Maintaining Your Citizen Watch: A Comprehensive Guide
When caring for your Citizen watch, it’s crucial to avoid extreme temperatures, strong vibrations, a
Maintaining Your Citizen Watch: A Comprehensive Guide
When caring for your Citizen watch, it’s crucial to avoid extreme temperatures, strong vibrations, and exposure to chemicals or gases. Here are places you should not store your watch:
– Near high wattage bulbs or halogen lamps for charging;
– On a heating radiator in winter;
– On a sun-exposed car dashboard in summer;
– Near a heat source for drying after getting wet.
Self-maintenance of your Citizen watch can be performed by regularly wiping it with a soft cloth. Follow these cleaning steps:
– Remove dust, sweat, and moisture from the case and crystal with a soft cloth;
– Wipe dust, sweat, and moisture from leather straps with a dry, soft cloth;
– Metal, plastic, or rubber straps can be washed with mild soap and water, using a soft brush to clean dust and dirt in the crevices.
Important Notes:
– If your watch is not waterproof, it should be taken to a designated Citizen service center for maintenance;
– Be cautious around the crown when cleaning your watch to avoid pulling it out;
– Avoid using solvents (e.g., paint thinner, gasoline) as they can easily damage the finish;
– Sea water is highly corrosive. If your Citizen waterproof watch is soaked in sea water, rinse it with fresh water and dry with a soft cloth to prevent corrosion.
For long-term usage, considering waterproofing and accuracy, professional maintenance at a designated Citizen service center is advised. Services usually include internal cleaning of the movement, waterproof testing, and seal replacement. It’s recommended that Citizen mechanical watches undergo maintenance every 2-3 years, while quartz and Eco-Drive watches should be serviced based on wear and usage.
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