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CONTENTS
A. BEFORE USING..........................................................................................2
B. SETTING THE TIME AND CALENDAR......................................................3
C. FUNCTIONS OF SOLAR POWERED WATCH ..........................................6
Insufficient Charge Warning Function..........................................................7
Quick Start Function ....................................................................................7
Overcharge Prevention Function .................................................................7
D. CARE AND HANDLING DURING CHARGING ..........................................8
E. ABOUT THE ENERGY STORAGE CELL...................................................9
F. TIME REQUIRED FOR CHARGING .........................................................10
G. IN THESE CASES .....................................................................................12
H. DO NOT USING THIS WATCH WHILE DIVING WHEN... ........................14
I. WHEN USING FOR DIVING......................................................................15
J. USING THE ROTATING BEZEL...............................................................18
K. PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................................20
L. SPECIFICATIONS.....................................................................................26
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B. SETTING THE TIME AND CALENDAR
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Setting the time
1. Stop the second hand by pulling out the crown.
2. Turn the crown to set the time.
3. After setting the time, firmly push the crown back into its normal position.
A. BEFORE USING
This watch is not powered by a conventional battery, but is powered by converting light
to electrical energy.
Once fully charged, the watch will continue to run for approximately 6 months without
additional charging. We do recommend exposing your watch to light every day to
ensure optimum performance. Always be sure to recharge the watch before it stops.
Your watch features an Overcharge Prevention Function so there is no need to worry
about overcharging your watch.
A special energy storage cell is used to store electrical energy. This special cell does
not require replacement and is a clean energy unit that does not use any toxic
substances.
Time-setting position
Crown
Solar cell
Normal position
[1] Three-hand models without calendar display
* If your watch has a screw-type crown, lift up the crown to loosen it before
operation. Be sure to press the crown down firmly after operation.
Before using, be sure to fully charge your watch by exposing it to light.
(See “F. Time required for charging”, for charge time reference)
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Setting the time
1. Stop the second hand by pulling the crown out to the 2nd click (time setting position).
2. Turn the crown to set the time.
3. The watch will start after the crown is firmly pushed back into its normal position.
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Setting the calendar
1. Pull the crown out to the 1st click (calendar setting position).
2. Set the desired date by turning the crown counterclockwise.
3. Set the desired day of the week by turning the crown clockwise.
• In the case of date display models, turning the crown clockwise will result in the loose
play of the crown.
4. After you have set the calendar, be sure to press the crown back to its normal position.
• Do not adjust the calendar when the watch is reading as below. Otherwise the
calendar may not change correctly.
* Date display models ..... between 9:00 pm and 1:00 am
* Date, day of the week display models ..... between 9:00 pm and 4:00 am
Time
setting
position
Time
setting
position
Calendar setting
position
Crown
Date
Solar cell
Normal position
[2] Models with calendar (date and weekday) display
* If your watch has a screw-type crown, lift up the crown to loosen it before
operation. Be sure to press the crown down firmly after operation.
[Date display models]
[Date, day of the week
display models]
Solar cell
Crown
Date, day of the week
Normal position
Calendar setting
position
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C.
FUNCTIONS OF SOLAR POWERED WATCH
If the charge becomes insufficient, a warning function will operate and the display
changes, as below.
Normal time
display
Stop
Insufficient charge
warning display
One second
interval movement
Two second
interval movement
If charged
sufficiently
If insufficiently
charged
If insufficiently charged and time is set
When the watch is exposed to light, the Quick Start Function will begin operating
and the second hand will start moving. The correct time can be set once the watch
is fully charged.
If insufficient charge continues
The second hand changes to a two second
interval movement to indicate insufficient recharging.
Even in such a case, the watch keeps correct time, but about 4
days after the two second interval movement begins, the
watch will stop.
After exposing the watch to light, recharging takes place and
the watch returns to one second interval movement.
Two second interval
movement
2 sec
2 sec
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Quick Start Function
The watch will stop if it is completely discharged.
