BRITAX RÖMER MAX-SAFE PRO User manual

MAX-SAFE PRO
EN-UK
USER GUIDE
BRITAX RÖMER Child Safety EMEA
www.britax-roemer.com | [email protected]

Contents
1 Symbol explanation........................... 3
2 Safety................................................... 4
2.1 User Guide......................................................... 4
2.2 Intended use....................................................... 4
2.3 Misuse................................................................. 4
2.4 Safety informations........................................... 4
3 Settings............................................... 6
3.1 Adjust headrest.................................................. 6
3.2 Fasten spacer.................................................... 6
3.3 Use the seat insert............................................ 6
3.4 SICT..................................................................... 7
4 Use in the vehicle.............................. 9
4.1 Select seat.......................................................... 9
4.2 Prepare eyes...................................................... 9
4.3 Secure child seat............................................... 12
4.4 Loosen child seat.............................................. 16
5 Buckling in and unbuckling.............. 17
5.1 Buckle child in................................................... 17
5.2 Check before every use.................................... 18
5.3 Unbuckle child................................................... 18
6 Cleaning and maintenance................ 19
6.1 Harness buckle.................................................. 19
6.2 Cover................................................................... 19
6.3 Shoulder pads.................................................... 20
6.4 Change battery................................................... 20
6.5 Troubleshooting................................................. 21
7 Storage and disposal......................... 22
7.1 Storage................................................................ 22
7.2 Disposal.............................................................. 22
8 Contact................................................ 23
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1 Symbol explanation
Warning signs
Warning signs are used in this user guide in order to ad-
vise of potential danger situations. The warning signs in-
form you about the following items:
–Level of danger,
–Type and source of danger,
–Consequences if disregarded,
–Measures to prevent danger.
Warning signs are shown as follows:
WARNING
Type and source of danger
Consequences if disregarded
uMeasures to prevent danger
Level of dan-
ger
Meaning
DANGER! Highlights dangerous situations which,
if not avoided, lead to serious injuries
or death.
WARNING! Indicates a dangerous situation which,
if not avoided, can lead to serious in-
juries or death.
CAUTION! Indicates a dangerous situation which,
if not avoided, can lead to slight to
moderate injuries.
NOTE Indicates actions that can lead to
damage.
Signs and symbols
Highlights important information for you.
Specific actions
u...
Action
1. Demands action from you.
2. Defined sequence of actions.
3. ...
Result of action
PThere is where you will find the result of a sequence of
actions.
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2 Safety
2.1 User Guide
This user guide is a component of the product and con-
tributes to its safe use. Non-compliance may lead to seri-
ous or even fatal injuries. If there are uncertainties, do not
use the product and immediately contact your retailer.
uRead the operating instructions.
2.2 Intended use
This product has been designed, tested and approved cor-
responding to the requirements of UN R129/03.
This product is designed for securing a child in a vehicle. It
is approved for the following details:
Designation Value
Body height 61 – 125 cm
Use the seat insert if the child
is between 61 and 87 cm.
Body weight ≤ 36 kg
Use the product on forward-facing car seats.
This approval is invalidated if you make any modifications
to this product. Changes may only be made by the man-
ufacturer. The stickers on the product are an important
component of the product.
uDo not make any changes to the product.
uDo not remove any stickers from the product.
2.3 Misuse
uDo not use the product as a toy.
uDo not use the product as a chair outside the vehicle,
not even to test.
uOnly secure the child seat with fastening points de-
scribed in these operating instructions.
uNever secure the product with a 2-point seat belt.
uEnsure that the product is not trapped between hard
objects (car door, seat rails, etc.).
uKeep product away from moisture, wet conditions, liq-
uids, dust and salt spray.
uDo not lean heavy objects on the product.
uNever lubricate or oil parts of the product.
uSensitive car seat covers may be damaged. Use the
Britax Römer child seat base. These are available sep-
arately.
