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Seiko 5K65 Diver's Watch Manual

This document provides instructions for using a diver's watch for air diving. It begins with warnings about properly reading and following all instructions before diving. It describes inspecting the watch before diving to ensure it is functioning properly. It also warns never to use the watch for saturation diving with helium gas. The document provides details on features like the rotating bezel and time zone adjustment, and care instructions to preserve the quality of the watch.

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Seiko 5K65 Diver's Watch Manual

This document provides instructions for using a diver's watch for air diving. It begins with warnings about properly reading and following all instructions before diving. It describes inspecting the watch before diving to ensure it is functioning properly. It also warns never to use the watch for saturation diving with helium gas. The document provides details on features like the rotating bezel and time zone adjustment, and care instructions to preserve the quality of the watch.

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5K65 JSY5K65D1-A2210 D-16

5K65
DIVER’S WATCH FOR AIR DIVING INSTRUCTIONS

日本語 .................................................. JA 1
English ................................................ EN 1

そのほかの言語の取扱説明書は、パソコンや Please refer to the Instruction Manuals


スマートフォンから当社ホームページ内の of other languages by accessing
「カスタマーサービス」>「取扱説明書」 "Customer Service"→ "Instruction"
にアクセスいただき、ご覧ください。 on our Website from PC or Smartphone.

Deutsch / Français / Italiano / Español /


Pусский язык /   / Português /
䬁Ổᶮ㔈 / ䷂橕ᶮ㔈 / 㭛๸⧄ /  

https://www.seikowatches.com/
Thank you very much for choosing a SEIKO watch.
For proper and safe use of your SEIKO watch,
please read carefully the instructions in this
booklet before using it.
Keep this manual handy for easy reference.

* Length adjustment service for metallic bands is available at the retailer from
whom the watch was purchased. If you cannot have your watch repaired by
the retailer from whom the watch was purchased because you received the
watch as a gift, or you moved to a distant place, please contact SEIKO
CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER. The service may also be available on a
chargeable basis at other retailers, however, some retailers may not undertake
the service.
* If your watch has a protective film for preventing scratches, make sure to peel
it off before using the watch. If the watch is used with the film on it, dirt, sweat,
dust, or moisture may be attached to the film and may cause rust.

EN 1

b WARNING b CAUTION
Make sure to read the following instructions before use and strictly observe them. Make sure to read the following instructions before use and strictly observe them.
b WARNING b CAUTION
When diving, never carry out operations other than those specified in this instruction manual. Mishandling Inspect the following items before diving (excluding saturation diving):
of the product and misunderstanding of the displayed content may lead to a fatal or serious accident. • The watch is operating normally.
• The remaining battery level is sufficient and the mainspring is sufficiently wound.
b WARNING • The rotating bezel turns smoothly. (The bezel rotation must not be too loose or too tight.)
The diver’s watch is an auxiliary instrument which mainly displays the passage of time and does not ensure • Screws of the crown and other parts are reliably tightened.
the safety of a user. Use this watch while using the equipment (residual pressure gauge, water depth meter, • No abnormalities such as flaws or cracks exist on the band or glass.
etc.) required for safe diving. • The band is reliably fixed (with spring bar, buckle or other parts.)
* If any abnormality is observed in the above items, do not use this watch for diving.
b WARNING
Never use this watch for “saturation diving” using helium gas. b CAUTION
Do not operate the crown or buttons underwater.
b WARNING
Do not dive using this product unless you have been properly trained in scuba diving, acquired the requisite b CAUTION
experience and techniques for safe diving, thoroughly familiarized yourself with the operation and handling As the use environment of the diver’s watch may affect not only the case or band but also the internal
of this product, and inspect all functions of this product prior to each dive. mechanism of the watch, we recommend that you periodically request an overhaul for inspection and
adjustment approximately once every three to four years.

EN 2 EN 3
CONTENTS 3 TO PRESERVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR
WATCH
Power Source ................................................ 33
1 HOW TO USE Time difference adjustment function ............. 24
Daily care ...................................................... 35
Handling cautions ............................................ 6 How to use the time difference adjustment
function ...................................................... 24 Performance and type ................................... 36
Precautions for diving (Please make sure to
observe the following) ................................... 10 List of time zone differences in major Lumibrite ....................................................... 37
Before diving .............................................. 10 regions of the world ................................... 26 Magnetic resistant performance .................... 38
While diving ............................................... 12 How to use the rotating bezel ........................ 28 Band .............................................................. 40
After diving ................................................. 13 How to use the diver adjuster ........................ 42
2 SOLAR CHARGING FUNCTION
Structure of the case .................................. 14 How to use the diver extender ....................... 44
Charging the battery ...................................... 30
Characteristics .............................................. 15 After sales service ......................................... 46
How to charge the battery .......................... 30
Names of the parts and their functions .......... 16 Guide to charging times ............................. 31 4 TROUBLESHOOTING
Screw down crown ........................................ 17 About energy ................................................. 32 Troubleshooting ............................................ 48
How to set the time and date ......................... 18
5 SPECIFICATIONS
How to set the time and date ..................... 18
Specifications ................................................ 50
Date adjustment at the end of the month ... 21
How to use the 24-hour hand ..................... 22

