Safeline Sit'n'Stroll User manual

1777 South Bellaire Street, Suite 330 Denver, Colorado 80222
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]  Website: www.safelinecorp.com
1-800-829-1625
U.S. Patents #5,104,134 and 4,620,771 International Patents Listed Inside

Child restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You
must register this restraint to be reached in a recall. Send
your name, address and the restraint’s model number and
manufacturing date to Safeline Corporation, 1777 South
Bellaire Street, Suite #330, Denver, Colorado 80222 or call
303-757-2400. For recall information, call the U.S.
Government’s Auto Safety Hotline at 1-800-424-9393
(202-366-0123 in D.C. area).
Thank you for purchasing the Sit’n’Stroll 5-in-1
Combination Car Seat/Stroller™. The Sit’n’Stroll™
is the most advanced car seat/stroller available, and
we believe the simplest, safest and most convenient
way to travel with an infant.
The most important benefit the Sit’n’Stroll™ can provide is increased
protection for your child. Studies have shown the use of a child
restraint system reduces the likelihood of death and injury caused by
the tremendous forces involved in an automobile accident. Please
follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of injury or
death to your child in the event of a sudden stop or collision. No
system can guarantee the safety of your baby, but child restraints
have been proven so effective they are required in all 50 states and
by most industrialized nations in the world.

This Child Restraint System Conforms to
all Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
This Restraint is Certified for Use in
Aircraft.
Limited Six Month Warranty
All Safeline products purchased from an authorized Safeline dealer
are warranted against defective materials and workmanship for six
months from the original date of purchase. This warranty does not
include any problems associated with normal wear, abuse, misuse
or negligence by the purchaser. This warranty also does not apply
to any Safeline product purchased secondhand.
The purchaser must complete the owner registration card within 30
days of purchase and provide original receipt as evidence of
original purchase date to file warranty claims. Registering your
Safeline product assures you can be reached in the event of a
safety recall. For recall information call the U.S. Government’s Auto
Safety Hotline at 1-800-424-9393 (202-366-0123 in D.C. area).
Safeline Corporation reserves the right to inspect all claims of
defective workmanship and materials in order to determine the
cause of all malfunctions. Furthermore, Safeline Corporation may
exercise its right to repair, replace or refund the original purchase
amount at the Company’s discretion and based on the conclusions
of its investigation.
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Warranty 1
Get to Know Your Sit’n’Stroll™ 3
Safety Guidelines: Warnings & Important Notes 4
Rear Facing or Forward Facing? Determining the Correct Seating Position 6
Securing Your Child in the Sit’n’Stroll™ & Adjusting the Harness System 7
Rear Facing 7
Forward Facing 8
Choosing an Appropriate Vehicle Seat 10
Installing the Sit’n’Stroll™ in the Vehicle 11
Rear Facing 11
Forward Facing 15
Top Tether Information 20
Installing the Top Tether 20
Rear Facing 20
Forward Facing 20
Installing the Sit’n’Stroll™ on an Aircraft 21
Converting the Sit’n’Stroll™ from Car Seat to Stroller 21
Operating the Sit’n’Stroll™ Brakes 23
Converting the Sit’n’Stroll™ from Stroller to Car Seat 24
Attaching the Sunshade 25
Removing the Harness 27
Installing the Harness 27
Maintenance and Care 28
Vehicle Manufacturer Contact Telephone Numbers and Websites 29
Table of Contents
International Patents and Descriptions
United States 5,104,134
4,620,771
E C O 257141
France 257141
Great Britain 257141
Germany P36 770 12.4
Canada 1,277,349
E C O 466429
France 466429
Great Britain 466429
The Netherlands 466429
Germany 69109384.9
Japan 2,554,798
Canada 2,046,740 (Serial Number)
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FAILURE TO FOLLOW EACH OF THE FOLLOWING
INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN YOUR CHILD
STRIKING THE VEHICLE’S INTERIOR DURING A
SUDDEN STOP OR CRASH.
The instructions contained within this manual are
guidelines for the proper use and adjustment of the
Sit’n’Stroll™. Always consult with your physician to
determine the specific needs of your child.
