It depends on the model:. No, except the ICE fit RT 3.0 in the shower. Hot water and steam damage the seals and sensors of all watches: always remove it before a hot bath, a hot tub or a sauna. Only with the ICE fit RT 3.0 (5 ATM), excluding intensiv

<h2 id="-what-is-the-water-resistance-level-of-my-watch">&#x1F4A7; What is the water resistance level of my watch?</h2><p>It depends on the model:</p><ul><li><strong>IP68</strong>: ICE smart (including mimi, SP 2.0 and forever), ICE fit 1.0, all ICE smart junior models and ICE Kids 4G</li><li><strong>3 ATM</strong>: ICE smart band</li><li><strong>5 ATM</strong>: ICE fit RT 3.0</li></ul><div class="warning">&#x26A0;&#xFE0F; <strong>IP68 does NOT mean waterproof.</strong> This rating only protects against sweat: no hand washing, rain, showers or swimming.</div><table><thead><tr><th>Activity</th><th>IP68</th><th>3 ATM (band)</th><th>5 ATM (fit RT 3.0)</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Sweat</td><td>&#x2705;</td><td>&#x2705;</td><td>&#x2705;</td></tr><tr><td>Hand washing</td><td>&#x274C;</td><td>&#x2705;</td><td>&#x2705;</td></tr><tr><td>Rain, splashes</td><td>&#x274C;</td><td>&#x274C;</td><td>&#x2705;</td></tr><tr><td>Shower or bath</td><td>&#x274C;</td><td>&#x274C;</td><td>&#x2705;</td></tr><tr><td>Swimming (not intensive swimming)</td><td>&#x274C;</td><td>&#x274C;</td><td>&#x2705;</td></tr><tr><td>Hot water, sauna, hammam</td><td>&#x274C;</td><td>&#x274C;</td><td>&#x274C;</td></tr><tr><td>Diving, water sports</td><td>&#x274C;</td><td>&#x274C;</td><td>&#x274C;</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="tip">&#x1F4A1; Whatever the model, <strong>never press the buttons</strong> when the watch is wet or underwater.</div><hr><h2 id="-specific-situations">&#x1F6BF; Specific situations</h2><h3 id="can-i-wear-my-watch-in-the-shower-or-in-a-hot-tub">Can I wear my watch in the shower or in a hot tub?</h3><p><strong>No</strong>, except the ICE fit RT 3.0 in the shower. Hot water and steam damage the seals and sensors of all watches: always remove it before a hot bath, a hot tub or a sauna.</p><h3 id="can-i-swim-with-my-watch">Can I swim with my watch?</h3><p><strong>Only with the ICE fit RT 3.0</strong> (5 ATM), excluding intensive swimming and diving. All other models are not designed for swimming or immersion.</p><h3 id="can-my-child-wear-their-ice-smart-junior-or-ice-kids-4g-while-playing-in-water">Can my child wear their ICE smart junior or ICE Kids 4G while playing in water?</h3><p><strong>No.</strong> These watches are rated IP68: remove them before the pool, the bath or water games. Also avoid chlorinated water.</p><h3 id="can-i-use-my-watch-in-cold-weather-or-snow">Can I use my watch in cold weather or snow?</h3><p>Yes, but temperatures below <strong>&#x2212;10 &#xB0;C</strong> can reduce battery performance. Keep the watch under your sleeve outdoors and avoid contact with snow and ice.</p><hr><h2 id="-cleaning-after-exercise">&#x1F9F9; Cleaning after exercise</h2><ol><li>Wipe the watch with a <strong>soft, dry cloth</strong>.</li><li>Avoid chemicals, soaps and perfumes.</li><li>Let it dry completely before charging or wearing it again.</li><li>Never charge the watch when it is wet.</li></ol><hr><h2 id="&#xFE0F;-my-watch-came-into-contact-with-water-what-should-i-do">&#x26A0;&#xFE0F; My watch came into contact with water: what should I do?</h2><ol><li>Gently dry it with a <strong>soft, dry cloth</strong>.</li><li>Do not use a hair dryer or any other heat source, and do not leave it in direct sunlight.</li><li>Do not press any button until the watch is completely dry.</li><li>Leave it in a dry, well-ventilated place for 24 to 48 hours.</li></ol><div class="warning">&#x26A0;&#xFE0F; Damage caused by use beyond your model&apos;s water resistance <strong>is not covered by the warranty</strong>.</div><p>If the watch still doesn&apos;t work after drying, contact our customer service, explaining how and when the contact with water happened, with a photo of the front and back of the watch.</p><p><a href="https://www.ice-watch.com/pages/contact" target="_blank">Contact us here &#x2192;</a></p><style>
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What is the water resistance level of my watch?

