Setting Instructions for Movement Caliber B876 Contents (click on a topic) OUTLINE SPECIFICATIONS USE OF THIS WATCH ABOUT SOLAR POWERED WATCHES SETTING THE TIME AND DATE USING THE DUAL TIME FEATURE FUNCTIONS OF THE SOLAR POWERED WATCH TIME REQUIRED FOR RECHARGING...
The dual time function of this watch indicates two different times by correcting the hour hand independently of the minute hand. 2. SPECIFICATIONS Movement Caliber Number B876 Type Analog Solar Powered Watch Accuracy +/- 15 seconds/ month At normal operating temp.
Return to Table of Contents 3. USE OF THIS WATCH About Solar Power This watch does not use a conventional battery, but an Eco Drive rechargeable energy cell. It is powered by light that is converted to electricity through a solar panel under the translucent dial. The Eco Drive rechargeable power cell is a clean energy unit that does not use any toxic substances.
Return to Table of Contents C. Using the Dual Time Feature This watch allows the hour hand to be set independently of the minute hand, without stopping the watch. It ca be used as a dual time watch by setting the 24-hour hand and hour hand to different times.
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Return to Table of Contents Insufficient Charge Warning Feature The second hand changes to a two second interval movement to indicate an insufficient charge state. When the watch first enters this state, it will continue to run and keep accurate time for up to 3 days before stopping.
Return to Table of Contents E. TIME REQUIRED FOR RECHARGING Time required for recharge may vary according to the design (color and features) of the dial, and operating environment. Additionally, if the crystal becomes very scratched, it may not allow sufficient light to the dial. The following table will serve as a recharge guideline.
Return to Table of Contents G. NOTES ON RECHARGING Be sure to regularly expose your Eco Drive watch to light every day for optimal performance. Please note that long sleeves can hide the watch from light and may cause the watch to become insufficiently charged. Avoid high temperatures either during normal wear, storage or recharging, (above 140 F), as the watch and its sensitive components may become damaged.
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Return to Table of Contents USING THE ROTATING BEZEL A rotating bezel is provided on some models. The rotating bezel contains the names of 23 cities arranged in order of time difference. Using this bezel makes it possible to read the times in 23 major cities around the world. First check that the current time is correct for your location.
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Return to Table of Contents PRECAUTIONS ABOUT CARE AND HANDLING OF WATCHES TEMPERATURE CARE that water resistant quality remains at factory specifications. Avoid temperature extremes. Exposing your watch to high temperatures, such as placing it on the dashboard of a vehicle CARE FOR METAL BRACELETS or use in a hot tub, may cause the watch to malfunction, To extend the life and maintain the good appearance of the...
Return to Table of Contents Water Resistance The water-resistant quality of our timepieces is offered in varying degrees depending on the model. This ranges from non-water resistant models to those suitable for SCUBA diving. Water resistance of our timepieces is measured in BAR or Barometric Pressure. Each BAR of pressure is equal to 14.5 pounds per square inch of pressure.
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