Why Heart Rate Monitoring Is
The Smart Way To Exercise:
• Knowing your heart rate helps you to better
understand the state of your current health. And
monitoring your heart rate lets you track changes
over time.
• Heart rate monitoring is the key to an effective
fitness program—whether your goal is to
stabilize weight, trim fat, condition the heart,
or train competitively.
• A heart rate monitor tells you how much effort
you’re putting out. Use this information to
gauge your fitness routine—are you
exercising at the right level for your
age and training status.
• Achieve the results you want by knowing when to
increase the intensity or slow down.
• CARDIO is an easy-to-use device that provides a
precise pulse reading. Use it to get the
maximum benefit from each and
every workout.
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ENGLISH: Operating Instructions
Front Side
Digital Display: Shows
heart rate and time of day.
Pulse/Clock Control
Button: Button switches
between pulse meter and
clock mode.
Back Side
Battery Cover
Battery used 3 V DC (CR2032). Battery included.
Pulse Sensor: Reads
pulse in seconds when
fingertip is placed on the
sensor pad.
Neck Strap: Wear CARDIO
around your neck for use
during exercising.
Time-setting Buttons
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How to Use Your CARDIO Heart Rate MonitorTroubleshooting
1.Press the pulse/clock control button to switch the mode from
clock to pulse meter.
2.When the heart icon appears, place your fingertip lightly on the
surface of the pulse sensor pad. The pad is very sensitive and will
not read accurately if you move your finger or apply too much
pressure. The heart icon will blink while the sensor is reading
your pulse.
3.After a few seconds, the heart icon will blink and your heart
rate will appear on the display. Be sure to keep your finger on the
pad until a reading shows.
If an “E” appears, there was an error during measurement.
Repeat steps 1-3.
4.To set the time, push the pulse control button to access the
clock mode. Using a pin, push the hour and minute buttons on
the back of CARDIO to set the correct time of day.
To Assure an Accurate Reading:
• Place your finger gently on the sensor pad—pressing too hard or moving your
finger may result in an incorrect measurement.
• Make sure your hands are not cold or dirty. Washing hands before using CARDIO
helps assure accuracy.
• When determining your resting heart rate, take a few readings and then calculate
the average. Time of day, temperature, recent meals, alcohol consumption,
cigarette smoking, and your state of mind can affect your heart rate.
• Avoid measuring in direct sunlight.
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Maximum Heart Rate
The chart below shows how various levels of exertion produce different heart rates.
By targeting the appropriate rate during activity, you can get the most out of your
fitness routine. To calculate your Maximum Heart Rate (MHR) per minute, subtract
your age from 220.
When you achieve the maximum from any specific exercise, your heart rate should follow
the pattern shown in the chart below. Measure heart rate during your exercise routine where
indicated by (•). Warm-up and cool-down periods are important to obtain best results.
100%
80%
70%
50%
% of
MHR
RestingRecovery
Exercise Stage
Warm upCool down
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An error occurs, and CARDIO is unable to read your pulse. Make sure that:
• Your finger is not cold
• You hold your finger still during the reading
• Your finger is clean and free of cuts
• You are not pressing too hard on the pad
The display is unclear or completely blank:
• The battery may need replacing. Use a coin to remove the battery cover, and
insert a new one. You will need to reset the time after changing the battery.
Care and Maintenance
• Store CARDIO in a dry area that is protected from direct sunlight or
extreme temperatures.
• Clean your unit using a soft cloth—do not use alcohol or
other cleaners.
• If storing CARDIO for a long period of time, it is recommended that you remove
the battery.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Capacity:30-250 pulses per minute
Precision:± 5% (30~200 pulses per minute)
Clock:Hour-minute display (12-hour display)
Power:3 V DC
Dimension:63 x 43 x 15mm (height/width/depth)
Weight:23 g (includes battery)
Model 6102 CARDIO Heart Rate Monitor
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