GARMIN BLAZE (01) PDF Document

1. Charge the GARMIN BLAZE device.

2. Turn on the device.

3. Pair your GARMIN BLAZE device with the Blaze app on your phone. The app allows you to manage your horses and sensors, start an activity, and observe live activities.

4. Check for updates. For the best experience, you should keep the software on your device up to date. Software updates provide changes and improvements to privacy, security, and features.

5. Install the sensor in the tail wrap.

6. Place the tail wrap on the horse.

7. Start an activity.

NOTICE: To prevent corrosion, thoroughly clean and dry the contacts and the surrounding area before charging or connecting to a computer.

The device is powered by a built-in lithium-ion battery that you can charge using a standard wall outlet or a USB port on your computer. NOTE: The device does not charge when outside the approved temperature range.

1. Pinch the charging clip.

2. Align the clip with the contacts on the back of the device.

3. Plug the USB cable into an AC adapter or a computer USB port.

4. Plug the AC adapter into a standard wall outlet.

5. Charge the device completely.

The status LED flashes yellow while charging. The status LED is solid green when charging is complete.

1. Place the sensor in the tail wrap with the arrow on the sensor aligned with the arrow on the tail wrap.

2. Press the sensor into the tail wrap.

Before you place the tail wrap on your horse, ensure the sensor is firmly placed in the tail wrap with the arrows aligned.

1. Slide the open wrap under the horse’s tail until it is aligned with the center of the tail.

2. Secure the tail wrap using the two main straps with hook and loop closure.

3. Wrap the extension strap around the tail wrap as many times as needed to ensure a good fit and attach it using the hook and loop closure.

4. Ensure the wrap is snug on the horse’s tail.

When placing the Blaze equine wellness system on your horse’s tail, observe these considerations before going for a ride.

• Ensure the sensor is centered on the underside of the horse’s tail.

• Ensure the tail wrap is securely fastened with a snug fit.

• Wrap the extension strap around the entire tail wrap after you have fastened the tail wrap.

• Ensure the Garmin logo is displayed right side up, on the front or back of the tail, when you place the tail wrap on the horse.

• Ensure the tail wrap is clean.

• Wipe down the gel pads on the tail wrap before each use.

To use the connected features of your GARMIN BLAZE equine wellness system, you must pair the sensor directly through the Blaze app, instead of from the Bluetooth settings on your phone.

1. Bring your compatible phone within 10 m (33 ft.) of your sensor.

2. From the app store on your phone, install and open the Blaze app.

3. Press the button on the sensor to turn it on.

4. Wait until the LED on the sensor flashes blue.

5. From the app, select + > Add Sensor, and follow the on-screen instructions to pair your sensor.

You can update your horse’s name, age, height, weight, gender, type, recovery heart rate targets, and microchip ID.

1. From the Blaze app on your phone, select + > Add Horse.

2. Enter the horse’s name and age.

3. Select Save.

4. Enter any additional information about your horse.

5. Select Save.

1. From the Blaze app on your phone, select •••> Manage Horses.

2. Select a horse.

3. Edit the profile.

4. Select Save.

1. From the Blaze app on your phone, select ••• > Manage Horses.

2. Select a horse.

3. Select : > Delete Horse > Delete All.

1. From the Blaze app on your phone, select Start Activity.

2. Select an activity type.

3. Select a horse.

4. Select a sensor.

5. Select an option:

• To use the GPS on your phone to get accurate distance, speed, and activity map data, select Use this phone’s location.

• To make the activity visible to nearby Blaze app users, select Broadcast this activity.

6. Select Continue, and follow the on-screen instructions.

From the Blaze app on your phone, select Stop, and follow the on-screen instructions.

You can observe another horse’s activity from the Blaze app. The horse must be wearing a sensor that is currently broadcasting an activity and be within range of your phone.

1. From the Blaze app on your phone, select Live.

2. Select a horse to observe.

You can provide a unique name for your sensor so you can easily identify it.

1. From the Blaze app on your phone, select •••> Manage Sensors.

2. Next to the sensor you want to name, select : > Name Sensor.

3. Enter a name for the sensor.

4. Select Done.

Before you can download features from the Connect IQ app, you must pair your Garmin watch with your phone. See the owner’s manual for your watch for more information.

1. From the app store on your phone, install and open the Connect IQ app.

2. If necessary, select your watch.

3. Select a Connect IQ feature.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Before you can pair the sensor with your watch, you must pair the sensor with the Blaze app on your phone, add a horse to the Blaze app on your phone, and download the Blaze app to your watch from the Connect IQ store on your watch or phone.