WARNING
Get to Know Your Sit’n’Stroll™
Front Wheel
Assembly
Rear Wheel Flap
Rear Wheel Assembly
Front Flap
Brake
Crotch Buckle
Harness
Adjuster
Chest Clip
Metal Slides
Handle Grips
Telescoping Handle
Stitch Line
Upper Forward-Facing
Vehicle Belt Path
(For children who weigh 28
pounds and over)
Rear-Facing
Vehicle Belt
Tabs
Lower Forward-Facing
Vehicle Belt Path
(For children who weigh
less than 28 pounds)
Tether Bracket
Top Tether Tether
Adjuster
Adjuster Belt
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This child restraint is designed for use by children who weigh between 5 and
40 pounds (2.3 kg to 18.1 kg) and whose height is between 18 and 40 inches
(45.8 cm to 101.6 cm).
REAR-FACING this unit is certified for use with children from 5 to 22 pounds
(2.3 kg to 9.9 kg). FORWARD-FACING it is certified for use from 20 to 40
pounds (9.1 kg to 18.1 kg).
Correct child restraint installation could be a matter of LIFE OR DEATH! You
must read and follow both your child restraint and automobile owner’s manual.
If your vehicle does not have top tether anchors installed, you must contact
your vehicle dealer or the vehicle manufacturer for parts, instructions and
installation. See the list at the back of this manual for vehicle manufacturer
contact information.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS ON THE
USE OF THIS CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM CAN RESULT IN YOUR CHILD
STRIKING THE VEHICLE’S INTERIOR DURING A SUDDEN STOP OR
CRASH.
Accident statistics show that children are safer when properly secured in the
back seat.
Do not use this child restraint rear-facing in the front seat of a vehicle that
has a passenger side airbag unless the airbag is deactivated. Airbags inflate
from 100-200 mph (161-323 kph). The airbag impact can cause severe injury
or death.
If the Sit’n’Stroll™ is used forward-facing in the front seating position having
an airbag, move the vehicle seat as far back from the airbag as possible.
Securely belt this restraint into the vehicle at all times. An unsecured child
restraint may injure other occupants if a crash occurs.
The clothes your child wears will cause the harness fit to vary. It is neces-
sary to adjust the tightness with EVERY trip.
To avoid injury, this restraint should be installed and adjusted by an adult.
Never allow a child to buckle themselves into this car seat.
Metal and plastic parts can become very hot when exposed to the sun.
When not in use, place a blanket or towel over your Sit’n’Stroll™ if it will be in
the sun for long periods of time. Check to be sure the metal and plastic parts
are not too hot before placing your child in the seat.
If this restraint is involved in an accident, replace it regardless of appearance.
The vehicle seat belt must also be replaced. Damage is not always visible.
Safety Guidelines
Warnings & Important Notes
Secure the Sit’n’Stroll™ in the car at all times
even when not in use by your child. In the event of
a sudden stop or collision, an unbelted car seat
could injure other occupants in the car.
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Important Notes
Refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual for instructions on seat belt use and
how to install the restraint in your vehicle.
Do not use this child restraint in vehicles with:
Hinged seat backs that do not have a locking latch
Passive restraint belts that do not have lap belts
Only use the Sit’n’Stroll™ on forward-facing vehicle seats
Always use good common sense! If you have questions about your Safeline
product, please call us at 800-829-1625 or 303-757-2400.
Read this instruction manual completely before using the Sit’n’Stroll™.
Store the manual in the plastic bag and attached in the rear storage bin with
the supplied hook and loop.
The Sit’n’Stroll™is certified for use in motor vehicles and aircraft. This child
restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety
standards.
Some features of vehicle seat belts and vehicle seats that aid adult comfort
and protection are not compatible with child restraints. In some vehicles, a
child restraint may not fit securely in some, or any, seating positions.
Make sure to move the vehicle seat back to the most upright position before
securing the Sit’n’Stroll™into the vehicle.
Never carry a child on your lap while the car is moving. In the event of a
crash or sudden stop, you will not be able to hold your child and they will
likely be seriously injured or killed.
