Orbit baby G3 Installation and operation manual

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Bassinet
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Important: Read these instructions carefully before use and keep them for future
reference. Your child's safety may be affected if you do not follow these instructions.
The Orbit Baby Bassinet can be used with the Orbit Baby Rocker Base (sold separately).
Using this Instruction Manual:
Each step is described in both text in this booklet, and illustrations in the manual foldout. Numbers like
󱫁in this booklet refer to the related sections in the manual foldout. Boxes like 󱪼in this booklet refer to
individual steps illustrated in sections of the manual foldout.
Letters like Ⓐrefer to the product parts identified on the labeled illustrations located both in this booklet
and in the manual foldout.
Some generic product names may differ by country. Stroller may be called pushchair. Bassinet may be called carry
cot. Bassinet on a stroller frame may be called pram. Rocker base may be called stand.
All product specifications subject to change.
Orbit Baby Bassinet
Orbit Baby Rocker Base
(sold separately)

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sunshade
bassinet cover
rocker tube
anti-rock arm
mattress pad
rocker base
SmartHub®*
upholstery
bassinet post
plastic grommet
release levers
outer fabric
Ⓑ
Ⓒ
Ⓔ
Ⓕ
Ⓐ
Ⓗ
Ⓘ
Ⓖ
Ⓛ
Ⓚ
Ⓜ
Ⓝ
Ⓞ
webbing loop
black metal bar
Paparazzi Shield®
bassinet hub
Ⓙ
*rocker base sold separately
Ⓓ
mattress cover
Ⓟ

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⚠ WARNING ⚠
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS AND THE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
◦ Do not let others use the Orbit Baby Bassinet or other connected Orbit Baby products
unless they understand how to properly use them.
◦ Do not use the bassinet or rocker base if any parts are damaged, broken or missing. Use
only replacement parts supplied and approved by Orbit Baby. If the instruction manual is
missing or you need replacement parts or assistance, see the contact information included
with this product.
◦ This bassinet is intended for children from birth up to 20 lbs (9 kg).
◦ Do not use this bassinet if you cannot exactly follow the accompanying instructions.
PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
◦ NEVER leave your child unattended.
◦ WARNING It may be dangerous to leave your child unattended.
◦ Always provide the supervision necessary for the continued safety of your child.
◦ Bassinet must be fully erected and locked in position prior to use.
◦ To reduce the risk of SIDS, pediatricians recommend a healthy infant be placed on his/her
back to sleep, unless otherwise advised by your physician.
◦ NEVER use the bassinet in motor vehicles.
◦ Be aware of the risk of open fire and other sources of strong heat, such as electric bar fires,
gas fires, etc., in the near vicinity of the bassinet.
◦ WARNING This product is only suitable for a child who cannot sit unaided.
◦ Discontinue use when the infant can roll over or begins to push up on his/her hands and knees
(about 5 months of age) or when weight exceeds 20 lbs (9 kg), whichever comes first. Since
an infant’s ability to roll or push up varies from individual to individual, it is important that you
evaluate this criteria often, rather than adhering to any specific weight and age limitations.
◦ Do not use with more than one infant at a time.
◦ Maximum weight capacity of Bassinet is 20 lbs (9 kg).

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⚠ WARNING ⚠
FALL HAZARD: Avoid serious injury from falls or tipover.
◦ Use the bassinet on the stroller base, the rocker base or the floor. Child's movement can
slide bassinet. NEVER place bassinet near edges of counter tops, tables or other elevated
surfaces.
◦ WARNING Only use rocker base and bassinet on a firm, horizontal level and dry surface.
◦ WARNING Do not let other children play unattended near the bassinet or rocker base.
◦ Do not place parcels or accessory items on the bassinet unless made by or specifically
approved by Orbit Baby. Parcels or accessory items can make the bassinet unstable.
◦ WARNING Any load attached to the bassinet affects the stability of the pram/pushchair.
STRANGULATION HAZARD:
◦ Strings can cause strangulation! Do not place items with a string around a child's neck,
such as hood strings or pacifier cords. Do not suspend strings over the bassinet or attach
strings to toys.
SUFFOCATION HAZARD:
◦ Infants have suffocated in gaps between mattress too small or too thick and bassinet
sides or on soft bedding. Never add a mattress, pillow, comforter or padding. Use only the
mattress provided by Orbit Baby.
◦ Do not use a sheet to cover the mattress pad.
◦ The bassinet can roll over on soft surfaces and suffocate the child. NEVER place the
bassinet on beds, sofas and other soft surfaces.
◦ Bassinet must be fully erected and locked in position prior to use.
◦ WARNING Ensure that all locking devices are engaged before use.

