The First Years C650, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...perly increases the risk of serious injury or death in a sudden stop or crash Do not install or use this Convertible Seat until you have read and understood the instructions in this manual DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur True Fit Deluxe Convertible carseat Model C650 ...

Page 2: ...erstandable We apologize for beginning our instructions with so many warnings but they are very important for you to properly restrain your child Read and understand all of the instructions and warnings The safety of your child depends on it If you have any questions or need assistance please contact the highly trained First Years Staff at 1 888 899 2229 1 Section 1 Introduction Keep this instruct...

Page 3: ...g w Lap Shoulder Belt 7 3 Rear Facing w Lap Belt 7 4 Rear Facing w LATCH Lower Anchor 7 5 Aircraft Use 7 6 Forward Facing w Lap Shoulder Belt 7 7 Forward Facing w Lap Belt 7 8 Forward Facing w LATCH Lower Anchor 7 9 Recline Adjustment 7 10 Rear Facing Angle Indicator 7 11 Selecting Harness Height 7 12 Shoulder Height Adjustment 7 13 Tether Storage 7 14 5 Pt Buckle 7 15 Chest Clip 7 16 Adjust Harne...

Page 4: ...DO NOT place rear facing child seat on front seat with air bag DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY can occur The back seat is the safest place for children 12 and under NO coloque el asiento infantil para el automóvil orientado hacia atrás en el asiento delantero del vehículo que tenga una bolsa neumática de seguridad El niño podría MORIR O SUFRIR LESIONES GRAVES El asiento trasero es el lugar más seguro para...

Page 5: ...stand the instructions and labels and can demonstrate proper use to your satisfaction Use only car seat accessories manufactured by The First Years Accessories can affect your child s safety in a sudden stop or crash Section 3 Warnings 4 WARNING DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur DO NOT modify or attach any toys padding or other items to this Convertible Seat Untested modifications or padding could...

Page 6: ...e replacing this convertible seat DO NOT use this Convertible Seat if it is damaged in any way or has missing parts Refer to section 5 for for True Fit parts STOP USING THIS Convertible Seat AND THROW IT AWAY after the date on the back of the seat WARNING DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur THROW IT AWAY in a dark trash bag Do Not sell to a thrift or consignment shops garage sales or at flea markets...

Page 7: ...at Rear Facing Use Requirements This child restraint without the upper seatback in a rear facing position is designed for use by children whose Weight is between 5 and 22 lbs 2 3 and 10 kg and Head is 1 inch below the top of the seat Child MUST meet BOTH of these requirements to use this Convertible Seat without the upper seatback installed 6 1 5 to 22 lbs Rear Facing Use Only Max Head Height rear...

Page 8: ...k installed in a rear facing position is designed for use by children whose Weight is between 5 and 35 lbs 2 3 and 15 88 kg and Head is 1 inch below the top of the seat Child MUST meet BOTH of these requirements to use this Convertible Seat 7 5 35 lbs 1 Rear Facing Use r e a r f a c i n g f o r w a r d f a c i n g rear facing forward facing ...

Page 9: ...en 23 and 65 lbs 10 43 and 29 kg and Height is 50 inches 127 cm or less Child MUST meet ALL of these requirements to use this Convertible Seat forward facing WARNING NEVER install the C650 True Fit Deluxe in a forward facing position without the upper seat back installed Age is 1 year Ellen Ellen 8 Upper Seat Back 23 65 lbs Less than 50 Over 12 mos Forward Facing Use Max Ear Height rear facing for...

Page 10: ...n 5 Convertible Seat Parts Removable Upper Seat Back Head Bolster Harness Pads Chest clip Seat Lumbar Pad 5pt Buckle Harness Tension Adjuster Drink Holder 9 Lower Anchor Connectors Rear Facing Angle Indicator ...