EN 4 EN 5

1 Handling cautions b CAUTION 1


Please note that there is a risk of minor injury or material damage if the following safety
HOW TO USE

HOW TO USE
regulations are not strictly observed.
b WARNING
Avoid the following places for wearing or keeping the watch:
Please note that there is a risk of serious consequences such as severe injury if the following
○ Places where volatile agents (cosmetics such as polish remover, bug repellent, thinners etc.) are
safety regulations are not strictly observed. vaporizing
○ Places where the temperature drops below ○ Places affected by strong vibrations
Immediately stop wearing the watch in following cases: 5°C or rises above 35°C for a long time ○ Places of high humidity
○ If the watch body or band becomes edged by corrosion etc. ○ Places affected by strong magnetism or static ○ Dusty places
○ If the pins protrude from the band. electricity
* Immediately consult the retailer from whom the watch was purchased or SEIKO CUSTOMER SERVICE
CENTER. If you observe any allergic symptoms or skin irritation
Stop wearing the watch immediately and consult a specialist such as a dermatologist or an allergist.
Keep the watch and accessories out of the reach of babies and children.
Other cautions
Care should be taken to prevent a baby or a child accidentally swallowing the accessories.
○ For adjusting the length of the metallic band, specialized knowledge and expertise are necessary.
If a baby or child swallows the battery or accessories, immediately consult a doctor, as it will be Therefore, in such a case, contact the retailer from whom the watch was purchased. If you attempt
harmful to the health of the baby or child. to adjust the metallic band, injury may occur to your hand or fingers, or parts of the band may be
lost.
Do not remove the secondary battery from the watch. ○ Do not disassemble or tamper with the watch.
* About the secondary battery → Power Source → P.33 ○ Please follow local government directions when disposing of the watch body and secondary
Replacement of the secondary battery requires professional knowledge and skill. Please ask the retailer battery.
from whom the watch was purchased for replacement of the secondary battery. ○ Keep the watch out of the reach of babies and children. Extra care should be taken to avoid risks
Installation of an ordinary silver oxide battery can generate heat that can cause bursting and ignition. of any injury or allergic rash or itching that may be caused when you touch the watch.
○ If your watch is of the fob or pendant type, the strap or chain attached to the watch may damage
your clothes, or injure the hand, neck, or other parts of your body.

EN 6 EN 7
1 b WARNING b CAUTION 1
Please note that there is a risk of minor injury or material damage if the following safety
HOW TO USE

HOW TO USE
Never use the watch, in saturation diving using helium gas. regulations are not strictly observed.

Do not turn or pull out the crown when the watch is wet.
Water may get inside of the watch.
b WARNING * If the inner surface of the glass is clouded with condensation or water droplets appear
inside of the watch for a long time, the water resistant performance of the watch is
While diving, never operate the watch in any other manner than set forth in the instruction deteriorated. Immediately consult the retailer from whom the watch was purchased or
manual. SEIKO CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER.

Do not leave moisture, sweat and dirt on the watch for a long time.
Be aware of a risk that a water resistant watch may lessen its water resistant
b WARNING performance because of deterioration of the adhesive on the glass or gasket, or
the development of rust on stainless steel.
Before using the diver’s watch, you have to be properly trained in various types of diving and
possess the requisite experience and skill to dive safely. When diving, strictly abide by the
rules of diving.
Do not wear the watch while taking a bath or a sauna.
Steam, soap or some components of a hot spring may accelerate the
deterioration of water resistant performance of the watch.

EN 8 EN 9

1 Precautions for diving (Please make sure to observe the following) 1


4 The crown is completely
screwed in.
HOW TO USE

HOW TO USE
■ Before diving * “Screw down crown” → P.17
Before diving, check the following:
* “Names of the parts and their functions” → P.16 5 There are no visible cracks or
scratches on the crystal or
watch band.
1 The time is correctly set.
1 6 The band is firmly attached to
2 The seconds hand is moving at
one-second intervals.
the watch (with spring bars,
clamp or other parts.) 4
If the hand is moving at two-
second intervals or it is
5
stopped, place the dial under
light to charge the battery.
6
* “Charging the battery” → P.30 2
3 The rotating bezel turns
smoothly. b CAUTION
(The bezel rotation must not be
If there are any malfunctions, contact the retailer from whom the watch was purchased
too loose or too tight.)
* “How to use the rotating bezel” → P.28
3 or SEIKO CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER.

