How To Use The Pulse Sensor - Image 10.6 Owner's Manual

PROPER ORIENTATION OF THE PULSE SENSOR "
The transmitter on the pulse sensor is angled down-
ward, as shown in the drawing below. For the pulse
sensor to function propedy, the transmitter must be
pointed within 30 ° of the center of the console (the
shaded area of the drawing). If you turn your head too
far away from the console, the signal from the pulse
sensor will not be received.
Transmitter
Pulse Sensor
Center of
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your fdrehead_ your pulse may be detected more
easily from a slightly different positiOn. "
Avoid turning your head more than 30"awaY from
the console, Or the console may not pick up the sig-
nal from the pulse sensor.
5. The sensor window should be cleaned weekly when
the treadmill is used regularly.Moisten a cotton swab
with water, and carefully wipe the sensor window.
6. Because your pulse constantly changes, the pulse
• sensor will sample andaverage your pulse every
few seconds. When you first put on the pulse sen-
sor, it maytake up to ten seconds before an accu-
rate pulse is shown.
7. If the pulse sensor does not function properly, check
• the battedes (see HOW TO INSTALL BATTERIES
on page 6).
GUIDELINES FOR OBTAINING ACCURATE PULSE
READINGS
The instructionson page lO explain how the pulse sen-
sor is used with the console (see HOWTO USE THE
PULSE DISPLAY), For the best rasul!s, remember the
following important guidelines:
1. Before putting on the headband, rub your forehead
for a moment to stimulate circulation.
2. Make sure that the headbancl fits snuglyaround your
head, without being uncomfortable. If the headband
is too loose or too tight, your pulse may not be
detected..
3. The headband must be worn with the sensor win-
dow centered on your forehead (see HOW TO PUT
ON THE PULSE SENSOR on page 6). The small
button next to the sensor window must be
depressed. Make sure that there is no hair in front of
the pulse sensor or between the sensor window and
your forehead. Make-up applied to the forehead
may also interfere with pulse readings.
Note: If the.pulse sensor does not detect your pulse
when the se0sor window is centered on your fore-
head, try positioning the .sensor window above your
dght or=left eyebrow. Depending on the shap e of
HOW TO CLEAN THE PULSE SENSOR AND
HEADBAND
To clean the pulse sensor, first remove the headband.
• Wipe the pulse sensor clean with a damp cloth; never
immerse the pulse sensor in water.
To clean the headband, hand wash it in mild detergent
•and gently wdng it out.