44L236 - Wristwatch Caravelle - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Analog quartz watch
Power supply	1.5 V battery (mercury Hg), lasts approximately 1 year
Display	Hour, minute, second hands
Additional functions	Date, day (depending on model), elapsed time indicator (rotating bezel), battery end-of-life indicator
Time setting	OUTER position of the crown, advance the hands, synchronize to 60th second
Date and day setting	INTERMEDIATE position of the crown, turn slowly
Crown	Screw-down (depending on model) for enhanced water resistance
Water resistance	Marking 'Water resistant' or depth (50m/100m/200m) depending on model
Warranty	Limited warranty, includes deep water use under conditions
After-sales service	Repair by Bulova authorized watchmaker, send with $10 for shipping
Battery recycling	Return to authorized dealer (contains mercury)
Maintenance	Periodic water resistance check, cleaning by watchmaker
Storage	Leave the crown in OUTER position to save battery

Frequently Asked Questions - 44L236 Caravelle

How do I set the time on my Caravelle 44L236 watch?

Pull the crown to the OUTER position when the second hand is at 60 seconds. Turn the hands FORWARD to set the time. To avoid skipping, set the minute hand 5 minutes later than the desired time, then gently move back. Push the crown in at the exact time.

How do I set the date and day on my watch?

Pull the crown to the OUTER position and advance the hands until the date changes (midnight). Then pull to the INTERMEDIATE position and slowly turn the crown to set the date, and in the other direction for the day if present.

How do I use the elapsed time indicator (rotating bezel)?

Turn the outer bezel to align the triangle with the minute hand at the start time. The minute hand will then indicate the elapsed time on the bezel.

What should I do if my watch has a screw-down crown?

Unscrew the crown by turning it towards you until the thread is released. After setting, push the crown to position 1, then screw it by turning in the opposite direction until tight. Water resistance is only ensured if the crown is properly screwed down.

How do I know if my watch battery is low?

The battery life indicator makes the second hand jump several seconds at a time, at least one week before it stops completely. Replace the battery as soon as you see this sign.

Can I swim with my Caravelle 44L236 watch?

Only models marked '50m', '100m', or '200m' on the dial are suitable for swimming. Models marked simply 'Water resistant' are not.

How do I maintain my watch's water resistance?

Have the watch checked and cleaned periodically by a competent watchmaker. Avoid operating the crown underwater.

What should I do if my watch stops?

First check the battery. If it is dead, replace it with a 1.5 V battery at an authorized Bulova dealer. Otherwise, send the watch for repair with $10 for shipping and a description of the problem.

How should I store my watch for a long period?

Leave the crown in the OUTER position to save the battery. Remove the battery if it is dead to avoid leaks.

Where can I have my Caravelle watch repaired?

Take it to an authorized Bulova dealer for battery replacement or repairs. For out-of-warranty repairs, send it to the indicated address with $10 for evaluation.

USER MANUAL 44L236 Caravelle

SETTING NON-DATE MODELS

If the watch has no second hand, merely pull out the crown and proceed to step 2.

Step 1: When the second hand reaches the 60th second mark, pull the crown to the “OUT” position. All hands will stop.

Step 2: Turn the hands forward (clockwise) to set the time. In order to prevent the hands from jumping when the crown is pushed in, set the minute hand approximately 5 minutes ahead of the desired minute marker; then, gently turn back to the same minute marker.

Step 3: When the time standard by which you are setting your watch reaches the 60th second, push the crown to the “IN” position without turning. All hands will start instantly.

SETTING DATE AND DAY/DATE MODELS

Step 1: When the second hand reaches the 60th second mark, pull the crown all the way to the "OUT" position (you will hear two tiny "click" sounds). All hands will stop.

Step 2: With the crown still in the “OUT” position, move hands forward (clockwise) until you see the date (for date only) or both day and date change. This establishes midnight.

Step 3: For AM time, continue to move the hands forward until the minute hand is approximately 5

minutes ahead of the desired minute marker; then, gently turn back to the same minute marker. For PM time, follow the same procedure, but first advance the hands past 12 o'clock.

Note: The date will advance automatically at midnight, provided that AM and PM have been established (steps 2 and 3). The watch calendar is programmed for a 31-day cycle. Therefore, on the first day of any month following a month with less than 31 days, the date must be advanced manually (see Step 5).

