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TAKING CARE OF YOUR WATCH

BATTERY LIFE

3 years on average

MOVEMENT

Quartz

HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU SERVICE YOUR WATCH?

Check water resistance every 2 years (or annually, if in frequent contact with water)

Full review every 4-5 years

 

Your watches water resistance features are engraved on the case back next to the fish marking.

This water resistance marking indicates the depth to which the movement is protected from dust, moisture, and any damage that may occur if it is submerged at that depth. Seals are used to make watches water-resistant. To ensure continuous water resistance, we recommend replacing the seals every two years from the date of first use. It is also advisable to have our experts test your watch's water resistance every year if it has been exposed to seawater or pool water for long periods. Never adjust the crown while submerged in water because it may leak into the case. It is best to remove your watch before taking a shower or bath and before entering a sauna or steam room because heat, soap and steam can prematurely age the water-resistant seals.

Condensation under the crystal indicates that water has got into the watch and it must be checked as soon as possible.

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In quartz movement watches, the movement is powered by a battery that can last for 2-4 years, depending on the model. If the battery is completely discharged or low (the centre second hand on some watches will begin jumping four seconds faster), we recommend taking it to our expert watchmakers as soon as possible. Never leave a flat battery in your watch. It can leak and permanently damage the movement.

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Before caring for your watch strap, we recommend checking that the crown is properly screwed down or pushed in.

Clean the strap with soapy water then rinse thoroughly. Dry with a soft cloth.

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Servicing

Watches are one of those rare objects that operate continuously. To preserve its reliability and extend its lifespan, your watch should be regularly serviced by our certified workshops equipped with all the necessary tools and parts. Only CHANEL watchmakers are officially qualified to repair and service your watch.

Recommended routine service schedule:

EVERY 2 YEARS:
MAINTENANCE SERVICE (includes the following steps):

  1. Disassemble the watch
  2. Check the movement
  3. Replace the battery (quartz watches) or calibrate the movement (automatic watches)
  4. Disassemble and clean the watch with ultrasound
  5. Replace any damaged parts
  6. Reassemble the watch and replace water-resistant seals
  7. Replace bars and screws, if necessary
  8. Test the water resistance
  9. Check the condition of strap and clasp
  10. Monitor operation of quartz watches for 48 hours, automatic watches for 72 hours, automatic chronograph models for 96 hours

Servicing

EVERY 4-5 YEARS:
FULL SERVICE (includes the following steps):

  1. Disassemble the watch
  2. Automatic movements: disassemble, clean, wind and calibrate the movement
  3. Quartz movements: replace movement and battery
  4. Disassemble the watch, replace any damaged parts
  5. Polish steel and gold parts
  6. Clean components with ultrasound
  7. Reassemble watch and replace water-resistant seals
  8. Replace bars and screws, if necessary
  9. Test the water resistance
  10. Check the condition of strap and clasp
  11. Monitor operation of quartz watches for 48 hours, automatic watches for 72 hours, automatic chronograph models for 96 hours

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Battery

All products:

  • Remove and immediately recycle or dispose of used batteries according to local regulations and keep away from children. Do NOT dispose of batteries in household trash or incinerate.
  • Even used batteries may cause severe injury or death.
  • Call a local poison control center for treatment information.
  • 3-Volt Lithium Battery, or 1.5-Volt Silver Oxide battery.
  • Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.
  • Do not force discharge, recharge, disassemble, heat above 50°C/122°F, or incinerate. Doing so may result in injury due to venting, leakage or explosion resulting in chemical burns.

Battery

Products with replaceable batteries:

  • Ensure the batteries are installed correctly according to polarity (+ and -).
  • Do not mix old and new batteries, different brands or types of batteries, such as alkaline, carbon-zinc, or rechargeable batteries.
  • Remove and immediately recycle or dispose of batteries from equipment not used for an extended period of time according to local regulations.
  • Always completely secure the battery compartment. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product, remove the batteries, and keep them away from children.

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