Red Kite Ara Manual

IMPORTANT! READ CAREFULLY
AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Your child’s safety may be affected if you do not follow these instructions.
Instruction Leaet
Ara Carrier
Complies with: BS EN 13209 – 2 : 2015. Suitable from (birth approx 3.5 kg - 15 kg).
Customer Care Line: 01454 326 568
MODE 1 Parent facing (inward)
From birth
MODE 2 Facing forward (outward)
From approximately 4 months
MODE 3 Back Carrier
From approximately 4 months
Acknowledged as a 'hip healthy' product

Assembly instructions
MODE 1 Parent facing (inward)
From birth
1 Pass the lumbar straps around your waist and use the buckles to secure it. Adjust the straps so it’s a snug comfortable t. Fig 1.
2 Pass the padded straps over your shoulders and connect the upper back buckles together
so it’s a snug comfortable t. Adjust as necessary. Fig 2.
3 Sitting down, open the carrier on your knees and place baby into the carrier.
Whilst still seated, bring baby and carrier towards you and attach the leg opening buckles(g 3) and buttons on both sides. Fig 3a.
4 Whilst still seated in a comfortable and secure seated position, attach the remaining upper buckles ( g 4 ) and buttons. Fig 4a.
5 Adjust the shoulder strap buckles by pulling on the loose ends so the back support is secure and comfortable around baby. Fig 5.
Loose ends of the straps can be rolled and secured with the elastic on the ends.
IMPORTANT: ALWAYS test the clips and buttons are securely locked by tugging each strap BEFORE putting
baby in the carrier.
IMPORTANT: If baby is riding too high or too low against your body, remove baby from the carrier and
re-adjust the straps for a better t.
MODE 2 Facing forward (outward)
From approximately 4 months (or when baby can independently support his / her head).
IMPORTANT: Baby must be able to support their own head before using the carrier in this position.
6 Pass the lumbar straps around your waist and use the buckles to secure it. Adjust the straps so it’s a snug comfortable t. Fig 6.
7 Pass the padded straps over your shoulders and connect the upper back buckles together
so it’s a snug comfortable t. Adjust as necessary. Fig 7.
8 Sitting down, open the carrier on your knees and place baby into the carrier. Fold down the padded head support and secure in
place with the press studs and then bring baby and carrier towards you. Attach the buckles (g 8)and buttons just above the leg
openings on both sides of the carrier. Fig 8a.
9 Whilst still seated, attach the remaining upper buckles (g 9) and buttons. Fig 9a. Adjust all buckle straps to ensure a correct t.
10 Adjust the shoulder strap buckles by pulling on the loose ends so the back support is secure and comfortable around baby. Fig 10.
Baby should be upright and their weight evenly distributed in the carrier. Loose ends of the straps can be rolled and secured with the
elastic on the ends.
IMPORTANT: ALWAYS test the clips and buttons are securely locked by tugging each strap BEFORE
putting baby in the carrier.
IMPORTANT: If baby is riding too high or too low against your body, remove baby from the carrier and
re-adjust the straps for a better t.
MODE 3 Back Carrier
From approximately 4 months (or when baby can independently support his / her head).
IMPORTANT: Baby must be able to support their own head before using the carrier in this position.
11 Lay the open carrier on a at surface, place baby in and attach all buckles and buttons. Fig 11. Fig 11a.
12 With someone holding carrier and baby on your back, pass the straps over your shoulders and attach the chest buckle. Pass the
lumbar support around your body and connect at the front with the buckles. Fig 12.
Adjust all straps until it is comfortable and baby is upright with their weight evenly distributed. Fig 13.
The carrier has specially designed straps to help with hip dysplasia.
On the lumbar strap there are three Velcro sections (g 14), coloured white, grey and black. Attach the straps (g 15) so that when your
child is in the carrier, their bottom and legs create an “M” shape that is appropriate to their weight. Fig 16.
IMPORTANT: ALWAYS test the clips and press studs are securely locked by tugging each strap BEFORE
putting baby in the carrier.
IMPORTANT: If baby is riding too high or too low against your body, remove baby from the carrier and
re-adjust the straps for a better t
WHITE Small Birth - 4 months
GREY Medium 4 months - 9 months
BLACK Large 9 months - 15kg
ADJUSTMENT GUIDE

