BH FITNESS IRIDIUM AVANT User manual

BH FITNESS IRIDIUM AVANT
OWNER’S GUIDE
BH FITNESS
20155 Ellipse
Foothill Ranch, CA 92610
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.bhnorthamerica.com
Revised 6/26/2007

ASSEMBLY AND USE
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Consult your doctor before starting any
exercise program. It is advisable to
undergo a complete physical
examination. Work at the recommended
exercise level, do not overexert yourself.
If you feel any pain or discomfort, stop
exercising immediately and consult your
doctor. Use the appliance on a solid, flat
surface, with some type of protection for
the floor or carpet. In the interest of
safety, the equipment must have at least
0.5 meters of free space around it. Do
not allow children to play with the
equipment or in the immediate vicinity.
Keep your hands well away from any of
the moving parts. Check the elliptical
trainer before starting the exercise; to
make sure that all of the parts are
attached and that the nuts, bolts, pedals
and focus bars have been tightened
correctly prior to use. Wear appropriate
clothing and footwear for the exercise.
Do not use loose clothing. Do not wear
leather soled shoes or footwear with high
heels.
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This appliance has been tested and it
complies with standard EN957 under
class H.C., suitable for semi-professional
use User maximum weight 300 lbs.
Braking is independent of speed.
IMPORTANT
Read the instructions carefully before
proceeding to assemble the equipment.
Remove all the parts from the cardboard
packaging and check them against the
parts list to ensure that there is nothing
missing.
Do not throw the cardboard away until
the elliptical trainer is fully assembled.
Always use the appliance in accordance
with the instructions. If you discover any
defective component while assembling or
checking the equipment, or if you hear
any strange noise during exercise then
stop. Do not use the appliance until the
problem has been resolved.
EXERCISE INSTRUCTIONS
Use of the ELLIPTICAL TRAINER offers
various benefits; it will improve fitness,
muscle tone and when used in
conjunction with a calorie controlled diet
it will help you to lose weight.
1. Warm-up phase
This phase speeds up the body’s blood
circulation and gets the muscles ready
for exercise. It also reduces the risk of
cramp and sprains. It is advisable to do
some stretching exercises, as shown
below. Each stretch should last
approximately 30 seconds, do not
overexert the muscles. If you feel pain,
STOP.
2. Exercise phase
This phase requires the greatest physical
exertion. After regular exercise the leg
muscles will become more flexible. It is
important to keep the rhythm constant.
The rhythm of the exercise should be
fast enough to bring the heart rate into
the target area, as shown on the
following graph:
This phase should last at least 12
minutes, although it is advisable for most
people to start off with sessions of 10-15
minutes.
3. Cool-down phase
This phase allows the cardiovascular and
muscle system to relax. It consists of
repeating the warm-up exercises, i.e.

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three days per week,
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reducing the rhythm and continuing for
approximately 5 minutes. Repeat the
stretching exercises but remember not to
overexert the muscles. Eventually your
training sessions will have to become
longer and more intensive. It is advisable
to exercise at least
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Muscle toning
You should select a high exertion level in
order to tone muscles during exercise.
This entails greater stress on the leg
muscles, so it may be wise to reduce
exercise times. If you also wish to
improve your overall fitness then you
should change your training program. Do
the warm-up and cool-down exercises as
normal but when you are reaching the
end of the exercise phase, increase the
exertion level in order to make your legs
work harder. You should reduce speed in
order to kee
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Weight loss
In this case the important factor is the
effort made. The more intense and the
longer the session, the greater the
number of calories burned. Even though
you are dong the same work as you do
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully read through the instructions
contained in this manual. It provides you
with important information about
assembly, safe
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1. This unit has been designed for home
use. The
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3. Parents and/or those responsible for
children should always take their curious
nature into account and how this can
often lead to hazardous situati
behavior resulting in accidents.
4. The owner is responsible for ensuring
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precautions.
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person at a time.