Step 4: When the time standard by which you are setting your watch reaches the 60th second, push the crown all the way to the “IN” position without turning. All hands will start instantly.

Step 5: Pull the crown to the “INTERMEDIATE” position (one “click”). Your watch will continue to tell time. Slowly turn crown one way until correct date appears. Then, for day/date models, slowly turn crown the other way until correct day appears.

Note: The day is printed in two successive positions on the day indicator: in English and in Spanish on U.S. models; in English and in French, depending on the models. It is possible to make use of either position. The display will automatically

remain in the language chosen.

In some models, the calendar cannot be changed manually between 9:00pm and 6:00am. However, the mechanism will not be damaged if the crown is turned accidentally during this period of time.

Step 6: Push the crown to the “IN” position. Your watch is now operating normally.

HOW TO USE THE ELAPSED TIME INDICATOR

If your watch is equipped with a rotatable outer dial with one-minute graduations, this can be used in various ways to check elapsed time. For example if a diver has a 30-minute air supply, he can set the outer ring so that the triangle is in line with the minute hand when he submerges.

The minute hand will then indicate on the outer ring the length of time that the diver has been under water.

SCREW-DOWN CROWN

If your watch includes a screw-down crown, you have additional assurance that it will remain water-tight. To make the crown operational, it must be turned toward you until the threads are disengaged. Then, instructions for setting must be followed. To reseal the crown, press in until threads engage. Turn away from you until tight.

ABOUT THE POWER CELL

Your new Quartz Watch has a fresh power cell designed to provide maximum reliability for approximately a year under normal use. If the cell is not replaced before it is exhausted, the watch will simply stop. The mechanism should not be harmed in any manner. However, when the power cell becomes exhausted, it should be removed at your earliest convenience to diminish the possibility of leakage. Never store your watch with an exhausted power cell in it.

The watch should be brought to an authorized Bulova dealer for replacement of the power cell and recycling since the exhausted cell contains mercury(Hg). For best performance, the proper power cell should be used.

ABOUT THE BATTERY LIFE INDICATOR

Some models are equipped with a battery life indicator. This is a novel device that will alert you to the need to replace the battery before the watch actually stops. At least a week prior to exhaustion of the battery, the second hand will jump a few seconds at a time. Timekeeping will not be affected.

Note: When the crown is in the “OUT” position, the motor and hands stop. Only the quartz crystal continues to vibrate, using very little power. If the watch is to be stored for a length of time, it is recommended that the crown be left in the “OUT” position to prolong battery life. This does not apply to models with two hands only.

DEEP WATER LIMITED WARRANTY

Supplementary and subject to all the provisions and duration of the basic Bulova watch limited warranty, deep sea watches are further warranted not to leak when submerged in water to the depth shown on the dial, provided crystal and crown remain intact and the case has been unopened.

In order to assure the preservation of your watch's water resistance, particularly in those instances where the element of safety is involved, have it checked occasionally by a competent watch technician and serviced or repaired, if necessary. In addition, the wearer should avoid manipulation of the crown when submerged.

WATER RESISTANCE

Watch modelsmarked only “Water Resistant on the case back, without additional depth markings on the dial, are not to be used for swimming.

For swimming, models that have the additional marking of “50m,” “100m” or “200m” on the dial are recommended.

CÓMO AJUSTAR A LOS MODELOS SIN FECHA

Analog clock face showing 12 o'clock with hour and minute hands, no text or symbols present.

IF SERVICE IS REQUIRED: Bulova timepieces have been engineered to provide years of use with minimal need for service. In the unlikely event that service is needed, first have the battery tested to be sure it still has sufficient power. If this does not correct the problem, send a statement outlining the specific nature of the problem along with the timepiece in a durable, protective wrapping, postage prepaid and with a \$10.00 shipping/handling fee.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS FOR SERVICE

• Do not show the name “Bulova” as part of the address
• Use registered mail or insured mail.
• Carefully wrap the timepiece in protective wrapping. Do not send in original box.

POST-WARRANTY SERVICE: Bulova's staff of watch-makers is expert at repairing and restoring Bulova timepieces. For repairs outside of warranty, a \$10.00 charge will be assessed to cover cost of evaluation, postage and handling if repair authorization is refused. Post-warranty repairs should be mailed to the appropriate address.

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