Citizen Eco-Drive B6 Series User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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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.
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.
Be sure to visit the Citizen website at http://www.citizenwatch-global.com/ .
Here you will find a variety of information such as electronic setting guides,
answers to frequently asked questions, Eco-Drive recharging information and
more.
Engraving position example
The engraving position may
differ depending on watch
model.

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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 24 to 37 ) 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.

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■ Important instructions are categorized and depicted in this manual as follows:
(Following symbols are examples of Pictograms.)
Warning (caution) symbol followed by prohibited matters.
Warning (caution) symbol followed by instructions that should be
followed or precautions that should be observed.
Safety precautions

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PROHIBITED Do not use this watch while diving when...
• Do not use your watch while diving when the watch stops or exhibits any abnormal operation.
CAUTION Diving with the watch
• Persons using the diver’s watch are strongly recommended to receive proper instruction and
training pertaining to diving and observe those rules at all times.
• Please use this watch properly only after you fully understand the operating procedures and
cautions.
Using this watch other than as indicated in this instruction manual may result in failure of the
watch to function properly.
• Check the water-resistant indications on the watch face or the case back. Never dive beyond
the indicated depth.
Precautions to be taken when diving
Safety precautions

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CAUTION Before diving
• Check items below before diving
- Check to see if the watch is sufficiently charged and the insufficient charge warning (2-second
interval movement) is not activated.
- Make sure that the watch is running correctly (check the movements of the time/calendar/
second hand)
- Check to see if the crown is properly pushed in and the screw down push button is securely
locked.
- Make sure that the band is firmly anchored to the watch body.
- Make sure that there are no cracks or other damage to the watch band or the glass face.
- Make sure that the register ring rotates properly.
CAUTION During diving
• Do not push any push buttons or pull out the crown in the water. Operating any of them in
water may cause trouble including deterioration of water resistance.
• Be careful not to hit the watch against hard objects such as equipment or rocks.
CAUTION After diving
• Check too see if the crown is pushed in and the screw down push button is locked before
removing the sea water, dirt, and sand attached to the watch with fresh water. Then, wipe the
fresh water.
Safety precautions

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Contents
Features ..............................................
7
Before using this watch .................................
8
Component identification ..............................
11
Charging your watch ...................................
12
Setting the time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16
Setting the date.......................................
17
Using the Chronograph.................................
18
Using the rotating bezel................................
22
Eco-Drive watch handling precautions....................
24
Water resistance ......................................
28
Precautionary items and usage limitations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30
Specifications.........................................
38

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■Water-resistant to 200m
• This watch is a scuba diver’s watch (water-resistant to 200m). You can use it
for scuba diving with air tanks, but must not be used in a helium-enriched
atmosphere (e.g. saturation diving).
■Eco-Drive
• No need for periodical changing of rechargeable cells. The watch is charged by
light.
■Chronograph
• Measures the elapsed time up to 60 minutes.
Features

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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.
Before using this watch

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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 an authorized service center.
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.