Chicco KEYFIT 30 User manual

User Guide
For future use, STORE USER GUIDE
in location on bottom of base.
Car Seat
©2016 Artsana USA, Inc.
www.chiccousa.com
IS0150.1E

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:
Serial Number:
Manufactured In:
If you have any problems with your Chicco Child Restraint,
or any questions regarding installation or use, please call:
Chicco Customer Service
1-877-424-4226
Please have Model and Serial Number available when you call.
These are located on a label on the bottom of the Child Restraint.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Registration 2
Child Guidelines 4
Safe Use Checklist 6
Important Warnings 8
Best Practices 14
Need Help? 15
Vehicle Seating Positions 16
Vehicle Seat Belts 18
What is LATCH? 20
Child Restraint Components 22
Child Requirements 26
Install with Base Setup 28
Install Using LATCH 30
Install Using LAP-SHOULDER BELT 36
Install Using LAP BELT ONLY 42
Install Carrier to Base 46
Install without Base Setup 50
Install Using LAP-SHOULDER BELT 52
Install Using LAP BELT ONLY 56
Adjusting Harness Height 60
Securing Child with Harness 64
Secure Child Checklist 72
Base Release Handle 74
LATCH Storage 75
Newborn Positioner 76
Head Rest Insert 78
Handle Positions 79
Canopy 80
Installation on an Aircraft 81
Cleaning and Maintenance 82
VEHICLE INFORMATION
BASE INSTALLATION
SECURING YOUR CHILD
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
WITHOUT BASE INSTALLATION
CHILD RESTRAINT OVERVIEW

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REGISTRATION
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:
Artsana USA, Inc.
1826 William Penn Way
Lancaster, PA 17601
or call 1-877-424-4226
or register online at http://www.chiccousa.com/carseatregistration.aspx
For recall information, call the U.S. Government’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at
1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.NHTSA.gov.

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REGISTRATION
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CHILD GUIDELINES
This Child Restraint is designed for children ages Birth to at least 2 years old.
ONLY use this Child Restraint if the child meets BOTH of the following
Weight and Height requirements:
• Weight is between 4 and 30 pounds (2 and 13.5 kg).
• Height is 30 inches (76 cm) or less and child's head is no less than
1" below the top of the head rest.
The Newborn Positioner is only for infants who weigh between 4 and 11
pounds (2 and 5 kg). See Newborn Positioner on page 76.
For premature infants, you must consult the infant's doctor before
using this Child Restraint. A premature infant may have difficulty breathing
or have other medical problems when placed in a seated position.

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CHILD GUIDELINES
NEWBORN POSITIONER
4 lbs. 11 lbs. 30 lbs.
(2 kg) (5 kg) (13.5 kg)
WARNING! Use of this Child Restraint is ONLY for children who meet ALL
of the requirements shown here. If the child is not within these requirements,
select a different car seat (such as a convertible car seat).
• Chicco and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend all
children ride REAR-FACING until age 2 or they reach the weight/
height limits of this seat.
• NEVER turn this Child Restraint FORWARD-FACING.

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Make sure your child meets the age, weight, and height requirements:
Refer to the “Child Guidelines” section on page 4.
If using Base, make sure Carrier is securely attached to Base:
Refer to the “Install Carrier to Base” section on page 46.
Select a safe seating location in your car:
Refer to the “Vehicle Seating Positions” section on page 16 and 17.
Install Base or Carrier Rear-Facing ONLY:
Refer to the “Child Guidelines” section on page 4.
SAFE USE CHECKLIST
YOUR CHILD’S SAFETY DEPENDS ON YOU! You MUST follow the
detailed instructions in this User Guide to ensure the steps below are
performed correctly!

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Make sure your child meets the age, weight, and height requirements:
Refer to the “Child Guidelines” section on page 4.
If using Base, make sure Carrier is securely attached to Base:
Refer to the “Install Carrier to Base” section on page 46.
Select a safe seating location in your car:
Refer to the “Vehicle Seating Positions” section on page 16 and 17.
Install Base or Carrier Rear-Facing ONLY:
Refer to the “Child Guidelines” section on page 4.
Ensure that the Child Restraint is properly leveled when installed.
Check Child Restraint for a snug t in your car:
While holding Child Restraint near belt path used, pull side to side and forward.
Belt should remain tight and Child Restraint should not move more than
1” (25 mm) from vehicle seat back or side-to-side.
Secure your child:
Refer to the “Securing Child with Harness” section on page 64.
SAFE USE CHECKLIST

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IMPORTANT WARNINGS
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR
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 Child Restraint properly.
• Before installing this Child Restraint in a vehicle, be sure to also check the vehicle owner’s manual for
information on proper installation.
• NEVER allow others to use this Child Restraint until they have read and understood all instructions in this
User Guide.
Make Sure Child Fits This Child Restraint
• Use only with children who weigh between 4 and 30 lbs (2 kg to 13.5 kg) and whose height is 30 inches
(76 cm) or less.
• Do Not use this child restraint if top of child's head is within 1 inch of the top of the headrest.
• Only use the NEWBORN POSITIONER provided for infants who weigh between 4 and 11 lbs (2 and 5 kg).