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WARNING:
Water-resistance performance
• Water-resistance for daily use (to 3 atmospheres): This type of watch is water-resistant to
minor exposure to water. For example, you may wear the watch while washing your face;
however, do not use while swimming.
• Upgraded water-resistance for daily use (to 5 atmospheres): This type of watch is water-
resistant to moderate exposure to water. You may wear the watch while swimming;
however, do not use while skin diving or scuba diving.
• Upgraded water-resistance for daily use (to 10/20 atmospheres): This type of watch may be
used for skin diving; however, it is not designed for scuba or saturated diving using helium
gas.
CAUTION
• Be sure to use the watch with the crown pressed in (normal position). If your watch has a
screw-lock type crown, be sure that the crown is locked securely.
• Do NOT operate the crown or button when the watch is wet. Water may enter the watch and
compromise water-resistance.
• The durability of a leather band may be affected when wet, owing to the properties of the
material. In the case of a watch of upgraded water resistance for daily use that is frequently
used in water, fading, peeling of adhesive or other problems may occur. It is therefore
recommended to use another type of band (metal or rubber watchband).
• If the watch is used in seawater, rinse with fresh water afterward and wipe with a dry cloth.
• If moisture has entered the watch, or if the inside of the crystal is fogged up and does not
become clear within a day, take the watch to your nearest Citizen Service Center for repair.
Leaving the watch in such a state will allow corrosion to form inside.
• If seawater enters the watch, place the watch in a box or plastic bag and immediately take it
in for repair. Otherwise, pressure inside the watch will increase, and parts (crystal, crown,
buttons, etc.) may come off.
CAUTION: Keep your watch clean.
• Leaving dust and dirt deposited between the case and crown may result in difficulty in
pulling the crown out. Rotate the crown while in its normal position, from time to time, to
loosen dust and dirt and then brush it off.
• Dust and dirt tend to be deposited in gaps in the back of the case or band.
Deposited dust and dirt may cause corrosion and soil your clothing. Clean the watch
occasionally.
Cleaning the Watch
• Use a soft cloth to wipe off dirt, perspiration and water from the case and crystal .
• Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe off perspiration and dirt from the leather band.
• To clean a metal, plastic, or rubber watchband, wash away dirt with mild soap and water.
Use a soft brush to remove dust and dirt jammed in the gaps in the metal band. If your
watch is not water-resistant, take it to your dealer.
NOTE: Avoid using solvents (thinner, benzine, etc.), as they may damage the finish.
