Steelcraft EZ ride User manual

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Series LX5016
IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS BOOKLET IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
EZ ride
LIGHTWEIGHT STROLLER

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ALWAYS FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURERS INSTRUCTIONS.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY AND USE
OF THIS STROLLER.
THE CORRECT USE AND MAINTENANCE OF THIS PRODUCT IS
ESSENTIAL.
• USE GREAT CARE WHEN USING THE STROLLER ON STAIRS,
ESCALATORS, TRAVELATORS OR OTHER MOVING SURFACES.
• IT IS RECOMMENDED TO REMOVE THE CHILD FROM THE STROLLER
BEFORE GOING UP OR DOWN STAIRS OR ESCALATORS.
• DO NOT LIFT THE STROLLER BY THE ARM BAR OR TRAY BECAUSE
IT MAY DISENGAGE.
• DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO STAND ON THE SEAT.
• DO NOT HANG BAGS OR GOODS FROM THE HANDLE AS THIS
COULD CAUSE THE STROLLER TO TIP OVER.
• DO NOT LEAVE THE STROLLER AND ITS ACCESSORIES NEAR AN
OPEN FIRE OR EXPOSED FLAME.
• DO NOT PLACE MORE THAN 5KG IN THE BASKET, OR 1KG IN THE
CANOPY POCKET (IF SUPPLIED).
IMPORTANT NOTES:
IMPORTANT NOTES

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WARNINGS: TO AVOID INJURY OR DEATH:
ALWAYS APPLY THE BRAKES WHENEVER THE STROLLER IS
STATIONARY.
• DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED.
• SECURE THE CHILD IN THE HARNESS AT ALL TIMES.
• DO NOT CARRY EXTRA CHILDREN OR BAGS ON THIS STROLLER.
• MAKE SURE CHILDREN ARE CLEAR OF ANY MOVING PARTS IF YOU
ADJUST THE STROLLER.
• DO NOT USE ANY ACCESSORIES OTHER THAN THOSE APPROVED
FOR USE WITH THIS STROLLER BY BRITAX.
• IT IS UNSAFE TO USE ACCESSORIES NOT APPROVED FOR USE WITH
THIS STROLLER.
• THE MAXIMUM WEIGHT OF THE CHILD USING THIS STROLLER IS
NOT TO EXCEED 20 KG.
This CAUTION Symbol is shown at certain steps in
this Instruction Manual to highlight the danger
of being injured by moving parts.
CAUTION
WARNINGS

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The SMART lifting technique
This technique can be used to pick up small light loads from low levels.
Size up the Load
• Assess the load (size, shape and weight).
• Assess whether the load needs to be moved;
• Where is it going to be placed” Check that there are no obstructions;
• Assess whether mechanical or human assistance is required.
Move the Load as close to the body as possible
• A load is heavier to lift or carry if it is not close to the body.
• The whole hand should be used to ensure a firm grip.
Always bend your knees
• Maintain balance.
• Keep feet apart and in a comfortable position.
• Minimise lower back bending.
• Bend knees preferable at as large an angle as possible but not at a right
angle - use a semi squat in preference to a full squat.
Raise the load with your legs
• Achieve the lift smoothly and without jerkiness.
• Maintain the normal curvature of the spine to allow the force of the
load to be distributed evenly from the spine to the pelvis.
Turn your feet in the direction that you want to move the load.
• Avoid unnecessary bending, twisting and reaching.
• Change direction by turning your feet and not your back.
• To set the load down, squat down, keep your head up and let your legs
do the work.
Remember to ‘THINK TALL’ chest lifted, shoulders relaxed, chin
tucked in and head level.
MANUAL HANDLING TECHNIQUES

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PARTS LIST
5-Point Harness
Handle
Canopy
Bumper Bar
Front Wheel release
Arm Bar
Release Button
Folding Strap
Foot Rest
Swivel Lock

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PARTS LIST
Backrest
Adjuster
Basket
Handle
Adjustment
Folding button
Frame lock Latch
Rear Wheel
Release
Brake Pedal

