Reebok RBMC11980 User Manual
REEBOK®CHEST PULSE SENSOR
Model No.
RBMC11980
ongratulations for
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selecting the state-ofthe-art REEBOK
chest pulse sensor.
The REEBOK®chest
pulse sensor is
designed to let you
continuously monitor
your heart rate as you
exercise on your
treadmill. If you have
a REEBOK
treadmill, the chest
pulse sensor also enables you to use the consoleʼs
two pulse programs.
Please read this manual before using the chest
pulse sensor. If you have questions after reading
this manual, call our Customer Service
Department toll-free at 1-800-999-3756, Monday
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ACD2
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hrough Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time
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(excluding holidays). Please mention model
number RBMC11980 when calling.
WARNING: If you have an implanted medical
device such as a pacemaker, check with
your physician before using the chest pulse
sensor. If you have heart problems, or if you
are over 60 years of age and have been inactive, do not use the pulse programs. If you
are taking medication regularly, consult your
physician to find whether the medication will
affect your exercise heart rate.
Note: REEBOK and the Vector Logo are
registered trademarks and service marks of Reebok.
This product is manufactured and distributed under
license from Reebok International.
HOW TO PUT ON THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR
The unique chest pulse sensor is specially designed
for accuracy, comfort, and durability. To get the best
performance from the chest pulse sensor, please read
the instructions below.
HOW TO PUT ON THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR
The chest pulse sensor consists of two components:
the chest strap and the sensor unit. Follow the steps
below to put on the chest pulse sensor.
Chest Strap
Tab
Sensor Unit
Sensor
Unit
Buckle
Wrap the
2
chest pulse
sensor
around your
chest.
Attach the
other end of
the chest
strap to the sensor unit as described at the left.
Adjust the length of the chest strap, if necessary.
The chest pulse sensor should be under your
clothing, against your skin, and as high under the
pectoral muscles or breasts as is comfortable.
Make sure that the logo is facing forward and is
right-side-up.
Pull the
3
sensor unit away from your body a few inches
and locate the two electrode areas on the inner
side. Using a saline solution such as saliva or
contact lens solution, wet both electrode areas.
Return the sensor unit to a position against your
chest.
Logo
Electrode Areas
Refer to the inset drawing above. Insert the tab
1
on one end of the chest strap through one end of
the sensor unit as shown. Make sure to press the
end of the sensor unit under the buckle on the
chest strap.
CHEST PULSE SENSOR TROUBLE-SHOOTING
If the chest pulse sensor does not function prop-
rly, or if the displayed heart rate is excessively
e
high or low, try the trouble-shooting steps below.
• Make sure that the chest pulse sensor is under your
clothing, against your skin, and as high under the
pectoral muscles or breasts as is comfortable. Note:
If the chest pulse sensor does not function when positioned as described, try moving it slightly lower or
higher on your chest.
• If the chest pulse sensor does not function properly
after you have followed all of the above instructions,
the battery should be replaced in the following way:
Locate the battery
over on the back of
c
the sensor unit. Insert
a coin into the slot in
the cover, turn the
cover counterclockwise, and remove the
cover.
• Make sure that the logo on the sensor unit is facing
forward and is right-side-up.
• Each time you use the chest pulse sensor, use
saline solution such as saliva or contact lens solution
to wet the two electrode areas on the sensor unit
(see the drawing below). If heart rate readings do not
appear until you begin perspiring, re-wet the electrode areas.
• As you walk or run on the treadmill, make sure that
you are near the center of the walking belt and within
armʼs length of the console. For the console to dis-
play heart rate readings, the user must be within
armʼs length of the console.
• The chest pulse sensor is designed to work with
people who have normal heart rhythms. Heart rate
reading problems may be caused by medical conditions such as premature ventricular contractions
(pvcs), tachycardia bursts, and arrhythmia.
• The operation of the chest pulse sensor can be affected by magnetic interference caused by high
power lines or other sources. If it is suspected that
magnetic interference may be causing a problem,
try relocating the treadmill.
• If the chest pulse sensor still does not function properly, test the chest pulse sensor in the following way:
Hold the chest
pulse sensor
and place your
thumbs over
the electrode
areas as
shown.
Next, hold the chest pulse sensor near the console.
While holding one thumb stationary, begin tapping
the other thumb against the electrode area at a rate
of about one tap per second. Check the heart rate
reading on the console.
Electrode Areas
Remove the old battery and insert a new
CR 2032 battery.
Make sure that the
battery is turned so
the writing is on
top. Replace the
battery cover and
turn it clockwise to
close it.
CHEST PULSE SENSOR CARE
• Thoroughly dry the chest pulse sensor after each
use. The chest pulse sensor is activated when the
electrode areas are wetted and the chest pulse sensor is put on; the chest pulse sensor shuts off when
it is removed and the electrode areas are dried. If
the chest pulse sensor is not dried after each use, it
may remain activated longer than necessary, draining the battery prematurely.
• Store the chest pulse sensor in a warm, dry place.
Do not store the chest pulse sensor in a plastic bag
or other container that may trap moisture.
• Do not expose the chest pulse sensor to direct
sunlight for extended periods of time. Do not expose
the chest pulse sensor to temperatures above 122°
Fahrenheit (50° Celsius) or below 14° Fahrenheit
(-10° Celsius).
• Do not excessively bend or stretch the sensor unit
when using or storing the chest pulse sensor.
• Clean the sensor unit using a damp cloth—never
use alcohol, abrasives, or chemicals. The chest
strap may be hand washed and air dried.
CR 2032
Battery
2
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