This document is an instruction manual for the Zola Crib, manufactured by Eco-Chic Baby. It provides detailed steps for assembly, a list of hardware and parts, and crucial safety warnings and cautions for the crib's use and maintenance.
Function Description:
The Zola Crib is a piece of nursery furniture designed to provide a safe sleeping environment for infants and young children. It is a stationary crib, meaning its sides do not move. The crib features a mattress support that can be adjusted to different heights, accommodating the child's growth and developmental stages. The primary function is to securely contain a sleeping child, preventing falls and entrapment, while also offering a durable and aesthetically pleasing design.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Mattress Dimensions: Any mattress used in this crib must be at least 27 1/4 inches (69cm) by 51 5/8 inches (131cm).
- Mattress Thickness: The mattress thickness must not exceed 6 inches (15cm).
- Gap between Mattress and Crib Sides: When the mattress is pushed into the corner of the crib, the gap between the mattress and the sides of the crib should not be more than 3cm.
- Child Height Limit: Do not use this crib if the child is taller than 35 inches (89cm) or is able to climb out unaided.
- Hardware:
- 2" Machine Bolts (A): 8 pieces
- 1" Machine Bolts (B): 4 pieces
- Lock Washers (C): 12 pieces
- Washers (D): 4 pieces
- Allen Wrench (E): 1 piece
- Parts List:
- Left Headboard (1)
- Right Headboard (2)
- Stationary Side (3)
- Mattress Support (4)
Usage Features:
- Adjustable Mattress Support: The crib includes a mattress support that can be installed at different heights. It is crucial to choose the appropriate height based on the child's age and developmental stage. The manual explicitly states, "It is important to lower the mattress support as the child grows older" to prevent falls.
- Stationary Sides: The crib is designed with stationary sides, which is a key safety feature to prevent accidents associated with drop-side cribs.
- Assembly Instructions: The manual provides a clear, step-by-step assembly process:
- STEP ONE: Attach the Stationary Side (3) to the Left Headboard (1) and Right Headboard (2) using 2" Machine Bolts (A) and Lock Washers (C). The instruction emphasizes "DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN" at this stage.
- STEP TWO: Attach the Mattress Support (4). The manual stresses that the mattress support must be installed "FLAT SIDE UP" and "level." This step involves using 1" Machine Bolts (B) and Washers (D). Users are advised to choose the appropriate height for the mattress support.
- STEP THREE: Attach the second Stationary Side (3) to the assembled headboards and mattress support using 2" Machine Bolts (A) and Lock Washers (C). Again, the instruction "DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN" is repeated, along with a reminder to "Recheck all screws and bolts to be sure they are fastened securely."
- Safety Warnings and Cautions: The manual includes extensive warnings to ensure safe usage:
- Suffocation Hazard: Infants can suffocate on soft bedding; no pillows, comforters, or additional padding should be used. Infants should be placed on their backs to sleep. Plastic shipping bags or films should never be used as mattress covers.
- Strangulation Hazard: No strings, cords, straps, or similar items should be placed around a child's neck or near the crib. The crib should not be placed near windows where cords from blinds or drapes could strangle a child. All fasteners must be tightened to prevent parts of the body or clothing from getting trapped.
- Fall Hazard: Once a child can pull to a standing position, the mattress must be set to the lowest position, and bumper pads, large toys, or other objects that could serve as steps for climbing out must be removed.
- General Safety: Do not use the crib if any parts are missing, damaged, broken, or if the child can climb out unaided or exceeds the height limit. Do not use a water mattress. Teething rails, if equipped, must be replaced if damaged.
- Entrapment Hazard: Openings in and between bed parts can entrap a child's head and neck. The crib should not be used for children younger than 15 months.
Maintenance Features:
- Regular Inspection: Users are instructed to "Check this product for damaged hardware, loose joints, loose bolts or other fasteners, missing parts or sharp edges before and after assembly and frequently during use."
- Tightening Fasteners: "Securely tighten loose bolts and other fasteners."
- Cleaning: "Do not scratch or chip the finish. Do not use abrasive chemicals for cleaning. Clean with mild soap on a soft rag. Rinse and dry thoroughly."
- Refinishing: If refinishing the furniture, "be sure to use only a non-toxic finish specified for children's products."
- Storage: When storing the crib, "do not store it in places where it may be exposed to heat or moisture."
- Manual Retention: The manual should be kept in the sleeve attachment to the mattress support for future reference.
- Replacement Parts: Users can visit the eco-chic baby website (www.ecochicbaby.com) or contact customer service to request replacement parts.
The manual emphasizes the importance of following all instructions and warnings to prevent serious injury or death. It also provides contact information for customer service.
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