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STROLLER ASSEMBLY
OPENING THE STROLLER FRAME
IMPORTANT NOTES:
PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 4 FOR SMART LIFTING TECHNIQUES.
• RELEASE THE FRAME LOCK LATCH WITH DUE CARE AND OPEN THE
FRAME.
• WHEN OPENING THE STROLLER, BE AWARE OF THE DANGER OF
BEING INJURED BY MOVING PARTS AND LOCKING DEVICES
DURING THE PROCESS. KEEP ALL HANDS AND LIMBS CLEAR OF
THESE PARTS.
• THERE IS POTENTIAL FOR FINGERS OR PARTS OF THE BODY TO BE
INJURED WHEN THE STROLLER IS BEING UNFOLDED, DUE CARE
SHOULD BE EXERCISED.
• KEEP CHILDREN CLEAR OF THE STROLLER WHEN UNFOLDING THE
STROLLER.
• OPEN THE STROLLER SLOWLY AND BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU
PLACE YOUR HANDS. KEEPING YOUR HANDS ON THE HANDLE IS
THE BEST WAY TO UNFOLD THE STROLLER.
A Release the frame lock latch (1) located on the rear leg.
B Open the frame as shown by the arrows (2) until you hear a ‘click’
which indicates the frame is fully opened and locked. Push down on
the stroller handle to confirm that the frame is locked.
CAUTION
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2
2
2
frame lock latch
1
2
A B

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ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE FRONT SWIVEL WHEELS
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ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE FRONT REAR WHEELS
A B
A To attach each front swivel wheel, insert the swivel wheel and push it
into the wheel moulding until you hear a ‘click’ which indicates the
wheel is locked in. Pull on each wheel to make sure it is engaged.
Repeat the process if not locked in.
B To remove each front swivel wheel, press the grey quick release
button on the top of the front leg mouldings.
A B
A Insert each wheel axle into the moulding and push in until locked.
You should hear a ‘click’ which indicates the wheel has locked in.
Pull on the wheel to make sure it is engaged.
Repeat the process if not lockedin.
B To remove the wheels, pull the metal latch downwards on the
underneath of the rear wheel moulding to release the wheel,
and then pull the wheel off.
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Metal Latch
STROLLER ASSEMBLY

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STROLLER ASSEMBLY
The sun is very strong. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CHILD EXPOSED TO THE
SUN. The canopy or hood on this product will not give your child total
protection from the harmful rays of the sun.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
ATTACHING THE CANOPY
A To attach the canopy, slide the canopy mouldings (as shown by the
arrow) into the frame mouldings until they lock together.
B Attach the hook strip (1) on the outside edge of the canopy to the
loop strip (2) on the inside edge of the stroller seat side panel.
C To adjust the canopy, open by pulling forward, or close by pushing it
backward.
AB
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2

STROLLER ASSEMBLY
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ATTACHING THE CANOPY
D To use the peek a boo window in the canopy back flap, lift the window
cover which is held in place by hook and loop tabs. Roll the canopy
window flap up and secure with the elastic loop and toggle.
E To remove the canopy, slide the canopy mouldings (as shown by the
arrow) out of the frame mouldings.

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STROLLER ASSEMBLY
ATTACHING THE ARM BAR
WARNING: WHEN A CHILD IS IN THE STROLLER KEEP
THE ARM BAR ATTACHED TO THE ADAPTORS AT ALL TIMES.
A Stand beside the stroller and pull the fabric back from the sides
of the stroller to expose the stroller hinge. Slide the arm bar
mouldings onto the stroller hinge (as shown by the arrow) until
you hear a ‘click’ which indicates the arm bar has locked in.
Pull up on the arm bar to ensure it has fully locked in.
B To remove the arm bar, push the red quick release tabs in on the
inside of each stroller hinge and slide the arm bar out of the stroller.

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STROLLER OPERATION
USING THE BRAKES
WARNING: ALWAYS APPLY THE BRAKES WHEN THE
STROLLER IS STATIONARY.
B To lock the rear wheels, press the brake lever down until you hear a
‘click’. Push the stroller back and forth to confirm the wheels are
locked. If not locked, repeat this step.
C To unlock the rear wheels, push the brake lever up until you hear a
‘click’.
Brake Lever
A The red brake lever is located on the right hand side of the stroller
beside the rear wheel.
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STROLLER OPERATION
A To lock the swivel wheels, push the swivel lock up on the front
of each wheel until you hear a ‘click’.
B To allow the wheels to swivel, push the swivel lock down on the
front of each wheel until you hear a ‘click’.
PLEASE NOTE: Always lock the swivel wheels when using the stroller
on rough surfaces as this will minimise wheel wobble.
The swivel wheels should only be locked when the wheels are in the
trailing position (wheels under frame).
USING THE FRONT SWIVEL WHEELS
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STROLLER OPERATION
ADJUSTING THE BACKREST
WARNINGS:
• THE UPRIGHT POSITIONS ARE NOT SUITABLE FOR USE WITH
CHILDREN LESS THAN 6 MONTHS OLD.
• THE LOWEST RECLINE POSITION SHOULD BE USED TO
TRANSPORT BABIES. THE BACKREST CAN BE ADJUSTED TO A
MORE UPRIGHT POSITION AS THE CHILD GROWS OLDER AND IS
ABLE TO SUPPORT ITS HEAD WITHOUT ASSISTANCE.
PLEASE NOTE: If the child is sitting in the seat, support the backrest as it
reclines. If you have difficulty adjusting the backrest you may need to remove
the child from the seat to allow you to raise or lower the backrest with ease.
A To raise the backrest, grasp the plastic slider and with the other
hand pull the strap until you reach the desired position.
B To lower the backrest, support the backrest with one hand and
with the other hand pull the plastic slider to the left to extend the
strap until you reach the desired position.
A B

