USA Instructions for use EN FIUS1301I141 WARNING: Do not install or use this child restraint until you read and understand all instructions in this manual. To avoid serious injuries to your child, follow the instructions carefully and be sure to buckle your child using the 5-point harness. Weight limits in rear-facing mode: 5-45 lbs (2.3 - 20.4 kg) Weight limits in forward-facing mode: 22-70 lbs (10 - 31.
Table of Contents Introduction Warning Safety information Safety features Registration form Your child restraint Installing your child restraint in a vehicle: • Vehicle attachment design and compatibility • Latch System • Vehicle Seatbelt • Non compatible vehicle belt designs • Tether Strap • Weight and dimension range • Proper levelling of child restraint in rear facing mode Installing your child restraint in a vehicle - Rear Facing mode: • REAR FACING mode using Latch System • REAR FACING mode using lap/s
Table of Contents Installing your child restraint in a vehicle - Forward Facing mode: • FORWARD FACING mode using Latch System • FORWARD FACING mode using lap/shoulder belt (Type II) • FORWARD FACING mode using lap belt (Type I) • Using the Tether in Forward Facing mode Installing your child restraint in an aircraft Securing your child into the child restraint • Harness use and adjustment • Crotch strap adjustment • Infant filler cushion Cleaning and maintenance How to tell if the seat has been in a crash R
Introduction Thank you for choosing a Peg Perego Primo Viaggio SIP Convertible. As with any other PegPerego product, your Convertible has been designed and certified by a dedicated team of engineers inside Peg Perego Research and Development Department. Your Convertible has been manufactured and assembled in a Peg Perego plant under certified quality procedures and using high quality materials from certified suppliers.
Warning • When using the Primo Viaggio Convertible in rear facing mode, never place it in vehicle seats equipped with an active air bag. Death or serious injuries can occur if an air bag hits the unit. Check your vehicle owner's manual for child restraint and vehicle seat compatibility. • According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions.
Warning • Primo Viaggio SIP Convertible can be secured to your vehicle by means of lower universal anchorage system (LATCH) in conjunction with a top tether, both provided with this product. Refer to the dedicated section in this manual for installation details and check your vehicle owner’s manual for further details. • When securing the child seat into the vehicle, make sure that the seat belt or LATCH stay locked and tight during normal driving.
Safety information • When placing your child in the seat, make sure that bulky jackets or covers are removed. This will ensure that the harness is used correctly. • Use only with children who weigh between 5 and 70 lbs (2.3 and 31.8 kg). • Do not leave your child unattended in the car, even for a short period. He/she could get tangled in the straps and be seriously injured or could move or tip the child restraint. • Do not leave the child restraint under direct sunlight for a prolonged time.
Safety features Primo Viaggio SIP Convertible is equipped with safety features specifically designed to protect your child in the event of a crash. In case of a severe crash, there are parts of your seat designed to bend or deform. These parts will absorb the crash energy so it is not transferred to your child. Please refer to section "How to tell if your seat has been in a crash" on page 61, for additional information.
Safety features PIVOT PINS: the base of the seat is hinged on steel pins that travel into plastic walls during a crash. REAR ROD: a steel rod in the back of the seat takes compression loads in a crash when the product is used in rearfacing mode. TETHER BAR: the tether strap that is located on the top of the seat is attached to a bar that bends during a crash.
Registration form Important! Child restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register this restraint to be reached in a recall. Send your name, address and the restraint's model number and manufacturing date to: Peg Perego U.S.A., Inc. 3625 Independence Drive Fort Wayne, IN 46808 Or call 1-800-671-1701 (toll free) Or register online at www.carseat-registration.pegperego.com For recall information, call the U.S.
Registration form Harness serial number is also indelibly printed on the buckle and the webbing and could provide useful information in case of accident or defects. See picture below for location explanation.
