Stairmaster Stratus Systems Owner's Manual page 49

CONSOLE DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
Contact Heart Rate Test
The contact heart rate system is made up of the console and the contact heart
rate handles. You can test each component by performing the following steps:
1. While the console is in the ATTRACT mode (noted by a simulated EKG
signal in the console display), or at the "SELECT A WORKOUT"
prompt, press [+INCREASE], [1], [0], [8], [ENTER].
2. After approximately ten seconds a flashing
the console text bar. Your heart rate, in beats per minute, will show
next to the heart icon. If the heart icon does not show, or if your heart
rate is not displayed in the text bar, you have a problem with either
the console or the contact heart rate handles.
3. If possible, replace or exchange your console with a console (from
the same type of machine) you know is working and retest the
machine.
4. If possible, replace or exchange your contact heart rate handles with
handles (from the same type of machine) that you know is working
and retest the machine.
5. If you do not have spare parts contact the Customer Service
Department at 800-331-3578.
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Polar Heart Rate Test
The Polar heart rate system is made up of the console, the heart rate receiver,
and the chest strap (available separately). You can test each component by
performing the following steps:
1. You will need to put a chest strap on in order to test the Polar heart
rate. Before you put the chest strap on, wet the two contact patches.
Secure the chest strap as high under your pectoral muscles (chest) as
is comfortable. The chest strap should fit snugly, comfortably, and
allow normal breathing.
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