Never use a vehicle seat belt which is not fully functional or has been dam-
aged.
Never attempt to alter or modify your Sit’n’Stroll™. Doing so could reduce the
effectiveness of the restraint, possibly causing injury or death.
Do not leave any loose objects such as books, bags, etc. in the car. They
could become flying objects in the event of a crash or sudden stop. Injury
could result.
Do not place heavy objects on the Sit’n’Stroll™.
When travelling with your children, always use your Sit’n’Stroll™, even on
short trips. Remember, most crashes occur within 5 miles of the home.
Never allow your child to unbuckle the vehicle’s seat belt while the car is in
motion. Your child must remain restrained by the Sit’n’Stroll™5-point harness
system and the vehicle’s seat belt at all times in order to be securely re-
strained.
The shoulder straps must pass over the infant’s shoulders and between the
legs directly to the buckle. The child’s legs should remain on either side of
the crotch strap and buckle. The lap straps of the harness must always be
over the top of your child’s thighs.
No one can predict if a child restraint will prevent injury or death in any given
accident. However, proper use can reduce the child’s risk of injury and death
in most instances.
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Do not place this rear-facing car seat in a vehicle
seat with a passenger side air bag. In the event of a
sudden stop or collision, the force of an inflating air
bag can cause serious injury or death to a child. Not
following this warning places your child at serious
risk. Owners of vehicles with passenger side air
bags should refer to their owner’s manual for child
restraint installation instructions.
Rear Facing or Forward Facing?
Determining the Correct Seating Position
Determining the direction you should face your child is one of the most important
decisions regarding the safety of a child in a car seat. Safety experts recommend
your child remain in the rear-facing position until he or she is at least 20 pounds
and at least 1 year of age. The Sit’n’Stroll™ is certified for use by children up to
22 pounds in the rear-facing position and up to 40 pounds in the forward-facing
position. Consider both the weight and age guidelines when determining the
direction in which you should face your child while traveling in a vehicle. A child
under one year of age may not have the physiological development necessary to
sustain the forces involved in a sudden stop or collision while sitting in a forward-
facing position. Consult with your physician to determine your child’s specific
needs.
Always use the Sit’n’Stroll™ rear-facing if your baby weighs less than 20
pounds or is less than 1 year of age (and less than 22lbs), unless otherwise
directed by your child’s physician.
When your child weighs at least 20 pounds, but less than 22 pounds, and the
top of his or her head is below the top of the stitch line, you can still use the
Sit’n’Stroll™ in the rear-facing position. However, you may use the
Sit’n’Stroll™ in the forward-facing position.
If your child’s head is higher than the stitch line when he or she is sitting in the
Sit’n’Stroll™ or if your child weighs more than 22 pounds, you must use the
Sit’n’Stroll™ in the forward-facing postion.
If your child meets all of the above guidelines for the rear-facing
position, but his or her legs are too long, have him or her sit with his or
her legs crossed. Your child is generally safer remaining in the rear-
facing position for as long as the rear-facing guidelines are applicable.
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Securing your Child in the Sit’n’Stroll™
& Adjusting the Harness System
On hot or sunny days, always check the fabric and
metal buckles before placing your child in the
restraint to avoid burns or discomfort.
Never use the Sit’n’Stroll
™
without the harness
securely buckled around your child and adjusted to
your child’s size.
Before using your new Sit’n’Stroll
T™
you must adjust
the harness system to fit your child. It is important
to adjust the harness system every time you place
your child in the Sit’n’Stroll
™
.
If your child is under one year of age and22 pounds
and his or her head is not yet to the top of the stitch
line, you should install the Sit’n’Stroll
™
rear-facing
in the vehicle. If your child is over one year of age
and at least 20 pounds, follow forward-facing
instructions. Between 20 and 22 pounds you may
use the Sit’n’Stroll
™
forward-facing if your child is at
least one year of age.
Rear Facing
Crotch
Buckle
Latch Plates
Red
Button
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Proper adjustment of the harness system for use rear-facing
1. Open the buckle by pressing the red button and
pulling the latch plates from the buckle. Open
the chest clip.
