Polar Electro FIN-90440 User Manual

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    Contents how does polar fitwatch work ................................................ 5 polar fitwatch parts .................................................. 5 getting going ........................................................... 6 how to start heart rate measurement ............................

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    5 4 congratulations on purchasing the polar fitwatch heart rate monitor. We are proud to assist you in achieving your personal fitness goals. This guide will provide you with the basic information on how to exercise with your polar heart rate monitor and how to get the best benefit of its functions....

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    7 6 how to start heart rate measurement 1. Wear the transmitter and the wrist receiver as described previously. 2. Begin with the display showing time of day. 3. To start, choose from the following alternatives: one touch start: in the time mode press and hold the right button of the receiver for a ...

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    9 8 check the time of day whilst exercising you can check the time of day momentarily by bringing the wrist receiver near the transmitter’s polar logo. The time of day and backlight will be on for a few seconds. Stop heart rate measurement 1. Press and hold the left button to stop heart rate measure...

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    11 10 5. Press the right button to select the correct value for the lower limit. The value for the lower limit starts to increase in 5 beats increments. 6. Press the left button to lock your selection. Polar fitwatch enters the time mode. The upper limit cannot be set below the lower limit. When the...

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    13 12 left button: lock your selection right button: select how to set the watch polar fitwatch has two watch functions: alarm clock and time of day. In the setting mode you can first set the alarm clock function and thereafter the time of day function. Start the watch settings by pressing both butt...

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    15 14 setting the time of day 1. In the time mode, press both buttons simultaneously. You enter the alarm clock setting mode. Alarm symbol starts flashing. 2. Press the left button five times to skip the alarm clock setting. Am/pm for time of day is flashing. 3. Press the right button to select am o...

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    17 16 if you aim for improved fitness or exercise for competitive reasons your exercise intensity is moderate or heavy paced, and it causes clear breathlessness and sweating. However, when planning your personal exercise dose, you can vary the workout intensity e.G. If there is a change in your phys...

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    19 18 example 2 example 1 bpm 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 20 age measured hr max 200 180 160 140 120 100 80 190 185 180 175 170 165 160 1 upper limit lower limit upper limit lower limit bpm 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 20 70 age measured hr max 200 180 160 140 120 100 80 190 185 180 175 170 165 160 155 15...

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    21 20 quick guide for exercising before beginning, you should ask yourself two key questions: • what is the amount of my physical activity at the moment? • what are my goals? The following steps help you answer the two questions, get the most out of your polar heart rate monitor, and achieve your pe...

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    23 22 2. Determine your exercise goals it is easier to stay motivated when you determine your reason for exercising and establish a goal. That is why you should determine your personal goal very clearly. Your exercise goal may be one of these: • get used to regular physical exercise • lose weight • ...

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    25 24 care and maintenance your polar heart rate monitor is a high-tech instrument of superior design and workmanship and should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulfill the warranty obligations and enjoy this product for many years to come. Taking care of your polar heart r...

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    27 26 precautions using a polar heart rate monitor in a water environment polar fitwatch receiver is water resistant to 20 meters. To maintain the water resistance, do not operate the buttons of the polar wrist receiver under water. The pressure may cause the receiver to leak. Heart rate measurement...

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    29 28 frequently asked questions what should i do if... ...There is no heart rate reading? 1. Check that the elastic strap is snug enough. 2. Check that the electrodes of the polar transmitter are moistened and that you are wearing it as instructed. 3. Check that you have kept the polar transmitter ...

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    31 30 technical specifications polar heart rate monitor is designed to indicate the level of physiological strain and intensity in sports and exercise. No other use is intended or implied. Heart rate is displayed as number of heart beats per minute (bpm). Polar transmitter battery type: built-in lit...

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    33 32 service polar service will help you get the most out of your polar heart rate monitor. Should your polar heart rate monitor need service, please follow the instructions: check list before you return your polar heart rate monitor for service, please check the following: 1. Is the transmitter be...

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    35 34 limited polar warranty • polar electro oy warrants to the original consumer/ purchaser of this heart rate monitor that the product will be free from defects in material or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Please keep the receipt which is your proof of purchase! • warranty do...

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    37 36 notes disclaimer this product is protected by one or several of the following patents: fi 88223, de 4215549, fr 92.06120, gb 2257523, hk 113/1996, sg 9591671-4, us 5491474, fi 88972, fr 92.09150, gb 2258587, hk 306/1996, sg 9592117-7, us 5486818, fi 96380, us 5611346, fi 68734, de 3439238, gb ...

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    39 38 notes fitwatch.Manual gbr/e 5.1.2001, 10:55 38-39.

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    40 polar fitwatch heart rate monitor ™ user’s manual gbr manufactured by: polar electro oy professorintie 5 fin-90440 kempele finland tel. +358-8-520 2100 fax +358-8-520 2300 www.Polar.Fi 178261 gbr e recyclable material. Graphic design cis, kajaani, finland fitwatch.Manual gbr/e 5.1.2001, 10:55 40-...