1. הקדמה
The Wahoo ELEMNT Rival is a high-performance multisport GPS smartwatch engineered for athletes who demand precision and reliability. It seamlessly integrates with the Wahoo ecosystem and other fitness platforms, providing comprehensive data for training and competition. This manual will guide you through the setup, operation, and maintenance of your ELEMNT Rival to ensure optimal performance and longevity.

פראָנט view of the Wahoo ELEMNT Rival Smartwatch, showing the digital display with current time, date, step count, and battery level.
2. סעטאַפּ גייד
2.1. אויספּאַקן די קעסטל און ערשטע אָפּצאָל
- Carefully remove the ELEMNT Rival smartwatch and its accessories from the packaging.
- Locate the USB charging cable. Connect the magnetic end to the charging port on the back of the watch and the USB-A end to a power source (e.g., computer USB port, wall adapter).
- לאָזט די זייגער זיך גאָר אויפלאָדן איידער איר ניצט עס צום ערשטן מאָל. אַ פולע אויפלאָדן נעמט געוויינטלעך אַרום 2 שעה.
2.2. Pairing with Wahoo ELEMNT App
- Download the Wahoo ELEMNT Companion App from your smartphone's app store (iOS or Android).
- עפֿענען די אַפּ און שאַפֿן אַ חשבון אָדער קלאָץ אין אויב איר שוין האָבן איין.
- Turn on your ELEMNT Rival by pressing and holding the top right button.
- In the app, select 'Add New Device' and follow the on-screen prompts to pair your watch. This usually involves scanning a QR code displayed on the watch or entering a pairing code.
- Once paired, the app will guide you through initial setup, including personal profile, units of measurement, and activity profiles.

The Wahoo ELEMNT Rival Smartwatch displaying its connection status to the Wahoo Companion App on a smartphone.
3. אַפּערייטינג ינסטרוקטיאָנס
3.1. יקערדיק נאַוויגאַציע
- Top Right Button: Power On/Off, Select/Enter.
- Middle Right Button: Scroll Up, Menu Navigation.
- Bottom Right Button: Scroll Down, Menu Navigation.
- Top Left Button: Back, Lap/Split (during activity).
- Bottom Left Button: Light, Lock Screen.
3.2. Sport Modes and Workouts
The ELEMNT Rival supports various sport profiles, including Running, Cycling, Swimming, and Triathlon. You can customize data pages for each sport via the ELEMNT app.
- אָנהייב אַן אַקטיוויטעט: From the watch face, press the top right button to enter the activity menu. Scroll to select your desired sport and press the top right button again to start.
- Triathlon Mode: The watch features 'Touchless Transition' for triathlons, automatically transitioning between swim, bike, and run segments without manual input.
- Structured Workouts: Load structured workouts from compatible platforms (e.g., TrainingPeaks) directly to your watch via the ELEMNT app. The watch will guide you through intervals and targets.

The ELEMNT Rival displaying the selection screen for various sport modes, with 'Triathlon' highlighted.

The watch screen showing an active interval workout, indicating remaining time and a visual representation of effort.
3.3. דאַטן טראַקינג
The ELEMNT Rival provides comprehensive data tracking for various metrics:
- הארץ ראטע: Optical heart rate sensor provides continuous heart rate monitoring during activities and 24/7 (when enabled).
- גפּס: Built-in GPS tracks distance, pace, speed, and route for outdoor activities.
- אַקטיוויטעט טראַקינג: Monitors daily steps, calories burned, and active minutes.
- שלאָף טראַקינג: Tracks sleep duration and quality (HRV data coming soon via firmware update).

The watch displaying real-time heart rate data during a workout, showing current and average heart rate.
3.4. סמאַרט פֿעיִקייטן
Beyond fitness tracking, the ELEMNT Rival offers smart features to enhance daily use:
- סמאַרטפאָנע נאָטיפיקאַטיאָנס: Receive alerts for calls, texts, and app notifications from your paired smartphone.
- מוזיק קאָנטראָל: קאָנטראָלירט מוזיק ווידערשפּיל אויף אייער סמאַרטפאָון גלייך פֿון דער זייגער.

