Chronomat 28 - Watch Breitling - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Luxury chronograph watch
Brand	Breitling
Model	Chronomat 28
Movement	SuperQuartz™ (quartz) COSC certified
Accuracy	±15 seconds per year
Power supply	Battery with end-of-life indicator (EOL)
Main functions	Hours, minutes, solar compass (northern and southern hemispheres)
Case diameter	28 mm (model reference)
Case material	Stainless steel (common assumption)
Strap	Genuine leather or metal/synthetic depending on version
Water resistance	Varies by model (up to 50 bars)
Maintenance	Rinse with fresh water, water resistance check every 2 years
Battery replacement	At an authorized Breitling dealer
Operating temperature	0°C to 50°C
Precautions	Avoid shocks, chemicals, solvents, magnetic fields
Certification	Chronometer certified by COSC
Solar compass	Usable in both hemispheres (subtract 1 hour in summer)
Recycling	Used batteries and components to be returned to the point of sale
Repairability	Maintenance and repair by Breitling or authorized dealer

Frequently Asked Questions - Chronomat 28 Breitling

How to set the time on the Breitling Chronomat 28 watch?

Pull the crown to position 2 to adjust the hour and minute, then push it back to position 1.

How to use the solar compass?

In the northern hemisphere, point the hour hand towards the sun; the midpoint between the current time and 12 o'clock indicates south. In the southern hemisphere, point the 12 o'clock index towards the sun; the midpoint between the current time and 12 o'clock indicates north. In daylight saving time, subtract one hour.

What does the second hand jumping every 4 seconds mean?

This is the end-of-life indicator (EOL) of the battery. The battery must be replaced within the following days at an authorized Breitling dealer.

What is the accuracy of the watch?

The SuperQuartz™ movement offers an accuracy of ±15 seconds per year, well above COSC requirements (±25 seconds per year).

Can I swim with my Breitling Chronomat 28 watch?

It depends on the water resistance of your model. Check the indications on the case: for swimming, a minimum of 5 bars is recommended. Never operate the crown or pushers underwater.

How to maintain the water resistance of the watch?

Have the water resistance checked every two years, or every year in case of intensive water use, by a Breitling center or authorized dealer.

How to clean the watch?

Rinse and brush the case and metal bracelet with fresh water after each immersion in salt or chlorinated water. For a leather strap, avoid getting it wet.

What risks should be avoided for the watch?

Protect it from shocks, chemicals, solvents, hazardous gases, magnetic fields, and extreme temperatures (outside 0°C to 50°C).

Where to get the battery replaced?

Replacement must be carried out by an authorized Breitling dealer, who will also perform a water resistance test.

How to recycle used batteries and components?

Do not throw them in the trash. Return them to your point of sale for proper recycling, thus contributing to environmental protection.

USER MANUAL Chronomat 28 Breitling

BREITLING 1884

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE CHRONOMAT 28

CHRONOMAT 28

Algaille des heures

Up-to-date user manuals are available on breitling.com under SERVICE section.

VOTRE CHRONOMÈTRE BREITLING

INDICATEUR DE FIN DE VIE DE PILE (EOL)

A chronometer is a high-precision instrument that has successfully passed the entire battery of tests imposed by the COSC [Swiss Offi cial Chronometer Testing Institute], a neutral and independent body which individually tests each movement according to the prescriptions in force.

The certification test for wristwatch chronographs with quartz oscillators consists in observing each movement for 13 days and 13 nights, in several positions and at 3 different temperatures (8°C, 23°C, 38°C). To earn the prestigious chronometer label, a movement's performances must meet 6 very strict criteria, including a daily variation in rate of within ±0.07 seconds, corresponding to an annual precision of ±25 seconds. The variation in rate of the SuperQuartz™ calibre fitted in your Breitling watch far and above exceeds these demands, achieving a level of ±15 seconds per year.

The term “chronometer” should not be confused with that of “chronograph”, which is a complicated watch fitted with an additional mechanism used for measuring the duration of an event. A chronograph is not necessarily chronometer-certified, but all Breitling chronographs carry the much-coveted title of “chronometer”.

