Osprey POCO AG Series User manual

IMPORTANT! KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
MAXIMUM LOAD 22 KG / 48.5 LBS. (Child, gear and pack weight combined)
WARNING Do not use until the child can sit unaided.
WARNING Do not use carrier with a child weighing less than 7.25kg / 16 lbs.
or more than 18 kg / 40 lbs.
WARNING Do not leave the child unattended in this carrier!
WARNING When the child is in the carrier, their head may be higher than the
adult’s head. Care should be taken to be aware of hazards;
e.g., door frames, low branches of trees, etc.
WARNING Avoid serious injury from falling or sliding out. Always use child
retention system.
WARNING Do not place on counter tops, tables, or other elevated surfaces.
WARNING When using the carrier the adult shall be aware of the following:
+ The Poco AGTM Series is designed only for one child to be carried by an adult.
+ Check the child carrier to assure all buckles, snaps, straps and adjustments
are secure before each use.
+ Always inspect the child carrier prior to use for damage. Never use the child
carrier with a bent frame. Never use with broken buckles anywhere on the pack.
Never use with tearing, torn or ripped seams or fabric anywhere on the pack.
WARNING FALL OR STRANGULATION HAZARD.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR OSPREY POCO AGTM SERIES FRAME CHILD CARRIER.
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OWNER'S MANUAL
POCO AG™SERIES
POCO AG™PREMIUM POCO AG™ PLUS POCO AG™
Congratulations on your purchase of an Osprey Poco AGTM Series child carrier. Three models are
available: the Poco AGTM Premium, Poco AGTM Plus and Poco AGTM. The name of each unique model is
printed on the back of each style carrier. The Poco AGTM Series channels everything we know about
packs into a line of child carriers that are comfortable, supportive, light, well ventilated and easy to
adjust for both the child and the adult’s fit. Thoughtfully designed to ensure the safety and comfort
of your precious cargo, the fully-featured Poco AGTM Series are child carriers done right.
S16 - UPDATED 10/16

POCO AG™SERIES 2
WARNING When using the carrier the adult shall be aware of the following:
+ The carrier is suitable for leisure activities, but not for sport activities; e.g., skiing,
cycling, etc.
+ Care should be taken when putting on or removing the child carrier.
+ The adult’s balance may be adversely affected due to movement of the child and also
the adult.
+ The adult will need to take great care when bending or leaning forward.
+ Be aware that the child in the child carrier may suffer from the effects of weather and
temperature before you do. Dress the child appropriately and occasionally check the
temperature of their ears and face.
+ For sun protection deploy the sunshade and for additional protection apply
sunscreen to child.
+ The child in the child carrier can become tired. Take frequent breaks when using your
Poco AGTM child carrier.
+ Be careful to protect the child’s feet when the child carrier is on or near the floor in
order to avoid injury.
+ Do not let the child stand on the child seat within the carrier.
Make sure to register your Poco AG™ Series child carrier by mailing in the included
registration card or visiting ospreypacks.com/pocoregistration.
1. POCO AGTM CHILD CARRIER SET-UP
1.1 Deploy the articulating footbar by
pulling the footbar back until an
audible click is heard.
1.2 Your Poco AG™ may arrive in the
stored position with the sidearms
connected at the bottom of the side
panel. To set up the carrier for use
release the red male buckle of the
sidearms from the lower grey
female buckles.
1.3 Rotate the sidearms up and insert
the red end of each sidearm into the
red cuff located on both sides of the
child’s head rest.
1.4 Once the sidearms are resting in the
cuffs, connect the red male buckle
of the sidearms to the red female
buckle of the cuffs. Your child carrier
cockpit is now locked into the child
carrying position.
To store and travel with your Poco AGTM reverse Steps 1.1–1.4 and store in the Poco AGTM Carry Case (sold separately).
ASSEMBLY
The following are instructions and diagrams for:
ASSEMBLY
Step 1 Poco AGTM child carrier set-up
Step 2 Fit the adult
Step 3 Fit and secure the child
Step 4 Safely put on the Poco AGTM child carrier
Sunshade Instructions
Droolpad Instructions
OVERVIEW
Suspension
Unique Features
Shared Features
POCO AGTM ACCESSORIES
PACK CARE INSTRUCTIONS
QUESTIONS