Your child restraint Headpad adjustment strap Newborn filler cushion EPS padded head panel Locking clip storage 5 point harness Shoulder pads Chest clip Buckle Lockoff clip Harness release button Rear facing tether strap extension Base Recline handle Latch connector Adjuster strap - 12 - Instruction manual pocket Top tether strap
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle VEHICLE ATTACHMENT AND COMPATIBILITY DESIGNS RF Primo Viaggio SIP Convertible is designed to be installed in a vehicle in Rear Facing mode (RF) or in Forward Facing mode (FF). It can be installed using: 1) Latch System 2) Vehicle Seatbelts 3) Additionally your seat is equipped with a Top Tether to be attached to a suitable Top Tether anchorage point. PegPerego always recommends use of a Top Tether to increase safety and stability of the child seat.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle 1) LATCH SYSTEM: Primo Viaggio SIP Convertible is equipped with latch connectors. They are located at each side of the child seat that attach to anchors located at the junction of the seat and backrest in your vehicle. There are two anchors for each seating position and they are spaced by about 11" (28 cm). They may be visible or slightly recessed into the vehicle uphostery and can be protected by plastic or fabric shields.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle 2) VEHICLE SEATBELTS: this child seat is designed to be installed with vehicle belts. There are many different vehicle belt designs. Unfortunately, some may be unsuitable for a safe installation of Primo Viaggio SIP Convertible. Please read carefully the pages below. Check your vehicle owner’s manual or call Peg Perego Customer Service @ 1-800-671-1701 for additional help.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle used for securing child seats. ALR mode is activated by extending the retractor all the way out until a "click" is heard, next let the seat belt (webbing) retract into the retractor to the desired length and stop the belt at that point. The retractor locks and will not let the belt lengthen at that point (only retract). To cancel ALR mode and return the retractor to the ELR mode, just let the retractor retract the webbing all the way back into the retractor.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle 2.1 Lap/shoulder belt (3-point) with Switchable Locking Retractor (ELR —> ALR) and free sliding latch plate. This type of seat belt has a latch plate that moves freely along the belt. To activate ALR for child restraint installation, some vehicle models may require to pull the belt all the way out; some other vehicle models may require to pull the belt for a certain length (check vehicle owner’s manual for details).
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle 2.2 Lap/shoulder belt (3-point) with Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) and with a locking latch plate. This type of belt can be adjusted by pulling/releasing the strap at the latch plate adjuster. Please refer to your vehicle owner’s manual for details. Note: Some locking latch plates need to have the web positioned at the correct angle for proper locking. Make sure the latch plate properly locks when installing the car seat with a locking latch plate.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle 2.3 Lap/shoulder belt (3-point) with Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) and free sliding latch plate. This type of seat belt has a latch plate that moves freely along the belt; it will only lock in an emergency (sudden stop or crash) so you must use a Locking Clip to secure this type of belt. Refer to page 33 for the proper use of a locking clip. If additional help is needed, consult with a Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST).
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle 2.4 Lap belt (2-point) with a locking latch plate. This type of belt can be adjusted by pulling/releasing the strap tail at the latch plate. Some vehicles may have seatbelts with large rigid buckles. These designs may cause the installation to be troublesome and affect stability of the child restraint during normal use. Also, it may cause slack in the belt that may result in poor performance in case of a sudden stop or crash.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle 2.5 Lap belt (2-point) with Switchable Locking Retractor (ELR --> ALR). This type of seat belt has a latch plate that is sewn to the end of the belt. To activate ALR retractor for child seats installation, some vehicle models may require to pull the belt all the way through; some other vehicle models may require to pull the belt for a certain length (check vehicle owner’s manual for details).
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle 2.7 Non compatible vehicle belt designs 2. Side facing seats NO WARNING: do not use Primo Viaggio SIP Convertible with the following vehicle belt design: 1. Lap/motorized shoulder belts. Belts mounted on the door NO 3. Rear facing seats 4. Rotating seat unless tray can be locked in forward facing direction.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle 3) TOP TETHER The top tether is an additional strap attached at the top of the Primo Viaggio SIP Convertible shell equipped with a hook and an adjuster. Peg Perego always recommends the use of the top tether. It is a device designed to increase stability in normal use and improve safety in an accident. The top tether has to be connected to a suitable tether attachment points in the vehicle.