Ergobaby Omni Classic Baby Carrier Instruction Manual

Getting Started

Follow these simple steps to get started:

1. Adjusting the Seat:
   • 1A. Adjust the Omni seat to your baby’s height using the velcro tabs.
   • 1B. Position the head and neck support according to baby’s age and activity.
   • 1C. For OMNI Cotton: Adjust the seat to face baby in or out using the buttons. For OMNI Mesh: Adjust the seat to face baby in or out using the sliders.
   • 1D. Squeeze & lift to unbuckle the shoulder straps if needed.
2. Baby Positioning Checklist and Tips:
   • 2A. Baby close enough to kiss, high on your body.
   • 2B. Ergonomic “M” shape position with thighs supported.
   • 2C. Spine in “C” shape.
   • 2D. Head supported at mid-ear level for babies 0-4 months and until baby has strong head and neck control.
   • 2E. Open airway & visible face at all times.

Carrier Parts Identification

Refer to the diagrams for identification of the following parts:

• Hood: Snap buttons for the hood.
• Head & Neck Support: Buttons for head and neck support adjustment.
• Pocket: Detachable pouch.
• Waistbelt Buckle: Buckle for the lumbar support waistbelt.
• Safety Elastic: Elastic strap for safety.
• Lumbar Support Waistbelt: Waistbelt with lumbar support.
• Chest Strap Buckle: Buckle connecting the shoulder straps.
• Crossable Shoulder Strap: Shoulder strap that can be crossed.
• Head & Neck Support: Support for the baby's head and neck.
• Shoulder Strap Buckle: Buckle for the shoulder strap.
• Safety Elastic: Elastic strap for safety.
• Buttons for Seat Adjustment (face in or out): Buttons to adjust the seat position.
• Sliders for Seat Adjustment (face in or out): Sliders to adjust the seat position.
• Velcro Tab for Seat Adjustment to Baby's Size: Velcro tab to adjust the seat width.

Carrying Positions

The Ergobaby Omni Classic can be used in various positions:

• Front Inward-Facing Carry:
• With Crisscross (“X”) Straps
• With Parallel (“H”) Straps
• Front Outward-Facing Carry:
• With Crisscross (“X”) Straps
• With Parallel (“H”) Straps
• Hip Carry
• Back Carry

Weight and Age Guidelines

• Front Inward-Facing: Min. 3.2 kg & Min. 50.8 cm (approx. 0-4 months) to Max 20.4 kg (approx. 5 Months)
• Front Outward-Facing: Min. 6.4 kg (approx. 5 Months) to Max ~13.6 kg (approx. 6 Months)
• Hip Carry: Min. 7.8 kg (approx. 6 Months) to Max 20.4 kg
• Back Carry: Min. 7.8 kg (approx. 6 Months) to Max 20.4 kg

Important Safety Warnings

WARNING: FALL AND SUFFOCATION HAZARD

• Fall Hazard: Babies can fall through a wide leg opening or out of the carrier. Adjust leg openings snugly, ensure all fasteners are secure, never bend at the waist (bend at knees), and only use for babies between 3.2 kg and 20.4 kg.
• Suffocation Hazard: Babies under 4 months can suffocate if their face is pressed tight against your body. Do not strap baby too tight, allow room for head movement, keep baby’s face free from obstructions, do not let baby sleep in the front outward-facing carry, and reposition after nursing.

General Warnings:

• Baby must face towards you until they can hold their head upright.
• Only use outward-facing carry when baby has strong head and neck control.
• Ensure baby is securely positioned to prevent falling.
• Constantly monitor your child, ensuring mouth and nose are unobstructed.
• Consult a health professional for premature, low birthweight, or medically compromised babies.
• Ensure baby’s chin is not resting on their chest to avoid restricted breathing.
• Be aware that your balance may be affected by movement.
• Take care when bending or leaning.
• This carrier is not suitable for sporting activities.

Precautions for Use:

• Read all instructions before use.
• Never leave baby unattended.
• Keep carrier away from children when not in use.
• For smaller babies or adults with long torsos, wear the waistbelt higher for kissable head positioning.
• Premature infants, infants with respiratory problems, and infants under 4 months are at greatest risk of suffocation.
• Ensure proper placement of baby, including leg placement.
• Baby’s head should be supported until strong head and neck control is demonstrated.
• Check all buckles, snaps, straps, and adjustments are secure before each use.
• Never use while cooking or cleaning with heat sources or chemicals.
• Never use if balance or mobility is impaired.
• Regularly check baby’s position for proper seating, centering, leg spread, and head upright.
• Take extra care when carrying baby on your back.
• Practice placing baby in the carrier over a soft surface with assistance.
• Wear and remove the carrier near a safe receiving surface for baby.
• Ensure at least two fingers width clearance before baby’s chin in the facing-out position.
• Regularly check baby’s arms, legs, and feet to ensure they are not constricted.
• Be aware of increased risk of falling as baby becomes more active.
• Never use more than one carrier at a time.
• Remove baby before changing carrier position.
• Regularly inspect the carrier for wear and damage. Check for ripped seams, torn straps or fabrics, and damaged fasteners before each use. Never use if fabric, fastener, or buckle is damaged.
• Only carry one child at a time.
• Never wear while driving or as a passenger in a vehicle.
• Be careful when drinking hot beverages to avoid spills on baby.
• Never unbuckle the waistbelt while the baby is in the carrier.
• Fasten buckles properly when not in use.
• Choose appropriate clothing materials for the child.
• Check baby’s temperature by touching their body.
• This carrier is intended for use by healthy adults only. Discontinue use and consult a professional if shoulder, back, or neck problems develop.
• Age references are general guidelines; each baby develops differently. Check that your baby meets specific requirements.

Washing Instructions

See product care label for washing instructions (care varies per product material).

Contact and Warranty Information

For additional assistance, contact an Ergobaby customer service representative. For instructional videos and additional tips, visit www.ergobaby.com.

Disclaimer: Ergobaby™ uses high-quality, safe dyes. Colors may fade with washing. Ergobaby is not responsible for faded colors due to laundering.

For warranty information, please visit Ergobaby.com. Ergo Baby Carrier, Inc. warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship. Proof of purchase is required.

Contact Ergobaby Customer Service:

• US: support@ergobaby.com, or +1 888 416 4888
• EU: customersupport@ergobaby.eu or +49 40 421 065 0
• UK: customersupport@ergobaby.co.uk or +44 203 3186 204

Warranty does not cover damage from misuse or use not in accordance with instructions. Warranty does not cover carriers modified from original construction. Additional warranty rights may exist in the purchaser’s jurisdiction.