Waterresistance of Polar products is tested according to International IEC 60529 IPx7 (1m, 30min, 20ºC). Products are
dividedinto four different categories according to water resistance. Check the back of your Polar product for the water
resistancecategory and compare it to the chart below. Please note that these definitions do not necessarily apply to
productsof other manufacturers.
Markingon case back Waterresistant characteristics
Waterproof IPX7* Notsuitable for bathing or swimming. Protected against
washsplashes and raindrops. Do not wash with a pressure
washer.
Waterresistant** Notsuitable for swimming. Protected against wash
splashes,sweat, raindrops etc. Do not wash with a
pressurewasher.
Waterresistant 30 m/50 m*** Suitablefor bathing and swimming
Waterresistant 100 m Suitableforswimming and snorkeling (without air tanks)
*Polar CS500+ cycling computer and Polar LOOK Kéo Power system
**CS speed sensor W.I.N.D. and CS cadence sensor W.I.N.D.
***Polar H3 heart rate sensor is water resistant 30 m, but it does not measure heart rate in water.
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