Summary of Contents for Impact Sports PowerGlove
- Page 1 PowerGlove™ Personal Fitness Assistant (PFA) User Manual ”Fitness at your Fingertips” Impact Sports Technologies, Inc.
- Page 2 Impact Sports Technologies Inc. Disclaimer Impact Sports Technologies Inc. shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages resulting from the performance or use of this product. In the interest of continued product improvement, this company...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
PowerGloveUser Manual Table of Contents Introduction to the PowerGlove Getting Started Controls Battery Charger Wearing the Glove Turn Your PowerGlove On Heart Rate & Exercise Calories Burned 8 Reset Menu System Key Other Functions Basal Metabolic Rate Average Heart Rate... -
Page 4: Introduction To The Powerglove
This guide provides information on how to achieve the most benefit from your PowerGlove as you use your Personal Fitness Assistant (PFA) in a variety of activities to “Put Fitness at Your Fingertips.”... -
Page 5: Getting Started
PowerGlove to support a weight monitoring or weight loss program. Getting Started (charge it, put it on, turn it on…and use it!) -
Page 6: Battery Charger
Plug your charger into the connector behind the buttonhole as shown in the diagram. If the PowerGlove turns on when you plug it in, turn it off while it is charging. The PowerGlove will operate for two to three hours in the default “Continuous”... -
Page 7: Wearing The Glove
Your hand should be at or near room temperature for best results. If your hand is very cold it may take longer for your heart rate to appear so be patient. Your PowerGlove is operating normally. When using the PowerGlove make sure that your hand is relaxed. -
Page 8: Turn Your Powerglove On
Alternate Position: For some types of activity, the PowerGlove may be worn at the base of the thumb or base of the index finger. Since, performance will vary from person to person, based on their physiology, the recommended placement is on the tip of the thumb. - Page 9 Resting heart rate (the number of beats per minute) should be taken a few minutes after a good night's sleep, and before you get out of bed. Your PowerGlove allows conveniently accomplish this measurement.
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Page 10: Heart Rate & Exercise Calories Burned
Exercise Calories you have burned and your total exercise time while using the PowerGlove over the course of the day. Press the left button again and the PowerGlove displays the Total Calories you will normally burn... -
Page 11: Menu System Key
Press the Right Button to Scroll through the other PowerGlove Features Press the middle button to select and view any of the following: BMR: Basal Metabolic Rate avHr: Average Heart Rate mnHr: Minimum Heart Rate mxHr: Maximum Heart Rate ... -
Page 12: Other Functions
Minimum Heart Rate (mnHr) The mode shows your minimum heart rate between daily resets as measured and stored by the PowerGlove. Typically your heart rate drops during sleep and periods of physical and mental relaxation. Maximum Heart Rate (mxHr) -
Page 13: Target Heart Rates
Target Heart Rates Based on your personal data, using your resting heart rate as a variable, your Power Glove will automatically calculate and display optimal heart rate exercise zones for you to achieve maximum benefit from your activities. Fat Burning Zone (fatB) Provided as a low and high range for your heart rate to optimize fat burning during exercise or other activity that... -
Page 14: Continuous And On Demand Modes
Power Glove is continuously collecting your heart rate and calculating your calories burned. Continuous Display Mode This is the default mode on your PowerGlove. You will see a continuous alternating view of current heart rate followed by a number that shows current calories burned and continuous exercise time. -
Page 15: Frequently Asked Questions
Do not use abrasive cloths or cleaners as these may damage the display. Simply allow the PowerGlove to air-dry. Do not fully immerse the PowerGlove in water. It contains electronic components and this will void your warranty. Do not damage or puncture the battery compartment of the PowerGlove. - Page 16 The PowerGlove is self-contained and displays your fitness data conveniently right on the back of the glove when and where you need it. Q. Is the PowerGlove only for athletes? A.
- Page 17 Q. Why is the PowerGlove worn on the left hand? A. The left hand feature is designed to accommodate racquet sports and to provide the least interference with hand functions. It can be used on either hand however. Q. Can I clean my PowerGlove? A.
- Page 18 By monitoring your heart rate with the PowerGlove during daily activities or exercise you will receive immediate feedback on the quality and intensity of your activity.
- Page 19 Third, the Power Glove adds value to any exercise equipment you use or may have purchased since it is always available to give you feedback on the effectiveness of that equipment. Q. Can the PowerGlove tell me if I am over training?
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Page 20: Troubleshooting
5-10 beats higher than normal for an extended period of time. Q. Can I use the PowerGlove during weight training? A. Yes. The PowerGlove can be particularly useful if you are monitoring your heart rate between sets. - Page 21 Symptom: Sometimes my glove loses my heart rate. Is this normal? This is normal. The PowerGlove is always looking for your pulse and if it loses it for a moment, don’t worry,...
- Page 22 Symptom: During certain exercises my heart rate seems to be too high or too low. Your PowerGlove has been designed to operate in exercise environment and under most circumstances and during most activities the Power Glove is extremely accurate.
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Page 23: Money Back Guarantee
Unconditional 30-Day Money Back Guarantee Your PowerGlove comes with a thirty (30) day money back guarantee from the date of purchase. Please save your receipt as proof of purchase. To Receive a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) Number please email: support@impactsports.com... - Page 24 The advantage of the PowerGlove is that you do not have to remove it if you are involved in a number of different exercise activities. Since your...
- Page 25 Use the chart below to log daily calories burned and the calories you burn during various types of exercises as you use your PowerGlove . Doing this and comparing these feedback numbers against calories consumed will assist you in managing your program.
- Page 26 You can record a log, similar to the one on the next page, of your daily calories burned and consumed using data from your PowerGlove Personal Fitness Assistant to support your exercise or calorie counting program.
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