2.4 Safety informations
WARNING
Risk of injury from damaged child seat
In the event of an accident, the child seat may be dam-
aged without the damage being immediately visible. Se-
rious injuries may result from another accident.
uNever use a damaged product.
uReplace the product after an accident.
uHave a damaged product inspected by Britax Römer
(even if it has fallen onto the ground).
uRegularly check all the important parts for damage.
uEnsure that all mechanical components work proper-
ly.
WARNING
Risk of burns from hot components
Components of the product may become hot in direct
sunlight. Children's skin is sensitive and maybe harmed
as a result.
uProtect the product against intensive direct sunlight
when not in use.
WARNING
Danger to life due to the effects of heat or cold.
If children are exposed to the effects of heat or cold for
a longer period, there is a risk of injury or even death.
uNever leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.
WARNING
Risk of injury when boarding and exit
It can be dangerous to stand on the road-side of the ve-
hicle.
uSecure and remove the child seat from the foot-
path-side.
uSecure and remove the child from the footpath-side.
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WARNING
Risk of injury from unsecured objects
In case of an emergency stop or accident, unsecured
objects or people may cause injury to other occupants
in the vehicle.
uFasten the product as described in the user guide.
uSecure backrests of the car seat (e.g. engage fold-
able rear).
uFasten or remove all heavy or sharp-edged objects
in the vehicle.
uEnsure that everyone in the vehicle has their seat-
belts fastened.
uEnsure that the product is always secured when it is
in the vehicle, even if no child is being transported.
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3 Settings
3.1 Adjust headrest
1
1Headrest
1. Check that the headrest 1 is adjusted correctly.
If the shoulder straps are at or slightly below the
shoulder height of the child, the headrest is posi-
tioned correctly.
uIf the headrest is not positioned correctly, per-
form the following steps.
2
1
2
3
4
5
1
1Headrest 4Shoulder straps
2Harness buckle 5Release lever
3Adjustment button
2. Open the harness buckle 2 by pressing the red button.
3. To loosen the belt, press the adjustment button 3 and
pull both shoulder straps 4 forwards at the same time.
The shoulder pads are not connected to the shoul-
der straps. If you pull on the shoulder pads, the
belt is not loosened. Only pull on the shoulder
straps.
4. Open the release lever 5.
PThe headrest is unlocked.
5. Slide the headrest 1 to the correct shoulder height.
6. Let go of the release lever 5.
7. Check that the headrest 1 is locked correctly in place
by pushing the headrest 1 down.
PHeadrest 1 is adjusted correctly.
PHeadrest 1 is locked in place.
3.2 Fasten spacer
The spacer is included in the extent of delivery.
The spacer provides additional space legroom for
your child. Use of the space depends on the space
available in the vehicle.
11
1Spacer
1. Clamp the spacer 1 to the child seat.
2. Continue with the chapter “Positioning the child seat”.
3.3 Use the seat insert
Use the seat insert if the child is between 61 and
87 cm.
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3.3.1 Attach seat insert
2
1
4
5
3
1Harness buckle 4Padded crotch
2Seat insert 5Recess
3Shoulder strap
1. Open the harness buckle 1 by pressing the red button.
2. Place the seat insert 2 into the child seat.
Note the orientation of the seat insert. You can use
the wash label as a guide. The wash label is on the
back of the seat insert and should face the child
seat.
3. Pass the harness buckle 1 and the padded crotch 4
through the recess 5 on the lower section of the
seat insert 2.
4. Place both shoulder straps 3 over the seat insert 2.
3.3.2 Remove seat insert
1
2
1
1Seat insert 2Harness buckle
1. Open the harness buckle 1 by pressing the red button.
2. Remove the seat insert 2.
3.4 SICT
The SICT (Side Impact Cushion Technology) reduces
the forces affecting the child in the event of a side
impact. The protective effect of the SICT element is
greater, the closer it is to the car door.
The SICT element is independent of the type of fas-
tening. For simplicity, the following illustrations show
fastening type A.
3.4.1 Secure SICT element
1
1
2
1SICT element 2Car door
1. Place the SICT element 1 to the side of the child seat.
Select the side of the child seat closest to the car
door.
