Britax ESPRIT User manual

User Guide
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Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Operating Instructions
Unfold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Fold. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Swivel Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Backrest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Hood. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Harness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
This product and its components are subject to change without notice.
© 2004 Britax Child Safety, Inc. All rights reserved.
Printed in China
Table of Contents
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• Never leave child unattended!
• Avoid serious injury from falling or sliding out. Always use harness to secure child.
• Do not use stroller with an infant. Child must be approximately 6 months or older.
• Do not use stroller with a child who weighs more than 40 pounds (18 kg).
• Do not overload basket – Maximum weight in basket is 5 pounds (2.5 kg). Overloading the
basket may cause the stroller to become unstable and tip over.
• Always make certain that the stroller is fully open and locked before use.
• Assembly of this stroller must be performed only by an adult.
• Do not hang or place items on the stroller handle or frame. They may cause the stroller to
become unsafe.
• Children must always be restrained to prevent standing or falling out of stroller.
• Do not use a child restraint with this stroller. It is not designed to be compatible with child
restraints or carriers.
• Do not allow children to climb on or play with the stroller.
• Never use stroller on stairs or escalators.
• To avoid entrapment or pinching, do not fold or unfold stroller when child is in or around
stroller.
• Stroller is intended for walking speed only. Do not use while jogging, skating, etc.
• Never use the stroller with more than one child at a time.
• Always set the parking brake when stroller is not moving.
• Only use accessories and replacement parts approved by Britax Child Safety.
• Read and understand these instructions before using this product. To ensure proper use, store
this user guide in a convenient place so it can be consulted often. Failure to follow all warnings
and instructions could result in serious injury or death.
Features
3
Safety Information
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1 Locate dual front wheels (2x) and hood
(fig. A).
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Operating Instructions
5
Assembly
A
2
Attach front wheels to stroller frame
(fig. B).
3 Unfold Stroller as instructed on page 5.
B
Initial Assembly
1 Place stroller on ground with handle
upward.
2 Squeeze frame while releasing frame lock
arm from frame lock knob (fig. D).
D
3
Lift handle upward to partially unfold
stroller (fig. E).
4 Press Fold-Eze™ lever down, until locked
in unfolded position (fig. F).
E
F G
5
Adjust legrest into desired position by
pressing tabs as shown (fig. G).
Unfold
1
2
3
C
4 Attach hood : Press attachment clips onto each side of stroller frame (fig. C-1). Loop each
elastic (2x) around stroller frame and attach to knob on hood lock (fig. C-2). Attach hook and
loop fastener strips (3x) at rear of hood to strips on rear of backrest (fig. C-3).
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Operating Instructions
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Operating Instructions
1 Release hood locks (pg. 9).
2 Pull Fold-Eze™ lever back, then up to
release folding mechanism (fig. A).
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, only pull
lever back far enough for safety tab to
clear the bar.
A
3
Press inward slightly on handles while
folding stroller forward (fig. B).
4 Fold forward and downward until
completely collapsed.
5 Place stroller on side with handle facing
upward.
6 Squeeze frame together while attaching
frame lock arm to frame lock knob (fig. C).
B
C D
7
Use built-in handle for easy transport.
Fold
E
To Set Parking Brake 1 Locate brake lever between each set of rear wheels. 2 Press down each
lever with foot, until fully engaged (fig. E). 3 Verify that brakes are fully engaged by attempting
to move stroller forward and backward. To Release Parking Brake 1 Locate brake lever between
each set of rear dual wheels. 2 Use top of foot to lift each lever until released (fig. F).
F
Parking Brake
Swivel Wheels
To allow front wheels to swivel, press
swivel lever down (fig. G).
G
To prevent front wheels from swiveling,
turn wheels forward, then lift swivel lever
up until engaged with notch (fig. H).
H
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To Collapse Hood, release each hood lock by pressing up at center (fig. F), then hood backward
to collapse (fig. G).
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Operating Instructions
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Operating Instructions
To lower backrest, pull backrest adjuster
out, to desired position (fig. A).
A B
To raise backrest, hold backrest adjuster
cords, while pushing backrest adjuster in, to
desired position (fig. B).
