Orient DB 46A User manual

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MECHANICAL WATCHES
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Thank you for choosing our product. To ensure prolonged use and optimum
performance, please read this instruction manual carefully and familiarize
your-self with the terms of the guarantee.
Please keep this Instruction Manual handy for future reference.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Make absolutely sure to observe the demarcated contents indicated below to
prevent any possible physical danger and property damage to you as well as
other people concerned.
... A demarcation with this symbol represents the contents
assuming possibility for death or serious injury
when the product is used in any manner different from
given instructions.
... A demarcation with this symbol represents the contents
assuming possibility of causing human injury or
material damage only when a product is used in any
manner different from given instructions.
WARNING
!
CAUTION
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IN HANDLING THE WATCH
(1) Water-resistance
Conditions
of use
Type
Exposure to
small amounts
of water
(facewashing,
rain, etc.)
Water sports
(swimming, etc.),
frequent contact
with water (car-
washing, etc.)
Skin diving
(air tanks are
not used)
Scuba diving
(air tanks are
used)
Underwater
operation of
crown and
operation of
crown with
drops of water
on it
Non water
resistant
Watch without
WATER
RESISTANT on
back cover of
watchcase.
×××××
Water
resistant
for daily
life
Watch with WATER
RESISTANT on
back cover of
watchcase.
××××
Reinforced
water
resistance
for daily
life I
Watch with 50M
(5BAR) on back
cover or dial face
along with WATER
RESISTANT on
back cover of
watchcase.

×××
Reinforced
water
resistance
for daily
life II
Watch with 100M
(10BAR), 150M
(15BAR), 200M
(20BAR) on back
cover or dial face
along with WATER
RESISTANT on
back cover of
watchcase.

××
* It is recommended that you use the watch correctly following the above-mentioned scope of usage
after ascertaining water resistance precautions marked on the dial face of the watch or on the back
of the watchcase.

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1A watch with water resistance for daily life 30M (3 bar) can be used during
face-washing, etc. but cannot be used in an environment in which it will be
submerged in water.
2A watch with reinforced water resistance for daily life I 50M (5 bar) can be
used while swimming, etc. but cannot be used during any type of diving
including skin diving.
3A watch with reinforced water resistance for daily life II 100M or 200M (10
or 20 bar) can be used while skin diving, but cannot be used while scuba
diving using oxygen tanks or saturation diving using helium gas, etc.
4Keep the crown pushed in at all times (in the normal position) while using
the watch. If the crown is the screwed-down type, check that it is securely
screwed down.
5Do not operate the crown underwater, or while the watch is wet. Water
may enter the interior of the watch and defeat the water resistance.
6If your watch is non-water resistant, beware of splashes of water (during
face washing, rain, etc.) and sweat. If the watch becomes wet from water
or sweat, wipe the moisture off with a dry, soft cloth.
7Even with a water resistant watch for everyday use, avoid directing strong
jets of mains water onto the watch. Water pressure above the limit can
apply, which may defeat the water resistance.
8With a water resistant watch for everyday use, rinse sea water off the case
after exposure, then wipe it thoroughly to avoid corrosion and other effects.
9The interior of the watch contains some amount of moisture, which may
cause fogging on the inside of the glass when the outside air is cooler than
the internal temperature of the watch. If the fogging is temporary it causes
no harm inside the watch, but if prolonged, or if water enters the watch,
consult your place of purchase and do not leave the problem untreated.
CAUTION
!
WARNING
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(2) Shock
1Be sure not to carry the watch when you engage in strenuous
sports, whereas playing such light sports as golf, etc., will not
adversely influence the watch.
2Avoid a violent shock such as dropping the watch on the
floor.
(3) Magnetism
1If the watch is left at a location with strong magnetism for an extended
period of time, the components may be magnetized, resulting in
malfunction. Be careful.
2The watch may temporarily speed up or slow down when exposed to
magnetism. Precision is restored when placed away from magnetism. In
such a case, reset the time.
(4) Vibration
The watch may lose precision if subjected to strong
vibrations such as from riding motorcycles, using
jackhammers, chain saws, etc.
(5) Temperature
In environments below and above normal temperatures (5°C-35°C), the
watch may malfunction and stop.
Do not use the watch at high temperatures, such as in a sauna. The watch
may heat and cause burns.
(6)Chemicals, Gases, etc.
Utmost caution must be exercised when coming into contact with gases,
mercury, chemicals (paint thinner, gasoline, various solvents, detergents
containing such components, adhesives, paint, drugs, perfumes,
cosmetics, etc.), and so forth. Such may cause discoloration of the
watchcase, watchband, and dial face. Discoloration, deformation, and
damage to various resin-based component parts may also occur.
CAUTION
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(7) About accessory parts
Store the bracelet/strap pin and other small parts out of the reach of
children.
If any small parts are swallowed, immediately contact a doctor.
(8) Allergic reactions
If you develop a skin rash or your skin becomes abnormally irritated due to
contact with the watch or strap, stop wearing the watch immediately and
consult a doctor.
(9) About “luminous light”
Some products have luminous light on the hands and dial.
The luminous light is a safe paint that stores sunlight and artificial light
without using any radioactive material, and emits that light in a dark
setting. As the paint discharges the stored light, it will become dimmer
over time. The amount of light emitted and the time that light is emitted
depends on various factors when the light is stored, such as the shape
of the glass, the thickness of the paint, surrounding brightness level, the
distance from the watch to the light source, and the light absorption level.
Please note that when not enough light energy is stored, the watch may
emit weak light or emit light for only a short time.
(10)Water resistant watchband
Some products employ leather and nylon bands on which a special
treatment to resist perspiration and water absorption have been applied.
Please understand that the water resisting effect of this watchband can be
lost depending on the period and conditions of use.
WARNING
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CAUTION
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HOW TO IDENTIFY THE CALIBER NUMBER
Check the caliber number by referring to the model number of your watch or
the case code on the watch’s case back.
1. Searching by 10-digit model number
Check the 10-digit model number on the guarantee supplied with your watch.
You can also see the number on the product tag put on the watch. Its second
and third digits indicate the caliber number of your watch.
Example: If the model number is “CDB05001B0”, the caliber number is “DB”.
2. Searching by the case code
See the case code on the case back of your watch.
A: If the case code is 6 digits, the first two digits indicate the caliber number.
B: If the case code is 8 or 9 digits, the first three digits indicate the movement
number. Search the caliber number corresponding to the movement
number referring to the correspondence table.
Example A
Case code
Case code
Example B
Example A : When the case code is “DB05-C0”, the caliber number is “DB”.
Example B : When the case code is “469396-81”, the movement number is
“469”. The caliber number corresponding the number will be
found “EM” on the table.
* The place of case code may vary and its letter size may be small and
difficult to see depending on the characteristics of watches.
* The pictures and illustrations on this manual may differ from the actual
appearance of your watch but the function and operation procedures are
the same.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Caliber Click-B Date Day of week Hand winding Daily accuracy Remark1*
DB 46A –– – – +25~-15s/day –
DW 48D –○––+25~-15s/day 9:00PM-2:00AM
EM 469 ○○ ○ –+25~-15s/day 9:00PM-4:00AM
ER 487 –○––+25~-15s/day 9:00PM-2:00AM
NP 558 ○○ ○ ○ +40~-30s/day 8:30PM-2:00AM
NQ 559 –○○ ○
+40~-30s/day 8:30PM-4:00AM
NR 557 –○–○+40~-30s/day 8:30PM-0:30AM
PF 597 –○–○+40~-30s/day 8:30PM-0:30AM
PM 599 –○○ ○
+40~-30s/day 8:30PM-4:00AM
(1) Vibrations: 21,600 vibrations/1 hour
(2) Number of jewels: 21 jewels
(3) Running time: More than 40 hours
(4) Shock-proof bearings to protect the balance with hairspring from shocks.
The stated daily accuracy is in the following conditions:
• After 24 hours at room temperature with the mainspring wound fully and the dial facing up.
• Due to the characteristics of the automatic winding watch, the time may deviate from the
stated “daily accuracy” depending on the following conditions: amount of time the watch
is worn each day, position of the watch, movement of your arm, winding condition of the
mainspring.
Product specifications may change without notice, for improvement.
CAUTION
!
* Avoid setting the date during the time periods listed in “Remark1” above since the calendar
changes during this time. If the date is set during this time period, the date may not change
or the watch may malfunction. Be sure to move the hour and minute hands away from this
time period when setting the date.

