The Race I 80523L - Wristwatch Elysee - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Analog Quartz Watch with Chronograph
Brand	Elysee
Model	The Race I 80523L
Case Material	Stainless Steel
Case Diameter	42 mm
Case Thickness	12 mm
Strap Material	Leather or Silicone
Weight	Approx. 90 g
Movement	Quartz
Power Source	Battery (SR626SW or equivalent)
Functions	Hour, Minute, Second, Date, Chronograph, Tachymeter
Water Resistance	3 ATM (splash resistant)
Crystal	Mineral Glass
Dial Color	Black with luminous hands
Crown	Push-pull with chronograph pushers
Clasp	Buckle
Care Instructions	Wipe with soft cloth; avoid water if not sealed; keep away from magnets
Safety Warnings	Keep out of reach of children; avoid shocks; do not use in sauna
Spare Parts	Batteries, straps, and crowns available from authorized dealers
Repairability	Serviceable by professional watchmaker; battery replacement simple

Frequently Asked Questions - The Race I 80523L Elysee

How do I set the time and date on my Elysee The Race I watch?

Pull the crown out to the first position to set the date. Turn clockwise to adjust. Pull to the second position and turn to set the time. Push crown back in.

How do I operate the chronograph?

Press the top pusher to start/stop the chronograph. Press the bottom pusher to reset the chronograph hand to zero.

What type of battery does my Elysee watch use?

Your watch uses a SR626SW or equivalent silver oxide battery. Replace every 1-2 years.

Is the Elysee The Race I water resistant?

It is rated 3 ATM water resistant, meaning it can withstand splashes but not immersion. Avoid swimming or showering with it.

How do I replace the battery?

Remove the back cover using a case opener. Replace the battery with a new one, ensuring correct polarity. Reattach the back cover securely.

Why is my watch running slow or stopping?

This usually indicates a low battery. Replace the battery. If persists, it may need servicing by a watchmaker.

How do I adjust the metal or leather strap?

For leather, use the buckle holes. For metal, remove links using a pin pusher or take to a jeweler. Silicone straps can be cut to size.

What is the tachymeter scale used for?

The tachymeter measures speed over a fixed distance. Start the chronograph, then after traveling 1 km, the scale shows speed in km/h.

How do I clean and care for my watch?

Wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid chemicals. Keep away from strong magnetic fields. Service every 3-5 years.

Where can I find replacement parts or service?

Contact an authorized Elysee dealer or a professional watchmaker. Spare parts like straps and batteries are readily available.

USER MANUAL The Race I 80523L Elysee

Settings for CITIZEN/MIYOTA movement .....26

Settings for RONDA movement 30

Settings for SEIKO/TMI movement 34

Settings for ETA/VALJOUX movement 38

Water resistance 41

Warranty and guarantee 42

Environmental note and disposal 43

Since 1960 ELYSEE stands for classic watchmaking and finest watch design. Here in Düsseldorf, we are producing high quality time pieces – Made in Germany. A constant motivation to do even better, is for the entire team living company philosophy:

"At the heart of our work is the sum of design, quality and great value for money, of course, connected with the varied desires of watch lovers."

We would like to congratulate you on your new ELYSEE and we hope that you will enjoy it.

With best regards, your ELYSEE team

SETTINGS FOR CITIZEN/MIYOTA MOVEMENT

Please note that this is only a schematic diagram for explaining the settings. The design and various functions can therefore differ from your watch.

Setting the date

1. Pull the crown out to position 1 and turn the crown counterclockwise to set the date of the previous day.
2. Pull the crown out to position 2. To ensure that the indication of the date will not change at noon, turn the hour and minute hands forward until the indication of the date changes to the current date.
3. By turning the crown, set the hour and minute hand to the current time.
4. Push the crown back to its normal position (0).

Setting the time

1. Pull the crown out to position 2 and turn the crown clockwise to set the current time.
2. Push the crown back to its normal position (0).

The date must be reset on the first day of each month following a month with less than 31 days.

USE OF THE CHRONOGRAPH

1. By pressing Pusher A, the stopwatch is started or stopped. The stop operation can be continued or stopped by pressing the Pusher A again.
2. Once the Pusher B is pressed, the stopwatch is reset if the time measurement has been stopped.

Example:

1. Pusher A = start time measurement
2. Pusher A = stop time measurement and read the time
3. Pusher A = resume time measurement
4. Pusher A = stop time measurement and read the time again
5. Pusher B = The hands of the chronograph return to their zero position

RESET THE CHRONOGRAPH

You should always carry out a reset, if the second hands won't be in their correct zero position or every time after changing the battery.

1. Pull out the crown into position 2.
2. By pressing the Pusher A you can reset the second hand of the Chronograph to position "0".
3. After being back exactly on zero position, please adjust the time and pull back the crown into its normal position.

Do not press the crown back into its normal position while the chronograph's second hand is not yet in the right zero position. Otherwise, the chronograph assumes the intermediate position as the zero position.

SETTINGS FOR RONDA MOVEMENT

Please note that this is only a schematic diagram for explaining the settings. The design and various functions can therefore differ from your watch.

Setting the date

1. Pull the crown out to position 1 and turn the crown counterclockwise to set the date of the previous day.
2. Pull the crown out to position 2. To ensure that the indication of the date will not change at noon, turn the hour and minute hands forward until the date changes to the current date.
3. By turning the crown, set the hour and minute hand to the current time.
4. Push the crown back to its normal position (0).

Setting the time

1. Pull the crown out to position 2 and turn the crown to set the current time.
2. Push the crown back to its normal position (0).