EN 10 EN 11
1 ■ While diving ■ After diving 1
Please observe the following cautions for use. Please follow the care instructions below after diving.
HOW TO USE

HOW TO USE
The watch can be used for air diving within the water Do not operate the crown or buttons underwater. Rinse the watch in fresh water to wash out all seawater and wipe it thoroughly dry to prevent rust.
resistant range displayed on the dial. Avoid pouring running water onto the watch directly from a faucet. Put some water into a bowl first, and
then soak the watch in the water to wash it.

b CAUTION
Depending on the environment where a diver’s watch is used, its inner parts or movement
as well as its case or band may be affected. We recommend that you have your watch
Take care not to bump the watch against hard Bezel rotation may become slightly harder in the overhauled regularly once every 3 or 4 years.
objects such as rocks. water but this is not a malfunction.

EN 12 EN 13

1 ■ Structure of the case Characteristics 1


In the following types of models, take care of the following issues in usage.
HOW TO USE

HOW TO USE
The bezel or protective outer case is securely fastened to the watch with setscrews.
Never loosen the setscrews. ■ Water resistant This watch is equipped with water resistant performance to be used
setscrew setscrew performance for air diving... in water for a long period of time with scuba diving tanks. (It cannot
be used for saturation diving that uses helium gas.)

■ Time difference adjustment When you move to a location with a different time zone, you can
function..................................... easily set the watch to indicate the local time.
→ P.24

■ GMT function........................ The watch can display time in two different time zones by indicating
two different times with the hour hand and 24-hour hand.
“Indicating the time of two different regions (As a dual time
indicator)” → P.23
* The above illustration is provided as an example, therefore it may not be exactly the same as your watch.
■ Solar charging function....... The watch operates while charging electricity by converting light
b CAUTION received on a solar cell placed beneath the dial to electrical energy.
It cannot properly operate unless the remaining energy is sufficient.
Never loosen the setscrews used to fix the bezel or protective outer case. Place or store the watch in a location receiving light etc., to
Doing so may cause damage or result in further loosening. sufficiently charge electricity.
* If you find that the setscrews have become loose or are functioning abnormally, consult the retailer from whom
the watch was purchased or SEIKO CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER. “How to charge the battery” → P.30
“Guide to charging times” → P.31
“Power Source” → P.33

EN 14 EN 15
1
HOW TO USE
Names of the parts and their functions Screw down crown 1

HOW TO USE
The screw down crown features a mechanism that can securely lock the crown when it is not
1 Minute hand
being operated in order to prevent any operational errors and to improve its water resistant
1 2 Hour hand performance.
• It is necessary to unlock the screw down crown before operating it.
3 Seconds hand • Once you have finished operating the crown, make sure to relock it.
2 4 24-hour hand
[To unlock the crown] [To lock the crown]
5 5 Date Turn the crown counterclockwise to unscrew it. Turn the crown clockwise while gently pressing it in
3 Now the crown can be operated. toward the watch body until it stops.
6 Crown
6 7 Rotating bezel Crown locked Crown unlocked
Unlock the crown before After operating the crown,
“How to use the rotating bezel” → P.28 operating it. lock it.

4 Rotate while
Unscrew pressing
7 the crown in.

* When locking the crown, turn it slowly with care, ensuring that the screw is properly engaged. Be careful not to
* The position and design of the display may vary depending on the model.
push it in forcefully, as doing so may damage the screw hole in the case.

EN 16 EN 17

1 How to set the time and date 2 Turn the crown to set the time of the 24-
hour hand and the minute hand.
1
In order to set the time accurately, turn the minute
HOW TO USE

HOW TO USE
■ How to set the time and date hand 4 to 5 minutes ahead and then return it to the
To set both time and date, set the 24-hour hand and minute hand first, and then set the date and correct time.
* As the hour hand moves together, it may point to a
the hour hand.
different time from the one you wish to set, or the date
* To adjust the date only on a day such as the next day after the completion of a month that has less than 31 days
may change. Please set the minute hand and the 24-
(February, April, June, September and November), please refer to “Date adjustment at the end of the month”
hour hand first.
→ P.21.

First, set the 24-hour hand and the minute hand.

1 Pull out the crown to the second click


when the seconds hand is pointing at
Pull out the crown
to the second click
3 Push the crown back in to the normal
the 0 second position. The seconds when the seconds position.
hand stops moving. hand is pointing at Thereby, the 24-hour hand, the minute hand and
* For models with screw down crown, please unlock the the 0 second the seconds hand will be in alignment.
crown before operating it. * Time signal service is useful for second setting.
position.

