Quartz 9F86, 9F83, 9F85, 9F62, 9F61 User Manual

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BSJ9FCCF-1911

Printed in Japan

Thank you very much for choosing

a Grand Seiko watch.

For proper and safe use of your Grand Seiko watch,

please read the instructions carefully in

this booklet before using it.

Keep this manual handy for easy reference.

Bracelet sizing is available at the retailer from whom the watch was purchased. If you cannot have your watch band sized by the retailer from whom the watch was purchased because you received the watch as a gift, or you moved to a distant place, please contact Grand Seiko international service network mentioned on CERTIFICATE OF GUARANTEE or our website. The service may also be available on a chargeable basis at other retailers, however, some retailers may not undertake the service.

The battery in your watch at the time of purchase was inserted in the watch at the factory for performance checks. Battery replacement is at cost even within the guarantee period.

If your watch has a protective film for preventing scratches, make sure to peel it off before using the watch. If the watch is used with the film on it, dirt, sweat, dust, or moisture may be attached to the film and may cause rust.

CONTENTS

■ HANDLING CAUTIONS ....................................................................................... 2

■ CHECK THE CALIBER NUMBER AND WATER-RESISTANT LEVEL ............... 3

■ CAUTIONS ON WATER RESISTANCE .............................................................. 4

■ NAMES OF THE PARTS ...................................................................................... 7

■ HOW TO USE ..................................................................................................... 10

• Crown .............................................................................................................. 10

• HOW TO USE (FOR CAL. 9F83) ..................................................................... 11

• HOW TO USE (FOR CAL. 9F82, 9F62) ........................................................... 13

• HOW TO USE (FOR CAL. 9F85) ..................................................................... 15

• HOW TO USE (FOR CAL. 9F86) ..................................................................... 20

※ List of time zone differences in major regions of the world ........................... 26

• HOW TO USE (FOR CAL. 9F61, 4J51) ........................................................... 27

• HOW TO USE (FOR CAL. 4J52) ..................................................................... 28

• HOW TO USE (FOR CAL. 8J55) ..................................................................... 30

■ FUNCTIONS OF DIVER’S MODEL .................................................................... 31

• Unidirectional rotating bezel ............................................................................ 31

• Slide adjuster ................................................................................................... 32

• Battery replacement period indication ............................................................. 33

■ TO PRESERVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR WATCH .......................................... 34

• After-sale service ............................................................................................. 34

• Guarantee ....................................................................................................... 35

• Daily care ........................................................................................................ 36

• Band ................................................................................................................ 37

• Magnetic resistance (Magnetic influence) ....................................................... 38

• Lumibrite ......................................................................................................... 39

• Troubleshooting .............................................................................................. 39

■ LEAP SECOND .................................................................................................. 40

■ SPECIFICATIONS (MOVEMENT) ..................................................................... 40

■ BATTERY ........................................................................................................... 40

English

■ HANDLING CAUTIONS

To indicate the risks of serious consequences such as severe injuries unless the following safety regulations are strictly observed.

Immediately stop wearing the watch in the following cases.

If the watch body or band becomes edged by corrosion etc. If the pins protrude from the band.

* Immediately consult the retailer from whom the watch was purchased or Grand Seiko international

service network mentioned on CERTIFICATE OF GUARANTEE or our website.

Keep the watch, parts and battery out of the reach of babies and small children.

Care should be taken to prevent a baby or a small child from accidentally swallowing the parts or battery. If a baby or child swallows the battery or accessories, immediately consult a doctor, as it will be harmful to the health of the baby or child.

Do not remove the battery from the watch.

Replacement of the battery requires professional knowledge and skill. Please ask the retailer from whom the watch was purchased for battery replacement. Do not recharge the battery, as doing so can generate heat which may cause bursting, leakage or ignition.

To indicate the risks of light injuries or material damages unless the following safety regulations are strictly observed.

Avoid wearing or storing the watch in the following places.

Places where volatile agents (cosmetics such as polish remover, bug repellent, thinners, etc.) are vaporizing Places where the temperature drops below 5°C or rises above 35°C for a long time Places affected by strong magnetism or static electricity

Places affected by strong vibrations Places of high humidity Dusty places

* Do not leave a dead battery within the watch for a long time as leakage may occur.

If you observe any allergic symptoms or skin irritation

Stop wearing the watch immediately and consult a specialist such as a dermatologist or an allergist.