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Tie up your shoelaces correctly
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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Fig 1 Parts list
(5) Main body
(11) Main post
(21) Right focus bar or arm
(22) Left focus bar or arm
Rear central pos
(29) Rear stabilizer bar with
adjustable feet
(62) Front stabilizer b
(115) Left footrest
(116) Right footrest
(118) 2 Focus bar spindle cove
(119) 2 Focus bar spindle covers (R
(122) Front central post cover
(124) Rear post spindle cover (R)
(125) Front post spindle cover (R)
(126) Rear post spindle c
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(138) Transformer, 9V
Fig 2 Screws and fasteners
(52) Focus bar spindle spacer
washers
(53) Screws M8x25
(54) Washers M10
(55) Self locking nuts M8
(56) Washers M8 Ø16
(57) Allen screws M8x90
(58) Screws DIN 603
(59) Flat washers M8
(60) Screws M4x30
(61) Screws M3
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TTENTION: The assistance of a
nt of the unit. Insert the screws
ble feet (29), and line up the dots.
sert the screws (58), fit the washers
PORTANT: It is advisable to
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bring the main post (11) up to boss
(13), the washers (14)
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tighten these screws after one
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. ATTACHING THE FOCUS BAR
A
second person is required for this
stage of the assembly.
2. ATTACHING THE STABILIZER
BARS.
First, lift the front of the machine and rest
it on a prop, such as the packaging that
you have just removed. Bring the front
stabilizer bar with wheels (62) to the
main body (5) positioning the wheels at
the fro
(58), fit the flat washers (59) and self
locking nuts (55), and tighten securely.
Fig 3.
Carry out the same operation to attach
the rear stabilizer bar. Lift the rear of the
machine slightly and rest it on a prop,
such as the packaging that you have just
removed. Take the rear stabilizer with
adjusta
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(59) and nuts (55), and tighten securely.
Fig 3.
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retighten these screws after on
month of using the machine.
3. ATTACHING THE MAIN POST
Take the main post (11) an
screws (13) the corrugated washers (14)
and spring washers (16) from the bottom
of the post. Fig.4.
Next,
(D) on the main body, Fig. 4, connect the
terminals (106 with 18) and (108 with
20).
Slip the main post (11) over the boss (D)
on the main body, Fig 4, making sure not
to snag any of the cables.
Refit the screws
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removed previously, and tighten
securely. Fig. 4
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4. ATTACHING THE FOCUS BARS
AND WATER BOTTLE HOLDER
Insert the focus bar spindle (26) through
the spacer bushes on the main post (11),
leaving it centered. Fig. 5
Fit the spacer washers (52) as shown in
Fig. 5. Insert the left focus bar (21)
(marked with the letter “L”) onto the focus
bar spindle (26), then fit the right focus
bar (marked with the letter “R”) on the
other end of the spindle. Fit the bolts (53)
and the flat washers (54) and with the
help of the box spanners (A) tighten
securely.
Attach the water bottle holder (120) to
the main post (11) with screws (142).
Insert water bottle (143) in holder. Fig 5.
5. ATTACHING THE FOOT BARS
Take the left foot bar (32) and position it
on the “U” at the bottom of the left focus
bar (21). Fig. 6. Insert screw (57), as
shown in Fig. 6A, then fit the flat washer
(56) and the self locking nut (55), and
tighten securely.
Take the right foot bar (33
through the same assembly procedure
as with the left.
6. ATTACHING THE FOOTRESTS
Position the left footrest 115 (marked
with the letter “L”) on top of the unit’s left
foot, Fig 6B, (left and right refers to the
user’s position doing exercise) fit screws
(e) and tighten.
Next, position the right footrest
(marked with the letter “R”) on top of the
right foot and secure using screws.
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SPINDLE COVERS
ATTACHING THE CENTRAL COVERS
Take the front (122) and rear (123)
covers and position them on the main
post (11). Fig. 7.
Now use the screws (27) and (60) to
attach them to the post.
8. ATTACHING THE FOCUS BAR
SIDE COVERS
Take the covers (124 and 125), marked
on the inside with the letter “R”, and

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ght hand side, as shown in
the bar using the covers
26 and 127) marked on the inside with
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edure using the
overs (118 and 119) marked on the
ct the two terminals
to pinch any of the cables. Fit the bolts
(5) along with the flat washers (12) and
position them at the spindle end with the
bars on the ri
Fig. 7. Now use screws (27) and (60) to
attach them.
Carry out the same procedure at the
other end of
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the letter “L”.
