Equipment; Wearing The Polar Chest Strap; Storing The Polar Chest Strap - Precor EFX5.33 Owner's Manual

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Diagram 22
Determine proper
length.
Diagram 23
Moisten electrodes.
If needed, use the
spray included with
the Precor Heart Rate
Option.
Diagram 24
Buckle chest strap.
CAUTION: Do not use abrasive cleaners
on the strap. Do not immerse any part of
the chest strap. Do not pour liquids on any
part of the equipment.
Using the POLAR
The Precor Heart Rate System has many unique features. Before you use the
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POLAR chest strap, please study this section thoroughly.
Important: If you do not use the Precor Heart Rate Option according to the guide-
lines found in this manual, you could jeopardize the accuracy of your heart rate
readings or void the manufacturer's limited warranty.
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Wearing the POLAR Chest Strap
The Precor Heart Rate Option is a completely wireless system. A built-in receiver
displays continual feedback about your heart rate when you wear the POLAR
strap. No bulky wires or cables interfere with your movements.
The wireless chest strap contains the electrodes that transmit your heart rate (pulse) to
the receiver. To get an accurate reading, the electrodes need to be moist and in direct
contact with your skin. Be sure to wear the chest strap underneath your clothing .
Take the following steps to put on the chest strap:
Storing the POLAR ® Chest Strap
Store the chest strap transmitter in a place where dust and dirt cannot accumulate
on it such as, a closet or drawer. Be sure to keep the chest strap protected from
extremes in temperature. Do not store it in an area that may be exposed to tempera-
tures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Equipment

1. Adjust the tightness of the chest strap by
sliding the buckle along the strap.
2. Determine the length of the strap by wrapping
it around your chest. Without stretching the
strap, check the distance between the two
ends of the strap. For a snug fit, the ends of
the strap should be about 6 inches (15 cm)
apart.
3. Remove the strap from around your chest
and carefully dampen the electrode strips
with tap water as shown in Diagram 23 or use
the Precor spray. Do not use deionized water.
To function properly, the electrodes need the
salts and minerals found in non-purified
water. During your workout, your perspiration
keeps the electrodes moist.
4. Buckle the strap around your chest. The strap
should feel snug, not restrictive. Make sure
that the transmitter lies horizontally across
your chest and is centered in the middle of
your chest. See Diagram 24.
Note: The chest strap transmitter has a one-
year warranty.
With the proper adjustment of the chest strap, you
are ready to begin using the Heart Rate interac-
tive capabilities on your EFX
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chest
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