Other cautions

Replacement of the metallic band requires professional knowledge and skill. Please ask the retailer from whom the watch was purchased for replacement of the metallic band, as there is a risk of hand or finger injury and fear of losing parts. Do not disassemble or tamper with the watch. Keep the watch out of the reach of babies and children. Extra care should be taken to avoid risks of any injury or allergic rash or itching that may be caused when they touch the watch. When disposing of used batteries, follow the instructions of your local authorities. If your watch is of the fob or pendant type, the strap or chain attached to the watch may damage your clothes, or injure the hand, neck, or other parts of your body. Please keep in mind that if a watch is taken off and placed down as it is, the case back, the band and the clasp will rub against each other possibly causing scratches on the case back. We recommend placing a soft cloth between the case back, the band and the clasp after taking off your watch.

■ CHECK THE CALIBER NUMBER AND

WARNING

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CAUTION

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HANDLING CAUTIONS

WATER-RESISTANT LEVEL

About the caliber number

The caliber number is a four-digit number that indicates the model of a movement (mechanical part of a watch). The Grand Seiko watch is mounted with an exclusive movement, and the mechanical caliber number starts with “9S”, the spring drive caliber number starts with “9R” and the quartz caliber numbers are indicated with 4 digits starting with “9F”, “8J” and “4J”.

How to check the caliber number

The four-digit model number on the case back is the caliber number.

<Regular case back> <Diver’s watch case

* The above illustrations are examples and may differ from the case back of the watch you

purchased.

Water resistance

Refer to the table below for the description of each degree of water resistant performance of your watch before using.

Indication on the case back

No indication Non-water resistance Avoid drops of water or sweat

WATER RESISTANT

5 BAR

WATER RESISTANT

10 (20) BAR

DIVER'S WATCH 200m

CHECK THE CALIBER NUMBER AND WATER-RESISTANT LEVEL

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Water resistant performance

Case Number

【Ex.】 9F61-0AA0

Caliber Number

Water resistant

performance

Water resistance for everyday life

Water resistance for everyday life at 5 barometric pressures

Water resistance for everyday life at 10 (20) barometric pressures

The watch can be worn for diving using a compressed air cylinder and can withstand water pressure to a depth of 200 meters.

Conditions of Use

The watch withstands accidental contact with water in everyday life

WARNING

Not suitable for swimming

The watch is suitable for swimming.

The watch is suitable for diving not using an air cylinder.

The watch is suitable for genuine scuba diving use.

English

■ CAUTIONS ON WATER RESISTANCE

b CAUTION

Do not turn or pull out the crown when the watch is wet.

Water may get inside of the watch. * If the inner surface of the glass is clouded with condensation or water

droplets appear inside of the watch for a long time, the water resistant performance of the watch is deteriorated. Immediately consult the retailer from whom the watch was purchased or Grand Seiko international service network mentioned on CERTIFICATE OF GUARANTEE or our website.

Do not leave moisture, sweat and dirt on the watch for a long time.

Be aware of a risk that a water resistant watch may lessen its water resistant performance because of deterioration of the adhesive on the glass or gasket, or the development of rust on stainless steel.

Do not wear the watch while taking a bath or a sauna.

Steam, soap or some components of a hot spring may accelerate the deterioration of water resistant performance of the watch.

If water-resistant level of your watch is defined as “WATER RESISTANT”

If water-resistant level of your watch is defined as “DIVER'S WATCH 200m”

WARNING

CAUTION

○ Never use the watch in saturation diving using helium gas. ○ While diving, never operate the watch in any other manner than

described in this instruction manual.

Before using the diver’s watch, you have to be properly trained in various types of diving and possess the requisite experience and skill to dive safely. When diving, strictly abide by the rules of diving.

Precautions for diving

Before diving

Inspect the following items before diving.

“NAMES OF THE PARTS”→ P. 9

The time is correctly set.

The rotating bezel turns smoothly.

(The bezel rotation must not be too loose or too tight.) “Unidirectional rotating bezel”→ P. 31

English

b WARNING

Do not use the watch in scuba diving or saturation diving.

The various tightened inspections under simulated harsh environment, which are usually required for watches designed for scuba diving or saturation diving, have not been conducted. For diving, use watches specifically designed for diving.

b CAUTION

Do not pour running water directly from faucet.

The water pressure of tap water from a faucet is high enough to degrade the water resistant performance of a water resistant watch for everyday life.

CAUTIONS ON WATER RESISTANCE

The crown is completely screwed in.

“Screw down crown”→ P. 10

No abnormalities such as flaws or

cracks exist on the band or glass.

The band is reliably fixed with spring

bars, buckles or other parts.

CAUTION

If you notice any abnormalities, contact the retailer from whom the watch was purchased or Grand Seiko international service network mentioned on CERTIFICATE OF GUARANTEE or our website.

