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Polar Electro TriFIT 620 Setup Manual

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  • Page 1 Polar/HealthFirst Corporation Voice (505) 344-1400 Fax (505) 344-1200 Technical Support (505) 344-9679 www.healthfirstusa.com © Polar/HealthFirst Corporation 1989-2002. All rights reserved.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    EQUIREMENTS AND ECOMMENDATIONS 620 U ........................4 ECEIVING ..............................5 ACKING Hardware Upgrades ..........................6 Optional Software Modules....................... 7 Available Accessories.......................... 7 SECTION 2: INSTALLING YOUR TRIFIT 620 ................8 I. H ........................9 ARDWARE NSTALLATION II. O ......................12 PTIONAL QUIPMENT ETUP Monark Bike .............................12 620 Blood Pressure..........................12...

  • Page 3: Section 1: Unpacking And Assembling

    Section 1: Unpacking and Assembling In this section • The TriFIT System • Computer Requirements • Packing Lists • Unpacking and Assembling the TriFIT 620 System...

  • Page 4: Requirements And Recommendations

    Requirements and Recommendations The TriFIT 620 evaluation system is designed to work with your existing computer to gather, process, interpret and display fitness and wellness data. The TriFIT was designed to be used by exercise professionals and physical educators. These items are necessary to operate the TriFIT 620 System: •...

  • Page 5: Packing List

    8. Skinfold calibration dowel: 25.4mm in length 9. Platform/scale 10. TriFIT 620 Sit & Reach/ Range of Motion (ROM) unit. If a TriFIT cart upgrade was purchased, the ROM unit is included in the cart. 11. 10’ db-9 male/female cable (not shown here) 12.

  • Page 6: Hardware Upgrades

    • Lange interactive skinfold calipers • 620 Blood Pressure. Includes a TriFIT blood pressure device installed in the TriFIT 620 unit at the factory and three blood pressure cuffs (small, medium, large). • TriFIT Medical Grade Cart: Use the cart with your own computer, monitor, keyboard, mouse and printer.

  • Page 7: Optional Software Modules

    Optional Software Modules • Health Risk Appraisal (HRA) module • Group Report module • Meal Planner • Template Builder • Network Version (2-5, 10, 25, 99 user license) • Nutritional Analysis (Nutritionist Pro) Available Accessories • Additional Polar heart rate transmitter belt •...

  • Page 8: Section 2: Installing Your Trifit 620

    Section 2: Installing Your TriFIT 620 In this section • Hardware Installation • Optional Equipment Setup • Monark Bike • Blood Pressure • TriFIT Cart • Software Installation • Licensing the TriFIT software • Setting up TriFIT Software defaults...

  • Page 9: Hardware Installation

    I. Hardware Installation Once all components are unpacked and the recommended connections and environment are available, you are ready to start setting up your TriFIT 620. Step 1 Plug the Male end of the db-9 cable into the connector labeled “PC Comm” on the back of the TriFIT 620 unit.
  • Page 10 Step 3 Plug the TriFIT 620 power into a wall outlet and then into the TriFIT 620 unit. (If using the TriFIT cart upgrade, the 620 power plugs into the power strip in the CPU Compartment) 620 Power Cable: Plug other end into...
  • Page 11 Step 5 Now you are ready to plug the testing devices into the TriFIT 620 unit. They each have unique connectors, so you cannot plug the wrong device into the wrong connector. Bike or Heart Skyndex or Lange Rate Cable...

  • Page 12: Ii. Optional Equipment Setup

    II. Optional Equipment Setup Monark Bike If a Monark 828E was purchased wit h your TriFIT 620 system, you will receive a Bike interface cable. This cable plugs into the TriFIT 620 unit where it is labeled bike and plugs into the connector on the front cover of the Monark 828 Bike.

  • Page 13: Trifit Cart

    TriFIT Cart A cart can be purchased with the TriFIT 620 so you may use your own computer, monitor, keyboard and mouse. Follow the instructions in the previous Section 2: Installing your TriFIT 620-Hardware Installation to connect the TriFIT 620 to your computer.

  • Page 14: Iii. Software Installation

    III. Software Installation Once the TriFIT 620 hardware is setup up, you are now ready to begin the software installation and setup. Step 1 Insert the TriFIT CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. After a minute, a screen will pop- up. Your screen will look like one of the screens below.
  • Page 15 Step 2 Click Next> to begin installation. Step 3 Click Next> to install in the C:\Program Files\TF4 directory. (Keeping the default is recommended)
  • Page 16 Step 4 Click Next> again. (Keeping the default is recommended) Step 5 Click Next> to start copying the files.
  • Page 17 Start TriFIT> Note: This screen will not appear once you are licensed from Polar/HealthFirst (next step). If you do not call to license the software, when the demo hours run out, you will be unable to use your TriFIT 620.