POCO AG™SERIES 3
WARNING Child must not be in the carrier during the adult fit process.
HIPBELT SIZING 26"–48" / 66cm–122cm
TORSO SIZING 15.5"–21.5” / 39.5cm–54.5cm (all Poco AGTM styles)
2.1Loosen the harness, hipbelt and
load lifter straps.
2.5With the pack on and hipbelt fitted,
tighten the shoulder harness straps
by pulling them down and back.
2.6 For proper torso fit, your C7 vertebra
(bump at the base of your neck)
should be located 1–2 inches / 2.5–5
centimeters above the top edge of
the shoulder harness yoke.
2.7 Take the pack off and completely
loosen the pack’s load lifters and
harness straps.
2.8 Locate the torso adjustment cam at
the center of the backpanel and
lift up to release. Slide the shoulder
harness up or down to the correct
torso length.
2.2 Put the pack on and place the hipbelt
centered over the hipbones. Buckle
and tighten the hipbelt.
2.3 The ends of each hipbelt should be 3–6 inches / 8–15 centimeters from
each other for a correct fit. Make adjustments to the sizing of the hipbelt
utilizing the Fit-on-the-Fly™ hipbelt extensions to achieve proper fit.
2.4 Release the extension wings by separating the hook and loop fabric closure
between the interior hipbelt mesh and the extension wing. Slide the extension
wings in or out to adjust the hipbelt position. Extend the wings the same
distance on both sides using the size arrows for guidance to ensure the pack’s
weight is evenly distributed. Press firmly to reengage the hook and loop.
2.9 Push down the torso adjustment
cam to lock it into position. Your child
carrier is now fitted to the adult.
FIT THE HIPBELT
FIT THE BACKPANEL AND HARNESSTO ADJUST THE FIT-ON-THE-FLY™ HIPBELT, FOLLOW THESE STEPS:
TO ADJUST THE TORSO LENGTH, FOLLOW THESE STEPS:
ASSEMBLY
2. FIT THE ADULT

POCO AG™SERIES 4
3.1 Release the Double Halo™ child
harness by pressing the red button
at the front of the cockpit.
3.5 To move the seat down, pull up
the red webbing loop up located
at the base of the child’s head
rest and while holding the
webbing loop up push the seat
down to the desired position.
3.6 Place child in the child carrier guiding
one leg through each of the Double
Halo™ leg loops in the child seat.
Ensure the child’s chin is level with
the top of the drool pad for proper fit.
3.10 To loosen the child harness, pinch
the buttons at the ends of the
harness buckles and pull chest pad
away from the child.
3.7 Unclip the child harness from the
plastic webbing keepers mounted
on the rear handle. Guide the child’s
arms through the Double Halo™ arm
loops of the harness.
3.11 Use the stirrups for children at
the top of the stated weight range
requirements in this owner’s manual.
Place feet in stirrups and adjust
the stirrup height so the child’s
knees are slightly bent to prevent
circulation deprivation.
3.8 Insert the right and left harness
male buckles into the dual sided
female buckle located on the
chest pad.
3.2 Slip both child harness straps
into the plastic webbing keepers
mounted on the rear handle. This
keeps the harness straps out of the
way to make it easier to place the
child in the carrier.
3.3 For proper fit, the child’s chin should
be level to the top of the drool pad
at the front of the cockpit. Place
the child in the carrier to check if
adjustment is needed.
3.4 To move the seat up, grab the red
handle at the back of the seat and pull
up and the seat will automatically lock
into position
WARNING Child must not be in the
carrier while adjusting seat height.
3.9 Cinch down both right and left
straps so that the harness is snug
around the child’s upper torso. The
child is now secure in the cockpit.
PREPARE THE CHILD COCKPIT BEFORE
PLACING THE CHILD IN THE CARRIER
ADJUST CHILD SEAT HEIGHT
SECURE THE CHILD
ADDITIONAL CHILD FITTING TIPS
ASSEMBLY
3. FIT AND SECURE THE CHILD
To adjust the seat, follow these steps:

