Mission Critical S.02 User manual

S.02
Instruction Manual
System 02
Baby Carrier

We’re driven to make the best gear out
there, freeing up dads and babies to
focus on what’s essential: each other.
Made for adventure, System 02 is sleek,
versatile, and customizable to easily
transition from one quest to the next.
The lightweight, yet extremely strong
fabric is reinforced by aerospace-grade
aramid ibers and goes the distance.
Front and back carry options are equally
comfortable and easy to use, creating
a system that adapts as your baby grows.

Before You Begin Your child’s safety is what matters most. Read all
instructions before assembling and using this product.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.
Register your product:
Visit www.missioncritical.cc/register or ill out and
mail in the attached registration card.
If you have questions or if there is anything you
do not understand, please email us at
[e-mail] or call Mission Critical®
Customer Service at 8449804851.

WARNING Failure to follow all warnings and instructions can result
in serious injury or death.
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Child must be able to hold head upright unassisted.
Child must be between 8 lbs (3.6 kg) and 35 lbs (15.9 kg).
When child is positioned in the carrier, child’s chin
must be above the adjacent carrier fabric. This
corresponds to approximately 3 months for the
inward-facing position, and approximately 12 months
for the outward-facing position.
Child must be at least 12 months of age before using
the back carry position.
Check to ensure all buckles, snaps, straps, and
adjustments are secure before each use.
Check for ripped seams, torn straps or fabric, and
damaged fasteners before each use. Contact Mission
Critical for repair or assistance.
Do not attach to the carrier any parts or accessories
not supplied or expressly approved by Mission
Critical®.
Never use a soft carrier while engaging in activities
such as cooking or cleaning that involve a heat source
or exposure to chemicals.
Never wear a soft carrier while driving or being a
passenger in a motor vehicle.
Do not use the carrier in place of a car seat.
Never leave child unattended when in carrier.
Detach all tags and discard any plastic bags.
Make sure your carrier looks like the illustration on
the “Features” page. Conirm the Chest Panel and
Back Panel are securely attached to each other via
the Shoulder Straps.

WARNING
Fall & Suocation Hazard
FALL HAZARD — Infants can fall through a wide leg
opening or out of the carrier.
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SUFFOCATION HAZARD — Infants under 4 months can
suocate in this product if their face is pressed tightly
against your body or the carrier.
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Adjust leg openings to it child’s legs snugly.
Ensure proper placement of child in product including
leg placement.
Only use this carrier for children between 8 lbs (3.6 kg)
and 35 lbs (15.9 kg).
Before each use, make sure all buckles are secure.
Take special care when leaning or walking.
Bend at knees, never at the waist.
Never use a soft carrier when balance or mobility is
impaired because of exercise, drowsiness, or medical
conditions.
Use caution when walking, especially on stairs,
escalators, or any loose, irregular, slippery, or wet
surfaces.
Do not strap infant too tight against your body.
Allow room for head movement.
Keep infant’s face free from obstructions at all times.
Child must face towards you until he or she can hold
head upright on their own.
Do not use carrier with premature infants or infants
with respiratory problems.
Monitor infants under 4 months closely as they are
at greatest risk of suocation.

