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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 2 ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL DEUTSCH ITALIANO PORTUGUÊS 中文 （繁体字） 中文 （簡体字）...
  • Page 3 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 4 Safety precautions — IMPORTANT This manual may contain certain safety advisories. Your watch should be used in accordance with these advisories at all times to ensure optimal enjoyment of your watch and to prevent injury to yourself, other persons and/or damage to property. Understand the meaning of the following symbols and read pages from ■...
  • Page 5 Request to customers All parts of this watch, except for the band, are to be repaired only at CITIZEN. This is because special technologies and equipment are required to perform repairs, inspections and adjustments. Please make requests for repairs to an authorized service...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Before using this watch ..............Band adjustment ......................Protective stickers ......................How to use a specially designed crown ................Component identification ..............Helium escape valve ..................... Charging your watch ..............When the watch reaches a low charge state (insufficient charge warning function) ..Charging time by environment ..................
  • Page 7 CONTENTS Maintenance after diving .............. Setting the time ................Adjusting the calendar ..............Using the rotating bezel ..............Adjusting the length using the extension band ....... Troubleshooting ................Eco-Drive watch handling precautions ..........Water resistance ................Precautionary items and usage limitations ........Specifications................

  • Page 8: Before Using This Watch

    Before using this watch After unpacking, the following must be done before using the watch: Check the power reserve indication. ( page Charge immediately if the power reserve level is “0” or “1”. This watch has a rechargeable cell which is charged by exposing the dial to light.

  • Page 9: Band Adjustment

    Before using this watch Band adjustment Do not adjust the length of the band (metal or rubber) yourself. If you fail to perform the work properly, the watch may fall off, or an injury may occur during adjustment. For band adjustment, consult the shop where you purchased the watch or an authorized service center.

  • Page 10: How To Use A Specially Designed Crown

    Before using this watch How to use a specially designed crown This watch is equipped with a specially designed crown to prevent accidental operation. Screw down crown Unlock the crown prior to operate your watch. Unlock Lock Push the crown in and Screw Rotate the crown rotate it clockwise until the...

  • Page 11: Component Identification

    Component identification Bezel lock Helium escape valve Hour hand Minute hand Date indication Power reserve indication hand Crown Second hand Rotating bezel • 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: Helium Escape Valve

    Component identification Helium escape valve For professional saturation diving that uses helium, when decompressing to surface pressure in a diver decompression chamber the helium escape valve built into the watch automatically discharges the helium gas that has seeped into the watch. This prevents the watch from breaking.

  • Page 13: 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 14: When The Watch Reaches A Low Charge State (Insufficient Charge Warning Function)

    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. •...

  • Page 15: Charging Time By Environment

    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. Charging time (approx.) To start working To become fully Environment Illuminance (lx) To work for one day normally when the cell charged when the cell is discharged...

  • Page 16: Checking The Current Power Reserve

    Checking the current power reserve Power reserve level scale Power reserve indication hand Power reserve level scale...
  • Page 17 Checking the current power reserve Level Power reserve level scale Duration 540 – 450 days 450 – 280 days 280 – 10 days 10 days or shorter (approx.) Power reserve is Power reserve Power reserve is Power reserve is sufficient. is OK.

  • Page 18: Before Diving

    Before diving Always make sure to check the following items before diving. • Is the time set correctly? ( page • Is the power reserve level "2" or more? ( page • Is the crown fully locked? ( page • Can the rotating bezel be operated correctly? •...

  • Page 19: Cautions While Diving

    Cautions while diving • Never operate the crown while diving. • Do not bump the watch against rocks or other hard objects.

  • Page 20: Maintenance After Diving

    Maintenance after diving Be sure to check the following items to maintain the watch after diving. Items to check after diving • The watch is cleansed with fresh water immediately after use in water and water is wiped away with a dry soft cloth or something similar. •...
  • Page 21 Maintenance after diving When cleansing the watch with fresh water Cleanse the watch in a basin or something similar filled with fresh water. • Do not expose the watch directly to water flowing from a water tap. • Do not operate the crown or depress the buttons when the watch is wet. When fog appears inside the watch’s glass or water enters the watch If the inside of the watch fogs up for a long time or sea water enters it, put it in a box or plastic bag and immediately consult an authorized service center for repair.