The watch screen showing music playback controls, specifically for Spotify, with track information and progress bar.
4. קער און וישאַלט
Proper care will extend the life of your ELEMNT Rival smartwatch.
- רייניקונג: Regularly clean the watch, especially after workouts. Use a soft, damp שטאָף צו ווישן דעם עקראַן און גasing. For the optical heart rate sensor on the back, gently clean with a cotton swab and rubbing alcohol if needed. Ensure the charging contacts are clean and dry.
- רימען זאָרגן: If your strap is removable, clean it separately with mild soap and water. Allow it to air dry completely before reattaching.
- וואַסער ויסשטעלן: The ELEMNT Rival is water-resistant (5 ATM). Rinse with fresh water after exposure to chlorinated or salt water. Do not press buttons underwater.
- סטאָרידזש: האַלט די זייגער אין אַ קיל, טרוקן אָרט אַוועק פון דירעקט זונשייַן און עקסטרעמע טעמפּעראַטורן.
- באַטערי זאָרגן: Avoid fully discharging the battery frequently. For long-term storage, charge the battery to about 50% to preserve its health.

דערציען view of the Wahoo ELEMNT Rival, highlighting the optical heart rate sensor and magnetic charging contacts.
5. טראָובלעשאָאָטינג
If you encounter issues with your ELEMNT Rival, refer to the following common problems and solutions:
| פּראָבלעם | מעגלעך סיבה | לייזונג |
|---|---|---|
| וואַך נישט אויסגעדרייט אויף | Low battery; software glitch | Charge the watch for at least 30 minutes. Perform a soft reset by holding all four side buttons for 10 seconds. |
| דזשי-פי-עס קאנעקט זיך נישט | Poor satellite signal; outdated firmware | גיי אריבער צו אן אפענעם פלאץ מיט א קלארן view of the sky. Ensure firmware is updated via the ELEMNT app. Sync GPS data via the app. |
| Heart rate readings are inaccurate or absent | Watch not worn correctly; dirty sensor; dry skin | Ensure the watch is snug on your wrist, one finger-width above the wrist bone. Clean the optical sensor. Moisten skin under the sensor if very dry. |
| קען נישט צוזאמענשטעלן זיך מיטן סמאַרטפאָן | Bluetooth off; app issue; watch not in pairing mode | Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your phone. Restart both watch and phone. Try pairing again through the ELEMNT app. |
| באַטאַרייע דריינז געשווינד | Frequent GPS use; high backlight setting; many notifications | Reduce GPS usage if possible. Lower backlight brightness. Manage notifications through the ELEMNT app. |
6. טעכניש ספּעסאַפאַקיישאַנז
| שטריך | באַשרייַבונג |
|---|---|
| מאָדעל נאָמען | ELEMNT Rival |
| מאָדעל נומער | WF140BK |
| ווייַז גרייס | 1.2 אינטשעס (3.05 סענטימעטער) |
| ווייַז טיפּ | Color Display (AMOLED, OLED, LCD, or LED) |
| האַכלאָטע | 240 X 240 בילדצעלן |
| קאַנעקטיוויטי | בלועטאָאָטה, גפּס |
| באַטעריע לעבן (סמאַרטוואַטש מאָדע) | אַרויף צו 2 וואָכן |
| Battery Life (GPS Training Mode) | אַרויף צו 24 שעה |
| באַטערי טיפּ | ליטיום יאָן (250 mAh) |
| וואַסער קעגנשטעל | 5 אַטם |
| מאַטעריאַל | Nylon (strap) |
| דימענשאַנז | 4.65 X 4.65 X 1.53 סענטימעטער |
| וואָג | 50 ג |
| קאַמפּאַטאַבאַל דעוויסעס | סמאַרטפאָנע |
| אָפּערייטינג סיסטעם | Android Wear 2.9 (or compatible) |
7. וואָראַנטי און שטיצן
Wahoo Fitness products are designed for durability and performance. For detailed warranty information, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Wahoo Fitness webזייטל. די וואָראַנטי דעקט טיפּיש פאַבריקאַציע חסרונות פֿאַר אַ ספּעציפֿישער צייט פֿון דעם קויפֿדאַטום.
For technical support, firmware updates, or additional resources, please visit the Wahoo Fitness support page on their official webזייטל. איר קענט געפֿינען אָפֿט געשטעלטע פֿראַגעס, טראָובלעשווטינג גיידס, און קאָנטאַקט אינפֿאָרמאַציע פֿאַר קונה סערוויס.
- אָנליין שטיצן: www.wahoofitness.com/support
- פּראָדוקט פאַרשרייבונג: Register your product online to receive updates and streamline support.





