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Is H or M indicated as the battery power indicator (page E-12)? YES The watch is charged.
For details about charging, see “Charging the Watch” (page E-9).
NEXT
Go to step 2.
Battery power indicator
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2. Check the Home City and the daylight saving time (DST) setting. Contents
Use the procedure under “To configure Home City settings” (page E-24) to configure
your Home City and daylight saving time settings. About This Manual ............................................................................................. E-1
Things to check before using the watch .......................................................... E-2
Important!
x Proper World Time Mode data depends on correct Home City, time, and date Charging the Watch ........................................................................................... E-9
settings in the Timekeeping Mode. Make sure you configure these settings To recover from the sleep state .................................................................... E-17
correctly. Mode Reference Guide .................................................................................... E-18
3. Set the current time. Timekeeping ..................................................................................................... E-23
x To set the time Configuring Home City Settings ..................................................................... E-24
See “Configuring Current Time and Date Settings” (page E-27). To configure Home City settings .................................................................. E-24
The watch is now ready for use. To change the Daylight Saving Time (summer time) setting ......................... E-26
Configuring Current Time and Date Settings................................................. E-27
To change the current time and date settings .............................................. E-27
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Using the World Time Mode ............................................................................ E-31 Using the Alarm ................................................................................................ E-40
To enter the World Time Mode ..................................................................... E-31 To enter the Alarm Mode .............................................................................. E-40
To view the time in another time zone .......................................................... E-31 To set an alarm time ..................................................................................... E-41
To specify standard time or daylight saving time (DST) for a city ................. E-32 To test the alarm ........................................................................................... E-42
To swap your Home Time and World Time Cities ......................................... E-33 To enable or disable an alarm or the Hourly Time Signal .............................. E-43
Using the Stopwatch ....................................................................................... E-34 To stop a sounding alarm ............................................................................. E-43
To enter the Stopwatch Mode ...................................................................... E-34 Illumination ....................................................................................................... E-45
To perform an elapsed time operation .......................................................... E-35 To turn on illumination manually ................................................................... E-45
To pause at a split time................................................................................. E-35 To change the illumination duration .............................................................. E-46
To measure two finishes ............................................................................... E-35 To enable or disable the auto light switch .................................................... E-49
Using the Countdown Timer ........................................................................... E-37 Hand Home Position Adjustment.................................................................... E-52
To enter the Countdown Timer Mode ........................................................... E-37 To adjust home positions manually............................................................... E-52
To specify the countdown start time ............................................................ E-37 Moving the Hands for Easy Viewing of Digital Information .......................... E-54
To perform a countdown timer operation ..................................................... E-39 To move the hands to view digital information ............................................. E-55
To stop the alarm.......................................................................................... E-39 To return the hands to their normal positions ............................................... E-55
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Operation Guide 5562
Warning! x Storing the watch for long periods in an area where there is no light or wearing it in
Leaving the watch in bright light for charging can cause it to become quite such a way that it is blocked from exposure to light can cause power to run down.
hot. Take care when handling the watch to avoid burn injury. The watch can Expose the watch to bright light whenever possible.
become particularly hot when exposed to the following conditions for long
periods. Power Levels
x On the dashboard of a car parked in direct sunlight You can get an idea of the watch’s power level by observing the battery power
x Too close to an incandescent lamp indicator.
x Under direct sunlight
Important!
x Allowing the watch to become very hot can cause the digital displays to black out.
The appearance of the LCD should become normal again when the watch returns
to a lower temperature.
x Enable the watch’s Power Saving function (page E-16) and keep it in an area normally
exposed to bright light when storing it for long periods. This helps to ensure that Battery power indicator
power does not run down.
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Level Battery Power Indicator Function Status x At Level 5, all functions are disabled and settings return to their initial factory
1 defaults. Once the battery reaches Level 2 (M) after falling to Level 5, reconfigure
(H) All functions enabled. the current time, date, and other settings.
2 x Display indicators reappear as soon as the battery is charged from Level 5 to
(M) All functions enabled.