Fig 4
Fig 4a
Fig 5
Fig 1
Fig 3
MODE 1 Parent facing (inward)
Buckle
Leg opening
buckle
Adjustable for a
comfortable t
Upper
buckle
Button
(located under
buckle - not
shown)
Button
(located under
buckle - not
shown)
Lumbar
straps
Fig 2
Upper back buckle
Adjusts up
and down for
comfort
Shoulder strap

Buckle
Lumbar
straps
Fig 9
Fig 10
Fig 6
Fig 7
Fig 8
MODE 2 Facing forward (outward)
Upper back buckle
Adjusts up
and down for
comfort
Shoulder strap
Leg opening
buckle
Head support
(Fold down,
poppers are
underneath to
secure)
Button
(located under
buckle - not
shown)
Upper back buckle
Adjusts up
and down for
comfort
Shoulder strap
Fig 8a
Button
(located under
buckle - not
shown)
Fig 9a

Fig 14
Fig 15
Fig 16
Fig 11
Fig 12
Fig 13
MODE 3 Back Carrier
Button
(located under
buckle - not
shown)
Lumbar
straps
Buckle
WHITE Small Birth - 4 months
GREY Medium 4 months - 9 months
BLACK Large 9 months - 15kg
Shown in Medium mode. Tab attached to grey
patches for babies aged 4 months - 9 months
ADJUSTMENT GUIDE
Velcro tabVelcro tab
Velcro patch
Fig 11a

GENERAL CARE:
• Always keep the baby carrier away from all children when
not in use.
• Never leave your baby unattended in the carrier.
• Care should be taken when putting on or removing the
carrier.
• Ensure your baby is correctly secured in accordance with
these instructions.
• Please do not use this carrier if you have a history of
back problems and stop using it if you experience pain or
continuing discomfort.
• Use the baby carrier when standing or walking only.
• It is recommended that you remove the baby from the
carrier whilst sitting.
CLEANING:
• Machine wash on a cool and gentle cycle only
(hand wash recommended).
• Do not bleach.
• Do not iron.
• Do not tumble dry.
• Do not dry clean.
• Close all clips and fasteners before washing.
MAINTENANCE:
• Regularly check for wear and tear / damage to your carrier.
Stop using the carrier if you notice any signs of damage /
deterioration.
• Do not carry your baby in the carrier whilst in a car; always
use an approved car seat.
• Regularly check the security of straps, buckles and
adjustments especially after washing or cleaning.
• Do not add any accessories to the carrier. This may be
dangerous and will invalidate your warranty.
ADDITIONAL USAGE INFORMATION:
The Ara Baby Carrier is suitable:
• From 3.5kg to 15kg (approximately 12 months).
• Parent facing (inward) from birth.
• Facing forward (outward) from approximately 4 months (or
when baby can independently support his / her head.
• Back carry from approximately 4 months (or when baby can
independently support his / her head.
SAFETY WARNINGS:
• WARNING: Your balance may be adversely affected
by your movement and that of your child.
• WARNING: Take care when bending or leaning
forward or sideways.
• WARNING: This carrier is not suitable for use during
sporting activities.
• CAUTION: Before use, remove and dispose of all plastic
bags and packaging materials and keep them out of reach
of babies and children.
• The baby must be transported facing inward until it is able
to keep its head straight and its shoulders in a vertical
position.
• Always ensure the baby has sufcient space around its
face to breathe properly.
• When using the soft carrier monitor your child.
• Be aware of hazards in the domestic environment e.g. heat
sources, spilling of hot drinks etc.
• For low birth weight babies and children with medical
conditions, seek advice from a health professional before
using the product.
• Remember that the baby in the carrier will react sooner to
changes in climate than the adult who is carrying it.
• Always ensure the carrier is correctly tted or adjusted
for the size of the child. It is very important that the leg
adjustment has been made to the minimum comfortable
size for the baby.
This product complies with BS EN 13209 - 2 : 2015
For all technical queries please call: 01454 326 568
Imported by:
The Red Kite Baby Co Ltd, 35 Lavenham Road,
Beeches Industrial Estate, Yate, Bristol, BS37 5QX