User manual RECARO START 2.0

[. . . ] When using as a high backed belt-positioning booster child restraint system: Suitable for use in vehicles with a lap and shoulder (3-point) seat belt system. Only use with children who weigh between 30 and 120 pounds (13. 6 and 54. 4 kg) and whose height is between 37 and 59 inches (94 and 150 cm). El manual de instructiones ProSPORT esta disponible en español en www. recarokids. com. Por favor visite el internet para bajar una versión en español. FE ATU RE D IN THE BO D S OF THE C E OK : HE CAR SE A Please read instructions prior to installation. [. . . ] If your vehicle is NOT equipped with top tether anchorages, make certain the top tether is securely behind or under the restraint so it is NOT loose in the vehicle. Make sure the LATCH strap is routed securely above the large black hooks and across red plastic shields. Section 11: HARNESS MODE Installation 3 3. 4 4. 5a 5. 5b 27 6 6. Section 11: HARNESS MODE Installation 7 While pressing down in the center of the ProSPORT, pull the adjuster strap on one side and tighten. Continue pressing down in the center and tighten the adjuster strap on the other side. Repeat as needed until the ProSPORT cannot be moved more than one inch (2. 5 cm) in either direction at the belt path. Snugly tighten the top tether by pulling the free end of the tether strap while pressing the top of the ProSPORT back into the vehicle seat. Ensure that the LATCH strap remains in the correct location over the large black hooks after tightening. To remove the mini-connectors from the vehicle, first loosen both adjusters by pressing the silver adjuster buttons and lengthening the straps. Press the red buttons and remove from the vehicle's lower anchors. 28 7. 8 8. 9a 9. 9b 10a 10b 10. To remove the top tether, first loosen the strap by pressing the release button and lengthening the strap. Unhook the tether hook from the vehicle anchor by squeezing the 2 metals pieces together and sliding off of the vehicle anchor. Section 11: HARNESS MODE Installation Locking Lap Belt (2 point) Installation ­ Harness Mode 1 1. 2 Place the ProSPORT on the vehicle seat. If the vehicle's backrest is adjustable, adjust the backrest into the upright position. Ensure that the lap belt portion of the seat belt remains in the correct location over the large black hooks after tightening. 6 6. Section 11: HARNESS MODE Installation 7 7. Non ­ locking Lap and Shoulder Belt (3 point) Installation ­ Harness Mode Some older vehicles (typically pre-1996 model year) have lapshoulder 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. If you have this seat belt configuration you will require a locking clip. Please contact 1-800-8-RECARO and Recaro will ship you a locking clip and instructions. 32 WARNING!DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur Section 12: Converting between usage modes From Harness Mode to Booster Mode If you would like to use the Booster Mode, you MUST completely configure your ProSPORT in Booster Mode before installing it in a vehicle. If the child restraint is NOT configured in Booster Mode, you will need to physically convert it over 1a 1b Section 12: Converting between usage modes 1. Unbuckle the chest clip and the harness buckle so that the belts are loose 2. 2 Slide the buckle pad off of the buckle and remove the buckle pad from the unit. 3. 3 Push the buckle through the center slot on the cushion inlay and remove the cushion inlay from the unit. Note that the cushion inlay is designed to provide optimum comfort for your child and is optional when using either Harness Mode or Booster Mode. 33 4 4. Section 12: Converting between usage modes On the rear side of the unit, remove the shoulder straps by sliding the loops (one at a time) to one side so that the edge can be guided out of the slot in the harness connector bracket (or yoke). Snap the yoke into its storage position on the rear side of the child restraint because the yoke is NOT used in Booster Mode. On the front side of the unit, pull the shoulder belts out of the head restraint trim cover openings. 5 5. 6 6. 7 7. Flip the head restraint trim cover upward so you have access to the understructure of the child restraint. 34 8 8. On both sides of the unit, unfasten the Velcro and the 3 straps and pull the trim cover forward so that you have access to the understructure of the child restraint. On the seat cushion, locate the metal bracket for the lap portion of the harness. Turn the bracket sideways and thread it down through the seat base. Section 12: Converting between usage modes 9 9. 10a 10b 10. [. . . ] 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. Failure to comply with RECARO's instructions for service and maintenance; d. Any attachment or replacement part that was manufactured, supplied or added by others and was NOT part of the Product; f. [. . . ]