Installing the Doona Base.
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1. WY 4 COA INSTALLING THiS 26 A WARNING DO NOT use the blue lock offs to lock the vehicle seat belt straps when installing the Doona Base with a lap belt Ensure proper installation of the Doona Base Ensure that the seat belt strap is tight and the base is secured The base is secured when it moves less than 1 inch 2 5 cm side to side or back to front e The base is leveled when the white V markers on the recline level indicators 9 on both sides are completely within D gt Foy the green area O gt gt 7 6 Uninstalling the Base Uninstalling the base when installed with a LATCH connection Step 1 release the LATCH connectors 8 from the LATCH anchor points in the vehicle a Step 2 Press and hold the red LATCH connector release buttons 7 and pull them off b Step 3 Store the LATCH connectors by pushing them into their storage slots in the base until they click into place c Uninstalling the base when installed with a Lap Shoulder or Lap belt connection Step 1 open the belt lock offs 4 in case of lap shoulder connection only to release the vehicle belt d Step 2 Unbuckle the vehicle belt e and pull it through and out of the vehicle belt guides f THE NEXT GENERATION CAR SEAT DOONA BASE 28 08 Installing the Doona Infant Car Seat with a Base A WARNING The Doona Base must be secured in the vehicle before installing the Doona Infant Car Seatin2. Never leave your child unattended NEVER use on a passenger seat with an active frontal airbag tis recommended to cover up the Doona Base when the car is parked in the sun as plastic and metal parts may become extremely hot SAFETY WARNINGS 02 Certifications The Doona Base conforms to all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards This Restraint is certified for Use in Motor Vehicles The Doona Base has been designed tested and certified according to US safety standards and regulations THE NEXT GENERATION CAR SEAT DOONA BASE 03 Registration 8 Recall Child restraints could be recalled for safety reasons You must register this product in order to allow the manufacturer to reach you in case of a recall Fill in the attached Registration Card with your name address the product s serial number and manufacturing date and mail it to HAPPY KIDZ LLC 168 East Main Street Prospect Park NJ 07508 Or call Customer Service at 862 240 1755 Or register this product on line at www simpleparenting co register For recall information call the US Government s Vehicle Safety Hotline 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 or go to www NHTSA gov Also check the Simple Parenting website at www simpleparenting co USE REQUIREMENTS 04 Use Reguiremenis The Doona Base has been tested and certified in combination with the Doona Infant Car Seat e Use the Doona Base only with the Doo
3. Doona Base User Guide Group 0 4 35 Ibs 1 8 15 8 kg Language English are A KEEP THIS USER GUIDE in its storage position at the back of the product Table of contenis O1 Safety WaMingS 10tivoti suis ktskeaiat avata aatal k nd kaka 7 02 Cerileaons i 14i5ii dei kakiiidkuhvsa dla iesaka heat th kka de mea iva kaak 8 03 Registration 8 Recall eetenneoenereer 9 04 Use Requirements aici isis bi cscteccsecsscenccaciscevicasicvteacevieseccneaetevies 10 05 Product Overview i vevisssiastancasans coriateriescaiessenivitn tives 11 06 Use in the Vehicle 6 1 Vehicle Compatibility 6 2 Vehicle SEATING POSIHONS 4 wisisesissassiesiaiaia isinai 13 6 3 Incompatible Vehicle Seat Belts sreorenoee 15 07 Installing the Doona Base mtmeemtae 16 7 1 Recline Angle and Leveling imisnonnonnoonnenneenorneonree 16 72 LATCH CONNECCION cscs s emi kt vadavn v tuvi anaiai v de 17 733 LATE ASTANAMONE penneres NEEE 16 7 4 Lap Shoulder Belt Installation tetesenenneeneneee 18 Zo koest illa el kehi Si 21 7G Uninstalling TNE BAs Ehnen 26 THE NEXT GENERATION CAR SEAT DOONA BASE 08 Installing the Doona Infant Car Seat with a Base 26 09 Removing the Doona Infant Car Seat tomithe DOONG B sse reiissi enini 28 10 CarelASmMUEHONS econok isein 32 11 1
