BREITLING Super AVI B04 Chronograph GMT 46 Smart Watch Instruction Manual

BREITLING Super AVI B04 Chronograph GMT 46 Smart Watch

YOUR BREITLING CHRONOMETER

A chronometer is a high-precision instrument that has successfully passed the entire battery of tests imposed by COSC (Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute), a neutral and independent body which individually tests each movement according to the prescriptions in force.
The certification test for wristwatches with sprung balance oscillators, according to standard ISO 3159, consists of observing each movement for 15 days and 15 nights, in 5 positions and at 3 different temperatures (8°C, 23°C, 38°C). In order to earn the prestigious chronometer label, a movement’s performances must meet 7 very strict criteria, including a daily variation in rate ranging between only -4/+6 seconds.
The term “chronometer” should not be confused with that of “chronograph”, which is a complicated watch fitted with an additional mechanism for measurement of the duration of an event. A chronograph is not necessarily chronometer-certified, but all Breitling chronographs bear the much-coveted title of “chronometer”.

PREPARATION FOR USE

SETTING THE HOME TIME

1. Wind the watch through approximately 40 clockwise turns of the crown.

2. Pull the crown out to position 3. Position the red arrow-tipped hand C (24H scale) on the current home time and then adjust the minute hand D.

3. Push the crown back into position 2 and then turn the independent hour hand E to display the correct date, which jumps at midnight.
   Then position this hand to the correct home time – the minute hand D will not move. Hand C and hand E will show identical times.

4. Push the crown back into position 1.

SETTING THE LOCAL TIME AT DESTINATION

1. Pull the crown out to position 2. Turn the crown forwards or backwards to adjust the hour hand E to local time at destination. If the time zone difference entails a date change, this occurs automatically when the crown is rotated.
2. Upon returning home, proceed in the same way: pull the crown out to position 2 and then turn the crown forwards or back-wards to adjust the hour hand E to home time. If the time zone difference entails a date change, this occurs automatically when the crown is rotated.
3. Push the crown back into position 1.

USING THE CHRONOGRAPH

MEASURING A SINGLE SHORT TIME

1. Press push piece A to start the chronograph. Hand 3 shows the measurement in seconds.

2. Stop the measurement by pressing push piece A once more. 
   The measurement is made in hours (totalizer 1), minutes (totalizer 2), seconds (hand 3).

3. Reset the chronograph to zero by pressing push piece B.

MEASURING AN INTERRUPTED SHORT TIME

1. Press push piece A to start the chronograph. Hand 3 shows the measurement in seconds.
2. To interrupt the measurement, press push piece A once more. To restart the time measurement, press push piece A. This procedure makes it possible to add up several short times.
3. The chronograph is reset to zero by pressing push piece B, once the final measurement has been stopped.

SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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.

12H BEZEL

The bi-directional rotating bezel features a 12-hour graduation that may be used as a 3rd time zone. Depending on the hour previously selected as the 2nd time zone, you need simply line up the 3rd time zone hour indicated on the bezel with the hand (C). ****

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 center, or by an authorized retailer (www.breitling.com).

Breitling models are water-resistant to varying degrees. The extent of the water resistance, expressed in meters (M), is a standard value and does not indicate an absolute immersion depth. The crown and push pieces 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:

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 push pieces.

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.

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