The document is an instruction manual for the COZY N SAFE ETNA i-Size child safety seat, model EST-839. It covers installation, adjustment, and maintenance for children ranging from 40cm to 150cm in height, approximately from birth to 12 years old.
Function Description
The COZY N SAFE ETNA i-Size is a child restraint system designed to safely transport children in vehicles. It is an "Enhanced Child Restraint System" approved according to UN Regulation No. 129. The seat is versatile, supporting both rearward and forward-facing installations, and can be used with ISOFIX, top tether, and the adult safety belt, depending on the child's height and age. The primary function is to provide a secure and comfortable environment for children during vehicle travel, minimizing injury risk in the event of a collision.
Important Technical Specifications
- Height Range: 40cm-150cm
- Age Range: Approximately birth to 12 years (0-12 years)
- Approval Standard: UN Regulation No. 129 (i-Size)
- Installation Methods:
- Rearward Facing (40-105cm): ISOFIX + Top tether + Harness. This mode has only one adjustable recline gear.
- Forward Facing (76-105cm): ISOFIX + Top tether + Harness. This mode offers 5 adjustable recline gears.
- Forward Facing (100-150cm): ISOFIX + Adult safety belt (i-Size booster seat). This mode has one adjustable recline gear.
- Forward Facing (100-150cm): Adult safety belt only (i-Size booster seat). This mode has one adjustable recline gear.
- Vehicle Compatibility: Designed for "i-Size compatible vehicle seating positions" as indicated by vehicle manufacturers. For use with vehicle seat belts, only applies if the vehicle is equipped with a 3-point belt with retractor as required by ECE R129.
- Components:
- Headrest adjusting handle (01)
- Shoulder strap guide hook (02)
- Head restraint (03)
- Shoulder sheath (04)
- Inner liner (05)
- Shoulder strap (06)
- Snap (07)
- Snap pad (08)
- Quick adjustment button (09)
- Adjusting belt (10)
- Angle adjustment handle (11)
- Rotary adjustment handle (12)
- Belt guide groove (13)
- ISOFIX (m-fix) secondary lock (14)
- ISOFIX (m-fix) release button (15)
- ISOFIX (m-fix) (16)
- ISOFIX (m-fix) plug-in guide sleeve (17)
- Pressure band hook (18)
- Upper strap adjuster (19)
- Pull up strap (20)
- Upper strap hook (21)
Usage Features
- Installation Flexibility: The seat offers multiple installation options to accommodate different child heights and vehicle configurations. It can rotate for easier child entry and exit when set to 90 degrees.
- Recline Adjustment: The seat angle can be adjusted using handle 11. Rearward-facing mode has one recline position, while forward-facing (76-105cm) has 5 gears, and forward-facing (100-150cm) has one upright position.
- Headrest and Harness Adjustment: The headrest height is adjustable using handle 2. The 5-point harness tightness is adjusted using the quick adjustment button (09) and adjusting belt (10). The shoulder strap should be parallel to or slightly higher than the child's shoulder height.
- ISOFIX System: The ISOFIX connectors (16) extend and retract using buttons (16 and 17). Guide sleeves (19) are provided for vehicles not equipped with standard ISOFIX plug-in sleeves. A "click" sound and "green" indicator confirm correct ISOFIX engagement.
- Top Tether System: The top tether (13) is routed through the car headrest and hooked to the vehicle's fixed point (15). The adjuster button (14) displays "green" when tightened correctly.
- Adult Safety Belt Usage: For children 100-150cm, the adult 3-point safety belt is used, routed through the seat's strap guide hook (02) and lap belt guide (12).
- Cushion Use: An inner liner/cushion (05) is suitable for children 40-75cm, enhancing safety and comfort.
- Safety Warnings:
- Never use the child restraint system on a car seat with an enabled airbag.
- Do not leave children unattended in the seat.
- Ensure the seat belt latch is locked and the child can be quickly released in an emergency.
- All rigid and plastic parts of the child restraint system must be placed to avoid being stuck by movable seats or doors.
- Secure the child restraint system even when no child is sitting in it.
- Ensure the 5-point seat belt is not twisted and is adjusted tightly to the child's body.
- Do not use a luggage hook instead of a top tether strap.
- Do not use forward-facing before the child's age exceeds 15 months.
- The seat must be as close to/against the back of the vehicle seat as possible.
- Uncertified or modified products are dangerous.
- Do not use stress points other than those described in the documentation.
- Keep the seat out of direct sunlight if the surface covering is not fabric, to prevent burns.
- Replace the restraint system after an accident.
- Properly place luggage and articles that may cause injury in a collision.
- Keep the child restraint system away from corrosive objects.
- Ensure the ISOFIX settings are consistent on both sides.
- The manufacturer guarantees product quality, except for second-hand products.
Maintenance Features
- Seat Cover Cleaning: The seat fabric cover is removable and can be washed in water at temperatures below 30 degrees Celsius. It can only be dried. It is crucial not to use the car seat without the original seat fabric cover or to replace it with non-recommended materials, as this affects the overall integrity and safety of the child restraint system.
- Plastic Parts Cleaning: Plastic parts can be cleaned with a mild detergent or a wet towel. Do not use corrosive cleaning agents (e.g., solvents).
- Safety Belt System Cleaning: The safety belt system can be cleaned with a wet towel. Do not use detergent on the belts.
- Disassembly/Installation of Seat Cover:
- Loosen the five-point seat belt.
- Loosen buckle (07), remove inner liner (05), shoulder pads (04), and buckle pad (08).
- Remove the seat cover from back to front.
- Remove the head pillow cover.
- Preservation: The instruction manual should be stored in the seat for special storage after use, ensuring it is clearly visible during the service life cycle.