Mothers choice kin AP User manual

INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
kin AP
convertible booster seat
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New Zealand Customers
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Product specifications
Product weight: 5.8kg
Product dimensions: 45 (W) x 40 (D) x 77– 85 (H) CM
Carton weight: 7.8kg
Carton dimensions: 46 (W) x 44 (D) x 79 (H) CM
Pack size: 1
motherschoice.com.au
prime AP
convertible car seat
Air Protect™technology
for superior side
impact protection
Also available
Child Restraint
Extension Straps
300mm
Item# 014398
600mm
Item# 014399
A convertible booster that grows with your child. Offering the added
protection of Air Protect™ and wicking fabric
Features
• Air Protect™ superior side impact protection
• Wicking fabric to keep your child cool and dry
• Easy one handed 5 poistion headrest adjustment
• Installation recline for better fitment into most cars
• Removable and machine washable insert and
harness pads
• Plush infant insert
• 2 swing out cup holders
• Arm rests for child’s comfort
• 2 year fabric warranty on the cover and a 6 year hardware
warranty for your peace of mind
• Narrow, yet comfortable seat allows for up to 3 seats
across the back
Suitability
Toddler Mode
• To be used in forward-facing position with built-in harness
from approx. 6 months to approx. 4 years of age or until the
child’s shoulders reach the middle shoulder height marker.
Booster Mode
• To be used with a lap-sash seatbelt from approx. 4 years
of age to approx. 8 years of age or until child’s shoulders
reach the upper shoulder height marker.
Blackened Sky
Item# 019030
Meteor Blue
Item# 019129
Moonlit Grey
Item# 019029
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The zeal AP booster seat has been designed to
grow with your child
Features
• Air Protect™ superior side impact protection
• Wicking fabric to keep your child cool and dry
• Easy one handed 5 poistion headrest adjustment
• Installation recline for better fitment into most cars
• Removable and machine washable fabric cover
• Plush infant insert
• 2 swing out cup holders
• 2 year fabric warranty on the cover and a 6 year hardware
warranty for your peace of mind
• Narrow, yet comfortable seat allows for up to 3 seats
across the back
Suitability
Booster Mode
To be used with a lap-sash seat belt from approx.
4 years of age to approx. 8 years of age or until
child’s shoulders reach the upper shoulder height marker.
• Air Protect™ superior side impact protection
• 5 position headrest adjustment
• Removable infant insert and harness pads
• Machine washable covers
Illustrations and designs may vary.

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QUICK START GUIDE
LOOSEN TETHER
PUSH
BEHIND SEAT CLICK
REMOVE SLACK
HARNESSED MODE:
6 MONTHS TO 4 YEARS APPROXIMATELY

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For detailed step by step installation instructions, please refer to page 23.
REMOVE SLACK
CORRECT INCORRECT
QUICK START GUIDE
ATTACH TOP TETHER
Tighten till slack is removed

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QUICK START GUIDE
FOLD
LIFT
FLAP
TUCK
INTO TRIM
PULL COVER OVER
ROLL
BOOSTER
MODE
ROLL
For detailed step by step installation instructions, please refer to page 25.
TRANSITIONING TO BOOSTER MODE:
REMOVING HARNESS

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QUICK START GUIDE
BOOSTER MODE: 4 years to 6 - 8 years approximately
PUSH
LOOSEN TETHER
CLICK
For detailed step by step installation instructions, please refer to page 29.
CORRECT INCORRECT
BOOSTER MODE:
4 YEARS TO 8 YEARS APPROXIMATELY
ATTACH TOP TETHER
Tighten till slack is removed

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contents
Quick Start Guide 2 - 5
Contents 6
Introduction 7
Warnings 8 - 9
The Next Seat for your Child 10
PREPARING VEHICLE FOR YOUR SEAT
Components List - Harnessed 11
Shoulder Height Markers - Harnessed 12
Location of Top Tether Anchorage Point 13
Correctly Connecting the Top Tether 14
Anchorage Fitting Installation 15 - 16
Correct Vehicle Position 17
Securing and Adjusting Top Tether Strap 18
HARNESS MODE
Adjusting the Harness Height 19
Fitting the Harness to your Child 20
Functional Adjustments 21
Fastening the Buckle Assembly 22
INSTALLATION
Installation - Harness Mode 23 - 24
BOOSTER MODE
Converting to Booster Mode 25
Shoulder Height Markers - Booster Mode 26
Components List - Booster 27
Positioning Booster in the Vehicle 28
Securing Your Child in the Vehicle 29
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Caring for the Buckle 30 - 31
Caring for Seat Fabrics 32 - 33
Cleaning the Plastic Shell 34
Guarantee 35
Notes 36 - 38
Registration 39