4. e The base is leveled when the white PS markers on the recline level indicators V C 9 on both sides are completely PP 24551 within the green area O THE NEXT GENERATION CAR SEAT DOONA BASE 21 7 4 Lap Shoulder Belt Installation A WARNING e The Doona Base must be secured in the vehicle before e Before using the Doona Base in the vehicle you must first e Ensure that the base is not raised from the front edge of The Doona Base can be installed in the vehicle either Before installing the Doona Base in the vehicle ensure that the vehicle seat belts are compatible installing the Doona Infant Car Seat in it adjust its level The base s level can be adjusted only as described in this user guide the vehicle seat In the event of an accident it might disrupt the correct functioning of the base with the LATCH system or with the vehicle s belt DO NOT attempt to install the Doona Base using both the LATCH system and the vehicle s belt as it is not approved and it might disrupt the correct functioning of the Doona Infant Car Seat and the Doona Base When installing the Doona Base with a lap Shoulder belt ensure LATCH connectors are always stored in their storage slots in the base INSTALLING THE DOONA BASE 22 Step 1 Place the Doona Base in the desired location on the vehicle seat Step 2 Pull the vehicle s Lap Shoulder belt Ensure it is not twisted Step 3 Route the vehic
5. it e Before you install the Doona Infant Car Seat in the Doona Base make sure it is in car seat mode and the handle is in its upright position IMPORTANT For further information on the Doona Infant Car Seat use modes changing between use modes and adjusting the rotation angle of the handle please refer to the Doona Infant Car Seat user guide Step 1 When the Doona Infant Car Seat is in car seat mode wheels are folded and the handle is in its vertical position place the Doona Infant Car Seat facing the back of the vehicle opposite the direction of driving a Step 2 Align the Doona Infant Car Seat above the base anchor points and slide it down until a click is heard and it is locked in place b Step 3 Shake the handle to ensure that the Doona Infant Car Seat is properly secured c THE NEXT GENERATION CAR SEAT DOONA BASE 29 Step 4 Check the base release button it should turn from red to green once the Doona Infant Car Seat is successfully locked in the base d Step 5 Rotate the handle toward the back seat of the car for anti rebound protection e e gt 9 ESNE Position A Position B INSTALLING THE DOONA INFANT CAR SEAT WITH A BASE 30 07 Removing the Doona Infant Car Seat from the Doona Base Note For further information on the Doona Infant Car Seat use modes changing between use modes and adjusting the rotation angle of the handle please refer to the Do
6. the LATCH system or with the vehicle s belt LATCH stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children these anchors are specifically designed for car seats installation Since 2002 LATCH connectors are required by law in the USA for all vehicles Check your vehicle manual to ensure that the vehicle is equipped with LATCH anchor points o release the LATCH connector 8 rom its storage slot in the Doona 1 Press Base or from the LATCH anchor points in the vehicle press and hold he red LATCH connector release lt 2 Pull out button 7 and pull it out o store the LATCH connectors 8 push them into the storage slots in he base until they click into place gt gt click A WARNING LATCH connectors should always be stored in their storage slots in the base when not in use INSTALLING THE DOONA BASE 7 3 LATCH Installation A WARNING e The Doona Base must be properly secured in the vehicle before installing the Doona Infant Car Seat on it e Before using the Doona Base in the vehicle you must first adjust its level The base s level can be adjusted only as described in this user guide e Ensure that the Doona Base is not raised from the front edge of the vehicle seat In the event of an accident it might disrupt the correct functioning of the base e The Doona Base can be installed in the vehicle either with the LATCH system or with the vehicle s belt DO NOT attempt to install t
