Seiko 9R15 Manual - Page 21

Band The band touches the skin directly and becomes dirty from sweat or dust. Therefore, lack of care may accelerate deterioration of the band or cause skin irritation or stain on the sleeve edge. The watch requires a lot of attention for long usage. Metallic band ○ 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 cause a yellowish or gold stain on the lower sleeve edge of shirts. ○ 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 toothbrush (Protect the watch body from water splashes by wrapping it up in plastic wrap etc.). ○ Because some titanium bracelets use pins made of stainless steel, which has outstanding strength, rust may form in the stainless steel parts. ○ If rust advances, pins may poke out or drop out, and the watch case may fall off the bracelet, or the clasp may not open. ○ If a pin is poking out, personal injury may result. In such a case, refrain from using the watch and request repair. Leather band ○ A leather band is susceptible to discoloration and deterioration from moisture, sweat and direct sunlight. ○ Wipe off moisture and sweat as soon as possible by gently blotting them up with a dry cloth. ○ Do not expose the watch to direct sunlight for a long time. ○ Please take care when wearing a watch with light-colored band, as dirt is likely to show up. ○ Refrain from wearing a leather band watch other than Aqua Free bands while bathing, swimming, and when working with water even if the watch itself is water-resistant enforced for daily use (10-BAR/20-BAR water resistant). Polyurethane band ○ A polyurethane band is susceptible to discoloration from light, and may be deteriorated by solvent or atmospheric humidity. ○ Especially a translucent, white, or pale colored band easily adsorbs other colors, resulting in color smears or discoloration. ○ Wash out dirt in water and clean it off with a dry cloth. (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 the band as it is, the band may develop cracks or become brittle over time. Notes on skin irritation and allergy Skin irritation caused by a band has various reasons such as allergy to metals or leathers, or skin reactions against friction on dust or the band itself. Notes on the length of the band Adjust the band to allow a little clearance with your wrist to ensure proper airflow. When wearing the watch, leave enough room to insert a finger between the band and your wrist. 38 English Magnetic resistance (Magnetic influence) Affected by nearby magnetism, a watch may temporarily gain or lose time or stop operating. Indication on the case back Condition of use Certified level Keep the watch more than 5cm away from magnetic products. 4,800A/m Keep the watch more than 1 cm away from magnetic products. 16,000A/m MAGNETIC RESISTANT 40000A/m MAGNETIC RESISTANT 80000A/m The watch can maintain its performance in most cases where it is brought close to (at least 1cm spaced from) magnetic products not only in normal daily life circumstances but also in a special work environments. 40,000A/m 80,000A/m ※ A/m (ampere meter) is the International unit (SI unit) for indicating the magnetic field. Examples of common magnetic products that may affect watches $FMMVMBS
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QJMMPX If the watch becomes magnetized and its accuracy deteriorates to an extent exceeding the specified rate under normal use, the watch may need 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 this watch is affected by magnetism The built-in speed-regulating mechanism is provided with a magnet, which may be influenced by a strong external magnetic field. 39