iwc AQUATIMER DEEP THREE User manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
使用说明
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IWE01442/08.14/0.25
REF. 3557
REFERENCE 3557
AQUATIMER
DEEP THREE

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
English
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使用说明
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使用說明
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日本語
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Русский
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Українська

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Welcome to the small circle of individuals who, if we are to be
absolutely precise, demand slightly more of a watch than absolute precision. Appre-
ciation of a watch is more than mere appreciation of the correct time. It is enthusiasm
for an ingenious idea. For the interplay between precision and imagination. Between
time and timelessness. Between boundaries and infinity. Between laws to which the
entire world is subject, and taste, which cannot be dictated to anyone. That is why,
since 1868, we have been devoting rather more of our time to watches that must not
only run with absolute precision but which also, with every passing second, exert a fas-
cination with the great achievements of master craftsmanship: a fascination with new
inventions of a technical, material or formal nature, even if they are concealed in minute
details that are perhaps not even visible. You are now the owner of a beautiful new
example of this IWC tradition. We would like to congratulate you on your choice and
send you our best wishes for the time you will spend with your watch, which perhaps
cannot be described with any greater accuracy than it is here.
IWC MANAGEMENT

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THE TECHNICAL REFINEMENTS OF THE
AQUATIMER DEEP THREE
Your IWC watch shows you the time in hours, minutes and seconds, as well as the
date, current dive depth and maximum depth achieved during your dive. The water
pressure (and thus dive depth) is measured by a pressure converter and transmitted
to the indicators, which show current dive depth and maximum dive depth down
to 50 metres. The depth gauge can be reset to zero using the adjustment crown to
correct fluctuations in atmospheric pressure. The dive time is read off on the internal
rotating bezel, which for safety reasons can only be turned anticlockwise. Your watch
is water-resistant 10 bar and protected by a sapphire glass of hardness grade 9 on
Mohs’ scale. The mechanical movement with automatic winding has a power reserve
of approximately 42 hours when fully wound. To ensure that this extraordinary watch
continues to perform faultlessly in the future, it is essential to observe a few important
operating instructions.

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1Hour hand
2Minute hand
3Seconds hand
4Date display
5External rotating bezel
6Internal rotating bezel
7Dive depth scale in metres
Depth indicator (blue) 8
Maximum depth indicator (red) 9
Screw-in crown 10
Adjustment crown with 11
integrated pressure converter
Reset push-button 12
Scale showing maximum 13
depth (MAX. DEPTH)

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FUNCTIONS OF THE CROWN
X — Normal position (screwed in)
0 — Winding position
1 — Date setting
2 — Time setting
NORMAL POSITION
This watch has a screw-in crown. Screwing the crown in to its normal position (X)
prevents the inadvertent adjustment of the time or date and also acts as a double
seal to prevent water from seeping into the case. To release the crown, unscrew it by
turning it to the left, where it automatically assumes position 0, the winding position.
By depressing the crown into position X and turning it to the right at the same time, it
is screwed down firmly again and secured.
Important: Although the watch is water-resistant in positions 0, 1 and 2, the crown
should always be screwed in again for normal use (position X). The crown must not be
moved or used for any purpose whatsoever while under water.
X 0 1 2

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WINDING POSITION
With the crown in the winding position (0), you can also wind the automatic movement
by hand. A few revolutions of the crown are enough to start the movement. However, it
is better to wind the watch by turning the crown through approximately 20 revolutions
as this will ensure maximum accuracy. The crown must always be in position X when
you are wearing your watch.
DATE SETTING
If a month has fewer than 31 days, you will need to set the date manually to the first
day of the following month. Release the screw-in crown and pull it out to position 1.
You can now set the date by turning the crown to the left (direct advance). You should
not use the rapid-advance function between 8 p.m. and 2 a.m. because the move-
ment automatically advances the date during this period.
TIME SETTING
Pull out the crown to position 2. This will stop the movement. To set the time accurate-
ly to the second, it is best to stop the movement as the seconds hand passes 60. Now
move the minute hand a few minute strokes beyond the time to be set. Then position
the minute hand by moving it gently backwards until it is exactly above the correct
minute stroke. This ensures that the minute hand begins to move immediately when
you restart the movement. To start the seconds hand, push in the crown to position 0.
When setting the time, please be aware of the date change, which always takes place
at 12 midnight. If this change has already taken place at 12 noon, you must move the
hands forwards by 12 hours.

