Baby Trend FLEX-LOC Infant Car Seat Owner's Manual

Important Safety Information & Warnings

WARNINGS TO ALERT YOU TO POSSIBLE DANGERS

The ultimate safety of your baby depends on the proper installation of the Safety Seat in your vehicle. Proper installation requires reading and understanding this entire manual and your vehicle's owner's manual before placing your baby in the Safety Seat. Do not allow others to install or use this safety seat unless they completely understand its proper use and installation. Improper use can result in death or serious injury from a crash, sharp turn, or sudden stop.

Your baby's safety requires:

1. Choosing the best location within your vehicle for the Safety Seat. Seating positions with Active Air Bags must be avoided.
2. Adjusting the harness shoulder strap locations to the appropriate height of your baby.
3. Adjusting the harness length to be snug around your baby.
4. Using this Safety Seat in the rear-facing position only.
5. Proper use and routing of the seat belts in your vehicle is essential for proper installation. Not all vehicle seat belts will adequately secure the Safety Seat.
6. Proper angle of installation is required for maximum protection of your baby.

SAFETY INFORMATION

1) About Your Baby

This Safety Seat is designed and tested for a specific range of HEIGHT and WEIGHT. Using it outside these limits increases the risk of death or serious injury in a crash. Refer to the warning label on the Safety Seat and this manual for limits. Special needs children, such as pre-term babies, may have difficulties. The recline angle may not be appropriate for them. Consult your pediatrician for advice. Never leave your child unattended. Do not dress your child in bulky clothing that hinders the harness from being snug and properly latched.

2) About Your Vehicle

Proper installation and securing your child are essential. Understand your vehicle's owner's manual regarding child restraint installation. Not all vehicles or seat belt systems are compatible. Some vehicles may not have a safe location or adequate seat belt systems. Never combine this Safety Seat or Base with any other manufacturer's product. This Safety Seat is certified for use in Motor Vehicles and Aircraft and conforms to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

3) About Active Air Bags

NEVER PLACE THIS SAFETY SEAT IN A VEHICLE SEATING LOCATION THAT HAS AN ACTIVE AIR BAG. An inflating Air Bag can cause death or serious injury. Refer to your vehicle's owner's manual for more information.

4) About an Unoccupied Safety Seat

Never leave the Safety Seat or Base unsecured in your vehicle; it can become a projectile in a crash. When not in use, remove it or secure it. The Safety Seat can become very hot in direct sunlight; always check for hot surfaces before placing your child in it. Cover the seat with a blanket or towel if exposed to direct sunlight. Replace the Safety Seat and Base after any accident, even minor ones, as damage may not be visible. Discontinue use after six (6) years from the date of manufacture; disable it before discarding.

5) About this Safety Seat

The seat is constructed of plastic that can deform over time if left with objects or pressure. Do not store the seat in a car trunk with heavy objects on it. Do not use the safety seat if it is damaged or broken.

6) About Use as a Carrier

Never leave your child unattended, even when asleep. Your child can tip or move the carrier, potentially leading to suffocation or injury. Always place the carrier on a firm, level surface, not on soft or plush surfaces like beds or sofas, as it can tip easily. Keep the carrier away from edges of high surfaces like tables or shelves. Ensure harness straps are snug. Before lifting, check that the handle is firmly locked. When using with a shopping cart, ensure the seat is firmly locked onto the cart or place it inside the cart. Strings and cords can cause strangulation; keep them away from the child's neck and body.

WARNING: NEVER leave child unattended. Suffocation Hazard: Infant carrier can roll over on soft surfaces and suffocate child. NEVER place carrier on beds, sofas, or other soft surfaces. Strangulation Hazard: Child can strangle in loose restraint straps. Never leave child in carrier when straps are loose or undone. Fall Hazard: Child's movement can slide carrier. NEVER place carrier near edges of counter tops, tables, or other elevated surfaces.

Selecting the Best Location for the Safety Seat

Not every location in an automobile is safe. Improper placement increases the risk of death or serious injury. Follow this manual and your vehicle's owner's manual. Contact your vehicle manufacturer if uncertain.

1) Overall Considerations

Rear seating positions are statistically safer. The center rear seat is recommended. If the driver is alone and requires constant monitoring, the front seat may be used if there is no passenger-side Active Air Bag and specific requirements are met.

2) Check Vehicle Seat Requirements

WARNING: DO NOT place a rear-facing child seat on the front seat with an air bag. DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY can occur. The back seat is the safest place for children 12 and under.

