Like any electronic device, the training computer should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulfill guarantee obligations and enjoy this product for many years to come.
Training computer and heart rate sensor: Keep in a cool and dry place. Do not store in a damp environment, in non-breathable material (a plastic bag or a sports bag) or with conductive material (a wet towel). Do not expose to direct sunlight for extended periods. Clean with a mild soap and water solution, dry with towel. Never use alcohol or any abrasive material (steel wool or cleaning chemicals). Do not bend or stretch the transmitter. This may damage the electrodes. Do not press the button of your training computer under running water.
Elastic Strap: Rinse with water after every use. Wash after swimming. If used regularly, wash at least once every three weeks in a washing machine at 40°C / 104°F. Use a washing pouch. Do not soak, and use neither detergent with bleach nor fabric softener. Do not dry-clean, spin-dry or iron.
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For contact information and all Polar Service Center addresses, visit www.polar.com/support and country specific websites.
Register your Polar product at http://register.polar.fi/ to ensure we can keep improving our products and services to better meet your needs.
The username for your Polar Account is always your email address. The same username and password are valid for Polar product registration, polarpersonaltrainer.com, Polar discussion forum and newsletter registration.
Training Computer Battery
Do not open the training computer yourself. We recommend that you have the battery replaced by an authorized Polar Service Center. They test your Polar FT1/FT2 for water resistance after battery replacement and make a full periodic check. Please note the following:
The low battery indicator is displayed when 10-15% of the battery capacity is left.
Excessive use of the back light drains the battery more rapidly.
In cold conditions, the low battery indicator may appear, but will disappear when the temperature rises.
The back light and sound are automatically turned off when the low battery indicator is displayed.
Transmitter Battery
If you suspect that the transmitter battery has discharged, contact your authorized Polar Service Center for a replacement transmitter.
The Polar training computer shows your performance indicators. Polar training computer is designed to indicate the level of physiological strain and recovery during and after exercise session. No other use is intended or implied.
The Polar training computer should not be used for obtaining environmental measurements that require professional or industrial precision.
Minimizing risks when exercising
Exercise may include some risk. Before beginning a regular exercise program, it is recommended that you answer the following questions concerning your health status. If you answer yes to any of these questions, we recommend that you consult a doctor before starting any training program.
Have you been physically inactive for the past five years?
Do you have high blood pressure or high blood cholesterol?
Do you have symptoms of any disease?
Are you taking any blood pressure or heart medication?
Do you have a history of breathing problems?
Are you recovering from a serious illness or medical treatment?
Do you use a pacemaker or other implanted electronic device?
Do you smoke?
Are you pregnant?
In addition to exercise intensity, medications for heart conditions, blood pressure, psychological conditions, asthma, breathing, etc., as well as some energy drinks, drugs, alcohol, and nicotine may also affect heart rate.
It is important to be sensitive to your body’s responses during exercise. If you feel unexpected pain or excessive fatigue when exercising, it is recommended that you stop the exercise or continue at a lighter intensity.
Note! If you are using a pacemaker, you can use Polar training computers. In theory interference to pacemaker caused by Polar products should not be possible. In practice no reports exist to suggest anyone ever having experienced interference. We cannot however issue an official guarantee on our products’ suitability with all pacemakers or other implanted devices due to the variety of devices available. If you have any doubts, or if you experience any unusual sensations while using Polar products, please consult your physician or contact the implanted electronic device manufacturer to determine safety in your case.
If you are allergic to any substance that comes into contact with your skin or if you suspect an allergic reaction due to using the product, check the listed materials in Technical Specifications. In case of any skin reaction, stop using the product and consult your physician.
The combined impact of moisture and intense abrasion may cause a black color to come off the heart rate sensor’s surface, possibly staining light-colored clothes. If you use perfume or insect repellent on your skin, you must ensure that it does not come into contact with the training computer or the heart rate sensor.
