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M O N I T O R I N G Y O U R H E A R T R A T E
Feedback
Your Horizon Fitness Upright bike offers two heart rate feedback options. You
may choose to use the heart rate handlebars, or the chest transmitter for a hands free
workout.
Heart Rate Handlebar
Place the palm of your hands directly on the heart rate handlebars. Both hands must grip
the bars for your heart rate to register. When griping the handlebars, do not grip tight-
ly. Holding the grips tightly may elevate your blood pressure. Try to maintain moderate
pressure while holding onto the heart rate handlebars. It is recommended that you hold
the handlebars only long enough to see your heart rate readout on the console. You may
experience an erratic readout if consistently holding the handlebars.
Telemetric Chest Transmitter
Prior to wearing the chest transmitter on your chest, moisten the two rubber electrodes
with water. Center the chest strap just below the breast or pectoral muscles, directly over
your sternum, with the Horizon Fitness logo facing out.
Note: The chest strap must be tight and properly placed to receive an accurate and con-
sistent readout. If the chest strap is too loose, or positioned improperly, you may receive
an erratic or inconsistent heart rate readout.
If you have any problems with the heart rate function please refer to pages 23 & 24 in
the troubleshooting section.
Warning!
The heart rate function is not a medical device. Various factors may affect the accuracy
of your heart rate reading. The heart rate reading is intended only as an exercise aid.
