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HOW TO USE THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR
HOW TO PUT ON THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR
The chest pulse sensor consists of two components:
the chest strap and the sensor unit (see the drawing
below). Insert the tab on one end of the chest strap into
one end of the sensor unit, as shown in the inset draw-
ing. Press the end of the sensor unit under the buckle
on the chest strap. The tab should be flush with the
front of the sensor unit.
Chest Strap
Tabs
Tab
Sensor
Buckle
Sensor Unit
Unit
Next, wrap the
chest pulse sen-
sor around your
chest and attach
the other end of
the chest strap to
the sensor unit.
Adjust the length
of the chest strap,
if necessary. The
chest pulse sen-
sor should be under your clothes, tight against your
skin, and as high under the pectoral muscles or
breasts as is comfortable. Make sure that the logo on
the sensor unit is facing forward and is right-side-up.
Pull the sensor unit away from your body a few inches
and locate the two electrode areas on the inner side
(the electrode areas are covered by shallow ridges).
Using saline solution such as saliva or contact lens so-
lution, wet both electrode areas. Return the sensor unit
to a position against your chest.
CHEST PULSE SENSOR CARE AND MAINTENANCE
• Thoroughly dry the chest pulse sensor after each
use. The chest pulse sensor is activated when the
electrode areas are wetted and the heart rate
monitor is put on; the chest pulse sensor shuts off
when it is removed and the electrode areas are
dried. If the chest pulse sensor is not dried after
each use, it may remain activated longer than nec-
essary, draining the battery prematurely.
• Store the chest pulse sensor in a warm, dry place.
Do not store the chest pulse sensor in a plastic bag
or other container that may trap moisture.
• Do not expose the chest pulse sensor to direct
sunlight for extended periods of time; do not expose
it to temperatures above 50° C (122° F) or below
-10° C (14° F) .
• Do not excessively bend or stretch the sensor unit
when using or storing the chest pulse sensor.
• Clean the sensor unit using a damp cloth—never
use alcohol, abrasives, or chemicals. The chest
strap may be hand washed and air dried.
CHEST PULSE SENSOR TROUBLESHOOTING
The instructions on the following pages explain
how the chest pulse sensor is used with the con-
sole. If the chest pulse sensor does not function
properly, try the steps below.
• Make sure that you are wearing the chest pulse sen-
sor as described at the left. Note: If the chest pulse
sensor does not function when positioned as de-
scribed, move it slightly lower or higher.
• Use saline solution such as saliva or contact lens
solution to wet the two electrode areas on the
sensor unit. If heart rate readings do not appear until
you begin perspiring, re-wet the electrode areas.
• As you walk or run on the treadmill, position your-
self near the centre of the walking belt. For the
console to display heart rate readings, the user
must be within arm's length of the console.
• The chest pulse sensor is designed to work with
people who have normal heart rhythms. Heart rate
reading problems may be caused by medical
conditions such as premature ventricular contrac-
tions (pvcs), tachycardia bursts, and arrhythmia.
• The operation of the chest pulse sensor can be
affected by magnetic interference caused by high
power lines or other sources. If it is suspected that
this is a problem, try relocating the treadmill.
• The CR2032 battery may need to be replaced (see
page 26).
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HOW TO USE PROGRAMS DIRECTLY FROM
OUR WEB SITE
Our Web site at www.iFIT.com allows you to access
basic programs, audio programs, and video programs
directly from the internet. See www.iFIT.com for details.
To use programs from our Web site, the treadmill must
be connected to your home computer. See HOW TO
CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER on page 18. In
addition, you must have an internet connection and
an internet service provider. A list of specific system re-
quirements will be found on our Web site.
Follow the steps below to use a program from our
Web site.
Insert the key into the console.
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See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 11.
Select the iFIT.com mode.
2
When the key is in-
serted, the manual
mode will be selected.
To use a program from
our Web site, press the
Mode button repeatedly
until the iFIT.com indicator lights.
Go to your computer and start an internet
3
connection.
Start your web browser, if necessary, and go to
4
our Web site at www.iFIT.com.
Follow the desired links on our Web site to se-
5
lect a program.
Read and follow the on-line instructions for using a
program.
Follow the on-line instructions to start the
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program.
When you start the program, an on-screen count-
down will begin.
Return to the treadmill and stand on the foot
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pads. Find the clip attached to the key and slide
the clip onto the waistband of your clothes.
When the on-screen countdown ends, the program
will begin and the walking belt will begin to move.
Hold the handrails, step onto the walking belt, and
begin walking. During the program, an electronic
"chirping" sound will alert you when the speed
and/or incline of the treadmill is about to change.
CAUTION: Always listen for the "chirp" and be
prepared for speed and/or incline changes.
If the speed or incline settings are too high or too
low, you can manually override the settings at any
time by pressing the Speed or Incline buttons on
the console. However, when the next "chirp" is
heard, the speed and/or incline will change to
the next settings for the program.
To stop the walking belt at any time, press the
Stop button on the console. The Time/Incline/
Segment Time display will begin to flash. To
restart the program, press the Start button or the
L L
Speed
button. After a moment, the walking belt
will begin to move at 1 mph. When the next
"chirp" is heard, the speed and incline will
change to the next settings of the program.
When the program is completed, the walking belt
will stop and the Time/Incline/Segment Time dis-
play will begin to flash. Note: To use another pro-
gram, press the Stop button and go to step 5.
Note: If the speed or incline of the treadmill
does not change when a "chirp" is heard, make
sure that the iFIT.com indicator is lit and that
the Time/Incline/Segment Time display is not
flashing. In addition, make sure that the audio
cable is properly connected, that it is fully
plugged in, and that it is not wrapped around a
power cord.
Follow your progress with the LED track and
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the displays.
See step 5 on page 11.
When the program has ended, remove the key.
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See step 5 on page 14.
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