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How do I properly clean a watch?

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To clean your watch, first, acquire a specialized watch polisher available online or at watch shops. Once obtained, apply a small amount of the polisher to the watch surface. Use gentle circular motions to buff the entire watch, focusing on areas with dirt or grime buildup. After polishing, use a clean microfiber towel to buff the watch, removing any remaining polish residue and restoring shine. However, if you're uncertain about the build quality or materials of your watch, it's advisable to seek assistance from a professional watchmaker to prevent damage.

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How do you count laps on a Timex Ironman?

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You can count laps by putting your watch in CHRONO mode. Hit the Mode button until CHRONO appears on the display, then press START/SPLIT to begin CHRONO. Hit START/SPLIT again to create a split between laps. STOP/RESET will stop Chrono mode, and SET will store your workout. Your watch can count up to 99 laps and will store 50.

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How do I set the day on my Timex watch?

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Go into TIME mode and press and hold SET. Hit NEXT to cycle through the different elements of the TIME mode until you get to the day of the week or month, then use the +/- buttons to go up or down to the correct day. Press DONE when you’re finished.

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Can you swim with a Timex Ironman?

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Yes, the Ironman is water resistant, so it’s okay to use it while pool swimming. Avoid pushing the buttons while you’re in the water, since this could let water into the watch. Don’t use it while diving.

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How do I change the day of the week if the option for changing the day doesn't appear while I am setting the watch?

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I had this problem on my blackout Timex Ironman. It turns out that I had the wrong date set. Once you set the correct date, it will automatically correct the day of the week on its own.

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Do I have to set the clock to 2016 instead of 2017 to get the day of the week and date to be correct?

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No, it is 2018. You have to set to the correct year, date, month and time to set your Ironman.

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What time zone is Toronto in?

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Eastern Standard Time, same as New York and the rest of the East Coast in the US

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