7. Precautions
The Polar training computer displays your performance indicators and helps you achieve your personal training goals. It indicates the level of physiological strain and intensity during your exercise. No other use is intended or implied.
Minimizing Possible Risks When Exercising
Training may include some risk. Before beginning a regular training program, answer the following questions concern- ing your health status. If you answer yes to any of these questions, consult a physician before starting any training program.
•Have you been physically inactive for the past 5 years?
•Do you have high blood pressure or high blood choles- terol?
•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 another implanted electronic device?
•Do you smoke?
•Are you pregnant?
Note that in addition to exercise intensity, medications for heart, blood pressure, psychological conditions, asthma, breathing etc. as well as some energy drinks, alcohol and nicotine may affect your 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.
Notice to individuals with pacemakers, defibrillators or other implanted electronic devices. Individuals who have a pacemaker use the Polar Running Computer at their own risk. Before starting use, we always recommend a maximal exercise stress test under a doctor’s supervision. The test is to ensure the safety and reliability of the simultaneous use of the pacemaker and the Polar Running Computer.
If you are allergic to any substance that comes into contact with your skin or if you suspect an allergic reac- tion due to using the product, check the listed materials on page 55. To avoid any skin reaction to the transmitter, wear it over a shirt. However, moisten the shirt well under the electrodes to ensure flawless operation.
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