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RST5.6 & RCT 7.6 Sears Service Manual 2007
Heart Rate Troubleshooting
Heart Rate Troubleshooting
Problem: There is no heart rate reading.
Solution: Remove the console and verify that the heart rate cables are attached properly, not damaged, cut or pinched, making
sure that the cables are securely inserted into the console.
Check your exercise environment for sources of interference such as large motors from other appliances, security/intercom sys-
tems, fluorescent lights, cordless phone, etc.
You may experience an erratic Heart Rate readout under the following conditions:
• Gripping the heart rate handlebars too tight. Try to maintain moderate pressure while holding onto the heart rate
handlebars.
• Constant movement and vibration due to constantly holding the heart rate grips while exercising, try stopping your
workout while taking pulse.
• When you are breathing heavily during a workout.
• When your hands are constricted by wearing a ring.
• When your hands are dry or cold. Try moistening your palms or rubbing them together to warm.
• Anyone with heavy arrhythmia.
• Anyone with arteriosclerosis or peripheral circulation disorder.
• Anyone whose skin on the measuring palms is especially thick.
NOTE: Outside interference sources such as computers, motors and fluorescent lights may cause the heart rate reading to be
erratic.
Proper use instructions
Handlebars
Place the palm of your hands directly on the grip pulse handlebars. Both hands must grip the bars for your heart rate to register.
It takes 5 consecutive heart beats (15-20 seconds) for your heart rate to register. When gripping the pulse handlebars, do not
grip tightly. Holding the grips tightly may elevate your blood pressure. Keep a loose, cupping hold. You may experience an erratic
readout if consistently holding the grip pulse handlebars. Make sure to clean the pulse sensors to ensure proper contact can be
maintained.
