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  • Page 3 Thank you for your purchase of this Citizen watch. Before using the watch, read this instruction manual carefully to ensure correct use. After reading the manual, store it in a safe place for future reference. Visit the Citizen website (http://www.citizenwatch-global.com/) to view visual guides for operation of your watch.
  • Page 4 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 40 to 51) and understand the meaning of the following symbols: ■...
  • Page 5 Safety precautions (IMPORTANT) ■ Important instructions are categorized and depicted in this manual as follows: Warning (caution) symbol followed by instructions that should be followed or precautions that should be observed. Warning (caution) symbol followed by prohibited matters.
  • Page 6 Before using this watch After unpacking, the following must be done before using the watch: ■ Checking the power reserve ⇨ Page 17 Check the charge level of the watch. This watch has a rechargeable cell which is charged by exposing the dial to light.
  • Page 7 For band adjustment, we recommend you consult the retailer where the watch was purchased or your nearest Authorized Citizen Service Center. Some repair shops may charge a nominal fee for adjustment if the watch was not purchased directly from them.
  • Page 8 Before using this watch ■ How to use a specially designed crown/push button Some models are equipped with a specially designed crown and/or push button to prevent accidental operation. Screw down crown and screw down push button Unlock the crown prior to operate your watch. Unlock Lock Rotate the crown...
  • Page 9 Before using this watch Recessed buttons Press the button with a narrow-tipped object such as a wooden toothpick.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Features ………………………………………………………… 10 Component identification …………………………………… 12 Charging your watch ………………………………………… 13 Crown position and operation ……………………………… 18 Adjusting the time …………………………………………… 19 Adjusting the calendar ……………………………………… 21 Month and leap year indications …………………………… 24 Adjusting the time difference ……………………………… 28...
  • Page 11 Table of contents Checking the current reference position ………………… 30 Timekeeping accuracy ……………………………………… 34 Troubleshooting ……………………………………………… 36 Eco-Drive (solar powered) watch handling precautions … 40 Water resistance ……………………………………………… 44 Precautionary items and usage limitations ……………… 46 Specifications ………………………………………………… 52...

  • Page 12: Features

    Features This watch includes the following features: Eco-drive No need for periodical changing of rechargeable cells. The watch is charged by light. 12 o'clock midnight sharp calendar update function The calendar updates as the clock strikes midnight (0:00:00). Annual time accuracy: ±10 seconds This high-precision watch realized an annual time difference of about ±10...
  • Page 13 Features Perpetual calendar No need for date correction at the end of each month. The leap year is also updated automatically. Antimagnetic performance The functionality of the watch will be maintained even when the watch is brought as close as up to 5 cm of the devices that emit magnetic fields in daily life.

  • Page 14: Component Identification

    Component identification Button Minute hand Charge indicator Crown Second hand Date indicator Hour hand * The illustrations may diff er from the actual watch you have purchased. * A solar cell is placed under the dial.

  • Page 15: Charging Your Watch

    Charging your watch This watch has a rechargeable cell which is charged by exposing the dial to light, such as direct sunlight or fluorescent lamps. After taking off the watch, put it in a location where the dial is exposed to bright light, such as by a window.
  • Page 16 Charging your watch ■ When the watch reaches a low charge state (insuffi cient charge warning function) When the watch reaches a low charge state, the insufficient charge warning function kicks in, and the second hand begins to move in two-second increments (two-second mode).
  • Page 17 Charging your watch ■ Charging time by environment Below are the approximate times required for charging when exposing the watch dial to light continuously. Please use this table as a reference only. Charging time (approx.) Illuminance To start working To become fully Environment To work for (lx)
  • Page 18 Charging your watch ■ Power save feature If you store the watch inside the case or other dark places where no light can reach the dial of the watch for seven consecutive days or longer, the watch will automatically stop at the 12 o'clock position to save battery power. In the meantime, the time is kept internally, whereas the date and power reserve indicators continue to work normally.
  • Page 19 Charging your watch ■ How to check the power reserve indicator The hand position of the power reserve indicator shows the power reserve amount, as illustrated below. Level Power reserve level Approx. Approx. Approx. Approx. 3 days 210 to 160 days 160 to 100 days 100 to 3 days Power reserve...