Level 2 (M).
x Leaving the watch exposed to direct sunlight or some other very strong light
3 Illumination and beeper disabled.
(L and Except for Timekeeping Mode, all other modes source can cause the battery power indicator to show a reading temporarily that
LOW) disabled. is higher than the actual battery level. The correct battery level should be indicated
after a few minutes.
All functions and display indicators disabled except x The current time and all other settings return to their initial factory defaults
4 for timekeeping and display of the CHG (charge) whenever battery power drops to Level 5 and when you have the battery replaced.
(CHG) indicator.
Hour and minute hands stopped at 12 o’clock.
x The flashing LOW message at Level 3 (L) tells you that battery power is very low,
and that exposure to bright light for charging is required as soon as possible.
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x For details about the operating time and daily operating conditions, see the “Power x The watch will not enter a sleep state between 6:00 AM and 9:59 PM. If the watch
Supply” (page E-64) section of the Specifications. is already in a sleep state when 6:00 AM arrives, however, it will remain in the sleep
state.
Power Saving x The watch will not enter a sleep state while it is in the Stopwatch Mode or
When enabled, Power Saving enters a sleep state automatically whenever the Countdown Timer Mode.
watch is left for a certain period in an area where it is dark. The table below shows
how watch functions are affected by Power Saving. To recover from the sleep state
x For information about enabling and disabling power saving, see “To enable or Move the watch to a well-lit area, press any button, or angle the watch towards
disable Power Saving” (page E-59). your face for reading (page E-47).
x There actually are two sleep state levels: “display sleep” and “function sleep”.
Elapsed Time in Dark Digital Displays Operation
Digital display is disabled, but all
60 to 70 minutes (display sleep) Blank functions are enabled.
Hour and minute hands stop at
6 or 7 days (function sleep) Blank 12 o’clock. All functions are disabled,
but timekeeping is maintained.
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Operation Guide 5562
Selecting a Mode
x The illustration below shows which buttons you need to press to navigate between
modes.
x To return to the Timekeeping Mode from any other mode, hold down C for at
least four seconds.
Timekeeping Mode World Time Mode Stopwatch Mode Countdown Timer Mode Alarm Mode
C C C C
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Configuring Home City Settings 3. After the setting is the way you want, press A to return to the Timekeeping
Mode.
There are two Home City settings: actually selecting the Home City, and selecting
either standard time or daylight saving time (DST). Note
x After you specify a city code, the watch will use UTC* offsets in the World Time
To configure Home City settings Mode to calculate the current time for other time zones based on the current time
1. In the Timekeeping Mode, hold down A for about two in your Home City.
seconds until ADJ is displayed. * Coordinated Universal Time, the world-wide scientific standard of timekeeping.
When you release A, the city code and city name will The reference point for UTC is Greenwich, England.
scroll from right to left. This is the setting screen.
x For details about city codes, see the “City Code
Table” at the back of this manual.
City code x The hour and minute hands will automatically move
out of the way at this time (page E-54).
2. Use D (East) and B (West) to scroll through the city codes until the one you
want to use as your Home City is displayed.
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To change the Daylight Saving Time (summer time) setting Configuring Current Time and Date Settings
DST indicator 1. In the Timekeeping Mode, hold down A for about two
seconds until ADJ is displayed. You can configure current time and date settings.
When you release A, the city code and city name will
scroll from right to left. This is the setting screen. To change the current time and date settings
x The hour and minute hands will automatically move 1. In the Timekeeping Mode, hold down A for about two
out of the way at this time (page E-54). seconds until ADJ is displayed.
When you release A, the city code and city name will
2. Press C to enter the DST setting screen. scroll from right to left. This is the setting screen.
3. Press D to toggle the DST setting between Daylight x The hour and minute hands will automatically move
Saving Time (ON) and Standard Time (OFF). out of the way at this time (page E-54).
x Note that you cannot switch between standard time
and daylight saving time (DST) while UTC is selected City code
as your Home City.
