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CONTENTS
1. Features ........................................................................................................... 3
2. Before Using .................................................................................................... 4
3. Setting the Time .............................................................................................. 5
4. Unique Functions of Solar-Powered Watches.............................................. 6
• Insufficient Charge Warning Function
• Time Setting Warning Function
• Overcharge Prevention Function
• Quick Start Function
5. General Reference for Charging Times...................................................... 10
6. Handling Precautions ................................................................................... 11
• Charging Precautions
7. Replacing the Secondary Battery ................................................................ 13
8. Precautions .................................................................................................... 14
9. Specifications................................................................................................. 20
1. Features
This watch is a thin, solar-powered watch that contains a solar cell beneath the dial that powers the watch by converting light energy into electrical energy.
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2. Before Using
This watch is a solar-powered watch. Before using, charge the watch sufficiently by exposing it to light. In the case the watch has stopped running due to being insufficiently charged, expose it to sunlight or other intense light to recharge the watch sufficiently.
This watch uses a secondary battery to store electrical energy. This secondary battery is a clean energy battery that does not use mercury or any other harmful substances. Once fully charged, the watch circuit will continue to keep time for about
6 months without additional charging.
<Proper Use of Solar-Powered Watches>
In order to ensure that this watch is used comfortably, try to charge the watch as frequently as possible to prevent it from becoming insufficiently charged and stopping.
There is no risk of overcharging this watch no matter how often it is charged (as a result of being provided with an overcharge prevention function). It is recommended to try to recharge this watch at least once a day.
3. Setting the Time
If the crown is of the screw-type, set the time after first loosening the screw by turning the crown to the left. Once the time has been set, securely retighten the screw by turning the crown to the right while pushing in after returning to the normal position.
Second hand
(0) Normal position
(1) Time correction position
Solar cell
(1) Pull the crown out to the time correction position when the second hand has reached 0 seconds.
(2) Turn the crown to set the time.
(3) The watch starts to run when the crown is firmly pushed in to the normal position.
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4. Unique Functions of Solar-Powered Watches
When this watch becomes insufficiently charged, the following warning functions are activated indicating that the watch is insufficiently charged.
<Normal time display>
If insufficiently charged
If charged
If the watch is sufficiently charged after the time has been set
Note 1: Irregular two second interval movement will continue if the time is not set.
<Insufficient Charge Warning display>
If insufficient charge continues
Two second interval movement
If the time is set while the watch is still insufficiently charged
<Time Setting Warning display>
Watch stops
The Quick Start function is activated when the watch is exposed to light and the watch hands begin to move Irregular two second interval movement
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Second hand moves at two second intervals
2 seconds
2 seconds
<Insufficient Charge Warning Function>
The second hand moves at two second intervals to indicate insufficient charging. Although the watch will continue to keep time accurately, the watch will end up stopping if more than about 7 days elapse since the start of two second interval movement. At this time, recharge the watch by exposing to light until it returns to normal one second interval movement.
Irregular two second interval movement
2 seconds
2 seconds
<Time Setting Warning Function>
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.
<Overcharge Prevention Function>
Once the secondary battery becomes fully recharged, the overcharge prevention function is activated to prevent it from being charged further.
<Quick Start Function>
The watch stops when it becomes completely discharged. The watch hands begin to move after about 10 seconds when the watch is exposed to light (although the time until the hands begin to move varies according to the intensity of the light). However, please note that the watch may stop again since charging will be inadequate if the light is blocked at this time.
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5. General Reference for Charging Times
Recharging time varies according to the watch model (such as the color of the dial). The times in the table below should therefore only be used as a rough reference.
* Charging time refers to the amount of time during which the watch is continuously exposed to light.
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Charging time
Illuminance
(lx)
Environment
500 Inside an ordinary office
1.000
3.000
Under a fluorescent lamp (30 W) at a distance of 60-70 cm (24-28 in)
Under a fluorescent lamp (30
W) at a distance of 20 cm (8 in)
10.000
Outdoors, cloudy
100.000
Outdoors, summer and sunny under direct sunlight
One day usage
3 hours
30 minutes
1 hour
45 minutes
35 minutes
10 minutes
4 minutes
From the stopped state to one second interval movement
73 hours
34 hours
12 hours
3 hours
30 minutes
35 minutes
Full charge time
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132 hours
37 hours
30 minutes
13 hours
30 minutes
Full charge time: Time to fully recharge the watch after it has stopped.
One day usage: Time required for the watch to run at one second interval movement for one day.
6. Handling Precautions
<Try to Keep the Watch Charged at All Times>
Please note that if you wear long sleeves, the watch can easily become insufficiently charged as a result of the watch being covered and not being exposed to light. The watch will continue to run properly if it is placed in as bright a location as possible even when not being worn.
Charging Precautions
· Allowing the watch to reach high temperatures during recharging can damage the watch. Avoid recharging in locations that can reach high temperatures (about
60°C /140°F or higher).
Examples: · Charging by placing the watch in close proximity to a light source that easily becomes hot such as an incandescent lamp or halogen lamp.
· Charging the watch in a location that can easily become hot such as on an automobile dashboard
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· When charging using the light from an incandescent lamp, charge while being careful that the watch does not become excessively hot by placing at a distance of at least 50 cm (20in) from the lamp.
7.Replacing the Secondary Battery
Unlike ordinary batteries, the secondary battery used in this watch can be repeatedly charged and discharged and is not required to be periodically replaced.
CAUTION
Never use another battery different from the secondary battery used in this watch.
