Graco 1963212 - Manuals

6 1-A A Quick Guide to Your Manual This car seat is for children: Rear-Facing: 4-50 lb (1.8-22.5 kg) Forward Facing: 22-65 lb (10-30 kg) • Children less than 22 lb (10 kg) MUST use this car seat rear-facing. Review section 1-C for more information. Get to Know Your Car Seat What Seating Location Sho...

Which Installation Method Should I Use? This car seat can be installed in your vehicle using either the vehicle seat belt OR Lower Anchor Attachment OR the LATCH system. All are equally safe to use. DO NOT USE BOTH AT THE SAME TIME. Graco allows the securing of the car seat with LATCH system in the ...

8 LATCH consists of lower anchors and tether anchors, which are built-in to your vehicle, and lower anchor attachment that are built-in to your car seat. Lower anchors are used INSTEAD of the vehicle’s seat belt to secure the child seat to the vehicle. Tethers are used IN ADDITION to the lower ancho...

9 When Installing Rear-Facing & Forward-Facing Vehicle Seat Belt There are two types of vehicle seat belts that can be used. Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt or Lap Only Seat Belt.Review section 3-C & 4-C of this manual AND your vehicle owner’s manual. Lower Anchorage Attachment The lower anchorage sy...

10 Does Your Car Seat Fit Your Child Correctly? To make sure your child is secured properly, review section 3 and 4 to understand all of the actions you need to take to properly adjust the car seat to fit your child. Harness Height, Rear-Facing (A) Harness straps at or just below the child’s shoulde...

12 Car Seat Does Not Move More than 1” (2.5 cm) at the Belt Path (A) Review section 3 Check level indicator (B) Review section 3 Harness Straps at or Just Below Child’s Shoulders (C) Review section 5 Chest Clip Even With Armpits (D) Review section 5 Cannot Pinch Harness Straps at the Shoulder (E) Re...

13 Use the top tether strap when using forward-facing (A) When used properly, the top tether helps reduce injury in a sudden stop or crash. Review section 4 Car Seat Does Not Move More than 1” (2.5 cm) at the Belt Path (B) Review section 4 Harness Straps at or Just Above Child’s Shoulders (C) Review...

14 1-B Welcome to the Graco Family! Your child’s safety depends on you. No car seat can guarantee protection from injury in every situation, but proper use helps reduce the risk of serious injury or death.Even if this car seat seems easy to figure out on your own, you must follow the detailed instru...

15 Your child’s safety depends on you. No car seat can guarantee protection from injury in every situation, but proper use helps reduce the risk of serious injury or death.Even if this car seat seems easy to figure out on your own, you must follow the detailed instructions in this instruction manual...

16 1-D Before You Begin Please fill out the prepaid registration postcard attached to the harness and mail it in today or register online at www.gracobaby.com/carseatregistration. Child restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register this restraint to be reached in a recall. Send ...

17 Model Name _________________________Model Number _______________________Date of Manufacture __________________Date of Purchase _____________________ For future reference or if you change addresses, record the model name, model number, date of manufacture and purchase date of this car seat on the ...

19 Car seat par ts can get very hot in the sun or warm weather. To avoid burns, always check before putting child in car seat. 1-E Safety Warnings No car seat can guarantee protection from injury in every situation, but proper use helps reduce the risk of serious injury or death. READ THIS MANUAL CA...

20 ! NEVER PLACE THIS CHILD RESTRAINT REAR-FACING IN A VEHICLE SEATING LOCATION THAT HAS AN ACTIVE FRONT AIR BAG. If an air bag inflates, it can hit the child and car seat with great force and cause serious injury or death to your child. ! Review your vehicle owner’s manual for more information abou...

21 ! Children are safer riding rear-facing and should ride rear-facing as long as possible, until they reach the maximum rear-facing height or weight rating for their car seat. Then children should ride forward-facing, using the built-in harness system for as long as possible until they reach the ma...

24 2 Features A B H I CDE JK G L M F 2-A Car Seat Features

30 3 Rear Facing 3-A Rear-Facing Rear-Facing: 4-50 lb (1.8-22.5 kg) and whose head is at least 1” (2.5 cm) below the headrest adjustment handle • Infants who weigh less than 22 lb (10 kg) MUST be rear-facing. • Place car seat rear-facing in the vehicle back seat. • Make sure lower anchor attachment ...

31 3 Rear Facing NEVER place this child restraint rear-facing in a vehicle seating location that has an active front air bag. • Harness straps need to be even with or just below the top of child’s shoulders and chest clip is at armpit level . • Children are safer riding rear-facing and should ride r...

