Horizon Fitness ELITE 1.1T User Manual page 31

HEART RATE TROUBLESHOOTING
Check your exercise environment for sources of interference such as fluorescent lights, computers, or
appliances containing large motors. These items may cause erratic heart rate readouts.
YOU MAY EXPERIENCE AN ERRATIC HEART RATE READOUT UNDER THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS:
• Gripping the heart rate handlebars too tight. Try to maintain moderate pressure while holding onto
the heart rate handlebars.
• Constant movement and vibration due to constantly holding the heart rate handlebars while exercis-
ing. If you are receiving erratic heart rate readouts, try to only hold the grips long enough to moni-
tor your heart rate.
• When you are breathing heavily during a workout.
• When your hands are constricted by wearing a ring.
• When your hands are dry or cold. Try to moisten your palms by rubbing them together to warm.
• Anyone with heavy arrhythmia.
• Anyone with arteriosclerosis or peripheral circulation disorder.
• Anyone whose skin on the measuring palm is especially thick.
PROBLEM: There is no heart rate reading. (4.1T, 5.1T models)
SOLUTION: If you are using the chest strap, there may be a poor connection between the
electrodes and the skin. Remoisten the electrodes with water.
SOLUTION: The chest strap may not be positioned properly. Reposition the chest strap. It may be
necessary to experiment with the fit and position of the chest strap. (4.1T, 5.1T models)
SOLUTION: Verify that the distance between the chest strap and the console is not beyond the recom-
mended range of 36 inches. (4.1T, 5.1T models)
SOLUTION: The battery in the chest strap may be dead. Take the chest strap to a jewelry store for a
battery replacement. (4.1T, 5.1T models)
PROBLEM: Erratic or inconsistent readout. (4.1T, 5.1T models)
SOLUTION: This is often caused by dry electrodes or a loose chest strap. Moisture on the rubber
electrodes is required for proper operation. Try a more generous coating of water on the electrodes
and tightening the chest strap.
CONTACT THE HORIZON FITNESS CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER
If the above troubleshooting section does not remedy
the problem, discontinue use and turn the power off.
DO NOT RETURN TO THE STORE, PLEASE
TOLL-FREE @ 1-800-244-4192
Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. CST (excluding holidays).
www.horizonfitness.com
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