The watch structure is so designed that a different kind of battery other than that specified cannot be used to operate it. In case a different kind of battery such as a silver battery is used by some chance, there is a danger that it will be overcharged to burst, causing damage to the watch and even to the human body.
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8. Precautions
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CAUTION: Water-resistance performance
There are several types of water-resistant watches as shown in the following table.
The unit "bar" is roughly equal to 1 atmosphere.
* WATER RESIST (ANT) xx bar may also be indicated as
W.R. xx bar.
Dial
Indication
Case
(Case back)
Specifications
WATER RESIST or no indication
WATER
RESIST(ANT)
Water-resistant to
3 atmospheres
WR 50 or WATER
RESIST 50
WATER RESIST(ANT)
5 bar or
WATER RESIST(ANT)
WR 100/200 or WATER
RESIST 100/200
WATER RESIST(ANT)
10 bar/20 bar or WATER
RESIST(ANT)
Water-resistant to
5 atmospheres
Water-resistant to
10/20 atmospheres
Minor exposure to water
(washing face, rain, etc.)
OK
OK
OK
For correct use within the design limits of the watch, confirm the level of waterresistance of your watch, as indicated on the dial and case, and consult the table.
Examples of use
Moderate exposure to water (washing, kitchen work, swimming, etc.)
Marine sports (skin diving)
NO NO
OK
OK
NO
OK
Scuba diving (with air tank)
Operation of the crown with moisture visible
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
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• Water-resistance for daily use (to 3 atmospheres): This type of watch is waterresistant to minor exposure to water. For example, you may wear the watch while washing your face; however, it is not designed for use underwater.
• Upgraded water-resistance for daily use (to 5 atmospheres): This type of watch is water-resistant to moderate exposure to water. You may wear the watch while swimming; however, it is not designed for use while skin diving.
• Upgraded water-resistance for daily use (to 10/20 atmospheres): This type of watch may be used for skin diving; however, it is not designed for scuba or saturated diving using helium gas.
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CAUTION:
• Be sure to use the watch with the crown pressed in (normal position). If your watch has a screw-type crown, be sure to tighten the crown completely.
• Do NOT operate the crown with wet fingers or when the watch is wet. Water may enter the watch and compromise water-resistance.
• If the watch is used in seawater, rinse with fresh water afterward and wipe with a dry cloth.
• If moisture has entered the watch, or if the inside of the crystal is fogged up and does not become clear within a day, immediately take the watch to your dealer or
Citizen Service Center for repair. Leaving the watch in such a state will allow corrosion to form inside.
• 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:
Keep your watch clean.
• Leaving dust and dirt deposited between the case and crown may result in difficulty in pulling the crown out. Rotate the crown while in its normal position from time to time to loosen dust and dirt and then brush it off.
• Dust and dirt tend to be deposited in gaps in the back of the case or band. Deposited dust and dirt may cause corrosion and soil your clothing. Clean the watch occasionally.
Cleaning the Watch
• Use a soft cloth to wipe off dirt, perspiration and water from the case and crystal.
• Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe off perspiration and dirt from the leather band.
• To clean a metal, plastic, or rubber watchband, wash away dirt with water. Use a soft brush to remove dust and dirt jammed in the gaps in the metal band.
NOTE: Avoid using solvents (thinner, benzine, etc.), as they may mar the finish.
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CAUTION:
Operating environment
• Use the watch within the operating temperature range specified in the instruction manual.
Using the watch where temperatures are outside the specified range may result in deterioration of functions or even stoppage of the watch.
• Do NOT use the watch in places where it is exposed to high temperature, such as in a sauna.
Doing so may result in a burn.
• Do NOT leave the watch in a place where it is exposed to high temperature, such as the glove compartment or dash-board of a car.
Doing so may result in deterioration of the watch, such as deformation of plastic parts.
• Do NOT place the watch close to a magnet.
Timekeeping will become inaccurate if you place the watch close to magnetic health equipment such as a magnetic necklace, a magnetic latch of a refrigerator door,handbag clasp or the earphone of a mobile phone. If this has occurred, move the watch away from the magnet and reset the time.
• Do NOT place the watch close to household appliances that generate static electricity.
Timekeeping may become inaccurate if the watch is exposed to strong static electricity, such as is emitted from a TV screen.
• Do NOT subject the watch to a strong shock such as dropping it onto a hard floor.
• Avoid using the watch in an environment where it may be exposed to chemicals or corrosive gases.
If solvents, such as thinner and benzine, or substances containing such solvents come in contact with the watch, discoloration, melting, cracking, etc. may result. If the watch comes in contact with mercury used in thermometers, the case, band or other parts may become discolored.
Periodical inspections
Your watch requires inspection once every two or three years for safety and long use.
To keep your watch water resistant, the packing needs to be replaced regularly.
Other parts are required to be inspected and replaced as necessary.
Ask for Citizen geuine parts during replacement.
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9. Specifications
• Cal. No.: G43*
• Type: Thin analog solar-powered watch
• Accuracy: Within ±15 seconds per month on average (when worn at normal temperatures: +5°C to +35°C / 41°F to 95°F)
• Operating temperature range: -10°C to +60°C / 14°F to 140°F
• Display functions: Time: hours, minutes, seconds
• Additional functions:
Insufficient charge warning function
Time setting warning function
Quick start function
Overcharge prevention function
• Continuous operating times:
From fully charged to stop: Approx. 6 months
From two second interval movement to stop: Approx. 7 days
• Battery: Secondary battery
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.
