Do you actually wash your HRM chest strap?
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im afraid to wash mine in the washing machine lol
i wash mine by hand0 -
i wash mine by hand after each use0
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Didnt know you were suppose to wash it, thought it would mess it up, I will from now on.0
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Wow, I'm embarrassed to say that I had no idea you were supposed to wash it. I leave mine out to air dry after every use, but I've had it for 8 months and it has never been washed. I guess I should probably do that then.:)0
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Just to clarify...you should generally only wash the detachable strap...not the actual HRM part!!0
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Mine (Polar Wearlink) says not to machine wash.
Really? I have a Polar Wearlink, too and my owners manual says specifically to machine wash after every five uses.
Polar's website (http://www.polarusa.com/us-en/support/faqs?product=&category=General&documenttitle=WearLink+Transmitter+maintenance&document=/gip/PEUS1kb-public.nsf/web_cat/85256F470048B0BC852573CC006CB613) says this about the WearLink:WearLink Transmitter maintenance
Detach the transmitter connector from the strap and rinse both under running water after every use. Dry the connector with a soft towel. Never use alcohol or any abrasive material (steel, wool or cleaning chemicals).
Wash the strap regularly in a washing machine at 40ºC/104ºF or at least after every fifth use. This ensures reliable measurement and maximizes the life span of the transmitter. Use a washing pouch. Do not soak, spin-dry, iron, dry clean or bleach the strap. Do not use detergent with bleach or fabric softener. Never put the transmitter connector in the washing machine or dryer!0 -
I wash mine in the Machine at least once a week but I sweat so badly I think I will start hand washing it every other day...0
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I wash the elastic band by hand after every use. I clorox wipe the HRM part itself as well.0
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Wow, I'm embarrassed to say that I had no idea you were supposed to wash it. I leave mine out to air dry after every use, but I've had it for 8 months and it has never been washed. I guess I should probably do that then.:)
You supposed to wash it? I guess I need to read the instructions now...0 -
Mine (Polar Wearlink) says not to machine wash.
Really? I have a Polar Wearlink, too and my owners manual says specifically to machine wash after every five uses.
Polar's website (http://www.polarusa.com/us-en/support/faqs?product=&category=General&documenttitle=WearLink+Transmitter+maintenance&document=/gip/PEUS1kb-public.nsf/web_cat/85256F470048B0BC852573CC006CB613) says this about the WearLink:WearLink Transmitter maintenance
Detach the transmitter connector from the strap and rinse both under running water after every use. Dry the connector with a soft towel. Never use alcohol or any abrasive material (steel, wool or cleaning chemicals).
Wash the strap regularly in a washing machine at 40ºC/104ºF or at least after every fifth use. This ensures reliable measurement and maximizes the life span of the transmitter. Use a washing pouch. Do not soak, spin-dry, iron, dry clean or bleach the strap. Do not use detergent with bleach or fabric softener. Never put the transmitter connector in the washing machine or dryer!
Interesting. To be honest, I never did read the manual ... But it had a tag on it with a little "Don't put me in the washing machine" icon on it so I just assumed one should never do that.0 -
Ha Ha!! Like many others, I have never washed it! Been using it everyday for some time tho, and it is just fine! I do get it wet with warm water before each use, tho..guess I will use a little soap next time! lol!0
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I've had mine for 6 years, and I have never washed it. haha0
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It says to use a washing pouch. I don't have such a thing! Can you just throw it in the washing machine without one? Do you think it will ruin the strap. I don't sweat too bad so maybe I can just wash it by hand with some liquid dish soap or something.0
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It says to use a washing pouch. I don't have such a thing! Can you just throw it in the washing machine without one? Do you think it will ruin the strap. I don't sweat too bad so maybe I can just wash it by hand with some liquid dish soap or something.
Nylon knee high = awesome washing bag (or if you get a run in the thigh portion of nylons, just cut off and use as washing bag)0 -
It says to use a washing pouch. I don't have such a thing! Can you just throw it in the washing machine without one? Do you think it will ruin the strap. I don't sweat too bad so maybe I can just wash it by hand with some liquid dish soap or something.
I never use a washing pouch for mine and it's been alright. I personally throw it in with my workout clothes that need just detergent anyway.. and its always come out fine each time.0 -
Wow, the search function to the forums really does work! My chest strap was smellin' ripe..I could even smell it as soon as I put it on..yuck, I know. Thanks to you good people, the nasty thing is in the washer right now. :drinker:0
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Gravedigging a bit here. This helped me alot, because all the "what not to dos" had me worried to put it in my washing machine.0
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