Polar Electro FT1 Getting Started Manual

hello There,
Thanks for choosing Polar! In this handy little guide we'll walk you
through the basics of using your number one choice for an active,
healthier life.
polar fT1/fT2
hearT raTe MoniTor
Take your first step into heart rate-
based training and learn to train
within your target heart rate zone.
polar hearT raTe SenSor
Wear the heart rate sensor around
your chest to get your heart rate
accurately and in real time in the
heart rate monitor.
You can download the full-length user manual and the latest version of this
guide at polar.com/support. For more help, there are some great video tutorials
at polar.com/en/polar_community/videos you may want to check out.
GeT To KnoW Your fT1/fT2
With FT1/FT2, everything works through a single button. You can use
it to switch between views, change settings or confirm selections.
When in time mode, press the button as many times as needed to
start an exercise ( ), check previous training sessions (
EXE FILE
settings ( , , , ). Wait until the option/value is
ZONE TIME DATE USER
displayed and starts flashing.
Press and hold the button to return to the time display.
did You KnoW?
During a training session, change between views by bringing your
heart rate monitor close to the heart rate sensor.

GeT STarTed

Before starting to train with your FT1/FT2, you need to go through a
couple of steps.
First, press and hold the button for one second to activate your heart
) or edit rate monitor.
Then, besides setting and , set also the target zone limits
TIME DATE
and your age*.
Set your target zone heart rate limits to make
sure you're training at the right intensity level.
With FT2 you can also set your age to use age-
based heart rate limits, which guide you to train
at the right intensity.
*) Applies only to FT2 heart rate monitor.

Wear The hearT raTe SenSor

1. Fasten one end of the heart rate sensor to the elastic strap.
2. Moisten the two grooved areas on the back.
3. Clip the heart rate sensor around your chest and adjust the strap
to fit snugly.
4. Check that the wet grooved areas are firmly against your skin,
and that the text on the heart rate sensor is in an upright
position and at the center of your chest.
Rinse the strap under running water after every use. For more
detailed instructions, see the full user manual at polar.com/support.