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Important: Although the watch is water-resistant in positions 0, 1 and 2, the crown
should always be screwed in again for normal use (position X).
READING THE TIME IN THE DARK
The dial, the hour and minute hands, the marking on the internal rotating bezel, as
well as the dive depth scale of your watch have luminescent elements that allow you
to read the time effortlessly even in total darkness. The two luminescent elements at
12 o’clock serve as a reference point.
MARKING THE START OF A DIVE
The triangle on the internal rotating bezel can be aligned with the minute hand by turning
the external rotating bezel. The desired point in time (for example the time of entering the
water at the start of the dive) can be set in this way. You can read off the elapsed time
(for example the duration of the dive) on the internal rotating bezel. For safety reasons,
the internal rotating bezel can only be rotated in an anticlockwise direction. The rotating
bezel is indexed audibly and perceptibly in one-minute steps, and it is also legible in the
dark thanks to the luminescent markings.

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DEPTH GAUGE OF THE AQUATIMER DEEP THREE
If you are planning to use the watch to track your dive time and depth, you
should be a certified open water diver and have the water-resistance and depth
gauge checked regularly by an IWC service centre. To ensure that your watch
continues to function perfectly, you should have it checked by an IWC service centre
at least once a year.
Under no circumstances should you use the watch and its entirely mechanical depth
gauge to replace a conventional, and in some cases mandatory, dive computer or
other dive log equipment. The watch and its entirely mechanical depth gauge are
intended solely for use as an auxiliary instrument for measuring dive time and depth.
We recommend that you compare the results shown by the watch with the informa-
tion provided by your dive computer to get a feel for the watch’s accuracy. If you are
forced to rely on your watch and its entirely mechanical depth gauge in an emergency
(malfunction of your dive computer or other scuba equipment), you must take into ac-
count the inaccuracies that may arise as a result of mechanical and physical factors.
Only depths of up to 50 metres are indicated (13). The depth gauge is mechanically
disengaged at depths below this limit in order to avoid damage.
IMPORTANT NOTE BEFORE DIVING
Please read the “Depth gauge of the Aquatimer Deep Three” section on this page. The
watch must always be checked visually before a dive. If there is any obvious damage,
condensation on the glass, water in the case, or other signs of malfunction, the watch
must not be used to keep track of dive time or depth and should be taken to an IWC
service centre for checking.

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FUNCTION OF THE DEPTH GAUGE
When diving, the blue depth indicator (8) shows the current depth, which can be
read off on the dive depth scale (7). The red maximum depth indicator (9) moves in
sync with the depth indicator during the descent. During ascent, the maximum depth
indicator continues to show the maximum depth achieved while the depth indicator
moves back towards zero as depth decreases.
The maximum depth indicator can be reset by pushing the reset push-button (12).
To avoid damage, the depth gauge is mechanically disengaged below depths of
approximately 50 metres. Depths beyond this limit are no longer indicated (13).
ADJUSTING THE DEPTH GAUGE
The depth gauge can be set to zero to correct
fluctuations in atmospheric pressure by turning the
adjustment crown (11). This correction should be
made before every dive. To adjust the watch as pre-
cisely as possible, proceed as follows: First set the
depth gauge to a value below zero (for example
–2 metres). Then reset the maximum depth indica-
tor (press the reset push-button (12)). By turning the
adjustment crown (11), the depth gauge can now be
set to zero.

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INACCURACY IN THE DEPTH GAUGE
Excess pressure in bar
Tolerance range
Display in m
0
10
20
30
40
50
0123
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CAUTION
Scuba products are subject to conditions of extreme wear and corrosion. Regular in-
spection and maintenance are required to ensure continued performance. For regular
scuba use, IWC recommends that you have your watch inspected at least once a year
by your authorized IWC Official Agent. Scuba-diving is an inherently dangerous sport
and involves serious risks of injury or death. Scuba-diving should only be performed
by individuals in good health and with the appropriate skills and training. You must
follow all safety precautions and must be certified for diving. Even when following safe
procedures, decompression sickness or other injuries may still occur. You must follow
all operating instructions for use of the diver’s watch. You are responsible for your
safety. Do not exceed recommended or stated forces, depths, or other factors regard-
ing safe use of the watch. Read and follow all warning labels, manuals, instructions,
safety training or experience requirements for all dives. Check the watch before each
use. Be extremely careful and cautious. Review emergency procedures. Please also
consult the “IWC International Guarantee”. IWC does not assume or accept liability
for damages unrelated to its product and no responsibility is assumed for any special,
indirect, punitive, incidental or consequential damage or losses for diving activities
(even if IWC has been advised of the possibility of such damages). You accept the
risks inherent in diving.

