Silver Cross ZEST User manual

IMPORTANT: KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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These instructions are important.
Read these instructions carefully before
use and keep them for future reference.
Your child’s safety may be aected if you
do not follow these instructions. Your Zest
pushchair is a high quality Silver Cross
product. It meets current safety standards
and care and regular light maintenance
will ensure long service. This vehicle is
intended for children from birth to 25kg.
If somebody unfamiliar is using your Zest
pushchair always ensure that they read
these instructions carefully so that they
understand how the product works best.
Always read all the instructions provided
carefully and remember, the safety of your
child is your responsibility.
WARNING: Never leave your
child unattended.
Contents
Your Zest pushchair includes the following
components, please check that you have
all the items before proceeding:
1.1 Zest Pushchair Chassis,
Seat Fabrics and Basket
1.2 Zest Hood
1.3 Zest Raincover
1.4 Zest Front Wheel Assembly x2
Assembling the Zest
WARNING: Check the wheel
is secure by pulling gently
downwards.
Repeat on both sides. Your Zest is now
ready to be unfolded.
2.1 Locate the locking catch on the side
of the pushchair and lift to release
from the locking stud.
2.2 Allow the pushchair to open by lifting
the handles upwards and the wheels
will naturally fall to the oor.
1.1
1.2 1.3
1.4
2.1
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Assembling the Zest (continued)
2.3 Finally, press down gently upon
the rear locking catch, positioned
between the rear wheels, to lock your
pushchair.
WARNING: Failure to do this
will cause damage to your
pushchair.
Place the pushchair on a at surface
and ensure that the pushchair moves
freely.
2.4 To t your Zest hood, locate the clips
on the hood. Now attach the hood
to the Zest chassis by sliding clips
over the hood connection bracket.
A positive engagement should be
ensured.
2.5 Connect the fabric of the hood
to the fabric of the seat with two
press studs, one on each side of the
pushchair.
2.6 Connect the fabric of the hood to
the rear leg of the chassis with two
press studs, one on each side of the
pushchair.
Assembling the Zest (continued)
2.7 Your Zest hood can be opened and
folded by pulling the hood forward
or pushing backwards on the hood
frame. Your hood can also be
extended forwards by unzipping zip
as shown in diagram 2.7. Please note
when folding your Zest pushchair
you should always ensure the hood
is folded away. Failure to do this
could result in damage to your Zest
pushchair.
2.8 Your Zest pushchair has a multi-
position calf support. Locate the
adjustment levers either side of the
calf support. Pull levers towards you
and adjust to the required position.
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.8
2.7
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Reclining the Zest
3.1 Your Zest pushchair has a multi-
position recline.
3.2 First, locate the backrest adjustment
mechanism at the rear of the seat.
Pull up the recline lever and gently
lower to the desired position.
3.3 To raise the backrest locate the
recline lever and pull up gently into
the desired position. The backrest will
rise to the desired height.
NOTE: The backrest should
always be in the upright
position and the hood folded
away prior to folding.
3.1
3.2
3.3
Using the Harness
The harness is a ve point system
consisting of shoulder straps, waist straps
and crotch strap. Before you use the
pushchair, the harness must be adjusted to
suit the size of the child.
4.1 It is very important that you make
sure the shoulder straps are the
correct height for your child. The
shoulder straps should be level or just
below your child’s shoulders.
In a safe and secure environment,
place your child in the pushchair
with the backrest upright and assess
which of the three shoulder strap
height positions is most suitable for
your child.
NOTE: Winter/Summer clothing
can make a dierence to the
size of your child.
WARNING: NEVER LEAVE YOUR
CHILD UNATTENDED DURING
THIS PROCESS. Remove your
child whilst the following
adjustments are being made.
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5.1 Adjusting the harness
5.1 Your Zest pushchair has a multi-
position height adjustment for the
harness. To adjust the shoulder strap
height, start by disconnecting the
shoulder clips from the waist clips.
5.2 Pass one of the shoulder clips
through the button hole on the cover
and backrest. Once the clip is fully
through to the opposite side of the
backrest, pass it back through the
desired slot. Repeat these steps for
the other shoulder clip, ensuring that
the selected button holes are in line.
5.2
Adjusting the harness
WARNING: Always ensure
plastic toggles on shoulder and
waist straps are securely and
correctly located into backrest.
6.1 Plastic toggles must always be
located correctly into backrest.
They do not need to be removed to
adjust harness.
6.2 If, for any reason, toggles are
removed, they can be re-located
by pushing into the hole on the
backrest, ensuring 2 prongs click into
place securely.
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Adjusting the harness
WARNING: Always ensure
buckle toggle is securely and
correctly located into seat.
Buckle strap must always be located
correctly into seat. It does not need
to be removed to adjust harness.
7.1 If, for any reason, the buckle strap
is removed, it can be re-located by
pushing through both the buttonhole
on seat fabric and buttonhole on
seat substructure.
7.2 Ensure the buckle strap goes through
both layers of fabrics.
7. 3 Your harness is fully adjustable by
moving the sliders (A), to make
tting easy. Normally, each shoulder
strap is adjusted to the same length
as the waist straps.
‘D’ rings are provided for tting a
separate harness if required (B),
complying with BS 6684. Your child
should always be harnessed in and
should never be left unattended, even
for short periods of time.
7.1
7. 2
Using the harness
Attach and release the buckle as necessary
to facilitate harness adjustment and
checking the harness tightness.
WARNING: Always use the
crotch strap in combination
with the waist belt.
8.1 Start by connecting shoulder clips to
waistclips.
8.2 To fasten the harness insert the pairs
of clips into each side of the buckle.