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle Common locations for top tether attachments are: the rear shelf in sedan type vehicle (a), the back of the seat backrest in minivans (b), the rear compartment in SUVs and other vehicles (c). To locate the proper points, please refer to your vehicle owner's manual.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle To use the tether, open the plastic pouch, detach the hook from its rear attachment. Press on the adjuster button in order to lengthen the strap to the required length. When not in use, keep the tether attached in the plastic pouch. A free hanging metal hook could cause injury during a crash.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle WEIGHT AND DIMENSION RANGE REAR FACING MODE • Use rear facing with children who weigh between 5 and 45 pounds (2.3 and 20.4 kg). • Use rear facing if head is at least one inch below headrest edge. • The correct shoulder position is when shoulder straps are located at or just below shoulder level, as shown in the picture. Note: The lower 7 head panel positions can be used in the rear facing mode.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle PROPER LEVELLING OF CHILD RESTRAINT IN REAR FACING MODE When properly installed according to the following sections, the child restraint used in rear facing mode should have a backrest angle of 35° - 45° from vertical. If it is not possible to reach such angle, use a pool noodle or a rolled towel to further recline the seat. Use the line drawn on the product as a reference. When the line is horizontal, the backrest angle will be at 45° with vertical.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle - Rear Facing mode REAR FACING MODE USING LATCH SYSTEM A 1. Recline the child restraint to the rearfacing position as shown in the picture. To recline the child restraint, pull the handle located below the front edge of the shell (A)as shown in detail. An audible "click" is heard when the seat is properly locked into position. Note: for easier adjustment, lift the back of the seat slightly with your free hand to remove some weight from the mechanism. 2.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle - Rear Facing mode 5. Attach the lower connectors to the lower anchors of your vehicle located at the joint line between seat and backrest. Check your vehicle owner’s manual to learn what is the best place for your child restraint. When the LATCH straps are connected to the lower anchors, an audible click will be heard.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle - Rear Facing mode IMPORTANT NOTE : Unless where specified differently, lower anchors (LATCH) may be used for a child whose weight is less than 40 lbs. However most car lower anchors can withstand much greater forces. Please, check your vehicle owner’s manual or contact the vehicle manufacturer in order to determine what the weight limit is for the use of lower anchors.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle - Rear Facing mode REAR FACING MODE USING LAP/ SHOULDER BELT (TYPE II) A 1. Recline the child restraint to the rearfacing position as shown in the picture. To recline the child restraint, pull the handle located below the front edge of the shell (A) as shown in detail. An audible "click" is heard when the seat is properly locked into position.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle - Rear Facing mode IMPORTANT: check inside the shell openings; verify that the waist position of the belt is placed as shown in the picture. 4. Buckle the vehicle belt and check under the seat that the adjuster strap is not entangled with the vehicle seat belt. 5. Push the child restraint firmly into the vehicle seat and pull the vehicle belt in order to eliminate any slack.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle - Rear Facing mode 6. The picture shows the correct belt path when the child restraint is attachd to the vehicle using a lap/shoulder belt. Make sure the child restraint is properly leveled as explained on page 27. 6 Verify that the child restraint is secure. A secure child restraint will not move more than 1 inch near the seat belt anchors.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle - Rear Facing mode REAR FACING MODE USING LAP BELT (TYPE I) A 1. Recline the child restraint to the rearfacing position as shown in the picture. To recline the seat, pull the handle located below the front edge of the shell (A) as shown in detail. An audible "click" is heard when the seat is properly locked into position. Note: for easier adjustment, lift the back of the seat slightly with your free hand to remove some weight from the mechanism. 2.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle - Rear Facing mode IMPORTANT: check inside the shell openings; verify that the belt is placed as shown in the picture.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle - Rear Facing mode 4. Buckle the vehicle belt and check that it is threaded below the adjuster strap and not entangled with it. 5. Push the seat firmly into the vehicle seat (A) and pull the vehicle belt (B) in order to tighten the seat, eliminating any slack. 6. The picture shows the correct belt path when the seat is attached to the vehicle using a lap belt .
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle - Rear Facing mode USING THE TETHER IN REAR FACING MODE Peg Perego always recommends using the rear facing tether if the vehicle has the proper anchor point. The tether can prevent excessive rotation in rear facing mode in both frontal and rear end crashes. Install the rear facing tether as follows. 1. Remove the tether hook and the tether strap. From the rear pouch (page 25).