The sign symbol with number 1 on the SICT ele-
ment faces the sign symbol of the SICT fastening
point on the child seat.
2. Slide the SICT element 1 onto the SICT fastening point.
3. Check the distance between the SICT element 1 and
the car door 2.
ADVICE
Material damage as a result of SICT element
In rare cases, the space between the car seat and
the car door is so small that the SICT element touch-
es the car door. The car door may be scratched
when it is closed.
–Carefully close the car door.
–Make sure that the SICT element does not touch
the car door.
–Do not close the car door fully if the SICT ele-
ment is touching the car door.
4. If the SICT element 1 is touching the car door 2, reduce
the distance of the SICT element 1 (See "Reduce dis-
tance", Page 8).
If the SICT element is not touching the car door,
no further steps are necessary.
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3.4.2 Reduce distance
1
1
2
1SICT element 2Car door
1. Slide the SICT element 1 from the SICT fastening
point.
You need a relatively large amount of force to re-
move the SICT element from the child seat. Place
the SICT element close to the child seat.
2. Place the SICT element 1 to the side of the child seat.
The sign symbol with number 2 on the SICT ele-
ment faces the sign symbol of the SICT fastening
point on the child seat.
3. Slide the SICT element 1 onto the SICT fastening point.
4. Check the distance between the SICT element 1 and
the car door 2.
ADVICE
Material damage as a result of SICT element
In rare cases, the space between the car seat and
the car door is so small that the SICT element touch-
es the car door. The car door may be scratched
when it is closed.
–Carefully close the car door.
–Make sure that the SICT element does not touch
the car door.
–Do not close the car door fully if the SICT ele-
ment is touching the car door.
5. If the SICT element 1 is still touching the car door 2, re-
move the SICT element (See "Remove SICT element",
Page 8).
If the SICT element is not touching the car door,
no further steps are necessary.
3.4.3 Remove SICT element
1
1SICT element
1. Do not use the SICT element 1 on the selected car
seat.
2. Slide the SICT element 1 from the SICT fastening
point.
You need a relatively large amount of force to re-
move the SICT element from the child seat. Place
the SICT element close to the child seat.
3. Stow the SICT element 1.
4. Note the storage instructions (See "Storage",
Page 22).
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4 Use in the vehicle
4.1 Select seat
1. Note and observe the vehicle handbook.
Only car seats arranged in the direction of travel
are approved for use.
2. Select a suitable seat.
Car seats, which have been tested and approved
by us, are suitable. You can find these in our model
list. You can find the model list at:
https://manuals.britax.com/product/p1049-1
The list of vehicle models has been created in ac-
cordance with the requirements of Standard UN
R129 and contains the vehicle models, in which
the product has been tested as at the date of pub-
lication according to the instructions contained in
the user guide. However, the information about a
specific vehicle model is not a guarantee that the
product can be installed in the stated vehicle and
customers are advised that they should consult
the user guide about the correct installation of the
product.
If the desired vehicle is not included in the model
list, please feel free to contact us (See "Contact",
Page 23).
3. We recommend positioning the car seats as follows.
When using on the front seat:
–Slide the front seat as far back as possible.
When using on the rear seat:
–Slide the back seat as far back as possible.
–Slide the front seat as far forwards as possible.
4.2 Prepare eyes
The carabiner on the lower strap must be hooked into
suitable eyes. These eyes may already be present in
the vehicle. If the vehicle does not have suitable eyes,
the retaining straps have to be fastened. The retaining
straps provide eyes for fastening the lower strap.
1. Check that the selected car seat has one of the follow-
ing fastening variants.
TIP You can find more information in the vehicle's man-
ual
–Vehicle eye
2
11
1
1Vehicle eye 2Carabiner
–Strap on rail (rails with space to the vehicle floor)
1
1
2
1
2
1Strap 2Rail
–Strap on seat joint (car seat with seat fold)
1
1
1
2
1Strap 2Carabiner
2. Choose a fastening option available in the vehicle.
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4.2.1 Use vehicle eyes.
