Polar A3 Heart Rate Monitor User Guide.pdf

The Polar A3 Heart Rate Monitor, used in USA/GBR, consists of a transmitter and wrist receiver. Here's a concise summary:

1. Setup and Operation:
- Attach the transmitter to the elastic strap, place it on the chest, and wet the electrode areas.
- Turn on the wrist receiver by pressing any button twice. Set time mode (12h or 24h), time, date, and birthday. Target heart rate zone is automatically calculated based on age.
- Start measuring heart rate by pressing OK. Press OK again to start the stopwatch and exercise. Stop by pressing OK, then exit the exercise mode using Up or Down buttons.

2. Functions During Exercise:
- Display options: Heart rate (bpm or % of max), exercise time, target heart rate zone (bpm or % of max), and time of day.
- Use Up and Down buttons to scroll and select display options. Use OK to lock in selections or start/stop the stopwatch.

3. After Exercising:
- Review recorded data in File mode.
- Recall stored files using the Signal button and Up/Down buttons.

4. Technical Specifications:
- Transmitter: Built-in Lithium Cell battery (avg. 2500 hours), waterproof, operates between 14°F to 122°F (-10°C to +50°C).
- Wrist Receiver: CR 2032 battery (avg. 1 year), water-resistant up to 100 feet (30 meters), operates between 14°F to 122°F (-10°C to +50°C).
- Accuracy: ±1% or ±1 bpm (whichever is larger) under steady state conditions.

5. Guarantee:
- Two-year limited international guarantee from Polar Electro Inc. (USA/Canada) or Polar Electro Oy (other countries) from the date of purchase.
- Exclusions: Battery, misuse, abuse, accidents, non-compliance with precautions, improper maintenance, commercial use, cracked or broken cases.