ICON Health & Fitness NTEL71215.0, User Manual

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 THE CHEST HEART RATE MONITOR

HOW TO PUT ON THE HEART RATE MONITOR

If the heart rate monitor looks like the one shown 

in drawing 1,

 press the transmitter (A) onto the snap 

fasteners on the chest strap (B). 

If the heart rate 

monitor looks like the one shown in drawing 2,

insert the tab (C) on one end of the chest strap (D) into 

one end of the transmitter (E). Then, press the end of 

the transmitter under the buckle (F) on the chest strap; 

the tab should be flush with the transmitter.

Next, wrap the heart 

rate monitor around 

your chest in the loca-

tion shown; the heart 

rate monitor must be 

under your clothes, 

tight against your skin. 

Make sure that the logo 

is right-side-up. Then, attach the other end of the chest 

strap. Adjust the length of the chest strap, if necessary.

Next, pull the trans-

mitter and the chest 

strap away from your 

body a few inches 

and locate the two 

electrode areas (G). 

Using saliva or con-

tact lens solution, wet the electrode areas. Then, return 

the transmitter and the chest strap to a position against 

your chest. 

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

•  Thoroughly dry the electrode areas with a soft towel 

after each use. Moisture may keep the heart rate 

monitor activated, shortening the life of the battery.

•  Store the heart rate monitor in a warm, dry place. Do 

not store the heart rate monitor in a plastic bag or 

other container that may trap moisture.

•  Do not expose the heart rate monitor to direct 

sunlight for extended periods of time, and do not 

expose it to temperatures above 122° F (50° C) or 

below 14° F (-10° C). 

•  Do not excessively bend or stretch the heart rate 

monitor when using or storing it.

•  To clean the transmitter, use a damp cloth and a 

small amount of mild soap. Then, wipe the transmit-

ter with a damp cloth and thoroughly dry it with a soft 

towel. Never use alcohol, abrasives, or chemicals 

to clean the transmitter. Hand wash and air dry the 

chest strap.

TROUBLESHOOTING

•  If the heart rate monitor does not function when 

positioned as described at the left, move it slightly 

lower or higher on your chest.

•  If heart rate readings are not displayed until you 

begin perspiring, re-wet the electrode areas.

•  For the console to display heart rate readings, you 

must be within arm’s length of the console.

•  If there is a battery cover on the back of the trans-

mitter, replace the battery with a new battery of the 

same type.

•  The heart rate monitor is designed to work with 

people who have normal heart rhythms. Heart rate 

reading problems may be caused by medical condi-

tions such as premature ventricular contractions 

(pvcs), tachycardia bursts, and arrhythmia.

•  The operation of the heart rate monitor can be 

affected by magnetic interference from high power 

lines or other sources. If you suspect that magnetic 

interference is causing a problem, try relocating the 

fitness equipment.

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A

B

E

F

C

D

G