I like to swim w/ a heart rate monitor. I have a Polar that is "water resistant." Lately I've noticed that it is not working 100%. It keeps time perfectly, but my heart rate does not always register properly. If I shake my arm where the watch part is, it will start working again so I'm thinking maybe it is not meant to be in the pool.
Does anyone know what exactly water resistant v. water proof means?
Does anyone else swim with a heart rate monitor? Any problems? Solutions?
Thanks!
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I have two Polar heart monitors that I use for swimming. I have had the batteries replaced in each of them a couple of times.
There are two batteries involved: one in the receiver (the wristwatch) and one in the transmitter. To maintain the water-tight seal, it's best to send them to a Polar factory-authorized service center.
I have sent mine to:
www.chponline.com
CREATIVE HEALTH PRODUCTS, INC
5148 Saddle Ridge Road
Plymouth, MI 48170
800-742-4478
or 734-996-5900
e-mail: sales@chponline.com
They change the batteries, test the seal, and calibrate the unit. I've received very good service from them. They also sell a lot of other fitness-related products - check out their web site.
Anna Lea
I have two Polar heart monitors that I use for swimming. I have had the batteries replaced in each of them a couple of times.
There are two batteries involved: one in the receiver (the wristwatch) and one in the transmitter. To maintain the water-tight seal, it's best to send them to a Polar factory-authorized service center.
I have sent mine to:
www.chponline.com
CREATIVE HEALTH PRODUCTS, INC
5148 Saddle Ridge Road
Plymouth, MI 48170
800-742-4478
or 734-996-5900
e-mail: sales@chponline.com
They change the batteries, test the seal, and calibrate the unit. I've received very good service from them. They also sell a lot of other fitness-related products - check out their web site.
Anna Lea