  • Page 20: Crown Position And Operation

    Crown position and operation Pull the crown out to make necessary adjustments, as illustrated below. (default position): No adjustment can be performed : For adjusting time difference and calendar : For adjusting time * The screw down lock returns to position when unlocked.

  • Page 21: Adjusting The Time

    Adjusting the time Adjust the time with the crown set in Position * If the second hand is moving in two-second increments (insufficient charge warning), charge the watch first. With the second hand at the 12 o'clock position, pull the crown out to Position Pull out the crown when •...
  • Page 22 Adjusting the time Return the crown to Rotate the crown to set the time. Position to complete the • For more accurate setting. adjustment, first put the minute • Push in the crown to Position hand forward by the accurate time by four to five information.

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Calendar

    Adjusting the calendar Adjust the calendar (date/month/year) with the crown set in Position * If the second hand is moving in two-second increments (insufficient charge warning), charge the watch first. Pull the crown out to Position...
  • Page 24 Adjusting the calendar Rotate the crown to set the date. Hold down the button for two • As you rotate the crown, the seconds. hour hand moves in one-hour • The second hand increments. moves to show the • The hour hand is synchronized current month and with the date.
  • Page 25 Adjusting the calendar Press the button to adjust the month Return the crown to Position and year. to complete the setting. • The second hand moves forward in one- (In case of a screw down crown, minute marker increments with every lock the crown.

  • Page 26: Month And Leap Year Indications

    Month and leap year indications The elapsed years from the most Nov. Dec. recent leap year and the month are indicated at the position of Oct. Jan. the second hand. • The position of the second hand Sept. Feb. shows the month. •...
  • Page 27 Month and leap year indications Example: April in the 2nd year since the leap year Leap year 1st year since leap year 2nd year since leap year 3rd year since leap year...
  • Page 28 Month and leap year indications Quick reference chart for number of years passed since leap year Indication of the second hand Passed year Year Hour marker Leap year 2012, 2016, 2020 1st min. marker 1st year 2013, 2017, 2021 2nd min. marker 2nd year 2014, 2018, 2022 3rd min.
  • Page 29 Month and leap year indications Example: The figure shows August The figure shows in the 3rd year since the April in the leap year. recent leap year.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Time Difference

    Adjusting the time difference When you travel overseas, you can easily adjust your watch to the local time without having to Rotate the crown to correct the stop the watch. The adjustment can be made in time difference. one-hour increments/ decrements. * If the second hand is moving in two-second increments (insufficient charge warning), charge the watch first.
  • Page 31 Adjusting the time difference • Rotate the crown to the right (clockwise) to move the hour hand Return the crown to Position in one-hour increments, or to the complete the setting. (In case of a screw left (counterclockwise) to move the down crown, lock the crown.) hour hand in onehour decrements.

  • Page 32: Checking The Current Reference Position

    Checking the current reference position ■ What is the reference position? The base position for all the hands to indicate the time and date. If the reference position is not at the correct position, the time and functions are not indicated correctly.
  • Page 33 Checking the current reference position ■ Checking the current reference position If any of the hands are not aligned at the 12 o'clock position, or if the date indication is misaligned, check the reference position. * If the second hand is moving in two-second increments (insufficient charge warning), charge the watch first.
  • Page 34 Checking the current reference position Check if all hands and date are at the reference position. • If any of the hands or the date indication is off the reference position, a repair is needed. • If the minute hand is slightly off the 12 o'clock position, it is possible that the second and minute hands have become slightly misaligned during the process of adjusting the time.
  • Page 35 Checking the current reference position Press the button to resume the current time indication. Press the button. • Even if you do not press the button, the current time indication will resume automatically in two minutes.