4. After the setting is the way you want, press A to return to the Timekeeping
Mode.
x The DST indicator appears to indicate that Daylight Saving Time is turned on.
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2. Press C to move the flashing in the sequence shown below to select the other 3. When the timekeeping setting you want to change is flashing, use D and/or B
settings. to change it as described below.
C C C
City Code DST Screen To do this: Do this:
(page E-24) (page E-26) 12/24-Hour Format Seconds
Toggle between 12-hour (12H) and 24-hour
C C (24H) timekeeping
Press D.
Power Saving Hour Reset the seconds to 00
(page E-59)
C C
Change the hour or minute
Illumination Duration
Minute
(page E-46) Use D (+) and B (–).
C C
Change the year, month, or day
Button Operation Tone On/Off
(page E-57) Day Month Year
C C C
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To specify standard time or daylight saving time (DST) for a city x The standard time/daylight saving time (DST) setting affects only the currently
DST indicator 1. In the World Time Mode, use D (East) to scroll selected time zone. Other time zones are not affected.
through the city codes until the one whose Standard
Time/Daylight Saving Time setting you want to change To swap your Home Time and World Time Cities
is displayed. 1. In the World Time Mode, use D to select the city you want to use as your new
Home City.
2. Hold down A for about two seconds until the watch
beeps. 2. To swap, hold down A and B at the same time until the watch beeps.
x This toggles the city code you selected in step
1 between Daylight Saving Time (DST indicator
A and B
displayed) and standard time (DST indicator not
displayed).
x Using the World Time Mode to change the DST setting of the city code that is
selected as your Home City also will change the Timekeeping Mode time DST
setting.
x This will make the World Time City you selected in step 1 (NYC (New York)) your
x Note that you cannot switch between standard time/daylight saving time (DST)
new Home City.
while UTC is selected as the World Time City.
x Your previous Home City (TYO (Tokyo)) will be your new World Time City.
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The stopwatch measures elapsed time, split times, and two finishes. D D D D A
Start Stop Resume (Stop) Reset
Minutes Seconds To enter the Stopwatch Mode
Use C to select the Stopwatch Mode (STW) as To pause at a split time
shown on page E-21.
D A A D A
Start Split Split release Stop Reset
(SPL displayed)
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2. Hold down A until the minute setting of the current countdown start time starts To perform a countdown timer operation
to flash. This is the setting screen.
D D D D A
x The hour and minute hands will automatically move out of the way at this time
(page E-54). Start Stop Resume (Stop) Reset
3. Press C to move the flashing between the minute and second settings. x Before starting a countdown timer operation, check to make sure that a
countdown operation is not in progress (indicated by the seconds counting down).
4. Use D (+) and B (–) to change the flashing item. If it is, press D to stop it and then A to reset to the countdown start time.
x To set the starting value of the countdown time to 100 minutes, set 00'00". x An alarm sounds for 10 seconds when the end of the countdown is reached. This
5. Press A to exit the setting screen. alarm will sound in all modes. The countdown time is reset to its starting value
automatically when the alarm sounds.
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Operation Guide 5562
Using the Alarm To set an alarm time
Alarm on indicator 1. In the Alarm Mode, use D to scroll between the
Alarm time (Hour : Minutes) You can set five independent alarms. When an alarm alarms (AL1 to AL5, SIG) until the one whose time you
is turned on, an alarm tone will sound for about 10 want to set is displayed.
seconds each day when the time in the Timekeeping
Mode reaches the preset alarm time. This is true even if D D D D D
the watch is not in the Timekeeping Mode. AL1 AL2 AL3 AL4 AL5 SIG
You can also enable an Hourly Time Signal, which will
cause the watch to beep twice every hour on the hour.
D
To enter the Alarm Mode
Use C to select the Alarm Mode as shown on page E-21. 2. Hold down A for about two seconds until the alarm time starts to flash. This is
x This will cause the display to change as shown below. the setting screen.
x The hour and minute hands will automatically move out of the way at this time
1 second Alternates (page E-54).