EN 18 EN 19
1
Next, set the date and the hour hand.
■ Date adjustment at the end of the month 1
4 Pull out the crown to the first click. It is necessary to adjust the date at the end of February and 30-day months.
HOW TO USE

HOW TO USE
The seconds hand continues moving. Pull out the crown to the first
Ex.) To adjust the date in the A.M. period on the first day of a month following a 30-day month
click
The watch displays “31” instead of “1.” Pull out the crown to the first click.
Turn the crown to set the date to “1” and then push the crown back in to the normal position.

5 Turn the crown to set the date and the


hour hand.
* Each time the hour hand makes two full rotations, the date is adjusted by one day.
* For models with screw down crown, please be sure to lock the crown after operating it.
Each time the hour hand makes two full rotations,
the date is adjusted one day. While turning the The hour hand moves Pull out the crown to the first
crown, the moment the date changes is midnight. counterclockwise click
Please be sure that AM/PM is set correctly and then
set the time.
* The crown can be turned in either direction, however,
it is recommended that you turn the crown in the
direction which enables you to set the date with
smaller adjustments. The hour hand moves
* Turn the crown slowly, checking that the hour hand
moves in one-hour increments. clockwise
* When adjusting the hour hand, the other hands may
move slightly. However, this is not a malfunction.

6 Push the crown back in to the normal


position.
Push the crown back in to the
* For models with screw down crown, please be sure to
lock the crown after operating it. normal position

EN 20 EN 21

1 ■ How to use the 24-hour hand ● Indicating the time of two different regions (As a dual time indicator) 1
There are two ways to use the 24-hour hand as follows. It is possible to indicate the time of a region that is different from the time indicated by the hour and minute
HOW TO USE

HOW TO USE
hand.
The watch offers two display modes. You can choose it depending on your needs and preferences.
● Distinguishing between AM and PM (Standard usage type) “Time difference adjustment function” → P.24
The time indicated by the hour and minute hand is shown in 24-hour format. “How to set the time and date” → P.18

【Example】 【Example 1】 【Example 2】


Hour hand, date : Japan Hour hand, date : A region (Japan) Hour hand, date : B region (Honolulu)
24-hour hand : Japan 24-hour hand : B region (Honolulu) 24-hour hand : A region (Japan)

Japan : At 10:08 AM on 6th


Hour hand
Hour hand

Date Date
24-hour
hand
24-hour hand

Japan : At 10:08 AM on 6th


Honolulu : At 3:08 PM on 5th

EN 22 EN 23
1 Time difference adjustment function 3 Turn the crown to set the hour hand and the date to indicate the time of the
region you wish to set. 1
Please set it after making sure that the date and AM/PM are correctly set.
HOW TO USE

HOW TO USE
When using the watch in a region with a different time zone, you can easily set the watch to indicate * Please set it by referring to “List of time zone differences in major regions of the world” → P.26.
the local time. * During this operation, the hour hand and the date move in tandem. If AM/PM is not correctly set, the date
The time can be adjusted without stopping the watch. may be off by 12 hours. While turning the crown, the moment the date changes is midnight.
The hour hand and the date move in tandem. By setting the hour hand, it is adjusted to indicate
the date of your desired region having different time zone.
The time difference can be adjusted in one-hour increments.

■ How to use the time difference adjustment function Minus 1 hour Plus 1 hour

1 Make sure that the hour hand, minute hand and the date correctly indicate the
time and date of the region before changing the time zone.
* “How to set the time and date” → P.18

2 Pull out the crown to the first click.


The seconds hand continues moving. Pull out the crown to the first
* Turn the crown slowly, checking that the hour hand moves in one-hour increments.
* When adjusting the hour hand, the other hands may move slightly. However, this is not a malfunction.
* For models with screw down crown, please unlock the * When you set the time to any time between 9:00 PM and midnight, by turning the hour hand counterclockwise
click passing midnight, move the hour hand back to 8:00 PM, and then carry out the setting. (It is an operation to
crown before operating it.
move the date back.)

4 Push the crown back in to the normal


position.
Push the crown back in to the
* For models with screw down crown, please be sure to
lock the crown after operating it. normal position

EN 24 EN 25

1 ■ List of time zone differences in major regions of the world In the regions marked with H, daylight saving time is introduced. (As of May 2022)
1
• To adjust the time difference, please refer to “How to use the time difference adjustment function” Name of the Time difference Time difference
Other cities
representing cities from Japan from UTC
HOW TO USE