Diagram Description (Fig. 14-1 & 14-2): Illustrates a vehicle interior, showing a rear seat as the recommended location for a child safety seat. It also depicts a front seat with an airbag, highlighting it as an unsafe location for a rear-facing seat.

2.1) Active Air Bags: NEVER place the Safety Seat in a location with an Active Air Bag. An inflating airbag can cause death or serious injury. Refer to your vehicle manual.

2.2) Vehicle Seat Direction: DO NOT place the Safety Seat in any vehicle seat that faces to the rear or to either side.

2.3) Seat Back Stability: DO NOT use a vehicle seat with a back that does not lock into place. A folding seat back must have a latch or locking mechanism to prevent it from flying forward and striking the child.

2.4) Vehicle Manual Review: Review your vehicle owner's manual to determine the best and safest locations for installation. Contact the manufacturer if the manual does not provide this information.

3) Check Vehicle Seat Belt Compatibility

The Safety Seat must be installed tightly. Not all vehicle seat belt systems are safe for use with this Safety Seat. Consult your vehicle owner's manual and heed all warning labels. Your vehicle may require modification or a special seat belt.

WARNING: Carefully analyze vehicle safety belt operation. The ability to thread the belt through the seat is not an indication of safety. Review seat belt systems, your vehicle manual, and warning labels. Modifications or special seat belts may be required.

3.2) Seat Belt Systems NOT Safe for Use:

• 3.2.1) Loose Lap Belts: Do not use lap belts that stay loose and only lock in a crash or sudden stop (Emergency Locking Retractor). These allow the seat to move. Consult your dealer for conversion options.
• 3.2.2) Lap/Shoulder Belts with Separate Retractors: Do not use systems where the lap and shoulder belts each have retractors at one end, as they will not adequately restrain the seat.
• 3.2.3) Door-Connected Seat Belts: Do not use seat belts connected to the door, as they are designed to automatically surround the occupant and will not adequately restrain the Safety Seat.
• 3.2.4) Forward-Anchored Seat Belts: Do not use seat belts anchored more than 2 inches forward of the seat bottom/back crease, as this anchors the seat too far forward.
• 3.2.5) Track-Mounted Shoulder Belts: Do not use shoulder belts that move along a track, as they typically move to surround the occupant and will not adequately restrain the seat.

Diagram Description (Fig. 16-1, 16-2, 17-1, 17-2, 17-3): These diagrams illustrate various unsafe seat belt configurations. Fig. 16-1 shows a loose lap belt with an emergency locking retractor. Fig. 16-2 shows a lap/shoulder belt with separate retractors. Fig. 17-1 shows a door-connected seat belt. Fig. 17-2 shows a seat belt anchored too far forward. Fig. 17-3 shows a shoulder belt on a track.

3.3) Seat Belt Systems Adequate for Use:

• 3.3.1) Manually Adjusted Lap Belt: A lap belt that is manually adjusted and remains tight is suitable. The center rear seat belt is often this type.
• 3.3.2) Non-Lengthening Lap Belt: A lap belt that cannot be lengthened once fastened, often with an automatic locking retractor that requires unbuckling to lengthen, is suitable.
• 3.3.3) Lap/Shoulder Combination with Latch Plate: A system with a latch plate that locks the lap belt into position is suitable and does not require a locking clip.
• 3.3.4) Lap/Shoulder Combination with Sliding Latch Plate: Suitable if it includes a lockable retractor or if a locking clip is used to secure the lap belt. Use the provided locking clip as instructed.

Diagram Description (Fig. 18-1, 18-2, 19-1, 19-2, 19-3): These diagrams illustrate safe seat belt configurations. Fig. 18-1 shows a manually adjusted lap belt. Fig. 18-2 shows a lap belt with an automatic locking retractor. Fig. 19-1 shows a lap/shoulder belt with a fixed latch plate. Fig. 19-2 and 19-3 show a lap/shoulder belt with a sliding latch plate, indicating the use of a locking clip.

Features and Functions

4) Safety Seat Features and Their Proper Use

Baby Trend offers various styles of Safety Seats with different features, adjustments, and weight/size ratings. Follow instructions specific to your model. Your seat will have either an EZ5 or a 5-point harness.

