Citizen Avion Blue 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.

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 22 to

35) 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

■ 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.

Before using this watch

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

•CheckingwhetherthesecondhandmovesnormallyWhen the second hand moves once every two seconds, charge your watch. (see

page 9)

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 8to 11.

Before using this watch

BandadjustmentWe 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stickersBe 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.

Howtouseaspeciallydesignedcrown/buttonSome models are equipped with a specially designed crown and/or push button to

prevent accidental operation.

Before using this watch

Screw down crown/button

Unlock the crown/button prior to operate your watch.

UnlockLockScrewdowncrownRotate 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buttonRotate the locking screw

counterclockwise, and

loosen until it stops.

Rotate the locking screw

clockwise, and tighten

firmly.

Recessed buttons

Press the button with a non-marring narrow-tipped

object such as a wooden toothpick.

•Metalobjectsmaycausemarringorscratchingofthe button.

Table of contents
Componentidentification........7
Chargingyourwatch................8
Adjustingthetime...............12
Adjustingthecalendar..........14
Usingthechronograph.........16
Troubleshooting...................20 Eco-Drive(solarpowered)watchhandlingprecautions.........22
Waterresistance...................26
Precautionaryitemsandusagelimitations...............29
Specifications.......................36
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