9. ATTACHING THE FOCUS BAR
SIDE COVERS TO THE FOOT
BARS
Take the covers (118 and 119), marked
on the inside with the letter “R”, and
position them at the end of the foot bars
with the inside of the focus bars on the
right hand side, as shown in Fig. 7. N
use screws (27) to attach them. Use
screws (61) to screw them together.
Carry out the same proc
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inside with the letter “L”.
10. ATTACHING THE MONITOR
Bring the monitor (1) to the main post
(11) Fig. 8, conne
coming out of the main post (11) and the
monitor (1). Fig. 8.
Insert the monitor (1) into the main post
(11), as shown in Fig. 8, making sure not
spring washers (14). Securely tighten all
of the bolts on the main post.
LEVELING
Once the unit has been placed into its
final position, make sure that it sits flat on
the floor and that it is level. This can be
achieved by screwing the adjustable feet
(Y) up or down, as shown in Fig. 9.
MOVEMENT & STORAGE
The unit is equipped with wheels (W), as
shown in Fig. 10, which make it easier to
move. The two wheels at the front of the
unit make it easier to place the unit into
any chosen position by lifting the rear
slightly.
Store your unit in a dry place, preferably
not subject to changes in temperature.
POWER CONNECTION
Insert the plug for the transformer into
the jack on the main body (bottom, rear
of the machine) and then plug the
transformer (138) into a 110-120 V wall
outlet. Fig. 11.
BH RESERVES THE RIGHT TO
MODIFY THE SPECIFICATIONS OF
ITS PRODUCTS WITHOUT PRIOR
NOTICE

CONSOLE
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CONSOLE OPERATION
When the machine is switched on the
console will display U1 in the center of
the screen. Select the user, between U1-
U4, using the ▲/▼keys and then press
the MODE key.
To give you greater control over the
exercise, this console provides
simultaneous read-outs of speed/rpm,
distance, exercise time, calories burned
and pulse rate.
STARTING
The console will switch on automatically
and begin at 45 rpm (on this model
equivalent to approximately 6 km/h on
the console) and switch off if this speed
is not reached or if cancelled.
Optionally, if you wish to have the
console on constantly you can plug the
adapter (9V), supplied with the machine,
into the wall outlet (110 V – 120 V) and
the plug on the adapter into the jack at
the bottom rear of the machine.
The screen will come on automatically
when you begin exercising on program
“U1" (User 1). To enter personal data,
press the MODE key and, with the help
of the ▲/▼and MODE keys, enter
values for sex, age, height and weight.
After entering the last value you can
select the desired program.
If at any time during exercise you press
the START/STOP button then all of the
unit’s functions will stop. Pressing the
START/STOP button again will restart
the machine.
When working without an adapter, the
console switches off automatically as
soon as you stop exercising. When
working with the adapter, the console will
switch off after the machine has been
idle for 4 minutes.
Important: Dispose of electronic
components properly by taking to a
recycling center. Figure 1.
CONSOLE FUNCTIONS
This console has seven function keys:
RECOVERY, FAN ON/OFF, START /
STOP; RESET, MODE; ▲; ▼. PULSE /
THR is displayed at the top of the
console. The center of the screen will
simultaneously display the selected
program level. There are three windows
at the bottom of the display that indicate
the SPEED / RPM; TIME; DISTANCE;
WATTS / CALORIES.
This console also has 1 manual program,
12 pre-set exertion level programs; 1
user defined program; 4 Heart Rate
Control programs and 1 steady watt rate
program.
With the console either stopped or
working the SPEED / RPM and TIME /
CALORIES and DISTANCE / WATT
windows give alternate displays every 5
seconds.
By pressing the RESET key the console
will enter program selection status.
Holding the RESET key down for 4
seconds will reset the console allowing
you to select a new user by pressing the
▲/▼and MODE keys.
STARTING THE FAN
To switch the fan on or off, press the
FAN ON/OFF key.
Whenever you finish your exercise, make
sure that the fan is switched off.
CHANGING FROM ONE WORK MODE
TO ANOTHER
This console allows you to work in 5
different modes: Manual, Program, User,
Pulse (TARGET HR) and Steady Watt
rate. In order to pass from one mode to
another press the START/STOP button
to stop the console, then press RESET
and, with the help of the ▲/▼buttons
and MODE key, select the desired mode.