  • Page 22: Setting The Time

    Setting the time Pull the crown out to position as the second Make sure that the watch is not wet hand points to 0 seconds. before operating the The watch stops and the power reserve indication crown. hand moves to the reference position. Rotate the crown to set the time.

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Calendar

    Adjusting the calendar You must correct the date on the first day of March, May, Make sure that the July, October and December. watch is not wet • Do not set the date during the period below, when the before operating the date indication is changing on this watch.

  • Page 24: Using The Rotating Bezel

    Using the rotating bezel You can see the elapsed time from a certain moment, or remaining time to a decided moment, easily by using the rotating bezel. • Be sure to use a specialized instrument when diving. Use the watch only as a reference.
  • Page 25 Using the rotating bezel Bezel lock mechanism The watch has a bezel lock mechanism that locks the rotating bezel in place. To move the rotating bezel, move the lock to FREE until it clicks. When you have finished rotating the bezel, move the lock to the LOCK position until the orange warning color is no longer visible.
  • Page 26 Using the rotating bezel Finding the elapsed time Set the bezel lock to FREE, and rotate the rotating bezel until the mark is in line with the minute hand. Then move the bezel lock to LOCK. Use the markings on the rotating bezel between the mark and the minute hand to find the elapsed time (within 60 minutes).
  • Page 27 Using the rotating bezel Finding the remaining time Set the bezel lock to FREE, and rotate the rotating bezel until the mark is set to your desired time (within 60 minutes). Use the markings on the rotating bezel between the mark and the minute hand to find the remaining time.

  • Page 28: Adjusting The Length Using The Extension Band

    Adjusting the length using the extension band • The extension band is not supplied for some models. • When wearing the watch over a wetsuit and so forth, and the length of the standard band is not long enough, attach the extension band provided to adjust the length of the band.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your watch, check the items below. Symptom Remedies Page The hands do not work properly. The second hand moves once Charge the watch. every two seconds. − Push the crown in to position The second hand does not move.

  • Page 30: 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 losing charge. In these cases supplemental charging may be necessary. •...
  • Page 31 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 32: Water Resistance

    Water resistance WARNING Water Resistance • This watch is 1,000 m water-resistant. It can be used for saturation diving using helium gas. • The packing used for this watch is a consumable part and will deteriorate over long-term use. Deterioration may lead to water penetration, causing the watch to malfunction or stop.
  • Page 33 Water resistance Water-related use Swimming and Operate the crown general washing Skin diving, marine Scuba diving using Saturation diving or button when the work sports an air tank using helium gas watch is wet...

  • Page 34: 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 35 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 the crown or any push buttons when the watch is wet. Water may enter the watch causing damage to vital components.
  • Page 36 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 37 Precautionary items and usage limitations • 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. • We recommend seeking the assistance of an experienced watch technician for sizing of your watch.
  • Page 38 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 39 Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION Always Keep Your Watch Clean • Rotate the crown 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 40 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 41 Precautionary items and usage limitations <When Luminous Paint is used for your watch> The paint on the dial and hands helps you with reading the time in a dark place. The luminous paint stores light (daylight or artificial light) and glows in a dark place. It is free from any radioactive substance or any other material harmful to a human body or environment.

  • Page 42: Specifications

    Specifications J210 Analog solar-powered watch Model Type Average monthly accuracy: ±15 seconds when worn at Timekeeping normal operation temperatures between +5°C (41°F) and accuracy +35°C (95°F) Operating ‒10°C (14°F) to +60°C (140°F) temperature range • Time: Hours, minutes, seconds • Calendar: Date Display functions •...
  • Page 43 Specifications • Solar power function • Power reserve indication (in four levels) • Overcharging prevention function Additional functions • Insufficient charge warning function (two-second interval movement) Specifications and contents of this booklet are subject to change without prior notice.
  • Page 45 Model No.BN7＊ Cal.J210 CTZ-B8194...

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