User manual RECARO COMO

[. . . ] ® Como Instruction Manual Convertible Child Restraint System for children 5 to 70 lbs (2. 3 to 31. 7 Kg). Approved in accordance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. Tested in accordance to ISO/TC 22/SC 12/WG 1 N538 side impact protection requirements. Only suitable for use in vehicles with 2-point (lap) and 3-point (lap & shoulder) seat belts. Contents Section 1: Safety Warnings Section 2: General Information Section 3: Register Your New Como Section 4: Getting to Know Your Como Section 5: Securing the Child in the Como Section 6: Adjusting the Harness System to Fit Your Child Section 7: Choosing a Seating Location in Your Vehicle Section 8: Learning About Your Vehicle Safety Systems Section 9: Installing the Como Rear-Facing in Your Vehicle Section 10: Installing the Como Forward-Facing in Your Vehicle Section 11: Use in Aircraft Section 12: Care and Maintenance Section 13: Trim Cover Removal and Reinstallation Section 14: Trouble Shooting Section 15: Replacement Parts Section 16: Warranty Section 17: Additional Contact Information Section 18: Glossary 1 p. [. . . ] After adjusting the recline angle, check that the Como is tight and properly secured. 27 Locking Lap-Shoulder Belt installation ­ Rear-Facing Many vehicles have lap-shoulder belt systems which remain loose for adult use and can be locked for use with a child restraint. Check your vehicle owner's manual to determine which type of seat belt system is in each seating location. There may be a label located on the door side of the seatbelt with instructions for use with a child restraint. If your vehicle has a switchable retractor or locking latch plates, use Locking Lap-Shoulder Belt Installation instructions WARNING!DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur · Always use in reclined position when installed rear-facing. Adjust the Como into the recline position by pulling the recline adjust handle and rotating the seat back. Lift the trim cover at the front of the Como and locate the rearfacing belt path (shown in yellow). Open the rear-facing belt clamp on the side near the vehicle seat belt buckle. Pull the seat belt out fully holding lap and shoulder sections together and route through the rear-facing belt path. Make sure the seat belt is not twisted, then buckle seat belt. ReaR-Facing 3 4 5 Replace the trim over the front edge of the seat bottom. 29 6 6. While pressing on one armrest of the Como, remove slack from shoulder belt. To help securely tighten the Como, press down on the other armrest and remove any remaining slack from the seat belt. Repeat as needed until the Como cannot be moved more than one inch (2. 5 cm) in any direction. When the seat belt is tight, close the belt clamp over both lap and shoulder belt sections, locking the seat belt webbing. 7 8 8. The backrest of the Como should be at approximately a 45-degree angle. 30 9 9. If the Como is too upright, loosen the seat belt and place a tightly rolled towel or foam pool noodle under the base under where the child's feet will be located. ReaR-Facing 10. After adjusting the recline angle, check that the Como is tight and properly secured. 31 non-Locking eLR Lap-Shoulder Belt installation ­ Rear-Facing Some older vehicles (typically pre-1996 model year) have lap-shoulder belt systems which remain loose and cannot be locked for use with a child restraint unless a separate locking clip is used. These systems use emergency locking retractors which lock only during a sudden stop or crash. Check your vehicle owner's manual to determine which type of seat belt system is in each seating location. There may be a label located on the door side of the seatbelt with instructions for use with a child restraint. If your vehicle has a non-locking lap-shoulder belt system, use NonLocking ELR Lap-Shoulder Belt Installation instructions. WARNING!DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur · Always use in reclined position when installed rear-facing. [. . . ] Please call us at 1-800-8-RECARO and speak to one of our customer service representatives for more information on what's available for purchase. 52 Section 16: Warranty RECARO North America warranties this product against defects in materials or workmanship to the original purchaser for a period of 12 months. You must have the original purchase receipt for a warranty claim to be accepted. The upholstery fabric is subject to a certain degree of wear even from normal use. Exclusions: A Product will not be considered "defective" and this Warranty will not apply, where the claimed defect is attributable to: a) Improper installation; b) Modification or alteration of the Product; c) Failure to comply with RECARO's instructions for service and maintenance; d) Accident, unauthorized repairs, or unauthorized use; e) Any attachment or replacement part that was manufactured, supplied or added by others and was not part of the Product; f) Exposure to corrosive materials, the elements (including, but not limited to, cold or freezing temperatures, excessive heat, fire, humidity, and sunlight), or other acts of God; g) Ordinary wear and tear (including fading and discoloration); h) Improper loads (including passenger weight in excess of design limits); i) Removal of the Product from the original application or reinstallation of the Product in the original or another application; or j) Any other neglect, abuse or misuse. 53 Section 17: Additional Contact Information If you need help with installation or usage, please use the following contact information: RECARO North America 4120 Luella Lane Auburn Hills, MI 48326 Phone: 1-800-8-RECARO Fax: 248-364-3806 E-mail: childseat@recaro-nao. com Website: www. RECARO. com For personal assistance in your local area, please contact a Child Passenger Safety (CPS) technician. [. . . ]