MANUAL FUNCTION
After entering your personal data the
LEDs for the various programs will start
flashing on the right hand side of the
console. MANUAL, PROGRAM, USER,
HRC and WATT. Press the ▲/▼keys to
select the manual function and press
MODE. Press the START / STOP key to
start exercising and use the ▲/▼keys to
increase or decrease the exertion level.
There are 16 exertion levels. If you press
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screen, exercise will begin directly in
manual mode.
Exercise level programming
If, after selecting manual mode, you
press the MODE key the level window
will start flashing. By pressing the ▲/▼
keys you can program a level for the
exercise (between 1-16 levels). Select
the level and press START / STOP to
begin the exercise.
Programming a time limit
If, after selecting manual mode, you
press the MODE key twice the time
window will start flashing. By pressing
the ▲/▼keys you can program a time
limit for the exercise (between 0-99
minutes). Select the time and press
START / STOP to begin the exercise.
The time will begin to count down until it
reaches zero and the console will beep
several times to advise you that you
have reached the programmed value.
Programming a distance limit
If, after selecting manual mode, you
press the MODE key three times the
distance window will start flashing. By
pressing the ▲/▼keys you can program
a distance for your exercise (between 0.0
– 99.9 km). Select the distance and
press START / STOP to begin the
exercise. The distance will begin to count
down until it reaches zero and the
console will beep several times to advise
you that you have reached the
programmed value.
Programming a calorie limit
If, after selecting manual mode, you
press the MODE key four times the
calorie window will start flashing. By
pressing the ▲/▼keys you can program
the calories for the exercise (between 0-
9990 Cal.). Select the calories and press
START / STOP to begin the exercise.
The calories will begin to count down
until they reach zero and the console will
beep several times to advise you that
you have reached the programmed
value.
Programming the HEART RATE
If, after selecting manual mode, you
press the MODE key five times the
PULSE window will start flashing. By
using the ▲/▼keys you can program
the heart rate for the exercise (between
30-240 BPM). Select the heart rate and
press START / STOP to begin the
exercise. If the heart rate is equal to or
higher than the target value, the console
will beep several times to warn the user
to pedal more slowly or reduce the
exertion level.
PROGRAM FUNCTION
After entering your personal data the
LEDs for the various programs will start
flashing on the right hand side of the
console. MANUAL, PROGRAM, USER,
HRC and WATT. Press the ▲/▼keys to
select the PROGRAM function and press
MODE. Press the ▲/▼keys to select
the program graph (1-12) that you wish
to use and then press the ENTER key.
Press START / STOP to start the
exercise. By default the jump to the next
column occurs every 0.1 km traveled.
To program time, distance, calories
and/or pulse rate, go through the
following procedure: Once the program
has been selected and before pressing
the START / STOP key, press the MODE
key to program the time using the ▲/▼
keys. In this case the time will be divided
into sixteen stages. Press the ENTER
key to program the distance. Press
ENTER again to program the calories.
Press the ENTER key one last time to
program the pulse rate. Press START /
STOP to start the exercise.
You can vary the exertion level during
the exercise by pressing the ▲/▼keys.
USER PROGRAM
After entering your personal data the
LEDs for the various programs will start
flashing on the right hand side of the
console. MANUAL, PROGRAM, USER,
HRC and WATT. Press the ▲/▼keys to
select the USER function and press
MODE. The first column of the exercise
level will start flashing to the left of the
central area of the display. Select the
desired level for this first stage using the
▲/▼keys and then press MODE.

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Repeat this procedure to program all
sixteen stages of the user program.
Press and hold the MODE key down to
exit the profile set up. Press START /
STOP to start the exercise.
To program time, distance, calories
and/or pulse rate, go through the
following procedure: Once you have
defined the user program: Press the
▲/▼keys to select the time. Press the
MODE key to program the distance.