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle - Rear Facing mode 2. Attach the rear facing strap to the vehicle front seat rail. If your vehicle has a plastic seat rail cover, you may want to remove it to gain better access to the seat rail. Wrap the strap around the rail then thread the metal plate through the loop so it points upward as shown. 3. Attach the child restraint tether hook to the plate and pull the free end of the tether strap until it is free.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle - Forward Facing mode Important! Remove newborn filler cushion in forward facing mode (see page 55). A 2 1 FORWARD FACING MODE USING LATCH SYSTEM B 1. Recline the child restraint pulling the handle located below the front edge of the shell (A) as shown in detail. This will make access to the latch storage area easier. 2. Disconnect the latch straps from the storage bar by pushing on the red button and pulling the straps at the same time. 3.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle - Forward Facing mode 4. Attach the lower connectors to the lower anchors of your vehicle located at the joint line between seat and backrest. Check your vehicle owner’s manual to learn what is the best place for your car . When the LATCH straps are connected to the lower anchors, an audible click will be heard.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle - Forward Facing mode IMPORTANT NOTE : Unless where specified differently, lower anchors (LATCH) may be used for a child whose weight is less than 40 lbs. However most vehicle lower anchors can withstand much greater forces. Please, check your vehicle owner’s manual or contact the vehicle manufacturer in order to determine what the weight limit is for the use of lower anchors.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle - Forward Facing mode Important! Remove newborn filler cushion in forward facing mode (see page 55). A FORWARD FACING MODE USING LAP/SHOULDER BELT (TYPE II) 1. Before installing the child restraint, make sure that the backrest is in the upright position or adjust it using the handle below the front edge of the shell (A) as shown in detail. 2. Lean the upright child restraint, unoccupied, on the selected vehicle seat.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle - Forward Facing mode 5. Push the child restraint firmly into the vehicle seat and pull the vehicle belt eliminating any slack. While pushing the seat down (A), pull the lap portion of the belt from the fixed point toward the buckle (B). Then pull the diagonal portion of the belt (C). 6. Close the lockoff clip following the procedure shown in picture (D and E).
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle - Forward Facing mode Important! Remove newborn filler cushion in forward facing mode (see page 55). FORWARD FACING MODE USING LAP BELT (TYPE I) 1. Before installing the child restraint in the vehicle, make sure that the backrest is in the upright position or adjust it using the handle located below the front edge of the shell (A) as shown in detail. 2. Lean the upright child restraint, unoccupied, on the selected vehicle seat.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle - Forward Facing mode 5. Push the child restraint firmly into the vehicle seat (A) and pull the vehicle belt (B) in order to tighten the seat, eliminating any slack. A 6. Make sure that the belt passes through the opened lockoff clips and then close them on both sides following the procedure shown in picture (C and D). D C B 7. Picture shows the correct belt pattern when the product is installed in the forward facing mode using a lap belt.
Installing your child restraint in the vehicle - Forward Facing mode USING THE TETHER IN FORWARD FACING MODE The tether prevents excessive rotation of the seat in a crash. It reduces the risk for the child to impact objects in front of him. Remove the tether hook from the rear pouch (page 25). Attach the tether hook to the designated tether anchor and pull the free strap until the tether is fully tensioned and free of any slack. Pictures show the tether anchor located on the rear shelf.
Installing your child restraint in an aircraft This child restraint is certified for use in an aircraft. Most airlines should allow the use of a restraint which is labelled for use according to FAA regulations. However, due to the size and weight of the Primo Viaggio SIP Convertible, it is recommended that airline is contacted for further information prior to booking or flight. 1 Aircraft seatbelts are waist only type (Type I belt). 1.
Installing your child restraint in an aircraft 2. Installation in forward facing mode: please refer to page 36 for proper belt fit. Use of lockoff clips is not required. After installation make sure that the child restraint is properly levelled and safely firm on the aircraft seat. Should you need further help, please contact aircraft crew.
Securing your child into the child restraint HARNESS USE AND ADJUSTMENT 2 1 A 1. This child restraint uses a 5 point harness system to secure your child. Before placing your child in the seat, push the release button (A) and pull the shoulder straps (B) as shown in the picture. A B B B A D C 2. Open the buckle by pushing on the red button (C) as shown in the picture. Open the chest clip following the procedure shown in the picture (A and B). 3.
Securing your child into the child restraint 4. Put your child in the child restraint with his/ her bottom and back flat against the child restraint. Bring the two shoulder straps over your child’s shoulders. Make sure that the straps are not twisted behind the backrest or over your child’s chest. Check that the harness is at the right shoulder height.
Securing your child into the child restraint 6. To adjust the shoulder strap level, from bottom to top, pull the ring located on top of headrest until the panel is disengaged and able to move. Once the desired position is reached, make sure that the panel is properly latched. To adjust the shoulder strap level from top to bottom pull the ring with one hand and push the panel down with the other hand at the same time. Check that the panel is properly latched.
Securing your child into the child restraint 8. The harness is equipped with a chest clip. This device is used in order to guarantee that the shoulder harness is positioned correctly on the shoulder, preventing the risk of the straps falling down the shoulder in an accident. To close the chest clip push the two parts together as shown. 8 9 9. To tighten the harness, pull the adjuster strap at the bottom of the child restraint until strap is snug.
