Seat 5 35 lbs 1 Rear Facing Use ...

Page 9: ...use by children whose Weight is between 23 and 65 lbs 10 43 and 29 kg and Height is 50 inches 127 cm or less Child MUST meet ALL of these requirements to use this Convertible Seat forward facing WARNING NEVER install the C630 True Fit in a forward facing position without the upper seat back installed Age is 1 year ll E l n Upper Seat Back 23 65 lbs Less than 50 Over 12 mos Forward Facing Use ...

Page 10: ...Section 5 Convertible Seat Parts Removable Upper Seat Back Head Bolster Harness Pads Chest clip Seat Lumbar Pad 5pt Buckle Harness Tension Adjuster Drink Holder Lower Anchor Connectors ...

Page 11: ...Section 5 Convertible Seat Parts Recline Foot Drink Holder Instructions Holder Upper Seat Back Release Harness Height Adjustment Release Removable Upper Seat Back Top Tether Lower Anchor Connectors ...

Page 12: ...n forward facing position NEVER use this restraint in a forward facing position with the removable upper seatback removed NEVER attach two LATCH lower anchors to the same LATCH attachment point NEVER use both the LATCH lower anchors and the vehicle s seat belts at the same time DO NOT place rear facing child seat on front seat with air bag DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY can occur The back seat is the saf...

Page 13: ...ffic Safety Administration NHTSA alerts vehicle owners that according to accident statistics children under age 13 are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions rather than in front seating positions 2 Refer to vehicle owner s manual for car seat installation instructions for your specific vehicle Use of Convertible Seats in a vehicle rear seat location LATCH anchor connector po...

Page 14: ...at Belt Systems Use only the vehicle s lap and shoulder belt lap belt or LATCH system when restraining this Convertible Seat Design and operation of vehicle seat belt systems vary from vehicle to vehicle and from seating location to seating location in the same vehicle Not all vehicle seat belts can be used with a child restraint Refer to the information in this section on the various types of veh...

Page 15: ...der Belt Passive Restraints Lap Or Shoulder Belt Mounted On Front Door NO NO DO NOT use this Convertible seat with the following vehicle seat belts 5 LATCH Lower Anchor Points Lower Anchor Point Locations Consult your automobile s owner s manual or manufacturer for location and availability of LATCH anchor points ...

Page 16: ... your vehicle is equipped with LATCH lower anchor attachment points the lower anchor attachment points may be visible at the seat crease If not the symbol below may be affixed near the seat crease to indicate the attachment points LATCH Lower Anchor symbol Top Tether Locations are indicated by the following symbols LATCH Top Tether symbol Consult your vehicle s owner s manual for your vehicle s ex...

Page 17: ...ation Ceiling mount Rear Package Shelf Pick up Truck Floor Mounts Vehicle With Reinforced Seats LATCH Top Tether Anchor Locations LATCH Lower Anchor Attachment Points This child restraint is equipped with lower anchor and top tether connectors ...

Page 18: ...pTether Maximum Child Weight for LATCH Lower Anchor 48lbs 21kg Top Tether 48lbs 21kg Use the vehicle s seat belt for children weighing more than 48 lbs 21kg or refer to your automobile s owner s manual for the maximum weight allowances for LATCH installation LATCH ...

Page 19: ...2229 to obtain instructions NEVER leave child unattended under any circumstance WARNING DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur Use only in a rear facing position when using restraint with an infant weighing less than 22 Pounds 9kg Use only with children who weigh between 5 and 65 pounds 2 3 and 29 kg and whose height is 50 inches 127 cm or less Rear Facing 5 22 pounds with the removable upper seatback ...

Page 20: ...Section 7 Installation and Use Ensure vehicle is level Place this restraint in a rear seating position TopTether 7 1 Forward Facing Installation with Seat Belt and Top Tether ...

Page 21: ...rward facing lock off Route auto belt through forward facing belt path Put weight in seat with hand to compress the automobile seat cushion With weight still in seat insert the buckle tongue into the buckle and adjust seat belt as tight as possible Pull up on buckle tongue to ensure the buckle is secure Raise forward lockoff over the seat belt ...

Page 22: ...nated achor point Pull Top Tether strap until webbing strap is snug Your automobile s owner s manual will give the anchor locations and maximum weight of the restraint s occupant for LATCH connections Check for movement of the restraint at the safety belt path The restraint should not move more than 1 inch in any direction If the restraint moves more than 1 inch repeat all steps until all safety s...

Page 23: ...Tether Ensure vehicle is level Place this restraint in a rear seating position designated as lower anchor compatible Refer to your automobile s owner s manual for LATCH locations 7 2 LATCH Forward Facing Installation with Lower Anchor and Top Tether ...