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Getting Started
Remove all the parts from the box. For Bassinet you should have received a bassinet. For Rocker
Base (sold separately) you should have received a rocker base SmartHub, and two (2) rocker tubes.
These parts are illustrated in your manual foldout.
󱫁 Assemble the bassinet
󱪼Remove the bassinet cover Ⓑby pulling the two plastic grommets Ⓒand two elastic loops off of
the bassinet posts Ⓔ.
󱪼Pull back the upholstery Ⓕat the foot end of the bassinet.
󱪼Pull on the webbing loop Ⓞon the interior of the bassinet to move the black metal bar Ⓝ into
position under the plastic clips. It may help to move the webbing loop to one corner of the metal
bar and pull it into place and then move the loop to the other corner to pull it into place.
󱪼Repeat this process at the head end of the bassinet by pulling back the upholstery and using the
webbing loop to pull the black metal bar into place. After both bars are locked in place, replace the
upholstery and sunshade Ⓐonto the bassinet frame.
󱫃 Install the cover (optional)
󱪼Stretch the foot end of the bassinet cover Ⓑ over the foot end of the bassinet.
󱪼Attach the two plastic grommets Ⓒand elastic loops of the cover onto the bassinet posts Ⓔ.
⚠ WARNING ⚠
◦ Rocker base must be properly assembled before use.
󱫅Assemble the rocker base (sold separately).
󱪼Insert the rocker tubes Ⓗinto the rocker base SmartHub Ⓖ.
󱪼Ensure that all four rocker base snap buttons are locked in place.
Assembly of the Orbit Baby Bassinet and Rocker Base is now complete.

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⚠ WARNING ⚠
FALL HAZARD: Avoid serious injury from falls or tipover.
◦ WARNING This product is only suitable for a child who cannot sit unaided.
◦ Discontinue use when the infant can roll over or begins to push up on his/her hands and
knees (about 5 months of age) or when his/her weight exceeds 20 lbs (9 kg), whichever
comes first. Since an infant’s ability to roll or push up varies from individual to individual, it is
important that you evaluate this criterion often, rather than adhering to any specific weight
and age limitations.
◦ Maximum weight capacity of bassinet is 20 lbs (9 kg).
STRANGULATION HAZARD:
◦ Do not place in or near this bassinet any cord, strap or similar item that could become
wrapped around a child’s neck.
◦ Do not place this bassinet near a window or a patio door where a child could reach the
cord of a blind or curtain and be strangled.
󱫇 Placing your infant in the bassinet
󱪼 When placing on the mattress pad Ⓙ, ensure that your infant is centered in the head-to-toe and
side-to-side directions.
Securing Your Infant

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⚠ WARNING ⚠
PINCH HAZARD:
◦ Keep hands and fingers, especially of children, clear of moving parts and the SmartHub.
Prevent falls when carrying:
◦ Use caution when lifting the bassinet. Use both side handles as the weight may be off-
center, causing the bassinet to tip down towards one end.
When you use the bassinet with the Orbit Baby Stroller Base and Orbit Baby Rocker Base:
◦ Keep the SmartHub area clean. Keep all metal and plastic parts clear of objects, debris and
liquids to allow proper and safe locking of the bassinet. Never place the bassinet in sand or
other surfaces with fine, loose particles.
◦ The handles and bottom of the bassinet should be inspected regularly for signs of damage
and wear.
◦ Listen for audible 'CLICK' which indicates that the bassinet is locked into the SmartHub.
◦ Always check that the bassinet is securely locked into the SmartHub by tugging upwards
and turning.
◦ Lock the stroller wheels, or engage the rocker base anti-rock arms, and check the stability
of the bassinet before placing the infant in or removing the infant from the bassinet.
◦ Bassinet rotation must always be locked in position before moving. Do not rotate the
bassinet when stroller base or rocker base is in motion.
◦ Bassinet must be fully erected and locked in position prior to use on the stroller base.
◦ Lock wheels and check stability when stroller base is stationary.
◦ Do not stroll with bassinet side-facing. Side-facing position is for stationary use only.
◦ WARNING Check that the pram body or seat unit attachment devices are correctly
engaged before use.
Using Your Bassinet

