PAE10 (cal.G530)
Setting the Time
Notes Before Use
Instruction Manual
Thank you for your purchase of this Citizen
watch.
Before using the watch, read this instruction
manual carefully to ensure correct use.
After reading, be sure to store this manual
in a safe place should it be needed for future
reference.
* The case has different features depending
on the model. Details of the case features
are not contained in this manual, see
“ http://www.citizenwatch.jp/ ”.
To check the movement number
<Engraving position example>
A case number−
4 alphanumeric
characters and 6 or
more alphanumeric
characters−is engraved
on the case back.
The engraving position
(Figure on the right)
may differ depending on
The first 4 characters
watch model.
of the case number
represent the movement number of the watch.
In the example on the right, “pppp” is the
movement number.
Safety precautions (Be sure to read)
This manual contains the following
instructions that should be strictly followed
at all times to prevent injury to yourself and
other persons as well as damage to property.
■ Injuries and damage that might be caused
by using the watch improperly or neglecting
any of the instructions or precautions
contained in this manual are classified with
the following symbols.
DANGER
Highly likely to cause
death or serious injury.
WARNING
Can cause serious
injury or death.
CAUTION
Can or will cause
minor or moderate
injury or damage.
■ Important instructions that should be
followed are classified with the following
symbols.
Warning (caution) symbol followed by
instructions that should be followed or
precautions that should be observed.
Warning (caution) symbol followed by
prohibited matters.
*The illustrations shown in this manual may
differ from the actual watch you have purchased.
For optimal performance
To ensure optimal watch performance, be sure to perform the
following.
• After taking off the watch, put it in a
position so that the dial is exposed to
bright light, such as by a window.
• Charge the watch in direct sunlight once
a month for 5 to 6 hours.
• Before storing the watch in a dark place
for an extended period of time, be sure
to charge it fully.When the watch is regularly covered with
long sleeves, it may not be charged sufficiently. Try to keep
the watch exposed to light sufficient for charging.
• Do not charge the watch at a high temperature (about 60ºC or
higher).
Notes on charging your watch
• This watch uses a built-in rechargeable cell to store electrical
energy. The rechargeable cell used is a clean energy battery
that does not use any harmful substances such as mercury
whatsoever.
• Charge the watch by exposing the dial to light such as direct
sunlight or fluorescent lamps.
About protective stickers
Please be sure to peel off protective stickers before wearing the
watch if glass and metal parts of the watch (case, metal band,
and metal parts of the clasp) are covered with the stickers.
Perspiration or moisture may enter the gaps between the
stickers and the parts, which may result in a skin rash and/or
corrosion of the metal parts.
Cal. No.:
G530
Type:
Thin analog solar-powered watch
Time
accuracy:
Within ±10 seconds per year on
average when worn at normal
temperatures (+5°C to +35°C)
Operational
temperature –10°C to +60°C
range:
Display
functions:
Time: hours, minutes, seconds
Additional
functions:
Insufficient charge warning
function
Time setting warning function
Quick start function
Overcharge prevention function
Operation
time:
From fully charged to stop:
Approx. 5 months
From two second interval
movement to stop: Approx. 6 days
Battery:
Rechargeable cell
(lithium button cell),1pc
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Time correction
position ①
Unlock
Lock
Screw
down
crown
Rotate the
crown counterclockwise until
it releases from
the case.
Push the crown
in to the case.
With gentle
pressure
towards the case, rotate
the crown clockwise to
secure it to the case. Be
sure to tighten firmly.
Screw
down
push
button
Rotate the
locking screw
counterclockwise,
and loosen until it stops.
Rotate the
locking screw
clockwise, and
tighten firmly.
Your Watch
The watch operates by converting sunlight and other light into
electrical energy. Once the rechargeable cell is fully charged,
the watch will function for approximately 6 months.
Insufficient charge warning
If the power becomes very low, the second
hand advances at 2-second intervals,
indicating that charging is necessary.
When the second hand starts to advance
at 2-second intervals, expose the watch to
light until it is fully charged.
If the watch is not exposed to light within
approximately 6 days after the insufficient
charge warning starts, the watch will stop.
Quick start function
When the stopped watch is exposed to light, it starts operating
again immediately.
After quick start, expose the watch to light until
it is fully charged. Set the correct time before
using the watch.
Replacement of Rechargeable Cell
Because the watch uses a rechargeable cell, you do not need
periodical cell replacement.
However, power consumption may increase after using for an
extended period of time due to deterioration, and the power
may run out earlier than expected. To avoid this, we recommend
that you have your watch inspected (Charge basis) periodically.
(3) The watch starts to run when the crown is
firmly pushed in to the normal position.
