u s e r manual
" ride y o u r luck, seize y o u r jo y and confront y o u r risk. to witness y o u will see them conver t e d. " Rene Char
Summary u s e r manual P6. o u r ambition P8. r e a d i n g time differently P10. t e c h n i c a l specific at i o n s P12. t h e trilo b e w atc h P14. w i n d i n g system P16. s e t t i n g y o u r trilo b e w atc h P18. adjusting the folding cl asp P20. changing the strap and the cl asp P22. m a i n t e n a n c e P24. p r e c a u t i o n s P26. q u a l i t y P28. w a r r a n t y P30. s e r v i c e s and conta c t s 4
Our ambition o u r ambition w a s born out of a desire to explo r e new possibilities in the world o f w atc h m a k i n g This user manual is valid for Trilobe inaugural series. To know more about Trilobe watches: www.trilobewatches.com Trilobe reverses the reference system of watchmaking: time starts moving, while its indicators become fixed. As the components of time move away from traditional codes, they urge us to take a different look at the passage of time. Trilobe Time. Liberated. 6 7
Reading time differently t h e t r i lo b e w atc h r e v e r s e s t h e d i s p l ay, p u t t i n g t h e m ot i o n o f t i m e at i t s c e n t r e a n d f i x i n g i t s indic ato r s Time is given by the combination of three fixed Trilobes pointing to moving rings. Each time's component (Hours, Minutes and Seconds) has a separate display (Trilobe indicator and ring), enabling it to move independently and without the superposition of one over another. Presentation of each component is enhanced by the sizing of the three rings, from largest for hours to smallest for seconds. Each ring moves in a counterclockwise direction. 8 9
MOVEMENT BALANCE FREQUENCY FUNCTIONAL RUBIES TOTAL PIECES IN THE MOVEMENT Technical specifications " l e s mat i n a u x" collection r e f e r e n c e: LM01A18 Highly modified self-winding 2892 mechanical movement with an additional patented module 28 800 alt/h (4 Hz) 42 246 PATENT CASE DIAL A display concept comprising three display devices representing the hours, minutes and seconds situated on the same plane as the dial 316 L steel Bezel is 41.5 mm in diameter and 11.5 mm thick Microblasted/satin/polished finishes Water-resistance tested to 5 bars (approximately 50 metres) Domed bezel with sapphire crystal and double anti-reflection treatment. Transparent back with sapphire crystal and anti-reflection treatment Silver, storm grey or sunray blue Rosette-shaped seconds ring Trilobe-shaped indices FUNCTIONS Hours, minutes, seconds subdial displayed by rotating rings and fixed indices STRAP Alligator leather with a double folding clasp 10 11 l i m i t e d edition - 100 n u m b e r e d pieces
The Trilobe watch coat of arms for le locle factory coat of arms for paris 1 st arrondissement - trilobe birth trilobe for seconds the rose window for seconds ring for minutes trilobe for minutes trilobe for hours waterproofing serial number coat of arms for paris - inaugural series launch consecutive number from 001 ring for hours transparent back with sapphire crystal crown oscillating weight horn 12 13
1 Winding system t h i s funct i o n allo w s yo u to ac c u m u l at e the energy necessary f o r the pro p e r funct i o n i n g of yo u r a u to m at i c mechanica l watc h The efficiency of automatic winding is directly related to the activity of the arm to which the watch is attached. Fully wound, your watch has a power reserve of 42 hours. The accumulated power reserve guarantees the watch's operation all night long and also ensures a comfortable reserve of autonomy. However, an automatic watch stored for a few days stops or no longer has a sufficient power reserve to guarantee optimal accuracy. To ensure an ideal run in any situation, we encourage you to manually wind your watch about twenty crown turns clockwise when you pick it up. Similarly, a watch that has remained stationary must be reset to the correct time and date, but also wound by about fifty crown turns before being placed on the wrist. If you are not wearing your watch, make sure to wind it at least once a month. This delays the ageing of oils and lubricants. 14 15
Setting your Trilobe watch t h i s f u n c t i o n a l lo w s y o u r w atc h to b e s e t to t h e t i m e b y u s i n g t h e c r o w n w e a r i n g position - position 1 The crown must be in position 1 when the watch is running. The crown, thus positioned, guarantees the water-resistance of the watch. After each use of the crown, make sure it is fully pressed against the case. s e t t i n g time position - position 2 1 2 Pull the crown out to position 2. At this moment, the rings stop moving. Turn the crown in either direction to position the Trilobes according to the hours and minutes of the time you wish. For more precision in setting the time, wait that the ring for seconds reaches the targeted number, typically the 0. Then, pull the crown out to position 2 and adjust the rings as described above. At the desired time position, push the crown fully against the case in position 1. The watch starts working again. The rosette of the small second automatically resumes turning. 16 17
Adjusting the folding clasp Opening and closing of the double folding clasp : 1. Press both push-buttons to release the first folding part of the clasp 2. Unclip the second folding part To close your clasp, clip the second part of the clasp reverse wise and then the first part Adjusting your wristband : Your folding clasp consists of two fastening elements on the strap, allowing for maximum safety 1. First, insert your wristband into the folding clasp at the desired length 2. Then insert the pin into the appropriate strap hole 3. Finally, insert the safety pin under the clasp cover into the appropriate strap hole, pressing the cover against the strap 18 19
Changing the strap and the clasp 1. Turn on the flash pump by pulling it to the center of the strap to remove the first part of the wristband 2. Insert one end of the bar of the new wristband 3. Put the bracelet back on while activating the flash pump by pulling to the left 4. Release the flash pump 5. Repeat the previous steps for the other part of the wristband t i g h t e n i n g or repl a c i n g the cl asp If you notice that the hold on your folding clasp on the wristband becomes loose, you can tighten it by using the clamping screws You can also replace the folding clasp by loosening the clamping screws and then insert it into a different wristband 21
