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・ Please take care when wearing a watch with light-colored band, as dirt is likely to show up.
・ R efrain from wearing a leather band watch other than Aqua Free bands while bathing, swimming, and when working
with water even if the watch itself is water-resistant enforced for daily use （10- or 20-BAR water resistant） .
● Polyurethane band
・ A polyurethane band is susceptible to discoloration from light, and may be deteriorated by solvent or atmospheric humidity.
・ Especially a translucent, white, or pale colored band easily adsorbs other colors, resulting in color smears or discoloration.
・ Wash out dirt in water and clean it off with a dry cloth.
（Protect the watch body from water splashes by wrapping it up in plastic wrap etc.）
・ W hen the band becomes less flexible, have the band replaced with a new one. If you
continue to use the band as it is, the band may develop cracks or become brittle over time.
● Silicone band
・ A s for material characteristics, the band is easily dirtied, and may be stained
and discolored. Wipe off dirt with a wet cloth or cleaning tissue.
・ U nlike bands of other materials, cracks may result in the band being cut. Take
care not to damage the band with an edged tool.
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Notes on skin
Skin irritation caused by a band has various reasons such as allergy to metals
irritation and allergy
or leathers, or skin reactions against friction on dust or the band itself.
Notes on the
Adjust the band to allow a little clearance with your wrist to
length of the
ensure proper airflow. When wearing the watch, leave enough
room to insert a finger between the band and your wrist.
band
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※ Overcharge prevention function
When the secondary battery is fully charged, the overcharge prevention function
is automatically activated to avoid further charging. There is no need to worry
about damage caused by overcharging no matter how much the secondary
battery is charged in excess of the "time required for fully charging the watch".
※ Refer to "Guidelines of charging duration" on P. 76 to check the time required for fully charging the watch.
■ Notes on charging the watch
・ W hen charging the watch, do not place the watch in close proximity
to an intense light source such as lighting equipment for photography,
spotlights or incandescent lights, as the watch may be excessively
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heated resulting in damage to its internal parts.
・ W hen charging the watch by exposure to direct sunlight, avoid places that
easily reach high temperatures, such as a car dashboard.
・ A lways keep the watch temperature under 50℃ .
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NOTICE
Power Source
The battery used in this watch is a special secondary battery, which is totally different from
ordinary silver oxide batteries.
Unlike other disposable batteries such as dry-cell batteries or button cells, this secondary battery
can be used over and over again by repeating the cycles of discharging and recharging.
However, for various reasons such as long-term use or usage conditions, the capacity or
recharging efficiency of the secondary battery may gradually deteriorate. Worn or contaminated
mechanical parts or degraded oils may also shorten recharging cycles. If the efficiency of the
secondary battery decreases, have the watch repaired.
NOTICE
■ Remarks on replacing the secondary battery
・ D o not remove the secondary battery yourself.
・ R eplacement of the secondary battery requires professional
knowledge and skill. Please ask the retailer from whom the watch was
purchased for repair.
・ I nstallation of an ordinary silver oxide battery can generate heat that can
cause bursting or ignition.
After-Sale Service
● Notes on guarantee and repair
・ C ontact the retailer from whom the watch was purchased or SEIKO
CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER for repair or overhaul.
・ W ithin the guarantee period, present the certificate of guarantee to
receive repair services.
・ G uarantee coverage is provided in the certificate of guarantee. Read
carefully and retain it.
・ F or repair services after the guarantee period has expired, if the functions
of the watch can be restored by repair work, we will undertake repair
services upon request and payment.
● Replacement parts
・ S EIKO makes it a policy to typically keep a stock of replacement parts for
this watch for 7 years. Replacement parts are those which are essential
to maintaining the functional integrity of the watch. Please keep in
mind that if original parts are not available, they may be replaced with
substitutes whose outward appearance may differ from the originals.
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