POCO AG™SERIES 5
4.1 Before putting on the pack with child:
a Ensure the adult torso and hipbelt are properly fitted on the adult. (Refer to Step 2)
b Ensure the child is properly fitted and secure within the child carrier. (Refer to Step 3)
c Loosen one side of the harness - keeping the side you intend to put on your
shoulder first tight and fitted.
d Unbuckle and loosen the adult hipbelt and adult sternum strap.
4.4 Slip your free arm through the
harness strap that is tight and fitted.
Grab the shoulder strap and lift the
carrier up onto one shoulder.
4.5 While you’re still holding the
shoulder strap, lean forward to
stabilize the weight of the child
and carrier on your back. Let go
of the other handle in front of the
cockpit. Slip this free arm through
the shoulder harness and slide the
carrier up onto both shoulders.
4.9 Buckle and tighten the sternum
strap. You are now ready to use your
Poco AG™ child carrier.
4.6 Buckle and tighten the hipbelt. 4.7 Tighten the shoulder harness straps.
4.2 Facing the adult backpanel and
using both handles at the front and
rear of the child cockpit, lift the child
carrier and place the frame onto
your slightly bent knee while in a
standing position.
4.3 Let go of the handle behind the
child’s head rest, and with your
free hand ensure the hipbelt is
spread open.
4.8 Tighten the load lifter straps.
ASSEMBLY
4. SAFELY PUT ON THE CHILD CARRIER
Additional Recommendation- Reach back and collapse footbar.
This will allow a greater maneuverability around objects. It is very
important you ensure the footbar is deployed and you hear the
audible click before taking off the child carrier.
To take off the child carrier, ensure the footbar is deployed and
you hear the audible click. Then reverse steps 4.1–4.9.

POCO AG™SERIES 6
ASSEMBLY
SUNSHADE
Included on all Poco AG™ models the built-in sunshade is easily stored and deployable
from its own zippered pocket. It offers quick and easy UV protection for the child.
1Unzip the sunshade pocket
marked with woven label.
2Grab the webbing loop on the
top of the sunshade and pull the
sunshade out of the pocket. Align
the hook and loop at the base of
the sunshade with the hook and
loop at the top of the pocket.
Press together to secure.
3Securely grab the two red tabs
and pull them forward.
4Insert the red tabs into the sleeves
at the front of the sidearms to
secure and tighten the sunshade.
Your sunshade is now installed.
TO STORE YOUR BUILT-IN SUNSHADE, FOLLOW THESE STEPS:
5Place fingers in red webbing loops and pull red tabs out of their sleeves.
Ensure to the keep your fingers hooked into the red loops to prevent the
sunshade from springing back at the child.
6Separate the hook and loop at the base of the sunshade. Slide the
sunshade down into the storage pocket and zip the storage pocket shut.
2Pull down on the drool pad to release the hook and loop at the lower corners.
To reinstall drool pad follow the above steps in the reverse order.
DROOL PAD
The drool pad at the front of the cockpit is soft to the touch and comfortably padded for the child. It can be removed for
cleaning when necessary. Clean with warm water and mild detergent. Air dry in a well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight.
To remove and clean, follow these steps:
1Unbuckle the upper drool pad buckles from the top of the backpanel.

POCO AG™SERIES 7
OVERVIEW
MAXIMUM LOAD
48.5LB / 22KG (CHILD, GEAR AND PACK COMBINED)
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2
3
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STERNUM STRAP
HARNESS
HIPBELT
FRAME
BACKPANEL
SUSPENSION
1 ANTI-GRAVITYTM ALUMINIUM SUSPENSION
+ Full wrap aluminium tubing frame provide lightweight but stable heavy
load carry
2 ANTI-GRAVITYTM AIRSPEED™ BACKPANEL
+ 3D tensioned mesh comfortable wraps and conforms to the body and
provides excellent ventilation
3 EXOFORM™ HARNESS
+ Soft, edgeless mesh wrap for a soft, breathable contact surface
+ Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle
4 ANTI-GRAVITY™ FIT-ON-THE-FLY™ HIPBELT
+ 3D tensioned mesh comfortable wraps and conforms to the hip and
lower back and provides excellent ventilation
+ Adjustable hipbelt for a perfect fit for a comfortable carry
OSPREY ANTI-GRAVITY™ (AG™)
A continuous panel of lightweight mesh extends from the top of
the backpanel to the hipbelt. The seamless structure contours
automatically to the body, providing outstanding fit and unrestricted
movement when wearing the pack.
SUSPENSION

