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Citizen Eco-Drive E16 Series Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 2 CAUTION Repairs All repairs performed on this watch, with the exception of repair of the band, are to beperformed at CITIZEN. This is because special technologies and equipment are required to perform repairs, inspections and adjustments. Please make requests for repairs to Citizen Service Center when having your watch repaired.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    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 RECHARGEABLE CELL ............9 F.

  • Page 5: Before Using

    A. BEFORE USING This watch is not powered by a conventional battery, but is powered by converting light to electrical energy. Before using, be sure to fully charge your watch by exposing it to light. (See “F. Time required for charging”, for charge time reference) Once fully charged, the watch will continue to run for approximately 6 months without additional charging.

  • Page 6: Setting The Time And Calendar

    B. SETTING THE TIME AND CALENDAR [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. ■ Setting the time 1.
  • Page 7 [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 Solar cell...

  • Page 8: Setting The Time

    ■ 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. ■...

  • Page 9: Functions Of Solar Powered Watch

    C. FUNCTIONS OF SOLAR POWERED WATCH If the charge becomes insufficient, a warning function will operate and the display changes, as below.

  • Page 10: Insufficient Charge Warning Function

    ■ Insufficient Charge Warning Function 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.

  • Page 11: Care And Handling During Charging

    D. CARE AND HANDLING DURING CHARGING ■ 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.

  • Page 12: About The Rechargeable Cell

    E. ABOUT THE RECHARGEABLE CELL Unlike ordinary watches, the special rechargeable 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.

  • Page 13: Time Required For Charging

    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) Time required Illuminance Environment One day...
  • Page 14 * 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 (Empty to full) stopped. One day usage ..Time required to charge the watch sufficient for one-day use with one-second interval operation.

  • Page 15: In These Cases

    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.
  • Page 16 [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.

  • Page 17: Do Not Using This Watch While Diving When

    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.

  • Page 18: When Using For Diving

    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.

  • Page 19: Before Diving

    <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.

  • Page 20: After Diving

    <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.

  • Page 21: Using The Rotating Bezel

    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.
  • Page 22 Determination of Remaining Time * The remaining time can be determined by aligning the mark on the rotating bezel ▼ with the target time. Remaining time...

  • Page 23: Precautions

    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. Minor exposure Indication to water...
  • Page 24 For correct use within the design limits of the watch, confirm the level of water- resistance of your watch, as indicated on the dial and case, and consult the table. Examples of use Moderate exposure Saturation Operation of the to water (washing, Marine sports Scuba diving diving (helium...
  • Page 25 • 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.

  • Page 26: Cleaning The Watch

    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. •...
  • Page 27 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.
  • Page 28 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.

  • Page 29: Specifications

    L. SPECIFICATIONS 1. Caliber No.: E16※ 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.
  • Page 30 Model No.BN0＊ Cal.E16＊ CTZ-B8088 ⑦...

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