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・ Please take care when wearing a watch with light-colored band, as dirt is likely to show up.
・ R efrain from wearing a leather band watch other than Aqua Free bands while bathing,
swimming, and when working with water even if the watch itself is water-resistant
enforced for daily use （10- or 20-BAR water resistant）
● Silicone band
・ A s for material characteristics, the band is easily dirtied, and may be stained and
discolored. Wipe off dirt with a wet cloth or cleaning tissue.
・ U nlike bands of other materials, cracks may result in the band being cut. Take care not
to damage the band with an edged tool.
● Polyurethane band
・ A polyurethane band is susceptible to discoloration from light, and may be deteriorated by
solvent or atmospheric humidity.
・ E specially a translucent, white, or pale colored band easily adsorbs other colors, resulting in
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color smears or discoloration.
・ Wash out dirt in water and clean it off with a dry cloth.
（Protect the watch body from water splashes by wrapping it up in plastic wrap etc.）
・ W hen the band becomes less flexible, have the band replaced with a new one. If you
continue to use the band as it is, the band may develop cracks or become brittle over time.
Notes on skin
Skin irritation caused by a band has various reasons such as allergy to metals
irritation and allergy
or leathers, or skin reactions against friction on dust or the band itself.
Notes on the
Adjust the band to allow a little clearance with your wrist to
length of the
ensure proper airfl ow. When wearing the watch, leave enough
band
room to insert a fi nger between the band and your wrist.
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※ Overcharge prevention function
When the secondar y batter y is fully charged, the overcharge
prevention function is automatically activated to avoid further
charging. There is no need to worry about damage caused by
overcharging no matter how much the secondary battery is charged
in excess of the "time required for fully charging the watch".
※ R efer to "Standard charging time" on page 102 to check the time required for fully charging
the watch.
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■ Notes on charging the watch
・ W hen charging the watch, do not place the watch in close proximity
to an intense light source such as lighting equipment for photography,
spotlights or incandescent lights, as the watch may be excessively
heated resulting in damage to its internal parts.
・ W hen charging the watch by exposure to direct sunlight, avoid places
that easily reach high temperatures, such as a car dashboard.
・ A lways keep the watch temperature under 50℃
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NOTICE
Power source
The battery used in this watch is a special secondary battery, which is totally
diff erent from ordinary silver oxide batteries.
Unlike other disposable batteries such as dry-cell batteries or button cells, this
secondary battery can be used over and over again by repeating the cycles of
discharging and recharging.
However, for various reasons such as long-term use or usage conditions, the capacity
or recharging effi ciency of the secondary battery may gradually deteriorate. Worn or
contaminated mechanical parts or degraded oils may also shorten recharging cycles.
If the effi ciency of the secondary battery decreases, have the watch repaired.
NOTICE
■ Remarks on replacing the secondary battery
・ Do not remove the secondary battery yourself.
・ R eplacement of the secondary battery requires professional knowledge
and skill. Please ask the retailer from whom the watch was purchased
for repair.
・ I nstallation of an ordinary silver oxide battery can generate heat that
can cause bursting or ignition.
After-sale service
● Notes on guarantee and repair
・ C ontact the retailer from whom the watch was purchased or SEIKO
CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER for repair or overhaul.
・ W ithin the guarantee period, present the certificate of guarantee to
receive repair services.
・ G uarantee coverage is provided in the certificate of guarantee. Read
carefully and retain it.
・ F or repair ser vices after the guarantee period has expired, if the
functions of the watch can be restored by repair work, we will undertake
repair services upon request and payment.
● Replacement parts
・ S EIKO makes it a policy to typically keep a stock of replacement parts
for this watch for 7 years. Replacement parts are those which are
essential to maintaining the functional integrity of the watch. Please
keep in mind that if original par ts are not available, they may be
replaced with substitutes whose outward appearance may diff er from
the originals.
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