You are now the proud owner of a SEIKO KINETIC® Cal. 3M22/5M42/
5M43. For best results, please read the instructions in this booklet
carefully before using your SEIKO KINETIC®. Please keep this manual
handy for ready reference.
Usted es ahora un honrado poseedor del SEIKO KINETIC® Cal. 3M22/
5M42/5M43. Para obtener de él los mejores resultados, lea las
instrucciones del presente folleto con cuidado antes del uso de su reloj
SEIKO KINETIC®. Guarde este manual para fácil referencia.
Calibre number of your watch
Please check the case back of your watch to find its calibre number inscribed on it. As illustrated
below, the calibre number of your watch is the 4-digit number to the left of the hyphen mark. This
booklet includes the instructions for the following watch calibre numbers: Cal. 3M22, 5M42 and
5M43.
Número de calibre del reloj
Por favor, compruebe la parte posterior de la caja de su reloj para averiguar su número de calibre
gravado en ella. Como ilustrado abajo, el número de calibre de su reloj es el número de 4 dígitos
a la izquierda de la marca guión. Este librito incluye las instrucciones para los siguientes números
de calibre del reloj: Cal. 3M22, 5M42 y 5M43.
Calibre No.
5M43 -0A00
AQ
No. de calibre
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1 Oscillating weight
Peso oscilador
2
Rotor & Generating
coil block
Rotor y Bloque de
bobina generadora
3 Circuit block
Bloque de circuito
4
Capacitor
Condensador
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The AUTOMATIC POWER GENERATOR
Arm movement is the energy source which sets the oscillating weight in motion. This,
in turn, causes the rotor to spin even faster than an F1 racing car engine. The result is
an electric current which is produced by the coil. This is stored by the capacitor, which
supplies the circuit block with power to drive the watch as needed.
EL GENERADOR AUTOMATICO DE ENERGIA
El movimiento del brazo es la fuente de energía que pone el peso oscilador en
movimiento. Este, a su vez, hace que el rotor gire aun más rápidamente que un motor
de un coche de carreras F1. El resultado es una corriente eléctrica producida por la
bobina. Esta se almacena mediante el condensador, el cual suministra energía al
bloque de circuito para excitar el reloj como sea necesario.
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ENGLISH
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SEIKO KINETIC® is a revolutionary watch that has
realized the long-cherished dream of a “perpetual
energy source”.
Unlike mechanical watches or conventional quartz
watches, it requires no windup springs or batteries.
Instead, it utilizes the movement of the wearer as its
power source.
SEIKO KINETIC® is the most sophisticated and prestigious new technological breakthrough in the history of watchmaking.
CONTENTS
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FEATURES .................................................................................................................. 8
DISPLAY AND CROWN OPERATION ......................................................................... 10
HOW TO CHARGE AND START THE WATCH ........................................................... 11
NUMBER OF SWINGS AND POWER RESERVE ........................................................ 13
POWER RESERVE INDICATOR .................................................................................. 16
ENERGY DEPLETION FOREWARNING FUNCTION ................................................... 19
QUICK-START FUNCTION .......................................................................................... 19
REMARKS ON THE RESERVE POWER OF THE CAPACITOR ................................... 20
DATE SETTING – Cal. 3M22/5M42 ............................................................................. 21
DATE AND DAY SETTING – Cal. 5M43 ...................................................................... 22
TIME SETTING ............................................................................................................ 23
ROTATING BEZEL ...................................................................................................... 24
TO PRESERVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR WATCH ...................................................... 25
SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................ 28
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SEIKO KINETIC
®
Cal. 3M22, 5M42, 5M43
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FEATURES
The SEIKO KINETIC® Cal. 3M22/5M42/5M43 is an analogue watch featuring an
Automatic Power Generator newly developed by SEIKO. It generates the electrical
energy to power the watch, utilizing the movement of the arm, and stores it in a
capacitor. Therefore, the watch does not use a battery. The watch is also equipped
with a power reserve indicator and an energy depletion forewarning function so that
its constant operation can be assured.
■ TIME
Indicated by three hands
■ CALENDAR
Cal. 3M22/5M42 : Date is displayed in the calendar frame.
Cal. 5M43 : Date and day of the week are displayed in the calendar frame.
■ AUTOMATIC POWER GENERATOR
The Automatic Power Generator works as you move your arm while wearing the watch,
thus generating the electrical energy to power the watch.
