This document describes the Earnshaw Timepiece, a quartz-powered chronograph watch.
Function Description
The Earnshaw Timepiece is a finely crafted watch that combines standard timekeeping with chronograph functionality. It allows for precise measurement of elapsed time, making it suitable for various applications requiring micro-measurements. The watch draws its heritage from the renowned English horologist, clock and watchmaker Thomas Earnshaw (1749-1829).
Important Technical Specifications
Movement: Quartz-powered chronograph movement.
Chronograph Measurement:
- Maximum Measurement: 59 minutes, 59 seconds.
- Resolution: 1/20 second.
- 1/20 Second Hand Behavior: Moves continuously for 30 seconds after starting, then stops at the zero position.
Display Components:
- Hour Hand: Indicates the hour.
- Minute Hand: Indicates the minute.
- Date: Displays the current date.
- Chronograph Minute Hand: Used for chronograph minute measurement.
- Chronograph Second Hand: Used for chronograph second measurement.
- Stopwatch 1/20 Second Hand: Provides 1/20 second resolution for stopwatch functions.
Controls:
- Crown: Used for setting time and date, and for chronograph reset. It has three positions:
- Closed (0): Pushed back, ensuring water resistance.
- 1st Click (1): Pulled out one click, used for setting the date. Not secured for water resistance.
- 2nd Click (2): Pulled out two clicks, used for setting the time and for chronograph reset. Not secured for water resistance.
- Push Button A: Used to start/stop the chronograph and for chronograph reset.
- Push Button B: Used to reset the chronograph and for chronograph reset.
Water Resistance:
- The water resistance indicated on the timepiece serves as a guide.
- Actual water resistance can vary based on factors like temperature, water salinity, and actual use.
- Water resistance may be compromised over time due to general wear and tear or adverse conditions.
- Important Note: The warranty may be voided if the screw-down crown (if available) is not properly employed to maintain water resistance.
- Crucial Warning: Never wear the watch in a jacuzzi, hot shower, or steam room. Steam can enter the case despite watertight seals, causing condensation, affecting inner workings, and potentially voiding the warranty.
Usage Features
Setting the Time:
- Pull the crown out to position [2] (2nd click).
- Turn the crown clockwise to set the correct time.
- Push the crown in to return it to the closed position.
Setting the Date:
- Pull the crown out to position [1] (1st click).
- Turn the crown to set the correct date.
- Push the crown in to return it to the closed position.
- Note: If the date is set between approximately 9:00 P.M. and 3:00 A.M., the date may not change on the following day.
Stopwatch Function (Chronograph):
- Standard Measurement:
- Press Push Button A to START the chronograph.
- Press Push Button A again to STOP the chronograph.
- Press Push Button B to RESET the chronograph hands to zero.
- Accumulated Elapsed Time Measurement: This feature allows for pausing and resuming the stopwatch to measure total elapsed time, excluding interruptions.
- Press Push Button A to START the chronograph.
- Press Push Button A to STOP the chronograph (pauses measurement).
- Press Push Button A again to RESTART the chronograph (resumes measurement from where it left off).
- Repeat steps 2 and 3 as needed to accumulate elapsed time.
- Once the final measurement is complete (after stopping), press Push Button B to RESET the chronograph hands to zero.
- The restart and stop of the stopwatch can be repeated by pressing Push Button A.
Maintenance Features
Chronograph Reset (Including After Battery Replacement):
This procedure is necessary if the chronograph second hand does not return to the zero position.
- Pull the crown out to position [2] (2nd click).
- Press Push Button A once to set the chronograph second hand to the zero position.
- Press Push Button B once to set the chronograph 1/20 second hand to the zero position.
- Rapid Advancement: The chronograph hands can be advanced rapidly by continuously pressing Push Button A or Push Button B during this reset procedure.
- Once all chronograph hands are set at the zero position, readjust the normal hour and minute hands to the correct time.
- Return the crown to its normal (closed) position.
For more detailed operating instructions, refer to the enclosed booklet or visit IM.THOMAS-EARNSHAW.COM.