Precor EFX 5.23 - Manual (Page 29)

Owner’s Manual: Heart Rate Features 13
Exercising to Your Target Heart Rate
CAUTION: Before beginning any fitness program, see your
physician for a thorough physical examination. Seek
advice from your physician to learn the target heart rate
appropriate for your fitness level. Your heart rate should
never exceed 85% of your maximum aerobic heart rate. If it
does, immediately slow down and adjust the ramp incline
or resistance to return to your physical recommended
target zone.
The HEART RATE display shows your heart rate while
exercising. To view your heart rate (beats per minute) on the
display, grasp both touch-sensitive grips.
To test your current heart rate:
• To use the touch-sensitive heart rate grips on the EFX,
grasp both grips and wait five to ten seconds.
• If Hr appears in the HEART RATE display, the EFX is not
detecting a signal, or has not yet determined your heart
rate.
Note: When a signal is detected, the heart rate icon
flashes and a number appears in the HEART RATE
display that indicates your heart rate.
• Always face forward on the EFX and use the stationary
handrail for balance. Keep upper body movement to a
minimum.
Note: If the handheld heart rate sensors do not work for you,
then we recommend that you use a chest transmitter strap. A
chest strap is not included with this model.
Diagram 6: Heart rate target zones
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