Polar H2, H1 User Manual

Polar Soft Strap
Polar H1 Heart Rate Sensor
Polar H2 Heart Rate Sensor

User Manual

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This user manual contains instructions for Polar
Soft strap, and Polar H1 and H2 heart rate
sensors. The model of your heart rate sensor is
printed on the connector.

The latest version of this user manual can be
downloaded at www.polar.com/support. For
video tutorials, go to
www.polar.com/support/video_tutorials.

Please follow the pictures on the front and back
covers.

Heart Rate Sensor Parts

1. The plastic electrode areas on the reverse

side of the strap detect heart rate. Picture
A1.

2. The connector sends the heart rate signal

to the training computer. Picture A2.

Polar heart rate sensors enable training in a
group without interference from other heart rate
sensors.

Heart rate sensors with Polar specific
magnetic data transmission technology, e.g.
Polar H1 and H2, can be used with compatible
gym equipment.

Wear the Heart Rate Sensor

1. Moisten the electrode areas of the strap.
Picture B1.

2. Attach the connector to the strap. Picture
B2.

3. Tie the strap around your chest, just below
the chest muscles, and attach the hook to
the other end of the strap. Picture B3.

4. Adjust the strap length to fit tightly but
comfortably.

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5. Check that the moist electrode areas are
firmly against your skin and that the Polar
logo of the connector is in a central and
upright position. Picture B4.

Detach the connector from the strap and rinse
the strap under running water after every use.
Sweat and moisture may keep the electrodes
wet and the heart rate sensor activated. This
will reduce the battery life.

See detailed washing instructions in the Caring
for Your Heart Rate Sensor section.

Using a New Heart Rate Sensor

When you purchase a new Polar H2 heart rate
sensor, it has to be paired with the training
computer in order to measure your heart rate.
See your Polar training computer's user manual
for instructions on how to take the heart rate
sensor into use.

Using Your Heart Rate Sensor in Water

Polar H1 and Polar H2 heart rate sensors can
be used in water activities with training
computers that use magnetic data transmission.
Please notice that sea and pool water are very
conductive, and electrodes may short-circuit,
preventing ECG signals from being detected by
the heart rate sensor.

When using a bathing suit, the best
performance is achieved by wearing the heart
rate sensor underneath it.

Caring for Your Heart Rate Sensor

The heart rate sensor is a high-tech instrument
that should be handled with care. Follow the
caring instructions to ensure reliable
measurement and to maximize the life span of
the heart rate sensor. The following instructions
will help you fulfill guarantee obligations.

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Connector: Detach the connector from the strap

after every use and dry the connector with a soft
towel. Clean the connector with a mild soap and
water solution when needed. Never use alcohol
or any abrasive material (eg. steel wool or
cleaning chemicals).

Strap: Rinse the strap under running water after

every use and hang to dry. Clean the strap
gently with a mild soap and water solution when
needed. Do not use moisturizing soaps, because
they can leave residue on the strap. Do not
soak, iron, dry clean or bleach the strap. Do not
stretch the strap or bend the electrode areas
sharply.

Dry and store the strap and the connector
separately, to maximize the heart rate sensor
battery lifetime. Keep the heart rate sensor in

a cool and dry place. Do not store the heart rate
sensor wet in non-breathing material, such as a
sports bag, to prevent snap oxidation. Do not
expose the heart rate sensor to direct sunlight
for extended periods.

Check the label on your strap to see if it is
machine washable. Never put the strap or the
connector in a dryer!

Service

During the two-year guarantee/warranty period
we recommend that you have service, other than
battery replacement, 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. For
contact information and all Polar Service Center
addresses, visit www.polar.com/support and
country specific websites.

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