Citizen G43 Series User manual

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CONTENTS
1. Features ........................................................................................................... 3
2. Before Using .................................................................................................... 4
3. Setting the Time .............................................................................................. 5
4. Unique Functions of Solar-Powered Watches.............................................. 6
• Insufficient Charge Warning Function
• Time Setting Warning Function
• Overcharge Prevention Function
• Quick Start Function
5. General Reference for Charging Times...................................................... 10
6. Handling Precautions ................................................................................... 11
• Charging Precautions
7. Replacing the Secondary Battery ................................................................ 13
8. Precautions .................................................................................................... 14
9. Specifications................................................................................................. 20
1. Features
This watch is a thin, solar-powered watch that contains a solar cell beneath the dial
that powers the watch by converting light energy into electrical energy.
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2. Before Using
This watch is a solar-powered watch. Before using, charge the watch sufficient-
ly by exposing it to light. In the case the watch has stopped running due to
being insufficiently charged, expose it to sunlight or other intense light to
recharge the watch sufficiently.
This watch uses a secondary battery to store electrical energy. This secondary bat-
tery is a clean energy battery that does not use mercury or any other harmful sub-
stances. Once fully charged, the watch circuit will continue to keep time for about
6 months without additional charging.
<Proper Use of Solar-Powered Watches>
In order to ensure that this watch is used comfortably, try to charge the watch as fre-
quently as possible to prevent it from becoming insufficiently charged and stopping.
There is no risk of overcharging this watch no matter how often it is charged (as a
result of being provided with an overcharge prevention function). It is recommend-
ed to try to recharge this watch at least once a day.
3. Setting the Time
If the crown is of the screw-type, set the time after first loosening the screw by turn-
ing the crown to the left. Once the time has been set, securely retighten the screw
by turning the crown to the right while pushing in after returning to the normal posi-
tion.
(1) Time correction
position
Solar cell
(0) Normal position
Second hand
(1) Pull the crown out to the
time correction position
when the second hand has
reached 0 seconds.
(2) Turn the crown to set the
time.
(3) The watch starts to run
when the crown is firmly
pushed in to the normal
position.

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4. Unique Functions of Solar-Powered Watches
Watch stops
If insufficiently
charged
If charged
If insufficient
charge continues
If the time is set while the watch is
still insufficiently charged
<Time Setting Warning display>
If the watch is sufficiently charged after the
time has been set
Note 1: Irregular two second interval move-
ment will continue if the time is not set.
The Quick Start function is activated
when the watch is exposed to light
and the watch hands begin to move
<Normal time display>
<Insufficient Charge Warning display>
Two second interval
movement
Irregular two
second interval
movement
When this watch becomes insuf-
ficiently charged, the following
warning functions are activated
indicating that the watch is
insufficiently charged.

<Insufficient Charge Warning Function>
The second hand moves at two second intervals to indicate
insufficient charging. Although the watch will continue to
keep time accurately, the watch will end up stopping if
more than about 7 days elapse since the start of two second
interval movement. At this time, recharge the watch by
exposing to light until it returns to normal one second
interval movement.
<Time Setting Warning Function>
Although the watch hands begin to move when the watch
is exposed to light after it has stopped, since the time is
incorrect, the second hand moves irregularly in 2 second
intervals to indicate that the time is incorrect. When this
happens, sufficiently recharge the watch and reset the
time. Irregular two second interval movement will contin-
ue until the time is set.
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Second hand moves at
two second intervals
Irregular two second
interval movement
<Overcharge Prevention Function>
Once the secondary battery becomes fully recharged, the overcharge prevention
function is activated to prevent it from being charged further.
<Quick Start Function>
The watch stops when it becomes completely discharged. The watch hands begin to
move after about 10 seconds when the watch is exposed to light (although the time
until the hands begin to move varies according to the intensity of the light). How-
ever, please note that the watch may stop again since charging will be inadequate if
the light is blocked at this time.
2 seconds 2 seconds
2 seconds 2 seconds

