Appendix Note: Be careful not to damage or lose the o-ring gasket on the cover. To replace the battery: 1. Locate the circular battery cover on the back of the foot pod. 4. Use a coin to twist the cover back into place. Note: You do not need to repeat pairing or calibration following battery replacement. 2. Use a coin to twist the cover counter-clockwise until it is loose enough to remove. 3. Remove the cover and replace the battery with the positive side facing up. 28 190-00839-00_0D.
Caring for Your Forerunner and Accessories Clean the Forerunner and accessories using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution, and then wipe dry. Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that may damage plastic components. Do not store the Forerunner and accessories where prolonged exposure to temperature extremes may occur (such as in the trunk of a car), as permanent damage may result.
Appendix • Computer interface: Wireless, automatic USB ANT stick • Battery type: User-replaceable CR2032 (3 volts) • Battery life: 12 months, depending on usage • Operating temperature range: 5° F to 158° F (-15° C to 70° C) • Radio frequency/protocol: 2.4 GHz/Dynastream ANT+Sport wireless communications protocol USB ANT stick • Physical size: 59 mm x 18 mm x 7 mm • Weight: 6 g • Transmission range: Approximately 5 m (16.4 ft) • Operating temperature: 14°F to 122°F (-10°C to 50°C) 30 190-00839-00_0D.
• Operating temperature: 14°F to 122°F (-10°C to 50°C) Note: In cold conditions, wear appropriate clothing to keep the heart rate monitor near your body temperature. • Radio frequency/protocol: 2.4 GHz/Dynastream ANT+Sport wireless communications protocol Accuracy may be degraded by poor sensor contact, electrical interference, and receiver distance from transmitter.
Appendix • Operating temperature: 14°F to 140°F (-10°C to 60°C) • Sensor Accuracy Range: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) • Radio frequency/protocol: 2.4 GHz/Dynastream ANT+Sport wireless communications protocol Accuracy may be degraded by electrical interference, receiver distance from transmitter, and extreme temperatures. For a complete list of specifications, see www.garmin.com/products/ forerunner50. 32 190-00839-00_0D.
Troubleshooting Problem Appendix Solution/Answer CAUTION: This procedure deletes all information that you have entered. Press view, mode, and start/stop simultaneously The buttons don’t to reset the Forerunner software. This restores the factory respond. How do I settings. Workout data is deleted. You must reset the time and reset the Forerunner? custom settings. If you are still having problems, remove and then replace the battery (see page 26). Verify that the time mode is set to 12-H (12 hour).
Appendix Problem Solution/Answer The heart rate data is inaccurate or erratic. • Make sure the heart rate monitor is snug against your body. • Warm up for 5–10 minutes. If the problem persists, continue with the following suggestions. • Reapply moisture to the sensors. Use water, saliva, or electrode gel. Clean the sensors. Dirt and sweat residue on the sensor can interfere with heart rate signals.
Product Warnings and Important Information • Contact your local waste department to properly dispose of the units and batteries. Do not incinerate. • Keep used batteries away from children. Do not disassemble, puncture, or damage the battery. Perchlorate Material: Special handling may apply, see www.dtsc .ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. • The Forerunner has no userserviceable parts. Should you ever encounter a problem with your unit, please take it to an authorized Garmin dealer for repairs.
Appendix Software License Agreement BY USING THE Forerunner, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOWING SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT. PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. Garmin grants you a limited license to use the software embedded in this device (the “Software”) in binary executable form in the normal operation of the product. Title, ownership rights, and intellectual property rights in and to the Software remain in Garmin.
Limited Warranty This Garmin product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Within this period, Garmin will, at its sole option, repair or replace any components that fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor, provided that the customer shall be responsible for any transportation cost.
Appendix Garmin Product Support for shipping instructions and an RMA tracking number. Securely pack the unit and a copy of the original sales receipt, which is required as the proof of purchase for warranty repairs. Write the tracking number clearly on the outside of the package. Send the unit, freight charges prepaid, to any Garmin warranty service station. Online Auction Purchases: Products sold through online auctions are not eligible for rebates or other special offers from Garmin.
Appendix this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and may cause harmful interference to radio communications if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
Index Index A accessories 5, 25 alarm 10 Auto Lap 13 B backlight 2 batteries 26 bike accessories 25 buttons, watch 1 C cadence sensor 9, 25 calibrating auto 8 foot pod 8 manual 9 caring for your Forerunner 29 changing modes 1 chimes 10 40 190-00839-00_0D.
S sensors, pairing 3, 5, 25 setting the time 3 software downloads i, 4 software license agreement 36 specifications 29 speed and cadence sensor 9, 25 T technical specifications 29 time, setting 3 Time mode 10 timers, setting 18 time zones 11 training zones 13 Train mode 12 transferring data 4, 23 troubleshooting 33 turning on Forerunner 2 U Index units 12 uploading data 4, 23 USB ANT stick iv, 4 USB drivers 4, 23 W warnings and important information 35 warranty 37 workout data 20 Forerunner 50 Owne
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