HOW TO USE
→ P.24.
ParisH -8 hours +1 hour RomeH, BerlinH
Name of the Time difference Time difference
Other cities LondonH -9 hours ±0 hour
representing cities from Japan from UTC
WellingtonH +3 hours +12 hours AucklandH Azores IslandsH -10 hours -1 hour
Noumea +2 hours +11 hours Rio de Janeiro -12 hours -3 hours
SydneyH +1 hour +10 hours Guam Island Santo Domingo -13 hours -4 hours
Tokyo ±0 hour +9 hours Seoul, Pyongyang New YorkH -14 hours -5 hours MontrealH
Hong Kong -1 hour +8 hours Beijing, Singapore ChicagoH -15 hours -6 hours Mexico CityH
Bangkok -2 hours +7 hours Jakarta DenverH -16 hours -7 hours
Dhaka -3 hours +6 hours Los AngelesH -17 hours -8 hours
Karachi -4 hours +5 hours AnchorageH -18 hours -9 hours
Dubai -5 hours +4 hours Honolulu -19 hours -10 hours
Jeddah -6 hours +3 hours Midway Island -20 hours -11 hours
Cairo -7 hours +2 hours AthensH * There are time zone differences around the world based on time offsets from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).
UTC = Coordinated Universal Time The world is divided into 24 time zones where each part has a time difference of one hour. This system is adopted
UTC is a universal standard time determined by international agreements. It is used as the official time internationally in such a way that one full rotation of the earth corresponds to 24 hours (one day).
Depending on the country or the region, daylight saving time (summer time) is adopted individually.
around the world when recording the time. UTC is a time coordinated by adding leap seconds to the
* Daylight saving time, being defined as time difference +1 hour, is a system that advances the time by 1 hour during
“International Atomic Time (UTI)” determined from atomic clocks in the world, in order to correct the summer time to prolong the daylight hours.
deviation from the astronomically defined universal time (UT). * Time difference and daylight saving time are subject to change depending on the conditions of the respective
countries or regions.
EN 26 EN 27
How to use the rotating bezel
[One-Way rotating bezel]
1 As the evaluation of the remaining air in your cylinder is based on the information of the elapsed time of the dive, 1
the rotating bezel for a diver’s watch is designed to rotate only counterclockwise, so that the watch is prevented
HOW TO USE

HOW TO USE
By setting the rotating bezel beforehand, the elapsed time since the start of an event can be measured. from displaying the elapsed time shorter than it actually is.

1 you
At the start of the event, for which Example: When you start diving at 10:10 am.
want to measure the elapsed b CAUTION
time (for example, when you start
Align the mark Make sure that you check the correct remaining amount of air in your cylinder before diving.
diving), rotate the bezel so that
with the minute hand Use the display of the elapsed time by the rotating bezel only as a guide during diving.
the mark on the bezel is
aligned with the minute hand. Rotating direction of
* The rotating bezel is designed to rotate only
counterclockwise. the bezel
Do not forcibly rotate it clockwise.
“[One-Way rotating bezel]” → P.29
Example: After 20 minutes has elapsed
2 Read the graduation on the
rotating bezel to which the
minute hand is pointing.
The graduation on the rotating bezel to
which the minute hand is pointing indicates
the elapsed time. Elapsed time

* The above illustration is provided as an example, therefore it may not be exactly the same as your watch.
EN 28 EN 29

Charging the battery ■ Guide to charging times


Charge the watch using the times below as a guide.
2 ■ How to charge the battery The figures of “Time required for charging the watch to start moving at one-second intervals” are estimations
2
Expose the dial to light to charge the watch. of time required to charge the stopped watch by exposing it to light until it moves at steady one-second
SOLAR CHARGING FUNCTION

SOLAR CHARGING FUNCTION


intervals. Even if the watch is partially charged for a shorter period, the watch will resume one-second
interval movement. However, it may shortly return to two-second interval movement. Use the charging time
in this column as a rough guide for sufficient charging time.
* The required charging time slightly varies depending on the model of the watch.
Time required for
Time required Time required
charging the
Illuminance for fully for charging the
Light source Condition (Example) watch to start
lx (LUX) charging the watch to last for
moving at one-
watch 1 day
second intervals
To ensure optimal performance of the watch, make Under the following situations, the energy of the watch is 700 Fluorescent light General offices - 17 hours 2 hours
sure that the watch is kept sufficiently charged at all likely to be depleted, resulting in stoppage of the watch: 3,000 Fluorescent light 30 W 20 cm 190 hours 4 hours 35 minutes
times. • The watch is concealed under a sleeve. 10,000 Sunlight Cloudy day 55 hours 1 hour 10 minutes
• The watch is used or stored under conditions where Sunny day (Under direct
it cannot be exposed to light for a long time. 100,000 Sunlight sunlight on a summer 15 hours 20 minutes 3 minutes
* Be careful to make sure that the watch does not get hot when it is charging. (The operating temperature range is day)
-10°C to +60°C.)
* When you first start using the watch or starting it after it stopped due to a lack of charge, charge the watch sufficiently
using the table on P.31 as a guide.