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5. General Reference for Charging Times
Recharging time varies according to the watch model (such as the color of the dial). The
times in the table below should therefore only be used as a rough reference.
* Charging time refers to the amount of time during which the watch is continuously
exposed to light.
Illuminance
(lx)
500
Environment
Inside an ordinary office
Charging time
3 hours
30 minutes 73 hours
From the stopped
state to one second
interval movement
Full charge time
-----
1.000
Under a fluorescent lamp (30 W) at
a distance of 60-70 cm (24-28 in)
1 hour
45 minutes 34 hours -----
3.000 Under a fluorescent lamp (30
W) at a distance of 20 cm (8 in) 35 minutes 12 hours 132 hours
10.000 Outdoors, cloudy 10 minutes 3 hours
30 minutes
37 hours
30 minutes
100.000 Outdoors, summer and sunny
under direct sunlight 4 minutes 35 minutes 13 hours 30 minutes
One day usage
Full charge time: Time to fully recharge the watch after it has stopped.
One day usage: Time required for the watch to run at one second interval movement for one day.
6. Handling Precautions
<Try to Keep the Watch Charged at All Times>
Please note that if you wear long sleeves, the watch can easily become insufficiently
charged as a result of the watch being covered and not being exposed to light. The
watch will continue to run properly if it is placed in as bright a location as possible
even when not being worn.
Charging Precautions
· Allowing the watch to reach high temperatures during recharging can damage the
watch. Avoid recharging in locations that can reach high temperatures (about
60°C /140°F or higher).
Examples: · Charging by placing the watch in close proximity to a light source
that easily becomes hot such as an incandescent lamp or halogen
lamp.
· Charging the watch in a location that can easily become hot such as
on an automobile dashboard

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· When charging using the light from an incandescent lamp, charge while being
careful that the watch does not become excessively hot by placing at a distance of
at least 50 cm (20in) from the lamp.
7.Replacing the Secondary Battery
Unlike ordinary batteries, the secondary battery used in this watch can be repeatedly
charged and discharged and is not required to be periodically replaced.
CAUTION
Never use another battery different from the secondary battery used in this watch.
The watch structure is so designed that a different kind of battery other than that
specified cannot be used to operate it. In case a different kind of battery such as a
silver battery is used by some chance, there is a danger that it will be overcharged to
burst, causing damage to the watch and even to the human body.

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8. Precautions
CAUTION: Water-resistance performance
There are several types of water-resistant watches as
shown in the following table.
The unit "bar" is roughly equal to 1 atmosphere.
* WATER RESIST (ANT) xx bar may also be indicated as
W.R. xx bar.
Minor exposure to water
(washing face, rain, etc.)
Indication
WATER RESIST or no
indication
Dial Case
(Case back)
Specifications
WR 50 or WATER
RESIST 50
WR 100/200 or WATER
RESIST 100/200
WATER
RESIST(ANT)
WATER RESIST(ANT)
5 bar or
WATER RESIST(ANT)
WATER RESIST(ANT)
10 bar/20 bar or WATER
RESIST(ANT)
Water-resistant to
3 atmospheres
Water-resistant to
5 atmospheres
Water-resistant to
10/20 atmospheres OK
OK
OK
For correct use within the design limits of the watch, confirm the level of water-
resistance of your watch, as indicated on the dial and case, and consult the table.
Examples of use
OK
OK
NO
Moderate exposure to
water (washing, kitchen
work, swimming, etc.)
OK
NO
NO
Marine sports (skin
diving)
NO
NO
NO
Scuba diving (with air
tank)
NO
NO
NO
Operation of the crown
with moisture visible