Page 24: ...oute lower anchors through forward facing belt path Press down on seat with hand to compress the automobile seat cushion With weight in seat insert the lower anchor connector on to the vehicle connector anchor point Tighten the lower anchor connector by pulling up on the webbing end Pull up on the lower anchor connector to ensure the lower anchor is securely fastened ...

Page 25: ...nnector to a designated vehicle anchor point Pull Top Tether until webbing strap is snug Your automobile s owner s manual will give the anchor locations and maximum weight of the restraint s occupant for LATCH connections Check for movement of the restraint at the safety belt path The restraint should not move more than 1 inch in any direction If the restraint moves more than 1 inch repeat all saf...

Page 26: ...e the upper seatback and install the True Fit at 45 degrees per the instructions in this section To remove the upper seatback refer to section 7 17 and read all WARNINGS Reinstall the upper seat back when child reaches 22 lbs Keep child rear facing as long as possible If you have any question regarding the use of the upper seat back or any other questions please contact the First Years staff at 1 ...

Page 27: ...icle is level Move recline foot to the reclined position and place this restraint in a rear seating position Note If needed a towel or pool noodle can be used for extra elevation and angle adjustment 7 3 Rear Facing Installation with Seat Belt ...

Page 28: ...ront snaps and the 2 side snaps Lift and fold back padding Rotate red rear facing lock off toward the center of the restraint Lift the yellow arm away from lock off Rotate red rear facing lock off lock toward the center of the restraint Lift the yellow arm away from lock off Rear of vehicle ...

Page 29: ...ue to ensure the buckle is secure Press yellow arm into place and hold Rotate red lock to the locked position You will feel the red lock snap into position Repeatotherside Ensure the angle indicator line is level with the ground to keep the child s airway open Check for movement of the restraint at the safety belt path The restraint should not move more than 1 inch in any direction If the restrain...

Page 30: ...prevents a 45 degree installation remove the upper seatback and install the True Fit at 45 degrees per the instructions in this section To remove the upper seatback refer to section 7 17 and read all WARNINGS Reinstall the upper seat back when child reaches 22 lbs Keep child in a rear facing position as long as possible If you have any question regarding the use of the upper seat back or any other...

Page 31: ... Move recline foot to the reclined position and place this restraint in a rear seating position designated as lower anchor compatible Refer to your automobile s owner s manual for LATCH locations 7 4 Rear Facing Installation with Lower Anchor Lower Anchor ...

Page 32: ...t snaps and the 2 side snaps Lift and fold back padding Rotate red rear facing lock off lock toward the center of the restraint Lift the yellow arm away from lock off Rotate red rear facing lock off lock toward the center of the restraint Lift the yellow arm away from lock off Rear of vehicle ...

Page 33: ... ensure the webbing lies flat for securing the restraint to the vehicle Press down on seat with hand to compress the automobile seat cushion With weight in seat insert the lower anchor connector onto the vehicle connector anchor point Tighten the lower anchor connector by pulling up on the webbing end Pull up on the lower anchor connector to ensure the lower anchor is securely fastened ...

Page 34: ... with the ground to keep the child s airway open Check for movement of the restraint at the safety belt path The restraint should not move more than 1 inch in any direction If the restraint moves more than 1 inch repeat all steps until all safety steps are met Fold pad down and fasten all snaps 7 5 Aircraft Use Follow the seat belt installation for use in an Aircraft Consult your airline for requi...

Page 35: ...h buckle strap at crotch but not under Insert the silver buckle tongues into the buckle Note Pull up and test buckle tongues to be sure they are secure Place chest clip at arm pit level Insert chest clip tabs and press together Pull outward on chest clip s ends to be sure it is secure Pull on harness adjuster to tighten harness straps A snug strap should not allow any slack It lies in a relatively...

Page 36: ...w the shoulder The True Fit has been safety tested with the height insert and head pillows that are included with this restraint The height insert is needed until the child s shoulder is at or above position 1 Forward Facing Harness Strap Height Harness strap should be located in the slot at or slightly above the child s shoulder Forward Facing Harness Rear Facing Harness ...

Page 37: ...Facing Direction Position Rear 1 2 3 Forward 2 3 4 Height Adjustment Pull on yellow release handles Raise or lower to the appropriate position 7 9 Tether Storage Store top tether on back of seat when not used in a rear facing installation Use top tether in all forward facing installations ...

Page 38: ... Buckle Press the red button until 5 point buckle releases Pull buckle tongues up to remove To Lock the 5 Point Buckle Align and insert the silver buckle tongues one at a time until the tongues lock in place Note Pull up on buckle tongues to test and ensure buckle is secure ...

