FUNCTIONS OF THE CROWN
X
Normal position (screwed in)
0
Winding position
1
Date setting
2
Time setting
NORMAL POSITION
This watch has a screw-in crown. Screwing the crown into its normal position (X) prevents the inad-
vertent adjustment of the time or date and also acts as a double seal to prevent water from seeping
into the case. To release the crown, unscrew it by turning it to the left, where it automatically assumes
position 0, the winding position. By depressing the crown into position X and turning it to the right at
the same time, it is screwed down firmly again and secured.
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X
0
With the crown in the winding position (0), you can also wind the automatic movement by hand. A few
revolutions of the crown are enough to start the movement. However, it is recommended to wind
the watch by turning the crown through approximately 20 revolutions as this will ensure maximum
precision.
1
2
If a month has fewer than 31 days, you will need to set the date manually to the first day of the following
month. Release the screw-in crown and pull it out to position 1. You can now set the date by turning
the crown to the left (direct advance). You should not use the rapid-adjustment function between
8 p.m. and 2 a.m. because the movement automatically advances the date during this period.
Pull out the crown to position 2. This will stop the movement. To set the time accurately to the second,
it is best to stop the movement as the seconds hand passes 60. Now move the minute hand a few
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WINDING POSITION
DATE SET TING
TIME SET TING
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