Solar cell
Unique Functions of Solar-Powered Watches
If insufficient charge continues
Insufficient Charge
Warning display
Normal time display
If insufficiently
charged
If the time is set
while the watch is
still insufficiently
charged
Time Setting
Warning display
WARNING
The Quick Start
function is activated
when the watch is
exposed to light and
the watch hands
begin to move
If charged
Two second
interval movement
Irregular two second
interval movement
If the watch is sufficiently charged after the time has been set
Note : Irregular two second interval movement will continue if the time is not set.
W Time
Setting Warning Function
Irregular two second
interval movement
Although the watch hands begin to
move when the watch is exposed to light
after it has stopped, since the time is
incorrect, the second hand moves
irregularly in 2 second intervals to
indicate that the time is incorrect.
When this happens, sufficiently
recharge the watch and reset the time.
Irregular two second interval movement
will continue until the time is set.
W
Overcharge
Function
Prevention
Once the rechargeable cell
becomes fully recharged, the
overcharge prevention function
is activated to prevent it from
being charged further.
Watch accuracy
The accuracy of your watch will be maintained when it is used at normal temperatures (+5 to +35℃) and
worn roughly 12 hours per day. When used under conditions other than those indicated above. the accuracy of
the watch may decrease slightly.
* Monthly Error
he monthly error of your watch cannot simply be calculated by dividing the annual error of ±10 seconds by 12.
T
The monthly error may be ±2 seconds (annual error: ±10 seconds) or ±4 seconds (annual error: ±20 seconds) depending on
the conditions of use (seasonal temperature changes, amount of time the watch is worn and other factors).
Guide to Charging Time
* Below are the approximate times required for charging when exposing the watch dial to light continuously.
Please use this table as a reference only.
Charging Time (approximate)
To keep working
normally for one day
To start working
normally when
the rechargeable cell
is empty
To charge fully when
the rechargeable cell
is empty
100,000
2 minutes
20 minutes
6 hours
Cloudy (Outdoors)
10,000
10 minutes
3 hours
40 hours
Less than 20 cm from
30 W fluorescent light
3,000
35 minutes
8 hours
130 hours
500
4 hours
60 hours
850 hours
Environment
Illuminance
(lx)
Direct sunlight (Outdoors)
Indoor
Use Only the Specified Battery
• Water-resistance for daily use (to 3 atmospheres) means that
the watch may be worn while washing your face or in the rain,
but is not to be immersed in water.
• Upgraded water-resistance for daily use (to 5 atmospheres)
means that the watch may be worn while swimming, but is not
to worn while skin diving.
• Upgraded water-resistance for daily use (to 10/20 atmospheres)
means that the watch may be worn while skin diving, but not
while scuba or saturated diving using helium gas.
Indication
Water-related use
Watch face
Specifications
or
case back
Non-water-resistant
watch
Watch
stops
WARNING
• Never use a battery other than the rechargeable cell specified
for use in this watch. Although the watch structure is designed
so that it will not operate when another type of battery is
installed, if a silver battery or other type of battery is installed
in the watch and the watch is recharged, there is the risk of
overcharging which may cause the battery to rupture. This
can cause damage to the watch and injury to the wearer. When
replacing the rechargeable cell, always make sure to use the
designated rechargeable cell.
Water Resistance
• Refer to the watch dial and the case back for the indication of
the water resistance of your watch. The following chart provides
examples of use for reference to ensure that your watch is used
properly. (The unit “1 bar” is roughly equal to 1 atmosphere.)
• WATER RESIST (ANT) ××bar may also be indicated as
W.R.××bar.
• Non-water resistant watches cannot be used underwater or in
environments in contact with water.
Name
When recharging
becomes
insufficient
Handling of Rechargeable Cell
• T he rechargeable cell should never be removed from the
watch. If for any reason it becomes necessary to remove the
rechargeable cell from the watch, keep out of the reach of
children to prevent accidental swallowing. If the rechargeable
cell is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.
• Do not dispose of the rechargeable cell with ordinary garbage.
Please follow the instructions of your municipality regarding
collection of batteries to prevent the risk of fire or
environmental contamination.
When this watch becomes insufficiently charged, the following warning functions are activated indicating
that the watch is insufficiently charged.
How to use a specially designed crown/push button
WScrew down crown and screw down push button
Unlock the crown prior to operate your watch.
(1) P ull the crown out to the time correction
position ① when the second hand has
reached 0 seconds.
(2) Turn the crown to set the time.