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󱫉Using the bassinet on the stroller base
󱪼To dock the bassinet on the stroller base, pull both release levers Ⓚ, align the bassinet hub Ⓟ with
the stroller SmartHub, and push the bassinet down on the stroller base. To rotate the bassinet,
grasp both side handles, pull both release levers and rotate to the next locking position.
⚠ WARNING ⚠
◦Only use the bassinet on the Orbit Baby Rocker Base. Do not use with any other rocker
base or stand.
◦Bassinet must be fully erected and locked in position prior to use on the rocker base.
◦ Always use the anti-rock arms to prevent rocking when the infant is sleeping in the bassinet,
when not in attendance or not actively rocking the infant in the bassinet.
◦ Bassinet must be locked in one of the four locking positions on the rocker base.
◦ WARNING Check that the pram body or seat unit attachment devices are correctly
engaged before use.
󱫋Using the bassinet on the rocker base
󱪼To dock the bassinet on the rocker base, pull both release levers Ⓚand push the bassinet hub Ⓟ
down on the rocker base SmartHub Ⓖ. To rotate the bassinet, grasp both side handles, pull both
release levers and rotate to the next locking position.
⚠ WARNING ⚠
CRUSHING HAZARD:
◦ Do not put objects on the top of the sunshade. The weight of the objects may cause the
sunshade to collapse.

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󱫍Using the Sunshade and Paparazzi Shield
󱪼To deploy the sunshade Ⓐ, pull it up into the desired position. Pull the Paparazzi Shield Ⓜout of
the sunshade.
󱪼Secure the Paparazzi Shield elastic over the foot end of the bassinet.
⚠ WARNING ⚠
◦ Always use the anti-rock arms to prevent rocking when the infant is sleeping in the bassinet,
when not in attendance or not actively rocking the infant in the bassinet.
󱫏Using the rocker base anti-rock arms
󱪼To temporarily prevent the rocker base from rocking, lift up on the anti-rock arm Ⓘ.
󱪼Rotate the anti-rock arm Ⓘ until it locks into place; to prevent rocking, lock both arms on one
rocker tube Ⓗ.
Traveling and Storing
Traveling and Storing
󱫑Collapsing the bassinet
󱪼Pull back the upholstery Ⓕon the foot end of the bassinet.
󱪼Pull on the webbing loop Ⓞto move the black metal bar Ⓝout from under the plastic clips
towards the center of the bassinet. Pull back the upholstery on the other end of the bassinet and
pull the black metal bar out from under the plastic clips. To collapse, push down on the bassinet
frame and fold the sunshade Ⓐ flat.
󱪼Orbit Baby recommends always using the Orbit Baby Stroller Travel Bag (sold separately) when
traveling in order to protect your bassinet.

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󱫒Collapsing the rocker base
󱪼When the rocker base is not in use, it must be collapsed and put away. To take apart the rocker
base, press down on the rocker base snap buttons as you remove the rocker tubes Ⓗfrom the
rocker base SmartHub Ⓖ. Each tube has two snap buttons, one on each side of the SmartHub.
Cleaning
Avoid excessive exposure to sun or heat, which may cause fading or warping. Keep the SmartHub
free of abrasive grime and moisture. If wet, use a soft cloth to dry. All hard goods (plastic and metal)
may be wiped clean with Orbit Baby's Cream Scrub or a damp cloth. Never use bleach or detergents.
Do not submerge or use running water on any metal or plastic parts of the bassinet.
⚠ WARNING ⚠
◦ To prevent entrapment and falls, upholstery must be properly attached.
󱫓

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󱫓 Removing your bassinet mattress and upholstery (images on previous page)
󱪼 Remove the mattress pad by lifting at the edges. Mattress cover can be removed from the
mattress pad by opening the flap closure on the back of the mattress cover Ⓓ.
󱪼Pull back the upholstery Ⓕ from the bassinet frame separating it all the way around the bassinet.
󱪼Remove the sunshade Ⓐby unzipping it from the sunshade spar.
Replace the upholstery after washing and drying by reversing the steps above.
Cleaning Instructions: The sunshade Ⓐand outer fabric Ⓛcan be spot cleaned with Orbit Baby's
Spot Treatment or a clean, wet cloth. The bassinet mattress pad Ⓙ, mattress mesh, mattress cover
Ⓓand upholstery Ⓕcan be machine-washed in cold water on a gentle cycle with a mild detergent,
such as Orbit Baby's Upholstery Wash. Washing inside a pillow case and in a front-loading washer is
recommended. Line dry. Replace the mattress pad, mattress mesh, mattress cover, upholstery and
sunshade once cleaned and completely dried. Do not use the bassinet without them.

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