  • Page 36: Timekeeping Accuracy

    Timekeeping accuracy This watch has 10-second accuracy per year. ■ To maintain 10-second accuracy per year To maintain this timekeeping accuracy, you must use the watch at ambient temperature (between +5°C and +40°C) and carry it with you approximately 12 hours a day.
  • Page 37 Timekeeping accuracy ■ Accuracy per month Accuracy per month does not necessarily correspond to ±10 second x 1/12. Depending on the usage environment (temperature change (seasonal change), the duration for which it is carried, etc.), the accuracy may turn out to be ±3 to 5 seconds per month.

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your watch, check the table below. ■ The hands do not work properly Symptoms Remedies Page The second hand moves in two-second Charge the watch. 13 to 15 increments. − Set the crown to Position Charge your watch by exposing it to direct sunlight All hands stop moving.
  • Page 39 The watch stops working for five to six hours. If the problem still persists, immediately after it has contact the shop where you made the purchase, been fully charged. or your nearest Authorized Citizen Service Center listed in your warranty booklet.
  • Page 40 Troubleshooting ■ All Reset When the watch does not work properly, you can reset all the settings. * Make sure to charge the watch before performing all reset. * If you perform all reset, all information will be deleted. Do no perform all reset unless absolutely necessary.
  • Page 41 Troubleshooting Adjust the time and Return the crown to Position calendar. • Normal hand movement resumes from the reset • After the reset status. procedure, the watch resets itself to the AM time of January 1 (leap year). Make sure to check the calendar and time and adjust them to the correct date and...

  • Page 42: Eco-Drive (Solar Powered) Watch Handling Precautions

    Eco-Drive (solar powered) watch handling precautions <Always Make Sure to Recharge Frequently> • Please note that if you wear long sleeves, the watch may stop as a result of being covered by your sleeve and blocked from the light. • When you take off the watch, try to place it in as bright a location as possible. This will ensure optimal operation.
  • Page 43 Eco-Drive (solar powered) watch handling precautions Eco-Drive (solar powered) 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 44 Eco-Drive (solar powered) watch handling precautions <Replacement of Rechargeable Cell> • This watch utilizes a special rechargeable cell that does not require regular 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 45 Eco-Drive (solar powered) 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 silver 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 46: Water Resistance

    Water resistance WARNING Water Resistance • Refer to the watch dial and 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 47 Water resistance • Water resistance for daily use (to 3 atmospheres) means the watch is water resistant for occasional accidental splashing. • Upgraded water resistance for daily use (to 5 atmospheres) means that the watch may be worn while swimming, but is not to worn while skin diving. •...

  • Page 48: 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 49 Precautionary items and usage limitations • Even if your watch has a high level of water resistance, please be careful of the following. • If your watch is immersed in sea water, rinse thoroughly with fresh water and wipe with a dry cloth.
  • Page 50 For band adjustment, we recommend you consult the retailer from where the watch was purchased or your nearest Authorized Citizen Service Center. Some repair shops may charge a nominal fee for adjustment if the watch was not purchased directly from them.
  • Page 51 Precautionary items and usage limitations <Magnetism> • Analog quartz watches are powered by a step motor that uses a magnet. Subjecting the watch to strong magnetism from the outside can cause the motor to operate improperly and prevent the watch from keeping time accurately.
  • Page 52 Precautionary items and usage limitations <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 53 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 a metallic, plastic or rubber (urethane) watchband, wash any dirt off with water. Remove the small amounts of dirt trapped between the crevices of the metallic band with a soft brush.

  • Page 54: Specifications

    Specifications Model Type A080 Analog solar-powered watch Timekeeping Within ±10 seconds per year when worn at normal operation accuracy temperatures (between +5˚C and +40˚C) Operating −10˚C to +60˚C temperature range Display Time: hours, minutes, seconds / Calendar: date / Charge level functions Continuous •...
  • Page 55 Specifications Additional • 12 o'clock midnight sharp calendar update function functions • Power reserve indication • Overcharging prevention function • Insufficient charge warning function (2-second interval movement) • Energy saving function (power save feature) • Perpetual calendar (until February 28th, 2100) •...

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