Page 11: ...Section 5 Convertible Seat Parts 10 Lower Anchor Storage Locations Rear Facing Belt Path Blue Forward Facing Belt Path Red rear facing forward facing Adjustable Upright Recline Foot ...

Page 12: ...Section 5 Convertible Seat Parts Drink Holder Instructions Holder Upper Seat Back Release Harness Height Adjustment Release Removable Upper Seat Back Top Tether 11 Lower Anchor Connectors ...

Page 13: ...in forward facing position NEVER use this restraint in a forward facing position with the removable upper seatback removed NEVER attach two LATCH lower anchors to the same LATCH attachment point NEVER use both the LATCH lower anchors and the vehicle s seat belts at the same time DO NOT place rear facing child seat on front seat with air bag DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY can occur The back seat is the sa...

Page 14: ...raffic Safety Administration NHTSA alerts vehicle owners that according to accident statistics children under age 13 are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions rather than in front seating positions 2 Refer to vehicle owner s manual for car seat installation instructions for your specific vehicle Use of Convertible Seats in a vehicle rear seat location LATCH anchor connector ...

Page 15: ... Belt Systems Use only the vehicle s lap and shoulder belt lap belt or LATCH system when restraining this Convertible Seat Design and operation of vehicle seat belt systems vary from vehicle to vehicle and from seating location to seating location in the same vehicle Not all vehicle seat belts can be used with a child restraint Refer to the information in this section on the various types of vehic...

Page 16: ...der Belt Passive Restraints Lap Or Shoulder Belt Mounted On Front Door NO NO DO NOT use this Convertible seat with the following vehicle seat belts 5 LATCH Lower Anchor Points Lower Anchor Point Locations Consult your automobile s owner s manual or manufacturer for location and availability of LATCH anchor points ...

Page 17: ...allow the lap portion of the belt to loosen once it is buckled The belt is tightend by pulling hard on the shoulder portion of the vehiclebelt while pushing down on the restraint LAP SHOULDER BELTS Combination lap shoulder belt with locking latch plate Combination lap shoulder belt with sliding latch plate This type of belt system has a latch plate that allows the belt to slide through even when i...

Page 18: ...he lap belt to lengthen once it is buckled Tighten by feeding the autobelt back into the retractor while pushing down on the infant restraint Unsafe Vehicle Seat Belt Systems Passive Restraints Motorized Shoulder Belt Passive Restraints Lap Or Shoulder Belt Mounted On Front Door NO NO DO NOT use this Infant seat with the following vehicle seat belts Lap Belt with Emergency Locking Retractor ELR Do...

Page 19: ...ates as a ratchet winding in slack preventing further extension until completely rewound In most belts you will hear a faint clicking sound that indicates the belt is locked and ratcheting in Switchable When Adjusted to the ELR mode Manually adjustable from ELR mode to ALR mode For most pull belt webbing all the way out of the retractor to activate theALR mode A slight click may be heard but the b...

Page 20: ...your vehicle is equipped with LATCH lower anchor attachment points the lower anchor attachment points may be visible at the seat crease If not the symbol below may be affixed near the seat crease to indicate the attachment points LATCH Lower Anchor symbol Top Tether Locations are indicated by the following symbols LATCH Top Tether symbol Consult your vehicle s owner s manual for your vehicle s exa...

Page 21: ...ion 20 Ceiling mount Rear Package Shelf Pick up Truck Floor Mounts Vehicle With Reinforced Seats LATCH Top Tether Anchor Locations LATCH Lower Anchor Attachment Points This child restraint is equipped with lower anchor and top tether connectors ...

Page 22: ...ght for LATCH Lower Anchor 48lbs 21kg Top Tether 48lbs 21kg Use the vehicle s seat belt for children weighing more than 48 lbs 21kg or refer to your automobile s owner s manual for the maximum weight allowances for LATCH installation 21 LATCH r e a r f a c i n g f o r w a r d f a c i n g ...