3. Press C to move the flashing between the hour and minute settings.
Mode name AL1 through ON/OFF
AL5, or SIG
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4. While a setting is flashing, use D (+) and B (–) to change it. To enable or disable an alarm or the Hourly Time Signal
x When setting the alarm time using the 12-hour format, take care to set the time Alarm on indicator 1. In the Alarm Mode, use D to scroll between the
correctly as a.m. (no indicator) or p.m. (PM indicator). alarms (AL1 to AL5, SIG) until the one you want is
displayed.
5. Press A to exit the setting screen.
2. When the alarm or the Hourly Time Signal you want is
To test the alarm selected, press A to toggle it between on and off.
In the Alarm Mode, hold down D to sound the alarm. x The alarm on indicator (when any alarm is on) and the
Hourly Time Signal on indicator (when the Hourly Time
Signal is on) are displayed in all modes.
Hourly Time Signal
on indicator To stop a sounding alarm
Press any button.
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Important! 2. Use C to cycle through the settings until the current illumination duration (LT1
x The light source of the analog hand area is an ultraviolet light emitting diode. Do or LT3) is shown.
not look directly at the light source lens. x See the sequence in step 2 of the procedure under “To change the current time
x Do not attempt to remove the light source from this watch to use it for another and date settings” (page E-27) for information about how to scroll between settings.
purpose. 3. Press D to toggle the illumination duration between three seconds (LT3
x Do not look directly into the light source located at 6 o’clock. displayed) and 1.5 seconds (LT1 displayed).
To change the illumination duration 4. After the setting is the way you want, press A to exit the setting screen.
1. In the Timekeeping Mode, hold down A for about two seconds until ADJ is
About the Auto Light Switch
displayed.
When you release A, the city code and city name will scroll from right to left. Enabling the auto light switch causes illumination
This is the setting screen. to turn on whenever you position your wrist as More than
described below in any mode.
x The hour and minute hands will automatically move out of the way at this time 40°
Moving the watch to a position that is parallel to
(page E-54).
the ground and then tilting it towards you more
than 40 degrees causes illumination to turn on. Wear the watch on the
outside of your wrist
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Warning! x The auto light switch is always disabled, regardless of its enabled/disabled setting,
x Always make sure you are in a safe place whenever you are looking at the when any one of the following conditions exists.
watch using the auto light switch. Be especially careful when running or While an alarm is sounding
engaged in any other activity that can result in accident or injury. Also take
care that sudden illumination by the auto light switch does not startle or To enable or disable the auto light switch
distract others around you. In the Timekeeping Mode, hold down B for about
Auto light switch indicator
x When you are wearing the watch, make sure that its auto light switch is three seconds to toggle the auto light switch between
disabled before riding on a bicycle or operating a motorcycle or any other enabled (indicator displayed) and disabled (indicator not
motor vehicle. Sudden and unintended operation of the auto light switch displayed).
can create a distraction, which can result in a traffic accident and serious x The auto light switch indicator appears in all modes
personal injury. while the auto light switch is enabled.
x The auto light switch becomes disabled automatically
Note whenever battery power drops to Level 4 (page E-12).
x This watch features a Full Auto LED, so the auto light switch turns on illumination
only when available light is below a certain level. It does not turn on illumination if
surrounding light is bright.
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Operation Guide 5562
Illumination Precautions x Static electricity or magnetic force can interfere with proper operation of the auto
x Illumination may be hard to see when viewed under direct sunlight. light switch. If illumination does not turn on, try moving the watch back to the
x Illumination turns off automatically whenever an alarm sounds. starting position (parallel with the ground) and then tilt it back towards your face
x Frequent use of illumination runs down the battery. again. If this does not work, drop your arm all the way down so it hangs at your
side, and then bring it back up again.
