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W W Fully charge your watch before use by exposing it to sufficient lightW W The second hand will move at 2-second intervals when the watch is insufficiently charged. Charge your watch as indicated in "Guide to Charging Time" (p. 22). S S It is recommended that the watch be exposed to direct sunlight for a long time once a month to fully charge it.
Table of Contents 7. Characteristics of the Solar Powered Watch ......... 18 1. Your Watch ..................04 • Insufficient Charge Warning Function ..........20 2. Operating the Crown ..............05 • Overcharging Prevention Function ..........21 3. Part Names ..................06 •...
2. Operating the Crown 1. Your Watch iThis watch includes a solar cell surrounding its face and is driven by converting There are two models available for the crown: normal and screw lock. solar energy into electric energy. In the case of normal crown watch, simply pull out the crown. <Operating the screw lock crown>...
3. Part Names <Illustration 1> <Illustration 2> Day hand Month adjustment Day hand Month adjustment button button L L Use an object with a slender Month Month tip to press the hidden push (English only) (English only) Day of week button.
4. Setting the Time and Date When adjusting both the time and date, it is convenient to make settings in the order of "day of week", "moon phase", "month and day of month", and then "time of day". When the day Adjusting the day of week of month to be Adjusting the...
5. Adjusting the Time and Date <Viewing the moon phase> The moon phase indicator does not display the exact shape of the moon. Use it as a guide to estimate the moon phase. Adjusting the day of week 1. Pull out the crown to position 2 (time and day of week adjustment). New moon First quarter moon Full moon...
Adjusting the day of month and month 1. Pull out the crown to position 1 (date adjustment [When the day of month to be set is the 1st or 2nd] position). A First, temporarily set the day of month to the 30th. Month adjustment B Press the month adjustment button to temporarily set the month to one month...
Setting the Time 1. When the second hand reaches the 12:00 [NOTE] position, pull out the crown to position 2 A If you adjust the day of month when a time between 9:00 p.m. and 12:00 (time adjustment position). midnight is being displayed, the day of month sometimes does not change to the next day even if the actual date changes.
Solar Power 6. Solar Power Function This watch uses a secondary battery to store electrical energy. When the watch is j Wearing clothes with long sleeves makes it difficult for the watch to get the fully charged, it will maintain its accuracy for about 6 months. necessary light, resulting in insufficient charging.
7. Characteristics of the Solar Powered Watch i When the watch is insufficiently charged, the indication will be changed as follows: [Insufficient charge warning] [Stopped status] The second hand moves at 2-second intervals The watch stops [Normal indication] The second hand moves at 1-second intervals As secondary battery The watch has been insufficiently charged because capacity diminishes...
Insufficient Charge Warning Function Overcharging Prevention Function When the watch is insufficiently charged, the No matter how much the watch is charged, it will not affect the secondary battery, second hand begins moving at 2-second timekeeping, functions or performance of the watch. intervals to notify you that the watch charge is When the secondary battery becomes fully charged by exposing the watch face to insufficient.
Guide to Charging Time CAUTION Charging precautions j Do not charge the watch in a high-temperature environment (about 60°C / 140°F The charging time varies according to the model (including the color of the watch or more). face). The following data should only be used as a guideline. Overheating while charging can cause the watch exterior to become discolored, * The charging time is based on continuous exposure.
Precautions 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. WARNING: Water-resistance performance There are several types of water-resistant watches, as shown Examples of use in the following table.
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NOTE: Avoid using solvents (thinner, benzine, etc.), as they may damage the finish. 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.
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Other parts need to be inspected and replaced if necessary. • Do NOT place the watch close to a magnet. Ask for Citizen geuine parts upon replacement. Timekeeping will become inaccurate if you place the watch close to magnetic health equipment such as a magnetic necklace or a magnetic latch of a refrigerator door or handbag clasp or the earphone of a mobile phone.
8. Specifications 1. Cal. No. : 8730 2. Type : Analogue solar powered watch 3. Time accuracy : Average monthly deviation ±15 seconds when used in room temperature (+5°C to +35°C / 41°F to 95°F) 4. Acceptable temperature range : -10°C to +60°C / 14°F to 140°F 5.
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