Century SmartFit Plus 22, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...Avoid injury or death Read and understand this manual Use rear facing only Instruction Manual Para instrucciones en Espa ol llamar al 1 800 837 4044 www centuryproducts com PM 1439AB 7 01...

Page 2: ...t 8 Operations and Adjustments 10 Harness Tie Adjustable Handle Buckle System Removing Car Seat from Base Adjustable Base Changing Harness Strap Slots Changing Crotch Strap Positions This instruction...

Page 3: ...ar seat Do not allow anyone babysitter relatives etc to use car seat without first understanding all instructions 1 Registration Information Safety First Check List Child restraints car seats could be...

Page 4: ...er s manual for child restraint installation information If car seat is in an accident it must be replaced DO NOT use it again An accident can cause unseen damage and using it again could cause seriou...

Page 5: ...s straps Never leave child in carrier when straps are loose or undone Fall Hazard Child s movement can slide carrier Never place carrier near edges of countertops tables or other elevated surfaces Suf...

Page 6: ...ehicle seat belt even when unoccupied An unsecured car seat can injure passengers Protect vehicle seat cover Use a car seat mat towel or thin blanket under car seat Car seat parts can get very hot in...

Page 7: ...ant may be at special risk in a vehicle or aircraft According to the American Academy of Pediatrics these infants may suffer breathing difficulties if improperly reclined in a car seat Century advises...

Page 8: ...left to right to check for secure installation fig b If not secure see Vehicle Seat Belts section Put car seat in base and pull up on car seat to be sure it is locked in base Ball MUST be in green zon...

Page 9: ...ightening vehicle lap belt fig a Pull front to back and left to right to check for secure installation fig b If not secure see Vehicle Seat Belts section Ball MUST be in green zone fig c If necessary...

Page 10: ...fig b Be sure towels do not interfere with harness system To prevent serious injury or death Keep harness straps snug and positioned on shoulders Periodically check adjustments Do not use strap cover...

Page 11: ...9 2 3 2 3 3 Point M odels 5 Point M odels fig a fig b PLACING CHILD IN CAR SEAT continued...

Page 12: ...eat out of base Adjustable Base Pull blue adjustment Handle out fig b Adjust Foot to desired position Release adjustment handle Be sure it retracts into slot 2 Piece Harness Tie To open Squeeze tabs a...

Page 13: ...11 3 Point M odels fig a 5 Point M odels fig b Handle Foot 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 OPERATIONS and ADJUSTMENTS continued...

Page 14: ...ing Slots of seat pad and car seat Adjust strap length by inserting metal Rod into any Loop that will provide proper snugness Replace metal Rod into side Pockets and slide Rod down below Tab Make sure...

Page 15: ...Loops Tab 13 Rod Openings Clip Pockets 5 Point M odels fig c fig d Slots OPERATIONS and ADJUSTMENTS continued...

Page 16: ...is not held securely after following instructions in this manual vehicle seat belt labels and vehicle owner s manual Move car seat to another seating location and try again or Contact vehicle dealer f...

Page 17: ...e vehicle dealer for car seat installation requirements If approved for use with car seat install car seat and check for secure installation by pulling car seat front to back If car seat slides forwar...

Page 18: ...emember when installing a car seat pull belt all the way out buckle belt and then tighten If you can pull the belt out again step c you have an Emergency Locking Retractor which must not be used with...

Page 19: ...ny car seat Passive Restraint Lap Belt with Motorized Shoulder Belt DO NOT use with any car seat Belts will not stay tight while driving Passive Restraint Lap or Shoulder Belt Mounted on Door VEHICLE...

Page 20: ...manual and label on vehicle belts for instructions fig a Combination Lap Shoulder Belt with Sliding Latch Plate fig b Combination Lap Shoulder Belt with Locking Latch Plate The locking latch plate on...

Page 21: ...cm Avoid serious injury or death Failure to use locking clip where required will result in car seat not being securely held in place Remove locking clip from seat belts when not being used with car se...

Page 22: ...cart and position hook to lock over cart wire fig a Press down firmly on car seat back to lock Shallow Basket Shopping Cart Lower car seat into large basket area of shopping cart and position hook to...

Page 23: ...loth If harness straps are frayed or heavily soiled they MUST be replaced Shell Wipe with mild solution of soap and water Avoid wetting labels Never use household detergents they can weaken plastic Bu...

Page 24: ...ee 1 800 837 4044 from anywhere in the U S or Canada or fax at 1 610 286 4555 or write us at Century Products P O Box 100 Elverson PA 19520 9974 Attention Customer Service Department Store Locking Cli...