Avenir Snug User manual

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EN - INDEX
Main seat
Safety belt
Safety lock
Belt adjuster
Safety belt for bicycle frame
Foot rest strap
Foot rest
Gravity centre
Cushion
Metallic bracket
Fixation block
Screws
Plastic xation block
Block button
Metallic xation plate
Metallic xation Kit
Metallic xation plate
M8x25 screw
M8 washer
M8 nut
A.
B.
B1.
B2.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
I.
I1.
I2.
I3.
I4.
J.
J1.
J2.
J3.
J4.

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Open the bag, lift the baby seat cushion (G) and put the screw (J2) in the
hexagon hole, the same as in the picture.
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Turn over the seat as shown in the picture.
Avenir - Snug
Congratulations for purchasing an Avenir product.
We created this baby seat with your child’s comfort and security in mind so that
your rides become great moments of pleasure and joy.
This seat is built to carry children with a maximum weight of 22kg / 48,5 lbs or up
to 7 years old. Check regularly your child’s weight and never carry a child weighing
more than the recommended.
This document contains information and instructions for assembling the seat
in a safe manner
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
- The seat cannot be mounted on bicycles with rear shock absorbers.
- It can be mounted on bicycles with wheels with a diameter of 26” and 28”.
- It can be mounted on bicycles with round and oval tubular frames, with a
diameter between 28mm and 40mm.
- The seat cannot be mounted on bicycles with luggage carriers wider than
175mm.
- If you have any doubts regarding the assembly of this seat on your bicycle, we
recommend you obtain further information from your bicycle retailer.

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Remove the xation block (I) by cutting the two straps.
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Remove the metallic bracket (H) by cutting the strap, and remove it from the
xation clips.
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Hold the metallic bracket (H) the same as in the picture and pass it through the
opening in the baby seat.
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In order to adjust the baby seat onto the bicycle, put the metallic rod into one
of the three allowed positions.

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Insert the metallic xation plate (J1) on the grooves of the baby seat, and close
it as indicated in the picture.
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Put the xation block (I2) on the front of the bicycle frames seat tube. Screw the
xation block (I2) onto the metallic xation plate (I4) in such a way it may be
adjusted later.
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Insert the washer (J3) and tighten the nut (J4) on the screw. Make sure the nut is
well tightened and the metallic bracket is rmly xed.
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Insert the ends of the metallic bracket (H) into the holes of the xation block (I)
until you hear a click that signals it is in the locked position. Centre and adjust
the seat above the rear wheel. Make sure the seat does not touch the rear wheel
when you add the child’s weight. Tighten the screws (I1) securely. Try to shake
the seat to make sure it is secure on the bicycle. To remove the seat, press the
block button (I3) and remove it according to the direction indicated in the
picture.

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The seat has a gravity centre (F) (engraved on the seat) which cannot be more
than 10cm away from the axle of the rear wheel. In case the gravity centre is at a
longer distance, position the seat in another of the available positions (go back
to page 9). Pay attention to the positioning of the seat; it must be adjusted so
that the cyclist does not touch the seat when pedaling.
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Pass the safety belt (C) around the bicycle frame. Adjust it as shown in the
picture, under tension.
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To put the child in the seat, open the lock (B1) of the safety belt (B) and press
the three buttons of the lock (B1) as indicated. Before starting your ride, make
sure the seat belt is properly adjusted and that it does not hurt the child. This
adjustment is made by sliding the belt adjustors (B2).
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To adjust the height of the foot rest (E) that suits your child’s size, release the
foot rest (E) from the seat (A) by pressing the two fasteners together and lift
the foot rest as indicated in the picture ( it may be necessary to apply some
pressure).

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To guarantee your child’s safety, adjust the strap (D) of the foot rest. Unlock the
strap (D) and adjust it to the child’s foot. Lock it again making sure the strap
does not hurt the child.
ENGLISH
MAINTENANCE
To keep the baby seat in good working conditions and to prevent accidents we
recommend the following:
- Check regularly the xation system of the seat to the bicycle in order to make sure it is
in perfect condition.
- Check all the components to see if they work properly. Do not use the seat if any of the
components are damaged. Damaged components must be substituted.
- Clean the seat with soap and water (do not use abrasive, corrosive or toxic products).
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS
• The bicycle rider must be at least 16 years of age;
• The baby seat is only suitable for transporting children with a maximum weight of 48.5
lbs / 22 kg, with an age limit of 7 years. Check the child’s weight regularly and do not
carry a child that weighs more than this.
• Do not carry a child less than 12 months of age, in this baby seat. To be a passenger, the
child must be able to sit up straight with the head held upright while wearing a bicycle
helmet.
• Check if all parts of the bicycle function correctly with the baby seat mounted.
• Do not install this baby seat on a racing bicycle.
• Secure the child on the baby seat ensuring that all the safety belts and straps are fas-
tened rmly but not so tight as to cause discomfort to the child;
• Make sure the seat stays slightly reclined towards the back and not towards the front, to
avoid the child from slipping
• The baby seat must never be used before adjusting the safety belt.
• Do not allow any part of the child’s body or clothing, shoelaces, baby seat belts, etc. to
come in contact with moving parts of the bicycle because this could harm the child or
cause accidents.
• You are recommended to mount the seat on bicycles supplied with wheel-covers, in
order to prevent the child from inserting his feet or hands into the wheel’s spokes. It is
also recommended to use a saddle-cover or a saddle with internal springs, in order to
prevent the child from crushing his ngers in the saddle springs.
• Dress the child with proper clothes according to weather conditions and use an ap-
propriate helmet.
• The seat has a marking of the centre of the gravity. After tting a child seat to a bicycle,
this marking cannot be behind the rear wheel axle more then 10 cm. Make the adjust-
ment through the alteration of the position of the baby seat in one of the 3 positions
available.
• When the baby seat is not in use, fasten the waist buckle of the security harness to
prevent the straps from dangling and entering in contact with any turning parts of the
bicycle such as wheels, brakes, etc. as these may be a hazard to the cyclist.
• For safety reasons any modication of the seat is not advisable.
• Never leave a child in the seat unattended to.
• Don’t carry supplementary luggage that surpasses the load capacity of the bicycle,
never carry the supplementary luggage on the baby seat. In case you can’t do without
it, carry it in front of the rider.
• The rider should pay special attention to the dierent performance of the bicycle when
the baby seat is being used.
• Check regularly the condition of the screws and substitute them if necessary according
to the mounting instructions; don’t use the baby seat if any part is broken.
• The position of the baby seat must be adjusted so that the bicycle rider does not touch
the baby seat with the feet when in motion.
• The weight of the rider and the child carried must never be more than the maximum
load allowed for the bicycle. Check the bicycle instruction manual from the bicycle sup-
plier to make sure the bicycle supports this additional load.
• You must cover any sharp or pointy object of the bicycle that may be reached by the
child
• The seat and cushion can get hot if under the sun for a long time. Make sure that they
aren’t too hot before seating the child.
• When transporting the bike on luggage racks or bicycle racks on the car roof or boot
door, always take the child seat o the bike. The drag could damage the bicycle or child
seat or tear it o the bicycle.
• Check that the seat functions correctly when mounted.
• Check the laws and regulations in your country, related to carrying children in seats
attached to bicycles.