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608peg
608peg Posts: 22 Member
edited December 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
Question for all polar users. Do you wash your chest strap in the machine like the directions say or how do you clean yours? I have been having trouble with mine reading heartrate so probably just needs washing? I did try hand washing but didn't seem to help. Ideas anyone??

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  • mndamon
    mndamon Posts: 549 Member
    I rinse it off with warm water after each use and then at the end of the week I just use some dial dish soap and warm water to clean it. Then let it air dry.
  • Arleigh7
    Arleigh7 Posts: 150 Member
    I take it into the shower with me after the workout and rinse it out with warm water and pat it dry with the towel. Been doing this for the past 2 years and it's works and "smells" great! :)
  • witrixie2011
    witrixie2011 Posts: 224
    After every time I use mine, I rinse it off under water. About once a week I toss it in the laundry but not in the dryer. I make sure I pop off the "reader" before I do either. Seems to keep the readings more accurate since sweat will build up.
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