It will begin to operate soon after it is exposed to light.
(However, the time to start may vary according to the brightness of the light.)
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Overcharge Prevention Function
You can recharge your watch without worry.
Once the special energy storage cell is fully charged, the overcharge prevention
function comes into operation and prevents over-charging of the energy storage cell.
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Insufficient Charge Warning Function
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D. CARE AND HANDLING DURING CHARGING
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Notes on Use
To maintain optimal performance, be sure to expose your watch to light regularly.
Please note that if you wear long sleeves, your watch may be hidden from light and
may result in insufficient charging. As such, additional exposure to light may be
necessary.
• When you take your watch off, be sure to place it in as bright an area as possible.
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Notes on recharging
• Avoid recharging your watch in areas of high temperatures (over about 60 °C /
140 °F), otherwise the sensitive components of the watch may become damaged.
(e.g.) Incandescent lights generate heat sufficient to damage your watch. Be sure to
keep the watch at least 50cm (20inches) away from the bulb so no damage
occurs. We do not recommend the use of Halogen bulbs for recharging.
Never place your watch on the dashboard or rear deck of a vehicle as the heat
generated in these areas can damage your watch.
E. ABOUT THE ENERGY STRAGE CELL
Unlike ordinary watches, the special energy storage cell used in your watch does
not need regular replacement. This is a clean energy cell that will last the life of
the watch.
CAUTION:
The energy cell should last the life of the watch. Never allow anyone other than an
Authorized Service Center to replace this cell. The movement is designed to operate
with only the original energy storage cell. If an alternate cell is installed, such as a
conventional battery, the battery may become overcharged resulting in damage to the
movement and/or bursting of the cell, which could cause injury to the user.
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* The recharging time is the time the watch is continuously exposed to direct light.
Full recharging time . . . Time required to fully charge when the watch has completely
stopped.
One day usage . . . . . . . . Time required to charge the watch sufficient for one-day use
with one-second interval operation.
F. TIME REQUIRED FOR CHARGING
Time required for recharging may vary according to the design of the watch (color of
the dial, etc) and operating environment. The following table will serve as an
approximate reference: (Table of recharging)
(Empty to full)
Illuminance
(lux)
500
Environment
Inside an ordinary
office
Time required
From the stop state to the
one second movement
50 hours
One day
usage
4 hours
Empty to full
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1000
60-70cm (24-28in.) under
a fluorescent light (30W)
25 hours 2 hours -------
3000
20cm (8in.) under a
fluorescent light (30W)
7 hours 40 minutes 120 hours
10000 Exterior, cloudy 2 hours 11 minutes 35 hours
100000
Exterior, summer,
sunny
17 minutes 2 minutes 11 hours
CAUTION:
When recharging the watch after it is completely in the stop state, be sure to pull out the
crown to the time setting position.
After recharging, set the time and push the crown firmly back into its normal position.
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G. IN THESE CASES
[If the watch warns that the energy is running short]
The second hand starts moving at two second intervals in
order to warn that the watch will stop functioning after about
1 week. (Insufficient Charge Warning Function)
In such a case, expose your watch to light for a while to
cancel the warning. (The second hand returns to moving at
one second intervals when the energy is recharged.)
If the watch is left short of energy, it will stop functioning
after 4 days or so.
Two second
interval movement
[If the watch warns you to set the time.]
When the watch that has stopped is exposed to light, the
second hand starts two second interval movement (Quick
Start Function). The time elapsed before the second hand
starts moving depends on the illuminance of the light.
Even so, the second hand continues the two second interval
movement to tell you that the watch indicates an incorrect
time because it had stopped.
In such a case, set the hands to the correct time.
* If the watch is insufficiently exposed to light, the second
hand will soon switch to moving at two second intervals in
order to warn that the energy is running short.
Two second
interval movement
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I.
WHEN USING FOR DIVING
Precautions when Using during Diving:
* When using a diver's watch, please make sure that you have received the
proper education and training for various types of diving, and observe all
rules.