Page 23: ...29 to obtain instructions NEVER leave child unattended under any circumstance WARNING DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur 22 Use only in a rear facing position when using restraint with an infant weighing less than 22 Pounds 9kg Use only with children who weigh between 5 and 65 pounds 2 3 and 29 kg and whose height is 50 inches 127 cm or less Rear Facing 5 22 pounds with the removable upper seatback...

Page 24: ...is Section of the True Fit Deluxe Owner s Manual Contains the step by step installations instructions and step by step adjustment instructions Be sure to read the entire True Fit Deluxe Owner s Manual before you attempt an installation Call The First Years at 1 888 899 2229 for assistance and to answer any questions that you may have 23 ...

Page 25: ...kle strap at crotch but not under Insert the silver buckle tongues into the buckle Note Pull up and test buckle tongues to be sure they are secure Place chest clip at arm pit level Insert chest clip tabs and press together Pull outward on chest clip s ends to be sure it is secure Pull on harness adjuster to tighten harness straps A snug strap should not allow any slack It lies in a relatively stra...

Page 26: ... and install the True Fit in a green zone per the instructions in this section To remove the upper seatback refer to section 7 17 and read all WARNINGS Reinstall the upper seat back when child reaches 22 lbs Keep child rear facing as long as possible If you have any question regarding the use of the upper seat back or any other questions please contact the First Years staff at 1 888 899 2229 7 2 R...

Page 27: ...recline foot to the rear facing position and place this restraint in a rear seating position Note If needed a towel or pool noodle can be used for extra elevation and angle adjustment 7 2 Rear Facing Installation with Lap Shoulder Belt 26 rear facing forward facing ...

Page 28: ...nd the 2 side snaps Lift and fold back padding Rotate blue rear facing lock off toward the center of the restraint Lift the yellow arm away from lock off Rotate blue rear facing lock off lock toward the center of the restraint Lift the yellow arm away from lock off Rear of vehicle 27 rear facing forward facing ...

Page 29: ... yellow arm into place and hold Rotate blue lock to the locked position You will feel the blue lock snap into position Repeatotherside Ensure the angle indicator ball is in zone 1 for infants and zone 1 2 for toddlers Check for movement of the restraint at the safety belt path The restraint should not move more than 1 inch in any direction If the restraint moves more than 1 inch repeat all steps u...

Page 30: ... zone installation remove the upper seatback and install the True Fit in a green zone per the instructions in this section To remove the upper seatback refer to section 7 17 and read all WARNINGS Reinstall the upper seat back when child reaches 22 lbs Keep child in a rear facing position as long as possible If you have any question regarding the use of the upper seat back or any other questions pl...

Page 31: ...ve the recline foot to the recline position and place this restraint in a rear seating position Note If needed a towel or pool noodle can be used for extra elevation and angle adjustment 30 7 3 Rear Facing Installation with Lap Belt rear facing forward facing ...

Page 32: ...e 2 side snaps Lift and fold back padding Rotate blue rear facing lock off toward the center of the restraint Lift the yellow arm away from lock off Rotate blue rear facing lock off lock toward the center of the restraint Lift the yellow arm away from lock off Rear of vehicle 31 rear facing forward facing ...

Page 33: ...low arm into place and hold Rotate blue lock to the locked position You will feel the blue lock snap into position Repeatotherside Ensure the angle indicator ball is in zone 1 for infants and zone 1 2 for toddlers Check for movement of the restraint at the safety belt path The restraint should not move more than 1 inch in any direction If the restraint moves more than 1 inch repeat all steps until...

Page 34: ... and install the True Fit in a green zone per the instructions in this section To remove the upper seatback refer to section 7 17 and read all WARNINGS Reinstall the upper seat back when child reaches 22 lbs Keep child rear facing as long as possible If you have any question regarding the use of the upper seat back or any other questions please contact the First Years staff at 1 888 899 2229 7 4 R...

