Troubleshooting - Schwinn 140 Owner's Manual

Problem
No display/partial diplay/unit will not turn
on
Unit operates but Contact HR not
displayed
Unit operates but Telemetric (if equipped)
HR not displayed

Troubleshooting

Check
Check electrical (wall) outlet
Check connection at front (recumbent) or
rear (upright) of unit
Check data cable integrity
Check data cable
connections/orientation
Check console display for damage
Console Display
HR cable connection at Console
HR cable box connection (recumbent
only)
Sensor grip
Dry or calloused hands
Handlebars
Chest Strap
Interference
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Solution
Make sure unit is plugged into a
functioning wall outlet.
Connection should be secure and
undamaged. Replace adapter or
connection at unit if either are damaged.
All wires in cable should be intact. If any
are visibly crimped or cut, replace cable.
Insure cable is connected securely
and oriented properly. Small latch on
connector should line up and snap into
place.
Check for visual sign that console display
is cracked or otherwise damaged.
Replace Console if damaged.
If Console only has partial display and
all connections are fine, replace the
Console.
If the above steps do not resolve the
problem, contact Customer Care for
further assistance.
Insure cable is connected securely to
Console.
Insure cables from handlebars and cable
to Console are secure and undamaged.
Some models may require the seat back
be raised to access cable box.
Insure hands are centered on HR
sensors. Hands must be kept still with
relatively equal pressure applied to each
side.
Sensors may have difficulty with dried
out or calloused hands. A conductive
electrode cream such as "Signa Crème"
or "Buh-Bump" can help make better
conduct. These are available on the
web or at medical or some larger fitness
stores.
If tests reveal no other issues, Handlebars
should be replaced.
Strap should be "Polar" compatible. Make
sure strap is directly against skin and
contact area is moist.
Try moving unit away from sources of
interference (TV, Microwave, etc). If
interference is eliminated and HR still
does not function, replace strap and
Console.