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Before you start:
Call our Customer Service Team: 1300 809 526
Monday to Friday (8:30am - 5:00pm AEST)
or send an email: [email protected]
www.motherschoice.com.au mother’s choice
Need assistance?
Thank you for purchasing this child seat. This product is suitable
for children approximately 6 months old, to approximately 6 to 8
years old. We welcome you as a valued customer, and trust that
your child will enjoy many years of comfort and safety.
No child restraint can guarantee absolute protection from a crash.
However proper use of this restraint may reduce the risk of injury
or death!

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WARNINGS
Please read and follow all of the instructions outlined in this manual for maximum
protection.
If you have any questions regarding the installation or use of this child restraint in
Australia or New Zealand, please contact our customer service numbers provided.
An alternative option is to also contact any registered child tting station authorised
by your local transport authority.
No child restraint can guarantee absolute protection from a crash. However proper
use of this restraint may reduce the risk of injury or death.
WARNINGS
IMPORTANT: RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
THESE INSTRUCTIONS DETAIL THE SAFE USE, FITMENT AND
MAINTENANCE OF THE SEAT.
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND ENSURE THAT
THEY ARE FOLLOWED AT ALL TIMES.
NO SAFETY SEAT CAN GUARANTEE PROTECTION FROM INJURY
HOWEVER, PROPER USE OF THIS SEAT REDUCES THE RISK OF SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH TO YOUR CHILD.
THIS RESTRAINT MUST BE ATTACHED TO A CHILD RESTRAINT UPPER
ANCHORAGE POINT IN THE CAR. REFER TO CAR OWNER’S HANDBOOK
FOR LOCATION OF UPPER ANCHORAGE POINTS. REFER TO A CHILD
RESTRAINT FITTING STATION IF NO UPPER ANCHORAGE POINTS ARE IN
THE MOTOR CAR.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions at all times.
• To be used in a forward-facing position with built-in harness by a child whose
shoulders are above the lower shoulder height marker (approximately 6
months of age) until their shoulders reach the middle shoulder height marker
(approximately 4 years of age).
• Then to be used with a lap-sash seatbelt until the child’s shoulders reach the
upper shoulder height marker (approximately 6 to 8 years of age).
• Continue to use this child restraint until the child reaches this limit. Children are
safest in a booster seat until their shoulders reach the upper shoulder height
marker of the booster seat.
• Do not use this child restraint until child’s shoulders are above the lower shoulder
height marker.
• THIS RESTRAINT MUST BE USED IN CARS WITH FORWARD-FACING SEATS
WITH A LAP-SASH SEATBELT. THIS BOOSTER SEAT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR
USE WITH A CHILD HARNESS.
• If the knees do not bend in front of the vehicle seat cushion continue to use a
booster seat.

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WARNINGS
WARNINGS
• Just using a seatbelt is not recommended for children that have outgrown this
seat. Use a larger booster seat.
• Use the restraint exactly as shown in the instructions.
• Supervision of children is needed because they may be able to undo the
buckles.
• DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED IN THE CAR.
• Do not alter or modify this restraint.
• Repairs must only be done by the manufacturers or agent.
• Do not allow the restraint to come into contact with polishes, oils, bleach and
other chemicals.
• Destroy the restraint if it has been in a severe crash, even if no damage is visible.
• DO NOT USE THIS RESTRAINT WITHOUT THE COVER.
• DO NOT USE WITH JUST A LAP BELT. You must use with a lap-sash seatbelt.
• The lap part of the seatbelt must be rmly across the thighs and the sash belt
tted diagonally across the chest and on the shoulder.
• Fit the restraint rmly to the car seat.
• Fit the harness rmly to the child.
• A loose restraint or harness is dangerous.
• Always secure the loose end of the top tether strap. Do not use the child restraint
where this strap may fall into a split in the seat back or o the side of the seat.
• ALWAYS ATTACH HOOK AND REMOVE SLACK.
• Seatbelt extenders are not recommended to be used if the seatbelt is not long
enough to secure the child restraint. If seatbelts are too short then advice should
be sought from a child restraint tter and their recommendation be considered
before using a seatbelt extender.
• This child restraint is not approved for use with any connectors that connect to
the car’s ISOFIX low anchorages.
• The use of child restraints in the front seat may be restricted for children of
specic ages by local legislation. Please check with your local legislation
regarding any restriction for child restraint.
• Care and attention should always be given to ventilation and shading of the
occupant.
• Use of aftermarket accessories (i.e. items not provided in the box with the child
restraint), can reduce the safety provided by child restraint and may cause injury
or death. For approved aftermarket accessories please refer to page 13.
• Ensure the belt webbing is not twisted.
• TO BE USED WITH A LAP-SASH SEATBELT IN THE FRONT/BACK OF
MOST CARS WITH FORWARD FACING SEATS.

