Chicco KeyFit 35

Chicco KeyFit 35 Infant Car Seat Instruction Manual

Model: KeyFit 35 | For Infants 4-35 lbs, up to 32 inches tall

1. Introduktion og overview

Thank you for choosing the Chicco KeyFit 35 Infant Car Seat. This manual provides essential information for the correct installation, operation, and maintenance of your car seat. The KeyFit 35 is designed to safely and comfortably accommodate your baby from 4 to 35 pounds and up to 32 inches tall, offering extended rear-facing use.

It features an Easy-Extend Headrest System, an integrated anti-rebound bar for stability, and intuitive installation features for a secure fit every time. The car seat is compatible with Chicco strollers for convenient travel system use.

2. Sikkerhedsoplysninger

WARNING: Always read and follow all instructions and warnings in this manual and your vehicle's owner's manual for proper use and installation. Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death.

  • Rear-Facing Only: This car seat is designed for rear-facing use only.
  • Vægt- og højdegrænser: Use for infants weighing 4-35 pounds and up to 32 inches tall. Discontinue use when your child exceeds these limits.
  • Slagbeskyttelse: The carrier shell is lined with EPS energy-absorbing foam for enhanced impact protection.
  • Anti-rebound bar: The integrated anti-rebound bar provides increased stability and additional legroom for your growing child.
  • Selesystem: Always secure your child using the 5-point harness system. Ensure straps are snug and properly positioned.

3. komponenter

  • Infant Car Seat Carrier
  • Stay-in-Car Base
  • Removable Infant Head and Body Support
  • UPF 50+ Full-Coverage Canopy
  • 5-punktsselesystem
  • SuperCinch Force-Multiplying LATCH Tightener
  • ReclineSure Spring-Loaded Leveling Foot
  • RideRight Bubble Level-Indicators
  • LockSure Steel-Reinforced Belt System

4. Opsætning og installation

The Chicco KeyFit 35 is engineered for easy and secure installation using either the LATCH system or your vehicle's seat belt.

4.1. Base Installation (LATCH System)

  1. Place the stay-in-car base on your vehicle's seat in the rear-facing position.
  2. Attach the premium LATCH connectors to your vehicle's lower anchors.
  3. Use the SuperCinch force-multiplying tightener to achieve a secure fit.
  4. Verify the proper recline angle using the ReclineSure spring-loaded leveling foot and RideRight bubble level-indicators. The bubble should be within the green zone.
Easy-Extend Headrest System
Image: Easy-Extend Headrest System. This image shows a baby in the car seat with arrows indicating the adjustable headrest and harness system, designed to grow with the child.
Easiest To Install - SuperCinch LATCH tightener
Image: Easiest To Install - SuperCinch LATCH tightener. A hand is shown pulling the SuperCinch strap on the car seat base, demonstrating the force-multiplying LATCH tightener for secure installation.
Leveling System for proper car seat angle
Image: Leveling System for proper car seat angle. This image highlights the ReclineSure spring-loaded leveling foot on the car seat base, used to achieve the correct recline angle.
RideRight Bubble Level-Indicators
Image: RideRight Bubble Level-Indicators. A close-up of the green bubble level-indicator on the car seat base, used to visually confirm the proper installation angle.

4.2. Base Installation (Vehicle Belt)

  1. Place the stay-in-car base on your vehicle's seat in the rear-facing position.
  2. Før køretøjets hofte- og skuldersele gennem den angivne selebane på basen.
  3. Engage the LockSure steel-reinforced belt system to secure the belt tightly.
  4. Verify the proper recline angle using the ReclineSure spring-loaded leveling foot and RideRight bubble level-indicators.
Steel Reinforced Seatbelt Installation
Image: Steel Reinforced Seatbelt Installation. A hand is shown securing the vehicle's seatbelt through the LockSure steel-reinforced belt system on the car seat base, ensuring a tight fit.

4.3. Carrier-Only Installation

The KeyFit 35 carrier can also be installed without the base, using the vehicle's seat belt. Refer to the detailed instructions in your full product manual for this method.

On-the-go Install - Carrier-only installation option
Image: On-the-go Install - Carrier-only installation option. This image illustrates the car seat carrier secured directly into a vehicle seat using the seatbelt, without the base, for convenient travel.

