Naturkind Varius User manual

Naturally - Out of love
This Naturkind pram is made of genuine
biomaterials:
Pure Cotton
from guaranteed organic cultivation
(kbA) for all cloth components
Pure ecological new wool
from monitored biological breeding
(kbT) concerning the stuffing
coconut
wood
Each Naturkind pram - handmade exclusively
for you!
Our models comply with EU standards:
EN 1888 – 2005
EN 1466
Naturkind-Kinderwagen Doppler KG, Hauptstrasse 11, A-4210 Gallneukirchen
Tel: [phone] kinder[email protected] www.naturkind.at
Handling and Maintenance
Naturkind Pram
Type „Varius“

Dear parents,
Congratulations for having chosen a pram developed by our company!
Our commitment as producer means engagement, determination and a
keen sense of responsibility to develop and produce prams providing
cosy comfort and a healthy start into your baby’s life!
Being grateful for having placed confidence in our product we wish you
a lot of fun with your new pram.
Penetrating fibres: Although mesh size of the covering and dimension of stuffing
wool fibres are carefully matched in order to prevent fibres from penetrating, this may
occasionally happen in regular use – which is quite natural and, therefore, we are not
liable for warranty. Penetrating fibres can be easily removed by means of a clothes
brush.
Torn seams/loose buttons: Would you, please, check right away whether all seams
are properly done and all buttons are tight. Should this not be the case, it can be
reclaimed within a fortnight. Reclamations which exceed the birth date of your baby by
more than a month cannot be accepted and must be regarded as normal wear and tear.
Corrosion: Due to a special powder coating the frame is resistant against corrosion.
Damage to the paintwork caused by usage, may however result in rust stains if not
properly treated (cf. maintenance manual). Salty substances (road salt, seawater) may
also lead to corrosion of scratches on tubes nuts and bolts. This can be avoided by
regular proper cleansing. Note that there will be no liability for warranty in cases of
corrosion.
Plastic parts:Plastic parts are liable to break when strained at very low temperature.
For this reason it is strongly advisable to park the pram in a frost-proof area. Broken
plastic parts are only replaced under warranty in case of an obvious fault in the material.
Cork handles: All handles consist of genuine natural cork and are durable under
normal conditions of use. Friction, rubbing and incorrect treatment may damage these
handles and cannot be regarded to be a case of warranty.
Suspension system:The suspension system is subject to a certain wear out. Long and
intensive use will slacken the springs. We do not offer warranty for this kind of wear.
Wheels/tyres:Worn tyres are normal after a certain time of usage. Punctures are
either caused by nails, pieces of broken glass or the like or by wrong air-pressure in the
tyres (1.5 bar is correct) – please check ! Avoid frequent overheating by heavy sunlight
– especially in the boot of cars. Also wheel bearings can wear out by intensive use and
wrong or lacking maintenance.
In all these cases we are not liable to any warranty.