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■ CAPACITOR
The watch is provided with a capacitor to store the electrical energy generated by the
Automatic Power Generator.
Cal. 3M22 : When the watch is fully charged, the watch keeps operating for
more than 3 days.
Cal. 5M42/5M43 : When the capacitor is fully charged, the watch keeps operating for
more than 7 days.
■ POWER RESERVE INDICATOR
The current power reserve of the capacitor is indicated by the second hand at the press
of a button.
■ ENERGY DEPLETION FOREWARNING FUNCTION
When the energy stored in the capacitor is reduced to an extremely low level, the second
hand starts moving at two-second intervals to indicate that the capacitor needs
recharging by swinging the watch from side to side.
■ QUICK-START FUNCTION
Even when the watch completely stops operating, swinging it several times can start
the hands moving. For details, see page 19.
■ ROTATING BEZEL
Up to 60 minutes of elapsed time can be shown.
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DISPLAY AND CROWN OPERATION
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Hour hand
[Cal. 3M22/5M42]
Minute hand
Hour hand
[Cal. 5M43]
Minute hand
Button
a b c
Second hand
(a) Normal position : Free
(b) First click:
• Clockwise : Date setting
• Counterclockwise : Day setting (Cal. 5M43)
(c) Second click : Time setting
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Date Day and date
Crown
Second hand
Button
Crown
a b c
HOW TO CHARGE AND START THE WATCH
When using the watch for the first time after it is purchased, be sure to charge the
capacitor sufficiently by swinging the watch from side to side, and then put it on.
1. Swing the watch from side to side rhythmically at a rate of twice a second in the same
manner as you would swing a mechanical automatic winding watch.
2. After the watch is swung about 100 times, the second hand starts moving at onesecond intervals.
* There will be about 3 hours (Cal. 3M22) / 6 hours (Cal. 5M42/5M43) of power
reserve available.
3. Swing the watch further about 400 times (Cal. 3M22) / 300 to 400 times (Cal. 5M42/
5M43).
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* There will be about 1 day (Cal. 3M22) / 2 days (Cal. 5M42/5M43) of power available.
* It is not necessary to charge the capacitor fully before you wear the watch. While
the watch is on your arm, the Automatic Power Generator will ensure constant
operation.
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4. Set the time and calendar, and put on the watch.
* We recommend that the watch be worn daily for at least 10 hours.
* Even if the watch is worn on your arm, it will not be charged while your arm is not
in motion.
Notes:
1. To charge the capacitor efficiently, swing the watch from side to side, making an arc
of about 20 cm.
2. No additional benefit is obtained by swinging the watch more quickly or with greater
vigor.
3. When the watch is swung, the oscillating weight in the generating system rotates to
drive the mechanism. As it rotates, it gives out sound, which is not a malfunction.
4. Provided with a quick-start function, the watch may start operating after it is swung
several times. For details, see “QUICK-START FUNCTION” on page 19.
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NUMBER OF SWINGS AND POWER RESERVE
• Cal. 3M22
2-second intervals
1-second intervals
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✩
POWER
RESERVE
NUMBER OF
SWINGS
✩
The illustration above provides a general guideline of the relationship between the
power reserve and the number of swings, which may vary slightly.
1. When the watch stops completely, 100 swings will start the watch and the second
hand will move at one-second intervals. There will be about 3 hours of power
reserve available.
2. An additional 400 swings, 500 swings in total, will reserve up to 1 day of power.
3. Another 300 swings, 800 swings in total, will reserve up to 2 days of power.
4. An additional 400 swings, 1,200 swings in total, will reserve more than 3 days of
power.
100
3HR
1 DAY 2 DAYS
500 800 1,200
MORE THAN
3 DAYS
FULL
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* The watch is equipped with a system to prevent overcharge. Even if it is further
swung after being fully charged, no malfunction will result.
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• Cal. 5M42/5M43
2-second intervals
1-second intervals
✩
POWER
RESERVE
NUMBER OF
SWINGS
✩
The illustration above provides a general guideline of the relationship between the
6HR
100
2 DAYS
400 ~ 500
4 DAYS
800 ~ 1,000 1,400 ~ 1,750
MORE THAN
7 DAYS
power reserve and the number of swings, which may vary slightly.