Listen for the ‘click’.
8.3 Pull sliders in one direction to length
the strap
8.4 Pull slider in opposite direction to
shorten strap
WARNING: Always use the
restraint system. To release the
harness, press the centre and
pull apart. The shoulder clips
can be detached from the waist
clips if required.
8.1
8.2
BB
A
A
A A
7. 3
8.3
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Using the brakes
10.1 Your Zest pushchair has a parking
brake. To apply the brake simply
press downwards on either brake
catch located on the rear wheels.
The brake will automatically lock on
both wheels simultaneously.
WARNING: Ensure both
brake levers are locked in
position securely.
10.2 To release the parking brake simply
lift either brake catch and both
catches will release simultaneously.
NOTE: Always apply brake when
placing and removing your
child.
10.1
10.2
Harness tightness
It is important to ensure that your child
is securely fastened into the harness by
assessing the tightness of the straps.
9.1 You should only be able to insert 2
ngers between the shoulder straps
and the waist straps.
NOTE: Winter/Summer clothing
can make a dierence to the
size of your child.
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Using the wheel locks
11.1 Your Zest pushchair has front swivel
wheels. To lock, locate the locking
catch between the front wheels,
pivot the wheels into the position for
moving forward and lift the locking
catch. To use the wheels in swivel
mode, release the catch and the
wheels will swivel freely. Repeat on
each wheel.
NOTE: Do not attempt to
swivel the wheels with the lock
engaged as this may damage
the swivel lock.
11.1 Folding the Zest
NOTE: The backrest should
always be in the upright
position and the hood folded
away prior to folding.
12.1 To start folding, locate the rear
locking catch (positioned between
the rear wheels) and lift upwards
with the toe of your shoe.
12.2 Now locate the secondary safety
catch located above the right hand
rear wheel. Gently press down until
the lock has released.
NOTE: Check there are no large
rigid items inside the basket
before folding as presence of
such items may lead to damage
of the chassis.
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Folding the Zest (continued)
12.3 Push the handles forwards and the
pushchair will naturally close in three
dimensions to a compact size. Ensure
the locking catch on the side of the
pushchair has engaged.
12.4 Your Zest pushchair has a fabric carry
strap to the rear of the stroller.
WARNING: This strap is the only
position from which you should
lift your pushchair to avoid
possible damage.
12.3
12.4
Attaching the raincover
13.1 To attach your raincover locate guide
holes over handles, and slide the
cover down over the chassis.
13.2 Fasten velcro handles to secure
the raincover.
13.3 Hook elastic loops either side of
raincover over plastic studs on
chassis.
Pull raincover down to the bottom
of the pushchair and tuck foot end
under calf support.
13.3
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Safety Notes
This item is a high quality Silver Cross
product. It complies with BS EN1888:2012
and with correct use and maintenance will
give good service. If however you should
have any problems with your product,
please contact your Silver Cross retailer
who will take appropriate action.
WARNING:
This product is suitable from
birth to 25kg
It is recommended the most
reclined position is used for new
born babies.
Always use the restraint system.
Never leave your child
unattended.
Ensure all locking devices are
engaged before use.
To avoid injury ensure that
your child is kept away when
unfolding and folding this
product.
Do not let your child play with
this product.
This product is not suitable for
running or skating.
Parking device shall be engaged
when placing or removing the
child.
Any load attached to the
handle and/or the back of the
backrest and/or on the side
of the vehicle will aect the
stability of the vehicle.
Do not carry more than one
child in this pushchair.
Do not stand a second child on
rear lock and use as a buggy
board.
Do not attach a third party
buggy board.
Accessories which are not
approved by Silver Cross shall
not be used.
Only replacement parts
supplied/recommended by Silver
Cross shall be used.
Do not use if any part is broken,
torn, or missing.
The child should be clear of
moving parts whilst making
adjustments.
Do not allow your child to climb
in or out of the pushchair of
their own accord, as this could
result in injury to your child or
damage to your pushchair.
Never leave your child in the
pushchair with the raincover
fully tted other than in normal
outside use.
The safety of your child is your
responsibility.
Seat unit only compatible with:
Zest Chassis.
Basket capacity: 2kg
Cupholder capacity: 340g
The child should always wear a safety
harness complying with BS6684. “D” rings
are provided for the attachment of an
additional harness. These are located on
the seat unit.
Always hold the seat when making
adjustments. Be sure that the parking
brake is on. If you have any diculty in
folding or unfolding the pushchair do not
force as this will cause damage. Read the
“To fold or unfold” instructions carefully.
It may be unsafe to t accessories or
spare parts other than those supplied or
recommended by Silver Cross. If anyone
other than the owner is going to use this
product (e.g. grandparent, child minder),
please show them how to use it correctly.
Care and Maintenance
Chassis - Always check your pushchair
for signs of wear. Regularly lubricate
all moving parts. Check for freedom of
movement of all locking devices. Polish
metal work with a clean, dry cloth.
Dirt and dust within moving mechanisms
may be rinsed away with clean water. Do
not soak or submerge.
Fabric items - Please refer to the washcare
instructions on each individual item’s
washcare label.
Seat Unit - To clean, sponge area with
warm soapy water. Rinse well with clean
water to avoid staining. Allow to dry
naturally, away from direct heat and
strong sunlight.
Never machine wash, tumble dry, iron or
bleach any of the fabric items or seat unit.
A certain degree of fading may occur over
time through everyday use.
Guarantee
All Silver Cross products are guaranteed
for a period of 12 months against faulty
workmanship, when the product is used
correctly according to the instruction
manual.
Please read these instructions carefully
before using your new Silver Cross Product
and keep for future reference.
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