If there are already eyes for the selected car seat, a
strap does not have to be fastened. The carabiners
are hooked directly to the eyes. The fastening of the
carabiners depends on the selected car seat place.
We distinguish between the following car seat places.
uSingle seat
uMiddle seat of a bench seat
uOuter seat of a bench seat
4.2.2 Fasten strap to the rail
ADVICE
Material damage as a result of strap
If the strap is passed over plastic parts or electrical
components of the vehicle, these may be damaged.
uMake sure that the strap is not passed over plastic
parts or electrical components of the vehicle.
The fastening of the straps depends on the selected
car seat place. We distinguish between the following
car seat places.
–Single seat
–Middle seat of a bench seat
–Outer seat of a bench seat
1
1
2
2
1
3
4
1Strap 3Metal ring
2Rail 4Loop
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1. Check which fastening variant the car seat allows.
2. Pass the strap 1 around the rail 2.
3. Pass the metal ring 3 through one of the loops 4.
TIP The narrower the strap around the strap, the better.
4. Pull the loop tight
PBoth straps are ready.
4.2.3 Fasten strap to the seat fold
ADVICE
Material damage as a result of strap
If the strap is passed over plastic parts or electrical
components of the vehicle, these may be damaged.
uMake sure that the strap is not passed over plastic
parts or electrical components of the vehicle.
The fastening of the straps depends on the selected
car seat place. We distinguish between the following
car seat places.
–Single seat
–Middle seat of a bench seat
–Outer seat of a bench seat
2
2
1
3
1Seat fold 3Metal ring
2Strap
1. Check which fastening variant the car seat allows.
2. Pass the strap 2 through the seat fold 1.
3. Pass the strap 2 around the seat fold.
4. Pass the metal ring 3 through one of the loops.
TIP The narrower the strap around the seat joint, the
better.
5. Pull the loop tight
PBoth straps are ready.
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4.3 Secure child seat
4.3.1 Position child seat
1
2
3
33
1Child seat 3Adjustment buttons
2Support leg
1. Optional: Position the spacer (See "Fasten spacer",
Page 6).
The following describes the fastening of the child
seat without the spacer, but also applies to use
with the spacer.
2. Place the child seat 1 on the selected car seat.
3. Fold the support leg 2 completely away from the child
seat.
4. Press both adjustment buttons 3.
PThe support leg extends to the floor.
PBoth adjustment buttons 3 audibly lock in place.
5. Make sure that the child seat is leaning against the
backrest of the car seat.
4.3.2 Prepare child seat
2
5
6
3
2
4
3
4
1
1
5
6
1Headrest 4Adjustment button
2Harness buckle 5Cover of the headrest
3Shoulder strap 6Cover
1. Open the harness buckle 2.
2. To loosen the belt, press the adjustment button 4 and
pull both shoulder straps 3 forwards at the same time.
The shoulder pads are not connected to the shoul-
der straps. If you pull on the shoulder pads, the
belt is not loosened. Only pull on the shoulder
straps.
3. Remove the seat insert (See "Remove seat insert",
Page 7).
4. Fold the cover 5 of the headrest up.
5. Fold the cover 6 forwards.
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4.3.3 Position the seat belt
5
1
1
1
3
2
1Flap 4Harness buckle
2First belt guide 5Vehicle harness buck-
le
3Second belt guide
1. Open the flap 1.
TIP We recommend pulling the seat belt out one arm's
length. This makes it easier to pass the seat belt
through the child seat.
1
1
2
4
4
3
2
5
3
4
1Flap 4Harness buckle
2First belt guide 5Vehicle harness buck-
le
3Second belt guide
2. Pass the harness buckle 4 through the first
belt guide 2.
3. Pass the harness buckle 4 under the flap 1.
4. Pass the harness buckle 4 through the second
belt guide 3.
5. Engage the harness buckle 4 in the
vehicle harness buckle 5.