5) Other Features

• Crotch Strap: Adjustable for a safe and comfortable fit.
• Seat Angle Indicator: Ensures proper recline for crash protection.
• Locking Clip: Stored under the pad on the right side, used for securing the seat with certain vehicle lap/shoulder belts.
• Seat Angle Adjuster: Located on the Base, it raises or lowers the rear of the Base to achieve the proper recline angle.

Diagram Description (Fig. 20, 21, 22, 23): These diagrams illustrate the components of the EZ5 harness (Fig. 20) and the 5-point harness (Fig. 23), including harness slots, carry handle, seat pad, straps, buckle, canopy, and adjuster buttons. Fig. 21 shows 'Other Features' like the crotch strap adjustment and Seat Angle Indicator. Fig. 22 shows weight-based recline indicators (e.g., 20 lbs and under, 20-22 lbs).

6) Features and Functions for the EZ5 Harness

Labels point to Harness Slots, Carry Handle, Seat Pad, Harness Straps, Buckle, EZ5 Pad, Harness Adjuster Button, Canopy, Handle Release Button, Harness Clip, Vehicle Belt Path/Hook (without base), and Harness Adjuster Strap.

7) Features and Functions for the 5-Point Harness

Labels point to Carry Handle, Moving Seat Back (Adjustable Back Model), Harness Straps, Buckle, Seat Pad, Harness Adjuster Button, Canopy, Handle Release Button, Harness Clip, Vehicle Belt Path/Hook, and Harness Adjuster Strap.

Base Installation Features

8) Features and Functions for Vehicle Installation of Base

The Safety Seat base can be installed using the vehicle belt or the included LATCH attachment system. Follow instructions specific to your purchased model for proper installation and child protection.

Diagram Description (Fig. 24, 25, 26, 27): Fig. 24 and 25 show rear views of the Adjustable Back and Fixed Back models, detailing Harness Slots, Carry Handle, Harness Belt, Owner's Manual Holder, Belt Adjuster Plate, Base/Stroller Hook, Harness Adjuster Strap, and Base Lock Rod. Fig. 26 illustrates Base features: Attachment Locks, Belt Path for Vehicle Belt Installation, Foot Adjustment Lock Button, LATCH Connectors, LATCH Connector Storage, Webbing Release Button, LATCH Hook Release Button, and LATCH Attachment Hook. Fig. 27 shows the Base with LATCH connectors and Vehicle Belt Path.

Using the Safety Seat with the Base

9) Use of the Safety Seat with the Base

9.1) Removal: Squeeze the Base Release handle (located below the foot end of the Safety Seat) to release the seat from the base.

9.2) Attaching: Align the Safety Seat with the Base and push down until it latches securely. Check that both sides are attached.

Diagram Description (Fig. 28-1): Shows the action of squeezing the Base Release handle to detach the seat from the base.

10) Operation of the Carry Handle

The Carry Handle has three positions: upright carry, mid-storage, and non-rocking. Depress the two buttons above the connection to the seat shell to release the handle. Rotate to the desired position; buttons should pop out to lock. Before lifting, push on the handle to ensure both sides are locked.

Diagram Description (Fig. 28-1): Shows the carry handle in different positions: Upright Carry, Mid Storage in vehicle position, and Non-Rocking in vehicle position.

11) Attaching the Canopy

Slip the canopy stays through the sleeves. Insert the ends of the plastic stays into the female fittings on the inside of the handle hub.

12) Adjustment of the Shoulder Straps

WARNING: Failure to properly adjust the harness increases the risk of death or serious injury. Adjust the harness snugly at all times. Your child grows rapidly; check fit every time.

12.1) Adjustable Back Safety Seat: Features a sliding back component that adjusts harness height. Turn the moving back adjuster knob clockwise to increase height, counter-clockwise to decrease. Harness straps should be even with or just below the child's shoulders. Rotate the carry handle to the non-rocking position when placing the child. Adjust the knob behind the seat back to raise or lower the moving seat back and harness straps. The knob must remain vertical. Ensure straps are not above the child's shoulders.

Diagram Description (Fig. 31-1, 31-2): Fig. 31-1 shows the knob handle must be vertical. Fig. 31-2 indicates the proper height for harness straps is even with or just below the child's shoulders.

