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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 2 After reading the manual, store it in a safe place for future reference. Be sure to visit the Citizen website at http://www.citizenwatch-global.com/ . Here you will find a variety of information such as electronic setting guides, answers to frequently asked questions, Eco-Drive recharging information and more.
  • Page 3 Safety precautions — IMPORTANT This manual contains instructions that should be strictly followed at all times not only for optimal use, but to prevent any injuries to yourself, other persons or property. We encourage you to read the entire booklet (especially, pages 24 to 37) and understand the meaning of the following symbols: ■...
  • Page 4 Safety precautions — IMPORTANT ■ Important instructions are categorized and depicted in this manual as follows: (Following symbols are examples of Pictograms.) Warning (caution) symbol followed by prohibited matters. Warning (caution) symbol followed by instructions that should be followed or precautions that should be observed.
  • Page 5 No periodical battery replacement is needed. This watch is fueled by light. Time difference setting function „ „ When going abroad, you can easily adjust the time to the local one without stopping the watch. • "Eco-Drive" is a Citizen original technology.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Before using this watch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Band adjustment .
  • Page 7 CONTENTS Setting the time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Troubleshooting .

  • Page 8: Before Using This Watch

    Before using this watch This watch has a rechargeable cell which is charged by exposing the dial to light. Expose the dial to direct sunlight regularly to charge the watch. For details of charging, see page 14 -. Band adjustment We recommend seeking the assistance of an experienced watch technician for sizing of your watch.

  • Page 9: Protective Stickers

    Before using this watch Protective stickers Be sure to remove any protective stickers that may be on your watch (case back, band, clasp, etc.). Otherwise, perspiration or moisture may enter the gaps between the protective stickers and the parts, which may result in a skin rash and/or corrosion of the metal parts.

  • Page 10: How To Use The Screw-Down Crown

    Before using this watch How to use the screw-down crown Some models are equipped with a specially designed crown to prevent accidental operation. Unlock the crown prior to operate your watch. Unlock Lock Push the crown in to the case. With gentle Rotate the crown pressure towards the counterclockwise...

  • Page 11: Component Identification

    Component identification Minute hand Hour hand Crown Crown's position Second hand • The illustrations in this instruction manual may differ from the actual appearance of your watch. • A solar cell is placed under the dial.

  • Page 12: 1-Second Yearly Accuracy

    “±1-second yearly accuracy” This watch keeps ±1-second yearly accuracy, that is, its time goes forward or backward within 1 second from correct time in a year. This means that the watch has much higher time accuracy than most popular quartz watches (±15-second monthly accuracy).
  • Page 13 “±1-second yearly accuracy” To keep time accuracy high It is variation of temperature that the most influential element on time accuracy of quartz watches all through the everyday life. To hold down the influence of variation of environmental temperature to minimum and keep ±1-second yearly accuracy, this watch executes correction against the variation every 1 minute.

  • Page 14: Precautions For Comfortable Use

    Precautions for comfortable use Take care of the things below to keep the high time accuracy of this watch. • Wear the watch about 12 hours a day. • Keep stable temperature environment (+5°C (41°F) - +40°C (95°F)) both while wearing and while storing it.

  • Page 15: Charging Your Watch

    Charging your watch This watch has a solar cell under the dial and stores the power generated by the cell in its built-in rechargeable cell. It is charged when the dial is exposed to light. For optimal performance, be sure to: •...
  • Page 16 Charging your watch When the watch reaches a low charge state (insufficient charge warning function) When the power reserve becomes low, the second hand moves once every two seconds. This is the insufficient charge warning function. Be sure to fully charge your watch immediately as outlined on page 16 .
  • Page 17 Charging your watch Charging time by environment Below are the approximate charging times when exposing to light continuously. Please use this table as a reference only. • Time accuracy of this watch is affected by environmental temperature. Take care of conditions and environment of use.
  • Page 18 Charging your watch Power save function All hands stop automatically to save power as 7 days passed after starting to keep the watch in a dark place such as in a case. • The watch keeps its accuracy while saving power as long as it is under normal operating temperature (+5°C (41°F) - +40°C (95°F)).
  • Page 19 Charging your watch Duration without additional charging after charging the watch fully About 6 months in normal use. • The watch will keep running internally for up to 8 months with the power save function.

  • Page 20: Setting The Time Difference

    Setting the time difference You can move the hour hand in the 1-hour increments to indicate a time of another place. • Pulling the crown out to position 2 will stop the second and minute hands as well as the hour hand. Take care when operating the crown.

  • Page 21: Setting The Time

    Setting the time Before setting the time This watch keeps small incorrectness coming up during time setting for a long time as going back or forward of the time on the watch. Refer to the time information on the Internet to set time correctly. Ex.: Timing when setting 00 seconds (step 3 of setting the time) ‘00 ‘56...
  • Page 22 Setting the time Pull the crown out to position 2 when the small second hand points 0 second. Rotate the crown to set the time. Push the crown in to position 0 in accordance with the moment when the second comes to 00. The watch starts moving with ±1-second time accuracy.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Symptom Remedies Page The time is incorrect. Charge the watch. The watch cannot keep its time accuracy with its full performance during the insufficient charge warning state. The watch does not keep Refer to the time information on the Internet −...
  • Page 24 Troubleshooting Symptom Remedies Page Movement of a hand seems strange (continued) The second hand moves Charge the watch. once every two seconds. − Push the crown in to position 0 . Charge the watch until movement of the The second hand does second hand becomes normal.

