Timex Weekender Chronograph Watch Instruction Manual

Introduction

Welcome to the instruction manual for your Timex Weekender Chronograph Watch. This timepiece combines classic style with practical functionality, featuring an INDIGLO backlight for visibility in low light and a precise chronograph for timing events. This manual will guide you through the setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your watch.

This image shows the Timex Weekender Chronograph Watch with a brown leather slip-through strap and a blue dial with white numerals and sub-dials.

Watch Components and Layout

Understanding the different parts of your Timex Weekender Chronograph watch is essential for proper use.

This diagram illustrates the key components of the watch, including the chronograph minutes subdial, chronograph seconds hand, time seconds subdial, chronograph tenth of a second subdial, chronograph start/stop pusher, chronograph set date/time/activate Indiglo crown, and chronograph split/reset pusher.

• Crown: Used for setting time and date, and activating INDIGLO.
• Pushers: Buttons located above and below the crown for chronograph functions.
• Main Dial: Displays hours and minutes.
• Sub-dials:
  • Time Seconds Sub-dial: (Typically at 6 o'clock) Displays current seconds for regular timekeeping.
  • Chronograph Minutes Sub-dial: (Typically at 10 o'clock) Measures elapsed minutes during chronograph operation.
  • Chronograph 1/20th Second Sub-dial: (Typically at 2 o'clock) Measures fractions of a second during chronograph operation.
• INDIGLO Backlight: Electroluminescent technology for illuminating the watch face in low light.

Setup

Follow these steps to set up your Timex Weekender Chronograph watch.

Setting Time and Date

1. Pull the crown out to the second position (two clicks).
2. Turn the crown in either direction to set the hour and minute hands to the current time.
3. Push the crown back in to the first position (one click) to set the date. Turn the crown to adjust the date.
4. Push the crown fully back in to secure the settings.

Calibrating Chronograph Hands

Ensure chronograph hands are reset to zero before use.

1. Pull the crown out to the mid position (first click).
2. Press the lower right pusher to reset the chronograph minute hand to the 30 position.
3. Pull the crown out another step (second click).
4. Press the upper right pusher until the chronograph second hand moves to the 12 o'clock position.
5. Press the lower right pusher again until the chronograph 1/20th second hand resets to the zero position.
6. Push the crown fully back in.

Official Setup Video

This video from Timex provides a visual guide on how to set up your Timex Chronograph watch, including setting the time and calibrating the chronograph hands. It also demonstrates the INDIGLO backlight feature.

Operating the Chronograph

Standard Measurement

1. To start timing, press the upper right pusher. The chronograph second hand will begin to move.
2. To stop timing, press the upper right pusher again. The hands will stop, displaying the elapsed time.
3. To resume timing from where it stopped, press the upper right pusher once more.
4. To reset the chronograph, press the lower right pusher when the timing is stopped. All chronograph hands will return to zero.

Split Time Measurement

1. To start timing, press the upper right pusher.
2. To take a split time (pause the display while timing continues in the background), press the lower right pusher. The hands will pause, allowing you to read the split time.
3. To resume displaying the running time, press the lower right pusher again. The hands will quickly catch up to the current elapsed time.
4. To stop timing, press the upper right pusher.
5. To reset the chronograph, press the lower right pusher.

Chronograph Operation Video

This video provides a comprehensive guide on operating the chronograph feature, including layout, calibration, standard measurement, and split time measurement.

Maintenance

Water Resistance

Your Timex Weekender watch is water resistant to 30 meters (100 feet). This means it can withstand splashes or brief immersion in water.

Important: It is not suitable for swimming or bathing. Do not press any buttons underwater unless your watch is indicated as 200-meter water resistant.

This chart provides a visual guide to the water resistance levels of Timex watches, indicating suitable activities for each depth rating.

Strap Care

The adjustable brown leather slip-through strap is durable. To maintain its quality, avoid prolonged exposure to water and harsh chemicals. Clean with a soft, damp cloth if necessary. The slip-through design allows for easy replacement with other compatible straps.

Troubleshooting

Watch Not Keeping Time

• Battery: The watch requires 1 Lithium Metal battery. If the watch stops or runs intermittently, the battery may need replacement.
• Crown Position: Ensure the crown is fully pushed in. If it's pulled out, the watch will not keep time.

Chronograph Hands Not Resetting to Zero

• Perform the "Calibrating Chronograph Hands" procedure detailed in the Setup section.

INDIGLO Not Working

• Ensure the crown is pressed firmly.
• Check battery level, as low battery can affect backlight performance.

Specifications

Warranty and Support

For detailed warranty information and customer support, please refer to the official Timex website or the full user manual provided with your purchase.

You can also find the official User Manual (PDF) here.

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