7. Wo Year WOITOMY ss cssiccsvssescestccssesesvccstacssvsassecausceancans onneseane 34 12 Wartanhy COI ss i sscsids cccsteca caves cestecasanesd casteustreessacestspeaaea sitka 36 TABLE OF CONTENTS Congratulations for choosing Simple Parenting s Doona Infant Car Seat and Doona Base for your child s safety In order to protect your child the Doona Infant Car Seat must always be used and installed as described in this user guide IMPORTANT Keep instructions for future use Read carefully before use Your child s safety may be affected if you do not follow these instruc tions and the instructions provided on the car seat and the base Keep this user guide in the compartment located at the bottom of the Doona Base THE NEXT GENERATION CAR SEAT DOONA BASE 01 Safety Warnings A WARNING Read all instructions in this user guide and the instructions in your vehicle manual before installing the Doona Base Do not make any alterations or additions to the Doona Base Only the manufacturer is permitted to make modifications to the Doona Base In case of a car accident violent stresses may occur If the product is involved in a car accident we recommend to stop using the product Do not use this product if any components are broken or missing Do not leave loose objects e g books bags etc in the back of a vehicle In the event of a sudden stop loose objects will keep moving potentially causing serious injuries
8. a Base must be secured in the vehicle before installing the Doona Infant Car Seat on it e Before using the Doona Base in the vehicle you must first adjust its level The base s level can be adjusted only as described in this user guide e Ensure that the base is not raised from the front edge of the vehicle seat In the event of an accident it might disrupt the correct functioning of the base e The Doona Base can be installed in the vehicle either with the LATCH system or with the vehicle s belt DO NOT attempt to install the Doona Base using both the LATCH system and the vehicle s belt it is not approved and might disrupt the correct functioning of the Doona Infant Car Seat and the Doona Base e When installing the Doona Base with a lap belt ensure LATCH connectors are always stored in their storage slots in the base THE NEXT GENERATION CAR SEAT DOONA BASE 25 Step 1 Place the Doona Base in the desired location on the vehicle seat Step 2 Lock BOTH belt lock offs 4 on both sides of the Doona Base a The lock offs are NOT in use when installing Doona Base with a lap belt Step 3 Pull the vehicle s lap belt Ensure it is not twisted Step 4 Route the vehicle seat belt under and through the first vehicle belt guide 3 and through the second vehicle belt guide 3 6 Step 5 Engage the vehicle seat belt buckle tongue in the vehicle seat buckle c Step 6 Tighten the lap belt d a b
9. anty is valid only with Simple parenting s replacement components for this product Simple Parenting reserve the option to provide repair or replacement components for this product The warranty does not apply in the following cases THE NEXT GENERATION CAR SEAT DOONA BASE 35 The product shows normal signs of wear and tear e Damage occurred as a result of exposing the product to excessive stress Damage occurred as a result of inappropriate or improper use e The product has been used for a purpose other than that specified in this user manual Damage occurred as a result of use of aftermarket accessories In the event of a warranty claim please contact your local distributor Customer Service Tel 862 240 1755 E mail doona happykidssmartparents com TWO YEAR WARRANTY 36 12 Warranty card Warranty card Name Address Zip code City Town State Telephone no including area code E mail address Product serial number Retailer store where purchased Receipt number THE NEXT GENERATION CAR SEAT DOONA BASE Mi simpleparenting co info simpleparenting co
10. ation method than the one described in this user guide 6 2 Vehicle Seating Positions A WARNING e Secure your child in an infant car seat for every journey e NEVER install the Doona Infant Car Seat with or without the Doona Base on a rear facing vehicle seat or on a side facing vehicle seat USE IN THE VEHICLE vV Forward facing yes OQ Seat with active frontal airbag no V Seat with lap shoulder belt yes V Seat with lap belt only yes S Rear facing seat no O Side facing seats no 4 NEVER place a rear facing child restraint in the front seat of a vehicle with an active frontal air bag An airbag hitting the child restraint can cause serious injuries to your child possibly resulting in death For vehicle seats with side airbags please observe the instructions in your vehicle manual THE NEXT GENERATION CAR SEAT DOONA BASE 6 3 Incompatible Vehicle Seat Belts A WARNING NEVER install the Doona Infant Car Seat with the Doona Base in a vehicle with the following types of vehicle belts Check your vehicle manual for information about the vehicle s seat belt type 1 Vehicle belts that are attached to the doorin any way or that move along a track automatically to restrain the passenger when the door is closed 2 A lap belt with a motorized shoulder belt 3 Lap belts with an Emergency Locking Retractor ELR These lap belts stay loose and can move unt