Backrest
To Attach Hood 1 press attachment clips onto each side of stroller frame (fig. C-1). 2 Loop each
elastic (2x) around stroller frame and attach to knob on hood lock (fig. C-2).
3 Attach hook
and loop fastener strips (3x) at rear of hood to strips on rear of backrest (fig. C-3).
To Remove Hood
1 Unhook each elastic loop from knob on hood lock. 2 Lift tab on each
attachment clip to release from stroller frame.
3Release hook and loop fastener strips at rear of hood.
1
2
3
C
Hood (cont.)
Hood
D
To Open Hood, pull hood forward (fig. D), then engage each hood lock by pressing down (fig. E).
E
F G
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Care and Maintenance
Operating Instructions
11
1 Position harness around child.
2 Insert each clip (2x) into adjacent side of
buckle (fig. A).
A
3
Loosen or tighten harness by sliding each
(3x) adjuster to desired position (fig. B).
B
D
5
Unfasten buckle by squeezing clip on
each side (fig. D).
Harness Parking Brake
• Periodically check that the parking brake works properly and locks both wheels securely.
• Clean out any dirt or debris that may prevent the brake from working.
Frame
• Wipe the frame with a damp cloth and mild soap. Use clean, dry cloth or towel to wipe away
excess water and soap.
Fabric
• Do not machine wash or dry the cover.
• Hand wash with cold water and mild soap. Air dry to prevent the cover from shrinking.
Cleaning Plastic Parts:
• Wipe with a damp cloth and mild soap. Use clean, dry cloth or towel to wipe away excess water
and soap.
Wheels
• Periodically oil caster bolts and wheel axles with liquid silicone lubricant.
If Stroller Gets Wet:
• Dry stroller with a clean cloth or towel to prevent corrosion.
• Do not fold stroller when wet or damp. Always make sure that the stroller is dry before storing.
Plastic Parts
• Do not use abrasives, solvents, strong detergents, or household cleaners. These products can
scratch, discolor, and weaken plastic or cause corrosion on metal surfaces.
Storage
• Store away from extreme heat to prevent damage to plastic parts.
• Cover stroller to prevent dust build-up and exposure to sunlight.
• Do not stack other items on top of stroller.
4 If necessary, use buckle loop for better fit.
Unfasten buckle, then thread through loop
(fig. C) for smaller child. Unthread when
child requires more room in the harness.
C
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Warranty
This product is distributed by Britax Child Safety, Inc. Britax Child Safety, Inc. (“Britax”) warrants
this product to the original retail purchaser as follows:
Limited One-Year Warranty
This product is warranted against defective materials or workmanship for one year from the date
of original purchase. Proof of purchase is required. Your exclusive remedy for this warranty is that
Britax will, at its option, provide repair or replacement components to the original purchaser for
this product or refund the original purchase price of the product. Britax reserves the right to
discontinue or change fabrics, parts, models or products, or to make substitutions. Labor and
shipping costs for returns are not included.
To make a claim under this Warranty, you must contact your Britax Retailer or Britax Customer
Services Department at 1-888-4BRITAX or write to 13501 South Ridge Drive, Charlotte, NC
28273. Proof of purchase is required.
PLEASE COMPLETE AND MAIL THE WARRANTY CARD WITHIN 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE.
Warranty Limitations
This warranty does not include damages which arise from negligence, misuse, salt corrosion, or
use not in accordance with the user guide.
The use of non-Britax Child Safety, Inc. accessories is not approved by Britax. Do not use a child
restraint with this stroller. It is not designed to be compatible with child restraints or carriers. The
use of unapproved accessories could cause this product to become damaged or dangerous. Their
use automatically voids the Britax warranty.
Limitations of Damages
The warranty and remedies as set forth above are exclusive and in lieu of all others, oral or
written, express or implied. In no event will Britax or the retailer selling this product be liable for
any damages, including incidental or consequential damages, arising out of the use or inability
to use this product.
Limitations of Warranties and Other Warranty Terms and State Law Rights
Any implied warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a
particular purpose, shall be limited to the duration and terms of the express written warranty.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights, which vary from
state to state. Neither Britax, nor the retailer selling this product, authorizes any person to create
for it any other warranty, obligation, or liability in connection with this product.
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