User manual BERNEX BN11601 CATALOGUE 2010

[. . . ] Never force the cover beyond the limit that it can open. Damage can occur to the hinge or spring alignment and this cou ld cause the cover not to close properly. Clean the outside ofthe pocket watch using a soft cloth. [. . . ] Pocket watches shou ld not come into contact with perfumes or deodorants. The crystal can be affected and the meta l can also be damaged. Always make sure your pocket watch is secured by a fob or Albert chain to avoid dropping your watc h. Looking After Your Wrist Watch To ensure that you get the best from yout timepiece please remember these points: I. Mechanical watches should be wound dai ly but be careful not to over wind as this can cause damage to the inner workings 2. lfpossi ble avoid contact with chemica ls, liquids, perfumes and deodrant, they can damage the case and plating on watch 3. You shou ld not pu ll out or push in the crown or any buttons when the watch is under water or near water 4. Avoid contact with items that can damage or sratch the watch, i. e. keys, cufflinks, or other similar artic les 5. Watches should not be opened, unless by a qua lified water maker. Remember to on ly turn the hand s clockwise when setting the time. Always set the day and/or date on the watch in the daytim e. The mechanism on a day date watch is activated severa l hours during the ni ght. Making adjustments during those hours could jam the mechani sm. It is advised that you do not change the date on any mechanical watch between 9. 00pm and 3. 00am Straps and Bracelets Metal bracelets should be washed carefully in water. Ifreally dirty, use a soft toothbrush with soap and water to brush away the dirt. Finally, rinse with water and dry carefu lly with a soft cloth. If your watch is not water resistant, be careful not to get water on the case. Cases should be wiped gentl y with a sli ghtly moi stened soft cloth and then dried carefully. [. . . ] Cases should be wiped gentl y with a sli ghtly moi stened soft cloth and then dried carefully. Leather straps shou ld be s light ly loosened in the summer, when they may absorb perspiration. A tight strap not only prevents the passage of air over the strap undersurface but can also cause a perspiration rash on th e wrist. [. . . ]