Omron HJ-720IT Instruction Manual page 16

ATTACHING THE PEDOMETER
NOTE: The unit may not be able to count the steps correctly
in the following cases.
When the memory is being displayed or the unit is being set
When the unit is not vertical to the ground
• When the front of the main unit is placed in the
angle of less than 60° (shown to the right) or
horizontal to the ground.
NOTE:
The unit can count steps even if it is slanted
or placed upside-down, or if the main unit is
perpendicular to the ground.
When the main unit moves irregularly
• When the main unit is placed in the bag that moves irregularly
because it hits your foot, your belt or the top of your pants.
• When the unit hangs from your belt, the top of your pants or a bag.
When you walk at an inconsistent pace
• When you shuffle or wear sandals
• When you fail to walk consistently in a crowded place
When you use the unit in the place where lots of up
and down movements or vibrations take place
• Standing up and/or sitting down movement
• Playing sports other than walking
• Ascending or descending movement at stairs or in a steep slope
• Vertical or horizontal vibration in the moving vehicle such
as on the bicycle, in the automobile, trains or a bus
When you jog or walk extremely slowly
NOTE:
The unit will count steps during jogging if it is attached to your belt or the top
of your pants with a holder.
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