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Every watch is dust protected by means of a dust seal which is
located around the winding stem. Sketches showing the various
types used are included in this service manual.
Every Timex is fitted with a crystal which has been devel
oped to resist crazing and shrinkage.
Every watch has an unbreakable mainspring which gives a
consistent torque output and an average running time of 42 hours.
Movements
Illustrations show the Timex movement is of two plate
design, whereas most conventional watches feature the bridge
design.
The two plate design is most important as it ensures inter
changeable accuracy for gear train and escapement, no further
adjustment of escapement is necessary, the correct locking engage
ment between pallet pins and escape wheel is ensured, thereby
facilitating servicing.
The use of individual bridges may require selective fitting
and special adjustments.
However, should it be necessary to completely dismantle
the movement, the illustrations in this booklet will guide further
servicing.
In the event that complete dismantling is required, it is
recommended that the front frame be removed, thus fully ex
posing the gear train and associated parts. To reassemble, start
with the back frame. Normal care should be exercised to ensure
proper location of the pivots in their respeaive hole positions
in the plates.
As described later, it is necessary only to remove the balance
wheel assembly, cannon pinion, ratchet wheel bridge, ratchet
wheel and click.
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