WA037 

Overview

Your Automatic Watch Winder is designed to rotate all models and brands of automatic watches. The case is made of fine Oak wood. The finish is hand polished. The wood surface is as smooth as a mirror when completed. It takes 60 days to complete this process by skilled craftsmen. The PU coating of the wood box is heat resistant and will resist minor scratches. The quality of the finish will give years of beauty.

Specifications

- Hand crafted Oak wood case polished to high gloss piano finish.

- Slow rotation DC motor operates from a 3V power source. Either 2 pieces "D" size 1.5V batteries or a 3 volt AC Adaptor. Power consumption is less than 100mA. Battery consumption is 60 - 200 hours, depending on the type and quality of batteries. A pair of fresh Alkaline batteries will last for about 30 – 35 days, if the winder is kept turned on all the time.  It will last longer if you occasionally turn the unit off. There is a receptacle at the rear of the case for a AC Adaptor.  When AC adaptor is plugged into the DC jack, the battery connection is automatically disconnected and only AC power is used. Unplug the AC adaptor to use battery power. 

The switch at the back of the unit controls the direction of rotation and power off. Switch to “I” to turn one direction, to “II” to turn another direction, to “o” to turn the power off. 

- The Winders rotates at approximately 4.5 turns per minute. Each cycle will run for 1 hour and sleep for 3 hours. The same cycle will repeat continuously. You can turn off the winder at anytime. It winds approx. 1,800 turns per day. This is good enough for all automatic watches.

- LED light indicator – The LED light on the front panel will lit green when the winder is working. It blinks during sleep mode. It is off when the power is turned off.-    

  HOW TO OPERATE THE WATCH WINDER

1. Wrap a watch around the provided cushion. The cushion has a removable cell so a smaller size watch can be placed by removing the outer cell of the cushion. (Important: if the watch has completely stopped, you must shake the watch a few times by hand to unlock the slipping device that might be locked when the movement has completely stopped.  If you skip this process, the watch will never wind up on the watch winder).  Then insert the cushion into the rotating cup. Close the lid and place the winder sideway like the following picture:

2. To use battery power, insert 2 “D” size batteries into the battery compartment by lifting up the battery cover.  To use AC power, plug the AC adaptor into the DC jack and connect the other side to the wall electricity socket.  The plugged in AC jack will disable the DC power source. 

3. Select your rotating direction by turning the switch to either “I” or “II” position.  You can turn off  the winder anytime by switching to the “o” position.   Some watches like Rolex can wind up either way, but many watches can only wind up one way. You can test the wind up direction of your watch by trying one direction or the other.  Write down the direction that works for your watch and simply use the same direction for the same watch on your next session. 

4. There is stand provided with the winder. You may place it  underneath the winder box so that the watch tilts at an upward angle.  By doing so, you will prevent the box from being scratched at the bottom.

 MAINTENANCE OF THE WINDER

It is recommended to use a velvet type fabric to clean the exterior of the wood box. If there are heavy stains, spray very small amount of wood furniture polisher and then wipe clean. Handle the box carefully. Do not drop. Turn the power switch to "OFF" when not operating the unit. Remove the dry batteries from the compartment when you expect not to use the unit for the next 4 weeks. Do not expose the unit to sunlight, outdoor environment, extreme temperature or humidity.

TROUBLESHOOTING

1. The rotation disk does not rotate:
Make sure the AC or DC power source is properly connected. And the switch is turned on to either “I” or “II” position. Reset the winder by switching to “o”  postion and turn it on again. If the rotation still does not begin, the unit requires servicing.

2. In some instances, when the AC Adaptor is plugged into the winder, there is no power. This may be due to the polarity of the power plug is inconsistent with the polarity of the local electricity company’s power supply.  If you use the AC Adaptor supplied by the original manufacturer, the plug has a correct polarity.  (Remarks:  If you use your own adaptor bought at your local store, it may not work if the polarity does not match our unit.  Make sure the inside polarity is (-) and the outside polarity is (+)).

3. The rotation speed is very slow (less than 2.5 turns per minute):
Insufficient voltage is supplied. Either replace the dry batteries or use a new AC Adaptor. Always use a 3 Volt output AC Adaptor only.

WARRANTY

This unit is warranted for manufacturing defects for one year. Return the unit to the dealer you purchased from with proof of purchase.

Defects due to the following reasons are considered out of warranty and charges will apply:

1. over the one year warranty period.
2. drop or breakage.
3. opened or repaired by non approved technician.

 

The following are not covered by the warranty:

1. Scratches, dirt, stain, broken glass or broken parts.
2. Normal tears and wear.

If the unit needs to be mailed for service, make sure it is packed in its original packaging or very well cushioned. Cost of freight must be prepaid. Write a note about the problems with returning address, telephone number, fax, email and proof of purchase. You will be notified if there are any charges.

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