NordicTrack 2500r Treadmill Uk Manual - Page 8

HOW TO USE THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR HOW TO PUT ON THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR CHEST PULSE SENSOR CARE AND MAINTENANCE Before you use the chest pulse sensor, please read all instructions on this page. The chest pulse sensor consists of 1 two components: the chest strap and the sensor unit. Chest Strap • Thoroughly dry the chest pulse sensor after each use. The chest pulse sensor is activated when the electrode areas are wetted and the heart rate monitor is put on; the chest pulse sensor shuts off when it is removed and the electrode areas are dried. If the chest pulse sensor is not dried after each use, it may remain activated longer than necessary, draining the battery prematurely. If the chest strap is not connected to the sensor unit, refer to drawing 2. Insert one of the tabs on the chest strap through one end of the sensor unit. Make sure to press the end of the sensor unit under the buckle on the chest strap-the tab should be almost flush with the sensor unit. Sensor Unit 2 Tab Sensor Buckle Unit • Store the chest pulse sensor in a warm, dry place. Do not store the chest pulse sensor in a plastic bag or other container that may trap moisture. • Do not expose the chest pulse sensor to direct sunlight for extended periods of time. • Do not expose the chest pulse sensor to temperatures above 50° C (122° F) or below -10° C (14° F). • Do not excessively bend or stretch the sensor unit when using or storing the chest pulse sensor. • Clean the sensor unit periodically using a damp cloth; never use alcohol, abrasives, or chemicals. The chest strap may be hand washed and air dried. Next, wrap the chest pulse sensor around your chest and attach the other end of the chest strap to the sensor unit. Adjust the length of the chest strap, if necessary. The chest pulse sensor 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 unit is facing forward and is right-side-up. Pull the sensor unit away from your body a few inches and locate the two electrode areas on the inner side. The electrode areas are the areas covered by shallow ridges. Using saline solution such as saliva or contact lens solution, wet both electrode areas. Return the sensor unit to a position against your chest. CHEST PULSE SENSOR TROUBLESHOOTING The instructions on the following pages explain how the chest pulse sensor is used with the console. If the letters "PLS" appear in the Heart Rate/Calories display, or if the displayed heart rate is excessively high or low, try the steps below. • Make sure that you are wearing the chest pulse sensor as described at the left. If the chest pulse sensor does not function when positioned as described, move it slightly lower or higher on your chest. • Use saline solution such as saliva or contact lens solution to wet the two electrode areas on the sensor unit. If heart rate readings do not appear until you begin perspiring, re-wet the electrode areas. • As you walk or run on the treadmill, position yourself near the centre of the walking belt. For the console to display heart rate readings, the user must be within arm's length of the console. 8