Auto light switch precautions x You may notice a very faint clicking sound coming from the watch when it is
x Wearing the watch on the inside of your wrist, movement of your arm, or vibration shaken back and forth. This sound is caused by mechanical operation of the auto
of your arm can cause frequent activation of the auto light switch and illumination light switch, and does not indicate a problem with the watch.
of the face. To avoid running down the battery, disable the auto light switch
whenever engaging in activities that might cause frequent illumination of the face.
x Note that wearing the watch under your sleeve while the auto light switch is
enabled can cause frequent illumination of the face and can run down the battery.
x Illumination may not turn on if the face of the watch is more than
15 degrees above or below parallel. Make sure that the back of
your hand is parallel to the ground.
x Illumination turns off after the preset illumination duration (page E-46),
even if you keep the watch pointed towards your face.
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Hand Home Position Adjustment x The watch will return to regular timekeeping automatically if you do not perform
any operation for about two or three minutes. Any changes you have made to
Strong magnetism or impact can cause the hands of the watch to be off. settings up to that point will be saved.
x Home position adjustment is not necessary when the analog time and digital time If the hour and minute hands are all at 12 o’clock, which is their home position,
are the same time in the Timekeeping Mode. jump to step 3.
To adjust home positions manually 2. Use D (+) and B (–) to adjust the hour and minute hand positions.
1. In the Timekeeping Mode, hold down A and keep it depressed for about five x Holding down either button will cause the hand to move at high speed. Once
seconds until H.SET is displayed. started, high-speed hand movement will continue even if you release the button.
x The hour and minute hands should all move to 12 o’clock, which is their home To stop high-speed hand movement, press any button.
position. x High-speed hand movement started with the D (+) button will stop
x Though ADJ will appear about two seconds after you hold down A, do not automatically after 12 revolutions of the minute hand. If started with the B (–)
release the button yet. Keep it depressed until H.SET is displayed. When H.SET button, it will stop after one revolution of the minute hand.
appears, release the A button. This will cause the hour and minute hands to 3. Press A to exit home position correction and return to regular timekeeping.
move to 12 o’clock.
Note
x After performing home position adjustment, enter the Timekeeping Mode and
check to make sure that the time indicated by the analog hands and the digital
time are the same. If they are not, perform home position adjustment again.
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Moving the Hands for Easy Viewing of Digital Information To move the hands to view digital information
Hold down C for about two seconds until the message “HAND” appears.
You can use the procedure below to move the analog hands in order to better view Releasing C will cause the HANDS indicator to flash and the hands will move.
digital information.
Note
x The analog hands will not move while battery power is low. Hold down C.
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2. Use C to cycle through settings until the current button operation tone (MUTE To enable or disable Power Saving
or KEY ) is displayed. 1. In the Timekeeping Mode, hold down A for about two
x See the sequence in step 2 of the procedure under “To change the current time seconds until ADJ is displayed.
and date settings” (page E-27) for information about how to scroll between settings. When you release A, the city code and city name will
scroll from right to left. This is the setting screen.
3. Press D to toggle the button operation tone between enabled (KEY ) and
disabled (MUTE). x The hour and minute hands will automatically move
out of the way at this time (page E-54).
4. After the setting is the way you want, press A to exit the setting screen.
2. Use C to cycle through the settings on the display
Note Power saving on indicator
until the current power saving setting (PSON or PSOF)
x The mute indicator is displayed in all modes when the button operation tone is is displayed.
disabled. x See the sequence in step 2 of the procedure under
“To change the current time and date settings”
(page E-27) for information about how to scroll between
settings.
3. Press D to toggle Power Saving between enabled (PSON) and disabled (PSOF).
4. After the setting is the way you want, press A to exit the setting screen.
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Operation Guide 5562
Troubleshooting ■ The analog hands are not indicating the correct time.
If the HANDS indicator is displayed, it means that the analog hands are currently
Time Setting in a position for easier viewing of digital information. Hold down C for about four
seconds to return to the Timekeeping Mode.
■ The current time setting is off by hours.
Your Home City setting may be wrong (page E-24). Check your Home City setting and World Time Mode
correct it, if necessary.
