Important Information; Caring For Your Product - Polar Electro RCX5 Manual

6. IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Caring For Your Product

Like any electronic device, the training
computer should be treated with care. The
suggestions below will help you fulfill guarantee
obligations and enjoy this product for many
years to come.
Detach the transmitter connector from the
strap after every use. Rinse the strap under
running water.
Dry the connector with a soft
towel. Never use alcohol or any abrasive
material (steel wool or cleaning chemicals).
Wash the strap regularly in a washing
machine at 40ºC/104ºF or at least after every
fifth use.
This ensures reliable measurement
and maximizes the life span of the transmitter.
Use a washing pouch. Do not soak, spin-dry,
iron, dry clean or bleach the strap. Do not use
detergent with bleach or fabric softener. Never
put the transmitter connector in the washing
machine or drier!
Dry and store the strap and the transmitter
connector separately to maximize the
transmitter battery lifetime.
a washing machine before long-term storage and
always after use in pool water with high chlorine
content.
Keep your training computer, transmitter and
sensors in a cool and dry place. Do not keep
them in a damp environment, in non-breathable
material (a plastic bag or a sports bag) nor with
conductive material (a wet towel). The training
computer and transmitter are water resistant,
and can be used in water activities. Other
compatible sensors are water resistant, and can
be used in rainy weather. Do not expose the
training computer to direct sunlight for
extended periods, such as by leaving it in a car
or mounted on the bike mount.
Keep your training computer and sensors clean.
To maintain the water resistance, do not wash
the training computer or the sensors with a
pressure washer. Clean them with a mild soap
and water solution and rinse them with clean
water. Do not immerse them in water. Dry them
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