EN 30 EN 31
About energy Power Source
When the energy stored in the watch is running down, the seconds hand starts moving at two- The battery used in this watch is a special secondary battery, which is different from ordinary
2 second intervals. batteries.
If the energy runs out, the watch will stop. Unlike an ordinary silver oxide battery, the secondary battery does not require periodic
SOLAR CHARGING FUNCTION

If the seconds hand starts moving at two-second intervals, fully charge the watch. replacement. 3
The capacity or charging efficiency may gradually lower due to long-term use or operating

TO PRESERVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR WATCH


How to charge the battery → P.30 environment.
Guide to charging times → P.31 In addition, long-term use may shorten the charge duration due to wear, contamination, lubricant
deterioration of mechanical parts, etc. Request repair when the performance lowers.

b WARNING
■ Notes on replacing the secondary battery
• Do not remove the secondary battery from the watch.
Replacement of the secondary battery requires professional knowledge and skill.
Please ask the retailer from whom the watch was purchased for replacement of the
secondary battery.
• Installation of an ordinary silver oxide battery can generate heat that can cause
bursting and ignition.

EN 32 EN 33

* Overcharge prevention function


When the secondary battery is fully charged, the overcharge prevention function is automatically Daily care
activated to avoid further charging.
There is no need to worry about damage caused by overcharging no matter how much the
secondary battery is charged in excess of the “time required for fully charging the watch.”
● The watch requires good daily care
* For the required time to fully charge the battery, see “Guide to charging times” → P.31. • Do not wash the watch when its crown is in the extended position.
3 • Wipe away moisture, sweat or dirt with a soft cloth. 3
• After soaking the watch in seawater, be sure to wash the watch in clean pure water and wipe it dry
b WARNING
TO PRESERVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR WATCH

TO PRESERVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR WATCH


carefully.
Do not pour running water directly from a faucet onto the watch. Put some water into a bowl first, and
■ Notes on charging the watch then soak the watch in the water to wash it.
* If your watch is rated as “Non-water resistant” or “water resistant for everyday life,” do not wash the watch.
• When charging the watch, do not place the watch in close proximity to an intense light
“Performance and type” → P.36
source such as lighting equipment for photography, spotlights or incandescent lights,
as the watch may be excessively heated resulting in damage to its internal parts.
● Turn the crown from time to time
• When charging the watch by exposure to direct sunlight, avoid places that easily reach
high temperatures, such as a car dashboard. • In order to prevent corrosion of the crown, turn the crown from time to time.
• Always keep the watch temperature under 60°C. • The same practice should be applied to a screw down crown.
“Screw down crown” → P.17

EN 34 EN 35
Performance and type Lumibrite
The case back shows the caliber and performance of your watch If your watch has Lumibrite
Lumibrite is a luminous paint that absorbs the light energy of sunlight and lighting apparatuses in a short
time and stores it to emit light in the dark. For example, if exposed to a light of more than 500 lux for
3 Water resistant performance ER
'S WATCH
20 approximately 10 minutes, Lumibrite can emit light for 3 to 5 hours. Please note, however, that, as Lumibrite 3
emits the light it stores, the luminance level of the light decreases gradually over time. The duration of the
IV 0

m
TO PRESERVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR WATCH

TO PRESERVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR WATCH


emitted light may also differ slightly depending on such factors as the brightness of the place where the

ST
.ST
watch is exposed to light and the distance from the light source to the watch.

JAPAN

EEL S A P PHI
Magnetic resistant * In general, when coming from a place that is bright to a place that is dark, it takes human eyes some time to adapt
performance

A0
to the darkness making it difficult to see objects initially. (Dark adaptation)

00

RE
* Lumibrite is luminous paint that stores and emits light, which is harmless to human beings and the environment,

00

CR
5-
ST

containing no toxic materials such as radioactive substances.

Y
Case Number
6 AL
5K
123456
<Brightness levels>
Condition Illumination
Fine weather 100,000 lux
• Water resistant performance • Magnetic resistant performance Sunlight
Cloudy weather 10,000 lux
• Case Number Please refer to P.38 and P.39.
Fine weather More than 3,000 lux
The number to identify the type of your watch. Indoor (Window-side during
Cloudy weather 1,000 to 3,000 lux
daytime)
* The above illustration is provided as an example, therefore it may not be exactly the same as your watch. Rainy weather Less than 1,000 lux
Distance to the watch: 1 m 1,000 lux
Lighting apparatus (40-watt daylight
Distance to the watch: 3 m 500 lux (Average room luminance)
fluorescent light)
Distance to the watch: 4 m 250 lux

EN 36 EN 37

Magnetic resistant performance Examples of common magnetic products that may affect watches
Affected by nearby magnetism,
a watch may temporarily gain or lose time or stop operating.