■ The time for my World Time City is not correct in the World Time Mode.
■ The current time setting is off by one hour. This could be due to incorrect switching between standard time and daylight saving
You may need to change your Home City’s standard time/daylight saving time time. See “To specify standard time or daylight saving time (DST) for a city” (page E-32)
(DST) setting. Use the procedure under “To change the current time and date for more information.
settings” (page E-27) to change the standard time/daylight saving time (DST) setting.
■ The hands are misaligned. Charging
This could indicate that the watch has been exposed to magnetism or strong ■ The watch does not resume operation after I expose it to light.
impact, which has caused problems with proper hand alignment. Adjust the watch’s This can happen after the power level drops to Level 5 (page E-12). Continue exposing
hand home position alignment (page E-52). the watch to light until the battery power indicator shows H or M.
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Power Supply: Solar panel and one rechargeable battery Operating Precautions
Approximate battery operating time: 8 months under the following conditions:
x Display on 18 hours per day, sleep state 6 hours per day Water Resistance
x 1 illumination operation (1.5 seconds) per day x The information below applies to watches with WATER RESIST or WATER
x 10 seconds of alarm operation per day RESISTANT marked on the back cover.
x 1 hand movement for easy viewing of digital information per day Water Enhanced Water Resistance Under
Frequent use of illumination runs down the battery. Resistance Daily Use
Under Daily 5 10 20
Use Atmospheres Atmospheres Atmospheres
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
On watch front or on No
Marking 5BAR 10BAR 20BAR
back cover BAR mark
Hand washing, rain Yes Yes Yes Yes
Example of Water-related work, swimming No Yes Yes Yes
Daily Use Windsurfing No No Yes Yes
Skin diving No No Yes Yes
x Do not use your watch for scuba diving or other types of diving that requires air tanks.
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x Watches that do not have WATER RESIST or WATER RESISTANT marked on the x A trained technician will inspect your watch for proper water resistance whenever
back cover are not protected against the effects of sweat. Avoid using such a watch you have its battery replaced. Battery replacement requires the use of special tools.
under conditions where it will be exposed to large amounts of sweat or moisture, or Always request battery replacement from your original retailer or from an authorized
to direct splashing with water. CASIO service center.
x Even if a watch is water resistant, note the usage precautions described below. x Some water-resistant watches come with fashionable leather bands. Avoid
Such types of use reduce water resistance performance and can cause fogging of swimming, washing, or any other activity that causes direct exposure of a leather
the glass. band to water.
− Do not operate the crown or buttons while your watch is submersed in water or x The inside surface of the watch glass may fog when the watch is exposed to
wet. a sudden drop in temperature. No problem is indicated if the fogging clears up
− Avoid wearing your watch while in the bath. relatively quickly. Sudden and extreme temperature changes (such as coming into
− Do not wear your watch while in a heated swimming pool, sauna, or any other high an air conditioned room in the summer and standing close to an air conditioner
temperature/high humidity environment. outlet, or leaving a heated room in the winter and allowing your watch to come into
− Do not wear your watch while washing your hands or face, while doing housework, contact with snow) can cause it to take longer for glass fogging to clear up. If glass
or while performing any other task that involves soaps or detergents. fogging does not clear up or if you notice moisture inside of the glass, immediately
x After submersion in seawater, use plain water to rinse all salt and dirt from your stop using your watch and take it to your original retailer or to an authorized CASIO
watch. service center.
x To maintain water resistance, have the gaskets of your watch replaced periodically x Your water-resistant watch has been tested in accordance with International
(about once every two or three years). Organization for Standardization regulations.
