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The Alon Manual

Instructions

  1. Hour hand
  2. Minute hand
  3. Crown
  4. Crown - first click
  5. Crown - second click
  6. Date window
  7. Second hand
  8. GMT hand

Set the time Move the crown to position 5 and turn (remember the 24-hour cycle).

Set the date* Move the crown to position 4 and turn clockwise.

Set the GMT time Move the crown to position 4 and turn counterclockwise.

* The date can be corrected during the day-changing phase between 10 pm and midnight. The date of the following day has to be set, however, as the date will not automatically change at midnight.

Specifications

  • Movement: Swiss Ronda 515 GMT quartz
  • Water resistance: 30 ATM / 300 metres
  • Features: Japanese lumen, Swiss movement, GMT function.
  • Battery: Renata 371
  • Crystal: Domed sapphire glass with anti-reflective coating
  • Case material: 316L stainless steel
  • Strap material: Rubber
  • Nickel free: Yes
  • Max. wrist size: 21 cm
  • Min. wrist size: 15.5 cm
  • Strap width: 20 mm
  • Case diameter: 42 mm
  • Dial diameter: 30 mm
  • Case thickness: 13 mm
  • Crown height: 4 mm
  • Lug width: 22 mm
  • Lug to lug: 48 mm
  • Weight: 88 g

HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR WATCH

WATER RESISTANCE

Most watches have some level of water resistance. If your watch isn’t water resistant, it may be able to handle small splashes, but don’t risk it. If it has a leather band, don’t get it wet.

1 ATM / 10 metres This watch can't withstand any contact with water.

1 ATM / 10 metres This watch can't withstand any contact with water.

3 ATM / 30 metres This watch can easily cope with rain and splashes of water.

3 ATM / 30 metres This watch can easily cope with rain and splashes of water.

5 ATM / 50 metres This watch is safe to wear in the shower or while swimming.

5 ATM / 50 metres This watch is safe to wear in the shower or while swimming.

10 ATM / 100 metres This watch is water resistant enough for snorkelling.

10 ATM / 100 metres This watch is water resistant enough for snorkelling.

20+ ATM / 200+ meters This watch is safe for any underwater activity, like scuba diving.

20+ ATM / 200+ meters This watch is safe for any underwater activity, like scuba diving.

How to clean your watch case

  • Do not move the crown or push any buttons when your watch is in contact with water, as this may let water enter the case.
  • If your watch is not water resistant, dip a cotton swab in a bowl of warm water with a drop or two of soap in. Squeeze the tip of the cotton swab to remove most of the water and gently rub the case.
  • If your watch is water resistant, soak a soft cloth in a bowl of warm water with two drops of mild washing-up liquid added. Wring most of the water out of the cloth and gently rub the case with it.

How to clean your rubber or silicone watch strap

The reason rubber and silicone straps are so popular among men who lead active lifestyles is that they repel both dirt and liquid, so they require very little maintenance, keep their shape and colour for a long time, and won’t smell like some absorbent materials will.

  1. If your watch is water resistant, rinse the whole watch with room temperature water.
  2. If your watch is not waterproof or water resistant, remove the strap from the case before following these instructions.
  3. Keeping the case above the surface, submerge the strap in warm, soapy water for a few minutes. Do not submerge the case as this may deform the springs and gears, causing it to become inaccurate or stop working entirely.
  4. Rinse the watch again with room temperature water and rub off any grime or dirt with a soft brush or your fingers.
  5. Pat your watch dry with a soft towel to prevent staining and let it air dry through the night.

How to care for your watch

  • Store your watch in a dark, dry place to avoid corrosion and discolouration of the dial.
  • Always replace the battery on a quartz watch as soon as it runs out. With time, an empty battery may start leaking, damaging the watch’s movement.
  • Run mechanical watches at least two days a year to prevent gears and cogs from sticking.
  • You should always get your watch serviced by a professional every 3 years.

GENERAL CARE

Rule of thumb: Make sure your watch is the last thing you put on and the first thing you take off.

  • Take your watch off and store it safely before engaging in any activity that could damage it.
  • Take it off before engaging in any activity likely to make you sweat.
  • Take it off before you shower, bathe, or go for a swim.
  • Take it off before cooking or cleaning.
  • Take it off before you go to bed.
  • Don’t expose your watch to chemicals such as cologne, sunscreen, perfume, chlorine, hair gel, etc., as these can discolour, stain, or dull surfaces.
  • Try to store your watch separately in a soft enclosure to prevent scratching and rubbing.
  • If your watch has closures or clasps, close these to prevent tangling.
  • Keep your watch stored in a dry, dark place, and avoid heat fluctuation.

How To Remove A Watch Strap & Replace With A New One

To remove and change your watch strap, you’ll need:

  • The watch
  • A replacement strap
  • A soft surface such as a cloth, t-shirt or mouse pad

You may also need:

  • A spring bar tool
  • Or a sharp pointed object

HOW TO REMOVE A WATCH STRAP

  1. Place your watch on a soft surface. This prevents it from getting scratched or damaged.

  2. If your watch has quick-release pins on the underside, push the small lever inward to release the strap.

  1. If your watch has drilled lugs – small holes in the lugs extending from the main watch case – use a sharp, pointed object to push the spring bar in and release the strap. Be careful that the spring bar doesn’t slide out of the strap and get lost.
  1. If your watch strap has neither of these, use a spring bar tool. This is a small tool with a v-shaped tip. Use it to compress the spring bar from the underside of the strap between the lugs on the right. Using the tool, push down the ridge of the spring bar to release the strap.

HOW TO REPLACE A WATCH STRAP

First, check the lug width of your new watch to verify that it’s 22 mm. You can find all our watch straps here. Using the filters, select only the matching width to see our selection for your watch.

If your replacement strap has quick-release bars, press the bar inward and slot it into place between the lugs. You’ll feel it ‘lock’ into position.

If your new strap doesn’t have quick-release pins, use the spring bar tool again. Place one end of the pin into place, then use the tool to compress the spring bar as you slot it in place. You’ll feel it ‘lock’ in position.

Remember to take your time and be careful not to scratch the lugs or damage the new watch strap.

Troubleshooting & FAQ

If you take care of your watch and keep it stored correctly, you should enjoy years of timekeeping precision. But even with the best care possible, you may find that your watch needs extra attention from time to time.

Take a look at common issues with watches here. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, our great Customer Service Team is only a phone call away.

2-YEAR WARRANTY

To keep the warranty on your watch valid, don't expose it to water past the rated limit and make sure you keep the receipt.

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