08-27-14, 09:32 AM | |
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Join Date: Oct 2008
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I have an FT7 and had the same problem. Changed batteries, didn't work. I bought a new strap and that took care of it. I also followed instructions when washing the strap but still ended up having to replace it.
I'm starting to have those problems again, plus the battery indicator is low. This has been the worse Polar monitor I've had for longevity. I'm having to change the batteries way sooner than with all the others I've had over the years and I'm actually using it less than I did the others. And I never had to replace a strap. However, when I first got it, it was the best one I'd ever had as far as not wigging out, at least until the strap stopped working.
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08-27-14, 10:26 AM | |
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: IL
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I had a Polar FT-4 for a couple years now and has worked great until a couple weeks ago when the sensor stopped working. I did what it said to do in the booklet - to wash the strap, wet the sensors on the strap when you're wearing it to activate the HR, tighten the strap, etc., and even changed the battery but nothing worked. (The watch was working fine). So I called the Polar company and they sent out a replacement sensor within 1.5 weeks and that solved the problem.
One tip I found out about (but was too late) is that I should be unsnapping the sensor from the strap after every workout. Even though I reset my watch back to the time, date, etc., and lay my watch next to the strap w/ the sensor attached, the watch and sensor are still activated. I didn't realize this, so now I detach the sensor from the strap between workouts. I know that won't help you now, but if they replace it for you, you may wish to do this to prolong its' longevity. Polar's phone number: 1-800-227-1314 |
08-27-14, 10:44 AM | |
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: So. California
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You might need a new strap or a battery in the strap depending on the model. I deal with TimeTec out of Los Angeles. Phone # 1-888-448TIME. I mail both watch and strap to them and they let you know how much to fix and mail back.You might be able to find a service center near you too.
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08-27-14, 01:29 PM | |
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Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: Phoenix, AZ
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I've used Garmin straps with my Motoactv. They seem to have a reliable life of only 6-12 months! Even though mine didn't seem stretched out, it didn't pick up the signal, or would drop to something ridiculously low (like 40 bpm during a run) at the end of its life. Replacing the batteries didn't help.
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08-27-14, 01:50 PM | |
Join Date: Sep 2010
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I get that sometimes when my strap sensors need cleaning. I have a Polar H7, I am not sure if the strap on the FT40 is different (but several use the same type of strap). Mine seemingly stopped working after three months of daily use (giving crazy readings like 0 and 220). I replaced the battery and it didn't help. I called Polar's customer service and the agent suggested washing just the strap in the washing machine (but not the dryer). On mine the actual transmitter part clips off the strap. I did that and it fixed the problem. He said sometimes salts from sweat can build up even if you hand wash it after each use.
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08-27-14, 01:51 PM | |
Join Date: Nov 2010
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Thanks for all the input, ladies!
I might as well try with replacing the batteries again, then the strap. If it turns out I have to buy a new HRM every year or so, I'll probably just quit using them. I'm not an athlete, so that doesn't seem cost-effective at all. |
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heart rate monitors, hrm, polar, polar ft40 |
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