Chicco GoFit User manual

GoFit IS0164EF_02 ©2018 Artsana USA, Inc.
www.chicco.ca
READ USER GUIDE
before using this
child restraint.
Booster Car Seat
For future use, STORE USER GUIDE
in location on bottom of base.
User Guide

For future reference, fill in the information below.
The information can be found on the label on the bottom of the Child Restraint.
Model Number:
Manufactured date:
If you have any problems with your Chicco Booster Seat,
or any questions regarding installation or use, please call:
Elfe Juvenile Products Customer Service
1-800-667-8184
or email us at [email protected]
Please have Model number and Date of manufacture when you call.
These are located on a label on the bottom of the Booster Seat.

BACKLESS BOOSTER MODE
SAFETY INFORMATION
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
VEHICLE INFORMATION
BOOSTER SEAT OVERVIEW
ASSEMBLY INFORMATION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Registration and Recall
Useful Life of Booster Seat
Child Guidelines
Safe Use Checklist
Important Warnings
Best Practices
Need Help?
Booster Seat Components
Backless Booster Mode
Vehicle Seating Positions
Vehicle Seat Belts
Cup Holder Assembly
Using Shoulder Positioning Clip
Securing Child in Booster
Adjusting Shoulder Positioning Clip Height
Secure Child Checklist
Booster Seat Safe Use Checklist
Cup Holder
Removing Fabric Covers
Installation on an Aircraft
Cleaning and Maintenance
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REGISTRATION AND RECALL
Please complete the Registration Card that came
with your Child Restraint and mail it promptly.
Child Restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register this restraint to be reached
in a recall. Send your name, address, e-mail address if available, and the restraint’s model number
and manufacturing date to:
Elfe Juvenile Products
2520 Av Marie-Curie,
Saint-Laurent (QC) H4S 1N1
or call 1-800-667-8184
or register online at www.chicco.ca
For recall information, call Transport Canada at
1-800-333-0371 or go to www.tc.gc.ca

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USEFUL LIFE OF BOOSTER SEAT
This booster seat should not be used 8 years after the date of purchase (proof of purchase
required) or date of manufacture otherwise.
This product meets all the requirements of CMVSS 213.2

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CHILD GUIDELINES
This Booster Seat is designed for children, and who demonstrate an ability to sit in a seat belt.
• Child can sit relatively still, in the same seated position throughout the car ride.
• Child can leave the shoulder and lap belt properly positioned on their body, and
can do this every time in the car.
ONLY use this Booster Seat if the child meets the following Weight and Height requirements:
• Weight is between 18-50 kg (40 and 110 lbs).
• Height is between 97-145 cm (38-57 inches).
BACKLESS
Backless Booster Mode on page 12.
YOUR CHILD’S SAFETY DEPENDS ON YOU! You MUST follow the detailed
instructions in this User Guide to ensure the steps in this User Guide are performed correctly!
18 kg
(40 lbs)
50 kg
(110 lbs)

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SAFE USE CHECKLIST
Make sure your child can sit in the seat properly and
meets the requirements listed in the “Child Guidelines”
section on page 4:
Select a safe seating location in your car:
Refer to the “Vehicle Seating Positions” section on page 14.
Secure your child:
Refer to the “Safety Information” section on page 26.
BACKLESS BOOSTER MODE requirements on page 12

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IMPORTANT WARNINGS
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND THE PRODUCT
LABELS CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOUR CHILD.
Take Time to Read This User Guide
• Carefully read and understand all instructions and warnings in this User Guide. Your child’s safety depends on you knowing
how to setup, install and use this Booster Seat properly.
• Before installing this Booster Seat in a vehicle, be sure to also check the vehicle owner’s manual for information on proper
installation.
• NEVER allow others to use this Booster Seat until they have read and understood all instructions in this User Guide.
• This Booster Seat is not intended for use outside of the vehicle.
Make Sure Child Fits This Booster Seat
• Use ONLY with children who weigh between 18-50 kg (40-110 lbs) and whose height is 97-145 cm (38 -57 inches).
AND has the ability to sit properly at all times.
Install Child Restraint Correctly
• DO NOT PLACETHIS BOOSTER SEAT IN AVEHICLESEATING LOCATION WITHA FRONTAL AIR BAG, UNLESS
THE AIR BAG CAN BE TURNED OFF. If the airbag inflates, it can cause serious injury or death to your child. For vehicles
with side air bags, refer to you vehicle owners manual for information on your booster seat installation.
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR

