FILA FILActive 38-113 User Manual

1

Design of the Watch

Thank you for purchasing this watch.
Please read this manual thoroughly before using the watch!

Hour

Hand

Stopwatch

Minute Hand

Minute

Hand

Stopwatch

Start /Stop

[A]

24 Hour

Hand

Second

Hand

Stopwatch

Second Hand

N 1

[B]

Date

2 3

Stopwatch

Split /Reset

N: Normal
1: Unlock
2: Adjust date
3: Adjust hands

2

Specifications

• Time Module VD53

• Chronograph with date

• Stainless steel case and leather strap / silicon strap

• 5 ATM

* These specifications might be changed without prior notice.

3

Date and Time Setting

1. Turn the crown counter
clockwise to unlock.

1N

1.

N 1

2. - 3.

N 1

2. Pull out the crown to the
position 2.

3. Turn the crown clockwise to
adjust the date.

4. Pull out the crown to the
position 3 when the second
hand is at the 12 o’clock
position. It will stop on the

2

2

spot and rotate the hour and
minute hands by turning the

crown. (Check the 24 hour

hand is set correctly.)

5. Push the crown back in to the

normal position in accordance
with a time signal.

6. Push and turn the crown
clockwise to lock.

3

FILActive

38-113

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User

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FM-750.1

4

Resetting Stopwatch Position Hands

Please do one of the following steps to reset the stopwatch
hand.

[A]

N

[B]

1.

1. - Stopwatch is stopped: Press [B] to reset the stopwatch

1/10 second, second and minute hands to “0” position.

- Stopwatch is counting: Press [A] to stop counting then
press [B] to reset all stopwatch hands.

- Split time is displayed: Press [B] to release split time, [A]
to stop counting then press [B] to reset the stopwatch.

If either of the stopwatch hands are not in the “0” position, reset
them according to the procedure below.

[A]

2N 1 3

[B]

4.

NOTE

- Before setting the time, check the stopwatch second and
minute hands are in the ‘0’ (12 o’clock) position. Please see
next chapter for details.

- Do not set the date hand between 9:00p.m. and 1:00a.m.
Otherwise, it may not turn properly. If it is necessary to set the
date during that time period, change the time to any time
outside it, set the date and then reset the correct time.

- When the crown is at the position 3. Do not press any button.
Otherwise, the chronograph hands will move.

1. - 4.

1. Turn the crown counter clockwise to unlock.

2. Pull out the crown to the position 3.

3. Press [A] or [B] to reset the stopwatch second and minute

hands to ”0” position.

4. Push the crown back to the normal position.

5. Push and turn the crown clockwise to lock.

Note: By pressing [A], the hands move counter clockwise. By
pressing [B], the hands move clockwise.

5

Using the Stopwatch

6

Care and Maintenance

Standard Measurement

Start Stop

[A]

N

[A]

Reset

[B]

1. Press [A] to start counting, press [A] to stop counting.

2. Press [B] to reset the stopwatch.

The Measurement time is indicated by the stopwatch hands that
move independently of the center and 24 hour hands.

The stopwatch can measure up to 60 minutes in seconds.

Accumulated Elapsed Time Measurement

Start Stop

[A]

N

Time 1

[A]

Start Stop

[A] [A]

Reset

Time 2

[B]

• This watch contains electronic components. Never attempt to

open the case or remove the back cover.

• Avoid exposing the watch to extreme temperature, chemicals

which will damage the watch.

• Keep the watch away from the conditions of strong electric field

and static electricity.

• Avoid rough usage or severe impact. The watch is designed to

withstand impact under normal use. It is advisable to subject it to
severe impact or rough usage.

• Clean your watch occasionally with a soft moistened cloth only.

Avoid using chemicals, especially soap as the waterproof gasket
will corrode.

• Store the watch in a dry place when it is not in use.

7

Precautions for Straps

• Exposure to water often makes a strap fragile and it may soon

tear.

• Don’t apply perfume or moisturizers around your wrist as the

chemicals can erode the metal, leather and plastic of watch
straps.

• The strap’s condition will depend on the owner’s wearing habits

as well as the climate of the place where the person lives. An
original replacement on straps is possible to be re-ordered

through an authorized service center.

• In case if there is any severe or persistent skin reaction, such as

severe redness, itching, rash or hives, you should stop wearing
this watch, and consult your doctor.

8

Precautions for Water Resistance

All FILA watches are designed to withstand use as indicated on the
below chart.

Time 1 + Time 2 = Accumulated Elapsed Time

1. Press [A] to start counting, press [A] to stop counting.

2. Press [A] to start continuously counting.

3. Press [A] to stop and review the accumulated elapsed time.

4. Press [B] to reset.

Note: Restart and stop the stopwatch can be repeated as many
times as necessary by pressing [A].

Split Time Measurement

Start Stop

[A]

N

Split/

Split release

[B]

[A]

Reset

1. Press [A] to Start counting, press [B] to take the split time /

release split.

2. Press [A] to Stop counting.

3. Press [B] to reset.

Note: Measurement and release of the split time can be
repeated as many times as necessary by pressing [B].

[B]

Indication

Level of

resistance

3ATM

(30 meters)

5ATM

(50 meters)

10ATM

(100 meters)

20ATM

(200 meters)

• Water damage may occur if the push buttons are pressed under

water.

• Should water or condensation appear in the watch, please check

the watch immediately as corrosion of electronic parts can occur
inside the case.

* Always set the crown in the normal position.

* Crowns and pushers must not be operated underwater.

* Make sure the crown is fully locked. The watch will not be water

resistant if the crown is not locked correctly.

Light spray

perspiration,

light rain, etc

Water-related use

Bathing,

etc

Swimming,

etc

Diving,

etc

9

Precautions for Battery

Battery Life

The battery in your FILA watch is estimated to last for 2 years.

Battery Replacement

If the watch is out of battery, you are recommended to go to the

authorized FILA service center for correct battery replacement in order

to retain a valid warranty and avoid any damage on the water
resistance function.

WARNING!

Always keep watch batteries away from children. If swallowed, contact
a doctor immediately. Batteries contain chemical substances. They
should be disposed of properly according to local regulations.

FILA™ is trademark of FILA Luxembourg and
used under licence by LONGITUDE LIMITED.