Do not attempt to adjust the watchband (including the metal
and rubber type) by yourself (except watches with accessory
tool for band adjustment). Doing so may result in dropping
the watch or injury during the adjustment. Please contact your
dealer or Citizen Customer Support Center for adjustment of
the band; otherwise, adjustment may not be possible or not be
free of charge.
Some models are equipped with a specially designed crown
and/or push button to prevent accidental operation.
WARNING
Normal position ⓪
About band adjustment
Eco-Drive (solar powered) watch
Specifications
Second
hand
Warranty and
Service
Precautionary Items and Usage Limitations
Non-waterresistant
Moderate
Minor exposure
exposure to
to water
Skin diving,
water (washing,
(washing face,
marine sports
kitchen work,
rain, etc.)
swimming, etc.)
Scuba diving
using
an air tank
Pulling out
the crown when
the watch is wet
Everyday-use
WATER RESIST
water-resistant watch
(ANT)
Water-resistant to
3 atmospheres
NO
OK
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
Upgraded
WATER RESIST
everyday-use
(ANT) 5 bar
water-resistant watch
Water-resistant to
5 atmospheres
OK
OK
NO
NO
NO
Upgraded
Water-resistant to
WATER RESIST
everyday-use
10 or 20
(ANT) 10/20 bar
water-resistant watch
atmospheres
OK
OK
OK
NO
NO
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CAUTION
To avoid injury
• Be particularly careful when wearing your watch while
holding a small child, to avoid injury.
• Be particularly careful when engaged in strenuous exercise or
work, to avoid injury to yourself and others.
• Do NOT wear your watch while in a sauna or other location
where your watch may become excessively hot, since there is
the risk of burns.
• Be careful when putting on and taking off your watch, since
there is a risk of damaging your fingernails, depending on the
manner in which the band is fastened.
• Do not go to bed wearing the watch to prevent from
unexpected injury or rash.
CAUTION
Precautions
• A lways use the watch with the crown pushed in (normal
position). If the crown is of the screw lock-type, make sure it is
securely locked.
• Do NOT operate the crown when the watch is wet. Water may
penetrate into the watch, causing deterioration of water
resistance.
• If water enters the watch or the watch fogs up and does not
clear up even after a long time, consult your dealer or
Customer Support Center for inspection and/or repair.
• Please note the folowing even if the watch is highly
water-resistant.
• I f the watch is immersed in sea water, rinse with fresh water
and wipe completely with a dry cloth.
• Do not splash water from the faucet directly on the watch.
• Do not take a bath wearing the watch.
• If seawater enters the watch, place the watch in a box or plastic
bag and immediately take it in for repair. Otherwise, pressure
inside the watch will increase, and parts (crystal, crown,
buttons, etc.) may come off.
CAUTION
When Wearing your Watch
<Band>
• T he durability of a leather band may be affected when wet
(fading, peeling of adhesive), owing to the properties of the
material. Moreover, wet leather may cause a rash.
• Perspiration or accumulated dirt may cause the leather or
rubber band to deteriorate. Be sure to replace it regularly.
• It is recommended to take off the watch if it gets wet, even if
the watch itself is water-resistant.
• Do Not wear the band too tightly. Try to leave enough space
between the band and your skin to allow adequate ventilation.
• T he rubber (urethane) band may be stained by dyes or soil
present in or on clothing or other accessories.
S ince these stains may not be removable, caution is required
when wearing your watch with items that tend to easily transfer
color (articles of clothing, purses, etc.). In addition, the band
may be deteriorated by solvents or moisture in the air. Replace
with a new one when it has lost elasticity or become cracked.
• Please ask immediately for the band adjustment and repair in
the following cases.
• The band is found to be abnormal due to corrosion of metal, etc.
• The pin comes out of the band.
<Temperature>
• The watch may stop or the function of the watch may be impaired
in extremely high or low temperature. Do not use the watch in
places where the temperature is outside the operating
temperature range as stated in the specifications.
<Static Electricity>
• The integrated circuits (IC) used in quartz watches are sensitive
to static electricity. Please note that the watch may not indicate
the correct time if exposed to intense static electricity.
<Magnetism>
• A nalog quartz watches are powered by a step motor that uses a
magnet. Subjecting the watch to strong magnetism from the
outside can cause the motor to operate improperly and prevent
the watch from indicating the correct time. Do not allow the
watch to come into close proximity to magnetic health devices
(magnetic necklaces, magnetic elastic bands, etc.) or the
magnets used in the latches of refrigerator doors, clasps used
in handbags, the speaker of a cell phone, electromagnetic
cooking devices and so on.
<Strong Shock>
• Avoid dropping the watch or subjecting it to other strong impact.
It may cause malfunctions and/or performance deterioration as
well as damage to the case and bracelet.