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4.3.4 Fasten the seat belt
4
6
5
7
8
3
2
1
1Flap 5Vehicle harness buck-
le
2Foot end of the child
seat
6Lap belt
3Harness buckle 7Belt limiter
4Diagonal belt 8Foreign part
1. Support yourself with one hand on the foot end 2 of the
child seat. Keep the pressure on the foot end 2 until the
last step,
By supporting yourself, you are making sure that
the child seat is tight to the vehicle cushion. This
pre-tensioning is necessary in order to achieve a
stable fastening with the seat belt.
2. Grab the diagonal belt 4 above the harness buckle 3
and hold it tight.
3. Tighten the lap belt 6 by pulling the diagonal belt 4.
4. Make sure that neither side of the lap belt 6 is touching
the belt limiter 7.
5. Grab the diagonal belt 4 in the middle of the child
seat.
6. Check that there are no foreign parts 8 of the seat belt
in the area of the flap 1 or belt guides. If this is the
case, slide the child seat sideways. Tighten the seat
belt again.
TIP Foreign parts 8 can include, for example, rivets or
loops.
5
4
1
1
1Flap 5Vehicle harness buck-
le
4Diagonal belt
7. Tighten the seat belt by pulling the diagonal belt 4.
8. Check that the vehicle harness buckle 5 is at least two
finger-widths away from the belt guide. If this is the
case, slide the child seat sideways. Tighten the seat
belt again.
9. Grab the diagonal belt 4 outside the child seat.
10.Tighten the seat belt by pulling the diagonal belt 4.
11.Fasten the seat belt by closing the flap 1.
PThe flap engages audibly.
12.Let go of the foot end 2 of the child seat.
PThe seat belt is consistently tight.
PThe flap is closed.
PThe vehicle harness buckle is not touching the belt
guide.
PThe seat belt is not located on the belt limiter.
4.3.5 Position the cover
1. Fold back the cover.
2. Fold down the cover of the headrest.
3. Attach the seat insert.
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4.3.6 Setting support leg
The support leg contains sensors. These support
a correct fastening of the support leg. The sensors
check whether the support leg is fully folded out, suf-
ficiently extended and is on the floor. If the check is
failed, a warning signal sounds. This indicates that the
support leg is secured incorrectly.
11
2
1Adjustment buttons 2Support indicator
1. Pull the film strips out of the battery compartment.
PThe warning signal sounds.
CAUTION If a signal cannot be heard, this means
that the battery is empty.
1. Regularly check the battery.
2. Replace a used battery with a new one (See
"Change battery", Page 20).
2. Pull the child seat slightly up against the backrest.
3. Fold the support leg completely away from the child
seat.
PThe belts of the support leg are tight.
4. Press both adjustment buttons 1.
PThe support leg extends to the floor.
5. Let go of the child seat and support leg.
PBoth adjustment buttons 1 audibly lock in place.
PThe protection indicator 2 is green.
PThe control signal cannot be heard.
WARNING Risk of injury if the support leg is not sta-
ble. Never place objects underneath the support leg.
Make sure that the support leg is standing stably on the
floor of the vehicle.
6. If the warning signal can still be heard or if the
support indicator 2 is red, adjust the support leg again.
4.3.7 Fasten carabiner
3
2
1
2
3
1Button 3Eye
2Carabiner
1. Hold down the button 1.
TIP The button 1 unlocks the lower belt. You can pull
out the carainer 2 all the while the button 1 is held
down.
2. Pull the carabiner 2 out.
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3. Hook the carabiner 2 into the defined eye 3.
TIP You have already specified the eyes in chapter
"Prepare eyes", Page 9.
4. To increase the tension, push the child seat from side
to side.
PBoth lower straps are tight.
4.3.8 Secure SICT element
uSecure the SICT element (See "SICT", Page 7).
4.4 Loosen child seat
WARNING
Risk of injury from unsecured objects
In the case of an emergency stop or accident, the unse-
cured child seat may cause injury to other occupants in
the vehicle.
uEnsure that the child seat product is always secured
when it is in the vehicle, even if no child is being
transported.
uTo remove the child seat from the car seat, follow the
steps in chapter "Secure child seat", Page 12 in re-
verse order.