2. Place your child into the seat, making sure his
or her bottom is fully against the base of the
seat.
3. The shoulder straps should be at or below your
child’s shoulders. Use the lower shoulder belt
slots. Use the shortest adjuster belt loop.

Proper adjustment of the harness system for use forward-facing
1. Open the buckle by pressing the red button and pulling the latch plates from
5. Ensure the belts are not twisted.
6. Click the latch plates into the buckle. Pull up
on both latch plates to ensure they are securely
fastened.
7. Snap the chest clip back together. Slide the
chest clip so it is at your child’s armpit level. If
your child is smaller, you may need to remove
the shoulder pads to fully tighten the harness
and ensure proper placement of the chest clip.
8. Pull on the belt over the child’s left leg to snug
the harness. This belt goes under the seat and
attaches to the right lap and shoulder belts.
Tighten the harness by pulling the adjuster belt.
The harness should be tight enough for you to
only get one finger between the shoulder belt
and your child.
9. To loosen the harness, squeeze the adjuster
top and bottom and pull up.
Forward Facing
the buckle. Open the chest clip.
2. Place your child into the seat, making sure
their bottom is fully against the base of the
seat.
3. The shoulder straps should fit through the
shoulder belt slots, which are at or above the
Latch Plates
Crotch
Buckle
Red
Button
Chest
Clip
Adjuster
Crotch
Buckle
Latch
Plates
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4. To move the straps to the proper slot position,
loosen the harness adjuster. At the back of the
Sit’n’Stroll™ remove the shoulder belts from the
metal hooks. Pull the shoulder belts from the
front of the seat and place back through the
desired slots. Reattach the shoulder belts to
the metal hooks. Be sure the belts lay flat
against the back of the seat shell. If they are
over the stroller conversion handle you will not
be able to convert the Sit’n’Strol™ to stroller
mode.
Metal
Hooks

10. To loosen the harness, squeeze the adjuster
top and bottom and pull up.
Infants and other small children may require additional head and
posture support when using the Sit’n’Stroll™ to avoid injury or
suffocation. Bolsters may assist in supporting the neck and head of a
small child. Retailers of children’s products generally carry bolsters in
their accessory aisles. If you have questions regarding bolsters,
please contact Safeline or the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Tips
Tips
Adjuster
Shoulder Belt Slots
Upper
Middle
Lower
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child’s shoulders. If the shoulder belts are
below his or her shoulders, you must adjust
them to a higher set of slots.
4. The adjuster belt has three loops for use
depending on your child’s size. When you
move the shoulder belts to the middle or upper
shoulder belt slots, use the middle or end
adjuster belt loop.
5. To move the straps to another slot position,
loosen the harness adjuster. At the back of the
Sit’n’StrollTM remove the shoulder belts from the
metal hooks. Pull the shoulder belts from the
front of the seat and place back through the
desired slots. Reattach the shoulder belts to
the metal hooks. Be sure the belts lay flat
against the back of the seat shell. If they are
over the stroller conversion handle you will not
be able to convert the Sit’n’Stroll™ to stroller
mode.
6. Ensure the belts are not twisted.
7. Click the latch plates into the buckle. Pull up
on both latch plates to assure they are securely
fastened.
8. Snap the chest clip together. Slide the chest
clip so it is at your child’s armpit level.
9. Pull on the belt over your child’s left leg to snug
the harness. This belt goes under the seat and
attaches to the right lap and shoulder belts.
Tighten the harness by pulling the adjuster belt.
The harness should be tight enough for you to
only get one finger between the shoulder belt
and your child.

According to accident statistics, children
are safer when properly restrained in the
rear seating positions than in the front
seating positions.
Choosing an Appropriate Vehicle Seat Location
The Sit’n’Stroll™ was designed to be used in automobiles and airplanes, and
should not be used in boats or on motorcycles. The Sit’n’Stroll™ must be posi-
tioned in a seat that faces the front of the vehicle. The Sit’n’Stroll™ was not
designed to be used in seats facing the rear or the center of the vehicle, and it is
dangerous to install and use the Sit’n’Stroll™ in any such seat. The back seat is
the safest location for children 12 and under.
