mothercare Milan User manual

notice
1. This is a ‘Universal’ child restraint. It is approved to Regulation No. 44.03
series of amendments, for general use in vehicles and it will fit most,
but not all car seats.
2. A correct fit is likely if the vehicle manufacturer has declared that the
vehicle is capable of accepting a ‘Universal’ child restraint for this age
group.
3. This child restraint has been classified as ‘Universal’ under more
stringent conditions than those which applied to earlier designs which
do not carry this notice.
4. If in doubt, consult either the child restraint manufacturer or the retailer.
5. Only suitable if the approved vehicles are fitted with 3 point static or
retractor safety belts approved to UN/ECE Regulation No.16 or other
equivalent standards.
Made in France
for Mothercare,
Watford, Herts,
WD24 6SH
Issue 3 - 05 11
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Issue 4 - 07 10

milan
user guide
Important. Please retain
this user guide for
future reference
Conforms to
ECE R44.03
Universal
EXTREME HAZARD: Parents should not under
any circumstances use this child restraint on
a passenger seat equipped with an airbag.
V1165A
FC7715
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safety warnings
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�PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY BEFORE COMMENCING INSTALLATION AS AN
INCORRECT INSTALLATION COULD BE DANGEROUS.
�DO NOT USE THIS CHILD SEAT IN PASSENGER SEATS EQUIPPED WITH AIRBAGS.
�This child seat must only be installed in a forward facing position in passenger
seats.
Do not use on side facing or rear facing seats.
�Never attempt to use this child seat without fastening it into the car as
described in these instructions.
�Do not add to or modify the seat in any way.
�It is recommended that this car seat should be changed when it has been
subjected to violent stresses in an accident or has become badly worn.
�Do not leave your child unattended in the seat at any time.
�Ensure that no part of the seat is trapped in a door or folding seat. If your car
has a folding rear seat, ensure that it is correctly latched in the upright position.
�Car interiors can become very hot when in direct sunlight. It is therefore
recommended that the child seat is covered when not in use.This prevents
components, particularly those attached to the child seat, becoming hot and
burning the child.
�Luggage and other heavy or sharp objects should be secured in the car. Loose
objects are liable to cause injury in the event of an accident.
�The safest seating position for a child car seat is on the rear seat of a vehicle.
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getting to know your child seat
This seat is classified as:
Group 2 for children weighing from 15kg to 25kg (4 - 6 years approx.) - in a forward
facing position.
Group 3 for children weighing from 22kg to 36kg (6 - 11 years approx.) - in a
forward facing position.
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CHILD SEAT FOR USE
BY CHILDREN WEIGHING 15-25KG
(GROUP 2)
CHILD SEAT FOR USE
BY CHILDREN WEIGHING 22-36KG
(GROUP 3)
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DIAGONAL BELT CLIP

legal requirements
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This child seat is approved to ECE R44.03 and is ONLY suitable for use with a 3 point
lap and diagonal seat belt approved to UN/ECE Regulation No.16 or other
equivalent safety standards.
Front Seat
Anyone, especially children, travelling in the front seat of a car must be properly
restrained. Children under three years must use a suitable approved restraint
designed for their weight.
Rear Seat
All adults and children must use seat belts or child restraints where they are fitted in
the rear of a car and are available for use.
If the appropriate restraint is not available, children from 3 years must wear an adult
seat belt if available.
the type of approved seat belt you must have
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Your mothercare child seat can only
be installed forward facing using a lap
and diagonal seat belt in the front or
rear passenger seats of the car.
DO NOT INSTAL THIS CHILD SEAT WITH A
LAP BELT ONLY
DO NOT USE THIS CHILD SEAT IN
PASSENGER SEATS EQUIPPED WITH
AIRBAGS
important notes
�This user guide should be stored under the seat cover of the base.
�When the child seat is not in use, it is recommended that it is fastened into the
car with a seat belt to avoid being thrown about in the event of an accident.
�If you travel with passengers using both the front and rear seats, the lighter
occupants should be in the rear seats and the heavier occupants in the front of
the vehicle. When a child is in the front seat, the lighter passenger should be
behind the child.
�Do not allow the child seat to come into contact with corrosive substances e.g.
battery acid.
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DIAGONAL BELT
LAP BELT
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fitting your child seat into your car
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Group 2 - To set up for use from 15kg to 25kg
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2
Place the car seat in a vehicle seat with a lap
and shoulder belt system. WARNING: do not
place the car seat in a seating position that
only provides a lap belt (such as the center
rear seat on many vehicles).
Position the booster firmly against the vehicle
seat back.
Position the child with their back flat against
the seat back.
Pull the vehicle lap and shoulder belt across
the front of child and fasten buckle. Position
vehicle lap belt under both armrests and
adjust until a snug fit.
Route the vehicle shoulder belt under the
armrest (as shown) and into the shoulder belt
guide .
- The lap belt must be low on the hips,
contacting the thighs.
- The shoulder belt must contact the chest
and be centred on the shoulder.
Raise or lower head rest until vehicle
shoulder belt is on child’s shoulder.
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
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fitting your child seat into your car
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The child seat can be used as a ‘booster seat’ for
children over 22kg by removing the back section of the
seat.
To remove seat back, place the car seat on the floor.
While holding the base, push the seat back rearward
and lift the back from the base.
Place the booster in a vehicle seat with a lap and
shoulder belt system.WARNING: do not place the
booster in a seating position that only provides a lap
belt (such as the center rear seat on many vehicles).
Position the booster firmly against the vehicle seat
back.
Position the child with their back flat against vehicle seat
back. Pull the vehicle lap and shoulder belt across the
front of child and fasten buckle. Position vehicle lap belt
under both armrests and adjust until a snug fit.The
shoulder (diagonal) belt should be routed over the
armrest and over the child's chest.
- The lap belt must be low on the hips, contacting
the thighs.
- The shoulder belt must contact the chest and be
centred on the shoulder.
The red belt clip can be used to position the
diagonal belt securely on the childs shoulder, away
from the neck. Pass the strap behind the childs back, so
the clip rests on the childs shoulder, then feed the
diagonal belt through the clip.Adjust the strap length
so the clip holds the belt securely on the shoulder.
Ensure that the other end of the strap is secured into
the plastic loop at the back of the seat base.
Group 3 - To set up for use from 22kg to 36kg
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1
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base
top of arms
wings
seat back