The water resistance level of your quartz or digit watch is usually shown on the back of the case. You will also find it on the original packaging and on the product page on ice-watch.com. Most Ice-Watch quartz and digit watches are water-resistant b

<h2 id="-how-do-i-know-my-watchs-water-resistance">&#x1F4A7; How do I know my watch&apos;s water resistance?</h2><p>The water resistance level of your quartz or digit watch is usually shown <strong>on the back of the case</strong>. You will also find it on the original packaging and on the product page on ice-watch.com.</p><p>Most Ice-Watch quartz and digit watches are water-resistant between <strong>5 and 10 ATM</strong> (atmospheres). Some older models go up to <strong>20 ATM</strong>.</p><hr><h2 id="-what-you-can-do-depending-on-the-level">&#x1F4CA; What you can do depending on the level</h2><table><thead><tr><th style="width: 34.4559%;">Activity</th><th style="width: 14.4492%;">3 ATM</th><th style="width: 15.7933%;">5 ATM</th><th style="width: 17.1897%;">10 ATM</th><th style="width: 17.8803%;">20&#x2013;30 ATM</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td style="width: 34.4559%;">Sweat</td><td style="width: 14.4492%;">&#x2705;</td><td style="width: 15.7933%;">&#x2705;</td><td style="width: 17.1897%;">&#x2705;</td><td style="width: 17.8803%;">&#x2705;</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 34.4559%;">Hand washing, car washing</td><td style="width: 14.4492%;">&#x2705;</td><td style="width: 15.7933%;">&#x2705;</td><td style="width: 17.1897%;">&#x2705;</td><td style="width: 17.8803%;">&#x2705;</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 34.4559%;">Rain, splashes</td><td style="width: 14.4492%;">&#x274C;</td><td style="width: 15.7933%;">&#x2705;</td><td style="width: 17.1897%;">&#x2705;</td><td style="width: 17.8803%;">&#x2705;</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 34.4559%;">Shower or bath</td><td style="width: 14.4492%;">&#x274C;</td><td style="width: 15.7933%;">&#x26A0;&#xFE0F; Avoid<br></td><td style="width: 17.1897%;">&#x26A0;&#xFE0F; Avoid<br></td><td style="width: 17.8803%;">&#x26A0;&#xFE0F; Avoid<br></td></tr><tr><td style="width: 34.4559%;">Swimming</td><td style="width: 14.4492%;">&#x274C;</td><td style="width: 15.7933%;">&#x2705;</td><td style="width: 17.1897%;">&#x2705;</td><td style="width: 17.8803%;">&#x2705;</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 34.4559%;">Athletic swimming</td><td style="width: 14.4492%;">&#x274C;</td><td style="width: 15.7933%;">&#x274C;</td><td style="width: 17.1897%;">&#x2705;</td><td style="width: 17.8803%;">&#x2705;</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 34.4559%;">Apnoea, jumping into water, water sports</td><td style="width: 14.4492%;">&#x274C;</td><td style="width: 15.7933%;">&#x274C;</td><td style="width: 17.1897%;">&#x274C;</td><td style="width: 17.8803%;">&#x2705;</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 34.4559%;">High-pressure cleaner (never aimed directly at the watch)</td><td style="width: 14.4492%;">&#x274C;</td><td style="width: 15.7933%;">&#x274C;</td><td style="width: 17.1897%;">&#x274C;</td><td style="width: 17.8803%;">&#x2705;</td></tr><tr><td style="width: 34.4559%;">Hot water, sauna, hammam</td><td style="width: 14.4492%;">&#x274C;</td><td style="width: 15.7933%;">&#x274C;</td><td style="width: 17.1897%;">&#x274C;</td><td style="width: 17.8803%;">&#x274C;</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="tip">&#x1F4C4; Download our water resistance summary chart below.</div><div class="tip">&#x1F6C1; Even if your watch is water-resistant, we always recommend <strong>taking it off</strong> before a bath or shower: hot water, steam and soap damage the seals.</div><div class="tip">&#x1F4A1; <strong>Never press the crown or buttons</strong> when the watch is wet or underwater.</div><hr><h2 id="-specific-situations">&#x1F6BF; Specific situations</h2><h3 id="can-i-shower-with-my-watch">Can I shower with my watch?</h3><p>We recommend taking it off, whatever its water resistance level.</p><h3 id="can-i-swim-with-my-watch">Can I swim with my watch?</h3><ul><li><strong>3 ATM</strong>: no</li><li><strong>5 ATM</strong>: yes, excluding athletic swimming</li><li><strong>10 ATM</strong>: yes, including athletic swimming</li><li><strong>20&#x2013;30 ATM</strong>: yes, including apnoea, jumping into water and water sports</li></ul><h3 id="does-water-resistance-decrease-over-time">Does water resistance decrease over time?</h3><p>Yes. Seals wear over time: have them checked by a watchmaker every 1 to 2 years if your watch is regularly exposed to water.</p><hr><h2 id="-after-contact-with-water">&#x1F9F9; After contact with water</h2><ol><li>Rinse the watch with <strong>fresh water</strong> after exposure to salt or chlorinated water.</li><li>Wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.</li><li>Avoid soaps, perfumes, sunscreen and corrosive liquids.</li></ol><hr><h2 id="&#xFE0F;-water-or-condensation-under-the-glass">&#x26A0;&#xFE0F; Water or condensation under the glass?</h2><ol><li>Do not press any button or touch the crown.</li><li>Do not dry the watch with a heat source (hair dryer, radiator, direct sunlight).</li><li>Contact us, explaining how and when it happened, with a photo of the front and back of the watch.</li></ol><p>If you live in <strong>Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Germany, Italy or Spain</strong>, submit your request via our repair form: <a href="https://icewatch.typeform.com/repair-request" target="_blank">https://icewatch.typeform.com/repair-request</a>. For other countries, write to <a href="mailto:info@bewatch.com">info@bewatch.com</a>.</p><div class="warning">&#x26A0;&#xFE0F; Damage caused by use beyond your watch&apos;s water resistance level <strong>is not covered by the warranty</strong>.</div><style>
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Is my quartz watch water-resistant?

