SwissKubiK Starbox User manual

ENGLISH
FRANCAIS

SWISS KUBIK
STARTBOX
Watch winder
User's Guide ENGLISH
1.0 Thank you
2.0 Product general specifications
3.0 Operating instructions
4.0 Precautions
5.0 Maintenance and cleaning
6.0 Troubleshooting
7.0 Warranty requirements

1.0 Thank you
- Congratulations on purchasing your
SWISS KUBIK STARTBOX
watch winder. This new product has been designed and
precision manufactured in the great Swiss tradition to the most
exacting standards of the Swiss watchmaking industry. Thank
you for purchasing this product; we hope it will give you
complete satisfaction.
2.0 Product general specifications
2.1 Use and technical characteristics
- Your STARTBOX watch winder has been specially designed
for storing and rewinding all automatic watches. The
STARTBOX watch winder is a cube measuring 11.2
centimetres (4.45 inches). It guarantees a set number of
rotations per day as opposed to a daily operating duration.
- Your STARTBOX watch winder case has been made in
Switzerland using the finest quality materials. The direct drive
mechanism and circuit board with a preset number of rotations
per day have been manufactured and tested using modern
innovative technologies that give them great reliability and
durability.

- Your STARTBOX watch winder is thus guaranteed for
3 years starting from the date of purchase.
With its low energy consumption, the case uses two standard
1.5 V alkaline batteries (C – LR14 – B A B Y ) which will ensure
a continuous operating period of approximately 3 years.
(Types of compatible batteries and information on replacing
batteries are given in section 3.5).
- Your STARTBOX winder case has been factory programmed
for a cycle of 900 rotations per day in each direction of
rotation, which is sufficient for virtually all automatic watches
currently available on the market.

3.0 Operating instructions
3.1 Positioning the watch winder
- When in use, the STARTBOX watch winder must be kept in
the position illustrated below (the watch is vertical).
3.2 Placing and removing the watch
- The STARTBOX watch winder must be in the stop position
(OFF) when placing or removing your watch on or from its
support.
- Proceed as follows to place your watch in the watch winder:

a) Take the watch support out of the watch winder.
b) Place your watch on the support with the bracelet clasp
closed, as illustrated in the diagram below. The watch
support consists of two flexible systems (a spring and a
pliable base) which means it can be adjusted to suit
different bracelet sizes.
c) Reposition the upright support with the watch in the
watch winder by pressing it in place up to the stop.
- Proceed as follows to take your watch out of the watch
winder:
a) Take the support with the watch out of the case.
b) Remove the watch from its support by pressing
the support or opening the clasp.
c) Put the support back in the watch winder, pressing
it in place up to the stop.

3.3 Switching the device on and off
- Switch to start and stop the STARTBOX watch winder
(ON / OFF).
- When you flick the switch to ON, the LED inside the switch
flashes once in red, then in green, and under normal operation
continues to flash green.
- When you flick the switch to OFF, the LED inside the switch
flashes once in green, then in red and then stops flashing.

Definition of LED indications
(See the table below)
The LED flashes at regular intervals every 5 or 10 seconds
approximately.
Operating mode
Battery status
OK
Battery status
low
Comment:
S T AND AR D
1 GREEN
flash every
5 or 10 seconds
1 RED flash
every 5 or 10
seconds
Operation OK
(FAULT)
3 RED flashes every 5 or 10
seconds
Rotation
counter
anomaly
- A green (or red depending on the battery level) LED that
flashes once every 5 or 10 seconds indicates that your watch
winder is working properly.
- If the batteries are low, the red LED will flash once every 5
or 10 seconds. You must replace the batteries within 3 months
(further information is given in section 3.5).
- A rotation counter malfunction will be indicated by a red LED
that flashes three times in close succession every 5 or 10
seconds (further information is given in section 6).