Press MODE again to program the
calories. Press the MODE key one last
time to program the pulse rate. Press
START / STOP to start the exercise
HEART RATE CONTROL PROGRAMS
After entering your personal data the
LEDs for the various programs will start
flashing on the right hand side of the
console. MANUAL, PROGRAM, USER,
HRC and WATT. Press the ▲/▼keys to
select the HRC function and press
MODE. Select the target heart rate for
the exercise. Use the ▲/▼keys to select
the desired option (55%, 75% 90% or
THR) and press the MODE key. The first
three represent the percentage with
respect to maximum heart rate (220-age)
and the fourth is used to specify the
target heart rate manually. In the first
three cases, the lower window on the
display (TARGET HR) will show you the
calculated value for your maximum heart
rate level. If you choose THR then you
should use the ▲/▼keys to select the
desired heart rate and then press
ENTER. Press START / STOP to start
the exercise. The exertion level will
adjust automatically in accordance with
the selected heart rate value. If the pulse
rate is below the target value then the
exertion setting will increase by one level
every 30 seconds until it reaches the
maximum 16. If the pulse rate is above
the target value the console will give out
warning beeps and reduce the exertion
settings by one level every 15 seconds
until it reaches the minimum 1. If the
pulse rate still stays above the target
value for more than 30 seconds the
console will beep and stop in order to
protect the user.
To program time, distance, calories
and/or pulse rate, go through the
following procedure: Once the heart rate
program has been selected and before
pressing the START / STOP key, press
the ENTER key to program the time limit
using the ▲/▼keys. Press ENTER
again to program the distance. Press the
ENTER key one last time to program the
calories. Press START / STOP to start
the exercise.
Your hands must be placed on the pulse
sensors (R) when using these programs.
STEADY WATT RATE PROGRAM
After entering your personal data the
LEDs for the various programs will start
flashing on the right hand side of the
console. MANUAL, PROGRAM, USER,
HRC and WATT. Press the ▲/▼keys to
select the WATT function and press
MODE. By pressing the ▲/▼keys you
can program the watts to produce for the
exercise (between 10-350 Watt.). Select
the watts and press START / STOP to
begin the exercise. The exertion level for
the exercise is self adjusting based on
the speed and number of watts selected.
Three symbols will help you with your
training sessions:
▲– Within the work margin, this
indicates that the speed is too high and
you should slow down.
▼– Within the work margin, this
indicates that the speed is too low and
you should speed up.
------- This indicates that the watts being
produced are outside the work limit
(either too high or too low) so you should
speed up or slow down accordingly. The
console will beep several times to
indicate this status. If the situation
continues for more than three minutes,
the console will give six beeps and then
switch itself off, resetting the watt value
back to zero.
HAND-GRIP PULSE MEASUREMENT
INSTRUCTIONS
PULSE Hand-grip
On this model the pulse rate is measured
by placing both hands on the sensors
(R), located on the handlebar, as shown

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in Figure 2. When both hands are placed
on the sensors the heart symbol on the
right-hand side of the screen, marked
PULSE, will begin to flash and after a
few seconds a heart rate reading will be
displayed.
If both hands are not placed correctly as
shown in figure 3 then the pulse function
will not work.
If a «P» appears on the screen or the
heart symbol does not flash, make sure
that both hands are placed correctly on
the sensors.
TELEMETRIC PULSE RATE
The console is equipped to receive
signals from a telemetric pulse
measurement system. The system is
comprised of a receiver (D) and a
transmitter (chest band) Fig 4.
This telemetric pulse rate system
takes precedence over the Hand-grip
pulse rate system when both are used
together.
TEST MEASUREMENTS: FITNESS
This console is equipped with a recovery
test function. This offers you the
advantage of being able to measure how
long it takes your heart rate to recover
after having finished the exercise. Upon
finishing the exercise leave your hands
on the pulse sensors (R) and press the
«Recovery» button, this will start a one
minute countdown. Only the Time and
Pulse rate function read-outs will remain
displayed. The console will measure your
pulse rate during this minute. The heart
rate recovery time will be displayed on
the Heart rate line.
If, at any time during this minute, you
decide to abandon this test then press
the «Recovery» button and this will take
you back to the main screen.
When the minute is up, the console will
work out the difference and your fitness
rating will be displayed up on the screen:
«F1, F2,..., F5, F6»; where «F1» is the
best (fitness «Excellent») and «F6» the
worst (fitness «Very Poor»).