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5 Buckling in and unbuckling
5.1 Buckle child in
WARNING
Risk of injury from front airbag
Airbags are designed to protect adults. The use of a
front airbag when a seat is facing backwards can lead to
serious or fatal injuries.
uDisable front airbag.
uNever use the seat facing backwards with an active
front airbag.
uNote and observe the instructions in the vehicle
handbook.
WARNING
Risk of injury from slack straps
Slack straps are areas of the seat belt that lie loosely
against the child's body. Slack straps have a negative
impact on the protective function.
uEnsure that the straps are tight and not twisted.
uThe child should not wear thick clothing under the
belt.
4
3
45
1
2
1Shoulder pads 4Red button
2Shoulder straps 5Adjustment button
3Harness buckle
1. To loosen the belt, press the adjustment button 5 and
pull both shoulder straps 2 forwards at the same time.
2. Open the harness buckle 3 by pressing the
red button 4.
3. Place the harness buckle 3 at the front.
4. Never leave the child unsupervised in the seat.
5. Place the shoulder straps 2 over the child’s shoulders.
WARNING Risk of injury if child is secured incor-
rectly. Make sure that the shoulder straps are not twist-
ed or reversed.
7
3
6
6
3Harness buckle 7Adjustment belt
6Buckle tongues
6. Bring the two buckle tongues 6 together.
7. Insert the joined buckle tongues 6 into the
harness buckle 3.
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PThe buckle tongues 6 audibly lock in place.
8. To prevent slack straps, pull the shoulder straps 2.
9. Pull at the adjustment belt 7 until the
shoulder straps 2 are tight to the child's body.
WARNING Risk of injury to the abdomen (soft area
in the stomach). Ensure that the hip straps are posi-
tioned as low as possible over your child's hips.
5.2 Check before every use
To protect your child, check the following points be-
fore each car journey.
2.
3. 5. 6.
1
1. The support leg is stable on the floor of the car.
2. The support indicator of the support leg is green.
3. The flap is closed.
4. The seat belt is consistently tight.
5. The vehicle harness buckle is not touching the belt
guide.
6. The seat belt is not located on the belt limiter.
7. The lower straps are fastened and tight.
8. 9.
11.
10. 2
8. The SICT element is secured correctly.
9. The straps are tight to the child’s body without restrict-
ing the child.
10.The headrest is correctly adjusted.
11.The child is correctly strapped into the child seat.
12. 15.
13.
3
12.The shoulder pads are in the right position on the child.
13.The straps are not twisted and not reversed.
14.The front airbag is disabled.
15.The child seat is used as intended in respect of the age
and size of the child (See "Intended use", Page 4).
WARNING
Risk of injury due to omitted checks.
During the journey, the child may try to unbuckle the
belt or loosen the child seat. If the child is not secured
in the child seat, this can lead to serious or even fatal in-
juries.
If the child or the child seat is not fastened:
uImmediately stop the vehicle as soon as the traffic
situation allows.
uMake sure that the child seat is secured.
uEnsure that the child is buckled in.
For the wellbeing of your child, on long journeys we
recommend taking regular breaks. Give your child the
opportunity to move.
5.3 Unbuckle child
WARNING
Risk of injury from unsecured objects
In the case of an emergency stop or accident, the unse-
cured child seat may cause injury to other occupants in
the vehicle.
uEnsure that the child seat product is always secured
when it is in the vehicle, even if no child is being
transported.
uTo unbuckle the child, press the red button on the har-
ness buckle.
So that the child can get in easily before the next
journey, loosen the shoulder straps.
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6 Cleaning and maintenance
6.1 Harness buckle
6.1.1 Remove harness buckle
1
2
3
1Crotch strap 3Metal plate
2Slot
uRemove the cover from the seat (See "Cover",
Page 19).
uRotate the crotch strap 1 with the metal plate 3 into the
slot 2.
uSlide the narrow edge of the metal plate 3 forwards
through the belt slot.