Page 35: ...e recline foot to the recline position and place this restraint in a rear seating position Note If needed a towel or pool noodle can be used for extra elevation and angle adjustment 7 4 Rear Facing Installation with LATCH LowerAnchor 34 rear facing forward facing ...

Page 36: ...ors from purple holders See page 58 for moving Lower Anchors from forward facing to Rear Facing Rotate blue rear facing lock off lock toward the center of the restraint Lift the yellow arm away from lock off Rotate blue rear facing lock off lock toward the center of the restraint Lift the yellow arm away from lock off 35 Rear of vehicle rear facing forward facing ...

Page 37: ... for securing the restraint to the vehicle Press down on seat with hand to compress the automobile seat cushion With weight in seat insert the lower anchor connector onto the vehicle connector anchor point Tighten the lower anchor connector by pulling up on the webbing end Pull up on the lower anchor connector to ensure the lower anchor is securely fastened 12 11 11 12 36 Rear of vehicle rear faci...

Page 38: ...with to keep the child s airway open Check for movement of the restraint at the safety belt path The restraint should not move more than 1 inch in any direction If the restraint moves more than 1 inch repeat all steps until all safety steps are met Fold pad down and fasten all snaps 7 5 Aircraft Use Follow the seat belt installation for use in an Aircraft Consult your airline for requirements to u...

Page 39: ...on 7 Installation and Use Ensure vehicle is level Place this restraint in a rear seating position TopTether 38 7 6 Forward Facing Installation with Lap Shoulder Belt and Top Tether rear facing forward facing ...

Page 40: ...g lock off Route auto belt through forward facing belt path Put weight in seat with hand to compress the automobile seat cushion With weight still in seat insert the buckle tongue into the buckle and adjust seat belt as tight as possible Pull up on buckle tongue to ensure the buckle is secure Raise forward lockoff over the seat belt 39 rear facing forward facing ...

Page 41: ...signated achor point Pull Top Tether strap until webbing strap is snug Your automobile s owner s manual will give the anchor locations and maximum weight of the restraint s occupant for LATCH connections Check for movement of the restraint at the safety belt path The restraint should not move more than 1 inch in any direction If the restraint moves more than 1 inch repeat all steps until all safet...

Page 42: ...ection 7 Installation and Use Ensure vehicle is level Place this restraint in a rear seating position TopTether 41 7 7 Forward Facing Installation with Lap Belt and Top Tether rear facing forward facing ...

Page 43: ...ard facing lock off Route auto belt through forward facing belt path Put weight in seat with hand to compress the automobile seat cushion With weight still in seat insert the buckle tongue into the buckle and adjust seat belt as tight as possible Pull up on buckle tongue to ensure the buckle is secure Raise forward lockoff over the seat belt 42 ...

Page 44: ...ted achor point Pull Top Tether strap until webbing strap is snug Your automobile s owner s manual will give the anchor locations and maximum weight of the restraint s occupant for LATCH connections Check for movement of the restraint at the safety belt path The restraint should not move more than 1 inch in any direction If the restraint moves more than 1 inch repeat all steps until all safety ste...

Page 45: ...ehicle is level Place this restraint in a rear seating position designated as lower anchor compatible Refer to your automobile s owner s manual for LATCH locations 7 4 LATCH Forward Facing Installation with Lower Anchor and Top Tether 44 rear facing forward facing ...

Page 46: ... from the rear facing to forward facing belt refer page 58 for re routing instructions Press down on seat with hand to compress the automobile seat cushion With weight in seat insert the lower anchor connector on to the vehicle connector anchor point Tighten the lower anchor connector by pulling up on the webbing end Pull up on the lower anchor connector to ensure the lower anchor is securely fast...

Page 47: ...nector to a designated vehicle anchor point Pull Top Tether until webbing strap is snug Your automobile s owner s manual will give the anchor locations and maximum weight of the restraint s occupant for LATCH connections Check for movement of the restraint at the safety belt path The restraint should not move more than 1 inch in any direction If the restraint moves more than 1 inch repeat all safe...