The date must be reset on the first day of each month following a month with less than 31 days.

USE OF THE CHRONOGRAPH

Chronograph: Basic function (Start / Stop / Zero)

1. Press the Pusher A to start or stop the time measurement. The stop operation can be continued or stopped by pressing the Pusher A again.
2. Pressing the Pusher B once resets the chronograph hands back to their zero positions, if the time measurement has been stopped before.

Other time measurements are also possible. For further information please visit www.elysee-watches.com

RESET THE CHRONOGRAPH

One or more chronograph hands are not in theirs correct zero positions and must be aligned (e.g. after battery change).

Alignment of the chronograph pointer to the zero position

1. Pull the crown to position 2. (All chronograph hands move to their correct or incorrect position.)
2. Press the Pushers A and B simultaneously for at least 2 seconds. The correction mode is activated when the second hand rotates 360^ .
3. Now press Pusher A (1 x short = single steps, long = continuous) to adjust the alignment of the hands.
4. Move to the next hand by pressing Pusher B. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you have set all hands to the correct zero position.
5. Push the crown back to its normal position (0).

SETTINGS FOR SEIKO/TMI MOVEMENT

Please note that this is only a schematic diagram for explaining the settings. The design and various functions can therefore differ from your watch.

Setting the date

1. Pull the crown out to position 1 and turn it clockwise to set the date of the previous day.
2. Pull the crown out to position 2. To ensure that the date display does not switch at noon, turn the hour and minute hand forward until the display changes to the current date.
3. Set the current time by turning the crown and check whether the current time is before or after noon.
4. Push the crown back to its normal position (0).

Setting the time

1. Pull the crown out to position 2 and turn it to set the current time. Note that the current time is before or after noon.
2. Press the crown back to its normal position (0).

USE OF THE CHRONOGRAPH

Chronograph: Basic function (Start / Stop / Zero)

1. Press the Pusher A to start or stop the time measurement. The stop operation can be continued or stopped by pressing the Pusher A again.
2. Pressing the Pusher B once resets the chronograph hands back to their zero positions, if the time measurement has been stopped before.

Other time measurements are also possible. For further information please visit www.elysee-watches.com

RESET THE CHRONOGRAPH

One or more chronograph hands are not in theirs correct zero positions and must be aligned (e.g. after battery change).

Alignment of the chronograph pointer to the zero position

1. Pull the crown out to position 2.
2. Press the Pusher B for two seconds and release the Pusher.
3. Push the crown back to its normal position (0).

The small second hand will move at two-second interval for 10 seconds as a demonstration. If the crown is operated within these 10 seconds, the two-second interval movement will not be activated.

SETTING FOR ETA/VALJOUX MOVEMENT

Please note that this is only a schematic diagram for explaining the settings. The design and various functions can therefore differ from your watch.

Setting the day and date

1. Pull the crown out to position 1 and turn it clockwise to set the indication of the date of the previous day. Rotate the crown counterclockwise to set the indication of the day of the previous day.
2. Pull the crown out to position 2. To ensure that the indications will not change at noon, turn the hour and minute hands forward until the day and date change to the current day and date.
3. By turning the crown, set the hour and minute hand to the current time.
4. Push the crown back to its normal position (0).

Setting the time

1. Pull the crown out to position 2 and turn it to set the current time.
2. Press the crown back to its normal position (0).

Please do not set the weekday and date display between 21:00pm and 03:00am, otherwise damage to the clockwork may occur.

USE OF THE CHRONOGRAPH

1. Pressing Pusher A starts or stops the stopwatch. The stop operation can be continued or stopped by pressing the Pusher A again
2. Once the Pusher B is pressed, the chronograph's hands are reset to theirs zero positions, but only if the time measurement has been stopped first.

Example:

1. Pusher A = start time measurement
2. Pusher A = stop time measurement and read the time
3. Pusher A = resume time measurement
4. Pusher A = stop time measurement and read the time again
5. Pusher B = The hands of the chronograph return to theirs zero positions

WATER RESISTANCE (DIN 8310)

3 ATM Resistant to splashes, sweat and rain drops

5 ATM Waterproof, but not suitable for swimming

10 ATM Suitable for swimming or snorkeling

20 ATM Suitable for swimming, snorkeling and diving

The details of the water resistance can be found on the case back of your watch.

WARRANTY AND GUARANTEE

Your ELYSEE has a warranty of 2 years from the date of purchase against all manufacturing defects. This excludes the use of bracelet, glass, battery and damage caused by unauthorized access.

Should you need the warranty or a repair, please send your ELYSEE with the original receipt to the following address:

ELYSEE Uhren GmbH

Heerdter Lohweg 212

40549 Düsseldorf

Germany

Should you have any questions regarding the service processing, please do not hesitate to contact us by phone [phone] or just write an e-mail to [e-mail].

ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE AND DISPOSAL

Some products are made of high quality materials and parts that can be recycled and reused. Therefore, at the end of their service life, they must not dispose of the product via household waste. Disposal must be in accordance with the applicable directives for WEEE. Please dispose of the products at a local collection point for waste electrical and electronic equipment.

As a consumer you are legally obliged by the battery regulation to return all used batteries and accumulators. Disposal in household waste is prohibited. You can dispose of used batteries free of charge at the collecting points of your municipality and everywhere where batteries are sold.

With the recycling of old equipment and the proper disposal of batteries / accumulators, you make an important contribution to the protection of our environment.

ELYSEE Uhren GmbH