1. When the watch stops completely, 100 swings will start the watch and the second
hand will move at one-second intervals. There will be about 6 hours of power
reserve available.
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FULL
2. An additional 300 to 400 swings, 400 to 500 swings in total, will reserve up to 2 days
of power.
3. Another 400 to 500 swings, 800 to 1,000 swings in total, will reserve up to 4 days of
power.
4. An additional 600 to 750 swings, 1,400 to 1,750 swings in total, will reserve more than
7 days of power, and fully charge the capacitor.
* The watch is equipped with a system to prevent overcharge. Even if it is further
swung after being fully charged, no malfunction will result.
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POWER RESERVE INDICATOR
The current power reserve of the capacitor can be checked instantly by using the power
reserve indicator function.
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1. Press the button at the 2 o’clock position. The second hand moves quickly and stops.
2. The number of seconds that the second hand advances indicates the power reserve
in the capacitor. (See the table on the next page)
3. Please note that after the power reserve is checked, the second hand will resume
normal movement again after the indicated 5, 10, 20 or 30 seconds have elapsed.
✩
The power reserve indicator provides a general guideline of the duration within
which the watch keeps operating without needing to be charged. Actual power
reserve may differ slightly from the amounts shown in the table.
4. If the watch needs recharging, swing it sufficiently.
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5 seconds 10 seconds
OF
QUICK MOVEMENT
THE SECOND HAND
✩
Between 3 and 24
22
hours of power
3M
reserve
Between 1 and 2
days of power
reserve
20 seconds
LO
Between 2 and 3
days of power
reserve
30 seconds*
Between 3 and
7 days of power
reserve
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Between 6 and 48
ER RESERVE
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42/
hours of power
5M
5M
POW
reserve
Between 2 and 4
days of power
reserve
Between 4 and 7
days of power
reserve
Between 7 and
14 days of power
reserve
* Full charge of the capacitor
When the second hand advances 30 seconds at a press of the button, the capacitor is
fully charged and the watch will keep operating for more than 3 days (Cal. 3M22) / 7
days (Cal. 5M42/5M43). It can continue operating for a maximum of 7 days (Cal.
3M22) / 14 days (Cal. 5M42/5M43) without recharging the capacitor.
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Notes:
1. To allow easy reading of the second hand, we recommend that the button be pressed
when the second hand is at the 12 o’clock position. When the second hand points
to “LO”, the capacitor has a power reserve of between 1 and 2 days (Cal. 3M22) / 2
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and 4 days (Cal. 5M42/5M43).
2. You can immediately press the button again to recheck the power reserve one more
time. To do so a third time, however, wait until the second hand resumes normal
movement before pressing the button again.
3. When the second hand moves at two-second intervals, the power reserve is very low
and the indicator does not function. See the next section, which explains the Energy
Depletion Forewarning Function.
4. Immediately after the watch is swung to charge the capacitor, the second hand may
not properly indicate the power reserve. Please check after putting the watch on
your wrist.
5. Precaution on see-through case-back models:
If your watch has a glass case back, do not expose the case back to strong light such
as direct sunlight or an incandescent light at close range, as this may temporarily
increase the power consumption of the watch circuit, thus reducing the power
reserve in the capacitor.
This condition, however, will be corrected when the case back is turned away from
the light.
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ENERGY DEPLETION FOREWARNING FUNCTION
When the energy stored in the capacitor is reduced to an extremely low level, the second
hand starts moving at two-second intervals instead of the normal one-second intervals,
indicating that the watch needs recharging and will run down in approximately 3 hours
(Cal. 3M22) / 6 hours (Cal. 5M42/5M43).
If you find the second hand moving at two-second intervals, therefore, be sure to swing
the watch from side to side to charge the capacitor sufficiently before using it.
Note: The watch remains accurate even while the second hand is moving at two
second intervals.
QUICK-START FUNCTION
This function is very useful when a watch has been stopped for a long time and you
need to get it started quickly with only a few swings.
This function is available as long as:
1) the watch previously had more than 2 days (Cal. 3M22) / 4 days (Cal. 5M42/
5M43) of power reserve before it stopped.
2) it has been left untouched for 1 to 4 weeks.
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* After you swing the watch several times and note that the hands are moving,
be sure to put it on your wrist so that it will be charged further until the second
hand is moving at one-second intervals.