The metal plate is located on the underside of the
child seat, at the position of the harness buckle.
6.1.2 Clean belt lock
1. Soak the belt lock for at least an hour. Use warm water
with washing-up liquid.
2. Thoroughly rinse and dry the harness buckle.
6.1.3 Attach harness buckle
2
1
1Slot 2Metal plate
1. Push the metal plate 2 from the front completely
through the slot 1.
TIP Note the direction of the harness buckle.
2. Turn the crotch strap with the metal plate 2 by 90° until
it is hooked into the slot 1 transversely to the direction
of travel.
WARNING Risk of injury from unsecured harness
buckle.
uMake sure that the harness buckle is securely fas-
tened to the seat by forcefully pulling at it.
3. Attach the cover again (See "Cover", Page 19).
6.2 Cover
WARNING
Risk of injury due to missing parts
A secure hold is no longer guaranteed.
uThe product must not be used without the seat cov-
er.
6.2.1 Remove cover
The cover of the child seat comprises multiple
parts.
1. Loosen all fastenings.
2. Pull the individual parts of the cover from the child seat.
6.2.2 Clean cover
You can remove the following covers and wash them
in the washing machine:
uCover of the headrest.
uSeat cover.
uCover of harness buckle.
uNote the instructions on the cover's washing label.
uWash the cover at 30 °C with a mild detergent on the
washing machine’s fine wash programme.
uYou can remove the shoulder pads and wash them with
like warm soapy water.
uYou can clean the plastic parts and straps with soapy
water.
uDo not use strong cleaning agents (such as solvents).
6.2.3 Attach cover
WARNING
Risk of injury due to missing seat cover
The seat cover is an integral safety component of the
child seat. If the seat cover is not used, this may lead to
serious or even fatal injuries.
uNever use the child seat without the correct seat
cover.
uOnly use the original Britax Römer replacement seat
cover.
uReplacement seat covers are available from your re-
tailer.
uTo fit the cover again, follow the steps in the reverse or-
der.
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WARNING
Risk of injury due to twisted straps.
Twisted straps have a negative impact on the protective
function.
uEnsure that the straps are tight and not twisted.
uEnsure that the straps are fitted correctly in the belt
slots of the cover.
6.3 Shoulder pads
6.3.1 Remove shoulder pads
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1
2
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5
4
1Adjustment button 4Plastic web
2Shoulder straps 5Shoulder pads
3Push-buttons
1. To loosen the belt, press the adjustment button 1 and
pull both shoulder straps 2 forwards at the same time.
The shoulder pads are not connected to the shoul-
der straps. If you pull on the shoulder pads, the
belt is not loosened. Only pull on the shoulder
straps.
2. Open the shoulder pads 2 using the push-buttons on
the side.
3. Unhook the revealed belt loops of the shoulder pads
from the plastic webs 4.
The belt loops on the shoulder pads can be
hooked more easily to the plastic webs if you pull
out the ends of the shoulder straps slightly.
4. Pull the shoulder pads 1 forwards out of the belt slots.
6.3.2 Attach shoulder pads
WARNING
Risk of injury due to missing shoulder pads.
The shoulder pads are an integral safety component of
the child seat. If the shoulder pads are not used, this
may lead to serious or even fatal injuries.
uNever use the child seat without the correct shoulder
pads.
uOnly use the original Britax Römer shoulder pads.
uTo fit the shoulder pads again, follow the steps in the
reverse order.
WARNING
Risk of injury due to twisted shoulder pads
Twisted straps have a negative impact on the protective
function.
uMake sure that the shoulder pads and straps are not
twisted or reversed.
uEnsure that the shoulder straps in the shoulder pads
are positioned beneath the edge of the cover.
6.4 Change battery
WARNING
Risk of irritation and swallowing
If the battery is swallowed, this can lead to fatal injuries.
uStore the batteries out of the reach of children.
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3
1
1Cover 3New battery
2Used battery
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