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UPPAbaby KNOX Car Seat Manual: Key Highlights and Safety Features 

This summary covers essential information from the UPPAbaby KNOX car seat manual for your convenience, helping you understand the key points on how to safely install, use, and maintain the car seat. 

Product Overview

The UPPAbaby KNOX is a premium child car seat designed for children weighing between 14–65 lbs (6.4–29.5 kg) and up to 49 inches tall. It supports rear-facing (14–45 lbs) and forward-facing (25–65 lbs) configurations. The car seat is equipped with advanced features like SMARTSecure technology, side impact protection, and a multi-directional tether for additional stability. 

Key Features: 

  • Active Support Headrest: Provides side impact protection and adjusts with the child’s height. 
  • Fit Inlay: A removable insert for children weighing 14–25 lbs, ensuring a snug fit. 
  • SMARTSecure System: Visual indicators that turn from red to green for correct installation. 
  • LATCH and Vehicle Belt Compatibility: The seat can be installed using either method, depending on the child’s weight. 
  • Cup Holder: Designed for safe use, but avoid placing sharp or hot objects inside. 

Installation Guidelines: 

  • Rear-Facing Installation: Recommended for children weighing 14–45 lbs. The car seat should be reclined using the blue belt tensioning plate and properly secured with either LATCH (for children up to 30 lbs) or the vehicle belt. It’s crucial to adjust the recline indicator to ensure the correct position. 
  • Forward-Facing Installation: For children weighing 25–65 lbs, the seat should be placed in a fully upright position for children over 45 lbs. The red belt tensioning plate ensures the vehicle belt is tightly secured, or use LATCH for children up to 35 lbs. 

Safety Tips: 

  • Always check the tightness indicator (it should show green) and confirm that the seat doesn’t move more than 1 inch when installed. 
  • Use the multi-directional tether for both rear-facing and forward-facing setups for added security. 
  • The seat should not be used in seats with airbags unless the airbag is disabled. 

Maintenance: 

  • The fabric covers and pads are machine washable. The harness and plastic parts should be spot cleaned with mild detergent. Ensure all parts are air-dried completely before reassembly. 
  • Inspect the car seat regularly for wear, especially the straps and buckles, and avoid using the seat if damaged or involved in an accident. 

Warranty: 

UPPAbaby offers a Limited Lifetime Warranty for the KNOX car seat if registered within three months of purchase. The warranty is valid for the original owner and covers up to 10 years of use from the date of manufacture. 

Legal Disclaimer:

This summary is intended for informational purposes and does not replace the full UPPAbaby KNOX manual. Always consult the complete manual for comprehensive safety and installation instructions.