Polar Chest Strap
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Have you washed it? Sweat build up can cause it to have difficulty reading. I rinse my FT7 strap after every workout (and rub the sensors) and wash it in the washer with a load of towels every 5-6 uses (per Polar's instructions)
I thought I read in the instructions that you should hand wash it every 5-6 uses with soap and warm water? I have the FT4 though, so I don't know if the instructions are different.0 -
Have you washed it? Sweat build up can cause it to have difficulty reading. I rinse my FT7 strap after every workout (and rub the sensors) and wash it in the washer with a load of towels every 5-6 uses (per Polar's instructions)
I thought I read in the instructions that you should hand wash it every 5-6 uses with soap and warm water? I have the FT4 though, so I don't know if the instructions are different.
Yes, they say to only hand wash them. I let mine soak in the sink for awhile in warm water and a little soap and then hang to dry.0 -
If a battery change doesn't help try off-setting it slightly to the left.
I find if it's exactly central over my sternum I can get a poor signal as it's not in very positive contact with my skin. Slide it over slightly and see if that improves it.0 -
I have an FT4 & FT60 and both have this problem. Batteries are new, chest strap washed right after a workout (placed in washing machine 2 times a week) and it still does it sometimes. It's all about placement. Plus other things can interfere with the signal I've found.0
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I just had the same issue. Changed the battery on the transmitter and it still read 00. Washed the strap and then it worked just fine.0
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