  • Page 18: Iv. Licensing The Trifit620

    (network licenses may be mailed on a 3 ½” floppy disk) Call 800-717-2070 and say you are a customer and would like to license your TriFIT 620 System. Step 1 You will be asked to go into the Help on the...

  • Page 19: Networking The Trifit 620

    Setup Defaults. Networking the TriFIT 620 To network your TriFIT 620 to other computers, whether they are another TriFIT 620, just TriFIT software or a full TriFIT 600 system, the same instructions apply. You can designate one TriFIT computer as the “Server” and all the other TriFIT systems on your network as “Clients”.
  • Page 20 4. To start, go to Start/Programs/HealthFirst/HealthFirst TriFIT Database Locator. Browse to the Data folder on the machine you wish to be the server (C:Program Files\TF4\Data) and click on the TF4_95.mdb file. If you run ‘License.exe’ from the diskette, dblocate will run automatically and you will be prompted to browse to the database location.

  • Page 21: Setup Defaults For Your Tri Fit 620

    V. Setup Defaults for your TriFIT 620 General Defaults Step 1 To set up the TriFIT software to work with your TriFIT 620, go to Defaults/Environment. Step 2 • Select 620 System and the Serial Port you will be using with your computer.
  • Page 22 Step 3 Click Detect 620 Communication Step 4 You should see a message next to one of the Comm Ports: Comm1: TriFIT 620 Detected, Firmware: V2.0 Your TriFIT 620 is setup and working properly!

  • Page 23: Blood Pressure Defaults

    Blood Pressure. If you do not have the Blood Pressure option, close the screen and go to the next section. Step 1 While still in Defaults/Environment, click on the Blood Pressure Tab. Select TriFIT 620 Blood Pressure Option Installed. Calibrating the Blood Pressure Unit will be covered in Section 3.

  • Page 24: Monark 828 Defaults

    Monark 828 Defaults While still in the Environment Defaults, click on the Cardiovascular Tab. Select the Monarch 828E option if it is not selected. It is recommended to keep all other defaults. • The Sub-Max Percent default is 85%. The test will end when the client achieves 85% of their max heart rate as estimated from 220-age.

  • Page 25: Section 3: Operation Of Your Trifit 620

    Section 3: Operation of Your TriFIT 620 In this section • Recommendations for the operating staff • Turning on the system power • Windows desktop • Shutting down the system • Setting up for first time use • Calibration • Testing recommendations •...

  • Page 26: Recommendations For Staff

    Recommendations for Staff • It is recommended that ALL OPERATORS have a basic understanding of Windows operating system. If not, it is recommended that the primary operator take a course in the basic operation of Windows. • Polar/HealthFirst Corporation recommends that ALL OPERATORS complete the entire TriFIT 4.0 tutorial and Video Training.

  • Page 27: Calibration

    Calibration There are 3 components to calibrate on the Standard TriFIT 620 system: • Load Platform (which calibrates both scale and strength test) • Skinfold caliper • Sit & Reach If a Blood Pressure or Bike option was purchased, calibration will be covered at the end of this section.

  • Page 28: Platform Calibration

    Platform Calibration 1. Select “Defaults” from the Main Menu 2. Select “Calibration” 3. Select Load Platform click Calibrate Click Calibrate 4. Make sure nothing is on the scale and click Next>...
  • Page 29 5. Have someone step on the scale that knows their exact weight. The person’s weight should be between 150 and 190 lbs.* 6. The correct calibration constant is between 0.70 and 1.30. Select another item to calibrate or click the close button. It is best to use a person that knows their exact weight and weighs between 150 and 190lbs to calibrate the scale.

  • Page 30: On-Line Skinfold Calipers

    On-line Skinfold Calipers 1. Select Skinfold Caliper 2. Make sure the caliper jaws are closed and click next. (An upgraded Lange caliper is shown in the calibration wizard) 3. Put the calibration dowel in the jaws of the calipers lengthwise. The length of the calibration dowel is 25.4mm.
  • Page 31 4. The correct calibration constant is between 14.00 and 16.00 for the Skyndex and between 18.00 and 22.00 for the Lange calipers. MORE INFORMATION: For more information on how to properly perform an accurate skinfold measurement, see the “Taking Accurate Skinfolds” Tutorial.

  • Page 32: Range Of Motion

    Range of Motion 1. Select Sit & Reach Click Calibrate. The portable 620 Sit & Reach station calibrates exactly the same as the 600 system. 2. Pull the handle slowly out to the foot plate and click the Next> button. 3.