POCO AG™SERIES 8
OVERVIEW
POCO AG™ PLUS
SPECS ONE SIZE
Cubic Inches 1587
Liters 26
Pounds / Ounces 7/11
Kilograms 3.48
Inches 29h x 15w x 17d (unfolded) / 11.6d (folded)
Centimeters 73h x 38w x 43d (unfolded) / 29.5d (folded)
MAX LOAD 48.5 lbs | 22 kg
(Child, gear and pack weight combined)
POCO AG™
SPECS ONE SIZE
Cubic Inches 1220
Liters 20
Pounds / Ounces 6/14
Kilograms 3.13
Inches 29h x 15w x 17d (unfolded) / 11.6d (folded)
Centimeters 73h x 38w x 43d (unfolded) / 29.5d (folded)
MAX LOAD 48.5 lbs | 22 kg
(Child, gear and pack weight combined)
POCO AG™ PREMIUM
SPECS ONE SIZE
Cubic Inches 2380
Liters 39
Pounds / Ounces 8/5
Kilograms 3.77
Inches 29h x 15w x 17d (unfolded) / 11.6d (folded)
Centimeters 73h x 38w x 43d (unfolded) / 29.5d (folded)
MAX LOAD 48.5 lbs | 22 kg
(Child, gear and pack weight combined)
REMOVABLE DAYPACK
SPECS ONE SIZE
Cubic Inches 671
Liters 11
Pounds 0.62
Kilograms 0.28
Inches 14h x 11w x 6d
Centimeters 36h x 29w x 16d
UNIQUE FEATURES
+ Extra-large lower zippered compartment
+ Zippered hipbelt pocket with safety mirror included
+ Zippered and padded hipbelt pocket for cell phone or
camera protection
+ Side stretch mesh pockets
+ Detachable full size daypack with large main
compartment and front panel stretch mesh pocket
UNIQUE FEATURES
+ Extra-large lower zippered compartment
+ Zippered hipbelt pocket with safety mirror included
+ Zippered and padded hipbelt pocket for cell phone or
camera protection
+ Side stretch mesh pockets
+ Large front panel compartment
+ Front panel stretch mesh pocket
FABRIC
MAIN 210D Nylon Shadow Box
ACCENT 400HD Nylon Packcloth
BOTTOM 420HD Nylon Packcloth
FABRIC
MAIN 210D Nylon Shadow Box
ACCENT 400HD Nylon Packcloth
BOTTOM 420HD Nylon Packcloth
UNIQUE FEATURES
+ Large lower zippered compartment
+ Stretch mesh hipbelt pockets
+ Front panel stretch mesh pocket
FABRIC
MAIN 210D Nylon Shadow Box
ACCENT 400HD Nylon Packcloth
BOTTOM 420HD Nylon Packcloth
UNIQUE FEATURES

POCO AG™SERIES 9
OVERVIEW
2 SUNSHADE
The built-in sunshade is easily stored
and deployable from its own zippered
pocket. It offers quick and easy UV
protection for the child.
1 DROOL PAD
The drool pad at the front of the
cockpit is soft to the touch and
comfortably padded for the child.
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3 TOY ATTACHMENT LOOPS
Small cord loops located in and around
the child cockpit allow toy and pacifier
attachment within the child’s reach.
4 DELUXE CHILD COCKPIT
The adjustable Double Halo™ harness and
child seat is surrounded by a fully framed
and padded cockpit for safety. Soft contact
surfaces, anatomical fit and ventilated side
panels for comfort.
5 ADJUSTABLE STIRRUPS
For children at the top of the stated weight
range requirements in this owner’s manual the
deluxe padded and adjustable stirrups offer leg
support to prevent circulation deprivation.
SHARED FEATURES