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PREPARING VEHICLE FOR YOUR SEAT
If your child is transitioning out of a booster, try this
simple three point test. You may nd that your child
is not yet ready to use an adult seatbelt without the
booster.
When your child has outgrown the seat, you can either use:
A booster seat suitable for children up to 4-10 years of age until
their shoulders reach the upper height marker of the booster
seat. NOTE: This illustration is representative only.
Or, follow the steps below to see if your child is ready to use
a vehicle seat belt.
3 POINT TEST
1. Does the sash part of the seatbelt sit on the middle of the shoulder
and not touch the neck or face?
2. Does the lap part of the seatbelt sit low down on the hips and not
on the abdomen?
3. When you sit the child on the seat with their bottom all the way back,
are their thighs long enough for their knees to bend allowing the legs
to hang over the front of the seat?
INCORRECT
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Sash part
across neck
and face and
not shoulder
Lap belt
across
stomach and
not low on
hips
Legs are not long
enough so child is
slumping in seat
CORRECT
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Sash on shoulder
and not on neck
or face
Lap belt low
across hips and
not stomach
Legs long enough
to bend at knees
- no slumping
If you answered “no” to any of these questions, your child needs to be in a booster
seat to make both the sash and the lap part of the seatbelt t right to ensure
maximum crash protection.
THE NEXT SEAT FOR YOUR CHILD