Caution Notice for Naturkind Pram and Soft-Carry Cot:
Please read this caution notice carefully before use and keep the
maintenance manual for further reference to prevent endangerment for your
baby. Proper handling must be explained to everybody using the pram!
This pram is constructed for carrying 1 child only, above an age of 6 months up to
a body weight of 15 kg at maximum.
For babies under 6 months an appropriate carry cot must be used.
WARNING:Never leave your baby unattended.
WARNING:Verify before use that all locks and safeguards are in place!
WARNING:Jogging and skating while pushing the pram is dangerous and, therefore,
prohibited!
WARNING:Check before use whether pram and/or carry cot are in proper state and
neither components are damaged, broken or torn – This being the case you
are not authorized for usage!
WARNING:Don’t stuff your pram with an additional mattress.
WARNING:Use a safety belt as soon as your baby is able to sit by himself/herself.
WARNING:Always use the anti-sub strap in combination with the lap belt.
WARNING:The sit position of the pram is inappropriate for babies under 6 months.
WARNING:Do not attach any loads to the pushing handle. This might cause a dangerous
tilt.
WARNING:When parking the pram always activate both fixing brakes and have an eye
on the tilt of the ground!
WARNING:When your baby is placed into or taken out of the pram both fixing brakes
have to be activated.
WARNING:To beware your baby form suffocation keep away all tiny objects.
WARNING:You may not use an additional seat on this pram!
WARNING: Prams, baby strollers and carry cots are no replacement for beds and may, therefore,
only be used for transport!
WARNING: For safety reasons only use original accessories and spare parts supplied by
Naturkind-Kinderwagen.
WARNING: Keep your pram at due distance from fireplaces or open fires.
The load of the basket must not exceed 3 kg.
The load in the bag at the rear of the roof is limited by 0.2 kg.
Always park the pram out of reach for children and ban them from playing with/inside.
Keep the rain protection away from children.
There is no liability in case of any accident caused by violation of caution notices above.
Cleansing and Maintenance:
Cleansing of fabrics:
All fabric components are removable and can be treated in a washing machine, set
to hand wash 30°C, mild detergent added.
Do not spin-dry or wring.
Dry fabrics only on air (do not use a drier).
Plump up pillows after drying in order to make them fleecy.
Minor stains can be removed by cautious use of a wet cloth and pure water.
Cleaning of the fabrics must correspond with their specific instructions for care! Otherwise
they may shrink; wool might felt, penetrate the cover or form clusters. Fading of colours by
washing and friction is normal wear and tear.
Our fabrics have high non-fade properties but usually fabrics cannot stand extreme sunlight.
Sunlight during the summer season has become rather aggressive nowadays, so that we
strictly recommend parking your pram in the shade – so the fresh colours will last much
longer!
Bleaching of fabric colours by sunlight, friction, detergents or frequent washing cannot be
precluded and is not caused by faults in the material.
Wheels:
The wheels are not counterbalanced. A slight imbalance for manufacturing reasons
is, therefore, possible and cannot be regarded to be faulty.
The air pressure in the tyres must not exceed 1.5 bars!
Avoid longer parking on bright surfaces. Heat and points of pressure can lead to permanent
deformation of the air-chamber wheels.
Maintenance of frame:
Please wipe dry wet metal and plastic parts. All joints and wheels are likely to catch
dust and the lubrication may dry out. To avoid nagging squeak, all hubs and hinges
must be regularly serviced and oiled (every 4 weeks)!
Remove the wheel (cf. manual) and apply a thin film of grease around the
hub.
Apply a few drops of oil to the joint of each hinge and remove the greasy
surface with a cloth.
Minor damages to the paintwork should be polished with sandpaper and
repainted with a touch-up stick (available in a paint shop) in accordance with
its using instructions.
Cleansing of cork handles:
Messy cork handles can be cleaned with tepid water and a soft cloth – beware of
abrasive cleansing cloths!

Please study this manual carefully before use in order to offer utmost
safety for your baby and grant durable pleasure with your pram.
2 years warranty
You are granted a 2 years’ warranty for your pram. The period starts with the date of deliveryby
your dealer. Please keep the receipt for evidence serving as a document for claims.
Warrantycomprises any fault in production and material at the time of delivery.
Legal disclaimer:
Damages to the product in consequence of one of the followingreasons are not liable to
warranty:
>normal wear and tear
>improper use
>excessive load and strain
>faulty replacement of parts
>sloppy care and maintenance
>Consequential damages caused by negligence of minor faults and damages
>improper individual adaptations of the product without previous authorisation of the firm
Examples:
Bleaching of fabrics:Cannot be regarded to be material faults but must be referred to as
normal wear and tear not liable for warranty.
Abrasion marks in fabrics: Mechanical impact such as chafe and friction can cause marks
or even holes in the canvas. We do not grant warranty for damages of this kind.
Consequences of washing the fabrics: Proper washing of the fabrics used for the
pram will neither affect canvas nor sheep’s wool! Please refer to all the details
mentioned in the washing instructions. Following alterations of the fabrics in
consequence of washing are caused by improper washing and not liable for
warranty:
shrinking of canvas
wool getting felt
wool penetrating the canvas
clustering of wool in the pillows
① Handlebar ⑦ Safeguard device
② Tilt ⑧ Swivel lock for pushing-handle
③ Levers for folding ⑨foot part
④ Back-rest
⑤ wheel brake
⑥ transportation lock
①
②
③
④
⑧
⑨
⑤
⑥
⑦