  • Page 25: Eco-Drive Watch Handling Precautions

    Eco-Drive watch handling precautions <Always Make Sure to Recharge Frequently> • For optimal performance, your watch should remain fully charged. • Long sleeves may inhibit light transmission to your watch. This may result in your watch loosing charge. In these cases supplemental charging may be necessary.
  • Page 26 Eco-Drive watch handling precautions CAUTION Recharging Precautions • Do not charge the watch at a high temperature (about 60 °C (140 °F) or higher) as doing so may cause the movement to malfunction. Examples: • Charging the watch too close to a light source which generates a large amount of heat such as an incandescent lamp or halogen lamp.
  • Page 27 Eco-Drive watch handling precautions <Replacement of Rechargeable Cell> • This watch utilizes a special rechargeable cell that does not require periodical replacement. However power consumption may increase after using the watch for a number of years due to wear of internal components and deterioration of oils. This may cause stored power to be depleted at a faster rate.
  • Page 28 Eco-Drive watch handling precautions WARNING Use Only the Specified Battery • Never use a battery other than the rechargeable cell specified for use in this watch. Although the watch structure is designed so that it will not operate when another type of battery is installed, if a conventional watch battery or other type of battery is installed in the watch and the watch is recharged, there is the risk of overcharging which may cause the battery to rupture.

  • Page 29: Water Resistance

    Water resistance WARNING Water Resistance • Refer to the watch dial and/or the case back for the indication of the water resistance of your watch. The following chart provides examples of use for reference to ensure that your watch is used properly.
  • Page 30 Water resistance Water-related use Operate the Minor crown or exposure to Swimming Scuba diving Saturation button when water (washing and general Skin diving, using an air diving using the watch face, rain, etc.) washing work marine sports tank helium gas is wet mospheres mospheres...
  • Page 31 Water resistance • Non-water resistant models are not designed to come into contact with any moisture. Take care not to expose a watch with this rating to any type of moisture. • Water resistance for daily use (to 3 atmospheres) means the watch is water resistant for occasional accidental splashing.

  • Page 32: Precautionary Items And Usage Limitations

    Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION To Avoid Injury • Be particularly careful when wearing your watch while holding a small child, to avoid injury. • Be particularly careful when engaged in strenuous exercise or work, to avoid injury to yourself and others.
  • Page 33 Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION Precautions • Always use the watch with the crown pushed in (normal position). If the crown is of the screw lock-type, make sure it is securely locked. • Do not operate (use the crown and/or buttons) the watch when it is wet. Water may enter the watch causing damage to vital components.
  • Page 34 Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION When Wearing Your Watch <Band> • Leather bands and rubber (urethane) bands will deteriorate over time due to perspiration dirt. Because of the natural materials, leather band will be worn, deformed, and discolored over time.
  • Page 35 Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION When Wearing Your Watch (continued) • Please request adjustment or repair of the band in the following cases: - You notice an abnormality with the band due to corrosion. - The pin of the band is protruding. •...
  • Page 36 Precautionary items and usage limitations <Strong Shock> • Avoid dropping the watch or subjecting it to other strong impact. It may cause malfunctions and/or performance deterioration as well as damage to the case and bracelet. <Static Electricity> • The integrated circuits (IC) used in quartz watches are sensitive to static electricity. Please note the watch may operate erratically or not at all if exposed to intense static electricity.
  • Page 37 Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION Always Keep Your Watch Clean • Rotate the crown while it is pressed in fully and press the buttons periodically so they do not become stuck due to accumulations of foreign matter. • The case and band of the watch come into direct contact with the skin. Corrosion of the metal or accumulated foreign matter may result in black residue coming from the bracelet when exposed to moisture or perspiration.
  • Page 38 Precautionary items and usage limitations Caring for Your Watch • Wipe any dirt or moisture such as perspiration from the case and crystal with a soft cloth. • For metallic, plastic or synthetic rubber (polyurethane) band, clean it with soap and a soft toothbrush.

  • Page 39: Specifications

    Specifications 010* Analog solar-powered watch Model Type Yearly accuracy: ±1 second when worn at normal operating Timekeeping accuracy temperatures between +5°C (41°F) and +40°C (95°F) Operating ‒5°C (23°F) to +60°C (140°F) temperature range Hours, minutes, seconds Display functions After charged fully, the watch runs without additional charging: Approximately 6 months (When saving power: Approximately 8 months) Duration...
  • Page 40 Specifications • Solar power function • Overcharging prevention function • Insufficient charge warning function (two-second interval movement) Additional functions • Time difference setting function • Antimagnetic feature/ Impact detection function/ Automatic hand correction function Specifications and contents of this booklet are subject to change without prior notice.
  • Page 42 Model No.AQ6＊ Cal.010＊ CTZ-B8203...

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