<Chemicals, Corrosive Gasses and Mercury>
• If paint thinner, benzene or other solvents or products
containing these solvents (including gasoline, nailpolish
remover, cresol, bathroom cleaners and adhesives, water
repellent, etc.) are allowed to come into contact with the
watch, the may discolor, dissolve or crack the materials. Be
careful when handling these chemicals. Contact with mercury
such as that used in thermometers may also cause
discoloration of the band and case.
CAUTION
Always keep your Watch Clean
• Rotate the crown while it is pressed in fully and press the
buttons periodically so they do not become stuck due to
accumulations of foreign matter.
• T he case and band of the watch come into direct contact with
the skin in the same manner as undergarments. Corrosion of
the metal or unnoticed soiling such as that caused by
perspiration and dirt can soil sleeves and other portions of
clothing. Keep your watch clean at all times.
• T he case and band of the watch come into direct contact with
the skin. Rust, dirt or perspiration present on the watch’s body
or band may cause itching or a rash on your skin. Such
problems may also occur if you have an allergy to certain
metals or leather. If you think there is something wrong,
discontinue wearing the watch immediately and consult your
physician. For the metal band and case, use a brush with
neutral detergent to remove dirt and perspiration. For the
leather or rubber band, wipe off dirt with a dry cloth.
• L eather bands may become discolored by perspiration or dirt.
Always keep your leather band clean by wiping with a dry
cloth.
CAUTION
Recharging Precautions
• Do not charge the watch at a high temperature (about 60°C or
higher) as doing so may cause the movement to malfunction.
Examples:
• Charging the watch too close to a light source which generates
a large amount of heat such as an incandescent lamp or
halogen lamp.
*W
hen charging under an incandescent lamp, be sure to leave
50cm or more between the lamp and the watch to avoid
exposing the watch to excessive heat.
• Charging the watch in a location where the temperature may
become extremely high such as on the dashboard of a vehicle.
Caring for your Watch
• Wipe any dirt or moisture such as perspiration from the case
and crystal with a soft cloth.
• For a metallic, plastic or rubber watchband, wash any dirt off
with water. Remove the small amounts of dirt trapped
between the crevices of the metallic band with a soft brush.
• If you will not be using your watch for an extended period of
time, carefully wipe off any perspiration, dirt or moisture and
store in a proper location, avoiding locations subject to
excessively high or low temperatures and high humidity.
• Wipe off dirt from the leather or rubber band with a dry cloth.
About the Watch with Luminous Paint
The paint on the dial and hands helps you with reading the time
in a dark place. The luminous paint stores daylight or artificial
light (not including incandescent lighting) and glows in a dark
place. It is free from any radioactive substance or any other
material harmful to a human body or environment.
• T he light emission gradually becomes weaker as time passes.
• T he duration of the light (“glow”) will vary depending on the
brightness, types of and distance from a light source, exposure
time, and the amount of the paint.
• T he paint may not glow and/or may dissipate quickly if
exposure to light was not sufficient.
<Free Guarantee>
In the case a malfunction has occurred during
the course of normal use while the watch
is till under warranty, the watch will be
repaired free of charge in accordance with
the conditions of the warranty included with
this manual.
<Stock Period of Repair Parts>
Our standard period for stocking repair parts
for each model is generally seven year. When
an exterior part such as the watch case,
glass, dial, hand, crown or band is damaged,
a spare part with different appearance may
sometimes be used.
<Repair Period>
Repairs can be performed on your watch
within the repair parts stock period even
after the free guarantee has expired.
However, you will be charged for these
repairs. Please take the watch to the shop
where you purchased it and ask whether it
can be repaired because the repair period
varies according to the conditions of use,
environment and so forth. Moreover, there
are cases in which it is difficult to restore
the watch to its original accuracy when
decreased accuracy has resulted from
long-term use.
<Change of Address or Receiving as a Gift>
In the event that you have moved or have
received your watch as a gift, and are not
able to bring your watch to the shop where
it was purchased for serving, please consult
Customer Support Center.
<Periodic Inspection (Charge Basis)>
You should have your watch inspected every
2-3 years to extend its life and ensure safety.
(charge basis)
When replacing parts, always make sure
to request genuine parts. When it becomes
necessary to replace packings and springs,
it may sometimes also be necessary to
inspect other parts or to make repairs in
addition to replacing the parts. Please ask
for more detailed information on repair or
replacement expenses at the shop where you
purchased your watch or Customer Support
Center.
<Other Inquiries>
If you have any questions regarding the way
warranty, repairs or other matters, please
inquire at the shop where you purchased
your watch or Customer Support Center.
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