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STROLLER OPERATION
ADJUSTING THE PIVOTAL HANDLE
A To adjust the handle height, squeeze in and hold the buttons on the
outside of the handle. Rotate the handle up or down to the desired
position then release the buttons.
Handle Adjustment Button

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STROLLER OPERATION
A A wrist tether strap is provided on the handle grip. Slide your hand
through the tether strap loop whenever you use the stroller. Only
remove your hand from the tether strap loop when the brakes have
been applied to the stroller wheels.
WARNINGS: USE THE TETHER STRAP TO STOP THE
STROLLER ROLLING AWAY.
• THE STROLLER IS DESIGNED FOR USE ON FLAT OR GENTLY SLOPING
SURFACES, AND MAY BE UNSTABLE ON HIGHER SLOPING AND
UNEVEN SURFACES AND USERS SHOULD BE AWARE OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF THE STROLLER ROLLING AWAY OR TIPPING OVER.
• NEVER LET GO OF THE STROLLER WHEN PARKED ON AN INCLINE OR
SLOPING SURFACE BECAUSE IT MAY SLIDE OR TIP OVER. ALWAYS
PARK ON A FLAT SURFACE AND APPLY THE BRAKES.
• ALWAYS APPLY THE BRAKES WHENEVER THE STROLLER IS
STATIONARY.
USING THE TETHER STRAP

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STROLLER OPERATION
• A five point harness is provided to restrain your child.
• Buckle tongues separate for added safety.
• To reconnect buckle tongues and to secure the child in the harness
please follow the steps below carefully.
• ENSURE YOUR CHILD IS SECURED WITH A CORRECTLY ADJUSTED
HARNESS.
• THE ADJUSTED HARNESS SHOULD CLOSELY FIT THE CHILD.
• NEVER LEAVE THE HARNESS BUCKLED WHEN NOT FITTED TO A
CHILD IN THE STROLLER, BECAUSE THE HARNESS CAN FORM
LOOPS WHICH MAY POSE A STRANGULATION HAZARD.
• WHEN HARNESS IS NOT IN USE, DISCONNECT SHOULDER STRAPS
FROM THE WAIST STRAPS AND BUCKLE TO PREVENT
STRANGULATION.
WARNING: USE THE HARNESS AT ALL TIMES.
USING THE HARNESS
A Always apply the brakes on the stroller when placing the child in the
stroller. Slip one shoulder strap over each shoulder. Position crotch
strap between legs.
PLEASE NOTE: Ensure the straps are not twisted as they may become
uncomfortable for the child.

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STROLLER OPERATION
USING THE HARNESS
B Position the shoulder strap tongue (A) on top of the waist buckle
tongue (B) on both sides.
C Push both buckle tongues (A + B) into the buckle housing (C) until the
buckle tongues lock into position.

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STROLLER OPERATION
USING THE HARNESS
D Tighten or loosen crotch straps by sliding the 3 bar sliders up or down.
E To tighten or loosen the waist straps, hold and lift the 4 bar slider and
then pull the harness strap to adjust to the desired fit. The waist strap
needs to fit firmly around the child.

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STROLLER OPERATION
USING THE HARNESS
F To tighten or loosen the shoulder straps, slide the 3 bar slider up or
down to adjust to the desired fit. Always adjust the harness strap
when changing the seating position of the child.
CAUTION: DO NOT SLIDE 3 BAR SLIDER OVER THE
SEWN TAB ON SHOULDER HARNESS.
G To release the buckle, squeeze the top and buckle tongues together
with enough pressure so the buckle tongues can release from the
buckle housing.