Christopher Ward C3 MALVERN User manual

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Time on your side...
Your Christopher Ward watch has been designed and engineered by highly talented craftspeople to
ensure not only accurate and precise timekeeping but also to bring a real pride of ownership that
only luxury items of the highest quality can ever hope to deliver.
You have made an investment, a good one, and the aim of this handbook is to help you make the
most of that investment during what I hope will be a lifetime of ownership.
Christopher Ward

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Should you need a replacement part - don’t worry, we keep stocks of spare parts for years, even for
discontinued models. It’s all part of the Christopher Ward service.
Finally, don’t forget our famous 60:60 Guarantee allows you to return your watch absolutely free,
for any reason, and with no quibbles, for up to 60 days after purchase and we also guarantee your
movement for up to 60 months.
After all, why shouldn’t you enjoy peace of mind as much as you enjoy your watch?
Caring for your Christopher Ward quartz watch
Your C3 Malvern Chronograph is constructed from the finest components and materials available
including one of Switzerland’s finest quartz movements.
As with all watches of this quality, with just a little care, it has the potential to become an heirloom
piece giving further joy to future generations.
Here are a few hints to help keep your watch working perfectly over the years:
• Althoughthebatteryinyourwatchmaylastlonger,werecommendyouhaveitchangedevery
2/3 years by a reputable watch repairer.
• Atthesametimeashavingthebatterychangeditmakessensetohavethewatchrepairerclean
and lubricate your watch as necessary.
• Makesurethecrownisscreweddownfullybeforeputtingthewatchintowater.Adhereto
the water resistance ratings towards the end of the handbook to prevent water getting to the
movement which could result in a very costly repair or the need for a replacement movement.
• Yourwatchisshockresistanttominorimpactsbutdroppingfromheightontoahardsurface
may damage the movement.
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The C3 Malvern Chronograph
Features
13 jewel Swiss quartz movement
Multi-function chronograph
Date indicator
Convex sapphire crystal glass with ant-reflective
coating
Water resistant to 5 atm
Adjustable quick-release butterfly clasp
Screw-in crown
Screw-down case with unique serial number
Sunken chronographic dials with split
minutes / seconds / 1/10 seconds
Luminous indexed quarter marking and hands
Technical Data
Diameter: 40mm
Height: 10.3mm
Weight: 80g - 140g
Case: 316L Stainless steel
Calibre: Ronda 5040.D
Battery type: 395 (9.5mm x 2.6mm / SR 927 SW)
Accuracy: +20 / -10 seconds per month
Magnetic 18.8 Oe
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Display elements
Second hand
Minute hand
Hour hand
Centre stop-second
Minute counter
1⁄10 second counter
(hour counter after 30 minutes)
Date
Control buttons
Push-button A
Crown
Push-button B
Description of the display and control buttons Second hand Setting the time
For a superior water resistance your crown is of the
screw-in type. To get to position turn the crown
anti-clockwise until it releases itself.
Pull out the crown to position (the watch
stops).
Turn the crown until you reach the correct
time e.g. 08.45 hr.
Push the crown back into position and
screw the crown in a clockwise direction in order
to maintain water resistance. The crown should
sit flush to the case.
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Setting the date (quick mode)
Pull out the crown to position (the watch
continues to run).
Turn the crown clockwise until the correct
date appears.
Pull the crown to position
Push the crown back into position until flush
with the case and screw in.
Please note:
The date can not be changed during the date changing phase
between 21.00 hr and 02.00 hr as the watch gearing will already
be aligning itself to change the date.
The crown should always be screwed in after adjustment, and
it is best to do so from position 3 to avoid advancing beyond
the desired date.
Crown
Date
Setting the date/time
Example:
Date / time on the watch: 17th / 01.25 hr
Present date / time: 4th / 20.30 hr
Pull out the crown to position (the watch
continues to run).
Turn the crown clockwise until yesterday’s date
appears ie. 3rd.
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Pull out the crown to position (the watch
stops).
Turn the crown clockwise until the correct date
ie. 4th appears (after passing through midnight).
Continue to turn the crown until the correct
time 20.30 hr appears.
Push the crown back into position until
flush with the case and screw in.
Second hand Chronograph:
The minute counter measures 30 minutes per rotation.
The centre stop-second measures 60 seconds per rotation.
The 1⁄10 second counter measures 1 second per rotation. After 30 minutes this counter
works as an hour counter. The hour counter measures 10 hours per rotation.
Display elements
Centre stop-second
Minute counter
1⁄10 second counter
(hour counter after 30 minutes)
Control buttons
Push-button A
(Start / Stop)
Push-button B
(Reset)
Please note:
Before using the chronograph functions, please ensure that:
The crown is in position (screwed in).
The 3 chronograph hands are at zero position following activation of
push-button B.
Should this not be the case, the positions of the hands must be adjusted (see the chapter
entitled ‘Adjusting the chronograph hands to zero position’).
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Chronograph:
Basic function
(Start / Stop / Reset)
Example:
Start: Press push-button A.
Stop: to stop the timing, press push-button A
once more and read the 3 chronograph
counters: 4 min / 38 sec / 7⁄10 sec.