Safeguarding your baby by means of the safety belt:
Open the belt by pressing the thorns of the buckles and place your baby into the ‚Naturkind’
pram. Apply the safety belt and replace the thorns into the buckles. Tighten the belt by
adjusting its length.
Verify a proper placement of the cushions to avoid tender spots on your baby’s skin.
ATTENTION: Always apply the safety belt as soon as your baby is capable of sitting on his/her own.
ATTENTION: Always use the crotch belt combined with the lap belt.
 Adjusting the back rest ④:
 You can choose among 4 different positions – from a
level one up to an upright position
 You can set your favourite position by pulling the
adjusting handle
Let the snap engage and verify a proper hold !
ATTENTION:Don’t let babies under 6 months sit in upright position.
Adjusting the foot part:
Keep the pushbuttons ⑨pressed on
either side and adjust the foot part to
an adequate position
ATTENTION: When using the carrier, the foot rest
has to be kept at a level position, for security reasons, to
prevent the baby from slipping out !
ATTENTION: Foot rest and safety handle may
never be used for lifting and carrying the entire
pram !
Fastening the top part onto the
frame:
1. Apply the brake !
2. Lift the top part in position above
the two black rails attached to the
frame
2. Make both metal bolts (right and left)
glide into the respective apertures
Locked position
:
3. Press the top part on both sides (right and left) gently down until you hear the catch
snap. Verify on both sides whether the red plastic lock over the metal pin has clicked into
place
ATTENTION: Always verify the tight and secure fit of the baby cradle before usage!
3
.
Removing top part from the frame:
1. Apply the brake!
2. Press the red button down (and keep it
pressed !)
3.
Use your forefinger to pull the lever until
you hear the catch open (start on one
side)
4. Do the same on the opposite side
5. Hold the top part with both hands (left
and right) at the back rest and pull it
back a few centimetres in direction of
the handlebar
6. The catch will audibly open to release
the metal bolt
7. Gently push away the top part in
direction off the handle bar and the metal
pin will glide out of the slot
ATTENTION: Mind the fact that it is
absolutely dangerous to remove the top
part while a baby is sitting in the pram !
Geöffneter Zustand:

①Adjusting the tilt ② of the handlebar ①
Applying the brake of the pram:
To make the brake engage in the gear rim
press the brake pedal
Push the pram a few centimetres forward to
make sure that the brake is actually engaged –
verify the hold of the brake ! For disengaging the
brake pull the brake pedal upwards
ATTENTION:Before placing the baby into the pram - and also when taking
your child out of it - make sure that the brake is applied !
Unfolding the pram:
Unfolding the pram:
Disengage transportation lock ⑥
on the right side of the pram
Pull handlebar ①upwards
while propping your other hand on the arm rest..
The frame must audibly snap into the lock on both sides.
ATTENTION:Be sure to verify before use whether all the locks are in place !
Folding the pram:
ATTENTION:
Please mind possible contact points while folding and unfolding the pram
which may lead to bruises if no care is taken, especially with regard to back rest and tilting
the handlebar !
Swivel wheels:
Removing/mounting: In order to remove the swivel wheels,
firmly press the metal pin. For mounting put each wheel into
place until an audible snap can be heard
Attention: Verify the hold of the wheels
Direction lock: Press the lever downwards und turn the wheel
until it latches
Mounting/removing the wheels
A wheel can be pulled off the pivot by pressing the black
pushbutton.
A wheel is mounted again by sliding it on its pivot as far as
to the first stop; then – after pressing the pushbutton – one
can proceed another cm as far as to the second stop. Then the
button should be released and the wheel gently be pulled out
again until it audibly snaps into the groove of the pivot. !
ATTENTION: Verify the hold of the wheels
Keep pushbuttons ②pressed on either side and
bring handlebar to a convenient position
Adjusting the suspension:
The suspension of the wheels can be easily
adjusted between soft and sporty.
When folding the lever at the bottom of the
suspension of both larger wheels in direction
of the baby nest of the pram you increase the
tension and vibration will be reduced on
bumpy ground..
It is possible to fold the pram although the top
part is mounted
Bring back rest und foot rest to a level position
Pull the levers for folding ③on either side
and press down the handlebar.
Unlock the safeguard device ⑦
and the pram will fold
You can now apply the transportation lock ⑥