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The Precor Cardiologic
TM
System has many unique features. Before you use the chest strap
transmitter, Cardiovascular Course, Fitness Test, or Weight Loss program, please study this
section thoroughly. Included in this section are the following:
• wearing the chest strap transmitter • using the weight loss program
• understanding Smart Rate • correcting inconsistent heart rate readings
• utilizing the cardiovascular course • troubleshooting heart rate error messages
• taking the Fitness Test
Important: If you do not use the Precor Heart Rate Option according to the guidelines found in this
manual, you could jeopardize the accuracy of your heart rate readings or void the manufacturer’s
limited warranty.
Wearing the Chest Strap Transmitter
The Precor Heart Rate Option is a completely wireless system. A built-in receiver displays continual
feedback about your heart rate when you wear the transmitter strap around your chest. No bulky
wires or cables interfere with your movements.
The wireless chest strap contains the electrodes that transmit your heart rate (pulse) to the
receiver. To get an accurate reading, the electrodes need to be
moist
and in
direct contact
with
your skin.
Be sure to wear the chest strap underneath your clothing
.
Take the following steps to put on the chest strap:
Precor Smart Rate
®
and Cardiologic
TM
System
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1. Adjust the tightness of the chest strap by sliding the
buckle along the strap.
2. Determine the length of the strap by wrapping it around
your chest. Without stretching the strap, check the
distance between the two ends of the strap. For a snug fit,
the ends of the strap should be about 6 inches (15 cm)
apart. See Diagram 12.
3. Remove the strap from around your chest and carefully
dampen the electrode strips with tap water as shown in
Diagram 13 or use the Precor spray. Do not use deionized
water. To function properly, the electrodes need the salts
and minerals found in non-purified water. During your
workout, your perspiration keeps the electrodes moist.
4. Buckle the strap around your chest. The strap should feel
snug, not restrictive. Make sure that the transmitter lies
horizontally across your chest and is centered in the
middle of your chest. See Diagram 14.
Note: The chest strap transmitter has a one-year
warranty. Some straps have a replaceable battery and
other straps are disposable. To change the battery, refer
to
Changing the Battery in the Chest Strap
.
With the proper adjustment of the chest strap, you are ready to
begin using the Precor Heart Rate Option.
Diagram 12
Determine proper
length.
6 in.
(15 cm)
Diagram 13
Moisten electrodes.
If needed, use the
spray included with
the Precor Heart
Rate Option.
Diagram 14
Buckle chest strap.