Hammer Strength PT-AB, Owner'S Manual

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NOTE: When cleaning the exterior of the unit, a non-abrasive cleaner and soft cotton cloth are strongly
recommended. At no time should cleaner be applied directly to any part of the equipment.
Approved and Compatible Cleaners
Two preferred cleaners have been approved by reliability experts: PureGreen 24 and Gym Wipes. Both cleaners will
safely and effectively remove dirt, grime and sweat from equipment. PureGreen 24 and the Antibacterial Force
formula of Gym Wipes are both disinfectants that are effective against MRSA and H1N1.
PureGreen 24 is available in a spray which is convenient for gym staff to use. Apply the spray to a microfiber cloth and
wipe down the equipment. Use PureGreen 24 on the equipment for at least 2 minutes for general disinfection
purposes and at least 10 minutes for fungus and viral control.
Gym Wipes are large, durable pre-moistened wipes to use on the equipment before and after workouts. Use Gym
Wipes on the equipment for at least 2 minutes for general disinfection purposes.
Contact Customer Support Services to order these cleaners (1-800-351-3737 or email:
customersupport@lifefitness.com ).
Mild soap and water or a mild non-abrasive household cleaner can also be used to clean the display and all exterior
surfaces. Use a soft microfiber cloth only. Apply the cleaner to the microfiber cloth before cleaning. DO NOT use
ammonia or acid based cleaners. DO NOT use abrasive cleaners. DO NOT use paper towels. DO NOT apply cleaners
directly to the equipment surfaces.
Troubleshooting the Polar Heart Rate Chest Strap ®
Heart rate reading is erratic or absent entirely
Probable Cause Corrective Action
Belt transmitter electrodes are not wet enough to pick up
accurate heart rate readings. Wet the belt transmitter electrodes.
Belt transmitter electrodes are not laying flat against the
skin. Ensure the belt transmitter electrodes are laying flat
against the skin.
Belt transmitter needs cleaning. Wash the belt transmitter with mild soap and water.
Belt transmitter not properly set up. Setup of the belt transmitter is accomplished by initially
bringing it with in 1 foot of the receiver. The receiver is in
the console. After the heart rate is displayed on the
console the range is extended to 3 feet.
This LCD console only supports an Analog signal.
Chest strap battery is depleted. Contact Customer Support Services for instructions on
how to have the chest strap replaced.
Abnormally elevated heart rate readings
Probable Cause Corrective Action
Electromagnetic interference from television sets and/or
antennas. Move the exercise equipment a few inches away from the
probable cause, or move the probable cause a few
inches away from the exercise equipment, until the heart
rate readings are accurate.
Electromagnetic interference from cell phones.
Electromagnetic interference from computers.
Electromagnetic interference from cars.
Electromagnetic interference from high voltage power
lines.
Electromagnetic interference from motor driven exercise
equipment.
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