Securing your child into the child restraint 10. When the harness is tightened, check that the chest clip is at arm pit level. If necessary remove the shoulder pads (attached with Velcro) as they are not considered as safety features. 10 Important! A snug strap should not allow any slack. It lies in a relatively straight line without sagging. It does not press on the child’s flesh or push the child’s body into an unnatural position. 11 11.
Securing your child into the child restraint CROTCH STRAP ADJUSTMENT 12 12. Your Primo Viaggio SIP Convertible is equipped with a repositionable crotch strap. The child restraint is assembled with the crotch located in the forward position (A). The crotch strap can be repositioned to position (B) which may be more suitable for smaller infants. To change position, lift the upholstery so that the crotch attachment is visible (fig.1). Pull the buckle through the buckle pad and through the seat upholstery.
Securing your child into the child restraint 13. To complete the operation, put the soft cover on the crotch in the new position by sliding the buckle through the openings in the upholstery and in the croch protection 13 14 INFANT FILLER CUSHION 14. Primo Viaggio Convertible is supplied with a specifically designed filler cushion for smaller infants. The cushion can help provide better harness fit and keep the head properly positioned between the side wings of the head pad.
Cleaning and maintenance Your child restraint requires a minimum of cleaning and maintenance. Do not clean with harsh products or solvents. Keep moving parts clean. In case, clean plastic parts with a damp cloth. Do not use water with harness and latching mechanisms. Protect it from extreme cold, water, rain and sun exposure. Prolonged exposures to these elements can change the colors in the material but also change their mechanical properties. Store it in a dry area if not used for long periods.
Cleaning and maintenance 2. Remove head panel padding following the procedure (1, then 2). Take care of the soft white EPS insert. 2 2 3 3. Undo the lower part of upholstery and remove it from the crotch strap. The crotch portion of the harness does not need to be removed. 1 3 4. Pull the bottom part of the upholstery upward making sure that the shoulder belts are let through the side openings.
Cleaning and maintenance 5. Check that the adjuster is free of food particles or debris that could prevent correct functioning. 6. Remove the padding from bottom to top making sure that the side impact wings white EPS are not bent or broken in the process.
Cleaning and maintenance 7. To reassemble the upholstery, start from the head panel opening as shown in the sequence. Then put the head panel cover on. Pull shoulder straps up through slots in the bottom of the upholstery. Pull crotch strap through hole in upholstery. Push shoulder straps through head pad. 7 1 2 3 8 8. Properly connect shoulder straps. Make sure that the harness is reconnected properly to the rear plate. The central adjuster strap must pass behind the plastic shield as shown.
Cleaning and maintenance MAINTENANCE OF THE PADDING Brush the fabric parts to remove dust. • Machine wash at a maximum of 90 F (30°C) with a delicate wash setting and short spin cycle. • Do not use chlorine bleach. • Do not iron. • Do not dry clean. Do not remove stains with solvents. • Do not tumble dry.
How to tell if the seat has been in a crash The Primo Viaggio Convertible can withstand minor crashes without any damage. If the child restraint has been in a crash, you must determine if it is suitable for further use. First review the five guidelines listed below and then refer to the next section titled "clear signs the child restraint has been in a crash". What defines a minor crash?A minor crash is one in which ALL of the following apply: • The vehicle was able to be driven away from the crash site.
How to tell if the seat has been in a crash 1. Tether Bar: The tether bar is located on the back of the seat shell near the top (open the tether plastic storage pouch if so equipped). The tether bar will bend during a crash. The tether bar should be straight (green illustration). If the bar is bent (red illustration), the seat has been in a crash and should be replaced. 2. Rear Bar: The rear bar runs through the rear of the base. The rear bar will bend during a crash.
How to tell if the seat has been in a crash 3. Pivot Bolts: The pivot bolts are located on each side of the seat. The pivot bolts will move closer to the base during a crash. There should be about 1 inch of space between the pivot bolt and the top of the base.(green illustration). If the pivot bolt is located at or near the top of the base (red illustration), the seat has been in a crash and should be replaced. 4.
Replacement Parts 1 2 3 1) BSACOB* 2) BRICOB* 3) MUCI0076GR 4) BAKCOB* 4 NOTE: Spare parts available in different colors* to be specified when ordering.
