Turning On All-Day Pulse Oximeter Readings; Turning Off Automatic Pulse Oximeter Readings; Turning On Pulse Oximeter Sleep Tracking; Tips For Erratic Pulse Oximeter Data - Garmin DESCENT MK2I Owner's Manual

Turning On All-Day Pulse Oximeter Readings

1 From the pulse oximeter widget, hold MENU.
2 Select Options > Pulse Ox Mode > All Day.
The device automatically analyzes your oxygen saturation throughout the day, when you are not moving.
NOTE: Turning on all-day mode decreases battery life.

Turning Off Automatic Pulse Oximeter Readings

1 From the pulse oximeter widget, hold MENU.
2 Select Options > Pulse Ox Mode > Off.
The device turns off automatic pulse oximeter readings. The device begins a pulse oximeter reading when
you view the pulse oximeter widget.

Turning On Pulse Oximeter Sleep Tracking

You can set your device to continuously measure your blood oxygen saturation while you sleep.
NOTE: Unusual sleep positions can cause abnormally low sleep-time SpO2 readings.
1 From the pulse oximeter widget, hold MENU.
2 Select Options > Pulse Ox Mode > During Sleep.

Tips for Erratic Pulse Oximeter Data

If the pulse oximeter data is erratic or does not appear, you can try these tips.
• Remain motionless while the device reads your blood oxygen saturation.
• Wear the device above your wrist bone. The device should be snug but comfortable.
• Hold the arm wearing the device at heart level while the device reads your blood oxygen saturation.
• Use a silicone band.
• Clean and dry your arm before putting on the device.
• Avoid wearing sunscreen, lotion, and insect repellent under the device.
• Avoid scratching the optical sensor on the back of the device.
• Rinse the device with fresh water after each workout.

Setting Up Your User Profile

You can update your gender, birth year, height, weight, heart rate zone, and power zone settings. The device
uses this information to calculate accurate training data.
1 Hold MENU.
2 Select User Profile.
3 Select an option.
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