POLAR FT4 - Manual (Page 11)

6. CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION
Caring for Your FT4 Training Computer
Training computer: Clean with a mild soap and water solution, dry with towel. Do not press buttons under
water. Never use alcohol or any abrasive material (steel wool or cleaning chemicals). Keep in a cool and
dry place. Do not store in a damp environment, in non-breathable material (a plastic bag or a sports bag)
nor with conductive material (a wet towel). Do not expose to direct sunlight for extended periods.
Washing Instructions for WearLink Transmitter
WearLink transmitter: Detach the transmitter connector from the strap and rinse the strap under running
water after every use. Dry the connector with a soft towel. Never use alcohol or any abrasive material (steel
wool or cleaning chemicals).
Wash the strap regularly in a washing machine at 40ºC/104ºF or at least after every fifth use. This ensures
reliable measurement and maximizes the life span of the transmitter. Use a washing pouch. Do not soak,
spin-dry, iron, dry clean or bleach the strap. Do not use detergent with bleach or fabric softener. Never put
the transmitter connector in the washing machine or drier!
Dry and store the strap and the transmitter connector separately. Wash the strap in a washing machine
before long-term storage and always after use in pool water with high chlorine content.
Service
During the two-year guarantee/warranty period we recommend that you have service done by an authorized
Polar Service Center only. The warranty does not cover damage or consequential damage caused by service
not authorized by Polar Electro.
Please see the separate Polar Customer Service Card for details.
Changing Batteries
Avoid opening the sealed battery cover during the guarantee period. We recommend that you have the
battery replaced by an authorized Polar Service Center. They test your Polar FT4 for water resistance after
battery replacement and make a full periodic check. Please note the following:
• The low battery indicator is displayed when 10-15% of the battery capacity is left.
• Excessive use of the back light drains the battery more rapidly.
• In cold conditions, the low battery indicator may appear, but will disappear when the temperature rises.
• The back light and sound are automatically turned off when the low battery indicator is displayed. Any alarms set prior to
the appearance of the low battery indicator will remain active.
To change the battery yourself:
Change the sealing ring of the battery cover every time you change the battery. You can purchase the
sealing ring/battery kits at well-equipped Polar retailers and authorized Polar Services. In the USA and
Canada, the additional sealing rings are available at authorized Polar Service Centers only. Keep the
batteries away from children. If swallowed, contact a doctor immediately. Batteries should be disposed of
properly according to local regulations.
When handling a new, fully charged battery, avoid clasp-like contact, i.e. simultaneously from both sides,
with metal or electrically conducting tools, like tweezers. This may short circuit the battery, causing it to
discharge more rapidly. Typically, short circuiting does not damage the battery, but may decrease the
capacity and thus the lifetime of the battery.
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