Luminox Standard - Manual (Page 5)

Water resistant gaskets*
Your watch incorporates a series of gaskets, which work in conjunction with your care to help ensure
the water resistance of your timepiece. Over time, gaskets and crown seals will dry out, so it is recom-
mended that all gaskets be inspected and replaced every 18-24 months, or yearly if the watch is
repeatedly used in chlorinated swimming pools or salt water environments. Upon replacement of these
gaskets, your timepiece should be tested for water resistance to make sure that the gaskets have been
installed properly. All Luminox authorized service centers will perform this test.
Water condensation
During sudden temperature variations (e.g., jumping into a cool pool on a hot day), condensa-
tion may appear underneath the crystal of your watch. This light fogging should dissipate on its
own and will not effect the operation of the movement in your watch. If this condensation does
not dissipate on its own, your watch should be sent to an authorized Luminox service center for
evaluation.
*Extreme changes in temperature (sauna, hot tub, etc.) and exposure to certain cleansers (after
shave, chlorine, etc.) may cause the gaskets in your watch to expand/contract and dry out pre-
maturely, ultimately compromising the water resistance of your timepiece.
GENERAL CARE AND MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES
Like any other piece of equipment, it is recommended that periodic maintenance be perfor-
med on your timepiece. Observing the basic care and maintenance guidelines outlined below,
in conjunction with periodic service center cleanings, should ensure the reliability and prolon-
ged performance of your timepiece.
Cleaning
You should rinse your watch in fresh water occasionally to remove any sediment or other
material that may accumulate on the watch case or underneath the watch bezel during use.
This is especially important after immersion in salt water.
Crystals
Luminox watches are made with tempered mineral glass crystals, or sapphire glass crystals,
depending on the specific model. Sapphire glass crystals are highly scratch resistant; while
mineral glass crystals, though scratch resistant, are softer in composition and may exhibit sur-
face marring over time. A cracked, chipped, or loose crystal should be replaced immediately.