Britax Vigour 4+ - It's a Baby

Britax Vigour 4+User Guide

IMPORTANT!Read these instructions carefully before use and keep them for further reference.Your child’s safety may be affected if you do not follow these instructions.Please read this User Guide carefully BEFORE trying to use your strollerWARNING – A CHILD’S SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITYLooking after your strollerThe stroller and its cover have been carefullydesigned, manufactured and tested to highsafety standards.Regularly inspect and maintain your stroller toensure freedom of movement of the lockingdevices and security of components. Toprolong the life of your stroller, keep it cleanand do not leave it in direct sunlightfor extended periods of time.Helpful hintsRegularly clean and inspect your stroller.To ensure trouble free operation lubricatemoving parts and joints with a silicon basedspray. If the wheels squeak use a siliconbased spray or light lubricating oil ensuring itpenetrates the wheel and axle assembly.Regularly clean and lubricate the front swiveland wheel units as dirty or dry units can havean adverse effect on manoeuvrabilityand steering.When using the stroller on the beach, clean itcompletely afterwards to remove all the sandand salt from the mechanisms and wheelassemblies.This stroller is not waterproof and is suppliedwith a rain cover. Under certain climateconditions the covers and trims may beaffected by mould and mildew. To helpprevent this occurring, do not fold or store thisstroller if it is wet or damp and always use therain cover when necessary. Always store in awell ventilated area.Cleaning the coverThe hood, seat covers and trims may becleaned using warm water with householdsoap or mild detergent. Allow it to dry fully,away from direct sunlight.DO NOT dry clean or use bleach or any otheraggressive cleaning agents.To maintain the safety of your stroller, seekprompt repairs for bent, torn or brokenparts. Use only those parts and accessoriesapproved by Britax. Replacement parts andaccessories are available from your Britaxstockist or contact Britax Customer ServiceDepartment on 01264 386034. This productis not intended for commercial use.GuaranteePlease be aware that faults caused by failingto follow the maintenance advice above arenot covered by the product’s warranty.All Britax products are carefully designed,manufactured and tested. However, shouldthis product prove faulty within six months ofpurchase due to a materials or manufacturingfault please return it to the original place ofpurchase. We will then, at our discretion,repair it free of charge.For guarantee purposes proof of purchasewill be required. We recommend that youretain your receipt and attach it to this userguide. They should be kept in a safe place.Britax does not accept liability for damagearising from abuse, misuse or negligence.This guarantee is not transferable andtherefore does not apply to second-handproducts.Your statutory rights are not affected bythis guarantee.Register your stroller on-line nowIt’s quick and easy, and we can update youwith news, advice and safety information.Visit www.britax.eu/registrationCarry Cot + (V Type) also available.WARNING – Ensure that all locking devicesare engaged before use.WARNING – Check that the seat unitattachment devices are correctly engagedbefore use.WARNING – Children must be harnessed at alltimes.WARNING – Overloading, incorrect foldingand the use of non-approved accessoriesmay damage or break this stroller and make itunstable for use.WARNING – Regularly inspect the stroller toensure all parts are in full working order.WARNING – Any load attached to the handleaffects the stability of the pushchair.WARNING – This seat unit is not suitable forchildren under 6 months.WARNING – Always use the crotch strap incombination with the waist belt.WARNING – This product is not suitable forrunning or skating.WARNING – It may be dangerous to leave yourchild unattended.DO NOT leave or place your child in a positionwhere they are exposed to the sun. The canopyor hood on this product will not give your childtotal protection from the harmful rays of the sun.DO NOT allow the stroller to remain wet forprolonged periods of time. If it does get wet,allow to dry unfolded at room temperature.DO NOT place more that 4kg in the basket, or1kg in the canopy pocket (if supplied).DO NOT allow children to play with or adjustthe stroller.DO NOT carry more than one child on thisstroller.DO NOT lift the stroller by the bumper bar –it may disengage.DO NOT use accessories that are not approvedby Britax Excelsior Limited.DO NOT use a PVC rain cover indoors, in a hotatmosphere or near a direct heat source - yourchild might overheat.DO support the back of the stroller seat whenreclining it.DO if using an alternative harness, pleaseensure it conforms to an appropriate safetystandard i.e. BS6684. ‘D’ ring attachments arefound on each side of the stroller.DO read the cleaning instructions for the cover.DO ensure children are clear of moving partsand locking devices while making adjustments.DO periodically check that any screws, nuts,bolts and other fastenings are fully tightened.DO store the stroller in a safe place when notin use. Avoid placing heavy objects on top of itand do not store near direct heat sources, e.g.radiators, open bar fires or in direct sun light asthe cover may fade.ALWAYS remove the child from the strollerbefore going up or down stairs or escalators.This stroller is designed and manufactured tocomply to EN1888: 2005.Britax Excelsior Limited1 Churchill Way WestAndoverHampshire SP10 3UWUnited KingdomA Britax Childcare companyCustomer Service Helpline: 01264 386034Email: helpline@uk.britaxeurope.comSwitchboard: +44 (0) 1264 333343Fax: +44 (0) 1264 334146www.britax.euIntroducing your new strollerHandleHoodRelease latchShoulder straps‘D’ ring attachment foruse with alternativeharnessesconformingto BS 6684.Bumper barBuckle (undercomfort pad)Seat unit (V Type)Adjustable calf supportUKUser GuideStoragelatchShoppingbasketSwivel wheel lockFront swivel wheelsAdjustablehandle buttonsHood hingeBackrestadjuster leverPocketSeat locking latchChassis SocketBrake leverStorage pocketsLockingbuttonRear wheelsAZ0-042Rain cover in bag