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CHANGING BETWEEN DIFFERENT TYPES OF
BRACELET OR STRAP
1
Your Aquatimer Deep Three comes with a patented IWC bracelet
quick-change system that enables you to change the bracelet or
strap quickly and simply, without the use of tools. To remove the
bracelet or strap, use your thumbnail to firmly push the retaining
lever (1) located on the underside of the horns outwards.
Tilt the bracelet or strap inwards (2) and move it upwards away
from the case (3).
4To attach the bracelet or strap, hook the notch of the horns from
above into the spring pin of the case (4).
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5
Now return the bracelet or strap to its original position (5) while
simultaneously pressing it down into the horns to snap it into
place (6).
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3

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Once you have heard and felt that the bracelet or strap has clicked into place, you can
be sure that the bracelet or strap is safely secured.
When using the rubber strap, please be aware that the strap with the buckle should
be attached to the 12 o’clock position on the case.
After changing the strap, please ensure that it is securely at-
tached by pulling both sides up (7) and down (8) firmly.
INFORMATION ABOUT MAGNETIC FIELDS
As a result of the ever greater prevalence in recent years of very strong magnets
made from rare-earth alloys (for example neodymium-iron-boron) – these are found
in objects such as loudspeakers, jewellery and fasteners on mobile-phone cases and
handbags – mechanical watches are increasingly likely to come into contact with
such magnets and be magnetized. This can lead to the watch rate being permanently
affected, a problem that can only be resolved by a process of demagnetization car-
ried out by a specialist. We recommend that you keep your watch away from such
magnets.
Watches with a soft-iron inner case provide a higher level of protection against mag-
netic fields and far exceed the requirements of DIN standard 8309. Nevertheless, it is
still possible for the watch movement to be magnetized in the close proximity of very
strong magnets. We therefore recommend that watches with a soft-iron inner case
also be kept away from direct contact with strong magnets.
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Should there be a sudden change in the precision of your timepiece, please contact
an authorized IWC Official Agent to have your watch checked for magnetism.
WATER-RESISTANCE
The water-resistance of IWC watches is stated in bar and not in metres. Metres, which
are often used elsewhere in the watch industry to indicate water-resistance, cannot
be equated with dive depth because of the test procedures that are frequently used.
Water-resistance shown in metres provides no indication as to actual use of the watch
in the presence of moisture and wetness, and in or under water. Recommendations for
use in connection with the water-resistance of your watch can be found on the Inter-
net at www.iwc.com/water-resistance. Your authorized IWC Official Agent will also be
pleased to provide you with information.
To ensure that your watch continues to function perfectly, you should have it checked
by an IWC service centre at least once a year. Your watch should also be tested after
exposure to unusually harsh conditions. If the tests are not carried out as stipulated,
or if the watch is opened by unauthorized persons, IWC will accept no warranty or
liability claims.
Recommendation: Your authorized IWC Official Agent must carry out a water-resist-
ance test whenever your IWC watch is opened and serviced.

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CLEANING THE WATCH AFTER DIVING
After diving – and especially after diving in seawater – you should rinse your watch
under running tap water. This will prevent salt incrustation on the case, bracelet or
strap and clasp or buckle. You should also clean the wet area of the SafeDive system
by rinsing water through the holes on the protective bow on the right-hand side of the
case. Also ensure that you clean the pressure converter on the left-hand side of the
case thoroughly.
NOTE
If your watch has a strap made of leather, textile or rubber with a leather or textile
inlay, make sure that the high-quality strap does not come into contact with water,
oily substances, solvents, cleaning agents or cosmetic products. This way you can
prevent discoloration and premature ageing of the material.
SERVICING YOUR AQUATIMER DEEP THREE
Although the parts in this watch are all manufactured from top-quality materials, a
number of components are subject to natural wear and tear. It is particularly important
to ensure that the points at which wear occurs are always well lubricated and that oil
contaminated by metal abrasion is regularly removed. For this reason, we recommend
that you have your watch serviced approximately every 5 years. Please contact an
authorized IWC Official Agent or send your watch directly to the IWC Customer Ser-
vice Department in Schaffhausen.

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Effective from August 2014.
Technical specifications subject to change.
CASE MATERIALS
CASE MATERIAL SCRATCH-RESISTANCE BREAKING STRENGTH WEIGHT
STAINLESS STEEL low
● ● ● ● ●
high low
● ● ● ● ●
high low
● ● ● ● ●
high
BRONZE low
● ● ● ● ●
high low
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high low
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high
RED GOLD/
WHITE GOLD low
● ● ● ● ●
high low
● ● ● ● ●
high low
● ● ● ● ●
high
PLATINUM low
● ● ● ● ●
high low
● ● ● ● ●
high low
● ● ● ● ●
high
TITANIUM low
● ● ● ● ●
high low
● ● ● ● ●
high low
● ● ● ● ●
high
TITANIUM ALUMINIDE low
● ● ● ● ●
high low
● ● ● ● ●
high low
● ● ● ● ●
high
CERAMIC
(ZIRCONIUM OXIDE) low
● ● ● ● ●
high low
● ● ● ● ●
high low
● ● ● ● ●
high
CARBON low
● ● ● ● ●
high low
● ● ● ● ●
high low
● ● ● ● ●
high
FURTHER INFORMATION AT WWW.IWC.COM/CASE-MATERIALS