INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Thank you for your purchase of this Citizen watch. Before using the watch, read this instruction manual carefully to ensure correct use. After reading the manual, store it in a safe place for future reference. Visit the Citizen website (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 website.
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.
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. 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.).
Before using this watch How to use a specially designed crown Some models are equipped with a specially designed crown to prevent accidental operation. Unlock the crown prior to operate your watch. Unlock Screw down crown 4 Rotate the crown counterclockwise until it releases from the case. Lock Push the crown in to the case. With gentle pressure towards the case, rotate the crown clockwise to secure it to the case. Be sure to tighten firmly.
Table of contents Parts identification............................................................. 6 Winding the mainspring...................................................... 7 Adjusting the time............................................................10 Adjusting the date (quick date indicator adjustment).........11 Characteristics of Mechanical watches...............................12 Water resistance...............................................................
Parts identification 9184: Power reserve indicator hand Minute hand Hour hand Date indicator 9183: This model does not have the 24-hour hand. Crown Second hand 24-hour hand The actual appearance of the watch may differ from the illustrations on this instruction manual.
Winding the mainspring This is an automatic winding mechanical watch, using a mainspring as power source. When wearing the watch, your hand’s movement rotates the oscillating weight to wind the mainspring automatically. • When your hand’s movement is small and/or a few, winding may become insufficient. • Once the mainspring is wound fully, the watch will run for about 40 hours. • You can check the winding amount of the mainspring (power reserve indicator, see page 9).
Winding the mainspring Winding the mainspring manually 1 Push the crown in to position . 2 Rotate the crown to wind the mainspring. • Turn the crown by rubbing it down from the back side of the watch.
Winding the mainspring • When the watch stops, turning the crown about 40 times will wind the mainspring fully. • Turning the crown after the mainspring’s full winding does not damage the mainspring. About power reserve indicator Power reserve indicator hand shows the approximate amount of current winding. Power reserve indicator hand Maximum amount of winding: The watch will run for about 40 hours For using the watch comfortably, it is recommended to keep the hand within this area.
Adjusting the time When the watch stops, wind the mainspring manually before setting. 1 Pull the crown out to position as the second hand points 0 second. The second hand stops. 2 Rotate the crown to adjust the time. All the hands and the date indicator move together. • Be sure to set AM/PM correctly. • The hands do not move together when moving hands counterclockwise. 3 Push the crown in to position following a certain time signal.
Adjusting the date (quick date indicator adjustment) Adjust the date indicator on the first days of March, May, July, October and December. • Because the watch changes the date indicator, do not execute the quick date indicator adjustment in the following time on the watch: Between 8:00 PM to 2:00 AM 1 Pull the crown out to position . 2 Rotate the crown clockwise to adjust the date. 3 Push the crown in to position to finish this procedure.
Characteristics of Mechanical watches About time accuracy of mechanical watches The time accuracy described on this instruction manual is the static accuracy at normal temperature (+5˚C (+41˚F) to +35˚C (+95˚F)). The accuracy of mechanical watches may get out of the described range depending on the following three usage conditions or other reasons. • Winding amount of the mainspring • Attitude • Usage environment (temperature, magnetism, impact, etc.
Characteristics of Mechanical watches Usage environment (temperature, magnetism, impact, etc.) • Metal parts are used for the part for keeping accuracy in mechanical watch. The accuracy varies affected by their thermal expansion and contraction. • Metal parts are used in mechanical watches. Magnetism affects them and accuracy of the watches in consequence. Do not bring them close to things which have or generate strong magnetism. • Strong shocks may also affect the accuracy.
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. (The unit “1 bar” is roughly equal to 1 atmosphere.) • WATER RESIST(ANT) ×× bar may also be indicated as W. R. ×× bar.
Water resistance Water-related use Minor exposure to water (washing face, rain, etc.
Water resistance • Non-water resistant models are not designed to come into contact with any moisture. Take care not to expose a watch with this rating to any type of moisture. • 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.
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. • 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.
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. • If water enters the watch or the watch fogs up and does not clear up even after a long time, consult your dealer or authorized service center for inspection and/or repair.
Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION When Wearing Your Watch • 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. It is recommended to replace the band periodically. • The durability of a leather band may be affected when wet (fading, peeling of adhesive), owing to the properties of the material. Moreover, wet leather may cause a rash.
Precautionary items and usage limitations CAUTION When Wearing Your Watch (continued) • 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. If adjustment is not done correctly, the bracelet may unexpectedly become detached leading to loss of your watch or injury.
Precautionary items and usage limitations • 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. • If paint thinner, benzene or other solvents or products containing these solvents (including gasoline, nail-polish remover, cresol, bathroom cleaners and adhesives, water repellent, etc.
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. Be sure to keep your watch clean at all times.
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. Be sure to thoroughly rinse the band after cleaning to remove any soap residue. • For a leather band, wipe off dirt using a dry cloth.
Specifications Model 9184/9183 Number of jewels 26 Timekeeping accuracy –10 seconds to +20 seconds per day when worn at normal operation temperatures between +5˚C(41°F) and +35˚C(95°F) Operating temperature range 24 Type Automatic mechanical watch –10˚C(14°F) to +60˚C(140°F) Display functions • Time: Hours, minutes, seconds, 24-hour (only 9184) • Calendar: Date • Power reserve indicator Maximum run time More than approx.
Specifications Additional functions • • • • • Power reserve indicator Quick date indicator adjustment Second hand stop function Automatic winding Manual winding Specifications and contents of this booklet are subject to change without prior notice.
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