Maintenance A watch is a sensitive object that l e at h e r wristband requires care. In order to keep The life span of a leather wristband your watch looking its best, we depends on the conditions and recommend that you groom it use. To maintain it, we recommend regularly. that you avoid contact with water, g r o o m i n g fatty or acid substances, cosmetic products. We also recommend A microfiber towel has been provided with your watch and we that you avoid excessive exposure to sunlight, as UV rays can recommend that you gently clean affect their coloring. We do not the case with it so as not to scratch recommend the use of leather care it. It is also important to close the products to clean or restore shine crown properly after any time to a wristband. In summer, a leather setting operation. strap is subject to more external aggressions and therefore we recommend that you temporarily replace your leather strap during this period with a rubber strap adapted to the model. The leather wristband must be treated with special care in order to preserve its shine and suppleness for as long as possible. To do this, gently rub the leather strap with a soft cloth or microfibre cloth before storing the watch in its box. The strap change is easily carried out thanks to the integrated "flash" strap change system. c o m p l e t e o v e r h a u l The accuracy mechanism of Trilobe watches is particularly sophisticated due to complications of high-end watchmaking, which allow brand s characteristic way of reading time. It is therefore recommended to contact our Trilobe authorized service center approximately every 3 years for regular maintenance and every 5 to 7 years for a complete overhaul. 22 23
Precautions t e m p e r at u r e case's frame as far as possible, especially before each use in the Extreme temperatures or sudden variations. The movement of water. In general, we strongly recommend that you avoid wearing your watch is a top-of-the-range your watch for any aquatic activity precision mechanism that requires to protect it from extreme and keep it away from the water. Any damage caused by improper temperatures (+60 C, -0 C) and use of the watch is not covered by thermal shocks (e.g. hot springs, the warranty. Your wristband might high temperature showers, sauna, also be damaged. hammam...). Never handle the crown underwater. Trilobe watches are sealed by w at e r p r o o f i n g Trilobe watches are water-resistant to 5 bar/atm (approximately by natural wear, temperature safety seals that can be damaged 50 meters). The jet of a shower changes, shocks or cosmetics. If or a tap can easily exceed the condensation appears under the pressure of 5 bar and jeopardize glass of your watch, it means that the waterproofing of your watch. its sealing system is damaged and To ensure that the watch is waterproof, always make sure that after-sale center. it is recommended to contact our the crown is pushed against the p r ot e c t i n g y o u r w atc h your watch. Watches are designed to resist radiations encountered in everyday life, but some In case of immersion in seawater or chlorinated water, we recommend strong disturbances are likely to that you rinse your watch with a magnetize steel components soft cloth soaked in slightly warm of the movement, in particular fresh water. Avoid direct contact the balance-spring. In this case, with chemical cleaning agents, contact our after-sales center solvents, detergents, and other so that a watch specialist can abrasive and cosmetic products examine your watch and carry that may damage the case, wristband or rubber seals. out a simple demagnetization procedure. m a g n e t i s m v i b r at i o n s Wearing or placing your watch Avoid vibrations and impacts on near electronic devices that may the watch (golf, tennis, mountain generate magnetic fields is detrimental to its proper functioning. biking, etc.). Shocks can damage not only the external parts but also Magnetic fields are emitted from the accuracy of the movement. different sources, such as mobile Any damage caused by improper phones, computers, refrigerators use of the watch is not covered by and other electronic devices. These the warranty. magnetic fields can cause a sudden change in the accuracy of 24 25
Quality We are committed to providing you with excellent product quality and service level. All our watches are subject to the highest quality controls. After a first series of tests, our watches go through hundreds of hours of internal quality control in 6 steps: r e g u l a r i t y control w at e r p r o o f i n g control i m pa c t control t e m p e r at u r e control p o w e r reser v e control a e s t h e t i c control 27
Warranty Each Trilobe watch has a unique identification number that testifies to its authenticity. We provide two types of warranties: the first covers manufacturing defects, the second covers technical interventions carried out on the watch. c o m m e r c i a l w a r r a n t y Your Trilobe watch is guaranteed against any manufacturing defect for 24 months from the date of shipment or hand delivery, provided that the warranty card is signed by Trilobe. Any repair or overhaul work performed by a third party not approved by Trilobe would automatically invalidate the warranty. The warranty does not cover the following cases: Damage resulting from improper handling; (refer back to our maintenance and precautions sections) Watch wearing out; Shocks; Watch loss or theft. t e c h n i c a l w a r r a n t y After any intervention carried out by an approved Trilobe repairer, the work carried out is guaranteed for a period of 12 months. This warranty does not cover ordinary wearing out or any damage resulting from improper handling. In the event of damage caused by an unauthorized repairer, the watch must be repaired at your own expenses. To be valid, the warranty card must have been duly completed and signed by Trilobe. 28 29
Our Trilobe service center is staffed by carefully selected and certified personnel who meet the highest quality standards. In order to preserve the value of your Trilobe watch, make sure that it is always examined by an approved Trilobe watchmaker. You can obtain a technical service by shipping your watch to our service center. Refer back to our services section on www.trilobewatches.com Would you like to meet or visit us? Do you have a question? Do you need some advice? We are at your disposal. Do not hesitate to contact us. Services and contacts cercle@trilobewatches.com Direct line: +33 (0)1 42 33 52 96 Monday to Friday from 9am to 7pm (CET) Saturday from 9am to 5pm (CET) Trilobe Watches SAS, 231 rue Saint-Honoré, 75001 Paris, France 30 31
TIME. LIBERATED