BREITLING Top Time 1884 Watch Instructions

Top Time 1884 Watch
Instructions

TOP TIME

Aiguille des heures Hour hand

Aiguille des minutes Minute hand

Aiguille des secondes Seconds hand

1. Compteur des minutes du chronographe Chronograph minute totalizer
2. Compteur des secondes du chronographe Chronograph hour totalizer

B.Poussoir Start / Stop Start
A. Poussoir Reeset

YOUR BREITLING CHRONOMETER

A chronometer is a high-precision instrument that has successfully passed the entire battery of tests imposed by COSC (Swiss Offi cial Chronometer Testing Institute), a neutral
and independent body which individually tests each movement according to the prescriptions in force.
The certifi cation 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 diff erent 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 fi tted 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

WINDING – TIME-SETTING

1. Wind the watch through approximately 40 clockwise turns of the crown.
2. Pull the crown out to position 2. Then adjust the hour and minute.
3. Push the crown back into position 1.

I. MEASURING A SINGLE SHORT TIME

1. Press pushpiece A to start the chronograph. Hand 2 shows the measurement in seconds.
   

2. Stop the measurement by pressing pushpiece A once more. The measurement is made in minutes (totalizer 1), seconds, and 1 /4 of a second (hand 2).
   

3. Reset the chronograph to zero by pressing pushpiece B.

SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS

USING THE TACHOMETER

The tachometer is the graduation on the dial or flange of your Breitling chronograph enabling you to determine average speeds or hourly productivity rate, based on an observation period of fewer than 60 seconds.
1. Average speed
Using the chronograph to measure the time required to cover a kilometer or a mile. The final position of the second hand indicates the average speed. If it takes 20 seconds to cover 1 km or 1 mile, the scale respectively indicates an average speed of 180 km/h or 180 miles/h.
2. Hourly productivity rate
Measuring the time required to produce 1 unit. If the chronograph is stopped at 40 seconds, the tachometric scale indicates 90, corresponding to an hourly productivity rate of 90 units.

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 .

MAINTENANCE

Your Breitling chronometer is a sophisticated instrument that 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 fi fitted with gaskets to ensure its water resistance. Under the infl uence of various external agents –  perspiration, chlorinated or saltwater, 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 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 the 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| | | |
Shower, swimming, surface water sports| | | |
Water-skiing, dives, snorkeling| | | |
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 refi ned 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 aging 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 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 fitied with a leather strap, the same advice applies, as well as avoiding getting the strap wet.

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, and not to expose them to chemical products, solvents, dangerous gases, or magnetic fi eds. Moreover, your Breitling chronometer is designed to run smoothly at temperatures ranging between 0°C and
50°C.

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