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E365 Caliber No. of this watch: Thank you for your purchase of this Citizen watch. Before using the watch, read this instruction manual carefully to ensure correct use. Instruction manual on the web You can access the web instruction manual of this watch using the QR code.
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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 ) and understand the meaning of the following symbols: ■...
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Safety precautions ■ 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.
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Features Eco-Drive No periodical battery replacement is needed. This watch is fueled by light. Once charged fully, it keeps running through 365 days even without additional charging.
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 pages...
Before using this watch Band adjustment We recommend seeking the assistance of an experienced watch technician for sizing of your watch. If adjustment is not done correctly, the bracelet may unexpectedly become detached leading to loss of your watch or injury (excluding products containing the band adjustment tool).
Before using this watch How to use a specially designed crown/button Some models are equipped with a specially designed crown and/or push button to prevent accidental operation. Screw down crown/button Unlock the crown/button prior to operate your watch. Unlock Lock Push the crown in to the Rotate the crown case.
Component identification Hour hand Minute hand Date indication Crown Crown's position Second hand • The illustrations in this instruction manual may differ from the actual appearance of your watch.
Setting the time Pull the crown out to position 2 as the second hand points 0 second. The second hand stops. Rotate the crown to set the time. • Move the minute hand 4 or 5 minutes forward and move it back to set its position more precisely.
Adjusting the calendar The date indication on this watch is based on the 31-day calendar. Calendar adjustment is required on the first days of March, May, July, October and December. • Do not adjust the calendar between 9:00 PM and 1:00 AM. Otherwise, the calendar may not change correctly.
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. The cell is charged by exposing the dial to light such as direct sunlight or fluorescent lamps. For optimal performance, be sure to: •...
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Charging your watch CAUTION • Do not charge the watch at a high temperature (about 60°C (140°F) or higher) as doing so may cause movement malfunction. • If the watch is obscured from light by long sleeves frequently, supplemental charging may be needed to ensure continual operation. •...
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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 below.
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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. • Exposing to direct sunlight is recommended to charge your watch. A fluorescent lamp or interior lighting does not have sufficient illumination to charge the rechargeable cell efficiently.
Charging your watch Duration without additional charging after charging the watch fully About 1 year When you will not use the watch for a long time Do not keep this watch in a dark place. Keep it in a place where its dial is exposed to light.
Charging your watch When the stopped watch is exposed to light The second hand starts moving in two-second interval soon after the watch is exposed to light (quick start function). • Light of indoor illumination may not be enough to keep it moving. •...
Troubleshooting Symptom and remedies Symptom Remedies Page Movement of a hand seems strange Insufficient charge warning function is active. The second hand moves Power reserve of the watch is nearly empty. once every two seconds. Charge immediately. The second hand does not −...
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.
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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. Ex.: - Charging the watch too close to a light source which generates a large amount of heat such as an incandescent lamp or halogen lamp.
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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.
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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.
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.
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Water resistance • Upgraded water-resistance for daily use (to 5 atmospheres) means that the watch may be worn while swimming, but is not to be worn while skin diving or scuba diving. • Upgraded water-resistance for daily use (to 10/20 atmospheres) means that the watch may be worn while skin diving, but not while scuba diving or saturated diving using helium gas.
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.
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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.
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Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION When Wearing Your Watch <Band> • Leather bands and rubber (urethane) bands will deteriorate over time due to perspiration or dirt. In addition, they are made of natural material and will be worn, deformed and discolored over time.
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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.
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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.
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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 unnoticed soiling such as that caused by perspiration.
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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.
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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.
Specifications Model Type Analog solar-powered watch E365 Average monthly accuracy: ±15 seconds when worn at normal operating temperatures Timekeeping accuracy between +5°C (41°F) and +35°C (95°F) Operating temperature ‒10°C (14°F) to +60°C (140°F) range Display • Time: Hours, minutes, seconds functions •...
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Specifications • Solar power function • Overcharging prevention function Additional • Insufficient charge warning function (two-second interval movement) functions • Quick start function • Quick date-indication adjustment Specifications and contents are subject to change without prior notice.