1. Press the button on your Blaze sensor. The LED flashes blue. NOTE: Ensure the device is 10 m (33 ft.) away from other wireless sensors while you complete the pairing process.

2. Open the Blaze app on your watch. The app automatically searches for your sensor.

3. Select your sensor.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions.

1. Open the activities list on your compatible Garmin watch.

2. Select Blaze > Start Activity.

3. If this is the first time you are starting an activity or you have paired multiple sensors, select your sensor.

4. If necessary, follow the on-screen instructions to pair your sensor.

5. Select an activity type.

6. Select to broadcast the activity, which makes the activity visible to nearby Blaze app users.

7. Follow the on-screen instructions.

The device records activity data only while the activity timer is running.

NOTICE:

• Keep the components clean and free of debris.

• Do not use a sharp object to clean the device.

• Avoid chemical cleaners, solvents, and insect repellents that can damage plastic components and finishes.

• Do not submerge or pressure wash the components.

• Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent damage.

• Replace components with Garmin parts only.

1. Remove the sensor from the tail wrap.

2. Clean the surface of the sensor using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution or clean water.

3. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and isopropyl alcohol to clean debris away from charging contact points on the sensor.

NOTICE: Do not use sharp objects to clean the device, and never poke or prod any openings on the unit.

4. Wipe the sensor dry.

5. Hand wash the tail wrap with a mild detergent.

6. Hang the tail wrap to dry.

NOTICE: Minimize exposure to sunscreen, bleach, mosquito repellant, and chemicals found in certain soaps and first aid ointments. Specifically, propylene glycol, dipropylene glycol, and ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) can damage the tail wrap.

• When storing the tail wrap, hang it up or lay it flat.

• Avoid bending or tightly rolling the tail wrap.

• Do not store the sensor or tail wrap in direct sunlight or extreme temperatures.

• Do not clean the sensor or tail wrap with bleach, and do not submerge them in any cleaning agents.

• Do not use disinfecting wipes or isopropyl alcohol on the gel pads.

• You can use a 70% isopropyl alcohol wipe to gently wipe the exterior of your sensor and tail wrap.

• You can use a disinfecting wipe to gently wipe the exterior of your sensor and tail wrap, but Garmin recommends that you rinse the sensor and tail wrap under water to remove any chemical residue left behind by the wipe to avoid possible skin irritation.

Your GARMIN BLAZE device automatically checks for updates when paired with a phone using Bluetooth technology. You can manually check for updates from the system settings. On your phone, install the Blaze app.

1. From the Blaze app on your phone, select ••• > Manage Sensors.

2. On the sensor you want to update, select Software Update Available.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions.

If the heart rate data is erratic or does not appear, you can try these tips.

• Clean and dry the horse’s tail and surrounding area before putting on the tail wrap.

• Avoid applying sunscreen, lotion, and insect repellent under the sensor.

• Avoid scratching the heart rate sensor on the back of the device.

• Ensure the tail wrap is snug but comfortable.

• Rinse the sensor with fresh water after each activity.

The GARMIN BLAZE sensor is compatible with some Garmin watches. Compatibility information is available from Garmin.

• Bring the device within 10 m (33 ft.) of your phone.

• If your devices are already paired, turn Bluetooth technology off on your phone, and turn it back on.

• If your devices are already paired, remove the Blaze sensor from the Bluetooth settings on your phone, and pair the devices again.

• If your devices are not paired, enable Bluetooth technology on your phone.

• On your phone, open the Blaze app, and select + > Add Sensor to enter pairing mode.

If you are having trouble connecting the GARMIN BLAZE sensor to the Blaze app, you can try these options.

• Make sure the sensor is charged and turned on.

• Make sure the sensor is within the approved operating temperature range.

• Turn the sensor off, and turn it back on.

If your sensor is visible but you can’t select it, you may need to reconnect the sensor.

From the Blaze app on your phone, select ••• > Manage Sensors, and select Reconnect on the sensor.

1. Press and hold the button until the LED flashes solid white.

2. Press the button to turn on the sensor.

Before you reset the sensor, you should try to restart the sensor to avoid erasing data and settings. You can reset the sensor settings to the factory default values and remove all saved user data.

1. Press the device button three consecutive times.

2. While the status LED is red, hold the device button until the status LED turns white.

From the Blaze app on your phone, select ••• > Manage Sensors.

The battery level is displayed under the sensor name.

1. From the Blaze app on your phone, select ••• > Manage Sensors.

2. On the sensor you want to remove, select : > Remove Sensor.