  • Page 33: Blood Pressure

    Blood Pressure Bleed rate testing and adjustment You will need a stopwatch or a watch with a second hand to test the bleed rate. 1. Select a volunteer to test the blood pressure function. 2. Apply the cuff to the non-dominant arm. The cuff should be snug, but not tight.
  • Page 34 6. Choose the default Pump to 160, and Click Continue> 7. Start the test. The unit should begin to inflate the cuff; when deflation begins, start timing. 8. Stop timing when the cuff releases pressure or when results are displayed, whichever comes first. The time should be about 25 seconds +/- 5 seconds.

  • Page 35: Monark 828 Bike

    Monark 828 Bike Once the bike is assembled, there are 2 adjustments that need to be made to insure accuracy of a sub-max bike ergometer assessment. 1. Zero Adjustment of the Pendulum Scale 2. Calibration of Pendulum Scale Tension Zero Adjustment of the Pendulum Scale Device 1.
  • Page 36 Calibration of Pendulum Scale 1. Loosen the tension device so the brake belt feels loose. 2. Make sure the “0” on the pendulum scale lines up with the notch in the Pendulum. (see previous page) 3. Detach the front screw in the frame covers.

  • Page 37: Section 4: Training & Registration

    Section 4: Training & Registration In this section • Testing Recommendations • Training Recommendations • Registration...

  • Page 38: Testing Recommendations

    Testing Recommendations When exercise testing a client or student you must consider the testing battery order. For example: if a cardiovascular test is given first, then a blood pressure measurement is taken, the blood pressure measurement will be affected by the cardiovascular test.

  • Page 39: Training For The Trifit

    Training For the TriFIT The following training steps are mandatory before testing any clients, students or patients. The operator should have a thorough understanding of the function of the system before exercise testing. Any new TriFIT operators should follow the procedures outlined below. As Steps 1 and 2 are completed, note any questions or comments on the Technical Support and Warranty Registration form.

  • Page 40: Register To Activate Warranty And Technical Support

    Polar/HealthFirst customer service representative to review the proper usage of the TriFIT system and answer any questions you may have. It is strongly recommended that each person using the TriFIT 620 follow the recommendations for staff operation guidelines BEFORE testing any clients or members.

  • Page 41: Technical Support And Warranty

    Technical Support and Warranty Registration Polar/HealthFirst Technical Support Team FAX: (505) 344-1200 Number of Pages: ____ Facility Name: ________________________ Product: TriFIT 620 S/N: ______________ Main User Name: Date Tutorials Completed ______________________ ________________ Additional Users: ___________________ ________________ ___________________ ________________ ___________________ ________________...

  • Page 42: Section 5: Support

    Section 5: Support In this section • Troubleshooting • Technical Support • Returns • Warranty • Software license agreement...

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If an error message appears on the screen during normal operation, print the error and fax to Polar/HealthFirst Corporation Technical Support at 505/344-1200. To print a fax technical request form from TriFIT, go to Help and Technical Support. Complete the form and click print. You can then fax this form for quicker response to your question.
  • Page 44 3. Remove the four screws mounting the unit to the station. 4. Unplug the ROM cable from the TriFIT 620 unit. 5. Remove the ROM unit. 6. If out of warranty, you must complete a Service Form before equipment can be repaired.
  • Page 45 7. If still not within ½”, call the Polar/HealthFirst Corporation Technical Support Line (505-344-9679). For additional technical support, check on the web at www.healthfirstusa.com/support...

  • Page 46: Technical Support

    Plan members will be charged for any software update and $40.00 per call. Our staff is fully knowledgeable on physiology, testing protocols and procedures as well as operation of the TriFIT 620 system. For free technical support, check on the web at www.healthfirstusa.com/support...

  • Page 47: Return Authorization

    Return Authorization Before sending any parts back to Polar/HealthFirst Corporation for return, repair or warranty, you must arrange for Return of Materials Authorization. Credit card information or Purchase Order with a completed Polar credit application must accompany the part(s) being returned. •...

  • Page 48: Polar/Healthfirst Corporation Warranty

    Priority Plan Polar/HealthFirst Corporation provides one year of free technical support for TriFIT 620 customers. Customers have the option of renewing their Priority Plan subscription which guarantees on- going support and technical assistance annually. As a Polar/HealthFirst Corporation Priority Plan subscriber, you get the following benefits: •...

  • Page 49: License Agreement

    License Agreement Important By using this software you accept the following terms of this License Agreement. If you do not agree with these terms, you should not use the software and promptly return it for a refund. Ownership Polar/HealthFirst Corporation retains the ownership of this copy of the enclosed software package.
  • Page 50 item to be replaced with proof of payment to Polar/HealthFirst Corporation during the 90-day period after having taken delivery of the software. Polar/HealthFirst Corporation excludes any and all implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose and limits your remedy to return the software and documentation to Polar/HealthFirst Corporation for replacement.

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