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Precautions and preventive measures

What can I do to ensure that my a’-tek watch functions perfectly for many years?

	Magnetic fields:	avoid placing your watch on electronic units, which can generate powerful magnetic fields.
	Swimming in the sea:	always rinse your watch with warm water afterwards.
	Shocks:	whether thermal or other, avoid them.
	Crown:	push it back into the neutral position to prevent water from penetrating the mechanism.
	Cleaning:	for metal bracelets and water-resistant cases, use a toothbrush with soapy water and a soft cloth for drying.
	Chemical products:	avoid direct contact with solvents, detergents, perfumes, cosmetic products etc., since they may damage the bracelet, the case or the gaskets.
	Temperatures:	avoid extreme temperatures above 60°C or 140°F below 0°C or 32°F or extreme temperature changes.
	Water resistance:	A watch’s water resistance cannot be permanently guaranteed. It may be affected by the ageing of gaskets or by an accidental shock to one of the components assuring the water resistance such as crown, pushers and crystal. As stipulated in our service instructions, we recommend you have the water resistance of your a’-tek watch checked once a year by an approved a’-tek service center.
		44.088PSI equals to 3atm or 30meters water resistant.
		73.48PSI equals to 5atm or 50meters water resistant.
		146.96PSI equals to 10atm or 100meters water resistant.
	Chronograph push-pieces:	Do not operate chronograph pushers under water in order to prevent water entering the mechanism.
	Collection and treatment of end of life quartz watches:	This symbol indicates that this product should not be disposed with household waste. It has to be returned to a local authorized collection system. By following this procedure you will contribute to the protection of the environment and human health. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. **valid in the EU member states and in any countries with corresponding legislation.