Front Panel
Chest Panel
Back Panel
Shoulder Straps
Upper Carrier Buckles
Buckle Covers
Upper Carrier Straps
Front Zip Pocket (Sun Shade Inside)
Side Straps
Side Strap Buckles
Main Wings
Lower Carrier Straps
Lower Carrier Buckles
Leg Straps
Leg Strap Buckles (Underneath Cover)
Extension Wings
Extension Wing Buckles
Adjustable Padded Hip Belt
Hip Belt Buckle
Daypack Attachment Points
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ADJUSTING THE CARRIER TO YOUR BODY
It is critical that the Carrier be adjusted to properly
t your body prior to any use with child.
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Unbuckle the two Side Strap Buckles.
Pull the Carrier over your head. Make sure the Back
Panel is on your back, and the Chest Panel is on
your chest.
To adjust the length of the Shoulder Straps, open
the Buckle Cover at each shoulder and lengthen
or shorten to adjust the t. Pull the shoulder
strap webbing snug before re-attaching the cover
around the Upper Carrier Buckle so the snap is
visible toward the front. A good reference on the
correct t is that you should be able to easily
kiss your child on the head while in the Carrier.
Snap the two Side Strap Buckles together with an
audible “click.” Check that buckle is secure by pulling
on webbing. Adjust the Side Straps evenly on both
sides by pulling on the free end of the webbing,
and secure the free end of the webbing with the
attached hook-and-loop tab. Make sure the Carrier
feels snug while allowing for comfortable movement.
The Hip Belt height can be slightly adjusted by
lowering or raising it where it attaches to the
Carrier. Fasten the Hip Belt Buckle with an audible
“click” and tighten until snug but comfortable.
Instructions
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CARRYING YOUR BABY IN THE FRONT
Practice loading your baby into the Carrier over a bed,
while sitting, or with another adult to assist you.
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Unbuckle the two Upper Carrier Buckles, and one
or both of the Lower Carrier Buckles.
For children over 8 lbs (3.6 kg) in the inward
facing position, widen the seat for your child’s
legs. To widen the seat unfold the Extension Wings
from the pockets in the seat area and fasten the
Extension Wing buckles to their attachment points.
Load your baby into the Carrier facing inward or
outward depending on their stage of development and
sitting height. Taking care to fully support their
weight and their head, place them in the Carrier
with their legs straddling the center and each leg
on either side of the crotch support. Make sure
your baby’s airway is completely clear. Child’s
chin must be above the adjacent carrier fabric.
Snap the buckles of both Main Wings into place with
an audible “click.” This secures your baby side to
side. Check to conrm that baby is secure. Snap-in
both Upper Carrier Buckles above your baby’s arms
with an audible “click.”
Adjust the Lower Carrier Wing Straps and Upper
Carrier Straps to t your baby snugly. Tighten
or loosen the webbing.
For babies less than 11 lbs (5 kg), fasten Leg
Straps on both sides to reduce size of leg opening.
Infants can fall through a wide leg opening. Adjust
leg openings to t child’s legs snugly.
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CARRYING YOUR BABY ON THE BACK
It is best to set up for back carry with the help
of a second adult. Your child should only be worn
facing inward while using the Carrier in the back carry
position. Child must be at least 12 months of age and
weigh more than 17.2 lbs (7.8 kg) before using the back
carry position.
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For a video demonstration, visit:
www.missioncritical.cc
Secure your child in the front carry position
facing inward, following the front carry
instructions on the previous page.
After the child is secure in the Carrier and their
straps have been snugly adjusted, slightly loosen
the hip belt enough to allow the Carrier to be
rotated around your body.
Release the Side Strap Buckles to allow the Carrier
to rotate securely around your upper body.
While making sure to keep your child upright
and secure, gently rotate them around your torso.
Do this in a slow and smooth fashion.
When your child is on your back tighten the hip
belt.
Buckle and tighten the Side Straps and make sure
your child is secure.
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YOU KNOW YOUR CARRIER IS ADJUSTED CORRECTLY WHEN:
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The rst time you use the Carrier, you may need
to unload your baby from the Carrier to re-adjust
the t. Continuously monitor and adjust the t
as your baby grows.
Baby is centered in the Carrier.
Leg Straps are secured when using Carrier with baby
11 lbs (5 kg) or less.
Baby’s arms are underneath the Upper Carrier Straps.
Baby is sitting high enough that their chin is
above the adjacent fabric and airways are clear.
Baby ts snugly and does not shift or tilt easily
in the carrier.
The Lower Carrier Wing Straps t snugly around
baby’s thighs, allowing them to be bent in a frog-
like position; the Lower Carrier Wing Straps are
not too tight, allowing for proper circulation.
USING THE SUN SHADE
Use the Sun Shade while carrying your baby in the
inward or parent-facing position. Never use the Sun
Shade when baby is facing outward as the fabric could
cover the baby’s face and restrict breathing.
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Remove the Sun Shade from the Front Zip Pocket.
Lift the Sun Shade and use the snap on each side
to secure it to the shoulder area.

REMOVING YOUR BABY
Practice over a bed, while sitting, or with another
adult to assist you.
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If your baby is in the back carry position, you
must rst return them to the front carry position
(by reversing the instructions on the previous
page) before following the steps below.
Hold your baby securely with one arm, making sure
to support their weight and head if necessary.
Unbuckle one or both of the Upper Carrier Buckles
and one or both of the Lower Carrier Buckles.
Support your baby as you lift them out of the
Carrier.
CLEANING YOUR CARRIER
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Spot-clean the Carrier by applying a small amount
of diluted mild detergent onto a scrubbing cloth.
Rinse with clean water to remove detergent.
If needed, machine wash the Carrier in cold water,
delicate cycle. Use a mild detergent. Do not
bleach. Line dry.

Limited Lifetime Warranty
Our products are built tough, and we stand behind
them. For life. We are committed to offering our
customers a Limited Lifetime Warranty on all Mission
Critical® gear. Step into the unknown with condence
knowing we’ve got your back.

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