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IMPORTANT WARNINGS
Install Child Restraint Correctly
• ALWAYS install this Booster Seat in a back seat if possible.
• NEVER install in rear facing, side facing or on the back of a folded down vehicle seat.
• NEVER use this Booster Seat with only aVehicle Lap Belt.
• Use ONLY the vehicle’s Lap-Shoulder Belt system when restraining a child in this Booster Seat.
• To avoid injury to others, ALWAYS secure this Child Restraint with the vehicle’s Lap-Shoulder Belt when unoccupied.
Secure Child Properly
• Position Lap-Shoulder Belt on your child. A loose or improperly positioned Lap-Shoulder Belt could cause the child
to be ejected in a sudden stop or crash, resulting in serious injury or death.
• Make sure vehicle Lap-Shoulder Belt is not loose. The belt must be kept snug across child’s thighs and resting on
the shoulder and across the center of the chest.
• NEVER use clothing or blankets that interfere with fastening or tightening the Lap-Shoulder Belt. An unsecured child
could be ejected in a sudden stop or crash!
According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in a rear seating
position rather than in the front seat.
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR

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IMPORTANT WARNINGS
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR
Secure Child Properly
• ALWAYS check to make sure the vehicle seat buckle is securely latched.
• NEVER leave your child unattended in the vehicle.
• Do not allow children to play in or around the Booster Seat.
Check Condition of Restraint
• DO NOT use if the vehicle belts are cut, frayed or damaged.
• DO NOT use any accessories, pads or products not included with this Booster Seat, unless approved by Chicco.
Doing so will void the warranty of this Booster Seat.
• You MUST replace this Booster Seat if it has been involved in a crash, even if you cannot see visible damage. A damaged
Booster Seat may not protect your child in a future crash.
• DO NOT use this Booster Seat longer than 8 years from date of purchase (proof of purchase required) or date of
manufacture otherwise. Please keep a copy of the receipt with this user guide for your records and for future reference.
“Manufacture Date” can be found in 2 locations: on the underside of the Booster Seat and on the product registration card.
• Do not modify your Booster Seat.
• Do not use Booster Seat if any component is damaged, broken, or missing. Call 1-800-667-8184 to find out if the
damaged part or parts can be replaced.

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• Ensure all vehicle occupants are properly restrained before traveling. Unrestrained occupants can be thrown
around and may be seriously injured or seriously injure other occupants in a sharp turn, sudden stop or crash.
• Do not leave loose objects, such as books, bags, etc., in the back of the vehicle. In the event of a sharp turn,
sudden stop, or crash, loose objects can be thrown around and possibly cause serious injury to vehicle occupants.
• Cover the Booster Seat when the vehicle is parked in sunlight. Parts of a Booster Seat can become very hot if
left in the sun. Contact with these parts can burn a child’s skin. Always check the surface of any metal or plastic
parts before putting your child in the Booster Seat.
• To avoid strangulation, Do not allow children to play with vehicle seat belts. If possible, move unused belts out of reach.
• Do not use anything to raise the BoosterSeat off the vehicle seat. In a sharp turn, sudden stop, or crash, the Booster
Seat could slide and potentially cause serious injury.
• Never use a second-hand Booster Seat with an unknown history.
• Never use any accessories that are not included with this child restraint, unless specifically approved by Chicco.
For more information, go to www.chicco.ca.
Need Help Securing Your Booster Seat?
The following sources are available to help ensure your Booster Seat is properly installed:
• Contact Chicco by visiting our website at www.chicco.ca or calling our Customer Service 1-800-667-8184.
Please have Model number and date of manufacture when you call. These are located on a label on the
bottom of the Booster Seat.
• Refer to your vehicle manual for Booster Seat installation tips.
BEST PRACTICES
NEED HELP?

