Edwards & Co Capsule 2 Series User manual

Instruction
manual
capsule series 2
Keep for future reference.
To reduce the risk of serious injury or death, read this owner’s
manual prior to installing and using this car seat.
Suitable for infants up to 13 kg.
Conforms to European ECE R44/04 in Group 0+ as approved by
Land Transport NZ.

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Introduction

GENERAL WARNINGS
To reduce the risk of SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH, read this owner’s
manual and your vehicle owner’s manual before installing and using
this car seat. By properly using this car seat and following these
instructions (and the instructions that accompany your vehicle), you
will greatly reduce the risk of serious injury or death to your child in
the event of a collision.
• NEVER LEAVE YOUR CHILD UNATTENDED IN THE CAR SEAT
• NEVER USE THE CAR SEAT IN A PASSENGER SEAT FITTED
WITH AIRBAGS.
• THIS CAR SEAT IS ONLY COMPATIBLE WITH EDWARDS & CO
BASES.
• NEVER use the car seat without fastening it into your vehicle.
• NEVER alter or modify the car seat in any way as this may aect
its performance in the event of a collision.
• The buckle SHOULD ALWAYS be easily accessible. It is important
that your child can be released quickly in the event of an
emergency.
• This car seat is ONLY SUITABLE for cars fitted with a 3-point static
or retractable seat belt that is approved to UN/ECE regulation No.
16 or other equivalent standards.
• ONLY FIT to a forward-facing passenger seat. NEVER fit into a
rear-facing or side facing seat.
• The seat is suitable from birth up to 13kg (approximately 12-15
months old).
• DISCARD the seat if it is involved in a serious collision EVEN if no
damage is visible.
• The cover and fabrics of the seat are integral to its performance in
the event of a collision. NEVER remove or replace the fabrics of
the seat unless it has been approved by Edwards & Co.
• Fit the harness firmly to the child. A loose restraint or harness is
DANGEROUS.
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• The car seat is not intended to be a substitute baby cot or bed. It
is only designed to enable safe transportation of children in motor
vehicles. NEVER leave a baby in the restraint for long periods of
time.
• Do not store in areas that may get hot, like in car boots, roof
space or beside shed walls which can get hot in summer. NEVER
place heavy items on top of the seat as this may distort the
plastic.
• The restraint should not be purchased or sold as a second hand
item unless you are sure about it’s history.
• Do not to use this car seat if it is older than 7 years from the
manufacture date (stamped on the underside of the seat) as the
protection in an accident may be reduced.
• When in use with a stroller, ENSURE the seat is fitted tightly.
• The handle MUST be set in the correct position when used in the
car or stroller.
GENERAL WARNINGS
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This is a “Universal” child restraint approved to European ECE
R44/04 suitable from birth to 13 kg.
“Universal” means the seat is approved for use in all vehicles that
meet ECE R14 and R16 regulations. A proper fit is more likely if
your vehicle declares in it’s user manual that it is designed to fit a
“Universal” child restraint.
Vehicles that are declared “Universal” have been done so
under more stringent conditions than those applied to earlier
designs which do not carry this notice.
If in doubt, please contact Edwards & Co or your retailer.

Features of your car seat
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handle bar
handle release
button
lap belt guide
rocking base
canopy
shoulder belt
routing guides
level indicator
stroller locking piece
handle locking
indicator
harness adjusting strap
buckle release button
shoulder pads
head area

Newborn insert and lumbar wedge
The newborn insert cushion and lumbar wedge are designed to
support your baby’s body in their first few months of life. As your
baby grows, these need to be removed so they safely grow into the
seat.
When your baby’s shoulders pass the level point with the second belt
route as shown in Diagram 1, it’s time to remove the lumbar wedge.
This will give your child more room in the seat.
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Removing the wedge
• Unhook the fabric on one side of the car seat, near the lap
belt guides. Lift o the fabric near the crotch of the car seat,
to expose the shell. You don’t need to remove the harness or
completely pull out the fabric lining.
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Newborn insert and lumbar wedge
Removing the wedge (cont.)
• This exposes the wedge as pictured above. Pull out the wedge.
• Re-install the lining.
• Check if this brings your babies shoulders back to level with the
second belt rung. If their shoulders still pass the belt route, take
out the insert cushion (see next section).
Removing the insert cushion
• If after removing the lumbar wedge, your baby’s shoulders still
pass the second shoulder belt route, it’s time to remove the insert
cushion.
• To do this, first remove the shoulder belts from the splitter plate
at the back of the capsule shell as pictured above.
• Pull the shoulder belt through the cushion.
• Remove the insert cushion and re-install the shoulder belts.
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Adjusting the handle
To adjust the handle, squeeze and hold both handle release buttons
located near the circular shaped hinge, rotate the handle then release
the button. The handle will lock into a position when you hear a
CLICK!
There are three positions (as pictured):
1. Handle up – for carrying your child or when fitted into your car or
stroller.
2. Handle lock – when locking the capsule into your stroller.
3. Handle down – it can be used for rocking your baby on a firm,
safe, flat surface.
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1. 2. 3.