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• Water-resistance for daily use (to 3 atmospheres): This type of watch is water-
resistant to minor exposure to water. For example, you may wear the watch while
washing your face; however, it is not designed for use underwater.
• Upgraded water-resistance for daily use (to 5 atmospheres): This type of watch is
water-resistant to moderate exposure to water. You may wear the watch while
swimming; however, it is not designed for use while skin diving.
• Upgraded water-resistance for daily use (to 10/20 atmospheres): This type of
watch may be used for skin diving; however, it is not designed for scuba or satu-
rated diving using helium gas.
CAUTION:
• Be sure to use the watch with the crown pressed in (normal position). If your
watch has a screw-type crown, be sure to tighten the crown completely.
• Do NOT operate the crown with wet fingers or when the watch is wet. Water may
enter the watch and compromise water-resistance.
• If the watch is used in seawater, rinse with fresh water afterward and wipe with a
dry cloth.
• If moisture has entered the watch, or if the inside of the crystal is fogged up and
does not become clear within a day, immediately take the watch to your dealer or
Citizen Service Center for repair. Leaving the watch in such a state will allow cor-
rosion to form inside.
• If seawater enters the watch, place the watch in a box or plastic bag and immedi-
ately take it in for repair. Otherwise, pressure inside the watch will increase, and
parts (crystal, crown, buttons, etc.) may come off.
CAUTION: Keep your watch clean.
• Leaving dust and dirt deposited between the case and crown may result in difficul-
ty in pulling the crown out. Rotate the crown while in its normal position from
time to time to loosen dust and dirt and then brush it off.
• Dust and dirt tend to be deposited in gaps in the back of the case or band. Deposit-
ed dust and dirt may cause corrosion and soil your clothing. Clean the watch occa-
sionally.
Cleaning the Watch
• Use a soft cloth to wipe off dirt, perspiration and water from the case and crystal.
• Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe off perspiration and dirt from the leather band.
• To clean a metal, plastic, or rubber watchband, wash away dirt with water. Use a
soft brush to remove dust and dirt jammed in the gaps in the metal band.
NOTE: Avoid using solvents (thinner, benzine, etc.), as they may mar the finish.

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Timekeeping may become inaccurate if the watch is exposed to strong static elec-
tricity, such as is emitted from a TV screen.
• Do NOT subject the watch to a strong shock such as dropping it onto a hard floor.
• Avoid using the watch in an environment where it may be exposed to chemicals or
corrosive gases.
If solvents, such as thinner and benzine, or substances containing such solvents
come in contact with the watch, discoloration, melting, cracking, etc. may result. If
the watch comes in contact with mercury used in thermometers, the case, band or
other parts may become discolored.
Periodical inspections
Your watch requires inspection once every two or three years for safety and long
use.
To keep your watch water resistant, the packing needs to be replaced regularly.
Other parts are required to be inspected and replaced as necessary.
Ask for Citizen geuine parts during replacement.
CAUTION: Operating environment
• Use the watch within the operating temperature range specified in the instruction
manual.
Using the watch where temperatures are outside the specified range may result in
deterioration of functions or even stoppage of the watch.
• Do NOT use the watch in places where it is exposed to high temperature, such as
in a sauna.
Doing so may result in a burn.
• Do NOT leave the watch in a place where it is exposed to high temperature, such
as the glove compartment or dash-board of a car.
Doing so may result in deterioration of the watch, such as deformation of plastic
parts.
• Do NOT place the watch close to a magnet.
Timekeeping will become inaccurate if you place the watch close to magnetic
health equipment such as a magnetic necklace, a magnetic latch of a refrigerator
door,handbag clasp or the earphone of a mobile phone. If this has occurred, move
the watch away from the magnet and reset the time.
• Do NOT place the watch close to household appliances that generate static elec-
tricity.

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9. Specifications
• Cal. No.: G43*
• Type: Thin analog solar-powered watch
• Accuracy: Within ±15 seconds per month on average (when worn at normal tem-
peratures: +5°C to +35°C / 41°F to 95°F)
• Operating temperature range:
- 10°C to +60°C / 14°F to 140°F
• Display functions: Time: hours, minutes, seconds
• Additional functions:
Insufficient charge warning function
Time setting warning function
Quick start function
Overcharge prevention function
• Continuous operating times:
From fully charged to stop: Approx. 6 months
From two second interval movement to stop: Approx. 7 days
• Battery: Secondary battery
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.