8205 - Watch BREIL - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Mechanical automatic self-winding watch
Caliber	8205 (day/date) or 8215 (date)
Accuracy	±20 seconds per day
Frequency	21,600 per hour
Display	Hour, minute, second hands, day and date window
Water resistance	Water resistant 30 m (3 ATM)
Power source	Self-winding via arm movement
Crown	Screw-down for water resistance
Bracelet	Metal, plastic, rubber or leather depending on model
Maintenance	Regular cleaning with a soft cloth, inspection every 2 years
Precautions	Avoid strong magnetic fields, shocks, extreme temperatures, chemicals
After-sales service	BREIL Authorized Service Center

Frequently Asked Questions - 8205 BREIL

How to set the time on my BREIL 8205 watch?

Unscrew the crown, pull it out completely to stop the seconds hand at 0, then turn the crown counterclockwise to position the hands to the desired time. Return the crown to the initial position.

How to set the date and day?

Pull the crown to position 1. For the date, turn it counterclockwise. For the day, turn it clockwise. Return the crown to position 0.

Is my watch waterproof?

Yes, it is water resistant to 30 m (3 ATM). It withstands splashes, light rain and swimming, but not diving.

Can I swim with my BREIL 8205 watch?

Yes, it is suitable for swimming. However, do not operate the crown underwater and rinse with fresh water after exposure to salt water.

How to maintain my watch?

Clean the crystal with a soft cloth. For the metal bracelet, use a toothbrush with soapy water. For leather, use a dry cloth. Avoid solvents. Have the watch inspected every 2 years.

What if the crystal fogs up?

If the fog is temporary, it will disappear on its own. If it persists, contact an Authorized Service Center.

Can the watch be exposed to magnetic fields?

It is anti-magnetic up to 60 Gauss. Very strong fields may temporarily affect its functions. Keep away from powerful magnets.

How to wind my automatic watch?

It winds automatically by the movement of your arm. If it stops, you can manually wind it by turning the crown (position 0) clockwise.

What is the accuracy of the watch?

The watch may gain or lose ±20 seconds per day, which is normal for a mechanical automatic movement.

Where can I get my watch repaired?

Contact a BREIL Authorized Service Center for any repairs or periodic inspection. Present your warranty card.

USER MANUAL 8205 BREIL

When reading this instruction booklet, keep the watch diagram on the left unfolded and in full view. The symbols (A, B, etc.) on the diagram are those referred to in the section describing the operating instructions.

Thank you very much for purchasing a BREIL WATCH. To ensure its correct use, please read these instructions carefully.

In order to be able to make full use of the guarantee service (subject to the guarantee terms), please ensure that the Breil international guarantee card is supplied with the watch at the time of purchase.

① Hour hand
② Minute hand
③ Second hand
④ Date

Crown

Features

The Cal. 8205 (date/day) and 8215 (date) are typical automatic winding mechanisms which reliably follow even slight movement of the user's arm.

[Setting the time]

1. Unscrew the crown ©.
2. Stop the second hand at "0" by pulling out the crown © to position (2).
3. Turn the crown clockwise to adjust the hands to the correct time.
4. Restart the watch by pushing the crown back to position (0).

SETTING THE DATE AND THE DAY OF THE WEEK

[Setting the date]

1. Pull out the crown © to position (1).
2. Rotate the crown counter clockwise until the required date appears.
3. Put the crown back to position (0).

[Setting the day of the week] (some models only)

1. Pull out the crown © to position (1).
2. Rotate the crown clockwise until the required day appears.
3. Put the crown back to position (0).

PRECAUTIONS AND USEFUL INFORMATION

Indication			Use
Degree of water resistance	Dial	Case	Spray, sweat, light rain, washing, etc.	Swimming, etc.
A	-	-	NO	NO
B	WATER RESISTANT 30M (3ATM)	WATER RESISTANT	YES	NO
C	WATER RESISTANT 50M (5ATM)	WATER RESISTANT	YES	YES
D	WATER RESISTANT 100M (10ATM)	WATER RESISTANT	YES	YES
E	WATER RESISTANT 200M (20ATM) or more	WATER RESISTANT	YES	YES
"WATER RESISTANT" may sometimes be abbreviated to "WATER RESIST"

• In order to prevent water coming into contact with the internal mechanism, never pull the crown out when the watch is wet.
• If any watches designed for sportswear or use in water come into contact with salt water or heavy sweating, they should be rinsed in fresh water and dried thoroughly.

in water
Skin-diving	Scuba diving	Water-resistance characteristics
NO	NO	No water resistant. Must be kept away from water and moisture
NO	NO	Average water resistance. Can withstand spray, sweat, light rain, washing, etc. during daily use
NO	NO	Can be worn while swimming but not diving
YES	NO	Suitable for skin-diving.
YES	YES	Suitable for scuba diving.
* Always keep the crown in its normal position. * Full tighten crown screw lock.

• Contact with water may cause a deterioration in the quality of some leather straps.
• As internal parts of the watch can retain moisture, when the outside temperature is lower than the inside, the watch glass may mist-up.

This phenomenon is purely temporary and should not create any problems. However, if it persists for any length of time, the watch should be checked by the shop where it was purchased or by the nearest Authorised Service Centre.

Temperature

Do not leave the watch exposed to direct sunlight or temperature extremes for long periods of time.

Long exposure, in fact, may adversely affect the operation of the watch and actually shorten battery life, causing it to gain or lose time and affect its other functions.

Impact

This watch can withstand normal everyday impacts and shocks and those normally imparted by non-contact sports. Serious damage, however, may result if the watch is dropped or subjected to severe shock.

Magnetic fields

This watch is antimagnetic up to 60 gauss, and is therefore not affected by magnetic fields produced by normal domestic appliances. If used near strong magnetic fields, its operation may be temporarily affected.

Chemicals and gases

Avoid wearing the watch in the presence of strong gases or chemical substances. Parts of the watch may discolour, dissolve or even break if brought into contact with benzol or petroleum based products such as solvents, thinners, detergent, adhesives etc.

Pay special attention to avoiding contact with chemicals.

The watch case and strap may discolour if they come into contact with mercury from a broken thermometer or other equipment.

Keeping the watch clean

Use an absorbent soft cloth to clean off any dirt or damp from the watch glass. Wearing the watch when the strap or back of the case is dirty can cause skin irritation.

Cleaning the watch strap:

Metal bands: use a toothbrush and soapy warm to wash the dirt off.
- Plastic or rubber straps: wash with water. Do not use solvents.
- Leather straps: gently rub the face of the strap using a soft dry cloth. Clean the opposite side with a cloth and alcohol.

Periodic inspection

In order to guarantee long trouble-free operation, it is advisable to have the watch checked by an Authorised Assistance Centre once every two years.

TECHNICAL DATA

Model:

8215-8205

Type:

automatic winding mechanism

Accuracy:

± 20 seconds per day

Vibrations:

21,600 per hour

Time:

hours, minutes, seconds

Day/date:

day indicator and calendar

• In order to improve the product, the technical specifications may be modified without prior notice

INDEX

A PRINCIPAUX ELEMENTS 12
B REGLAGE DE L'HEURE 13
C REGLAGE DE LA DATE ET DU JOUR DE LA SEMAINE 14
PRECAUTIONS D'UTILISATION ET INFORMATIONST UTILES .16
DONNES TECHNIQUES 20

A PRINCIPAUX ELEMENTS