NordicTrack E 14.5 Elliptical Manual

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18HOW TO PUT ON THE HEART RATE MONITORThe heart ratemonitor consists ofa chest strap and asensor. Insert thetab on one end ofthe chest strap intothe hole in one endof the sensor asshown. Then, pressthe end of the sen-sor under the buckleon the chest strap.The tab should beflush with the front ofthe sensor.The heart rate moni-tor must be wornunder your clothes,tight against yourskin. Wrap the heartrate monitor aroundyour chest in thelocation shown.Make sure thatthe logo is right-side-up. Then, attach the other end of the chest strapto the sensor. Adjust the length of the chest strap, ifnecessary.Pull the sensor away from your body a few inches andlocate the two electrode areas, which are covered byshallow ridges. Using saline solution such as saliva orcontact lens solution, wet the electrode areas. Then,return the sensor to a position against your chest.CARE AND MAINTENANCE• Thoroughly dry the sensor with a soft towel aftereach use. Moisture may keep the sensor activated,shortening the life of the battery.• Store the heart rate monitor in a warm, dry place. Donot store the heart rate monitor in a plastic bag orother container that may trap moisture.• Do not expose the heart rate monitor to direct sun-light for extended periods of time; do not expose it totemperatures above 122° F (50° C) or below 14° F(-10° C).• Do not excessively bend or stretch the sensor whenusing or storing the heart rate monitor.• To clean the sensor, use a damp cloth and a smallamount of mild soap. Then, wipe the sensor with adamp cloth and thoroughly dry it with a soft towel.Never use alcohol, abrasives, or chemicals to cleanthe sensor. Hand wash and air dry the chest strap.TROUBLESHOOTINGIf the heart rate monitor does not function properly, trythe steps below.• Make sure that you are wearing the heart rate moni-tor as described at the left. If the heart rate monitordoes not function when positioned as described,move it slightly lower or higher on your chest.• If heart rate readings are not displayed until youbegin perspiring, rewet the electrode areas.• For the console to display heart rate readings, youmust be within arm’s length of the console.• If there is a battery cover on the back of the sensor,replace the battery with a new battery of the sametype.• The heart rate monitor is designed to work withpeople who have normal heart rhythms. Heart ratereading 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 beaffected by magnetic interference from high powerlines or other sources. If you suspect that magneticinterference is causing a problem, try relocating thefitness equipment.THE CHEST HEART RATE MONITORSensorTabBuckleChestStrapTabsSensor