POLAR HEARTWATCH - Manual (Page 11)

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Care and
Maintenance
Your Polar Heart Rate Monitor is a high-tech instrument of
experienced 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 RATE MONITOR
• Wash the Polar Transmitter regularly after use with a
mild soap and water solution. Dry it carefully after
washing.
• Never store the Polar Transmitter wet. Sweat and
moisture can keep its electrodes wet and the Polar
Transmitter activated, which shortens the battery life.
• Store your Polar Heart Rate Monitor in a cool and dry
place. Do not store it in any kind of non-breathing
material, such as a plastic bag or a sports bag if it is
wet.
• Do not bend or stretch the Polar Transmitter. This may
damage the electrodes.
• Keep your Polar Heart Rate Monitor out of extreme cold
(below -10 °C/14 °F) and heat (above 50 °C/122 °F).
• Do not expose the Polar Heart Rate Monitor to direct
sunlight for extended periods, such as by leaving it in a
car.
• Do not dry the transmitter in any other way than with a
towel. Hard-handed handling may damage the
electrodes.
Recommendation for an active exerciser:
Goal Duration in Times Intensity
Target Zone a week
Maintain 30-60 min. 2-4 Moderate
fitness at a time
and
well-being
1 Heavy
Improve 60-90 min. 2-4 Moderate
fitness at a time 2 Heavy
Recommendation for a serious exerciser:
Have your maximum heart rate measured and find your
personal Target Zone to get the best benefit of your
training sessions. For more information on heart rate
monitoring
Polar products/Polar books and
booklets.