4.4. Attaching the Car Seat Carrier to the Base

  1. Align the car seat carrier with the installed base.
  2. Sænk bæreren ned på basen, indtil den klikker sikkert på plads.
  3. Always check that the carrier is firmly attached to the base by pulling up on the handle.
Effortless Attachment - Intuitive click-in design
Image: Effortless Attachment - Intuitive click-in design. This image shows the car seat carrier being lowered onto its base, with an arrow indicating the intuitive click-in design for secure attachment.

4.5. Kompatibilitet med rejsesystemer

The KeyFit 35 Infant Car Seat clicks securely into compatible Chicco strollers, creating a convenient car seat and stroller combo. A one-hand release makes it easy to remove the carrier from the stroller.

Travel System Mobility - One-hand, click-in attachment
Image: Travel System Mobility - One-hand, click-in attachment. The car seat carrier is shown attached to a Chicco stroller, demonstrating the ease of creating a travel system with one-hand click-in attachment.

5. Betjeningsvejledning

5.1. Sikring af dit barn

  1. Placer dit barn i autostolen.
  2. Fasten the 5-point harness. Ensure the chest clip is at armpit level.
  3. Pull the harness tightening strap to ensure a snug fit. You should not be able to pinch any excess webbing ved dit barns skulder.

5.2. Adjusting the Headrest and Harness

The Easy-Extend Headrest System adjusts with the no-rethread harness to accommodate your child's growth. Simply squeeze the adjustment lever at the top of the headrest and slide it up or down to the appropriate height.

5.3. Using the Infant Head and Body Support

For newborns weighing 4-11 pounds, use the removable ergonomic head and body support positioner to ensure proper fit and comfort.

Newborn Positioner - Removable head & body support
Image: Newborn Positioner - Removable head & body support. A sleeping infant is shown in the car seat, highlighting the removable head and body support designed for newborns.

5.4. Betjening af baldakin

The double-knit, full-coverage canopy offers UPF 50+ sun protection. It can be extended or retracted as needed to shield your child from the sun.

UPF 50+ Canopy - Extendable, full-coverage sun protection
Image: UPF 50+ Canopy - Extendable, full-coverage sun protection. The car seat is shown with its extended, full-coverage canopy providing sun protection. The canopy is rated UPF 50+.

6. Vedligeholdelse & Rengøring

The car seat features removable fabrics for easy cleaning. Refer to the care labels on the fabric and the full instruction manual for specific washing instructions.

  • Stofpleje: Most fabric components are machine washable on a delicate cycle with mild detergent. Air dry.
  • Selesystem: Tør selestropperne af med enamp klud. Selestropper må ikke vaskes i maskine eller nedsænkes i vand, da dette kan svække dem.
  • Plast- og metaldele: Tør af med en blød, damp klud og mild sæbe.

7. Fejlfinding

If you encounter any issues with your Chicco KeyFit 35 Infant Car Seat, please refer to the following common solutions:

  • Løs installation: Ensure the LATCH connectors or vehicle belt are tightened fully. Re-check the bubble level-indicators.
  • Justering af sele: If the harness is too loose or too tight, adjust the Easy-Extend Headrest System and pull the tightening strap as described in Section 5.2.
  • Carrier Not Latching: Ensure no obstructions are preventing the carrier from clicking securely into the base. Re-align and try again.

For further assistance, please contact Chicco customer service.

8. Specifikationer

FeatureSpecifikation
Minimumvægtanbefaling4 pund
Maksimal vægtanbefaling35 pund
Maximum Height Recommended32 tommer
InstallationstypeLATCH system or European belt path or Belt lock-off
OrienteringBagudvendt
Type sele5-point
Antal højdepositioner5
Varens vægt18.5 pund
Varedimensioner (D x B x H)28" D x 16.5" B x 24" H
Materiale TypeMetal, plastik, polyester
FarveOnyx/Black
Chicco KeyFit 35 Car Seat Dimensions
Image: Chicco KeyFit 35 Car Seat Dimensions. This image provides a visual representation of the car seat with its key dimensions: 28 inches deep, 16.5 inches wide, and 24 inches high.

9. Garanti og support

The Chicco KeyFit 35 Infant Car Seat comes with a 1 års begrænset garanti from the manufacturer, Artsana USA, Inc.

For warranty claims, product support, or any questions not covered in this manual, please contact Chicco customer service directly. Contact information can typically be found on the Chicco webwebstedet eller på produktemballagen.

10. Officiel produktvideo

Watch the official Chicco brand video for an overview of their commitment to baby products.

Video: Chicco Brand Video. Denne video giver et generelt overblikview of the Chicco brand and its product philosophy, showcasing various baby products including car seats.