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Note: If the second hand continues moving at two-second intervals after the
watch is put on your wrist, swing it from side to side until the second
hand starts moving at one-second intervals, and then, put in on your
wrist.
REMARKS ON THE RESERVE POWER OF THE CAPACITOR
• As the watch is powered by the electrical energy stored in the capacitor, it uses no
battery.
• Even while the second hand is stopped by pulling out the crown to the second click,
current continues being consumed by the built-in IC. Please note, therefore, that,
while the watch is not in use, pulling out the crown to the second click will not save
the energy stored in the capacitor.
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DATE SETTING – Cal. 3M22/5M42
1. Pull out the crown to the first click.
If the crown is of the screw lock type, unscrew the
crown by turning it counterclockwise, and then pull
it out to the first click.
2. Turn the crown clockwise until the previous day’s
Crown
Date
Note: Do not set the date between 9:00 p.m. and 1:00 a.m. Otherwise, the date may
not change properly. If it is necessary to set the date during that time period, first
change the time to any time outside it, set the date and then reset the correct
time.
date appears.
3. Pull out the crown to the second click, and advance
the hour and minute hands until the desired date
appears.
4. Push the crown back in to the normal position. If the
crown is of the screw lock type, screw it in completely
by turning it clockwise while pressing it.
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DATE AND DAY SETTING – Cal. 5M43
1. Pull out the crown to the first click.
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Crown
Date
Day of the week
Note: Do not set the date and day between 9:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m. Otherwise, the date
and day may not change properly. If it is necessary to set the date and day during
that time period, first change the time to any time outside it, set the date and day
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and then reset the correct time.
If the crown is of the screw lock type, unscrew the
crown by turning it counterclockwise, and then
pull it out to the first click.
2. Turn the crown clockwise until the previous day’s
date appears.
3. Turn the crown counterclockwise until the previous
day of the week appears.
4. Pull out the crown to the second click, and advance
the hour and minute hands until the desired date
and day appear.
5. Push the crown back in to the normal position. If
the crown is of the screw lock type, screw it in
completely by turning it clockwise while pressing
it.
TIME SETTING
1. Pull out the crown all the way to the second click
when the second hand is at the 12 o’clock position.
If the crown is of the screw lock type, unscrew the
Crown
Notes:
1. When setting the hour hand, check that AM/PM is correctly set. The watch is so
designed that the calendar changes once in 24 hours.
Turn the hands past the 12 o’clock marker to determine whether the watch is set for
the A.M. or P.M. period. If the calendar changes, the time is set for the A.M. period.
If the calendar does not change, the time is set for the P.M. period.
2. When setting the minute hand, advance it 4 to 5 minutes ahead of the desired time
and then turn it back to the exact minute.
crown by turning it counterclockwise, and then pull
it out to the second click.
2. Turn the crown to set the hour and minute hands to
the desired time.
3. Push the crown back in to the normal position in
accordance with a time signal.
If the crown is of the screw lock type, screw it in
completely by turning it clockwise while pressing it.
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ROTATING BEZEL [For the models with rotating bezel]
The rotating bezel can show up to 60 minutes of elapsed time. By setting it before you
start, you can know how many minutes have elapsed.
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• For models in which the rotating bezel rotates only counterclockwise, the time
measured is never shorter than the actual elapsed time if the bezel is turned by
accident.
* For some models, the rotating bezel rotates both clockwise and counterclockwise.
1. Turn the rotating bezel to align its “ ” mark with the minute hand.
* The rotating bezel rotates with clicks. With each click, it turns half a minute.
2. To know the elapsed time, read the number on the rotating bezel that the minute
hand points to.
Example:
Minute hand
“30” on the rotating bezel
30 minutes have elapsed.
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Start (10:10 AM)
“ ” mark
TO PRESERVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR WATCH
■ WATER RESISTANCE
● Non-water resistance
If “WATER RESISTANT” is not
inscribed on the case back, your
watch is not water resistant,
and care should be taken not to get it wet as
water may damage the movement. If the
watch becomes wet, we suggest that you
have it checked by an AUTHORIZED SEIKO
DEALER or SERVICE CENTER.
● Water resistance (3 bar)
If “WATER RESISTANT” is
inscribed on the case back, your
watch is designed and
manufactured to withstand up to 3 bar, such
as accidental contact with splashes of water
or rain, but it is not designed for swimming or
diving.