12.2) Fixed Back Safety Seat: Has three height adjustments for harness straps. Straps must be even with or just below the child's shoulders. To adjust, remove the seat from the base, rotate the handle to the upright carry position. Loosen straps by depressing the Harness Adjuster Button and pulling straps. Turn the seat over, locate the Belt Adjuster Plate. Remove harness straps from the plate. Pull straps through shoulder slots and seat pad. Use the Belt Threading Tool to insert straps through selected slots. Pull straps through from the rear to reach the Belt Adjuster Plate. Reassemble straps to the plate, ensuring they are within the plate loop.

Diagram Description (Fig. 32-1, 32-2, 32-3, 33-1, 33-2, 33-3): Fig. 32-1 shows placing the child in the seat. Fig. 32-2 shows the Belt Adjuster Plate. Fig. 32-3 shows the Belt Threading Tool. Fig. 33-1, 33-2, 33-3 illustrate reassembling harness straps to the Belt Adjuster Plate.

12.2.9) Strap Inspection: Inspect harness straps from front and rear to ensure they are not twisted, as twisted straps can prevent proper tightening and adequate restraint.

12.2.10) Security Check: Pull on harness straps from the front to ensure they are securely reattached before use.

13) Adjustment of the Crotch Strap Length

The crotch strap length should allow a gap of 1/2" to 1" between the buckle ears (or EZ5 pad bottom) and the top of the baby's thigh. Check buckle height as the baby grows.

Adjustment Process: Lift the crotch strap pad to see the anchor clip in its slot. Pull outward on the metal clip while feeding webbing downward to remove it from the slot. Do not remove the clip completely. Shorten the strap by wrapping additional material around the metal clip. Lengthen by unwrapping material. Reinsert the metal clip into the slot, pulling upward on the buckle. Ensure the clip is fully seated.

Diagram Description (Fig. 34-1, 35-1, 35-2, 35-3): Fig. 34-1 shows the 1/2 to 1 inch gap above the thigh. Fig. 35-1 shows the crotch strap anchor clip. Fig. 35-2 illustrates wrapping the strap around the anchor clip to shorten it. Fig. 35-3 shows the anchor clip reinserted into the slot.

Securing Your Child

14) Securing Your Child in the Safety Seat / Carrier

Failure to properly secure your child increases the risk of death or serious injury. Harness straps must be properly installed, adjusted, and secured at all times. Dress your child in clothing that allows the harness straps to latch securely and keep shoulder straps properly located.

14.1) Harness Installation: Ensure harness straps are installed in the proper slots or adjusted to the correct height as per Section 12.

14.2) Clothing: Dress your child in clothing that allows harness straps to latch securely between the legs and keeps shoulder straps properly on the shoulders.

14.3) Initial Placement: Place the Safety Seat on a firm, level surface. Move the carry handle to the non-rocking position. Loosen harness straps by pushing the Harness Adjuster Button and pulling straps. Unfasten the Harness Chest Clip. Drape harness straps over the seat back or sides.

Diagram Description (Fig. 37-1, 37-2): Fig. 37-1 shows the 'Correct' way to position harness straps. Fig. 37-2 shows the 'Incorrect' way.

14.4) Child Placement: Place your child in the Safety Seat so their bottom is against the back and bottom of the seat.

14.5) Harness Tightening: Pull harness straps down over your child. Check that straps are not twisted.

14.6) EZ5 Harness: Buckle the harness straps, ensuring a click. Pull straps to confirm they are buckled securely. If not, the seat will not provide protection. Call Baby Trend if straps do not buckle securely. Tighten straps by pulling the Harness Adjuster Strap outward. Straps should be snug, flat, and tight on shoulders, allowing no slack. Fasten the Harness Chest Clips together, positioning them level with the child's armpits.

Diagram Description (Fig. 38-1, 38-2): Fig. 38-1 shows straps flat and tight, with one finger of space. It also indicates 'Level with arm pits' for chest clip placement. Fig. 38-2 shows the Harness Chest Clip positioned level with the child's armpits.

14.7) 5-Point Harness: Put the two buckle tongues together and insert into the harness buckle on the crotch strap, ensuring a click. Pull upward on straps to confirm they are latched. If not securely buckled, the seat will not provide protection. Call Baby Trend if straps do not buckle securely. Tighten straps by pulling the Harness Adjuster Strap outward. Straps should be flat and tight on shoulders, allowing no more than one finger of space between the strap and the shoulder. Fasten the Harness Chest Clips together, positioning them level with the child's armpits.

Diagram Description (Fig. 39-1, 39-2): Fig. 39-1 and 39-2 show the process of buckling the 5-point harness tongues and the final secured state.

