Chipolino TRAX RELAX - User Manual

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Summary

General Safety and Usage Notices

Universal Child Restraint Classification

Details classification as a universal restraint for specific age groups and vehicle compatibility.

Crash Protection Limitations

Emphasizes that no restraint system provides absolute protection and stresses careful driving.

Installation and Usage Cautions

Warns against misuse, incorrect installation, and non-compliance with manual instructions.

Forward Facing Restriction

Prohibits forward-facing installation before the child reaches at least 9 kg.

Vehicle Belt Compatibility

Specifies the requirement for approved lap/3-point/static/retractor car safety belts.

Airbag Safety Warning

Advises against using the seat on a deactivated airbag-equipped seat to prevent injury.

Car Seat Placement and Safety Guidelines

Vehicle Seat Placement

Guidance on placing the car seat in the vehicle, avoiding activated airbags.

General Safety Precautions

Covers unattended children, load-bearing points, alterations, fire hazards, and proper securing.

Belt and Component Integrity

Instructions on belt condition, checking for defects, and avoiding second-hand restraints.

Maintenance and Storage Advice

Guidance on seat covers, securing luggage, additional pads, spare parts, and sunlight exposure.

Product Features Overview

Child Weight and Age Classification

Details the product's suitability for weight groups 0+, I, and II, including facing direction.

Key System Components

Highlights features like 5-point safety belt, backrest recline, and adjustable headrest.

Safety Belt and Headrest Adjustments

Safety Belt Height Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting shoulder belt height to the child's shoulders.

Backrest Recline Positions

Details recline positions for different groups and notes the click sound for fixing.

Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment Steps

Step-by-step guide on removing and re-inserting shoulder belts for height adjustment.

Safety Belt and Pad Removal

Procedure for removing safety belts and soft pads from the car seat base.

Headrest Height Adjustment

Instructions on how to adjust the headrest height using the release mechanism.

Installation and Securing Children by Group

Group 0+ Installation (0-13 kg)

Guide for rearward-facing installation with 5-point belts and backrest position 4.

Group I Installation (9-18 kg)

Guide for forward-facing installation with 5-point belts, ensuring snug fit.

Group II Installation (15-25 kg)

Guide for forward-facing installation with vehicle's 3-point belts, removing soft pads.

Car Seat Dimensions and Upholstery

Child Car Seat Dimensions

Provides depth, width, height, and weight specifications for the child car seat.

Upholstery Removal and Replacement

Instructions for removing and reattaching the child car seat upholstery.

Safety Belt Fitting Examples

Illustrates correct and incorrect safety belt positioning for the child.

Backrest and Belt Adjustment Illustrations

Backrest Recline Adjustment

Visual guide showing how to adjust the backrest to different positions.

Shoulder Belt Adjustment Steps

Illustrations detailing the steps for adjusting shoulder belt height.

Car Seat Belt Installation

Diagrams showing the correct installation of the car seat using vehicle belts.

Securing Child with Seat Belts

Car Seat Belt Tightening (Group 0+)

Illustrates securing the child in the car seat with 5-point safety belts.

Car Seat Belt Tightening (Group I)

Illustrates securing the child in the car seat with 5-point safety belts.

Car Seat Belt Tightening (Group II)

Illustrates securing the child in the car seat with vehicle's 3-point belts.

Twisted Belt Warning

Warning to ensure car belts are not twisted and are in the correct position.

Cleaning and Maintenance Instructions

General Cleaning Procedures

Guidance on cleaning fabrics, plastic, and metal parts with mild soap and damp cloth.

Soft Pad Washing Instructions

Details on hand washing soft pads at 30°C with mild detergent; no bleach or tumble drying.

Harness and Sticker Care

Instructions for cleaning harnesses and a warning against removing stickers.

Storage and Environmental Protection

Advice on storing the car seat indoors, dry, and protected from environmental influences.

This document is an instruction manual for the "TRAX RELAX" child restraint system, designed and manufactured by ChIPOLINO. It provides essential information for the safe installation, use, and maintenance of the car seat, adhering to international safety regulations.

Function Description

The "TRAX RELAX" is a "UNIVERSAL" child restraint system designed for children weighing from 0 to 25 kg, approximately from birth to 6 years of age. It serves to safely transport children in vehicles by securing them with either the car seat's integrated 5-point safety harness or the vehicle's 3-point safety belt, depending on the child's weight group. The system is designed to provide protection in the event of a crash or road accident, though it emphasizes that no restraint system can offer absolute protection.

The car seat is classified into three mass groups:

Group 0+ (0-13 kg): For infants from birth up to approximately 18 months. In this group, the car seat is installed in a "rearward facing" position, opposite to the car's motion, and the child is secured with the car seat's 5-point safety belts. The backrest recline should be set to Position 4 to prevent breathing problems.
Group I (9-18 kg): For children from approximately 9 months up to 4 years. In this group, the car seat is installed in a "forward facing" position, in the direction of the car's motion, and the child is secured with the car seat's 5-point safety belts. The backrest recline can be set to Positions 1, 2, or 3.
Group II (15-25 kg): For children from approximately 3 years up to 6 years. In this group, the car seat is installed in a "forward facing" position, in the direction of the car's motion. For this group, the child's car seat's soft pad and 5-point safety belt must be removed, and the child is secured using the vehicle's 3-point safety belts. The backrest recline should be set to Position 1.

