Citizen E87 User 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 50 to 59) 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 two must be carried out before using the watch:
◆Checking the power reserve →Page20
For optimal performance, ensure your watch is fully charged prior to use.
◆Setting the time and calendar →Page24, 26
Set the correct time and calendar.
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 18 to 23.

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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.
◆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.

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Before using this watch
◆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.
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.

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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
Reading this watch …………………………………………………………… 12
Switching modes (indication) ………………………………………………… 16
Charging your watch…………………………………………………………… 18
Adjusting the time …………………………………………………………… 24
Adjusting the calendar ………………………………………………………… 26
Setting the Alarm time ………………………………………………………… 32
Adjusting the local time ……………………………………………………… 37
Check and correct the current reference position …………………………… 39

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Table of contents
Troubleshooting ……………………………………………………………… 44
Eco-Drive (solar powered) watch handling precautions …………………… 50
Water resistance ……………………………………………………………… 52
Precautionary items and usage limitations ………………………………… 54
Warranty and service ………………………………………………………… 60
Specications…………………………………………………………………… 62
Customer support center ……………………………………………………… 64

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Features
• “Eco-Drive” is Citizen’s proprietary technology.
"Eco-Drive"
Never needs a new battery. This
watch is fueled by light.
Local time
A function that can be used to set the
time for another region separately
from the current time.
Local time can be adjusted as a time
difference in units of hours.
Alarm
An alarm sounds when the set
time is reached.
"Perpetual calendar"
No need for date correction at the
end of each month.
The leap year is also updated
automatically.

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Component identification
• The illustrations in this instruction manual may differ from the actual appearance of your watch.
• A solar cell is located under the dial.
Minute hand
Function hand (day
indicator / year
indicator / alarm (ON /
OFF) indicator)
Upper right button Ⓑ
Crown
Lower right button Ⓐ
Date indicator
24-hour hand
Hour hand
Second hand
(month indicator)
Mode hand

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◆Time (TME) mode
Reading this watch
Each hand functions differently depending on modes.
Minute hand
Day of the week
Upper right button Ⓑ
Lower right button Ⓐ
Date indicator
24-hour hand
Hour hand
Second hand
TME

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◆Calendar (CAL) mode
Minute hand
Year indicator
(the number of years
passed from the leap year)
Upper right button Ⓑ
Lower right button Ⓐ
Date indicator
24-hour hand
Hour hand
Month indicator
CAL
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◆Alarm (ALM) mode
Second hand
Alarm
(ON / OFF) indicator
Upper right button Ⓑ
Lower right button Ⓐ
Date indicator
24-hour hand
Hour hand
Minute hand
ALM
Reading this watch

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◆Local time (L-TM) mode
Second hand
(local time)
Day of the week
Upper right button Ⓑ
Lower right button Ⓐ
Date indicator
Local time
24-hour hand
Local time
hour hand
Second hand
L-TM
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Switching modes (indication)
This watch has four modes, which are Time (TME) mode, Calendar (CAL) mode, Alarm (ALM)
mode, and Local time (L-TM) mode.
To switch the mode, pull the crown out to position 1 and then rotate the crown.
Check the mode hand for the current mode.
1. Pull the crown out to position 1.
The second hand moves to the 30-second position.
2. Rotate the crown to switch the mode.
3. Push the crown in to position 0to finish the setting.
Be careful not to pull the crown out too much when switching mode.

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• If the crown is pulled out to position 2, the second hand stops and the watch will not be
able to indicate the right time.
• If the crown is pulled out to position 2 in any mode, time and calendar that have been set
will be changed.
• Rotate the crown until the mode hand indicates the center of the indication of the desired
mode.
• After mode is switched, be sure to push the crown to position 0 . If the crown is kept
being pulled out, parts of the watch may be broken and the waterproof function may be
degraded.
Switching modes (indication)
[Mode / Indication]
TME
Time mode
L-TM
Local time mode
CAL
Calendar mode
ALM
Alarm mode

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This watch has a rechargeable cell which is charged by exposing the dial to light, such as direct
sunlight or fluorescent lamps.
After taking off the watch, put it in a location where the dial is exposed to bright light, such as by
a window.
The watch can be charged effectively when the dial is
exposed to sunlight as shown in the figure.
For optimal performance, be sure to:
• Charge the watch by exposing it to direct sunlight for
five to six hours at least once every two weeks.
• Avoid leaving the watch in a dark place for long
periods of time.
Charging your watch

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Charging your watch
• If the watch is obscured from light by long sleeves frequently, supplemental charging
may be needed to ensure continual operation.
• Do not charge the watch at a high temperature (about 60°C or higher).