See the drawings below for further clarification.
Correct Position!
The center rear seating
location is generally the
safest position for your child.
Correct Position!
Always install your
Sit’n’Stroll™ in a vehicle
seat that faces the front of
the vehicle.
Danger!
Do not install your
Sit’n’Stroll™ in a vehicle
seat that faces the center of
the vehicle.
Danger!
Do not install your
Sit’n’Stroll™ in a vehicle
seat that faces the rear of
the vehicle.
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Placing your child in the forward-facing position before
he or she is over one year old and over 20 pounds,
places your child at serious risk. Before placing your
child in the forward-facing position, consider both the
weight and age guidelines for the forward-facing
postion. Consult with your physician to determine the
individual needs of your child.
Installing the Sit’n’Stroll™in the Vehicle
If you do not use the top tether, remove the tether from the Sit’n’Stroll
™
and store in a secure location. An unsecured top tether could cause
injury if not properly stored.
Rear Facing
Tips
Tips
Check your vehicle to determine which type of seat belt system you have. Some
vehicles have more than one type of belt system depending on the seating
position. The center rear position may have a lap only belt while the side seating
locations may have a lap-shoulder system. If you are not sure which system you
have, check your vehicle owner’s manual or contact your vehicle dealer or manu-
facturer.
Do not use this child restraint rear facing in the front
seat of a vehicle that has a passenger side airbag
unless the airbag is deactivated. Airbags inflate from
100-200 mph (161-323 kph). Such a great force hitting a
rear facing child restraint may severely injure or kill an
infant.
If, after installing the Sit’n’Stroll
™
, it is not tight enough,
move it to another seating location. If it still cannot be
secured tightly, contact your vehicle dealer and request
that a manual seat belt system be installed.
There are some vehicle seat belt systems which will not
securely restrain the Sit’n’Stroll
™
. Follow the instruc-
tions in this manual and in the vehicle manual exactly
to assure correct installation.
Never use only the top tether to install the Sit’n’Stroll
™
.
It is necessary to use the vehicle seat belt system with
the top tether. Serious injury or death could result if
only the top tether is used.
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Automatic (passive) Seat Belts
This type of seat belt system will not hold a
restraint tightly in place if the lap belt does not
lock automatically. In a sudden stop or crash,
the restraint may move too far forward to be
safe. The only way to use this seat belt system
with the Sit’n’Stroll™is with a belt shortening
(heavy duty locking) clip. Obtain belt-shorten-
ing clips from your vehicle manufacturer. To
install a belt-shortening clip, see instructions
provided by your vehicle dealer or vehicle
owner’s manual.
(See the picture below showing shoulder belt attached to automobile door)
Check your vehicle owner’s manual for advice on where and how to install a child
restraint. Your vehicle dealer may have a replacement lap belt that, when installed,
will hold the restraint tightly. (Disconnect the passive belt system when using a
NEVER use the locking clip provided with the
Sit’n’Stroll™ with this type of seat belt system.
It is not strong enough to hold the restraint. It
may bend and release the vehicle belt in the
event of sudden stop or crash.
replacement lap belt.)
Lap Shoulder Belts with Sewn Latch Plates
(See the picture below showing the lap and shoulder belts sewn to the latch plate
as in many General Motors vehicles)
When using the Sit’n’Stroll™ in the rear-facing
position, thread the Sit’n’Stroll™’s 5-point harness
system through the shoulder slots at or below the
shoulders of the child.
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Manually Adjusted Lap Belts and Locking Latch Plates
1. Place the Sit’n’Stroll™in a rear facing position
in the car.
2. Thread the lap belt through the rear facing
vehicle-belt tabs. Click the latch plate into
the buckle.
3. Push down firmly on the Sit’n’Stroll™to sink it
into the car’s seat cushion, while pulling on
the end of the lap belt or shoulder part of the
lap/shoulder belt. You may have to press on
one armrest at a time to get the auto belt
tight. Pull the seat belt as tight as possible
across the unit.