Installing the seat to your car
• Place the car seat into a forward-facing passenger seat and face
the car seat towards the rear of the vehicle.
IMPORTANT - check the handle is in the ‘Handle up’ position as
pictured in Diagram 1.
• Pull the lap belt as pictured in Diagram 1. (A) over the foot area
of the car seat and through the two lap belt guides as pictured in
Diagram 1. (B).
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• Put the shoulder belt around the back of the capsule through the
belt route guides as pictured in Figure 2.
• Tighten the lap belt by pulling hard on the belt. A tight fit is
achieved when the seat has little to no movement when tugged.
• After installation and tightening, the buckle on the passenger seat
should be facing towards the lap belt guides as pictured in Figure
3.
• Check that the seat belts are flat and not twisted.
IMPORTANT - always check that the seat is installed in a level
position as indicated by the seat level positioner. See the section
“Using the seat level indicator”.
IMPORTANT – Make sure the capsule is tightly fitted to the vehicle
seat. if the seat does not feel secure, or does not exactly match
these instructions, go back and re-install it. Only once it is properly
secured is it ready to use.
Installing the seat to your car (cont.)
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Where to install the car seat
WARNING - this car seat is only suitable for approved vehicles fitted
with a 3 point seat static or retractable seat belt.
WARNING - only install the seat in a forward-facing passenger seat as
indicated in Diagram 1 above. A forward-facing seat is one that faces
in the direction of the car’s movement. Do not install into a rear-
facing or side-facing passenger seat as pictured in Diagram 2 above.
WARNING- do not install the car seat in a passenger seat fitted with
airbags.
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Using the seat level indicator
• The level indicator is designed to help you install the car seat
at the correct angle on the passenger seat. It is located on the
outside of the seat as pictured in Diagram 1..
• When the seat is fitted to your vechicle, the level indicator bell
should always fit inside it’s housing as pictured in Diagram 2.
• Adjust the child restraint to the proper level to ensure maximum
protection for your child. A tightly rolled towel under the front
edge of the car seat can be used to achieve the correct level.
WARNING – always check the indicator before and after fitting your
car’s seat belts.
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Securing the harness to your child
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Loosening the shoulder belts
• Open the harness by pressing the red buckle release button on the
buckle.
• Loosen the shoulder belts by simultaneously pushing the belt
adjuster button and pulling the shoulder belts towards yourself as
pictured in Diagram 1.
• Place the shoulder belts against the sides of the insert cushion as
pictured in Diagram 2.
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1. 2.

