'HOLYTO'USE THE PULSE'SENSOR
8"
The uniqueheadband-stTle pulse sensorIs specta ly
designedfor greater accuracy, comfod, and durability.
To get the best performance from the pulse sen-
sor, please read the f611owing Instructions.
HOW TO ADJUST THE HEADBAND
Forthe pulse sensor to function properly,the head-
band shouldfitsnugly around your head, without being
uncomfortable.
To a_ust the
headband, in-
sed thead-
justmenttab
throughone
ofthe holes
in the head-
band. Note:
Each time
you exer-
cise, the headband may expand slightly during the
first few minutes of use. It may be necessary to
readjust the headband periodically.
HOW TO PUT ON THE PULSE SENSOR
Rub yourforehead bdefly to stimulate circulation.Put
on the headband as shown below, with the sensor win-
dow centered on your forehead. Make sure thatthere
is no hair between the sensor window and your fore°
head. Attach the clothes clipto yourcollar. The clothes
clipwillreduce the movement of the pulse sensor wire,
helping to ensure accurate pulse readings.
Sensor
Window
Clothes
L/
IMPORTANT: To avoid static build-up that may
damage the console, wear the pulse sensor only
while you are on the treadmill.
GUIDELINES FOR ACCURATE PULSE READINGS
The instructionson page 12 explain how the pulse
sensor isused with the console (see PULSE
DISPLAY). For the best results, remember the follow-
ingimpodant guidelines:
1. Before puttingon the headband, rub yourforehead
brieflyto stimulate circulation.
2. Make sure that the headband t'dssnugly, without
being uncomfortable. If the headband is too loose or
tight, yourpulse may not be detected.
.The headband must be wornwith the sensor win-
dow centered on your forehead. Make sure that
there is no hair between the sensor window and
yourfo_'ehead.Make-up appliedto the forehead
may interfere with pulse readings. Note: If the pulse
sensor does not detect your pulsewhen the sensor
window is centered on your forehead, try positioning
the sensor window above your dghtor left eyebrow.
Dependingon the shape ofyourforehead, it may be
easier to detect your pulsefrom a different position.
4. Make sure that the pulse sensor wire is fully
plugged intothe jack on the console.
5. Because yourpulse constantlychanges, the pulse
sensorwillsample your pulse everyfew seconds.
When you first put on the pulsesensor, itmay take
up to ten seconds for an accurate pulseto be shown.
6. Avoid excessive head movement during exercise.
7. The sensorwindow shouldbe cleaned weekly when
the treadmillis used regularly.Moisten acottonswab
withwater, and carefully wipe the sensorwindow.
HOW TO SOLVE COMMON PULSE PROBLEMS
1. Ifyou are weadng the pulse sensor and the NO
PULSE DETECTED indicatorlights,refer to guide-
I_nes2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 above.
.
3.
If the pulseshown in the PULSE display seems ex-
cessivelyhigh or low, refer to guideline 5.
If error code "E5" appears in the PULSIE display,
refer to guidelines 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7.
4. If the letters =PLS" appear In the PULSE display,
refer to guidelines 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7.
CLEANING THE PULSE SENSOR AND HEADBAND
Remove the headband from the pulse sensor. Wipe
the pulse sensorwith a damp cloth; never Immerse
the pulse sensor In water. Hand wash the headband
in milddetergent, gently wdng it out, and let itair dry.