Securing the Safety Seat or Base in the Vehicle

WARNING: Failure to properly install and secure the Safety Seat in a rear-facing position increases the child's risk of death or serious injury. Follow these instructions and your vehicle manufacturer's instructions carefully.

Accessory Products: Accessory products are acceptable if they do not interfere with harness assembly or proper adjustment. Thick, soft, or compressible material exceeding 1/4 inch should not be placed behind or under the child or between the child and harness straps.

15.1) Preparation

• 15.1.1) Vehicle Position: Park on a level surface for the level indicator to function correctly.
• 15.1.2) Location Selection: Ensure the chosen location is acceptable per Section 'Selecting the Best Location'.
• 15.1.3) Air Bag Check: Re-check for Active Air Bags. Avoid locations adjacent to them. Refer to your vehicle manual for warnings.
• 15.1.4) Seat Adjustment: If using the front seat, slide it rearward to prevent contact with the dash in a crash. If using the rear seat, slide the front seat forward to prevent contact with the seat back in a crash.
• 15.1.5) Seat Back Lock: Ensure the vehicle seat back is locked in the upright position and will not fold forward onto the Safety Seat.

Diagram Description (Fig. 42-1): Shows a folding seat back that must be locked.

15.2) Installation of the Safety Seat / Vehicle Belt Installation of Base

15.2.1) Seat Removal from Base: Squeeze the base release handle and lift upward.

15.2.2) Base Placement: Place the Base in the rear-facing position in a forward-facing vehicle seat. The child must face the rear of the vehicle.

15.2.3) Belt Routing: Follow diagrams for threading the vehicle belt through the Base or the Safety Seat without the Base.

Diagram Description (Fig. 42-2, 42-3): Fig. 42-2 shows threading a lap/shoulder belt through the Base. Fig. 42-3 shows threading a lap belt only through the Base.

15.2.4) Buckling: Buckle the seat belt, ensuring it is not twisted and is securely latched into the appropriate buckle.

15.2.5) Tightening: The seat belt must be very tight. Push down on the seat/base while pulling and tightening the belt. Ensure there is no slack anywhere along the belt path.

Diagram Description (Fig. 43-1, 43-2, 43-3): Fig. 43-1 shows buckling the seat belt. Fig. 43-2 and 43-3 illustrate tightening the seat belt by pushing down and pulling.

15.2.6) Tightening Lap Belt Only: For automatically retracted belts, feed belt back into the retractor while pushing down. For manually adjusted belts, pull the free end while pushing down. Repeat until very tight.

Diagram Description (Fig. 44-1, 44-2): Fig. 44-1 shows tightening an automatically retracted lap belt. Fig. 44-2 shows tightening a manually adjusted lap belt.

15.2.7) Tightening Combination Lap/Shoulder Belt: Pull upward on the shoulder portion while pushing down on the seat/base. If difficult, unbuckle, tighten slightly, and re-buckle. Repeat until very tight.

15.2.8) Locking Clip Use: For belts with a sliding buckle, a locking clip may be needed. Secure the shoulder belt to the lap belt with the locking clip 1/2 inch from the buckle. Re-buckle and check tightness. Ensure the clip locks the belt.

Diagram Description (Fig. 45-1, 45-2, 46-1): Fig. 45-1 shows tightening a combination belt. Fig. 45-2 shows using a locking clip. Fig. 46-1 shows the locking clip placement.

15.2.9) Base Latching: Ensure nothing obstructs the base. Place the seat onto the base and push down until it latches securely. Pull upward to check latching. If it does not latch securely, it will not provide protection. Call Baby Trend.

Diagram Description (Fig. 46-2): Shows placing the seat onto the base and checking for secure latching.

15.3) Installation of the Base using LATCH

The LATCH system simplifies installation. Locate LATCH positions in your vehicle manual. Some may require anchor deployment or guides.

15.3.1) Locate LATCH Positions: Identify LATCH positions per your vehicle owner's manual.

15.3.2) Seat Removal from Base: Squeeze the base release handle and lift upward.

15.3.3) LATCH Connector Removal: Remove LATCH connectors from storage. Place the Base in the rear-facing position in a forward-facing vehicle seat. The child must face the rear.

15.3.4) Connect LATCH: Locate vehicle LATCH anchors. Snap the LATCH connectors onto the steel rod. Listen for a click and check attachment by pulling outward.

