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Congratulations on your purchase of a Sportline 560 Duo Heart Rate Monitor. Please keep in mind;
your watch is a sensitive technical instrument. With proper care and maintenance, it will last for many
years. However, improper care and handling can cause the various sensors to be damaged
and to stop functioning.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Please read all sections of this manual carefully and become fully familiar with the operation of
the watch before using it in the field.
Proper setup and operation will greatly enhance the watch’s usefulness and your enjoyment.
The manual is divided into sections outlining each of the major functions of the watch. A drawing of
the watch screen that represents the starting point or other important screens for each operational
process are shown adjacent to the instructions for the process; important keys are shown indicating
PRESS & HOLD
and
PRESS
.
The steps for the programming or operation are adjacent to the screen illustration. Key points and
important information are shown in highlighted blocks.
ACTIVATING THE WATCH FROM POWER DOWN MODE
PLEASE NOTE:
Your watch was originally shipped in Power Down Mode to conserve battery life.
To deactivate Power Down mode:
PRESS & HOLD
ANY KEY
for 5 seconds (see page 21 for more
information on Power Down mode).
WARNING:
Before starting any exercise program or performing any vigorous physical activity, we
strongly suggest you visit your doctor for a complete physical and to discuss your plans.
CAUTION:
Your watch is designed to be water resistant to a static pressure of 5 ATM and can be worn
while showering and light swimming. However, we recommend that extensive use of the unit in the
water be avoided whenever possible. Care should be taken not to press any keys while the unit is
submerged as this can force moisture past the key seals and damage the unit.
CAUTION:
Avoid exposing your watch to extreme conditions for a prolonged period of time.
CAUTION:
Avoid rough usage or severe impacts to your watch.
DO NOT
use hand cream as it will insulate the signal between the skin and sensor contacts.
DO NOT
use the fingertips where the skin is dry and thick. For those with extremely dry skin, moisten
fingers and wrist with tap water or a conductive gel.
CLEAN
the back cover occasionally by using a damp cloth. Then wipe dry to remove any residual
grease.
CLEAN
your skin and fingers with soap and water for a better signal transmission.
AVOID
doing awkward motions during measurement. It may create inaccurate heart rate readings.
INTRODUCTION
WARNINGS & CAUTIONS
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