User's Manual

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Like any electronic device, the Polar V650 should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you ful-
fil guarantee obligations and enjoy this product for many years to come.
POLAR V650
Keep your training computer clean. Use a damp paper towel to wipe dirt from the training computer. To main-
tain the water resistance, do not wash the training computer with a pressure washer. Do not immerse the train-
ing computer in water. Never use alcohol or any abrasive material such as steel wool or cleaning chemicals.
After each time of using the USB port of the training computer, check visually that there is no hair, dust or
other dirt on the sealing surface area of the lid/back case. Gently wipe to remove any dirt. Do not use any
sharp tools or equipment for cleaning, which could cause scratches to the plastic parts.
INFO: Not suitable for bathing or swimming. Protected against wash splashes and raindrops. Do not immerse
the training computer in water. Using the training computer in excessive rainfall may cause interference on
GPS reception
HEART RATE SENSOR
Connector: Detach the connector from the strap after every use and dry the connector with a soft towel. Clean
the connector with a mild soap and water solution when needed. Never use alcohol or any abrasive material
(eg. steel wool or cleaning chemicals).
Strap: Rinse the strap under running water after every use and hang to dry. Clean the strap gently with a mild
soap and water solution when needed. Do not use moisturizing soaps, because they can leave residue on the
strap. Do not soak, iron, dry clean or bleach the strap. Do not stretch the strap or bend the electrode areas
sharply.
INFO: Check the washing instructions on the label of the strap.
SPEED SENSOR AND CADENCE SENSOR
Clean the sensors with a mild soap and water solution and rinse them with clean water. To maintain the water
resistance, do not wash the sensors with a pressure washer. Do not immerse the speed sensor or cadence
sensor in water. Never use alcohol or any abrasive material such as steel wool or cleaning chemicals.
Avoid hard hits to the sensors, as these may damage the sensor units.
Storing
Keep your training computer and sensors in a cool and dry place. Do not keep them in a damp environment, in
non-breathable material (a plastic bag or a sports bag) nor with conductive material (a wet towel). Do not