Diagram Description (Fig. 48-1, 48-2, 48-3): Fig. 48-1 shows LATCH connector storage. Fig. 48-2 shows Seat Back and Seat Bottom with LATCH anchors. Fig. 48-3 shows snapping connectors onto anchors.

15.3.5) Tighten LATCH Webbing: Push down hard on the Base while pulling upward on webbing ends to tighten. Webbing will lock automatically. Ensure no slack.

Diagram Description (Fig. 49-1, 49-2): Illustrate tightening the LATCH webbing.

15.3.6) Seat to Base Latching: Ensure nothing obstructs the base. Place the Safety Seat onto the Base and push down until it latches securely. Pull upward to check latching. If it does not latch securely, it will not provide protection. Call Baby Trend.

Diagram Description (Fig. 28-1): (Repeated) Shows detaching the seat from the base.

15.3.7) Base Removal: Squeeze the webbing release button on the LATCH connector to loosen webbing. Press the LATCH hook release button on each connector to release from the anchor.

Diagram Description (Fig. 49-3a, 49-3b): Fig. 49-3a shows the release button. Fig. 49-3b shows pressing the hook release button.

15.4) Setting Proper Recline of the Safety Seat / Base

Proper recline is crucial for child safety. The Safety Seat has a Seat Angle Indicator on the lower portion of the shell (child's left side) to assist in achieving the correct recline angle.

WARNING: Improper recline increases the risk of death or serious injury. Too upright can cause breathing problems; too reclined can cause injury in a crash. Follow instructions carefully.

Diagram Description (Fig. 50-1): Shows the Seat Angle Indicator and notes to use weight range as appropriate per the warning label.

15.4.1) Safety Seat with Base: Park on level ground. Lock seat onto base. Check side-to-side level. Check the Seat Angle Indicator: NO red indicates proper recline. ANY red means too upright or too reclined. If too upright, extend the foot until no red shows. To extend the foot, pull the handhold downward. To retract, press the lock button and push upward. Be careful not to pinch fingers. Check the level indicator. If the adjuster doesn't provide enough recline, place a rolled towel or noodle under the base at the foot end.

Diagram Description (Fig. 51-1, 51-2, 51-3, 52-1): Fig. 51-1 shows checking side-to-side level. Fig. 51-2 shows extending the foot. Fig. 51-3 shows the Foot Adjustment Lock Button. Fig. 52-1 shows placing a towel under the base.

15.4.2) Safety Seat without Base: Check side-to-side level. Check the Seat Angle Indicator: NO red is proper. ANY red means too upright or too reclined. If too reclined, adjust as shown in Fig. 52-2 until NO red shows. If too upright, place a rolled towel or noodle under the foot end until NO red shows (Fig. 52-3). Re-tighten the vehicle seat belt.

Diagram Description (Fig. 52-2, 52-3): Fig. 52-2 shows adjusting the seat for recline. Fig. 52-3 shows placing a towel under the foot end for upright adjustment.

Final Safety Checks & Maintenance

Final Safety Checks

1. Check that the harness is properly fitted and tight.
2. Perform a firm push/pull test on the seat head end to ensure the vehicle seat belt does not loosen and the seat is tightly installed. If it loosens or moves easily, re-evaluate location and installation steps. Do not use if the seat does not remain tightly installed.
3. Place the handle in mid-storage or non-rocking position after installing in the vehicle.

Using the Safety Seat in an Airplane

The Safety Seat can be used without the Base in an airplane, in a forward-facing seat only. Check airline policies in advance. Ask flight attendants for assistance. Follow installation and final safety check instructions.

Using Your Baby Trend Safety Seat with a Baby Trend Stroller

Refer to the stroller owner's manual for compatibility information.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Hard Surfaces: Clean plastic and metal parts with mild soap and water. Do not use bleach. Dry with a clean towel.

Harness Straps: Spot clean with mild soap and water. Do not launder, as they may become damaged. Order replacement straps from Baby Trend customer service.

Seat Pad: Do not use lubricants on any components. Wash the seat pad as follows: Remove harness shoulder straps. For 5-point harness, unthread straps from harness-tie and buckle tongues. For adjustable back seats, remove headrest and seat fabric. For fixed back seats, remove seat fabric. Do not use the Safety Seat without the seat pad. Reinstall when dry, ensuring straps are at the correct height.

Customer Support

If You Need Help or Replacement Parts

Please call Customer Service at (800) 328-7363, Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Pacific Standard Time. Or visit online at www.babytrend.com.