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designed and manufactured to withstand
up to 5 bar and is suitable for swimming,
yachting and taking a shower.
10/15/20
15 BAR” or “WATER RESISTANT 20 BAR” is
inscribed on the case back, your watch is
designed and manufactured to withstand up
to 10 bar/15 bar/20 bar and is suitable for
taking a bath and shallow diving, but not for
scuba diving. We recommend that you wear
a SEIKO Diver’s watch for scuba diving.
● Water resistance (5 bar)*
If “WATER RESISTANT 5
bar WR
BAR” is inscribed on the
case back, your watch is
● Water resistance
(10 bar/15 bar/20 bar)*
bar WR
If “WATER RESISTANT 10
BAR”, “WATER RESISTANT
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* Before using the water resistance 5, 10, 15 or
20 bar watch in water, be sure the crown is
pushed in completely.
Do not operate the crown and button when the
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watch is wet or in water. If used in sea water,
rinse the watch in fresh water and dry it
completely.
* When taking a shower with a water resistance
5 bar watch, or taking a bath with a water
resistance 10, 15 or 20 bar watch, be sure to
observe the following:
• Do not operate the crown and button when
the watch is wet with soapy water or
shampoo.
• If the watch is left in warm water, a slight
time loss or gain may be caused. This
condition, however, will be corrected when
the watch returns to normal temperature.
NOTE:
Pressure in bar is a test pressure and should not
be considered as corresponding to actual diving
depth since swimming movement tends to
increase the pressure at a given depth. Care
should also be taken on diving into water.
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■ TEMPERATURES
Your watch works with
+60°C
stable accuracy between
-10°C
a temperature range of
5°C and 35°C (41°F and
95°F).
Do not leave your watch in very
low temperatures below –
10°C (+14°F) for a long time since
the cold may cause a slight time
loss or gain. However, the above
conditions will be corrected when
the watch returns to normal
temperature.
■ SHOCKS & VIBRATION
Light activities will not
affect your watch, but be
careful not to drop your
hard surfaces, as this may cause
damage.
watch or hit it against
■ MAGNETISM
Your watch will be adversely
affected by strong magnetism.
Keep it away from close contact
S
N
with magnetic objects.
■ CARE OF CASE AND BRACELET
To prevent possible rusting of
the case and bracelet caused
by dust, moisture and
perspiration, wipe them
periodically with a soft dry cloth.
■ PERIODIC CHECK
It is recommended that the
watch be checked once every
2 - 3
Years
SEIKO DEALER or SERVICE CENTER to
ensure that the case, crown, button, gasket
and crystal seal remain intact.
2 to 3 years. Have your watch
checked by an AUTHORIZED
■ CHEMICALS
Be careful not to expose the
watch to solvents (e.g., alcohol
and gasoline), mercury (i.e.,
from a broken thermometer),
cosmetic spray, detergents, adhesives or
paints. Otherwise, the case, bracelet,
etc. may become discolored, deteriorated
or damaged.
■ PRECAUTION REGARDING
CASE BACK PROTECTIVE FILM
If your watch has a protective
film and/or a sticker on the case
back, be sure to peel them off
before using your watch.
Otherwise, perspiration getting in under
them may rust the case back.
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SPECIFICATIONS
1. Frequency of crystal oscillator ............ 32,768 Hz (Hz = Hertz … Cycles per second)
2. Loss/gain (Monthly rate) ...................... Less than 15 seconds at normal temperature
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3. Operational temperature range .......... –10°C ~ 60°C (14°F ~ 140°F)
4. Driving system ...................................... Step motor
5. Time and calendar indication
Time indication ................................ 3 hands (hour, minute and second hands)
Date indication ................................. Displayed in the calendar frame
Day indication (Cal. 5M43) .............. Displayed in the calendar frame
6. Additional function ............................... Power reserve indicator, energy depletion
7. Duration of charge
Full charge (Cal. 3M22) .................... More than 3 days
Full charge (Cal. 5M42/5M43) ......... More than 7 days
8. Capacitor ............................................... Button type capacitor, 1 piece
9. IC (Integrated Circuit) ........................... C-MOS-IC, 1 piece
* The specifications are subject to change without prior notice, for product improvement.
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range (5°C ~ 35°C) (41°F ~ 95°F)
forewarning function and overcharge
prevention function.
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