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7final checklist
However safe a child seat is, however well built it is, your child's safety depends on you.
Read this final checklist once you have fitted your child seat in your car :
Check that your child is secure before each journey.
Check that both the lap and diagonal sections of the vehicle seat belt are correctly
postioned.
REMEMBER: Misusing your child seat will reduce the protection and safety you offer
your child.
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
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fitting your child seat into your car
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The child seat can be used as a ‘booster seat’ for
children over 22kg by removing the back section of the
seat.
To remove seat back, place the car seat on the floor.
While holding the base, push the seat back rearward
and lift the back from the base.
Place the booster in a vehicle seat with a lap and
shoulder belt system.WARNING: do not place the
booster in a seating position that only provides a lap
belt (such as the center rear seat on many vehicles).
Position the booster firmly against the vehicle seat
back.
Position the child with their back flat against vehicle seat
back. Pull the vehicle lap and shoulder belt across the
front of child and fasten buckle. Position vehicle lap belt
under both armrests and adjust until a snug fit.The
shoulder (diagonal) belt should be routed over the
armrest and over the child's chest.
- The lap belt must be low on the hips, contacting
the thighs.
- The shoulder belt must contact the chest and be
centred on the shoulder.
The red belt clip can be used to position the
diagonal belt securely on the childs shoulder, away
from the neck. Pass the strap behind the childs back, so
the clip rests on the childs shoulder, then feed the
diagonal belt through the clip.Adjust the strap length
so the clip holds the belt securely on the shoulder.
Ensure that the other end of the strap is secured into
the plastic loop at the back of the seat base.
Group 3 - To set up for use from 22kg to 36kg
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1
3
base
top of arms
wings
seat back


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7final checklist
However safe a child seat is, however well built it is, your child's safety depends on you.
Read this final checklist once you have fitted your child seat in your car :
Check that your child is secure before each journey.
Check that both the lap and diagonal sections of the vehicle seat belt are correctly
postioned.
REMEMBER: Misusing your child seat will reduce the protection and safety you offer
your child.
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8returning to high back configuration
AFTER YOU HAVE USED THE CHILD SEAT FOR AN OLDER CHILD
(GROUP 3) YOU MUST FOLLOW THE GUIDELINES BELOW WHEN
RE-USING THE SEAT FOR A YOUNGER CHILD (GROUP 2).
To install seat back: Place booster car seat base on the floor
or other firm surface. Holding seat back slightly reclined,
place tabs at bottom of seat back into slots of seat base.
Push seat back into an upright position .
Press down firmly until wings on side of seat back touch arms
on seat base and tabs fully engage with slots in base.
Removing the fabric cover
�The fabric cover can be removed from the seat. Release the elasticated edges of the
cover from the seat. Carefully remove the cover. Please refer to the sewn in label for care
instructions.
Cleaning the seat
�The plastic parts can be sponged with a mild detergent and warm water. Dry thoroughly
before use.
care of your product
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customer care
If you have a problem with this product or require replacement parts, please
contact your nearest mothercare store or telephone the mothercare Customer
Care Line on 08453 30 40 30.
Alternatively, write to:
Customer Care, Mothercare Uk Ltd, Cherry Tree Road, Watford, Herts, WD24 6SH
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accessories & replacement parts
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base
top of arms
wings
seat back
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Your child seat and its cover have been carefully designed, manufactured and tested to the highest
safety standards.
Do not put your child's safety at risk by using without a seat cover. The seat cover should not be
replaced with any other than the one recommended by mothercare, because the cover constitutes
an integral part of the restraint performance.
The safety of this seat may be compromised by the use of accessories not approved by mothercare.
The replacement parts listed below are available for your product. In the event that you require any
of these parts, please contact your local
mothercare store or contact Customer Care on
08453 30 40 30.
Replacement parts
Booster cover
Back cover
Head rest cover
Diagonal belt clip
BOOSTER COVER
BACK
COVER
HEADREST
COVER
DIAGONAL
BELT CLIP