Polar Electro WearLink 31 User manual

Polar WearLink® +
Coded Transmitter 31
Coded Transmitter W.I.N.D.
User Manual

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This user manual contains instructions for Polar
WearLink® 31 and Polar WearLink® W.I.N.D.
transmitters. The model of your transmitter is
printed on the connector.
Please follow the pictures on the front cover.
The latest version of this user manual can be
downloaded at http://www.polar.fi/support. For
video tutorials, go to
http://www.polar.fi/en/support/video_tutorials.
Transmitter Parts
1. The electrode areas on the reverse side of
the strap detect heart rate. Picture A1.
2. The connector sends the heart rate signal to
the training computer. Picture A2.
Wear the Transmitter
1. Wet the electrode areas of the strap under
running water and make sure that they are
well moistened. Picture B1.
2. Attach the connector to the strap. Adjust
the strap length to fit snugly and
comfortably. Picture B2.
3. Tie the strap around your chest, just below
the chest muscles, and attach the hook to
the other end of the strap. Picture B3.
4. Check that the wet electrode areas are
firmly against your skin and that the Polar
logo of the connector is in a central,
upright position. Picture B4.
Detach the transmitter connector from the
strap after every use, to maximize the
transmitter battery lifetime. Rinse the strap
under running water.
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The Polar WearLink connector can be used
with specific apparel with built-in soft textile
electrodes. Wet the electrodes and clip the
connector onto the apparel without the strap,
with the Polar logo in an upright position.
Teaching the Polar WearLink W.I.N.D
transmitter to communicate with your
training computer
Your new WearLink W.I.N.D. transmitter must
be introduced to your Polar training computer in
order to measure heart rate. Teaching enables
training in a group without interference from
other transmitters.
The Polar training computer and transmitter in
the product set have already been introduced.
When you start using a new transmitter,
teaching is necessary.
For further information on teaching, see your
Polar training computer's user manual.
Care and Maintenance
The transmitter is a high-tech instrument that
should be handled with care. The following
instructions will help you fulfill guarantee
obligations.
Detach the transmitter connector from the
strap and rinse the strap under running water
after every use. Dry the connector with a soft
towel. Never use alcohol or any abrasive
material (steel, wool or cleaning chemicals).
Wash the strap regularly in a washing
machine at 40ºC/104ºF or at lest after every
fifth use. This ensures reliable measurement
and maximizes the life span of the transmitter.
Use a washing pouch. Do not soak, spin-dry,
iron, dry clean or bleach the strap. Do not use
detergent with bleach or fabric softener. Never
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put the transmitter connector in the washing
machine or drier!
Dry and store the strap and connector
separately, to maximize the transmitter
battery lifetime. Wash the strap in a washing
machine before long-term storage, and always
after use in pool water with high chlorine
content.
Keep the transmitter in a cool and dry place. Do
not store wet in non-breathing material, such as
a sports bag. Sweat and moisture keep the
electrodes wet and activated. Do not expose to
direct sunlight for extended periods.
Service
During the warranty period, service the product
at an authorized Polar Service Center only. The
warranty does not cover damage caused by
unauthorized service. See Limited International
Polar Guarantee.
Batteries
To change the battery yourself, follow below
instructions. See picture C.
1. Using a coin, open the battery cover by
turning it counterclockwise to OPEN.
2. Insert the battery (CR2025) inside the
cover with the positive (+) side against the
cover. Make sure the sealing ring is in the
groove to ensure water resistance.
3. Press the cover back into the connector.
4. Use the coin to turn the cover clockwise to
CLOSE.
Open the cover only when changing the battery
to ensure a long life, and make sure the sealing
ring is not damaged, in which case you should
replace it with a new one.
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Battery kits with sealing rings are available at
Polar retailers and authorized Polar Service
Centers. In the USA and Canada, sealing rings
are available at authorized Polar Service Centers
only.
Keep batteries away from children. If
swallowed, contact a doctor immediately.
Batteries should be disposed of in compliance
with local regulations.
Precautions
For allergy information, see the listed materials
in Technical Specifications. Avoid skin
reactions by wearing the transmitter over a shirt,
moistened under the electrodes.
Keep insect repellent away from the transmitter.
The moisture and abrasion may cause
staining on light-colored clothes.
Using Your Transmitter in a Water Environment
Polar WearLink 31 transmitter may be used for
swimming, but interference may occur for the
following reasons:
• Sea- and pool water are very conductive, and
electrodes may short-circuit, preventing ECG
signals from being detected by the
transmitter.