3.4 Original STARTBOX settings
- Your STARTBOX watch winder is programmed to rewind
virtually all automatic watches currently available on the
market.
- When you flick the power switch to On, an LED flashes red
and green alternately to indicate the startup phase and the
watch winder detects the vertical position of the watch holder.
- Then the watch undergoes 90 cycles of 20 rotations each (45
cycles clockwise and 45 cycles anticlockwise), a total of 1800
rotations every 24 hours. Between each rotation cycle, the
watch holder stops automatically in its initial vertical position.
3.5 Replacing the batteries
a) Unscrew the battery cover retainer screw using a small
coin and remove the cover as illustrated in the diagram
below.
b) Remove the used batteries and insert two new batteries
in the corresponding compartments.
CAUTION: make sure you respect the +/-polarity when
inserting new batteries. Failure to do so could cause
irreversible damage to your watch winder.
c) Replace the battery cover and screw the retainer screw
back in using a small coin.

- The life expectancy of batteries, when they are brand new, is
about 3 years' continual use of the STARTBOX rotating
mechanism
- Battery life can be shortened significantly if the winder case
is used in lower than recommended temperatures

- The STARTBOX watch winder monitors the battery level
electronically. When the red LED on the switch flashes once in
close succession every 5 or 10 seconds, the batteries will
allow for up to 3 months' further use. They must then be
replaced.
- To make sure your STARTBOX watch winder functions
smoothly, you are advised to always replace both batteries
with two new, same-type batteries.
- Battery type: 2 ALKALINE batteries, 1.5 volts
- Dimensions:
C LR14 Baby AM2 14A
(US) (IEC) (DIN) (International) (ANSI)
-Recommended battery brands:
Duracell ®, Energizer ®, Industrial ®,
Universal ®, Varta ®, Wonder ®
CAUTION:
Never use rechargeable and/or storage batteries with
SWISS KUBIK STARTBOX watch winders .

4.0 Precautions
4.1 Caution
- To avoid irreversible damage to your
STARTBOX watch
winder, do not expose it to water, moisture, fire or strong heat
sources, for example near to radiators or inside vehicles left in
the sun. Direct sunlight and sources of excessive UV radiation
can subdue the colours. Places with excessive sand, dust, or
subject to oscillating vibrations can also damage the smooth
functioning of your watch winder.
4.2 Operating temperatures
-
STARTBOX watch winders are designed for normal use in
temperatures ranging from 10° - 40°C (50° - 104°F). Note that
using your case in low temperatures may considerably reduce
battery life.
4.3 Keep out of reach of children
-
STARTBOX watch winders are not toys. We recommend that
you store your case out of reach of children.

4.4 Recycling
- Your STARTBOX watch winder, together with new or used
batteries, must not be disposed of as household waste. These
elements must be taken to a waste collection point that
recycles electrical devices and batteries. By ensuring these
products are disposed of properly, you can help prevent
potentially harmful effects both to the environment and human
health. Recycling materials helps conserve natural resources.
For further information on recycling this product, contact your
local authority, waste collection site, or the place where you
purchased this product.
5.0 Maintenance and cleaning
- Your STARTBOX watch winder does not require any special
maintenance. We recommend cleaning it regularly with a soft,
damp cloth, then wiping it dry.

6.0 Troubleshooting
- If your
STARTBOX watch winder stops functioning, or no
longer functions normally, check the following points, in this
order:
1) Make sure the power switch is in the ON position (point
3.3 in the Operating instructions).
2) Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly (+/- polarity
respected). Check that the battery cover is touching the
batteries, that the contacts are clean and that the retainer
screw has been tightened properly (point 3.5in the
Operating instructions).
3) If the watch winder still fails to function, replace the
batteries with new ones (point 3.5in the Operating
instructions).
4) If, after checking these points, the fault persists or if the
red light flashes three times at regular 5 or 10 second
intervals, indicating a malfunction of the rotation count
system, please return your watch winder case together
with proof of purchase or a valid receipt to your stockist
or to the nearest approved SWISS KUBIK after-sales
service point.