Diver’s watches feature magnetic resistant performance which is equivalent to or above JIS Class 1.
3 3
b DANGER
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Indication on the case back Condition of use
Keep the watch more than 5 cm away from magnetic products.
No indication Smartphone, cellular phone, tablet terminal AC adapter Bag
(JIS level-1 standard)
(Speaker, magnet of cover) (With magnet
Keep the watch more than 1 cm away from magnetic products. buckle)
(JIS level-2 standard)

If the watch becomes magnetized and its accuracy deteriorates to an extent exceeding the specified rate
under normal use, the watch needs to be demagnetized. In this case, you will be charged for
demagnetization and accuracy readjustment even if it happens within the guarantee period.

The reason why a watch is affected by magnetism


The built-in motor is provided with a magnet, which may be influenced by a strong external magnetic field.
AC-powered Magnetic Portable radio Magnetic Magnetic health
shaver cooking device (Speaker) necklace pillow

EN 38 EN 39
● Polyurethane band
Band • A polyurethane band is susceptible to discoloration from light, and may be deteriorated by solvent or
atmospheric humidity.
The band touches the skin directly and becomes dirty with sweat or dust. Therefore, lack of care • Especially a translucent, white, or pale colored band easily adsorbs other colors, resulting in color smears
may accelerate deterioration of the band or cause skin irritation or stain on the sleeve edge. or discoloration.
The watch requires a lot of attention for long usage. • Wash out dirt in water and clean it off with a dry cloth.
3 ● Metallic band
(Protect the watch body from water splashes by wrapping it up in plastic wrap etc.)
• When the band becomes less flexible, have the band replaced with a new one. If you continue to use
3
the band as it is, the band may develop cracks or become brittle over time.
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• Moisture, sweat or soil will cause rust even on a stainless steel band if they are left for a long time.
• Lack of care may result in a rash or cause a yellowish or gold stain on the lower sleeve edge of shirts. ● Silicone band
• Wipe off moisture, sweat or soil with a soft cloth as soon as possible.
• To clean the soil around the joint gaps of the band, wipe it out in water and then brush it off with a soft • As for material characteristics, the band is easily dirtied, and may be stained and discolored.
toothbrush. Wipe off dirt with a wet cloth or cleaning tissue.
(Protect the watch body from water splashes by wrapping it up in plastic wrap etc.) • Unlike bands of other materials, cracks may result in the band being cut. Take care not to damage the
Clean it off with a soft cloth. band with an edged tool.
• Because some titan bands use pins made of stainless steel, which has outstanding strength, rust may
form in the stainless steel parts.
Notes on skin
• If rust advances, pins may poke out or drop out, and the watch case may fall off the band, or the clasp Skin irritation caused by a band may result from various factors such as allergy to
irritation and
may not open. metals or leathers, or skin reactions against friction on dust or the band itself.
allergy
• If a pin is poking out, personal injury may result. In such a case, refrain from using the watch and request
repair.
Adjust the band to allow a little clearance with your wrist to ensure proper
Notes on the airflow.
length of the band When wearing the watch, leave enough room to insert a finger between
the band and your wrist.

EN 40 EN 41

How to use the diver adjuster 3 While pressing the push


button, lift up the clasp to
Clasp Push button
If your watch’s metallic band has the Diver Adjuster function, the length of the band can be easily release the buckle, and place
adjusted. the watch on your wrist.
It is very useful when you wear the watch over a wet suit or winter clothing.
3 1 Lift up the flap approximately
90°until it stands upright, and
Flap
20° 90°
3
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then press the flap down
further approximately 20°and
lightly hold it.
4 Close the clasp (4-1) first and
then, the flap (4-2).
Flap
(4-2)
Clasp
(4-1)
• When doing so, take care not to push
the flap forcibly. Although you may feel
slight resistance, doing this requires
only a light force.

2 Lightly pull the band on the


6 o’clock side of the watch Band on the
5 Hold both sides of the band to
along the curved line of the 6 o’clock side adjust the length of the slider
of the watch until it fits snugly around your
band to pull out the slider.
• Doing this requires only a light force. wrist.
Take care not to pull the band forcibly.
• The slider can be pulled out
approximately 30 mm. Take care not
to pull it out more than this limit.

EN 42 EN 43
How to use the diver extender 3 Open the two-piece foldover
portion of the Diver Extender in
If your watch’s metallic band has the Diver Extender function, the length of the band can be easily the direction of the arrow.
adjusted. • Some force is required to open the
It is very useful when you wear the watch over a wet suit or winter clothing. foldover portion, and it will click when
it is opened.
3 1 Lift up the flap. Two-piece foldover portion of the Diver
3
Flap Extender
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4 Slide the upper cover of the
Diver Extender in the direction
Upper cover of the Diver Extender

of the arrow, and then, pull it up


to extend the two-piece
foldover portion to the full
2 While pressing the push
button, open the clasp.
Clasp extent.
• After opening the clasp, push the flap
back to the normal position for safety’s
sake.
5 Place the watch on your wrist,
and close the clasp (5-1) first Flap
(5-2)
Clasp
(5-1)
and then, the flap (5-2).
* To fold up the Diver Extender, reverse the
procedure above. When the two-piece
Push button folder portion of the Diver Extender is
folded up completely, it also clicks in the
same manner as when it is opened.

