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Turning Off the Wrist-based Heart Rate Monitor
The default value for the Wrist Heart Rate setting is Auto. The
device automatically uses the wrist-based heart rate monitor
unless you pair an ANT+ heart rate monitor to the device.
NOTE: Disabling the wrist-based heart rate monitor also
disables the wrist-based pulse oximeter sensor. You can
perform a manual reading from the pulse oximeter widget.
1
From the heart rate widget, hold .
2
Select Options > Status > Off.
HRM-Swim Accessory
Heart Rate While Swimming
NOTE: If both wrist-based heart rate and chest heart rate data
are available, your device uses the chest heart rate data.
To view your heart rate data, you can add heart rate data fields
(Customizing the Data Screens, page 30). Heart rate data is
not visible while the heart rate accessory is underwater.The
HRM-Tri accessory and the HRM-Swim accessory record and
store your heart rate data while you are swimming. You must
start a timed activity on your paired Forerunner device to view
your stored heart rate data later. During rest intervals when you
are out of the water, the heart rate accessory sends your heart
rate data to your Forerunner device. Your Forerunner device
automatically downloads stored heart rate data when you save
your timed swim activity. Your heart rate accessory must be out
of the water, active, and within range of the device (3 m) while
the data downloads.
Going for a Pool Swim
1
Select START > Pool Swim.
2
Select your pool size, or enter a custom size.
3
Select START.
The device records swim data only while the activity timer is
running.
4
Start your activity.
The device automatically records swim intervals and lengths.
5
Select UP or DOWN to view additional data pages (optional).
6
When resting, select to pause the activity timer.
7
Select to restart the activity timer.
8
After you finish the activity, select STOP > Save.
Swimming in Open Water
You can use the device for open water swimming. You can
record swim data including distance, pace, and stroke rate. You
can add data screens to the default open water swimming
activity (Customizing the Data Screens, page 30).
1
Select START > Open Water.
2
Go outside and wait while the device locates satellites.
3
Select START to start the timer.
History is recorded only while the timer is running.
4
After you finish the activity, select STOP > Save.
Sizing the Heart Rate Monitor
Before your first swim, take some time sizing the heart rate
monitor. It should be tight enough to stay in place when pushing
off the pool wall.
• Select a strap extender, and attach it to the elastic end of the
heart rate monitor.
The heart rate monitor comes with three extender straps to fit
different chest sizes.
TIP: The medium strap extender works for most shirt sizes
(from medium to extra-large).
• Put on the heart rate monitor backward to easily adjust the
slider on the strap extender.
• Put on the heart rate monitor forward to easily adjust the
slider on the heart rate monitor.
Putting On the Heart Rate Monitor
You should wear the heart rate monitor directly on your skin, just
below your sternum.
1
Select a strap extender for the best fit.
2
Wear the heart rate monitor with the Garmin logo facing right-
side up.
The hook and loop connection should be on your right
side.
3
Wrap the heart rate monitor around your chest, and connect
the strap hook to the loop.
NOTE: Make sure the care tag does not fold over.
4
Tighten the heart rate monitor so it is snug around your
chest, but not restrictive.
After you put on the heart rate monitor, it is active, storing, and
sending data.
Tips for Using the HRM-Swim Accessory
• Adjust the tightness of the heart rate monitor and strap
extender if the heart rate monitor slides down your chest
when pushing off the pool wall.
• Stand up between intervals so that the heart rate monitor is
out of the water to see your heart rate data.
Caring for the Heart Rate Monitor
NOTICE
A buildup of sweat and salt on the strap can decrease the ability
of the heart rate monitor to report accurate data.
• Rinse the heart rate monitor after every use.
• Hand wash the heart rate monitor after every seven uses,
using a tiny amount of mild detergent, such as dishwashing
liquid.
NOTE: Using too much detergent may damage the heart rate
monitor.
• Do not put the heart rate monitor in a washing machine or
dryer.
• When drying the heart rate monitor, hang it up or lay it flat.
HRM-Tri Accessory
The HRM-Swim section of this manual explains recording heart
rate during your swim (Heart Rate While Swimming, page 11).
Pool Swimming
NOTICE
Hand wash the heart rate monitor after exposure to chlorine or
other pool chemicals. Prolonged exposure to these substances
can damage the heart rate monitor.
The HRM-Tri accessory is designed primarily for open water
swimming, but it can be used occasionally for pool swimming.
The heart rate monitor should be worn under a swim suit or
Heart Rate Features 11
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