Energy Depletion Forewarning Function; Note On Power Supply - Seiko V172 Instructions Manual

ENERGY DEPLETION FOREWARNING FUNCTION

When the energy stored in the rechargeable battery is reduced to an extremely
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low level, the second hand starts moving at 2-second intervals instead of the
normal 1-second intervals. The watch remains accurate even while the second
hand is moving at 2-second intervals.
When this occurs, recharge the watch as soon as possible by exposing it to light.
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Otherwise, the watch may stop operating in a few days. (For recharging the
watch, see "HOW TO CHARGE AND START THE WATCH")
• While the second hand is moving at 2-second intervals, the stopwatch cannot be activated.
This is not a malfunction.
• If the second hand starts to move at 2-second intervals while the stopwatch is operating,
the stopwatch will be automatically stopped and the stopwatch hands will return to the "0"
position.
• While the second hand is moving at 2-second intervals, the alarm time cannot be set.
• If the time reaches the alarm time while the second hand is moving at 2-second intervals,
the alarm will not sound, and the alarm will be automatically cancelled.
TO PREVENT THE ENERGY DEPLETION
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When wearing the watch, make sure that the watch is not covered by
clothing.
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When the watch is not in use, leave it in a bright place as long as
possible.
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NOTE ON POWER SUPPLY

The battery used in this watch is a rechargeable battery, which is different
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from ordinary silver oxide batteries. Unlike other disposable batteries such as
dry-cell batteries or button cells, this rechargeable battery can be used over
and over again by repeating the cycles of discharging and recharging.
The capacit y or recharging ef ficiency of the rechargeable bat ter y may
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gradually deteriorate for various reasons such as long-term use or usage
conditions. Worn or contaminated mechanical parts or degraded oils may
also shorten recharging cycles. If the efficiency of the rechargeable battery
decreases, it will be necessary to have the watch repaired.
CAUTION
Do not remove the rechargeable battery yourself. Replacement of the
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rechargeable battery requires professional knowledge and skill. Please
ask a watch retailer for replacement of the rechargeable battery.
Installation of an ordinary silver oxide battery can generate heat that can
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cause bursting and ignition.
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