1 Assembling your chassis1a 1b 1c 1d1eRelease the storage latch (dia 1a).Hold the handle and lift upwards untilthe chassis is fully extended and clicksinto position (dia 1b).Push the front swivel wheel assemblyfully into the front leg (dia 1c). Checkthe wheel is correctly fitted by trying topull it out. Repeat this process for bothswivel wheels.Push the rear wheel assembly into therear wheel axle (dia 1d). Check thewheel is correctly fitted by trying topull it out. Repeat this process for bothwheels.Adjust the handle to a comfortableheight by simultaneously pressing thebuttons on the inside of the handle –on both sides (dia 1e).Check the chassis is ready for use bypressing down on the handle – thechassis should not collapse.WARNING – Ensure that all lockingdevices are engaged before use.2 Attaching your seat unit and using your stroller(this vehicle is intended for children from 6 months and up to 15kgs) IMPORTANT - A V-Type seat unit must be used with this V-Type chassis2a2b2c2dB2eBAAHANDY HINT - You may find it helpfulto apply the brake when fitting the seatunit.Push down on the brake lever to lockthe brakes A . To release the brake liftbrake lever B (dia 2a).IMPORTANT – Always apply thebrakes when you park the stroller.2fIMPORTANT – Always removeyour child from the seat unit prior toinstallation, removal or change of seatdirection. The seat unit can be installedforward or rearward facing.To install the seat unit, insert theseat locking latches into both chassissockets (dia 2b).2gPush down on the seat until you hear anaudible ‘click’ (dia 2c).WARNING – Check that the seatunit attachment devices are correctlyengaged before use by lifting the seat.2hTo unlock the swivel wheels, push thelock up on each front wheel B . To lockalign wheels to rear of front leg andpush lock down A (dia 2d).2iTo attach the bumper bar (dia 2e),remove the hood (if fitted). Align thebumper bar mouldings with the fixingsthen slide both bumper bar mouldingsonto the seat unit until fully engaged.To remove the bumper bar, remove thehood (if fitted) then slide both bumperbar mouldings off the seat unit fixings.WARNING! DO NOT lift the strollerby the bumper bar or hood. It maydisengage or damage your product.CDD A BDTo fit the hood align with the fixings onthe bumper bar and slide down (dia 2f)until fully engaged.The hood can be fitted without thebumper bar by aligning with the fixingson the seat unit and sliding down untilfully engaged.To open the hood, pull the front ofthe hood forward then push the hoodhinges down on both sides (dia 2g).To remove the hood, slide the hood offthe fixings on the seat unit, or off thefixings on the bumper bar (if fitted).To adjust the backrest, squeeze thebackrest adjuster lever at the top of theseat unit, then raise or lower the seatunit to the desired position(dia 2h).IMPORTANT – Use the harness atall times.IMPORTANT – Do not lift the stroller bythe seat unit.IMPORTANT – Support the back of thepushchair seat unit when adjusting theangle.Unfasten the comfort pad to reveal thefive-point harness. A five-point harnessis provided to restrain your child (dia 2i).To secure the child in the harness, pushbuckle A and Binto buckle housingC until the buckle prongs snap intoposition. Carefully adjust the harness bypulling the slider Duntil the desired fit isachieved in the waist belt, shoulder andcrotch straps.Always adjust the harness whenchanging the seating position of the child.To release the buckle, squeeze the topand bottom prongs A .WARNING – Always use the crotch strapin combination with the waist belt.WARNING – Fasten the harness whennot in use to prevent it becoming trappedwhen folding the stroller.3 Folding your stroller3a3b3c3d3eIMPORTANT – Always removeyour child from the seat unit prior toinstallation, removal, change of seatdirection or folding.HANDY HINT - For a more compactstorage, fold the handle down. Referto (dia 1e) for instruction on operatinghandle adjustment.Stand at the rear of the chassis, pullboth release latches and twist the righthand one in the direction of the arrowmarked on the release latch (dia 3b).Push the handle down allowing thechassis to fold until it moves into thefully folded position. Ensure that thestorage latch is closed (dia 3c).HANDY HINT – The chassis may alsobe folded with the seat unit attached.For a more compact storage removethe swivel wheels by sliding the swivelwheel lock lever towards the middle ofthe stroller then pull the correspondingswivel wheel out (dia 3d).To remove the rear wheels, pushthe locking button and pull thecorresponding rear wheel out (dia 3e).