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Polar Electro FT80 User Manual

Polar Electro FT80
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Polar Electro FT80 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPolar Electro
ModelFT80
CategoryFitness Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

GET STARTED

Get to Know Your Polar FT80 Training Computer

Introduction to the Polar FT80 training computer and its components, including the WearLink+ transmitter.

Wrist Unit Buttons and Menu Structure

Details the functions of the wrist unit buttons and the overall menu navigation structure.

Display Symbols

Explanation of various symbols displayed on the Polar FT80 screen.

Start with Basic Settings

Guide to initial setup of the Polar FT80, including language, time, date, units, weight, and height.

BEFORE TRAINING

Activate Your Polar STAR Training Program

Steps to activate the personalized Polar STAR Training Program based on user data and fitness level.

Troubleshooting Before Training

Resolves common issues related to user information or fitness test requirements before training.

Change/End Your Training Program

Instructions on modifying fitness goals or ending an active training program.

Test Your Fitness Level

Test Your Fitness Level

Guide to performing the Polar Fitness Test to measure cardiovascular fitness and aerobic capacity.

Perform Polar Fitness Test

Step-by-step instructions for conducting the Polar Fitness Test.

Interpret your fitness test results

How to understand and compare OwnIndex values based on age and gender.

TRAINING

Wear the Transmitter

Instructions on how to properly wear the heart rate transmitter for accurate measurement.

Start Training

Steps to begin a training session on the Polar FT80.

Optimize Your Strength Training with Heart Rate Guidance

Using the FT80 to guide strength training with heart rate feedback between exercise sets.

Start Training with OwnZone

Guidance on starting training by determining personalized heart rate zones.

During Training

Information displayed on the Polar FT80 during an active training session.

Training Display Views and Features

Covers distance, speed, week targets, quick menu, and HeartTouch functions during training.

Stop Training

Procedures for pausing or ending a training recording session.

Using Stopwatch

Instructions on how to use the built-in stopwatch for timing activities.

AFTER TRAINING

Training Feedback

Overview of the feedback provided by the FT80 after a training session.

Training Effect Feedback Types

Details the different types of training effect feedback provided, like fat burn or fitness improvement.

Weekly Follow-up

How the FT80 reviews progress and provides feedback on weekly training results.

Interpreting Weekly Training Feedback

Explanation of various feedback messages regarding training intensity and recovery.

Fitness Test Reminder and Program Update

Notifications for fitness tests and updates to the STAR Training Program.

Review Training Data

How to view, delete, or reset training files and week summaries.

Following Fitness Test Results

How to view and interpret long-term OwnIndex results and graphs.

Remember to Relax

Guide to performing the Polar OwnRelax test to measure resting heart rate and relaxation state.

Following OwnRelax Results

How to interpret OwnRelax values by comparing them to age and gender averages.

Transfer Data

Transfer Strength Training Workouts

Steps to transfer custom strength training workouts to the FT80.

Transfer Training Data to Polar PersonalTrainer.com

Instructions for uploading training data from FT80 to polarpersonaltrainer.com.

SETTINGS

Watch Settings

Configuration options for the watch, including alarm, time, date, and watch face.

Training Settings

Customization of training-related features like sounds, speed sensor, and heart rate view.

Zone Settings

Adjusting heart rate zone limits and zone lock functionality.

User Information

Inputting personal data like weight, height, age, sex, and activity level.

General Settings

Configuration of general device settings like button sounds, lock, units, language, and week start day.

Accessory Settings

Foot pod Calibration

Instructions for calibrating the foot pod for accurate distance and speed measurements.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Caring for Your Product

Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the training computer and transmitter.

Service

Information on authorized service centers and warranty coverage.

Changing Batteries

Instructions and precautions for replacing batteries in the wrist unit and transmitter.

Precautions

Health precautions and risk minimization advice before starting training.

Interference and Skin Sensitivity

Troubleshooting interference from electronic devices and addressing potential skin reactions.

Water Resistance

Details on the water resistance ratings and usage guidelines for the FT80.

Troubleshooting

General Troubleshooting Steps

Steps for menu navigation issues, unresponsive buttons, and erratic heart rate readings.

Technical Specifications

Wrist Unit and Transmitter Specifications

Technical details of the wrist unit and transmitter, including battery, materials, and accuracy.

Limit Values and Software Requirements

Lists limit values for chronometer, heart rate, and system requirements for software.

Guarantee and Disclaimer

Limited Polar International Guarantee

Details on the warranty terms and conditions for Polar products.

Disclaimer and Product Compliance

Legal disclaimers, patent information, and compliance with directives like WEEE and CE.