EN 44 EN 45

● Inspection and adjustment by disassembly and cleaning (Overhaul)


After sales service • Periodic inspection and adjustment by disassembly and cleaning (overhaul) is recommended
approximately once every 3 to 4 years in order to maintain optimal performance of the watch for a long
● Notes on guarantee and repair time. According to use conditions, the oil retaining condition of your watch mechanical parts may
deteriorate, abrasion of the parts may occur due to contamination of oil, which may ultimately lead the
• Contact the retailer from whom the watch was purchased or SEIKO CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER watch itself to stop.
3 for repair or overhaul.
• Within the guarantee period, present the certificate of guarantee to receive repair services.
As the parts such as gasket may deteriorate, water-resistant performance may be impaired due to 3
intrusion of perspiration and moisture.
• Guarantee coverage is provided in the certificate of guarantee. Please contact the retailer from whom the watch was purchased for inspection and adjustment by
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Read carefully and retain it. disassembly and cleaning (overhaul). For replacement of parts, please specify “SEIKO GENUINE
• For repair services after the guarantee period has expired, if the functions of the watch can be restored PARTS.” When asking for inspection and adjustment by disassembly and cleaning (overhaul), make
by repair work, we will undertake repair services upon request and payment. sure that the gasket and push pin are also replaced with new ones.
• When your watch is inspected and adjusted by disassembly and cleaning (overhauled), the movement
● Replacement with functional parts of your watch may be replaced.
• Please keep in mind that if original parts are not available, they may be replaced with substitutes whose
outward appearance may differ from the originals. b CAUTION
Depending on the environment where a diver’s watch is used, its inner parts or movement
as well as its case or band may be affected. We recommend that you have your watch
overhauled regularly once every 3 or 4 years.

EN 46 EN 47
Troubleshooting Troubles Possible causes Solutions
If the watch returns to room
Reference

temperature, the accuracy will return


Troubles Possible causes Solutions Reference The watch has been left in extremely
to its original state.
The watch stops Sufficiently charge the battery until high or low temperatures for a long -
If it does not return to its original
operating. The power is completely depleted or low. the seconds hand moves every time.
state, contact the retailer from whom
If you wear the watch every day and this second. the watch was purchased.
occurs, the most likely cause is the watch When you wear the watch, try to make Correct this condition by moving and
The seconds hand is hidden by your sleeves or other P.30
sure that the watch is not hidden by The watch keeping the watch away from the
is moving at two- clothing when you wear it and it is not your sleeves or other clothing.
4 second intervals. sufficiently exposed to light. Additionally, when you take the watch
temporarily gains/ The watch has been left close to an magnetic source, and reset the time.
- 4
loses time. object with a strong magnetic field. If this action does not correct the
off, try to place it in a bright place. condition, contact the retailer from
TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING
The stopped whom the watch was purchased.
watch was You drop the watch, hit it against a
exposed to an hard surface, or wear it while playing If accuracy does not return after
adequate light for active sports. setting the time, consult the retailer -
longer than “the The watch is exposed to strong from whom the watch was purchased.
time required to The time taken to charge will differ vibrations.
The light is too weak.
fully charge the depending on the light intensity. For
More time is required to fully charge P.31 The date changes
watch,” however, details on charging times, see AM/PM is not properly set. Advance the hands by 12 hours. P.18
the watch. at 12 o’clock noon.
it does not resume “Guide to charging times”.
its normal one- A small amount of water has got
Blur in the display Consult the retailer from whom the
second interval inside the watch due to deterioration -
persists. watch was purchased.
movements or of the gasket, etc.
even does not * Contact the retailer from whom the watch was purchased for any other troubles.
start operating.

EN 48 EN 49

Specifications
Cal. 5K65
1. Features 3 hands (hour, minute, second), 24-hour hand, date display
2. Frequency of crystal
32,768 Hz (Hz= Hertz, cycles per second)
oscillator
Monthly average loss/gain ± 15 seconds
3. Loss/gain (Monthly rate)
Only if worn on the wrist in a temperature range of 5°C to 35°C
4. Operational temperature
-10 °C ~ +60 °C
range
5 5. Driving system Step motor system
6. Power source Secondary battery, 1 piece
SPECIFICATIONS

7. Duration Approx. 9 months


8. IC (Integrated Circuit) Oscillator, frequency divider and driving circuit C-MOSIC, 1 piece
* The specifications are subject to change without prior notice due to product improvements.

EN 50

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