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Band Temperature
x Tightening the band too tightly can cause you to sweat and make it difficult for air x Never leave your watch on the dashboard of a car, near a heater, or in any other
to pass under the band, which can lead to skin irritation. Do not fasten the band too location that is subject to very high temperatures. Do not leave your watch where it
tightly. There should be enough room between the band and your wrist so you can will be exposed to very low temperatures. Temperature extremes can cause your
insert your finger. watch to lose or gain time, to stop, or otherwise malfunction.
x Deterioration, rust, and other conditions can cause the band to break or come off x Leaving your watch in an area hotter than +60°C (140°F) for long periods can lead
of your watch, which in turn can cause band pins to fly out of position or to fall out. to problems with its LCD. The LCD may become difficult to read at temperatures
This creates the risk of your watch falling from your wrist and becoming lost, and lower than 0°C (32°F) and greater than +40°C (104°F).
also creates the risk of personal injury. Always take good care of your band and
keep it clean. Impact
x Immediately stop using a band if you even notice any of the following: loss of band x Your watch is designed to withstand impact incurred during normal daily use and
flexibility, band cracks, band discoloration, band looseness, band connecting pin during light activity such as playing catch, tennis, etc. Dropping your watch or
flying or falling out, or any other abnormality. Take your watch to your original otherwise subjecting it to strong impact, however, can lead to malfunction. Note that
retailer or to a CASIO service center for inspection and repair (for which you will be watches with shock-resistant designs (G-SHOCK, BABY-G, G-MS) can be worn
charged) or to have the band replaced (for which you will be charged). while operating a chain saw or engaging in other activities that generate strong
vibration, or while engaging in strenuous sports activities (motocross, etc.)
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Magnetism Chemicals
x The hands of analog and combination (analog-digital) watches are moved by a x Do not allow your watch to come into contact with thinner, gasoline, solvents, oils,
motor that uses magnetic force. When such a watch is close to a device (audio or fats, or with any cleaners, adhesives, paints, medicines, or cosmetics that contain
speakers, magnetic necklace, cell phone, etc.) that emits strong magnetism, the such ingredients. Doing so can cause discoloration of or damage to the resin case,
magnetism can cause timekeeping to slow down, speed up, or stop, resulting in the resin band, leather, and other parts.
incorrect time being displayed.
x Very strong magnetism (from medical equipment, etc.) should be avoided because it Storage
can cause malfunction of your watch and damage to electronic components. x If you do not plan to use your watch for a long time, thoroughly wipe it free of all dirt,
sweat, and moisture, and store it in a cool, dry place.
Electrostatic Charge
x Exposure to very strong electrostatic charge can cause your watch to display Resin Components
the wrong time. Very strong electrostatic charge even can damage electronic x Allowing your watch to remain in contact with other items or storing it together with
components. other items for long periods while it is wet can cause color on resin components
x Electrostatic charge can cause the display to go blank momentarily or cause a to transfer to the other items, or the color of the other items to transfer to the resin
rainbow effect on the display. components of your watch. Be sure to dry off your watch thoroughly before storing it
and make sure it is not in contact with other items.
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x Leaving your watch where it is exposed to direct sunlight (ultraviolet rays) for long Leather Band
periods or failure to clean dirt from your watch for long periods can cause it to x Allowing your watch to remain in contact with other items or storing it together with
become discolored. other items for long periods while it is wet can cause the color of the leather band
x Friction caused by certain conditions (strong external force, sustained rubbing, to transfer to the other items or the color of the other items to transfer to the leather
impact, etc.) can cause discoloration of painted components. band. Be sure to dry off your watch thoroughly with a soft cloth before storing it and
x If there are printed figures on the band, strong rubbing of the printed area can cause make sure it is not in contact with other items.
discoloration. x Leaving a leather band where it is exposed to direct sunlight (ultraviolet rays) for
x Leaving your watch wet for long periods can cause fluorescent color to fade. Wipe long periods or failure to clean dirt from a leather band for long periods can cause it
the watch dry as soon as possible after it becomes wet. to become discolored.
x Semi-transparent resin parts can become discolored due to sweat and dirt, and if CAUTION: Exposing a leather band to rubbing or dirt can cause color transfer and
exposed to high temperatures and humidity for long periods. discoloration.
x Daily use and long-term storage of your watch can lead to deterioration, breaking,
or bending of resin components. The extent of such damage depends on usage Metal Components
conditions and storage conditions.
x Failure to clean dirt from metal components can lead to formation of rust, even if
components are stainless steel or plated. If metal components exposed to sweat
or water, wipe thoroughly with a soft, absorbent cloth and then place the watch in a
well-ventilated location to dry.
