BREITLING A10380101A2A1 Automatic Chronomat Instruction Manual
- June 17, 2024
- BREITLING
Table of Contents
BREITLING A10380101A2A1 Automatic Chronomat
CHRONOMAT AUTOMATIC 36
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Hour hand
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Minute hand
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Seconds hand
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Bezel
PREPARATION FOR USE
WINDING – TIME-SETTING
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Wind the watch through approximately 40 clockwise turns of the crown.
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Pull the crown out to position 2, and turn it counterclockwise to adjust the calendar to the day prior to the activation date.
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Pull the crown out to position 3. Turn the hands forward until the correct date jumps into place, at midnight. Then adjust the hour and minute.
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Push the crown back into position 1.
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
RIDER-TAB BEZEL
The bezel of your watch is fitted with 4 hour-markers called rider-tabs : they
are used as points of reference to mark a start time or a limit time you wish
to remember. On models without a chronograph, they also provide a “minute
chronograph” function enabling you to measure time elapsed in minutes.
Rider-tabs make it easier to rotate the bezel by giving a better grip
(especially when wearing gloves) and additionally protect the glass.
SUN COMPASS
Your Breitling chronometer may be used as a sun compass, thus enabling you to determine North and South. For regions that have instated daylight saving time, subtract one hour when aligning the watch.
In the Northern Hemisphere
Point the hour hand precisely towards the sun. In relation to the watch dial,
the point located midway between the current time and 12 o’clock indicates
South, North being exactly opposite.
In the Southern Hemisphere
Point the hour-marker located at 12 o’clock on the dial precisely towards the
sun. In relation to the watch dial, the point located midway between the
current time and 12 o’clock indicates North, South being exactly opposite.
MAINTENANCE
Your Breitling chronometer is a sophisticated instrument which is constantly subjected to a wide variety of stresses and strains. Within a very small volume, a large number of components contribute to handling all the functions. Their mechanical action inevitably leads to a certain amount of wear and tear, which may be controlled by maintenance consisting of relubrication and replacing worn components. Like any precision measurement instrument, your watch must be regularly maintained in order to function at its highest level of potential: the frequency of this operation varies according to actual use. Breitling or your authorized retailer will be happy to handle the procedure.
WATER RESISTANCE
The movement of your chronometer is protected by a complex case fitted with gaskets to ensure its water resistance. Under the influence of various external agents – perspiration, chlorinated or salt water, cosmetics, fragrances or dust – these gaskets gradually deteriorate. That is why water resistance cannot be permanently guaranteed. If used intensively in water, we recommend having an annual water resistance check conducted. In any event, such an appraisal must be done every two years. This operation, which takes only a few minutes, may be conducted by a Breitling authorized maintenance centre, or by an authorized retailer (www.breitling.com).
Breitling models are water-resistant to varying degrees. The extent of the water resistance, expressed in metres (M), is a standard value and does not indicate an absolute immersion depth. The crown and pushpieces must not under any circumstances be operated under water or when the watch is wet. The table below indicates the conditions in which your watch may reasonably be used, according to its degree of water resistance:
ACTIVITIES / DEGREE OF WATER RESISTANCE| 3 bar/30 M/100 FT| 5
bar/50 M/165 FT| 10 bar/100 M/330 FT| 50 bar/500 M/1650 FT
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Splashing|
✔
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✔
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✔
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✔
Shower, swimming, surface water sports| |
✔
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✔
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✔
Water-skiing, dives, snorkelling| | |
✔
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✔
Diving| | | |
✔
If your watch is equipped with a screw-lock crown, ensure that this is locked before any use in water. This also applies to screw-lock pushpieces.
USEFUL TIPS
Breitling genuine leather straps are crafted with the most refined materials
and represent extremely high-quality products. Like all objects in natural
skin (shoes, gloves, etc.), their length of life varies considerably,
according to the conditions in which they are worn. ln particular, water,
cosmetics and perspiration accelerate the ageing process. A metal or synthetic
Breitling bracelet is thus better suited to activities involving frequent
contact
with water or moisture.
Breitling metal cases and bracelets are made from the fi nest alloys and
guarantee sturdiness and wearer comfort. Regular cleaning by rinsing and
brushing in clean water will keep your watch shiny. This operation is strongly
recommended after each immersion in salty or chlorinated water. For watches
fitted with a leather strap, the same advice applies, as well as avoiding
getting the strap wet.
WHAT TO AVOID
Like any valuable objects, Breitling chronometers deserve special care. It is
important to protect them from jarring and knocks by hard objects, and not to
expose them to chemical products, solvents, dangerous gases, or magnetic
fields. Moreover, your Breitling chronometer is designed to run smoothly at
temperatures ranging between 0°C and 50°C.
Breitling Automatic
Please note that the diagram above is meant for illustrative purposes and
might slightly differ from reality.
YOUR BREITLING CHRONOMETER
A chronometer is a high-precision time-keeping instrument that has
successfully passed the entire battery of tests imposed by the COSC (Swiss
Official Chronometer Testing Institute), a neutral and independent body which
individually tests each movement according to the specifications in force.
CAUTION
Mechanical watches with date, day, month, and moon-phase indicators are
equipped with a complex mechanism that is set in motion between 8 pm and 3 am.
It is vital to avoid adjusting the calendar or moving the hands backwards
during this period.
STEP 1
Check whether the crown should be unscrewed (counterclockwise) before you
carry out the following steps.
STEP 2
Wind the watch with approximately 40 clockwise turns of the crown.
STEP 3
If the watch has no date aperture, pull the crown out to position 2. Set the
hour and minute hands.
If the watch does have a date aperture, proceed as follows: pull the crown out to position 3. Turn it so that the hour and minute hands point to 06:25. Push the crown into position 2. Turn it counterclockwise or clockwise to set the date to the previous day. Pull the crown out to position 3. Turn the hands forwards until the correct date appears at midnight. Set the hour and minute hands.
STEP 4
Push the crown back into position 1. If you had to unscrew the crown in step
1, follow this final step:
press the crown gently, turning it clockwise, then tighten it again until you
feel some resistance.
Do not force it!
STEP 5
For further details, please refer to the full User Manual which can be
accessed by scanning the QR Code on the Quick Start Guide or visit
www.breitling.com/user-manuals.
WHAT TO AVOID
Like any valuable object, Breitling chronometers deserve special care. It is
important to protect them from jarring and knocks by hard objects. Do not
expose them to chemical products, solvents, dangerous gases, or magnetic
fields. Your Breitling chronometer is designed to run smoothly at temperatures
ranging between 0°C and 50°C.
WARRANTY
Please check if your warranty has been activated by scanning the QR Code. Note
that Breitling watches purchased from an authorized Breitling retailer are
guaranteed against any manufacturing defects, as indicated on our website
under www.breitling.com/international-warranty
Detailed information about the specific warranty terms, coverage and exclusions applicable to your product is accessible in your warranty account at www.breitling.com/my-account
Detailed information about our after-sales service and applicable terms and conditions is accessible on our website under www.breitling.com/service- terms
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