Pressing the RECOVERY button will
take you back to the main screen, where
the functions will be in the same mode as
when the test began.
The comparison between the worked
heart rate and the recovery heart rate
provides a fast, simple method of
gauging how fit you are. Your fitness
rating is a guideline that shows you how
fast your heart recovers after physical
exertion. If you exercise regularly then
you will see your fitness rating improve.
The test does not work unless you have
both hands placed on the sensors (R)
(Hand-grips). In this case the message
«F6» will appear on the screen at the
end of the test.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Problem:
The display comes on but only the Time
function works.
Solution:
a.- Make sure that the connection cable
is connected.
Problem:
Display segments of a function readout
are not visible or error messages for a
particular function appear.
Solution:
a.- Finish the exercise or unplug it from
the wall outlet for 15 seconds and then
plug it back in.
b.- If the above steps do not help then
replace the console.
9V Transformer
Problem:
The console does not switch on.
Solution:
a.- Check the wall outlet connection
b.- Check the output connection from the
transformer to the machine.
c.- Check the cable connections for the
main post.
Avoid leaving the console in direct
sunlight as this might damage the liquid
crystal display. Similarly, do not expose it
to water or shock.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE
TELEMETRIC PULSE SENSOR
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USE OF THE CHEST BAND
(Pulse sensor)
The chest band transmits the pulse rate
by contact with the chest and sends a
signal to the display.
PRECAUTION: Before beginning any
exercise program, you should consult
your doctor and tell him about the
intensity of the exercise. If you use a
pacemaker do not use the band until you
have consulted with your doctor.
ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THE CHEST
BAND
The key to flawless heart rate
measurement is putting the transmitter
on correctly as described below.
1. Attach the chest transmitter (E) to the
elastic belt (F).
2. Adjust the strap (F) to fit tightly and
comfortable.
3. Secure the strap (F) around your
chest, below the breasts and lock the
buckle.
4. Without detaching the elastic strip (F),
pull the transmitter away from your body
exposing the two grooved areas that are
located on the inside of the transmitter.
Wet the grooved electrode areas with
saliva, contact lens solution or any other
saline solution. Return to its original
position against your skin with the Polar
text in a central up-right position.
5. After wetting the electrodes, do not
slide the transmitter around on your body
as this has the effect of drying the
electrodes. It is recommended to wear
the transmitter against bare skin to
ensure successful operation. If a
transmitter is worn over a shirt, the shirt
has to be well wetted under the electrode
area to ensure proper conductivity.
Wear the band as high as possible just
below the breast bone with the
transmitter in the center and the
electrode contacts flat against the skin.
Doing this correctly assures a correct
reading of the heart beat.
HOW TO IMPROVE CONDUCTIVITY
The technology used for the chest
transmitters is based on measuring ECG
signals. It is important for successful
heart rate measurement that a proper
electrical connection between the skin
and the electrodes of the Polar
Transmitter can be established and
maintained during exercise. Sometimes,
dry skin or hairy chest can create a
nonconductive layer between the
electrodes and chest which prevents
proper and reliable operation of the
transmitter.
Conductivity can be easily improved
through properly wetting the electrodes
by water, saliva, contact lens solution or
other saline solution.
HOW TO GET A PROPER ECG
SIGNAL FOR TRANSMITTER
It is possible, however, that despite the
above mentioned recommendation, the
transmitter does not work well due to a
slightly divergent ECG signal. The ECG
signal of some people can be so weak or
the optimum location may vary so that
the transmitter has to be moved slightly
to left or right in order to get sufficient
voltage difference for the proper
operation of transmitter. Weak ECG
signals can result from heart diseases,
heart surgeries or the natural
characteristics of the heart and the
location of the body potential vectors.
Important. Do not bend or stretch the
electrode strips as this may permanently
damage sensitive internal electronic
components. Recommendation. If you
have a sunken chest, the rubber
electrodes may not make a good contact
without additional pressure and the result
will be intermittent readings. Adding a
second chest band on the transmitter
can solve this problem.
Please remember that this chest band,
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can it be affected by electromagnetic
interference. These can cause incorrect
readings on your chest band.