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF INDIVIDUAL COMPONENT PARTS
A:Hour hand
B:Minute hand
C:Second hand
D:Crown
E:Dial
F: Click button
* EM(469) & NP(558) only
G:
Date
H: Day of the week
* The position of the crown, date indicator, or day of the week window may be
different, depending on the model.
<DB(46A)>
A
B
CE
D
<EM(469), NP(558), NQ(559), PM(599)>
A
B
C
E
D
G
H
F
<DW(48D), ER(487), NR(557), PF(597)>
AB
C
E
D
G

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AUTOMATIC WINDING MECHANISM
(1) The mainspring is wound by natural movements of your
arm when wearing the watch on your wrist.
(2) If your watch stops, swing the watch back and forth ten
or more times to re-start the second hand. After it starts
moving, set the date and time.
(3)
This watch will run approximately 40 hours after it is fully
wound. If it is not wound enough, the watch may lose
accuracy. In order to maintain the watch’s accuracy, we
recommend wearing the watch at least 8 hours a day.
HAND WINDING MECHANISM
(1) The mainspring is wound up manually.
(2) To wind the spring, turn the crown clockwise.
When you turn the crown counterclockwise, the spring will not be wound.
(3) Once the spring is fully wound, the crown will no longer turn. Be careful not
to keep trying to turn it, or the spring or other parts may be broken.
(4) This watch will run approximately 40 hours after the spring is fully wound.
MODELS WITH SCREWED-DOWN CROWN
Depending on the model, you may not be able to pull the crown out without
unscrewing it (models with screwed-down crown).
Operate this type of watch as follows:
(1) Before setting the date and time, first turn the crown to the left to loosen
the screw lock.
(2) After setting the date and time, turn the crown to the right while pressing
in, until it stops turning to securely tighten the screw.

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HOW TO SET THE TIME [DB(46A)]
(1) Pull the crown out.
(The second hand does not stop.)
(2) Turn the crown clockwise and set the
current time.
When setting the time, first bring the
hand back slightly later than the actual
time and then move it forward to the
actual time.
(3) Press the crown in to the normal
position.
Turn clockwise