7.0 Warranty requirements
7.1 Validity of the warranty
- Your SWISS KUBIK STARTBOX watch winder is guaranteed for
3 years against any manufacturing defect, starting from the
date of purchase.
- Your SWISS KUBIK STARTBOX winder case Guarantee is only
valid against presentation of proof of purchase or a valid
receipt.
7.2 Restrictions concerning the warranty
- Damage resulting from the product's normal wear, such as
scratches, stains, cuts, altered colours, etc. is not covered by
the warranty.
- Damage resulting from improper or inappropriate use of the
product, such as non-respect of battery polarity, non-compliant
batteries, mistreatment of the case, shocks, breakage, etc. is
not covered by the warranty.
- Damage resulting from use of the case in an unsuitable
environment, such as places with moisture, places exposed to
water, vibrations, sources of excessive heat, etc. is not
covered by the warranty.

7.3 Repairs and cost estimate
- SWISS KUBIK assures you that it will do all it can to repair or
replace your watch winder as quickly as possible. If the
defects observed are due to causes not covered by the
warranty, an estimate concerning the cost of repairs will be
provided as soon as possible.
7.4 Discharge and place of jurisdiction
- SWISS KUBIK shall on no account be held responsible for
damage caused through improper use of the watch winder,
damage caused to watches or to any other goods or persons.
- The company's place of jurisdiction is in GENEVA. In the
event of any dispute, sole jurisdiction lies with the court of
GENEVA.
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Further information can be obtained by visiting the official Internet site:
www.swisskubik.com

Ecrin rotatif
SWISS KUBIK
STARTBOX
Guide de l’utilisateur FRANCAIS
1.0 Remerciements
2.0 Spécifications générales du produit
3.0 Mode d’emploi
4.0 Précautions
5.0 Maintenance et nettoyage
6.0 Pannes
7.0 Conditions de garantie

1.0 Remerciements
- Nous vous félicitons pour l’achat de votre écrin rotatif
SWISS
KUBIK STARTBOX . Ce nouveau produit a été conçu et réalisé
avec rigueur, dans la plus grande tradition suisse afin de
satisfaire aux exigences élevées des marques horlogères
suisses. Nous vous remercions de l’achat de ce produit et
espérons qu’il vous donnera entière satisfaction.
2.0 Spécifications générales du produit
2.1 Utilisation et caractéristiques techniques
- Votre écrin rotatif STARTBOX a été spécialement conçu pour
le rangement et le remontage de toutes montres à mouvement
automatique. L’écrin rotatif STARTBOX est un cube de 11.2
centimètres de côté (4.45 inches) qui garantit un nombre de
tours déterminés par jour et non un temps de fonctionnement
journalier.
- De fabrication suisse, votre écrin rotatif STARTBOX a été
réalisé en utilisant des matériaux de première qualité.
L’entraînement mécanique direct ainsi que la carte
électronique comptant un nombre déterminé de rotations/jour
ont été élaborés et testés avec des technologies modernes et

novatrices qui lui confèrent une grande fiabilité de
fonctionnement ainsi qu’une longue durée de vie.
- Le fonctionnement de votre écrin rotatif STARTBOX est donc
garanti pour une période de 3 ans dès la date d’achat.
Sa faible consommation en énergie nécessite uniquement
une alimentation par 2 piles alcalines de 1.5 volts standard
(C – LR14 – BABY) qui lui confèrent une durée de
fonctionnement en continu d’approximativement 3 années.
(Types de piles compatibles et informations relatives au
remplacement des piles sous le point 3.5)
-Votre écrin rotatif STARTBOX est programmé pour un cycle
de 900 rotations/jour dans chaque sens de rotation, ce qui
correspond aux exigences de presque la totalité des montres
à mouvement automatique actuellement disponibles sur le
marché.