How to Use the Stopwatch

Understanding the Stopwatch

• The stopwatch measures time using independent hands separate from the central and 24-hour hands.
• It can measure up to 60 minutes in seconds.
• The watch records time in one-second increments, ignoring 1/10-second fractions.

Standard Measurement

To measure time using the stopwatch:

1. Start the stopwatch – Press button A.
2. Stop the stopwatch – Press button A again.
3. Reset the stopwatch – Press button B (returns hands to “0” position).

💡 Example: Measuring a 100m race.

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Accumulated Elapsed Time Measurement

For timing multiple intervals:

1. Start the stopwatch – Press button A.
2. Pause the stopwatch – Press button A again.
3. Resume the stopwatch – Press button A.
4. Stop the stopwatch – Press button A.
5. Reset the stopwatch – Press button B.

💡 Example: Timing a basketball game.

🔄 You can restart and stop the stopwatch as many times as needed before resetting.

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Split Time Measurement

To measure intermediate times without stopping the stopwatch:

1. Start the stopwatch – Press button A.
2. Record a split time – Press button B (stops only the display, the stopwatch keeps running).
3. Release the split time – Press button B again.
4. Stop the stopwatch – Press button A.
5. Reset the stopwatch – Press button B.

💡 Example: Measuring lap times in a 5000m race.

🔄 Split time measurement can be repeated as many times as needed.

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Adjusting the Stopwatch Hand Position

Before setting the time, ensure that the stopwatch second and minute hands are at the "0" (12 o’clock) position.

Resetting the Hands

• If the stopwatch is counting: Press A → B.
• If the stopwatch is stopped: Press B.
• If a split time is displayed: Press B → A → B.

Manual Adjustment

If the hands are not in the correct position:

1. Pull out the crown.
2. Press button A or B to move the hands to the “0” position.
   • Button A: Moves hands counterclockwise.
   • Button B: Moves hands clockwise.
3. Push the crown back to its normal position.