• Jumping or sharp muscle movement may
shift the transmitter so the ECG signals
cannot be detected.
• The ECG signal strength is individual and
depends on tissue composition.
Polar WearLink W.I.N.D. transmitter is water
resistant but will not measure heart rate in
water.
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Technical Specifications
Battery type: CR 2025
Battery sealing ring: O-ring 20.0 x 1.0 Material FPM
Polar WearLink 31
battery life: Average 2 years (1h/day, 7 days/week)
Polar WearLink
W.I.N.D. battery life: Average 2 years (3h/day, 7 days/week)
Operating
temperature: 14 °F to 122 °F/ -10 °C to +50 C
Connector material: Polyamide
Strap material: 35% Polyester, 35% Polyamide,
30% Polyurethane
Limited International Polar Guarantee
• This guarantee does not affect the
consumer’s statutory rights under applicable
national or state laws in force, or the
consumer’s rights against the dealer arising
from their sales/purchase contract.
• This limited Polar international guarantee is
issued by Polar Electro Inc. for consumers
who have purchased this product in the USA
or Canada. This limited Polar international
guarantee is issued by Polar Electro Oy for
consumers who have purchased this product
in other countries.
• Polar Electro Oy/Polar Electro Inc.
guarantees the original consumer/purchaser
of this device that the product will be free
from defects in material or workmanship for
two (2) years from the date of purchase.
•The receipt of the original purchase is
your proof of purchase!
• The guarantee does not cover the battery,
normal wear and tear, damage due to
misuse, abuse, accidents or non-compliance
with the precautions; improper maintenance,
commercial use, cracked ,broken or
scratched cases/displays, elastic strap and
Polar apparel.
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• The guarantee does not cover any damage/s,
losses, costs or expenses, direct, indirect or
incidental, consequential or special, arising
out of, or related to the product.
• Items purchased second hand are not
covered by the two (2) year warranty, unless
otherwise stipulated by local law.
• During the guarantee period, the product will
be either repaired or replaced at any of the
authorized Polar Service Centers regardless
of the country of purchase.
Guarantee with respect to any product will be
limited to countries where the product has been
initially marketed.
This product is compliant with the Directives
93/42/EEC and 1999/5/EC. The relevant
Declaration of Conformity is available at
www.support.polar.fi
/declaration_of_conformity.html.
This crossed out wheeled bin marking shows
that Polar products are electronic devices and
are in the scope of Directive 2002/96/EC of the
European Parliament and of the Council on
waste electrical and electronic equipment
(WEEE) and batteries and accumulators used in
products are in the scope of Directive
2006/66/EC of the European Parliament and of
the Council of 6 September 2006 on batteries
and accumulators and waste batteries and
accumulators. These products and
batteries/accumulators inside Polar products
should thus be disposed of separately in EU
countries.
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This marking shows that the product is
protected against electric shocks.
Copyright 2010 Polar Electro Oy, FIN-90440
KEMPELE, Finland.
Polar Electro Oy is a ISO 9001:2000 certified
company.
All rights reserved. No part of this manual may
be used or reproduced in any form or by any
means without prior written permission of Polar
Electro Oy. The names and logos marked with a
™ symbol in this user manual or in the package
of this product are trademarks of Polar Electro
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Disclaimer
The material in this manual is for informational
purposes only. The products it describes are
subject to change without prior notice, due to
the manufacturer’s continuous development
program.
Polar Electro Inc. / Polar Electro Oy makes no
representations or warranties with respect to
this manual or with respect to the products
described herein.
Polar Electro Inc. / Polar Electro Oy shall not be
liable for any damages, losses, costs or
expenses, direct, indirect or incidental,
consequential or special, arising out of, or
related to the use of this material or the
products described herein.
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This product is protected by one or several of
the following patents: FI23471, USD49278S,
USD492784S, USD492999S, FI68734.
US4625733, DE3439238, GB2149514,
HK81289, FI88972, US5486818,
DE9219139.8, GB2258587, FR2681493,
HK306/1996, FI96380, WO95/05578,
EP665947, US5611346, JP3568954,
DE69414362, FI4150, US6477397,
DE20008882, FR2793672, ES1047774,
FI112844, EP724859B1, US5628324,
DE69600098T2, FI110915. Other patents
pending.
www.polar.fi
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Polar Electro Oy
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