If you train in cold conditions (-20 °C to -10 °C / -4 °F to 14 °F ) we recommend that you wear the training computer under the sleeve of your jacket, directly on your skin.
Exercise equipment with electronic components may cause interfering stray signals.
To tackle these problems, try the following:
Remove the heart rate sensor from your chest and use the exercise equipment as you would normally.
Move the training computer around until you find an area in which it displays no stray reading or does not flash the heart symbol. Interference is often worst right in front of the display panel of the equipment, while the left or right side of the display is relatively free of disturbance.
Put the heart rate sensor back on your chest and keep the training computer in this interference-free area as much as possible.
If your training computer still does not work, the piece of equipment may be electrically too noisy for wireless heart rate measurement.
For further information, see www.polar.com/support.
Water Resistance of the FT1/FT2 Training Computer
FT1 and FT2 training computers may be worn when swimming. To maintain water resistance, do not press the button under water. For more information, visit http://www.polar.com/support. Water resistance of Polar products is tested according to International Standard ISO 2281. Products are divided into three categories according to their water resistance. Check the back of your Polar product for the water resistance category, and compare it to the chart below. Please note that these definitions do not necessarily apply to products of other manufacturers.
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Marking on case back |
Water resistant characteristics |
|---|---|
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Water resistant |
Protected against wash splashes, sweat, raindrops etc. Not suitable for swimming. |
|
Water resistant 30 m/50 m WR 30M/WR 50M |
Suitable for bathing and swimming |
|
Water resistant 100 m WR 100M |
Suitable for swimming and snorkeling (without air tanks) |
If you've lost your way in the menu, press and hold the button until time of day is displayed.
If the heart rate reading becomes erratic, extremely high or shows nil (00), make sure that there are no other heart rate transmitters within 1 m/3 ft and that the transmitter fits snugly and is moistened, clean and undamaged.
Strong electromagnetic signals can cause erratic readings. Electromagnetic disturbances may occur near exercise equipment with electronic components, high-voltage power lines, traffic lights, overhead lines of electric railways, electric bus lines or trams, televisions, car motors, bike computers, some motor-driven exercise equipment, cellular phones, or at electric security gates.
If the abnormal reading continues despite moving away from the source of disturbance, slow down and check your pulse manually.
If you feel it corresponds to the high reading on the display, you may be experiencing cardiac arrhythmia. Most cases of arrhythmia are not serious, but consult your doctor nevertheless.
A cardiac event may have altered your ECG waveform. In this case, consult your physician.
If heart rate measurement does not work despite the actions mentioned previously, the battery of your heart rate sensor may be empty.
Troubleshooting Checklist
| If you experience difficulties with heart rate measuremant, consider the following:
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Training Computer
| Battery type | CR 2025 |
| Battery life | Average 2 years (1 h/day, 7 days/week exercise) |
| Operating temperature | -10 °C to +50 °C / 14 °F to 122 °F |
Wrist strap material | Thermoplastic Polyurethane |
Back cover, buckle and tongue | Stainless steel complying with the EU Directive 94/27/EU and amendment 1999/C 205/05 on the release of nickel from products intended to come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin. |
Watch accuracy | Better than ± 2.0 seconds/day at 25 °C / 77 °F temperature. |
Accuracy of heart rate measurement | ± 1% or ± 1 bpm, whichever larger, definition applies to steady state conditions. |
Heart rate sensor
| Battery life | Average 2500 hours |
Operating temperature | -10 °C to +50 °C / 14 °F to 122 °F |
Heart rate sensor material | Polyurethane |
Strap material | Buckle: Polyurethane, Fabric: Nylon 46 %, polyester 32%, natural rubber (latex) 22% |
Limit values
| Heart rate measuring range | 15 - 240 bpm |
Heart rate limits | 30 - 199 bpm |
Watch | 24 h or 12 h |
Exercise duration | 0 - 23:59 |
Exercise time display | < 1 h: mm:ss, > 1 h: hh:mm |
Age | 10 - 99 |
Limited Polar International Guarantee
This guarantee does not affect the consumer’s statutory rights under applicable national or state laws in force, or the consumer’s rights against the dealer arising from their sales/purchase contract.