POCO AG™SERIES 10
OVERVIEW
7 ZIPPER STASH POCKET
The small zippered stash pocket is
convenient for small items and features
a secure key clip.
8 LOWER ZIPPERED COMPARTMENT
The lower zippered compartment all Poco
AG™ styles offer storage for diapers and
other items. The Poco AGTM offers a large
lower compartment. The Poco AGTM Premium
and Poco AGTM Plus offer an extra-large
lower compartment.
11 OSPREY ANTI-GRAVITYTM SUSPENSION
The continuous tensioned mesh of the
Osprey AGTM backpanel and hipbelt offers
unsurpassed comfort, carry and ventilation
for the adult user.
14 FIT-ON-THE-FLYTM HIPBELT
The adjustable Fit-on-the-FlyTM hipbelt
offers 5"/13cm of extension on each side
for a comfortable ventilated custom fit and
superior load support.
*Not included on the Poco AGTM model
12 ADJUSTABLE TORSO
With 6”/15cm of torso adjustment, the
Poco AGTM Series can be quickly and easily
custom fitted to a variety of adult users
while on the trail.
13 STRETCHMESH HARNESS POCKET
The stretch mesh harness pocket offers
quick and easy access to trail snacks or
the child’s favorite toy.
9 DUAL GRAB HANDLES
The dual reinforced grab handles allow a
secure and stable way to pick up and set
down the child carrier.
6 LIGHTWEIGHT FOLDING ALUMINUM FRAME
A lightweight aluminum frame fully supports
the load and provides a stable platform to set
the child carrier down. The locking hinges and
rotating sidearms allow the frame to fold down
for travel and storage. Extra protection, storage
and comfortable carry is provided by our Poco
AGTM Carrying Case (sold separately).
10 RESERVOIR SLEEVE
An opening at the top of the backpanel allows
for the storage of a water reservoir for easy
access to hydration for both the adult and
child. We recommend a 1.5L Osprey reservoir
for the best fit.
SHARED FEATURES

POCO AG™SERIES 11
Osprey recommends Nikwax® products for pack care. For complete instructions on cleaning
your pack, visit ospreypacks.com/PackTech/PackCare.
STANDARD MAINTENANCE
+ After each trip, be sure to clean out your pack thoroughly.
+ Clean zippers often to prevent them from failing. Use mild soap, warm water and a
soft brush.
+ If your pack is wet, hang it to dry before storing.
+ When your Poco AG™ is not in use loosen all the straps.
+ Wash your pack if dirt, sweat, salt and stains have worked their way into fabrics,
webbing or mesh.
WASHING YOUR PACK
+ Brush out and remove gear, food, dirt or spilled items.
+ Do not wash in washing machine. Clean your pack and components in a bathtub or
large sink using a mild detergent and warm water.
+ Agitate the pack gently and scrub all compartments and pockets inside and out with
a soft brush.
+ Brush clean all zippers and rinse the interior channels and the exterior
of all buckles.
+ Drain the soapy and dirty water from the bathtub or sink and refill with cool clean
water. Rinse the pack thoroughly.
+ Hang to dry outdoors or in a well ventilated area out of direct sunlight.
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service tab at ospreypacks.com.
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Cortez, CO 81321 USA
1-866-284-7830
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GUARANTEE
At Osprey, sustainability is designed into our packs, which are built to last a lifetime and
backed by a superb guarantee, no matter how hard you are on your gear. Additional or
replacement parts should only be obtained from OSPREY CHILD SAFETY PRODUCTS, LLC.
Call 1-866-284-7830 or visit ospreypacks.com for replacement parts or repair inquires.
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POCO AGTM ACCESSORIES
PACK CARE QUESTIONS
POCO AGTM RAINCOVER (sold separately)
One Size | Weight: 14.5 oz / 0.41 kg
+ High visibility 210D ripstop nylon
+ Stows into a built-in pouch
+ 4-point easy installation
+ Clear viewing windows
+ Reflective logo
HOW TO FIT RAINCOVER ON POCO AGTM
1 Fit the raincover over the deployed
Poco AG™ sunshade.
2 Thread the two raincover toggles through
the cord loops on the hipbelt.
3 Wrap the two hook and loop straps around
the kickstand.
4 Buckle the raincover around the grab handle.
POCO AGTM CARRYING CASE (sold separately)
One Size | Weight: 14.5 oz / 0.41 kg
+ ID card window
+ Lockable zippers
+ Removable shoulder strap
+ Stows into a built-in pouch
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