32 3 Rear Facing When reading the level indicator, - If the ball is entirely in light blue, the restraint is level for infants 0+ months in age. - If the ball is in light blue and dark blue, the restraint is level for a child 3+ months in age. - If the ball is in RED , child restraint is NOT level. ...

33 3 Rear Facing - If the ball is entirely in light blue, the restraint is level for infants 0+ months in age. 3-B Installing Rear-Facing With Lower Anchors Review your vehicle’s owner manual for lower anchor location and use. 1. Store Tether Strap Attach tether hook to the plastic bar on right side...

34 3 Rear Facing 3. Make Sure Lower Anchor Strap is in the Rear-Facing Belt Path Marked With a Blue Label If not, See section 7 to move lower anchor attachment. 4. Recline the Car Seat Pull out on handle on front of child restraint and adjust to one of the four rear-facing positions. Rear Facing For...

35 3 Rear Facing 1 2 34 5. Place Car Seat Rear-Facing in Back Seat of the Vehicle Place rear-facing in vehicle seat and center the car seat between the lower anchors. The base should sit as flat as possible on the vehicle seat. 6. To Keep Your Child Rear- Facing Longer For additional legroom, squeez...

37 3 Rear Facing 9. Extend the Lower Anchor Strap For easier installation, extend the lower anchor strap to its maximum length by pressing the grey button and pulling on the strap. 10. Attach Lower Anchor Connectors to Vehicle’s Lower Anchors Lower anchor strap should lie flat and not be twisted. CL...

38 3 Rear Facing 12. Test For Tightness Grab the sides of the seat where the lower anchor strap is and slide the car seat side-to-side and front-to-back. If the seat moves less than 1” (2.5 cm), it is tight enough. 11. Tighten the Lower Anchor Strap Press down firmly in the center of the car seat wh...

40 3 Rear Facing Is Everything Correct? Car Seat Does Not Move More than 1” (2.5 cm) at the Belt Path Level Indicator’s Ball in the Blue Zone and Vehicle on Level Ground Harness Straps at or Just Below the Child’s Shoulders. Review section 5 Chest Clip Even With Armpits Review section 5 Cannot Pinch...

41 3 Rear Facing 1. Store Tether and Lower Anchor Strap Attach tether hook and lower anchor connectors to the plastic bars as shown. Rear Facing Forward F acing 3-C Install Rear-Facing with Vehicle Seat Belt 2. Recline the Car Seat Pull out on handle on front of child restraint and adjust to one of ...

43 3 Rear Facing 6. Check the Level Indicator Vehicle MUST be on level ground. Ball must be completely in the blue zone . Readjust if needed. For infants 3 months and under, the ball must completely cover the light blue circle. If needed, rolled towels may be placed under the car seat at the vehicle...

44 3 Rear Facing 8. Lock Vehicle Seat Belt In most vehicles today, slowly pull the shoulder belt all the way out and then let it go back in. You will hear a clicking sound. Slowly pull out on the belt and it should be locked. If not, review your car’s owner manual and section 8-D. 9. Tighten the Veh...

46 3 Rear Facing 10. Test For Tightness Grab the sides of the seat where the vehicle seat belt is and slide the car seat side-to-side and front-to-back. If the seat moves less than 1” (2.5 cm), it is tight enough. 11. Check the Level Indicator Vehicle MUST be on level ground. Ball must be completely...

48 4 For ward Facing 4-A Forward-Facing Forward-Facing: 22-65 lb (10-30 kg) and 49 inches (125 cm) or less and at least one year old • For children 22-40 lb (10-18 kg) you MUST use recline position 4. • For children over 40 lb (18.1 kg) you MUST use recline position 5 or 6. • The crotch strap must b...

49 Important 4 For ward Facing • Install this car seat tightly in your vehicle. Car seat should not move at the forward-facing belt path more than 1” (2.5 cm) from side to side, front to back. • Harness straps need to be even with or just above the top of child’s shoulders and chest clip is at armpi...

50 4 For ward Facing 1. Remove Lower Anchor Strap from Storage Location 2. Make Sure Lower Anchor Strap is in the Forward-Facing Belt Path Marked with Orange Label If not, See section 7 to move lower anchor strap. 3. Unhook Tether Strap From Storage Unhook tether and lay it in the seat. 4-B Install ...

51 Important 4 For ward Facing 4. Adjust the Car Seat For Children 22-40 lb (10-18 kg) MUST use recline position 4. For Children Over 40 lb (18.1 kg) MUST use recline position 5 or 6. 5. Place Car Seat Forward Facing in Back Seat of the Vehicle Place forward-facing in vehicle seat and center the car...