PREPARATION FOR USE

TIME-SETTING

1. Pull the crown out to position 2. Then adjust the hour and minute.

2. Push the crown back into position 1.

SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS

SUN COMPASS

Your Breitling chronometer may be used as a sun compass, thus enabling you to determine North and South. For regions that have instated daylight saving time, subtract one hour when aligning the watch.

In the Northern Hemisphere

Point the hour hand precisely towards the sun. In relation to the watch dial, the point located midway between the current time and 12 o'clock indicates South, North being exactly opposite.

In the Southern Hemisphere

Point the hour-marker located at 12 o'clock on the dial precisely towards the sun. In relation to the watch dial, the point located midway between the current time and 12 o'clock indicates North, South being exactly opposite.

BATTERY END-OF-LIFE INDICATOR [EOL]

The watch movement is fitted with a battery end-of-life detector (EOL), signalled by the small seconds hand beginning to jump every 4 seconds.

The battery must be replaced within the next few days by an authorized BREITLING agent. Also ask for a water-resistance test to be performed on the watch.

RECOMMENDATIONS

Used batteries and used watch components should not be disposed of like regular garbage, but be correctly recycled. We recommend returning them to your point of sale. You will thereby contribute to environmental and public health protection.

MAINTENANCE

Your Breitling chronometer is a sophisticated instrument which is constantly subject to a wide variety of stresses and strains. Within a very small volume, a large number components contribute to handling all the functions. Their mechanical action inevitably leads to a certain amount of wear and tear, which may be controlled by maintenance consisting of relubrication and replacing worn components. Like any precision measuremer instrument, your watch must be regularly maintained in order to function at its highest level of potential: the frequency of this operation varies according to actual use. Breitling or your authorized retailer will be happy to handle the procedure.

WATER RESISTANCE

The movement of your chronometer is protected by a complex case fitted with gaskets ensure its water resistance. Under the influence of various external agents - perspiration chlorinated or salt water, cosmetics, fragrances or dust - these gaskets gradually deteriorate. That is why water resistance cannot be permanently guaranteed. If used intensively in water, we recommend having an annual water resistance check conducted. In any event, such an appraisal must be done every two years. This operation, which takes on a few minutes, may be conducted by a Breitling authorized maintenance centre, or by a authorized retailer (www.breitling.com).

Breitling models are water-resistant to varying degrees. The extent of the water resistance, expressed in metres [M], is a standard value and does not indicate an absolute immersion depth. The crown and pushpieces must not under any circumstances be operated under water or when the watch is wet. The table below indicates the conditions in which your watch may reasonably be used, according to its degree of water resistance:

ACTIVITIES / DEGREE OF WATER RESISTANCE	3 bar/30 M/100 FT	5 bar/50 M/165 FT	10 bar/100 M/200 FT	30 bar/500 M/1650 FT+
Splashing	√	√	√	√
Shower, swimming, surface water sports		√	√	√
Water-skiing, dives, snorkelling			√	√
Diving				√

If your watch is equipped with a screw-lock crown, ensure that this is locked before any use in water. This also applies to screw-lock pushpieces.

USEFUL TIPS

Breitling genuine leather straps are crafted with the most refined materials and represent extremely high-quality products. Like all objects in natural skin (shoes, gloves, etc.), their length of life varies considerably, according to the conditions in which they are worn. In particular, water, cosmetics and perspiration accelerate the ageing process. A metal or

synthetic Breitling bracelet is thus better suited to activities involving frequent contact with water or moisture.

Breitling metal cases and bracelets are made from the fi nest alloys and guarantee sturdiness and wearer comfort. Regular cleaning by rinsing and brushing in clean water will keep your watch shiny. This operation is strongly recommended after each immersion in salty or chlorinated water. For watches fi tied with a leather strap, the same advice applies, as well as avoiding getting the strap wet.

WHAT TO AVOID

Like any valuable objects, Breitling chronometers deserve special care. It is important to protect them from jarring and knocks by hard objects, and not to expose them to chemical products, solvents, dangerous gases, or magnetic fields. Moreover, your Breitling chronometer is designed to run smoothly at temperatures ranging between 0°C and 50°C.

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