* Please make sure to use the watch properly based on a thorough
understanding of watch handling and precautions. Please note that
failure to operate the watch in a manner not described in the user's
manual may prevent the watch from functioning properly.
H. DO NOT USING THIS WATCH WHILE
DIVING WHEN...
PROHIBITED
Do not use your watch while diving when the following occur.
• The insufficient recharging warning feature is activated. As the battery approaches
the end of its life, the second hand begins to move in 2 second increments. (When
this happens, expose the watch to light so that it recharges and the second hand
returns to normal movement. )
• The watch stops or exhibits any abnormal operation.
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<Before Diving>
* Please make sure that the crown is pushed in firmly and the screw is securely
tightened.
* Please check that the band is securely attached to the watch.
* Please confirm that there are no cracks, scratches, chips or other abnormalities in
the band and glass.
* Please check that the rotating bezel rotates properly.
* Please check that the time and date are set correctly.
* Please check that the second hand is moving properly.
If the second hand is moving at two-second intervals, this means that the watch is
not sufficiently charged. Sufficiently charge the watch when this occurs.
<During Diving>
* Never attempt to turn or pull out the crown underwater. This can cause defective
water resistance or other malfunction.
* Be careful to avoid bumping your watch on hard objects such as diving equipment
or rocks.
<After Diving>
* Completely wash off any sea water, mud or sand adhered to the watch with pure
water after checking that the crown and screw are tightened. Wipe off any excess
moisture with a dry cloth.
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Determination of Remaining Time
* The remaining time can be determined by
aligning the
▼
mark on the rotating bezel
with the target time.
Remaining time
J. USING THE ROTATING BEZEL
The rotating bezel can be used as a reference for elapsed time during diving or for the
amount of time remaining relative to a predetermined amount of time.
[Setting the Rotating Bezel]
* Only turn the rotating bezel to the left. It cannot be rotated in the opposite direction
(to the right) to prevent the risk of incorrect operation.
* Align the
▼
mark on the rotating bezel
with the minute hand. After a certain
amount of time has elapsed, the elapsed
time can be determined from the scale on
the rotating bezel.
Turning
direction
Elapsed time
Determination of Elapsed Time
K. PRECAUTIONS
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.
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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.
Minor exposure
to water
(washing face,
rain, etc.)
Dial or Case (case back)
Indication
Specifications
Water-resistant
to 200M
Examples of use
OK OK
Moderate exposure
to water (washing,
kitchen work,
swimming, etc.)
OK
Marine sports
(skin diving)
OK
Scuba diving
(with air tank)
NO
Operation of the
crown with
moisture visible
AIR DIVER'S 200M
Water-resistant
to 300M
OK
AIR DIVER'S 300M
NO
OK OK OK NO NO
Saturation
diving (helium
enriched
enviroment)
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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 mild soap and
water. Use a soft brush to remove dust and dirt jammed in the gaps in the metal band.
If your watch is not water-resistant, take it to your dealer.
NOTE: Avoid using solvents (thinner, benzine, etc.), as they may mar the finish.
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.
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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 skin 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 or a magnetic latch of a refrigerator door or
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 needs inspection once in 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 need to be inspected and replaced if necessary.
Ask for Citizen geuine parts upon replacement.
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L. SPECIFICATIONS
1. Caliber No.: E168
2. Type: Analog Quartz Watch with 3 Hands
3. Accuracy: Within ±15sec/month (within a normal temperature
range of 5˚C/41˚F to 35˚C/95˚F)
4. Quartz oscillator frequency: 32,768Hz
5. IC: C/MOS-LSI (1 pc.)
6. Operational temperature range: -10˚C/14˚F to +60˚C/140˚F
7. Display features: Time: hour, minute, second
Date: date (models with date display)
8. Additional features: Insufficient charge warning, Quick start,
Overcharge prevention
9. Continuous operating time: Approx. 6 months (from full recharge to stop)
Approx. 4 days (from two second interval movement
to stop)
10. Battery: Secondary battery
*Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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