11. he Doona Base using both the LATCH system and the vehicle s belt as it is not approved and it might disrupt the correct functioning of the Doona Infant Car Seat and the Doona Base The Doona Base can be installed with the LATCH system only in vehicles equipped with LATCH anchor points Before attempting to install the Doona Base in the vehicle using the LATCH system ensure that the LAS vehicle is equipped with LATCH anchor points THE NEXT GENERATION CAR SEAT DOONA BASE Step 1 Release the LATCH connectors 8 from their storage slots in the Doona Base press and hold the red LATCH connector release buttons 7 and pull the LATCH connectors out a Step 2 Lengthen the LATCH adjuster strap 5 press and hold the LATCH adjuster strap release button 6 then pull the strap b Step 3 Place the Doona Base in the desired location on the vehicle seat Insert the base s LATCH connectors into the vehicle s LATCH anchor points then press them until you hear a click sound c Step 4 Tighten the LATCH adjuster strap 5 while pressing the Doona Base down into the seat and pulling the LATCH adjuster straps up d a b 1 Press X lt 2 Pull out INSTALLING THE DOONA BASE 20 Ensure proper installation of the Doona Base e Ensure that the LATCH straps are tight and the base is secure The base is secure when it moves less than 1 inch 2 5 cm side to side or back to front
12. il locking in a crash or sudden stop 4 Inflatable seat belts or seat belt airbags 5 Lap belts forward of the seat crease or bight 6 Combination Lap shoulder belt with two ELRs Lap shoulder belts that have a separate non locking retractor each for the lap section and the shoulder section gt gt a 1 2D SA D D C A jJ 18 5 6 J J Le USE IN THE VEHICLE 07 Installing the Doona Base 7 1 Recline Angle and Leveling e Before you install the Doona Base park the car on a level surface To adjust the level of the base use the recliner knob 2 e For leveling the Doona Base turn the recliner knob 2 clockwise or counterclockwise as needed a e The base is leveled when the white markers on the recline level indicators 9 on both sides are completely within the green area b e If you cannot level the base properly please follow these steps Try installing the Doona Base on a different seat OR Place a rolled soft object e g towel or pool noodle in the vehicle seat bight and place the base on the rolled soft object to level the base c IMPORTANT If a rolled soft object is required ensure that the recliner knob 2 on the base remains on its lowest position turned all the way clockwise THE NEXT GENERATION CAR SEAT DOONA BASE 7 2 LATCH Connectors The Doona Base can be installed in the vehicle either with
13. le seat belt under and through the first vehicle belt guide 3 then through the second vehicle belt guide 3 a Step 4 Engage the vehicle seat belt buckle tongue in the vehicle seat buckle b Step 5 Tighten the lap belt section by pulling up the shoulder section of the vehicle seat belt c Step 6 Once the vehicle seat belt has been tightened lock the blue lock off clip to prevent the shoulder sliding d Make sure to only use the lock off placed opposite from the side where the vehicle belt is engaged into the vehicle seat buckle Note The blue lock off will not make a click sound when locked A WARNING DO NOT lock both of the blue lock offs onto the vehicle seat belt THE NEXT GENERATION CAR SEAT DOONA BASE 23 Ensure proper installation of the Doona Base Ensure that the seat belt strap is tight and the base is secured The base is secured when it moves less than 1 inch 2 5 cm side to side or back to front e The base is leveled when the white V D gt markers on the recline level indicators 9 on both sides are completely O within the green area gt gt INSTALLING THE DOONA BASE 24 7 5 Lap Belt Installation A WARNING e Before installing the Doona Base in the vehicle ensure that the vehicle seat belts are compatible see chapter 6 3 e For lap belt installation check your vehicle manual for information on how to lock your vehicle seat belt system e The Doon
