How to Use the Lyra Convertible Cot
More than just a cot, Lyra is a companion that will grow with your baby from their first sleep to their first steps towards independence. Made with the same level of care, functionality, safety and attention to detail as our award-winning sleepwear, our Lyra Cot is designed to provide a warm and comfortable sleep space for your baby through to your preschooler.
How to Use the Lyra Convertible Cot
1. Unpack all the pieces and lay them on a soft surface such as a rug, carpet or the flattened cardboard box. This is to protect the timber and your floors from any scratches.
2. Attached 2 corner pieces to a headboard using 4 x 50mm screws.
3. Attach one side panel using 2 x 50mm screws.
4. Repeat with the second headboard and remaining corners.
5. Choose the mid or low case position depending on your child’s age and stage and attach the bottom base using 4 x 50mm screws.
6. Attach the final side using 4 x 50mm screws.
7. Using 4 x 40mm screws, attach the feet to the bottom frame.
8. Tall parents may choose to add leg extenders to the feet.
9. Flip the cot over and line up the bottom frame. Secure it to the bottom of the cot using 10 x 35mm screws.
10. Add a 690 x 1,300mm cot mattress. Do not use a mattress smaller than 650 x 1,260mm or taller than 12mm.
11. To convert your cot into a toddler bed, unscrew one side panel.
12. Replace it with the toddler guardrail with 2 x 50mm screws and 3 x 35mm screws.
What’s included with your Lyra Convertible Cot?
1 x Lyra Cot with screws
4 x Leg Height Extenders
4 x Caster Wheels
1 x Toddler Safety Guardrail
1 x User Manual
What configuration should I choose?
Lyra has an adjustable base has two heights for safety; use the higher position for a newborn or infant who is not yet sitting, and the lower position for a sitting infant or standing toddler. The legs come with your choice of height extenders for tall parents*, and caster wheels for families who may need to move the cot around the house for convenience.
Once your sweet babe reaches toddlerhood, convert your cot into a toddler bed with the included safety guardrail (from 2Y +) for the next stage of their sleep journey.
*For safety and easy access for your toddler, remove height extenders from legs when in the toddler bed configuration.
A few notes about your new cot
This cot requires assembly. A step-by-step manual is included, or please watch the video above for instruction.
The Lyra Convertible Cot does not come with a mattress. If you have not already done so, you can purchase the Deluxe Cot Mattress.
Lyra meets all safety compliance and standards for Cots under AS/NZS2172:2013
Dimensions:
1,342mm Length
742mm Width
824mm Height
ergoPouch Bedding Range
FAQs
Yes. The Cot is made from FSC-certified Natural Beechwood, which is ethically sourced in Croatia, and manufactured in China. The timber is durable, and will last several years across multiple children.
Yes. The wood is natural beechwood, and coated with a chemical-free and non-toxic lacquer to protect the wood. This lacquer will not harm your baby if they bite the cot.
As this feature is banned in the US for safety, we have decided to remove it from our cot designs to be a safer option for your baby.
You can transition your child to the toddler bed configuration from 2 years old. Please note, if using the leg extenders, these need to be removed when you convert the cot into a toddler bed.
Do not use any pillows or loose bedding in the cot, before it has been transitioned to a toddler bed, for safety.
Size Guide
Lyra Convertible Cot
| ergoPouch size | Cot/Crib | Base Height | Carton | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length (cm/inch) | 134.2cm / 52.2" | 138.8cm / 54.6" | ||
| Width (cm/inch) | 74.2cm / 29.2" | 79.8cm / 31.4" | ||
| Height (cm/inch) | 82.4cm / 32.4" | Mattress base board height from ground: High position - 36cm/14.2" Low position - 16cm/6.3" | 14cm / 5.5" | Height excludes wheel and black wheel base |