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If the watch is not exposed to light for a long time, it stops moving. See page 9 for charging the energy storage cell. You can view explanations of the operation of this watch by accessing the Citizen web site and viewing the “Service&Support. ”...
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Race mode quick guide Setting the distance of the course Measuring lap times Checking the records Press button M to change the Press button M to change the Press button M to mode to Race. (“RAC”) mode to Race. (“RAC”) change the mode Button M to Lap Record.
Contents Before use ........6 Measuring lap times— Using the timer—Timer mode..28 Resetting the watch ....42 Race mode ........18 Part names ..........6 Initial setting........43 Charging the energy cell...30 How to use the screw down crown..7 Setting the distance of the course ..18 When the energy cell reaches low Precautions........44 Checking the stored energy....
Before use 7 Part names 7 How to use the screw down crown Chronograph 1/10 The screw down crown is equipped on some models. When a normal crown is Button B second hand/ equipped, you can operate the crown without unlocking it. Chronograph 1/100 second hand Checking the screw type...
Before use 7 Checking the energy 7 How to charge the energy storage cell This watch has an energy cell which is charged by exposing the dial to light such as Check your watch as follows before using it: direct sunlight or fluorescent lamps. Check the movement of the second hand.
Before use 7 Checking the reference position Pull out the crown to Correct reference position Check whether the reference position is correct or not. position 1. “0” is displayed and Chronograph 1/10 second Check and adjust the reference position Chronograph and 1/100 second hands all hands move to second hand...
Changing the mode of the digital section Press button M repeatedly to Time and Calendar mode Chronograph mode Race mode Lap Record mode change the mode. page 14) ( page 16) ( page 18) ( page 22) Year Button B Month, day Day of the week “CHR”...
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Setting the time and calender—Time and Calendar mode Press button M to select an item, and press button A or B to adjust • The time on the digital section set here the selected item. Button M is the basic time of the watch—the City Daylight saving Second, minute,...
Using the chronograph—Chronograph mode You can measure times up to 23 hours 59 minutes 59 seconds 999, per 1/1000 second. Press button M to change the mode to Chronograph. (“CHR”) • When the measurement time passes Chronograph 1/10 • If the chronograph hands do not point to “0/.00” or “60, ” adjust second and 1/100 over 23 hours 59 minutes 59 seconds Chronograph...
Measuring lap times—Race mode You can measure lap times and the average speed of each lap. The records of the latest Pull out the crown to position 1. 20 laps are stored in the Lap Record mode. ( page 22) Press button A to display “YES,”...
Measuring lap times—Race mode 7 Measuring lap times Press button A to measure lap times. Each time you press button A, the lap time • The records of the latest 20 laps Button M and its number (“01” to “99”) are displayed are stored in the Lap Record mode.
Checking the records of lap times—Lap Record mode After the lap measurement, you can check the records of the latest 20 laps. Best time (“FAS”) Average (“AVG”) Worst time (“LAT”) All lap times from old to new 7 Checking the records Button M The best time, the average time, and the worst time are displayed, calculated from...
Checking the time of another city—World Time mode You can display a local time selected among 43 cities or UTC. 7 Selecting a city Press button M to change the mode to World Time. Button M • The local time is calculated based on Pull out the crown to position 1.
Using the alarm—Alarm mode You can set the alarm based on the time of the selected city. Press button M to select an item, and press button A or B to adjust the selected item. Button M To monitor the alarm sound, press and Alarm ON/OFF City Alarm time (Hour, minute)
Using the timer—Timer mode You can set the countdown timer from 1 minute up to 99 minutes per 1 minute. Push in the crown to position 0 after the adjustment. Press button B to start countdown. Set time Button M Press button M to change the Remaining time “...
Charging the energy storage cell 7 When the energy storage cell reaches a low charge—Insufficient charge When the energy cell reaches low power, insufficient charge warning function 1 warning function and 2 are activated in order. Charge the energy cell by exposing the dial to light. While the energy cell is charged: Function and the movement of the watch When the stored energy reaches a low state—Insufficient charge warning...
Charging the energy storage cell To charge the energy cell, expose the dial to brighter light for a long time. 7 Charging time Sunlight is more effective than fluorescent lamps. Below are the approximate values for when exposing the dial to light continuously. •...
Power saving function When the dial is not exposed to light for a certain period of time, the power saving Caution function 1 and 2 are activated as follows: Charge the watch if the second hand is moving once every 2 seconds after the power saving function is canceled.
Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your watch, check the table below. Symptoms Remedies Page Symptoms Remedies Page The hands start turning rapidly The watch is canceling the power The hands do not work properly as you take the watch out of the saving function.
Button B If the watch still does not work Pull out the crown to position 1. Crown properly, contact the Citizen The watch does not work properly “0” is displayed and all hands Service Center or the store where even if you have tried the remedies move to indicate the current you purchased your watch.
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Adjusting the reference position Chronograph Chronograph 1/10 Hour and 24-hour Second and minute Chronograph 1/10 second Press button B for more than 2 second hand second and 1/100 hands (“HR”) hands (“MIN”) and 1/100 second hands Chronograph seconds. (“CRS”) second hands (“CRM”) second hand “CRS”...
Resetting the watch The watch may not work properly if it is affected by static electricity or shock. In this After resetting, the setting of each mode returns to the initial as follows. Adjust the case, reset the watch. time and calendar, and other settings. Caution Button M 7 Initial setting...
Precautions The unit “bar” is roughly equal to 1 atmosphere. WARNINGS “WATER RESIST(ANT) xx bar” may also be indicated as “W.R. xx bar. ” Water-resistance performance Before use, confirm the water-resistance level of your watch indicated on the dial and Examples of use case.
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This type of watch is resistant to minor exposure to water. For example, you may not become clear in a day, take the watch to your dealer or Citizen Service Center wear the watch while washing your face; however, it is not designed to be used for repair.
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Precautions WARNINGS To avoid injury Handling the energy storage cell • DO NOT wear the watch where the temperature becomes extremely high—such as • Do not remove the cell. When it is required, keep the energy cell out of the reach of in a sauna.
Your watch needs an inspection once every two or three years for safety and longer usage. 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 genuine Citizen parts upon replacement.
Specifications Model U70* Display functions • World time • Alarm Type Combination solar-powered watch • Timer Timekeeping Within ±15 seconds per month on average (when Run time Fully charged to empty: accuracy worn at normal temperatures between +5˚C/41˚F and without recharging •...
Table of city names Time Time Time Time abbr. City name abbr. City name abbr. City name abbr. City name difference difference difference difference Dubai Tokyo Los Angeles –8 ̶ ±0 London Kabul +4.5 Adelaide +9.5 Denver –7 Madrid Karachi Sydney Mexico City –6...
How to use the rotating bezel The rotating bezel is equipped on some models. 1.Calculating speed, driving distance, and required time Using the bezel, you can easily calculate the followings: (Speed index) always 1. Speed, driving distance, and required time indicates a speed.
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How to use the rotating bezel 2.Calculating fuel consumption rate, fuel consumption, and driving 3.Conversion time <Weight/Volume> Unit indexes of the Base point (Speed index) always indicates a Fuel consumption per hour Fuel distance OIL LBS. : (Fuel consumption rate) fuel consumption rate.
Glossary Terms (page) Descriptions Terms (page) Descriptions AVG (3, 23) AVERAGE: the average lap time. Screw down crown Crown fixed with a screw. Locking the crown prevents accidental operation or submergence. FAS (3, 22) FASTEST: the best lap time. Full auto calendar Function to adjust the date automatically at the end of LAT (3, 23) LATEST: the worst lap time.