Zero positioning:
Press push-button B.
(The 3 chronograph hands will be reset to
their zero positions).
Example of use:
Timing a runner over 100m.
Push-button A
Push-button B
Chronograph:
Accumulated timing
Example:
Start: (start timing).
Stop: (e.g. 15 min 5 sec following ).
Restart: (timing is resumed).
Stop: (e.g. 13 min 5 sec following )
= 28 min 10 sec
(the accumulated measured time is shown)
Reset:
The 3 chronograph hands are returned to
their zero positions.
Repeat: as necessary.
Example of use:
Overall time to complete a journey less the coffee
breaks.
Push-button A
Push-button B
1/10 second counter
1/10 second counter
Minute counter
Minute counter
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Chronograph:
Intermediate or interval timing
Example:
Start: (start timing).
Display interval:
e.g. 10 minutes 10 seconds (timing continues
in the background).
Making up the measured time:
(the 3 chronograph hands are quickly
advanced to the ongoing measured time).
* Stop: (final time is displayed).
Reset:
The 3 chronograph hands are returned to
their zero positions.
Please note:
* Following , further intervals or intermediates
can be displayed by pressing push-button B.
Example of use: 4 x 100m relay.
Push-button A
*
Push-button B
Adjusting the chronograph
hands to zero position
Example:
One or several chronograph hands are not in
their correct zero positions and have to be
adjusted (e.g. following a battery change).
Pull out the crown to position (all three
chronograph hands are in their correct or
incorrect zero position).
Keep push-buttons A and B depressed
simultaneously for at least 2 seconds
(the centre stop-second rotates by
360° corrective mode is activated).
Push-button A
Push-button B
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1/10 second counter
Minute counter
1/10 second counter
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Adjusting the centre stop second
Single step A 1 x short
Continuous A long
When correct press button B to set.
Corrective mode for the 1/10 second counter
is now activated.
Adjusting the 1⁄10 second counter hand
(position 6h)
Single step A 1 x short
Continuous A long
When correct press button B to set. Corrective
mode for the minute counter is now activated.
Adjusting the minute counter (position 9h)
Single step A 1 x short
Continuous A long
Return the crown to position (flush with the
case).
Termination of the chronograph hands
adjustment can be carried out at any time.
A
B
Fitting the bracelet
If you find the bracelet needs adjusting to your wrist we recommend you have it re-sized by a
reputable watch repairer or jeweller. Most local jewellers will either do this for free or perhaps make
a nominal charge for what is a job that should only take a few minutes. It is always best to be
present so a comfortable fit is achieved.
Establishing the length of the bracelet
Place the watch with its separated bracelet on your wrist and estimate the number of links you need
to remove. If you need to remove several links, try to keep the numbers removed from both halves
of the bracelet as equal as possible to ensure that the clasp remains roughly in the middle of your wrist.
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To open your bracelet simply press either side of
the clasp to release as shown.
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The quick-release butterfly clasp
The strap versions of the C3 Malvern Chronograph use quick-release butterfly clasps. If you are
unfamiliar with the butterfly clasp system just follow our 8 step guide below.
Step 1 Locate the clasp Step 2 Click quick-release Step 3 Pull open clasp Step 4 Prise cover open
Step 5 Thread strap through Step 6 Snap back Step 7 Close clasp Step 8 Complete
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Water resistance
Please note. these are only guidelines
but we strongly urge you to adhere
to them to retain the integrity of
your watch. If you have any queries
regarding this please contact us
direct.
NB. To safeguard watch movement
please ensure the crown is, at all times,
screwed in correctly.
1 ATM (10 Metres)
Safe to wear your watch
while washing your
hands with tap water.
3 ATM (30 Metres)
Washing your car and or
general hosepipe usage.
5 ATM (50 Metres)
Water resistant to
most household
shower units.
10 ATM (100 Metres)
Safe to use while
snorkelling in open
water, it is not advisable
to dive with your watch.
30 ATM (300 Metres)
Ideal for experienced
divers and, in general,
anybody practising
scuba-diving.
50 ATM (500 Metres)
Professional divers,
experienced prolonged
exposure underwater.

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Keeping in touch with Christopher Ward...
From small beginnings just a few short years ago (our first workshop was actually a refurbished
chicken shed!), Christopher Ward has won a worldwide following for his eponymous watch brand
and can justifiably claim to manufacture the most affordable luxury watches in the world.
For many, the philosophy behind the brand, trying to put luxury watches within the reach of
everyone, is as attractive as the watches themselves as is the very open approach of the business
which means that Chris and the team spend a lot of time communicating personally with our
customers - many of whom have become friends.
As the owner of a Christopher Ward watch, if ever you need to get hold of us we are at your service.
We have listed some useful contact details on the back cover.
There is also always something new going on at our website at www.christopherward.co.uk
and, if you haven’t already discovered the independent forum dedicated to our brand at
www.christopherwardforum.com we would recommend a visit. Informative and fun, it’s a great
place to hear the unexpurgated view of Christopher Ward of London!