53 Important 4 For ward Facing 9. Tighten the Lower Anchor Strap Press down firmly in the center of the car seat while tightening the lower anchor strap. 10. Attach The Tether Extend the tether by pressing the grey button and pulling out on the strap and attach. Consult vehicle’s owner manual for sp...

54 4 For ward Facing 12. Test For Tightness Grab the sides of the seat where the lower anchor strap is and slide the car seat side-to-side and front-to-back. If the seat moves less than 1” (2.5 cm), it is tight enough. See section 5-A to secure your child. 11. Tighten Tether Strap Push the car seat ...

55 Important 4 For ward Facing Is Everything Correct? Car Seat Does Not Move More than 1” (2.5 cm) at the Belt Path Harness Straps at or Just Above the Child’s Shoulders. Review section 5 Chest Clip Even With Armpits Review section 5 Cannot Pinch Harness Straps at the Shoulder Review section 5

56 4 For ward Facing 4-C Install Forward-Facing with Vehicle Seat Belt 1. Store Lower Anchor Strap Attach lower anchor connectors to the plastic bars as shown. 2. Adjust the Car Seat For Children 22-40 lb (10-18 kg) MUST use recline position 4. For Children Over 40 lb (18.1 kg) MUST use recline posi...

57 Important 4 For ward Facing 3. Unhook Tether Strap From Storage Unhook tether and lay it in the seat. 4. Place Car Seat Forward-Facing in Back Seat of the Vehicle Place forward-facing in vehicle seat. The base should sit as flat as possible on the vehicle seat. 5. Make Sure Base is a minimum of 8...

58 4 For ward Facing Review your vehicle’s owner manual for vehicle seat belt use 6. Route the Vehicle Seat Belt Thread vehicle seat belt through the forward-facing belt path (marked with a orange label) and out the other side. Buckle it. The seat belt should lie as flat as possible and not be twist...

59 Important 4 For ward Facing 9. Attach The Tether Extend the tether by pressing the grey button and pulling out on the strap and attach. Consult vehicle’s owner manual for specific location. 8. Tighten the Vehicle Seat Belt Press down firmly in the center of the car seat. Pull on the shoulder belt...

60 4 For ward Facing 11. Test For Tightness Grab the sides of the seat where the vehicle seat belt is and slide the car seat side-to-side and front-to-back. If the seat moves less than 1” (2.5 cm), it is tight enough. See section 5-A to secure your child.

62 5 Securing Child 1. Loosen Harness Straps Push down on the harness release lever while pulling out on the harness straps at the chest clip. 5-A Securing Child 5-point Harness WARNING! In cold weather, do not put snowsuits or bulky garments on your child when placing them in the car seat. Bulky cl...

63 5 Securing Child Unbuckle the chest clip and the crotch buckle. Place harness straps off to the sides. On select models, place harness straps in buckle storage pockets.

64 5 Securing Child 2. Place Your Child in the Seat Make sure their back is flat against the car seat back. Avoid bulky or heavy clothing. Doing so will prevent the harness straps from being tightened properly. Place a blanket over the child after you have secured the child. 3. Place Harness Straps ...

65 5 Securing Child 2. Place Your Child in the Seat Make sure their back is flat against the car seat back. Avoid bulky or heavy clothing. Doing so will prevent the harness straps from being tightened properly. Place a blanket over the child after you have secured the child. 4. Be Sure the Harness S...

66 5 Securing Child 5. To Raise or Lower Headrest/ Harness Height Squeeze the adjustment handle and move headrest for the proper harness height. 6. Check the Buckle Position The correct slot is the one that is closest to your child without being underneath them. The crotch strap must be in the front...

68 5 Securing Child 10. Pull Up on Crotch Strap to Make Sure it is Secured 11. Buckle the Chest Clip You will hear a “click” when the chest clip is securely buckled. 12. Pull All the Slack Out From Around the Waist Pull up on the harness strap while pushing the chest clip down. Do this to both sides...

70 6 Accessories 6-A Accessories (on select models) Harness Covers Make sure that harness covers do not interfere with placement of the chest clip at armpit level. To remove, undo the fastening strips and remove. Head Suppor t Slide head support into opening in headrest as shown. Curved bottom of he...

71 7 Moving Lower Anchors 7-A Moving the Lower Anchor Strap B A 1. For Ease of Moving the Lower Anchor Strap A. Undo Snaps and fastening strips in front of child restraint. B. Pull the lower anchor straps out of the belt path opening, so that the lower anchor connectors end up on the same side of th...

73 7 Moving Lower Anchors 4. Replace the Seat Pad Fabric on the Front of the Child Restraint. Forward-Facing: Make sure the strap is flat and not twisted.

