NordicTrack 19.0 Treadmill Uk Manual - Page 12

HOW TO USE THE CHEST HEART RATE MONITOR HOW TO PUT ON THE HEART RATE MONITOR The chest heart rate monitor consists of two components: the chest strap and the sensor. Insert the tab on one end of the chest strap into the hole in one end of the sensor, as shown in the inset drawing. Press the end of the sensor under the buckle on the chest strap. The tab should be flush with the front of the sensor. Pull the sensor away from your body a few inches and locate the two electrode areas on the inner side (the electrode areas are covered by shallow ridges). Using saline solution such as saliva or contact lens solution, wet both electrode areas. Then, return the sensor to a position against your chest. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Tabs Chest Strap Tab • Thoroughly dry the heart rate monitor after each use. The heart rate monitor is activated when the electrode areas are wetted and the heart rate monitor is put on; the heart rate monitor shuts off when it is removed and the electrode areas are dried. If the heart rate monitor is not dried after each use, it may remain activated longer than necessary, draining the battery prematurely. Sensor Sensor Buckle Next, wrap the heart rate monitor around your chest and attach the other end of the chest strap to the sensor. Adjust the length of the chest strap, if necessary. The heart rate monitor should be under your clothes, tight against your skin, and as high under the pectoral muscles or breasts as is comfortable. Make sure that the logo on the sensor is facing forward and is rightside-up. • 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; do not expose it to temperatures above 122° F (50° C) or below 14° F (-10° C). • Do not excessively bend or stretch the sensor when using or storing the heart rate monitor. • Clean the sensor using a damp cloth-never use alcohol, abrasives, or chemicals. The chest strap may be hand washed and air dried. 12