Citizen AT8260-18A User manual

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.

To check the movement number

A case number—4 alphanumeric characters and 6 or

more alphanumeric characters—is engraved on the

case back. (Figure on the right)

The first 4 characters of the case number represent

the movement number of the watch. In the example

on the right, " " is the movement number.

Engraving position example

The engraving position may

differ depending on watch model.

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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 60 to 71) and

understand the meaning of the following symbols:

■ Safety advisories are categorized and depicted in this manual as follows:

DANGER Highly likely to cause death or serious injury

WARNING Can cause serious injury or death

CAUTION Can or will cause minor or moderate injury or damage

Safety precautions (IMPORTANT)

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■ Important instructions are categorized and depicted in this manual as follows:

Warning (caution) symbol followed by instructions that should

be followed or precautions that should be observed.

Warning (caution) symbol followed by prohibited matters.

Safety precautions (IMPORTANT)

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Before using this watch

After unpacking, the following must be done before using the watch:

◆

Checking the power reserve Page 17

Check the charge level of the watch.

◆

Setting the World Time Page 22

Select the city for which you want to indicate the time and date.

◆

Checking the time signal reception Page 41

Check the result of the time signal reception.

This watch has a rechargeable cell which is charged

by exposing the dial to light.

Expose the dial to light regularly to charge the watch.

For details of charging, see pages 12 to 19.

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Before using this watch

◆

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.

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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 an authorized service center.

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◆How to use a specially designed crown/push button

Some models are equipped with a specially designed crown and/or push button to

prevent accidental operation.Please refer to the following chart for use.

Screw down crown and screw down push button

Unlock the crown prior to operate your watch.

Unlock Lock

Screw

down

crown

Rotate the crown

counterclockwise

until it releases from

the case.

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.

Screw

down push

button

Rotate the

locking screw

counterclockwise, and

loosen until it stops.

Rotate the locking

screw clockwise,

and tighten firmly.

Before using this watch

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Recessed buttons

Press the button with a narrow-tipped object such

as a wooden toothpick.

Before using this watch

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Table of contents

Features ……………………………………………………………… 10

Component identication ………………………………………… 11

Charging your watch………………………………………………… 12

Using the chronograph……………………………………………… 20

Setting the World Time ……………………………………………… 22

Setting Summer Time ……………………………………………… 26

Notes on the time signal reception ………………………………… 33

Checking the time signal reception………………………………… 41

Receiving the time signal manually (On demand reception) …… 43

Adjusting the time/calendar manually …………………………… 45

Checking and correcting the current reference position ………… 50

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Table of contents

Troubleshooting …………………………………………………… 54

Eco-Drive watch handling precautions …………………………… 60

Water resistance …………………………………………………… 64

Precautionary items and usage limitations ……………………… 66

Specications………………………………………………………… 72

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