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How to Troubleshoot the Heart Rate Monitor
If the heart rate monitor does not function properly, try the steps below .
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Make sure that you are wearing the heart rate monitor as described in HOW TO PUT ON THE HEART RATE MONITOR on
page 8 . If the heart rate monitor does not function when positioned as described, move it slightly lower or higher on
your chest .
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If heart rate readings are not displayed until you begin perspiring, rewet the electrode areas .
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The heart rate monitor is designed to work with people who have normal heart rhythms . Heart rate reading problems may
be caused by medical conditions such as premature ventricular contractions (pvcs), tachycardia bursts, and arrhythmia .
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If the heart rate monitor still does not function properly, remove the sensor from the chest
strap and locate the battery cover on the back of the sensor . Insert the edge of a coin into
the slot in the battery cover, turn the battery cover counterclockwise, and remove the battery
cover . Next, remove the old battery and insert a new CR 2032 battery;
make sure that the
battery is oriented so that the text is facing away from the sensor.
Then, reattach the
battery cover and turn it clockwise .
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The heart rate monitor can also transmit to compatible BLUETOOTH Smart fitness equipment
such as treadmills and ellipticals . To use the heart rate monitor with other fitness equipment,
make sure that a BLUETOOTH Smart receiver is included in the fitness equipment .
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For the console on other fitness equipment to display heart rate readings, you must be within arm’s length of the console .
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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 .