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x Use a soft toothbrush or similar tool to scrub the metal with a weak solution of water Note that CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. assumes no responsibility for any
and a mild neutral detergent, or with soapy water. Next, rinse with water to remove damage or loss suffered by you or any third party arising through the use of your
all remaining detergent and then wipe dry with a soft absorbent cloth. When washing watch or its malfunction.
metal components, wrap the watch case with kitchen plastic wrap so it does not
come into contact with the detergent or soap.
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User Maintenance x Clean water and sweat from a leather band by wiping with a soft cloth.
x Not operating a watch crown, buttons, or rotary bezel could lead to later problems
Caring for Your Watch with their operation. Periodically rotate the crown and rotary bezel, and press
Remember that you wear your watch next to your skin, just like a piece of clothing. buttons to maintain proper operation.
To ensure your watch performs at the level for which it is designed, keep it clean by
frequently wiping with a soft cloth to keep your watch and band free of dirt, sweat, Dangers of Poor Watch Care
water and other foreign matter. Rust
x Whenever your watch is exposed to sea water or mud, rinse it off with clean fresh x Though the metal steel used for your watch is highly rust-resistant, rust can form if
water. your watch is not cleaned after it becomes dirty.
x For a metal band or a resin band with metal parts, use a soft toothbrush or similar − Dirt on your watch can make it impossible for oxygen to come into contact with the
tool to scrub the band with a weak solution of water and a mild neutral detergent, or metal, which can lead to breakdown of the oxidization layer on the metal surface
with soapy water. Next, rinse with water to remove all remaining detergent and then and the formation of rust.
wipe dry with a soft absorbent cloth. When washing the band, wrap the watch case x Rust can cause sharp areas on metal components and can cause band pins to fly
with kitchen plastic wrap so it does not come into contact with the detergent or soap. out of position or to fall out. If you ever notice any abnormality immediately stop
x For a resin band, wash with water and then wipe dry with a soft cloth. Note that using your watch and take it to your original retailer or to an authorized CASIO
sometimes a smudge like pattern may appear on the surface of a resin band. This service center.
will not have any effect on your skin or clothing. Wipe with a cloth to remove the
smudge pattern.
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x Even if the surface of the metal appears clean, sweat and rust in crevasses can Battery
soil the sleeves of clothing, cause skin irritation, and even interfere with watch x The special rechargeable battery used by your watch is not intended to be removed
performance. or replaced by you. Use of a rechargeable battery other than the special one
Premature Wear specified for your watch can damage your watch.
x The rechargeable (secondary) battery is charged when the solar panel is exposed
x Leaving sweat or water on a resin band or bezel, or storing your watch an area to light, so it does not require regular replacement as the primary battery requires.
subject to high moisture can lead to premature wear, cuts, and breaks. Note, however, that long use or operating conditions can cause the capacity or
Skin Irritation charging efficiency of the rechargeable battery to deteriorate. If you feel that the
x Individuals with sensitive skin or in poor physical condition may experience skin amount of operation provided by charging is too short, contact your original retailer
irritation when wearing a watch. Such individuals should keep their leather band or CASIO service center.
or resin band particularly clean. Should you ever experience a rash or other skin
irritation, immediately remove your watch and contact a skin care professional.
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Operation Guide 5562
City Code Table
City UTC Offset/ City UTC Offset/
City City
Code GMT Differential Code GMT Differential
PPG Pago Pago –11 RAI Praia –1
HNL Honolulu –10 UTC
ANC Anchorage –9 LIS Lisbon 0
YVR Vancouver LON London
–8
LAX Los Angeles MAD Madrid