The car seat features a 5-point safety belt system (for Groups 0+ and I), a backrest recline function with four positions, an adjustable headrest height, and additional soft pads for comfort.

Important Technical Specifications

Dimensions:
- Depth: 530 mm
- Width: 470 mm
- Height: 630 mm
Weight: 5.5 kg
Mass Groups: 0+ (0-13 kg), I (9-18 kg), II (15-25 kg)
Safety Compliance: Approved to Regulation No 44, 04 series of amendments, for general use in vehicles. Also complies with the Product Safety Directive 2001/95/EU and national consumer protection laws.
Vehicle Compatibility: Must be used only in vehicles fitted with APPROVED LAP/3-POINT/STATIC/WITH RETRACTOR CAR SAFETY BELTS, approved according to rule № 16 of UNECE and relevant national laws.
Fabric Composition:
- Outer: 100% polyester
- Filling: 100% polyester
Used Materials: Metal, plastic, textile.

Usage Features

Installation and Securing:

Adult Installation: Car seat installation and child securing must be performed by an adult.
Airbag Warning: Never install the car seat in a REARWARD POSITION on a seat equipped with an active airbag that cannot be deactivated, as this may lead to death or serious injury.
Forward Facing Restriction: Never install the car seat in a "forward facing" direction with a child weighing less than 9 kg.
Safety Belt Adjustment: The car seat's safety harness and the vehicle's safety belts must be properly adjusted to the child's height, not twisted, and snug against the child's body. The shoulder belts must be at the child's shoulder level.
Backrest Recline: The backrest can be adjusted to four positions, with a click sound indicating a secure fix. Position 4 is for Group 0+ (rearward facing), and Positions 1, 2, or 3 for Group I (forward facing), and Position 1 for Group II (forward facing).
Headrest Adjustment: The headrest height can be adjusted by pulling/pressing a mechanism and moving the headrest to the desired position.
Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment: The shoulder belts can be adjusted by removing the metal buckle, taking the belts out of their slots, and reinserting them through the required height slots at the front, then rejoining them into the metal buckle.
Removing Safety Belts and Soft Pads: For Group II usage (15-25 kg), the soft pad and 5-point safety belt of the child car seat must be removed. This involves inserting a metal part at the bottom of the car seat's base to release the belts and pads.
Snug Fit: The front part of the car seat must fully snug to the backrest of the front seat of the car for rearward-facing installation. The back side of the car seat must fully snug to the backrest of the car seat for forward-facing installation.

General Safety Guidelines:

Unattended Child: Never leave the child unattended in the car seat.
Load Bearing Points: Do not use any load-bearing contact points other than those described and marked in the instructions.
Modifications: Do not make any alterations, additions, or modifications to the device without the approval of the type approval authority.
Fire Hazard: Keep the car seat away from fire.
Rigid Items: Ensure rigid items and plastic parts are located and installed so they cannot become trapped by a movable seat or vehicle door during everyday use.
Belt Condition: Do not allow safety belts to be twisted, frayed, or torn. Latches and buckles must always be in good order and firmly fixed.
Damage: Discontinue use if any uncertainty or defect is found in the construction, latches, straps, or locking mechanisms. Replace damaged parts with new ones.
Accident: The car seat must be replaced if it has been subjected to violent stresses in an accident.
Second-Hand: Never use a second-hand child restraint, as it may have suffered unseen structural damage.
Cover: The child restraint must not be used without its cover. The cover should only be replaced with one recommended by the manufacturer, as it is an integral part of the restraint's performance.
Loose Objects: Properly secure any luggage or other objects that could cause injuries in a collision.
Additional Pads: Do not add any pads other than those supplied by the manufacturer, as they may obscure child safety.
Spare Parts: Use only spare parts and components supplied by the manufacturer. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for safety if non-original parts are used.
Sunlight Exposure: Keep the car seat away from direct sunlight to prevent the child from burning and to avoid deformation of the seat, especially plastic parts.
Not a Bed: The car seat does not replace a child's cot or bed. For sleep, place the child in a suitable baby stroller, crib, or bed.
Suffocation Risk: Do not attach additional cords or strings to the car seat. Never place the child seat on beds, couches, or similar soft surfaces.
Play: Do not allow children to play with the product.
Stickers/Warnings: Do not remove stickers and warnings, as they contain important information.
Plastic Bag: Keep the plastic bag away from babies and children to avoid suffocation.

Maintenance Features

Cleaning:

Fabrics, Plastic, Metal Parts: Clean with a damp cotton cloth or sponge and a mild soap.
Soft Pads: Hand wash soft pads at 30°C using a mild detergent.
Harnesses: Clean with a damp cloth and a mild soap.
Drying: Always allow the car seat to fully dry after cleaning before use or storage.

Prohibited Cleaning Methods:

Do not bleach.
Do not tumble dry.
Do not dry in a machine.
Do not iron.
Do not use abrasive, bleach, or other aggressive detergents.

Storage:

Always store the car seat indoors in a dry and clean place.
Do not expose to direct environmental influences such as sun, rain, moisture, and high temperatures.

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