4. Be sure the back of the Sit’n’Stroll™is at a
45-degree angle. The base of the seat should
be horizontal. Use a tightly rolled towel or
sheet under the seat base to adjust the angle
if necessary.
5. Secure the top tether to the tether anchor in
the vehicle if desired.
6. Lift up on the Sit’n’Stroll™to check that it is
securely tightened. If it moves away from the
auto seat, retighten the auto seat belts.
7. If you have tightened the belt and it is still not
secure, move it to another seating location
and repeat steps 1-6. If there is no location
in your vehicle that will securely hold the
restraint, do not use it! Contact you vehicle
dealer to have a vehicle belt installed that will
remain tight.
Be sure the car seat belts are not twisted.
Rear-Facing Tabs
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Switchable Retractors
This type of seat belt system stays loose during normal driving. However, they
have special retractors which allow use with child restraints. Read your vehicle
owner’s manual and look for a label on the vehicle seat belt. Note: Not all vehicle
belts with switchable retractors have instructions for securing child restraints
on the vehicle belt.
1. Pull the vehicle belt all the way out.
2. Follow steps 1-6 in the directions for manually adjusted belts.
3. Check to ensure the vehicle belt is securely locked by pulling slowly on the
shoulder portion of the belt. It should remain locked. If it is not locked, allow
the car seat belt to fully retract and repeat.
Lap/Shoulder Belt with Buckle Tongue that
Slides Freely Along Seat Belt Webbing
1. Place the vehicle lap belt over the Sit’n’Stroll™
and position it through the rear facing vehicle-
belt tabs. Click the latch plate into the buckle.
2. Push down firmly on the Sit’n’Stroll™to sink it
into the car’s seat cushion, while pulling on the
shoulder part of the lap/shoulder belt. You may
have to press on one armrest at a time to get
the auto belt tight. Pull the seat belt as tight as
possible across the unit.
3. Hold the lap and shoulder belts together behind
the latch plate . Unbuckle the belt while holding
the belts together.
Free sliding lap/shoulder belts have a free sliding latch
plate that does not lock to the belt. When placing the
Sit’n’Stroll™ in seating positions equipped with this
system, you must use a locking clip to prevent the
seatbelt from slipping, unless it has a
switchable retractor.
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4. Thread the locking clip onto both belts , placing it as close to the
latch plate as possible.
5. Buckle the belt again. It may be necessary to press the Sit’n’Stroll™
into the auto seat cushion to get it buckled.
6. Secure the top tether to the tether anchor in the vehicle if desired.
7. Be sure the back of the Sit’n’Stroll™is at a 45-degree angle. The
base of the seat should be horizontal. Use a tightly rolled towel or
sheet (or the top tether if it is being used) to adjust the angle of the
seat if necessary.
8. Lift up on the Sit’n’Stroll™to check that it is securely tightened. The
belt should be tight around the restraint. If it is not, remove the
locking clip and repeat steps 1-6. If you have tightened the belt and
it is still not secure, move it to another seating location and repeat
steps 1-7. If there is no location in your vehicle that will securely
hold the restraint, do not use it! Contact your vehicle dealer to have
a vehicle belt installed that will remain tight.
Installing the Sit’n’Stroll™in the Vehicle
Forward-Facing
The Sit’n’Stroll™is equipped with two belt paths for use forward facing. The path
best suited for your child is determined by their height and weight.
If your child is taller than 33 inches and weighs over 28 pounds, the vehicle
seat belt should be secured in the upper forward-facing vehicle belt path.
If your child is under 33 inches and weighs less than 28 pounds, the vehicle
seat belt should be secured in the lower forward-facing vehicle belt path.
Use the vehicle belt path based upon your child’s height and weight.
If, after installing the Sit’n’Stroll
™
, it is not tight enough,
move it to another seating location. If it still cannot be
secured tightly, contact your vehicle dealer and request
that a manual seat belt system be installed.
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If you do not use the top tether, remove the tether from the Sit’n’Stroll
™
and store in a secure location. An unsecured top tether could cause
injury if not properly used.
