Mio ALPHA - Maintaining Your Alpha; Charging and Battery Management

MIO Alpha User Guide 10
battery lIfe
• The length of time you can use the heart rate monitor before recharging the battery varies from 8
to 18 hours.
to charge the battery
1. Make sure that the 4 connection pads on the caseback are dry. If not, dry them with a towel.
2. Plug the USB dongle into the USB port of your computer.
3. Attach the 4 connection pads on the caseback to the 4 connection pads on the dongle. The
magnets in the connection pads will help the two pieces lock into place.
The display will indicate that the battery is charging, and the blue LED will flash.
Tip: When the battery is finished charging, the display will say FULL
.
battery care guIdelInes
• Recharge the battery at least once every 6 months.
• Do not expose the watch to high temperatures.
• Use the watch in the temperature range of 5°C to 45°C (41°F to 113°F).
• Store the watch in the temperature range of 0°C to 25°C (32°F to 77°F).
• Do not disassemble, puncture, or incinerate the watch or battery.
• If the watch casing breaks and the battery is exposed, keep the battery away from children.
battery replacement
• The battery lifetime is about 300 charge cycles. If you charge the battery every week, the battery
should last for 5 years.
• When the battery charge length is obviously shorter than before, visit www.mioglobal.com to find
out how to replace the battery.
• Contact your local recycling authority for information about disposing of the watch and battery.
Using Your Alpha In Water
• The MIO Alpha is water-resistant; you can wear your Alpha while swimming.
• Important: Do not press the watch buttons under water.
• The accuracy of the heart rate monitor might be reduced in cold water or if you are using large arm
movements.
• Do not wear your Alpha while diving.
• Wireless technology does not work under water.
• After swimming, rinse your Alpha with tap water and dry it with a soft cloth.