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Marker A
IMPORTANT: FOLLOW THIS ADVICE
SHOULDER HEIGHT MARKERS - HARNESSED
Marker B
The child’s shoulders must be
in-line or above this marker. If the
child’s shoulders are below then the
child should remain in their previous
child restraint.
MARKER A:
LOWER HEIGHT MARKER Harnessed Mode
Convert to Booster Mode when
the child’s shoulders reach this
middle height marker. If the
child’s shoulders are below, then
continue to use the harness.
MARKER B:
MIDDLE HEIGHT MARKER Harnessed Mode
The child restraint is unsuitable for the occupant when the shoulders are
below the lower marker (Marker A) or above the upper marker (Marker C, refer
to page 26). The child needs to be moved into the next form of restraint when
they reach the top shoulder height marker. For more information, refer to
page 10.
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Forward-Facing Belt Path Markers
COMPONENTS LIST FOR HARNESSED USE
A. Air Protect Cell (x2)
B. Adjustable Headrest
C. Shoulder Height Markers
D. Harness Slots
E. Belt Mates (x2)
F. Multi-Purpose Utility Straps
G. Harness
H. Buckle
I. Removable Insert
J. Harness Release Lever
(between trim)
K. Forward-Facing Belt Path
Markers
L. Cup Holder (both sides)
M. Adjuster Strap
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N. Headrest Lever
O. Top Tether Strap
P. Top Tether Adjuster
Q. Top Tether / Instruction
Manual Storage Pocket
R. Top Tether Hook
S. Anchor Fitting
T. Forward-Facing Belt Path
Markers
U. Splitter Plate
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• The anchor point can be found in dierent locations in dierent cars. The
illustration above shows possible locations of anchor points. Sometimes it is
on the parcel shelf in sedans, and on the oor area in station wagons, vans and
hatchbacks. Make sure that you do not confuse the luggage hook in the back of
a station wagon with anchor points. Refer to your owner’s manual.
• An extension strap may be needed for vehicles without a xed parcel shelf.
Extension straps and extra ttings are available from various stores.
• Use of aftermarket accessories (i.e. items not provided in the box with the child
restraint), can reduce the safety provided by the child restraint
and may cause injury or death.
LOCATION OF TOP TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT
Extension straps 300mm
ref no. 015057
Extension straps 600mm
ref no. 015058
Anchor bolt kit ref no. 014400 Locking clip ref no. 014401
Forward-Facing Belt Path Markers
COMPONENTS LIST FOR HARNESSED USE
N. Headrest Lever
O. Top Tether Strap
P. Top Tether Adjuster
Q. Top Tether / Instruction
Manual Storage Pocket
R. Top Tether Hook
S. Anchor Fitting
T. Forward-Facing Belt Path
Markers
U. Splitter Plate
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CORRECTLY CONNECTING THE TOP TETHER
Child restraints must be used correctly to provide proper protection for your
child. The anchorage system on child restraint must be used in the correct way.
CORRECT
Make sure there is no slack in the top strap and the attachment clip is upright in
the anchorage tting.
INCORRECT
The clip must not lie at on the anchorage tting.
INSTALLATION CORRECT
Make sure there is no
slack in the top strap
and the attachment
clip is upright in the
anchorage tting.
The clip must not
lie at on the
anchorage tting.
Anchorages in
vertical panel at
rear of vehicle
Floor mounted
anchorages
INCORRECT
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
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Child restraints must be used correctly to provide proper protection for your child. The
anchorage system on child restraints must be used in the correct way.
CORRECT
Make sure there is no slack in the top strap and the attachment clip is upright in the
anchorage fitting.
INCORRECT
The clip must not lie flat on the anchorage fitting.
Vehicle information
Anchorage fitment check
INCOR-
INSTALLATION CORRECT
Make sure there is no
slack in the top strap
and the attachment clip
is upright in the anchor-
age fitting.
The clip must not
lie flat on the
anchorage fitting.
Anchorages in
vertical panel at
rear of vehicle
Floor mounted
anchorages
INCORRECT
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
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Child restraints must be used correctly to provide proper protection for your child. The
anchorage system on child restraints must be used in the correct way.
CORRECT
Make sure there is no slack in the top strap and the attachment clip is upright in the
anchorage fitting.
INCORRECT
The clip must not lie flat on the anchorage fitting.
Vehicle information
Anchorage fitment check
INCOR-
INSTALLATION CORRECT
Make sure there is no
slack in the top strap
and the attachment clip
is upright in the anchor-
age fitting.
The clip must not
lie flat on the
anchorage fitting.
Anchorages in
vertical panel at
rear of vehicle
Floor mounted
anchorages
INCORRECT
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
16 IEuro Plus IConvertible Car Seat IMaxi-Cosi
Child restraints must be used correctly to provide proper protection for your child. The
anchorage system on child restraints must be used in the correct way.
CORRECT
Make sure there is no slack in the top strap and the attachment clip is upright in the
anchorage fitting.
INCORRECT
The clip must not lie flat on the anchorage fitting.
Vehicle information
Anchorage fitment check
INCOR-
INSTALLATION CORRECT
Make sure there is no
slack in the top strap
and the attachment clip
is upright in the anchor-
age fitting.
The clip must not
lie flat on the
anchorage fitting.
Anchorages in
vertical panel at
rear of vehicle
Floor mounted
anchorages
INCORRECT
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
16 IEuro Plus IConvertible Car Seat IMaxi-Cosi
Child restraints must be used correctly to provide proper protection for your child. The
