Setting Instructions

How do I set my watch?

Please visit this link and follow the instructions of how to locate the setting instructions for you watch https://ww...

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Can I identify my watch with the serial number?

If you purchase through Citizen Watch UK directly, we do not keep records of serial numbers on file. The best way to ...

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Where can I find the case number?

The case number is located on the back of the watch, usually in the following format: XXXX-XXXXXX Please see an examp...

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Why didn't my watch automatically adjust when the clocks changed?

Not all models have the feature to automatically change when the clocks go forward or back. A radio-controlled watch ...

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Why has my watch not received a signal?

Only our 'Radio Controlled' watches have the ability to receive a signal. If they are set correctly the watch will a...

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How do I know if my reference positions are correct?

If the time, date, or chronograph hands do not indicate properly, the correct reference (0) positions may not be set...

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Functions

What is Eco-Drive?

Eco-drive is the term given to our market-leading, award winning, light powered technology. Simply put, any watch di...

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How do I charge my eco-drive watch?

Your Eco-drive will charge when exposed to any light source. The watch will charge fastest in natural sunlight. If yo...

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I have recharged my Eco-Drive watch but why is the second hand still jumping?

If the second hand is moving in 2 second increments on your Eco-drive watch it is a sign that it requires charging. P...

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How does the Power Saving function Eco- Drive work?

When an Eco-Drive watch with this feature is left in the dark, the hands stop in order to save energy. Once the watch...

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How do I turn off BST (British Summer Time)?

Daylight-Saving Time/ BST is a feature on some of our watch models. There are different procedures to turning the Da...

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How does the alarm function work?

Some Citizen watch models include an alarm feature. To see if your watch is one of them and how to use this fea...

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Watch Care

How to identify if my watch is genuine?

Identifying a Citizen model is not always easy. However, there are some ways to identify the difference between a fak...

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What is the value of my Citizen watch?

We are unable to provide the value of older or vintage watches as this is not a service we offer. We can only provide...

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How often should I charge my Eco-Drive watch?

If you do not wear your Eco-drive watch regularly we would advise charging your watch every 6-12 months. Charging is ...

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How often do I need to wind my automatic watch?

We would advise that you wind your watch 20-30 full rotations of the crown prior to wearing. During normal wear your...

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How often do I need to charge my Hybrid Smartwatch?

The battery life on our hybrid smartwatches should last 2+ weeks. Please be advised that this is based on usage and ...

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Should I leave my Eco-Drive watch in the dark?

Leaving your Eco-drive watch in the dark for over 6 months could result in the watch stopping and/or the timekeeping...

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