Bowflex MAX TRAINER M6 Owner's/Assembly Manual page 24

• Movement of the upper body muscles (including arms) produces an electrical signal (muscle artifact) that can interfere with pulse detection. Slight
hand movement while in contact with the sensors can also produce interference.
• Calluses and hand lotion may act as an insulating layer to reduce the signal strength.
• Some Electrocardiogram (EKG) signals generated by individuals are not strong enough to be detected by the sensors.
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Bluetooth Heart Rate Strap (not supplied)
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Bluetooth Connected icon.
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Bluetooth ® heart rate monitor.
1. Put on your Bluetooth Heart Rate Strap.
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2. If equipped, push the On/Off button on your strap to activate it. The Console actively searches for any devices in the area, and should connect
to the strap when in range.
3. The Bluetooth Connected icon will activate when connected. You are ready to workout.
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At the end of your workout, push the On/Off button (if equipped) to disconnect your Heart Rate Strap from the Console.
Heart Rate Calculations
than by using an age related formula.
trained runners may have readings of 40 BPM or lower.
The Heart Rate table is an estimate of what Heart Rate Zone (HRZ) is effective to burn fat and improve your cardiovascular system. Physical condi-
tions vary, therefore your individual HRZ could be
several beats higher or lower than what is shown.
cise is to start at a slow pace and gradually increase
your intensity until your heart rate reaches between
that pace, keeping your heart rate in that target zone
for over 20 minutes. The longer you maintain your
target heart rate, the more fat your body will burn.
The graph is a brief guideline, describing the gener-
ally suggested target heart rates based on age. As
noted above, your optimal target rate may be higher
or lower. Consult your physician for your individual
target heart rate zone.
Note:
always use your best judgment when you
Heart Rate Strap. When connected, the Console will display the
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Maximum Heart Rate
Target Heart Rate Zone
(keep within this range
for optimum fat-burning)
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