Breitling Classic AVI Chronograph 42 Watch Instructions for Use

This is a manual for the Breitling Classic AVI Chronograph 42 watch. The watch has the following features: chronograph function, date display, day display, 24-hour display, second time zone display, alarm function, countdown function, perpetual calendar function.


Breitling Classic AVI Chronograph 42 Watch Instructions for Use - cover page
Brand
Breitling
Category
Watches
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
52
File format
PDF
File size
7.9 MB
Published
11 November, 2023
Updated
11 November, 2023
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About this manual

This Breitling Classic AVI Chronograph 42 booklet provides instructions for winding and setting the watch, using the chronograph, and using the 12-hour bezel and solar compass. It also explains maintenance, water-resistance checks, and care advice for Breitling chronometers.

The document notes that Breitling chronometers are COSC-certified according to ISO 3159, with a daily rate tolerance of -4/+6 seconds. It includes sections in several languages and states that up-to-date user manuals are available on breitling.com under SERVICE.

What's inside

  • Preparation for use
  • Winding – time-setting
  • Using the chronograph
  • Measuring a single short time
  • Measuring a short time with interruption
  • 12H bezel
  • Solar compass
  • Maintenance
  • Water resistance
  • Useful advice

Specifications

Chronometer certification standardISO 3159
Daily rate tolerance-4/+6 seconds per day
Certification test duration15 days and 15 nights
Certification test positions5 positions

Frequently asked questions

How do I wind the Breitling Classic AVI Chronograph 42?

Wind the watch through approximately 40 clockwise turns of the crown.

How do I start the chronograph?

Press pushpiece A to start the chronograph. Hand 3 shows the measurement in seconds.

Can the watch be used as a solar compass?

Yes. The document states that the Breitling chronometer can be used as a solar compass to determine the north-south direction.

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