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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 2 ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL DEUTSCH ITALIANO PORTUGUÊS...

  • Page 3: To Check The Movement Number

    After reading the manual, store it in a safe place for future reference. Visit the Citizen web site (http://www.citizenwatch-global.com/) to view visual guides for operation of your watch. Some models may be equipped with external features (calculation scale, tachymeter, etc.). Visual guides for operation of such external features can also be found on the web site.
  • 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 20 to 33) and understand the meaning of the following symbols: ■...
  • Page 5 Before using this watch After unpacking, the following must be done before using the watch: • Checking whether the second hand moves normally When the second hand moves once every two seconds, charge your watch. (See page 10) This watch has a rechargeable cell which is charged by exposing the dial to light.
  • Page 6 Consult your nearest authorized Citizen service center. 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 7: Before Using This Watch

    Before using this watch Screw down crown/button Unlock the crown/button prior to operate your watch. Unlock Lock Push the crown in to the case. Rotate the crown With gentle pressure towards Screw down counterclockwise the case, rotate the crown until it releases from...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Component identification ..............8 Charging your watch ...............10 Adjusting the time .................14 Adjusting the date ................16 Troubleshooting ................19 Eco-Drive watch handling precautions ..........20 Water resistance ................24...
  • Page 9 Table of contents Precautionary items and usage limitations ........27 Specifications .................34...

  • Page 10: Component Identification

    Component identification Model with date/24-hour indicator Model with date/day indicator Equipped with a date hand at the 12 Equipped with a date hand at the 3 o’ c lock position, and a 24-hour hand at o’ c lock position, and a day hand at the 9 the 6 o’...
  • Page 11 ④ Crown o’ c lock position. ⑤ Day hand ② ⑥ Date hand ⑦ 24-hour hand ① • The illustrations in this ⑤ instruction manual may differ ④ from the actual appearance of ③ your watch. ⑥ ⑦ Movement number: 8729...

  • Page 12: Charging Your Watch

    After taking off the watch, put it in a location where the dial is exposed to bright light, such as by a window. For optimal performance, be sure to: •...
  • Page 13 • When the watch is sufficiently charged, the second hand will move normally. • If you do not charge the watch for four days or longer after the insufficient charge warning movement has begun, the watch will be depleted of all power and stop.

  • Page 14: Charging Time By Environment

    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 one (lx) normally when the charged when the cell is discharged cell is discharged 19 minutes 7.5 hours...
  • Page 15 Charging your watch • To charge your watch, it is recommended to expose the dial to direct sunlight. A fluorescent lamp or interior lighting does not have sufficient illumination to charge the rechargeable cell efficiently. Run time From fully charged without extra charging: 6 months (at normal use)

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Time

    Adjusting the time Pull the crown out to position when the second hand points to 0 second. All the hands stop. Rotate the crown to adjust the day. (only for models with a day indicator) • As the day hand moves in conjunction with the hour/minute hand, adjust the day first and then adjust the time.
  • Page 17 Adjusting the time Rotate the crown to adjust the time. • Pay attention the date hand to ensure AM or PM time is set properly. • For models with a 24-hour indicator, check the 24-hour hand to ensure AM or PM time is set properly.

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Date

    Adjust the date indication on the first days of March, May, July, October and December. • When the time on the watch is between 21:00 and 0:00, do not execute the adjustment. Otherwise the date indication may change improperly. Pull the crown out to position .
  • Page 19 Adjusting the date Model with date/24-hour Rotate the crown counterclockwise to adjust indicator the date. Model with date/day Model with date/day/24-hour indicator indicator...
  • Page 20 Adjusting the date Push the crown in to position to finish the procedure.

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your watch, check the table below. Symptoms Remedies Page Movement of a hand seems strange The second hand moves 10 to 13 Fully charge the watch. once every two seconds. Push the crown in to position .

  • Page 22: 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 loosing charge. In these cases supplemental charging may be necessary. • When you take off the watch, place it in a bright location to ensure optimal performance.
  • Page 23 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. 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 24 WARNING Handling of Rechargeable Cell • The rechargeable cell should never be removed from the watch. If for any reason it becomes necessary to remove the rechargeable cell from the watch, keep out of the reach of children to prevent accidental swallowing.
  • Page 25 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.

  • Page 26: Water Resistance

    Water resistance WARNING Water Resistance • Refer to the watch dial and/or 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 27 Water resistance Water-related use Minor exposure to Swimming and Skin diving, marine Scuba diving using Operate the crown water (washing face, general washing sports an air tank or button when the rain, etc.) work watch is wet...
  • Page 28 • 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 29 • Do not wear your watch while in a sauna or other location where your watch may become excessively hot, since there is the risk of burns. • Be careful when putting on and taking off your watch, since there is a risk of damaging your fingernails, depending on the manner in which the band is fastened.

  • Page 30: Precautionary Items And Usage Limitations

    • Do not operate the crown or any push buttons when the watch is wet. Water may enter the watch causing damage to vital components. • If water enters the watch or the watch fogs up and does not clear up even after a long time, consult your dealer or Customer Support Center for inspection and/or repair.
  • Page 31 • It is recommended to take off the watch if it gets wet, even if the watch itself is water resistant. • Do not wear the band too tightly. Try to leave enough space between the band and your skin to allow adequate ventilation.
  • Page 32 Consult your nearest authorized Citizen service center. <Temperature> • The watch may stop or the function of the watch may be impaired in extremely high or low temperature. Do not use the watch in places where the temperature is outside the operating temperature range as stated in the specifications.

  • Page 33: Static Electricity

    <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...
  • Page 34 • 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 35: Caring For Your Watch

    • For a leather band, wipe off dirt using a dry cloth. • If you will not be using your watch for an extended period of time, carefully wipe off any perspiration, dirt or moisture and store in a proper location, avoiding locations subject to excessively high or low temperatures and high humidity.
  • Page 36 Specifications 8723/8725/8729 Analog solar-powered watch Model Type Within ±15 seconds per month when worn at normal operation Timekeeping accuracy temperatures (between +5˚C/41°F and +35˚C/95°F) (without reception) –10˚C/14°F to +60˚C/140°F Operating temperature range • Time: Hours, minutes, seconds, 24-hour (24-hour indicator: Display functions 8723/8729 only) •...

  • Page 37: Specifications

    Specifications • Solar power function Additional functions • Calendar function • Overcharging prevention function • Insufficient charge warning function (two-second interval movement) • Quick Start function Specifications and contents of this booklet are subject to change without prior notice.
  • Page 39 Model No.BU2 Cal.8723 8725 8729 CTZ-B8179...

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