anchorage system on child restraints must be used in the correct way.
CORRECT
Make sure there is no slack in the top strap and the attachment clip is upright in the
anchorage fitting.
INCORRECT
The clip must not lie flat on the anchorage fitting.
Vehicle information
Anchorage fitment check
INCOR-
INSTALLATION CORRECT
Make sure there is no
slack in the top strap
and the attachment clip
is upright in the anchor-
age fitting.
The clip must not
lie flat on the
anchorage fitting.
Anchorages in
vertical panel at
rear of vehicle
Floor mounted
anchorages
INCORRECT
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
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Vehicle metal
structure
Spacer(s)
(if required)
Attachment bolt
Anchor fitting
Vehicle trim
Centre line of
seating position
200mm
min.
FOR SEDANS ONLY:
Vehicle metal
structure
Spacer(s)
(if required)
Attachment bolt
Anchor fitting
Vehicle trim
Lock washer
Nut
Reinforcing
washer
For cars tted with a child restraint
upper anchorage point:
Locate the upper anchorage point behind the
rear seating position (consult the car owner’s
handbook for the location of the upper anchorage
point). Remove the thread plug from the parcel
shelf/oor/roof and install the attachment bolt as
shown in Figure 1.
CAUTION: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE
ATTACHMENT BOLT. OVERTIGHTENING
MAY FRACTURE OR BREAK BOLT.
MAXIMUM TORQUE IS 20 Nm.
For cars not tted with a child
restraint upper anchorage point:
For sedans only:
Drill a 9mm diameter hole in the parcel shelf on
the centre-line of the seating position as shown
in Figure 2. Install the anchor bolt as shown in
Figure 3. It is recommended that this installation
be carried out by a child restraint tting station or
licenced motor mechanic.
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2
3
ANCHORAGE FITTING INSTALLATION
For vehicles other than sedans:
In Australia, consult your nearest child restraint
tting station or trafc authority for vehicle
inspection to nd the best, correct position for
the placement of the upper anchorage point, and
for the correct attachment bolt length and use of
spacers. In New Zealand, consult the agent for
the vehicle.
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WARNINGS
CHILD RESTRAINTS MUST NOT BE ATTACHED TO UNSOUND METAL OR
TO WOOD OR SYNTHETIC STRUCTURES. WHEN DRILLING THE 9mm HOLE
DO NOT DRILL THROUGH FUEL LINES, FUEL TANKS, ELECTRICAL WIRING,
OR RADIO SPEAKERS. WEBBING STRAPS MUST BE PROTECTED FROM
SHARP CORNERS AND EDGES.
THE ANCHOR FITTING MUST BE USED ONLY AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. IT
MUST NOT BE HOOKED ONTO ANY OTHER OBJECT.
IMPROPER PLACEMENT OF THE SAFETY SEAT INCREASES THE RISK OF
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Some seating positions in your vehicle may NOT be safe for this safety seat. Some
vehicles do not have any seating positions that can be used safely with the seat.
If you are not sure where to place the booster seat in your vehicle, consult your
vehicle’s owner’s handbook.
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CORRECT VEHICLE POSITION
CORRECT
USE
CORRECT
USE
INCORRECT
USE
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SECURING AND ADJUSTING TOP TETHER STRAP
1. Press on the adjuster button and
pull strap to loosen.
2. Attach top tether strap to vehicle
anchor point.
3. Place one knee on child restraint,
push down rmly and tighten top
anchorage strap by pulling free
end of strap.
Always secure the loose end of the top tether strap to prevent it hanging out
of the car or being accessible by the child. Please store excess webbing in
the rear pocket at the rear of the restraint.
CAUTION: CHILDREN CAN BE INJURED OR RESTRAINTS AND TOP
TETHER STRAP DAMAGED BY UNSECURED CARGO IN A COLLISION.
SECURE OR REMOVE HAZARDOUS CARGO BEFORE USING THIS CHILD
RESTRAINT.
THIS RESTRAINT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE WHERE THE TOP TETHER
STRAP MAY FALL INTO A SPLIT IN THE SEAT BACK OR OFF THE SIDE OF
THE SEAT.
NOTE: Ensure the base of the
seat is not lifted from
the car seat.
PUSH
PULL TO
TIGHTEN
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HARNESS MODE
TO ADJUST SHOULDER STRAP HEIGHT:
1. Place thumb or nger through cover opening
and press the harness release lever at the front
of seat.
2. Pull both shoulder straps simultaneously
to loosen.
Always adjust the height of the shoulder straps as the child grows.
WARNINGS
NOTE: Ensure the harness
heights are of equal length.
You MUST make these adjustments to your child restraint before you
install the seat in the vehicle. Please adjust harness according to the
infants shoulder height marker prior to installation.
The shoulder straps must be in the slots
which are nearest to the child’s shoulders,
but not more than 25 mm below the child’s
shoulders.
(6 months to 4 years, approximately)
FORWARD-FACING
Strap can
be next slot
above
Child
shoulders
Strap cannot
be more than
25mm below
CORRECT INCORRECT
3. Undo the straps from the
splitter plate located on the
back of the child restraint.
4. Re-thread the shoulder
straps through the desired
slots. Reconnect the straps
to the splitter plate.
PRESS
LOOSEN
PRESS
ADJUSTING THE HARNESS

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HARNESS MODE
1. Place thumb through cover opening
and press the harness release lever at
the front of seat.
2. Pull both shoulder straps
simultaneously to loosen.
3. Press the red button to release the
buckle.
4. Place child into the child restraint.
PREPARING CHILD RESTRAINT
TO FIT YOUR CHILD
NOTE: Remove insert if not required.
DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED IN THE CAR.
WARNING
5. Fasten buckle (see page 22).
6. Pull the adjuster strap at the front of
the seat until the harness straps lay
rmly against the child.
PRESS
LOOSEN
PULL
ADJUST SHOULDER STRAP HEIGHT