14. na Infant Car Seat e For Rear Facing use only e For use with children weighing 4 35 Ibs 1 8 15 8 kg THE NEXT GENERATION CAR SEAT DOONA BASE 05 Product Overview 1 Base anchor points 7 LATCH connector release 2 Recliner knob PUNG 3 Vehicle belt guides S LAICH Sener Belt lockoffs 9 Recline level indicator 5 LATCH adjuster strap 10 Base release button 6 LATCH adjuster strap release button PRODUCT OVERVIEW 06 Use in the Vehicle 6 1 Vehicle Compatibility A WARNING 9 3 e NEVER place a rear facing child restraint in the front seat of a vehicle with an active frontal air bag An airbag hitting the child restraint can cause serious injuries to your child possibly resulting in death For vehicle seats with side airbags please observe the instructions in your vehicle manual A WARNING Read alll instructions in this user guide and the child restraint installation instructions in your vehicle manual before using the Doona Base Incorrect installation can cause DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY THE NEXT GENERATION CAR SEAT DOONA BASE e NEVER allow others to use or install the Doona Base before they have read alll instructions in this user guide and the child restraint installation instructions in your vehicle manual e The Doona Base may only be Ga gt used on forward facing seats either on the passenger seat or on the back seats e NEVER use a different install
15. ona Infant Car Seat user guide Step 1 Rotate the Doona Infant Car Seat handle to its vertical position a Step 2 Press and hold the base release button 10 with the one hand and slightly tilt the Doona Infant Car Seat toward your body until it is released from the base anchor points 1 b then lift the Doona Infant Car Seat up and remove it from the car Cc Step 3 Unfold the Doona Infant Car Seat wheels d rotate and extend the handle to stroller mode e and you are ready to go THE NEXT GENERATION CAR SEAT DOONA BASE 31 SG REMOVING THE DOONA INFANT CAR SEAT FROM THE DOONA BASE 32 10 Care Instructions A WARNING e In an accident at a collision speed above 6 mph 10 km h the Doona Base and or the Doona Car Seat could suffer damage which is not necessarily visible e Simple Parenting recommends using NHTSA s re use after crash guidelines e Regularly check all important parts for damage Ensure the correct operation of all mechanical components e Should the Doona Base be damaged e g after dropping it it must be inspected e Never use spare parts or accessories other than those supplied or approved by the manufacturer The Doona Base is compatible only with the Doona Infant Car Seat Cleaning It is recommended to clean the Doona Base periodically in order to keep it properly functioning Always remove the Doona Infant Car Seat before cleaning the D
16. oona Base It is also recommended to remove the Doona Base from the car in order to clean it properly THE NEXT GENERATION CAR SEAT DOONA BASE 33 Use only a sponge to clean orrinse using warm water soap and a rag DO NOT use any solvents or lubrication Using anything other than soapy water can cause the moving parts to malfunction Replacement Parts Replacement parts are available for the Doona Base To order replacement parts contact your local distributor s customer service HAPPY KIDZ LLC Tel 862 240 1755 E mail doona happykidssmartparents com Please have the restraint model and serial numbers available to expedite service CARE INSTRUCTIONS 34 11 Two Year Warranty We guarantee that the Doona Base was manufactured in accordance with the US safety standards and regulations and it meets the highest standards of quality For the Doona Base we provide a 2 year warranty against manufacturing or material defects The warranty period is effective from the day of purchase As proof of purchase we ask that you fill out the Warranty Card and retain it for the whole term of the warranty period together with your sales receipt In case of a warranty claim the Warranty Card must be returned together with the product to your local distributor Please also register your Doona Base online at www simpleparenting co register The Warranty will cover a Doona Base which has been handled properly The warr
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