Horizon Fitness Elite T5, Service Manual

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5.8 Troubleshooting-Hear Rate (GRIP-PULSE ONLY)
TROUBLESHOOTING HEART RATE (GRIP-PULSE ONLY)
a. Check your exercise environment for sources of interference such as fluorescent lights, computers,
underground fencing, home security systems or appliances containing large motors. These items may
cause erratic heart rate readouts.
b. You may experience an erratic readout under the following conditions:
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Gripping the heart rate handlebars too tight. Try to maintain moderate pressure while holding onto
the heart rate handlebars
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Constant movement and vibration due to constantly holding the heart rate handlebars while exercis-
ing. If you are receiving erratic heart rate readouts, try to only hold the grips long enough to monitor your
heart rate.
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When you are breathing heavily during a workout.
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When your hands are constricted by wearing a ring.
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When your hands are dry or cold. Try to moisten your palms by rubbing them together to warm.
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Anyone with heavy arrhythmia.
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Anyone with arteriosclerosis or peripheral circulation disorder.
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Anyone whose skin on the measuring palm is especially thick.
CHAPTER 5: Troubleshooting