This limited Polar international guarantee is issued by Polar Electro Inc. for consumers who have purchased this product in the USA or Canada. This limited Polar international guarantee is issued by Polar Electro Oy for consumers who have purchased this product in other countries.
Polar Electro Oy/Polar Electro Inc. guarantees the original consumer/purchaser of this device that the product will be free from defects in material or workmanship for two (2) years from the date of purchase.
The receipt of the original purchase is your proof of purchase!
The guarantee does not cover normal wear and tear of the battery, or other normal wear and tear, damage due to misuse, abuse, accidents or non-compliance with the precautions; improper maintenance, commercial use, cracked, broken or scratched cases/ displays, armband, elastic strap and Polar apparel.
The guarantee does not cover any damage/s, losses, costs or expenses, direct, indirect or incidental, consequential or special, arising out of, or related to the product.
Items purchased second hand are not covered by the two (2) year warranty, unless otherwise stipulated by local law.
During the guarantee period, the product will be either repaired or replaced at any of the authorized Polar Service Centers regardless of the country of purchase.
Guarantee with respect to any product will be limited to countries where the product has been initially marketed.
Copyright © 2013 Polar Electro Oy, FIN-90440 KEMPELE, Finland. All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be used or reproduced in any form or by any means without prior written permission of Polar Electro Oy.
The names and logos in this user manual or in the package of this product are trademarks of Polar Electro Oy. The names and logos marked with a ® symbol in this user manual or in the package of this product are registered trademarks of Polar Electro Oy. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation and Mac OS is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
Polar Electro Oy is a ISO 9001:2008 certified company.
Compliance Statement
Canada
Polar Electro Oy has not approved any changes or modifications to this device by the user. Any changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Polar Electro Oy n’a approué aucune modification apportée à l’appareil par l’utilisateur, quelle qu’en soit la nature. Tout changement ou toute modification peuvent annuler le droit d’utilisation de l’appareil par l’utilisateur.
Industry Canada (IC) regulatory information
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada
Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communication satisfaisante.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Class B digital device notice
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003, RSS-Gen and RSS-210.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003, CNR-Gen et CNR-210 du Canada.
USA
Polar Electro Oy has not approved any changes or modifications to this device by the user. Any changes or modifi cations could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC regulatory information
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
This product emits radio frequency energy, but the radiated output power of this device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits forth for an uncontrolled environment. Nevertheless, the device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact with the antenna during normal operation is minimized.
Disclaimer
The material in this manual is for informational purposes only. The products it describes are subject to change without prior notice, due to the manufacturer’s continuous development program.
Polar Electro Inc./Polar Electro Oy makes no representations or warranties with respect to this manual or with respect to the products described herein.
Polar Electro Inc./Polar Electro Oy shall not be liable for any damages, losses, costs or expenses, direct, indirect or incidental, consequential or special, arising out of, or related to the use of this material or the products described herein.
This product is protected by the incorporeal rights of Polar Electro Oy as defined by the following documents: US 6477397, DE 20008882.3, ES 200001333, IT 00250117, DE 20008883.1, IT 00250120, US 6553633, FI 88223, DE 4215549, GB 2257523B, HK 113/199, US 5491474, FI 88972, FR 92.09150, GB 2258587, HK 306/1996, US 5486818, FI 115287, EP 1090583, US 6553247, US 6272365, GB 2339833, FI 96380, JP 3568954, US 5611346, EP 0665947, DE 69414362, FI 115084, EP 1543769, US 7418237, FI 23891, USD 555608S. Other patents pending
Manufactured by Polar Electro Oy, Professorintie 5, FIN-90440 KEMPELE, Tel +358 8 5202 100, Fax +358 8 5202 300, www.polar.com
EN 4.0 10/2017
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