74 8 Additional Informatio n Lower Anchor Connector To remove the lower anchor connectors from the lower anchors, push in on the red buttons and pull them off. Tether To remove, press the grey button and pull out on the strap to release the tension.Press in on the hook’s spring. Push tether hook in,...

75 8 Additional Informatio n 8-B Choosing Vehicle Seat Location Review your vehicle owner’s manual for seating locations. The best seating location for this car seat is one that: • Is recommended by your vehicle owner’s manual, and • Results in a secure installation of this car seat In the event the...

76 8 Additional Informatio n 8-C Unsafe Vehicle Seat Locations Never install this car seat in any of the following vehicle seating locations: rear-facing or side-facing vehicle seats rear-facing with an active front air bag

77 8 Additional Informatio n 8-D Vehicle Seat Belts This car seat can be installed using a vehicle seat belt. To do this, you will need to change the seat belt to a locked mode for use with car seats. With some vehicle seat belts, this is done with the latchplate; with other vehicle seat belts, this...

78 8 Additional Informatio n Identify Your Seat Belt Type There are two different types of vehicle seat belts that can be used with this car seat: Lap Belt Only 2 connection points. Lap/Shoulder Belt 3 connections points. Can be used in all car seats modes of use. Some vehicles you may not get a sec...

80 8 Additional Informatio n How to Lock Your Lap and Shoulder Vehicle Seat Belt Sliding Latch Plate and Switchable Retractor A latchplate that slides freely on the belt webbing and cannot, by itself, hold the belt snug around a car seat. When installing the car seat, route the vehicle seat belt thr...

81 8 Additional Informatio n Locking Latchplate and ELR Retractor A latchplate that holds the lap belt snug after it has been adjusted; contains a metal bar on the underside of the hardware that “locks” the belt in position. When installing the car seat, route the vehicle seat belt through the prope...

82 8 Additional Informatio n Sliding Latch Plate and ALR Retractor A latchplate that slides freely on the belt webbing and cannot, by itself, hold the belt snug around a car seat. Slowly pull the shoulder belt all the way out. Route the vehicle seat belt through the proper belt path and buckle it in...

83 8 Additional Informatio n Sliding Latch Plate and ELR Retractor A latchplate that slides freely on the belt webbing and cannot, by itself, hold the belt snug around a car seat. With this retractor, you will need to use the locking clip to lock the vehicle seat belt. To get a locking clip, call 1-...

84 9 Care & Cleaning Lap Belt Installation Always review your vehicle owner’s manual for specific information about your vehicle seat belts. Locking Latch Plate and No Retractor When installing the car seat, route the lap seat belt through the proper path and buckle it in. Then, pull upwards on ...

85 Impo rt ant Im po rt an t 9 Care & Cleaning 9-A Cleaning Seat Pad Clean with a damp sponge using mild soap and cool water. Refer to seat pad care tag for washing instructions.Your model determines how to remove the seat pad. Follow the instructions that match your seat. Seat Pad (on most mode...

86 9 Care & Cleaning Unbuckle the chest clip and the buckle strap. Face the rear of the seat and remove the belt straps from splitter plate as shown.

89 Impo rt ant Im po rt an t 9 Care & Cleaning Seat Pad (on Rapid Remove TM models) With the Rapid Remove™ seat pad, you do not need to uninstall the car seat to clean the seat pad. Raise headrest all the way up. From behind the seat undo the fastening strips. From the front, undo the two seat s...

90 9 Care & Cleaning Pull side panel pocket off of side panel. Undo fastening strips on the front of the seat

92 9 Care & Cleaning 2. Attach the shorter loop first. 3. Pull the longer loop behind the shorter loop. 4. Wrap the Longer loop around the shorter loop one time and attach to the hook. 2 3 4 Front Pad You may need to uninstall the car seat to remove the pad. Undo the elastic loops on top of the ...

94 9 Care & Cleaning 9-B Cleaning Crotch Buckle Recline the car seat and locate the metal retainer. Rotate the metal retainer up through the shell and pad. From the front, pull the crotch buckle out.To clean buckle, place in a cup of warm water and gently agitate the buckle. Press the red button...

95 Impo rt ant Im po rt an t 9 Care & Cleaning 9-C Cleaning Harness, Lower Anchor and Tether Surface wash only with mild soap and damp cloth. DO NOT IMMERSE THE HARNESS STRAPS or LOWER ANCHOR STRAP IN WATER Doing so may weaken the straps. If harness straps or lower anchor belt are frayed or heav...

96 To purchase par ts or accessories in the United States, please contact us at the following: www.gracobaby.com or 1-800-345-4109 Replacement Parts Store instruction manual behind the tab with the instruction book icon as shown.