To keep your smartwatch in great shape:. ✨ Bonus tip: Remove the watch occasionally to let your skin breathe — especially during workouts.

<p style="margin-top:0cm;margin-right:0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:&quot;Aptos&quot;,sans-serif;" id="isPasted">To keep your smartwatch in great shape:</p><ul style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-top:0cm;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top:0cm;margin-right:0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:&quot;Aptos&quot;,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:&quot;Segoe UI Emoji&quot;,sans-serif;">&#x1F9FD;</span> <strong>Wipe it regularly</strong> with a soft, dry cloth.</li><li style="margin-top:0cm;margin-right:0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:&quot;Aptos&quot;,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:&quot;Segoe UI Emoji&quot;,sans-serif;">&#x1F4A6;</span> Avoid contact with soaps, detergents, or perfumes.</li><li style="margin-top:0cm;margin-right:0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:&quot;Aptos&quot;,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:&quot;Segoe UI Emoji&quot;,sans-serif;">&#x1F50B;</span> Keep charging pins dry and clean.</li><li style="margin-top:0cm;margin-right:0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:0cm;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:&quot;Aptos&quot;,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:&quot;Segoe UI Emoji&quot;,sans-serif;">&#x1F321;&#xFE0F;</span> Store it away from extreme heat or cold.</li></ul><p><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:&quot;Segoe UI Emoji&quot;,sans-serif;">&#x2728;</span><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:&quot;Aptos&quot;,sans-serif;">&#xA0;<strong>Bonus tip:</strong> Remove the watch occasionally to let your skin breathe &#x2014; especially during workouts.</span></p>

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