Page 48: ...c i n g R E C L I N E U P R I G H T RECLINE UPRIGHT W a r n i n g F o l l o w v e h i c l e m a n u f a c t u r e s m a x i m u m w e i g h t r a t i n g s f o r T e t h e r a n d L A T C H L o w e r A n c h o r s L a p a n d S h o u l d e r B e l t L A T C H L o w e r A n c h o r Forward Facing Rear Facing RECLINE UPRIGHT RECLINE UPRIGHT R e a r F a c i n g B e l t H e r e 12 11 11 12 C i n t u r...

Page 49: ...d Zone for use with Newborns Infants Zone and are both recommended Zones for use with Toddlers 1 2 X 1 2 X Zone Installation Zone Installation 1 2 X 1 2 X 1 2 X 1 2 X Manufacturer s Definitions Infant A child that is unable to maintain head and neck control Toddler A child that is able to sit upright on their own and able to maintain head and neck control 45 Installation 35 Installation rear facin...

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Page 51: ... a x i m u m w e i g h t r a t i n g s f o r T e t h e r a n d L A T C H L o w e r A n c h o r s C i n t u r ó n e n m i r a n d o h a c i a a q u í 2 3 a 6 5 l b s L a p B e l t L a p a n d S h o u l d e r B e l t L A T C H L o w e r A n c h o r W a r n i n g F o l l o w v e h i c l e m a n u f a c t u r e s m a x i m u m w e i g h t r a t i n g s f o r T e t h e r a n d L A T C H L o w e r A n c...

Page 52: ... the shoulder The True Fit has been safety tested with the height insert and head pillows that are included with this restraint The height insert is needed until the child s shoulder is at or above position 1 Forward Facing Harness Strap Height Harness strap should be located in the slot at or slightly above the child s shoulder Forward Facing Harness Rear Facing Harness 51 ...

Page 53: ...rection Position Rear 1 2 3 Forward 2 3 4 Height Adjustment Pull on yellow release handles Raise or lower to the appropriate position 7 13 Tether Storage Store top tether on back of seat when not used in a rear facing installation Use top tether in all forward facing installations 50 Tether Storeage ...

Page 54: ...uckle Press the red button until 5 point buckle releases Pull buckle tongues up to remove To Lock the 5 Point Buckle Align and insert the silver buckle tongues one at a time until the tongues lock in place Note Pull up on buckle tongues to test and ensure buckle is secure 53 ...

Page 55: ...Clip To Unlock the Chest Clip Squeeze center locking tabs Pull Chest clip apart To Lock the Chest Clip Align locking tabs and press Chest Clip together until tabs snap into place Note Gently pull on Chest Clip to ensure Chest Clip is secure 54 ...

Page 56: ... tighten harness straps Tension Tip A snug strap should not allow any slack It lies in a relatively straight line with out sagging It does not press on to the child s flesh or push the child s body into an unnatural position To Loosen Harness System Tension Lift the metal tab and gently pull on the harness strap over the child s shoulder ...

Page 57: ...at Insert Use The True Fit has been safety tested with the height insert and head pillows that are included with this restraint The height insert is only needed until the the child s shoulder is at or above position 1 DO NOT use this height insert for infants children in a forward facing position Section 7 Installation and Use 56 Rear Position Forward Position Note For children weighing more than ...

Page 58: ...1 Harness Length Adjustment To Adjust Harness Length Unhook the harness straps from the metal plate and move to the desired adjustment Ensure the harness strap ends are fully hooked on the metal plate Both side must look alike YES NO 57 ...

Page 59: ... the upper seat back to ensure the removeable upper seat back is locked in position DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur The upper seat back must be installed When the child weighs more than 22 lbs or The top of the child s head is within 1 inch of the top of the restraint or The restraint is forward facing WARNING 7 23 Upper Seatback Installation 58 ...