Check your vehicle to determine which type of seat belt system you have. Some
vehicles have more than one type of belt system depending on the seating
position. The center rear position may have a lap only belt while the side seating
locations may have a lap-shoulder system. If you are not sure which system you
have, check your vehicle owner’s manual or contact your vehicle dealer or
manufacturer.
Tips
Tips
Automatic (passive) Seat Belts
See picture below showing shoulder belt attached to automobile door.
Never use an automatic seat belt system to secure
the Sit’n’Stroll™ in the vehicle. The belt(s) move
as the car door is opened or the engine is started
and will not properly secure the Sit’n’Stroll™.
For your child’s safety, the Sit’n’Stroll™’s patented design provides
double-belted protection for your child and is designed to use your
automobile’s seat belt the way it was originally designed—to go
across the front of the occupant.
There are some vehicle seat belt systems which will not
securely restrain the Sit’n’Stroll
™
. Follow the instruc-
tions in this manual and in the vehicle manual exactly to
assure correct installation.
Never use only the top tether to install the Sit’n’Stroll
™
.
It is necessary to use the vehicle seat belt system with
the top tether. Serious injury or death could result if
only the top tether is used.
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There are two basic types of automatic belts: automatic shoulder belts or and
automatic lap/shoulder belts. Both types automatically move around a passenger
when the car door is closed and the car is started. The seat belts will stay loose
until there is a sudden stop or crash.
Check your vehicle owner’s manual for advice on where and how to install a child
restraint. Your vehicle dealer may have a replacement lap belt that, when installed,
will hold the restraint tightly. (Disconnect the passive belt system when using a
replacement lap belt.)
Lap Shoulder Belts with Sewn Latch Plates
Manually Adjusted Lap Belts and Locking Latch Plates
This type of seat belt system will not hold a
restraint tightly in place if the lap belt does
not lock automatically. In a sudden stop or
crash, the restraint may move too far forward
to be safe. The only way to use this seat
belt system with the Sit’n’StrollTM is with a
belt shortening (heavy duty locking) clip.
Obtain belt-shortening clips from your vehicle
manufacturer. To install a belt-shortening
clip, see instructions provided by your
vehicle dealer or vehicle owner’s manual.
NEVER use the locking clip provided with the
Sit’n’Stroll™with this type of seat belt system.
It is not strong enough to hold the restraint.
It may bend and release the vehicle belt in the
event of a sudden stop or crash.
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1. Place the Sit’n’Stroll™in the vehicle forward
facing.
2. Place the lap belt around the front of the
Sit’n’Stroll™and position it through the
appropriate forward-facing vehicle belt path.
Click the latch plate into the buckle.
3. Push down firmly on the Sit’n’Stroll™to sink it
into the car’s seat cushion while pulling on the
end of the lap belt or shoulder part of the lap/
shoulder belt. You may have to press on one
armrest at a time to get the auto belt tight.
Pull the seat belt as tight as possible across
the unit.
4. Secure the top tether to the vehicle tether
anchor if desired.
5. Rock the Sit’n’Stroll™sideways and pull it
forward from the vehicle’s seat to check it is
securely tightened. If it moves away from the
vehicle seat, retighten the vehicle seat belts.
6. If you have tightened the belt and it is still not
secure, move it to another seating location and
repeat steps 1-5. If there is no location in your
vehicle that will securely hold the restraint, do
not use it! Contact your vehicle dealer to have
a vehicle belt installed that will remain tight.
This type of seat belt system stays loose during normal driving. However, they
have special retractors which allow use with child restraints. Read your vehicle
owner’s manual and look for a label on the vehicle seat belt. Note: Not all vehicle
belts with switchable retractors have instructions for securing child restraints on
the vehicle belt.
1. Pull the vehicle belt all the way out. You may hear a ratchet sound as the belt
retracts into the car frame.
2. Follow steps 1-5 in the directions for manually adjusted belts above.
3. Ensure the vehicle belt is securely locked by pulling slowly on the shoulder
portion of the belt. It should remain locked. If it is not locked, allow the car
seat belt to fully retract and repeat.
Be sure the vehicle seat belts are not twisted.
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Switchable Retractors