Sources of interference or situations that
can cause Incorrect readings are:
-Your monitor picks up signals in a radius
of approximately 30 inches. If you are
carrying out exercises too near to
another person that is wearing a chest
band, your screen can pick up their
signal. To avoid this, maintain the
appropriate distance.
-Television set, computers, cellular
telephones, lines of high tension and
electric motors can produce Interference.
If you observe an erratic reading move
away from the interference source. Your
chest band will then return to work
correctly. It is important to place the
chest band correctly to obtain a correct
reading.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF THE
TRANSMITTER -To maintain a proper
level of operation, the transmitter has to
be cleaned regularly after use with a mild
soap and water solution. If you, however,
want to disinfect your transmitter after
use, a chlorine solution similar to that
approved for pool swimming may be
used. Please avoid untested disinfecting
compounds, they may cause permanent
damage to the transmitter. After
disinfecting, the transmitter should be
cleaned by water or soap solution to
avoid allergic reactions on skin.
- After using, clean and dry your unit
carefully. A weak signal can be due to
dirt.
- Do not expose your band to excessive
heat or cold.
- Do not leave your unit exposed to direct
sunlight or in your car
- Keep your unit in a well ventilated
place.
Note. Never use abrasives and other
chemicals as they may cause permanent
damage to the electrodes decreasing
conductivity or durability.
Storing of transmitter. It is highly
recommended to store the transmitter in
a cool and dry place to maximize the
battery life. Before storage all moisture
should be wiped off.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
Question 1:
Heart rate readings take a long time to
appear.
Answer 1:
If the heart rate readings start appearing
after you start perspiring, this is an
indication that the transmitter electrodes
weren’t initially wetted properly prior to
commencing the exercise.
Question 2:
If there is no heart rate reading, please
check the following things:
Answer 2:
a) The transmitter should be placed on
the rib cage just below the breasts with
the word “Polar” facing out, reading right
side up.
b) With the transmitter in position and
reasonably tight around the chest of the
user, pull the transmitter away from the
body and wet the electrodes with water,
saliva, contact solution or other saline
solution.
c) If the readings still fail to appear,
please have someone else try the
transmitter on and see if that person can
get it to work.
d) The following medical conditions may
create problems:
•Premature ventricular contractions,
tachycardia bursts, and arrhythmias can
result in strange or no heart rate
readings.
•If the user has an implanted medical
device such as a pacemaker, you must
consult your physician prior to using the
Polar Transmitter.
e) The ECG signal perceived by the
transmitter is too weak for successful
measurement. Heart diseases, heart
surgeries or natural characteristics of a
heart may result in weak ECG signals. In
many cases, where a weak ECG signal
is the reason for problems, reliable
operation can be obtained by moving the
transmitter a little bit to the left or right.
Remember to rewet electrodes.
f) Electromagnetic interference. Polar
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power transmission lines or other such
devices that generate powerful magnetic
fields located in the area of equipment
usage. If one of your associates has a
Polar heart rate monitor, if possible,
borrow it for a while to check if that unit
works properly in the area of exercise
equipment. If it does not and it works
outside or another area of the house, the
location is very difficult for wireless heart
rate measurement and the equipment
should be moved to another location.
g) Receiver has broken down for some
reason.
Question 3:
Irregular heart rate reading
Answer 3:
a) The most common reason for irregular
readings especially at the beginning of
exercise session is that there is no
proper connection between skin and the
electrodes of transmitter. To ensure a
proper connection, electrodes should be
wetted prior to exercising.
b) Elastic strap is too loose allowing
transmitter to move during exercise.
c) Ensure that there is no anyone else
wearing a transmitter in the reception
area of your receiver. If there are other
transmissions close to you crosstalk may
appear, unless you are using the coded
Products Polar products.
d) Pacemaker and other implanted
devices may change the electrical
characteristics and operation of heart so
that transmitter detects several beats
instead of one beat.
e) Some people have a reversed ECG
signal compared to normal a ECG signal
possibly causing a transmitter to send
two pulses for each heart beat. Please
turn transmitter upside-down.
f) Interferences. Electrical equipment
such as monitors, motors, LED displays,
transformers switches, cellular phones
etc. generate electromagnetic noise
which may cause missing or extra pulses
resulting in incorrect heart rate reading.

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