BabyTrend 1871CT - SPUNKY TRAVEL SYSTEM User Manual

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DO NOT use the following types of seat belt systems with

the Safety Seat. These belt systems will not hold the

Safety Seat securely in place at all times. In addition, the

locking clip provided with this product will not make

these belt systems safe to use.

i) DO NOT use a lap belt that stays loose after installed

and locks only in a crash or sudden stop. These lap belts

utilize an Emergency Locking Retractor and are often

found in combination with motorized shoulder belts.

Because these belts will allow the Safety Seat to move

about on the seat, the chance of the Safety Seat being

out of the proper position in a crash is very high.

Accordingly, do not use the Safety Seat with this type of

Seat Belt system. Please see your vehicle's dealer or

owner's manual for information on converting this seat

belt system to one that is acceptable for use with a

Safety Seat

(Fig. 16-1)

ii) DO NOT use a lap/shoulder belt system if the lap belt

and shoulder belt each have retractors at one end. This

type of seat belt system will not adequately restrain the

Safety Seat

(Fig. 16-2)

b) Seat Belt systems that are not safe for use with the Safety Seat:

iii) DO NOT use a seat belt that is connected to the door in

any way. These types of seat belts are designed to

automatically surround the occupant when the door is

closed. This type of seat belt will NOT adequately

restrain the Safety Seat.

(Fig. 17-1)

iv) DO NOT use a seat belt that is anchored on the seat

more than 2 inches forward of the crease between the

seat bottom and the seat back. This type of seat belt

anchors the Safety Seat too far forward and the Safety

Seat will not be safely restrained in the vehicle

(Fig. 17-2)

v) DO NOT use a shoulder belt that moves along a track.

These systems typically move to surround the occupant

when the door is closed. This type of belt system will

NOT adequately restrain the Safety Seat.

(Fig. 17-3)

If you have any of the above seat belt systems, DO NOT

use it to secure the Safety Seat in the vehicle. Look in the

vehicle for a location that has a more suitable seat belt

system as described in the section following. You may

also contact your vehicle's manufacturer to inquire about

installing a seat belt system that is adequate to restrain a

Safety Seat.

c) Seat Belt Systems that are Adequate for use with the

Safety Seat:

The following seat belt systems can be used with the

Safety Seat provided that all of the other requirements

prescribed by these instructions, including seat position,

and all instructions provided by your vehicle's owner's

manual are followed.

i) A lap belt that is manually adjusted and will remain

tight while the vehicle is in motion is suitable for use

with the Safety Seat. Pulling the belt through the

buckle after the buckle is fastened tightens this type of

seat belt. The center rear seat belt is most often this

type of seat belt

(Fig. 18-1)

ii) A lap belt that cannot be lengthened once it is fastened

is suitable for use with the Safety Seat. These seat

belts often have an automatic locking retractor that

will allow the belt to be lengthened but once fastened,

must be unbuckled and allowed to retract fully before

allowing the belt to be lengthened again

(Fig. 18-2)

iii) A lap/shoulder combination seat belt with a latch

plate that locks the lap belt into position is suitable for

use with the Safety Seat. Once this type of seat belt is

fastened, the latch plate prevents the lap belt from

loosening. This combination seat belt does not

require a locking clip

(Fig. 19-1)

iv) A lap/shoulder combination belt system with a

latch plate that can slide freely along the belt is

suitable for use with the Safety Seat if it includes a

lockable retractor or if a locking clip is used to

secure the lap belt into position and prevent

loosening. Use the locking clip provided with the

Safety Seat as instructed on page 45. Please refer

to your vehicle's owner's manual for additional

information on locking this style of seat belt.

This style of belt must be locked to prevent

movement of the Safety Seat

(Fig. 19-2 & 19-3)

Fig. 16-1

Fig. 16-2

Fig. 17-1

Fig. 17-2

Fig. 17-3

Fig. 18-1

Fig. 18-2

Fig. 19-1

Fig. 19-2

Fig. 19-3

4) Safety Seat Features and their

Proper Use

We manufacturer several different

styles of Safety Seat each with various

levels of features, adjustments, and

weight and size ratings. Please follow

the instructions that correspond with

the features included on your particular

model. Your safety seat will be

supplied with either an EZ5 or a

5-point harness.

EZ5 Harness

5-point harness

EZ5 HARNESS

6) Features and Functions for the EZ5 Harness:

FEATURES

Locking Clip

OTHER FEATURES

5) Other Features:

The crotch strap is adjustable in length to

ensure a safe and comfortable fit for

harness.

The Seat Angle Indicator is used to

ensure that the seat is installed at the

proper degree of recline to adequately

protect your child in a crash.

The Locking Clip is stored under the pad

on the right side of the Safety Seat and is

used to securely install the Safety Seat

with certain types of vehicle lap/shoulder

combination belts.

The Foot Angle Adjuster raises and

lowers the foot end of the Base in order

to obtain the proper angle of recline for

proper installation of the Safety Seat

when using the Base.

CORRECT

WRONG

20 pounds

(9 kg.) and

under

20 to 22

pounds

(9 to 10 kg.)

5-POINT HARNESS

7) Features and Functions for the 5-Point Harness:

Harness Adjuster

Button

Buckle

Canopy

Carry Handle

Handle Release

Button

Harness Clip

Vehicle Belt

Path/Hook

Harness Adjuster

Strap

Harness Straps

Moving Seat Back

(Adjustable Back Model)

Seat Pad

Harness Slots

EZ5 Pad

Canopy

Carry Handle

Harness Clip

Vehicle Belt

Path/Hook without base

Handle Release

Button

Buckle

Harness Adjuster

Button

Harness Adjuster

Strap

Harness Straps

Foot Adjustment Lock Button