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1.3 WATER RESISTANCE

Suunto Observer is tested with ISO (International Organization for standardization, www.iso.ch) standard 2281. This means that the product is water-resistant. In addition to the term ‘water resistant’, Suunto Observer is marked with an indication of a test overpressure given as a depth in meters (100 m/330 feet). This indication, however, does not correspond to a diving depth but refers to the pressure at which the water overpressure test was conducted.

This means that you cannot dive to a depth of 100 m/330 ft. with your Suunto Observer. Rain, showering, swimming and other normal exposure to water will not affect its operation but the buttons shall not be pressed if exposed to water in any circumstances.

NOTE: Suunto Observer wristop computers must not be used for diving.

1.4 BATTERY REPLACEMENT

Suunto Observer operates on a 3-Volt lithium cell, type: CR 2032. The life expectancy is approximately 12 months in the Time mode.

A low-battery warning indicator is activated on the display when approximately 5–15 percent of the battery capacity is still available. When this occurs, you should replace the battery. However, extremely cold weather may activate the low battery warning indicator even though the battery is still fully operational. If the battery warning indica- tor is activated in temperatures above 10°C (50°F), replace the battery.

NOTE: Heavy use of the backlight, altimeter and compass will significantly reduce battery life.

You can replace the batteries yourself as long as you do it properly to avoid any leakage of water into the battery compartment or computer. Always use original battery replacement kits. (They include a new battery, battery lid and O-ring.) You can purchase the battery kits from official Suunto retailers.

NOTE: When replacing the battery, also replace the battery lid and O-ring. Never use the old ones.

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