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BOOSTER SEAT OVERVIEW
BOOSTER SEAT COMPONENTS
Cup Holder
Armrest
Lap Belt Guide

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BOOSTER SEAT OVERVIEW
Shoulder Positioning
Clip & Webbing
Shoulder Belt
Clip Storage
User Guide
Storage
Carry
Handle
BOOSTER SEAT COMPONENTS

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BOOSTER SEAT OVERVIEW
WARNING! Backless Mode use of this Booster Seat is ONLY for children
who meet ALL of the requirements shown here. If the child is not within these
requirements because the child is too small, select a different child seat.
BACKLESS BOOSTER MODE
To ensure a correct installation of the Booster Seat, you must follow the step
by step instructions in this user guide.
Chicco recommends that children ride in a car seat with a 5-point harness
for as long as possible. For the best protection, keep the child in a car seat
with a 5-point harness up to the highest weight or height allowed by the
manufacturer.

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BOOSTER SEAT OVERVIEW
Backless Booster Mode:
18-50 kg (40 – 110 lbs)
Use Backless Mode with children:
• Who are at least four years old.
• Who weigh between 18-50 kg (40 and 110 lbs).
• Who are 97-145 cm (38- 57 inches) tall,
child’s ears are below vehicle seat.
• Who demonstrate an ability to sit relatively
still and properly in a seat belt at all times.
See Adjusting Shoulder Positioning
Clip Height on page 22.
BACKLESS
18 kg
(40 lbs)
50 kg
(110 lbs)
BACKLESS BOOSTER MODE

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VEHICLE INFORMATION
Some vehicles have no seating positions which
are compatible with this Booster Seat. Only
forward-facing vehicle seats can be used with this
Booster Seat. Never use side or rear facing seats.
If in doubt, contact the vehicle manufacturer for
assistance.
WARNING! WHEN USING THIS CHILD RESTRAINT, DO
NOT PLACETHIS BOOSTER SEAT IN A VEHICLE SEATING
LOCATION WITH A FRONTAL AIR BAG, UNLESS THE AIR BAG
CAN BE TURNED OFF.
The back seat is the safest place for children 12 and under. See your
vehicle owner’s manual for Booster Seat installation and instructions.
This Booster Seat must be installed in
a vehicle seat with a 3-point seat belt
(shoulder belt and lap belt). NEVER
use lap belt only.
VEHICLE SEATING POSITIONS

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VEHICLE INFORMATION
Vehicle seat belts differ from vehicle to vehicle. Refer to your vehicle owner’s manual for specific
information about seat belts and their use with booster seats.
The following types of vehicle belts MUST NOT be used to install this Booster Seat.
If any of the belt types listed below are in the chosen seating position, you must choose another
vehicle seating position.
Shoulder belt with switchable retractor:
Refer to your vehicle owners manual for information
regarding switchable retractors and booster seat use.
Inflatable seat belts:
Follow the vehicle manufacturer’s
instructions for use with this Booster Seat.
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This booster seat can only be used in these classes of vehicles: passenger cars, multi-purpose
passenger cars (SUV, CUV, mini-van) and trucks that have vehicle lap/shoulder belts.
1. Never use a Lap belt with
motorized Shoulder belt. 2. Never use vehicle belts that are attached to the door or that
move along a track.
3. Never use a Lap-only belt.
VEHICLE SEAT BELTS

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ASSEMBLY INFORMATION
Assemble the Cup Holder
Match up the letter (L or R) on the bottom of the Cup Holder with the
matching letter on the Booster Seat and insert the Cup Holder into the correct side.
Make sure the Cup Holder lip fits behind the groove on the Booster Seat bottom, as
shown.
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ASSEMBLY

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ASSEMBLY INFORMATION
ASSEMBLY
R
R
R
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Lip
R
R

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BACKLESS BOOSTER MODE
The Shoulder Positioning Clip is stored under the Booster Seat.
Remove the Shoulder Positioning Clip and Strap stored underneath seat.
Place the Booster Seat onto the vehicle seat.
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USING SHOULDER POSITIONING CLIP