CAUTIONS ON WATER RESISTANCE

While diving

Make sure to observe the following instructions when you wear the watch while diving.

Wear the watch within the water depth indicated on the dial.

Do not operate the crown or buttons underwater.

■ NAMES OF THE PARTS

9F83

Hour hand

Seconds hand

Minute hand

Date

Crown

Day of the week

English

Take care not to bump the watch against hard objects such as rocks.

Bezel rotation may become slightly harder underwater, but this is not a malfunction.

After diving

Please follow the care instructions below after diving.

Rinse the watch in fresh water and wipe it thoroughly dry. Do not pour running water directly from a faucet onto the watch. Soak the watch in a container filled with water to wash it.

How to set the time, date and day→ P. 11

9F85, 9F82, 9F62, 4J52

How to set the time and date→ P. 15 for Cal. 9F85 How to set the time and date→ P. 13 for Cal. 9F82, 9F62 How to set the time and date→ P. 28 for Cal. 4J52

Hour hand

Seconds hand

Minute hand

Date

Crown

CAUTIONS ON WATER RESISTANCE

NAMES OF THE PARTS

9F86

Hour hand

Seconds hand

24-hour hand

Minute hand

Date

Crown

9F61 (Diver’s model)

Hour hand

Seconds hand

Minute hand

Crown

Rotating bezel

English

How to set the time and date→ P. 20

9F61, 8J55, 4J51

How to set the time→ P. 27 for Cal. 9F61, 4J51 How to set the time→ P. 30 for Cal. 8J55

Hour hand

Seconds hand

Minute hand

Crown

How to set the time→ P. 27 FUNCTIONS OF DIVER’S MODEL→ P. 31 Precautions for diving→ P. 5

NAMES OF THE PARTS

■ HOW TO USE

While pressing the crown in, turn it in the direction indicated by the arrow.

The crown

turns.

* By locking the crown by screw, a screw

down crown can prevent malfunction and increase water resistance.

Rotate while pressing

the crown in.

Second click position

Crown

There are two types of crowns, the regular one and one that can be locked. Please confirm the crown of the watch that you are using.

HOW TO USE (FOR CAL. 9F83)

CAUTION

You may not be able to set the date and/or day when the time on your watch is between midnight and 1:00 a.m. due to the mechanism of the watch. This is not a malfunction. Please refrain from setting the date and/or day during this time.

English

Normal crown

The crown

does not

turn.

Pull out the crown and operate it.

Screw down crown

Unlock the crown before operating it.

After operating the crown, lock it.

Unscrew

* Be careful not to screw the crown

Rotate while

the crown in.

in by force as it may damage the slots of the crown.

* Turn the crown from time to time. → P. 36

Screw down crown

The screw down crown features a mechanism that can securely lock the crown when it is not being operated in order to prevent any operational errors and to improve its water resistant performance.

It is necessary to unlock the screw down crown before operating it.

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Once you have finished operating the crown, make sure to relock it.

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To unlock the crown】

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Turn the crown counterclockwise (6 o’clock

direction) to unscrew it. Now the crown can be operated.

Unlock the crown before operating it.

Crown locked

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To lock the crown】

Turn the crown clockwise (12 o’clock

direction) while gently pressing it in toward the watch body until it stops.

Crown unlocked

After operating the crown, lock it.

pressing

How to set the time, date and day

First, set the date and day. Pull out the crown to the first click. The seconds hand keeps

moving.

Turn the crown until the previous

day’s date and day of the week appear. Turn the crown counterclockwise (6 o’clock direction) to advance the date. Turn the crown clockwise (12 o’clock direction) to advance the day of the week. The language of day indication changes between Japanese and English alternately.

Pull out the crown to the second click

when the seconds hand is at the 12 o’clock position. The seconds hand stops on the spot. Turn the crown counterclockwise (6 o’clock direction) to advance the hands until the desired date appears.

When setting the hour hand, check that a.m./p.m. is correctly set, as the date is designed to

change once in 24 hours. Due to the mechanism of the quartz watch, to set the time accurately, first turn the minute hand 4 to 5 minutes ahead of the desired time and then

Push the crown back into the normal

position in accordance with a time signal. The watch immediately starts moving.

return it to the correct time.

Day of the week

First click position

Date

First click position

Normal position

Unscrew

* When locking the crown, turn it slowly with care, ensuring that the screw is properly engaged.

Be careful not to push it in forcefully, as doing so may damage the screw hole in the case.

HOW TO USE

First click position

Normal position

HOW TO USE (FOR CAL. 9F83)

HOW TO USE

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