Page 39: ...t Clip To Unlock the Chest Clip Squeeze center locking tabs Pull Chest clip apart To Lock the Chest Clip Align locking tabs and press Chest Clip together until tabs snap into place Note Gently pull on Chest Clip to ensure Chest Clip is secure ...

Page 40: ...tighten harness straps Tension Tip A snug strap should not allow any slack It lies in a relatively straight line with out sagging It does not press on to the child s flesh or push the child s body into an unnatural position To Loosen Harness System Tension Lift the metal tab and gently pull on the harness strap over the child s shoulder ...

Page 41: ...ue Fit has been safety tested with the height insert and head pillows that are included with this restraint The height insert is needed until the the child s shoulder is at or above position 1 DO NOT use this height insert for infants children above 22lbs 10kg or in a forward facing position Section 7 Installation and Use Rear Position Forward Position Note For children weighing more than 50lbs us...

Page 42: ...15 Harness Length Adjustment To Adjust Harness Length Unhook the harness straps from the metal plate and move to the desired adjustment Ensure the harness strap ends are fully hooked on the metal plate Both side must look alike YES NO ...

Page 43: ...oot grasp the recline foot and move toward the desired location Always adjust the recline foot upright to the upright position when forward facing Always adjust the recline foot to the recline position when rear facing Angling the restraint to keeps the baby s head back and airway open Note If needed a towel or pool noodle can used for extra elevation and angle adjustment Rear of vehicle ...

Page 44: ...back in the passenger compartment Store the upper seat back in a secure location like your trunk or garage DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur The upper seat back must be installed When the child weighs more than 22 lbs or The top of the child s head is within 1 inch of the top of the restraint or The restraint is forward facing WARNING 7 17 Upper Seatback Removal ...

Page 45: ...on the upper seat back to ensure the removeable upper seat back is locked in position DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur The upper seat back must be installed When the child weighs more than 22 lbs or The top of the child s head is within 1 inch of the top of the restraint or The restraint is forward facing WARNING 7 18 Upper Seatback Installation ...

Page 46: ... on the bottom of the True Fit Unfasten the 10 snaps located on the edge of the pad Lift the seatback flap Remove the upper seat back Remove the pad to launder Upper seat pad Unfasten 4 snaps and remove To Launder Hand wash in cool water with mild detergent and hang to dry DO NOT Machine wash or dry in dryer ...

Page 47: ...Section 7 Installation and Use ...

Page 48: ... and Use 7 20 Installation Pictograms Lap Belt Lap Belt Lap Belt Top Tether Lap Shoulder Lap Shoulder Lap Shoulder w Top Tether Lower Anchor Lower Anchor LATCH Lower Anchor w Top Tether Rear Facing Rear Facing Forward Facing ...

Page 49: ...d Seat Inspections Log onto www seatcheck org Call 1 866 SEAT CHECK 1 866 732 8243 Safe Practices EVERYONE rides buckled up or the vehicle DOES NOT GO Make NO EXCEPTIONS for adults or children If someone unbuckles the vehicle STOPS Being firm and consistent will result in fewer discipline problems as children grow older An unrestrained person can be thrown into and injure other passengers NEVER tr...

Page 50: ...at is forward facing have you reinstalled the upper seat back Is the child the proper weight and height for the seat in the forward facing position If the child is in the forward facing position are the shoulder straps at or above the child s shoulders Did you pull the harness adjustor tight You should not be able to pinch the harness if the harness is properly tightened Is the child restraint buc...

Page 51: ...he Convertible Seat Convertible Seat Useful Life DO NOT use this Convertible Seat after date on bottom of seat Parts may be missing damaged or the Convertible Seat may have been in a crash Registration Information Child restraints car seats could be recalled for safety reasons You must register this restraint to be reached in a recall Send your name address and the restraint s model number and man...

Page 52: ...detergents or solvents Reattach Seat Pad Follow directions on page 45 to reattach pad Section 11 Replacement Parts We know pads get worn or damaged Some companies charge outrageous prices when their parts wear out At The First Years we will sell you replacement parts at or near our cost plus what it costs us to handle and ship them They are still expensive but we promise they are fair prices Of co...

Page 53: ...True Fit Notes Blank page for notes ...

Page 54: ...ture use Store in pocket on back of the Convertible Seat 2008 Learning Curve Brands 4000000630 3 08 Learning Curve Brands Attn Consumer Services Dyersville IA 52040 or call 1 888 899 2229 or log onto www learningcurve com 2021 9th St SE ...

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