Securing the harness clips
• Place your child in the seat. Make sure that your child’s back and
bottom are flat against the seat. This will maximise comfort and
allow the harness to properly secure your child.
• Position the height of the shoulder belts according to your child’s
height. The belts should be level with their shoulders. To adjust the
shoulder belt height see ‘Adjusting the shoulder belt height’.
WARNING - do not use the car seat if the child’s shoulders are
above the highest slots in the backrest or if the child’s weight
exceeds 13kg.
IMPORTANT - make sure to remove the lumbar wedge and insert
cushion if your child’s shoulders pass the second shoulder belt
route. See the section “Newborn insert and lumbar wedge”.
• As pictured in Diagram 1, combine the two locking clips together
and insert them into the buckle housing until you hear a CLICK!.
When it is connected it should appear as pictured in Diagram
2. Check that the buckle is secure by pulling the buckle. There
should be a strong connection.
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1.
Securing the harness to your child
2.
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Securing the harness to your child
Tightening the shoulder belts
• Pull the harness adjusting belt as pictured in Diagram 1.
IMPORTANT - for proper tightness, one finger (1cm) should fit
between the shoulder belts and the child’s shoulders.
IMPORTANT - during the winter months, when you child has heavy
clothing layers, the shoulder pads should be removed to ensure
proper tightness. To remove the shoulder pads, see page 16
“Adjusting the shoulder belt height”.
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Adjusting the shoulder belt height
There are three height slot positions for the shoulder belts. As your
child grows, you will need to move the belts according to your child’s
height.
WARNING- the shoulder belts should be positioned so that they sit
level with your child’s shoulders. Diagram 1 shows the correct belt
position.
To adjust the shoulder belt height:
1. Remove the ends of the shoulder belts from the metal splitter
plate behind the seat as shown in Diagram 2.
2. Pull the belts through to the front of the seat.
3. Re-insert the belts through the appropriate slots in the seat shell
and through the layers of cushioning as appropriate.
4. Re-attach the loops on the belts to the metal splitter plate. Make
sure the belt does not twist in any way.
IMPORTANT – only use the top layer of insert cushioning when the
shoulder belts are in the lowest two positions.
IMPORTANT - do not allow the harness belts to become
twisted as this may decrease the performance of the car seat in the
event of a crash. The belts should be flat against your child’s body.
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Installing the capsule to your stroller
1. Engage the parking brake on the stroller. With the handle of the
capsule in the ‘Handle up’ position and it positioned in reverse
facing position (with baby looking at you), insert the capsule’s two
locking pieces into the stroller’s two travel adaptors. Check that
both locks have been properly inserted.
2. On the capsule, squeeze the handle release button as pictured in
Diagram 1, and move the handle forwards into the ‘Handle lock’
position as pictured in Diagram 2. This secures the connection and
locks the capsule to the stroller.
3. You should hear a CLICK!. The handle position should match that
in Diagram 2 (position 2).
WARNING – check that the capsule cannot be removed before using
the stroller.
WARNING – always fit the capsule in the reverse facing position.
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Caring for your car seat
Important information
• NEVER lubricate or oil any part of the seat.
• Only use mild detergents.
• Wipe clean the seat shell, harness and EPS foam lining inside
only.
• NEVER use solvents, harsh detergents or washing up liquids as
these may damage the harness and seat.
• NEVER wring any fabrics.
• Dry thoroughly before storage.
• Store in a well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight which
could damage or fade your car seat.
• Store in a safe place when it is not being used. Avoid placing
heavy objects on top of it.
• NEVER allow the seat to come into contact with corrosive sub-
stances such as battery acid or petroleum products.
Cleaning the fabric cover:
• Hand wash in warm water only.
• NEVER tumble dry.
To remove the cover from the car seat:
1. Remove the harness by gently feeding it through from the front
to the back of the seat.
2. Remove the crotch strap, including buckle, by rotating it a
quarter turn and feeding it out through the seat shell. The cover
should now be free of obstruction.
3. Remove the cover and hand wash it at about 30ºC; dry flat away
from direct heat.
4. To replace repeat the instructions above in reverse.
WARNING – ensure the harness is correctly fitted. Please follow the
‘Adjusting the shoulder belt height’ section for more information on
harness fitting. If you are unsure please contact Edwards & Co.
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Warranty information
All Edwards & Co products are guaranteed for two years from the
date of purchase against defects in material and workmanship.
If we determine that the product has a manufacturing fault, we will
repair or replace it free of charge to you. The decision to repair
or replace is solely at the discretion of Edwards & Co. Proof of
purchase must be provided.
The warranty is “return to base” and not a free in-home service. This
means the customer is responsible for any inwards freight charge to
return the product to an Edwards & Co representative for warranty
or service.
Our warranty excludes claims resulting from misuse, abnormal use,
overloading, general wear and tear, child outgrowing the product,
not following instructions, transportation damage (including airline
or freight damage), poorly maintained product, dropped goods,
negligence, second-hand product, modified product, colour fading,
mould, damage to inner foam in use or fabric cuts and tears.
The warranty excludes repairs to car seats that have been involved
in a car accident.
Any replacement will not give the right for the warranty period to be
extended.
Edwards & Co does not cover warranty if the product has been pur-
chased second hand or from an unauthorised reseller.
For the complete terms and conditions of our warranty, please visit
our website - www.edwardsandcobaby.com/warranty
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NEW ZEALAND
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