Page 60: ...ack in the passenger compartment Store the upper seat back in a secure location like your trunk or garage DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur The upper seat back must be installed When the child weighs more than 22 lbs or The top of the child s head is within 1 inch of the top of the restraint or The restraint is forward facing WARNING 7 23 Upper Seatback Removal 59 ...

Page 61: ...djuster will stay on child s left side and the Lower Anchor without the adjuster will route through the rear facing belt path NOTE Be sure not to entangle lower anchors and harness webbing Route Lower connectors through rear facing belt path Besure to have the Lower anchor adjuster remain on child s LEFT side belt path this will keep the Lower Anchors in the correct orientaion Lower padding fasten...

Page 62: ...ld s left side The Lower Anchor with the rectangular adjuster will feed into the forward facing belt path NOTE Be sure not to entangle lower anchors and harness webbing Route Lower Anchor through forward facing belt path Be sure to have the Lower Anchor rectangular adjuster pass through the child s RIGHT side belt path this will keep the Lower Anchors in the correct orientation Lower padding faste...

Page 63: ...outings 62 DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur Avoid Webbing Entaglemants Route LATCH LowerAnchor Webbing to the side of the harness webbing when changing lower anchors from forward facing to rear facing or from rear facing to forward facing WARNING NO NO YES Correct Routing ...

Page 64: ...n the bottom of the True Fit Unfasten the 10 snaps located on the edge of the pad Lift the seatback flap Remove the upper seat back Remove the pad to launder Upper seat pad Unfasten 4 snaps and remove To Launder Hand wash in cool water with mild detergent and hang to dry DO NOT Machine wash or dry in dryer 63 ...

Page 65: ...Section 7 Installation and Use 64 ...

Page 66: ...lder w Top Tether Lower Anchor Lower Anchor LATCH Lower Anchor w Top Tether 65 Rear Facing Rear Facing Forward Facing 7 20 Installation Pictograms Lap Belt Lap Belt Lap Belt Top Tether Lap Shoulder Lap Shoulder Lap Shoulder w Top Tether Lower Anchor Lower Anchor LATCH Lower Anchor w Top Tether Rear Facing Rear Facing Forward Facing ...

Page 67: ... Seat Inspections Log onto www seatcheck org Call 1 866 SEAT CHECK 1 866 732 8243 Safe Practices EVERYONE rides buckled up or the vehicle DOES NOT GO Make NO EXCEPTIONS for adults or children If someone unbuckles the vehicle STOPS Being firm and consistent will result in fewer discipline problems as children grow older An unrestrained person can be thrown into and injure other passengers NEVER try...

Page 68: ... is forward facing have you reinstalled the upper seat back Is the child the proper weight and height for the seat in the forward facing position If the child is in the forward facing position are the shoulder straps at or above the child s shoulders Did you pull the harness adjustor tight You should not be able to pinch the harness if the harness is properly tightened Is the child restraint buckl...

Page 69: ...Convertible Seat Convertible Seat Useful Life DO NOT use this Convertible Seat after date on bottom of seat Parts may be missing damaged or the Convertible Seat may have been in a crash Registration Information Child restraints car seats 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 manufa...

Page 70: ...detergents or solvents Reattach Seat Pad Follow directions on page 61 to reattach pad Section 11 Replacement Parts We know pads get worn or damaged Some companies charge outrageous prices when their parts wear out At The First Years we will sell you replacement parts at or near our cost plus what it costs us to handle and ship them They are still expensive but we promise they are fair prices Of co...

Page 71: ...70 True Fit Notes Blank page for notes ...

Page 72: ...call 1 888 899 2229 or log onto www learningcurve com 2021 9th St SE INSTRUCTION MANUAL WARNING Failure to use this Convertible Seat properly increases the risk of serious injury or death in a sudden stop or crash Do not install or use this Convertible Seat until you have read and understood the instructions in this manual DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur True Fit Premier Convertible carseat Mode...