Water-resistant and dust-resistant level definition and usage scenario description of wearable devices

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Water-resistant and dust-resistant level definition and usage scenario description of wearable devices

Being water-resistant and dust-resistant means that the wearable device prevents water and dust from entering inside and damaging the interior components and the mainboard.

In the following test scenarios, the normal temperature ranges from 15°C to 35°C, the relative humidity ranges from 25% to 75%, and the atmospheric pressure ranges from 86 kPa to 106 kPa (the standard atmospheric pressure is 101.325 kPa).

For more information about the water resistance of HUAWEI wearables, please visit Water Resistant Levels and Daily Applications for HUAWEI Wearables.

Water/Dust Resistance Level

Resistance Level Definition

Resistance Scenario

Dive (Depth up to 100 metres)

Complies with the EN 13319 standard for diving accessories. Products that meet this standard can withstand 200 cycles of normal pressure (1 ATM) and excess pressure (11 ATM at most), and remain at excess pressure for one minute in each cycle.

The wearable device complies with the EN 13319 standard for diving accessories, and supports diving with a maximum depth of 100 metres. (For safety reasons, please do not dive alone.)

The wearable device is not suitable for use in the following scenarios:

1. Diving activities exceeding a depth of 100 metres.

2. Hot showers, hot springs, saunas (steam rooms), and other activities in high-temperature and high-humidity environments.

3. Platform dives, high-pressure rinsing, or other activities that involve high water pressure or fast-flowing water.

4. Leather and metal straps are not designed to withstand water. It is recommended that you wear other types of straps, if you wish to swim, dive, or play other water activities.

(Damage to the wearable device caused by immersion in liquid is not covered by the warranty if the wearable device is used in an unsuitable scenario.)

Dive (Depth up to 30 metres)

Complies with the EN 13319 standard for diving accessories. Products that meet this standard can withstand 200 cycles of normal pressure (1 ATM) and excess pressure (3.3 ATM at most), and remain at excess pressure for one minute in each cycle.

The wearable device complies with the EN 13319 standard for diving accessories, and supports free diving with a maximum depth of 30 metres. (For safety reasons, please do not dive alone.)

The wearable device is not suitable for use in the following scenarios:

1. Scuba dives and technical dives.

2. Diving activities exceeding a depth of 30 metres.

3. Hot showers, hot springs, saunas (steam rooms), and other activities in high-temperature and high-humidity environments.

4. Platform dives, high-pressure rinsing, or other activities that involve high water pressure or fast-flowing water.

5. Leather and metal straps are not designed to withstand water. It is recommended that you wear other types of straps, if you wish to swim, dive, or play other water activities.

(Damage to the wearable device caused by immersion in liquid is not covered by the warranty if the wearable device is used in an unsuitable scenario.)

10 ATM

It is a water-resistant standard (ISO 22810) defined by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO). It indicates that the wearable device can stand up to simulated 100-metre static water pressure at room temperature for 10 minutes, and does not mean that the wearable device is water-resistant in water that is 100 metres deep.

The wearable device complies with the 10 ATM-rated resistance level under the ISO 22810:2010 standard, which indicates that they can withstand up to 100-metre static water pressure for 10 minutes, but does not actually mean that they are water-resistant in water that is 100-metre deep. Water resistance is not permanent, and performance may deteriorate with daily wear and tear.

It can be used in shallow waters such as in swimming pools and at the beach, and can be worn and used during exercise, on rainy days, and when washing your hands.

If a watch with a speaker is soaked in water or the watch is worn in water, promptly remove water stains from the speaker or use the drainage feature of the watch to avoid the impact of the water stains on the speaker.

The wearable device is not suitable for use in the following scenarios:

1. Dives, scuba dives, platform dives, high-pressure rinsing, or other activities that involve high water pressure or fast-flowing water.

2. Hot showers, hot springs, saunas (steam rooms), and other activities in high-temperature and high-humidity environments.

3. Leather and metal straps are not designed to withstand water. It is recommended that you wear other types of straps, if you wish to swim or play other water activities.

(Damage to the wearable device caused by immersion in liquid is not covered by the warranty if the wearable device is used in an unsuitable scenario.)

5 ATM

It is a water-resistant standard (ISO 22810) defined by the ISO. It indicates that the wearable device can stand up to simulated 50-metre static water pressure at room temperature for 10 minutes, and does not mean that the wearable device is water-resistant in water that is 50 metres deep.

The wearable device complies with the 5 ATM-rated resistance level under the ISO 22810:2010 standard, which indicates that they can withstand up to 50-metre static water pressure for 10 minutes, but does not actually mean that they are water-resistant in water that is 50-metre deep. Water resistance is not permanent, and performance may deteriorate with daily wear and tear.

It can be used in shallow waters such as in swimming pools and at the beach, and can be worn and used during exercise, on rainy days, and when washing your hands.

If a watch with a speaker is soaked in water or the watch is worn in water, promptly remove water stains from the speaker or use the drainage feature of the watch to avoid the impact of the water stains on the speaker.

The wearable device is not suitable for use in the following scenarios:

1. Scuba dives, platform dives, dives, high-pressure rinsing, or other activities that involve high water pressure or fast-flowing water.

2. Hot showers, hot springs, saunas (steam rooms), and other activities in high-temperature and high-humidity environments.

3. Leather and metal straps are not designed to withstand water. It is recommended that you wear other types of straps, if you wish to swim or play other water activities.

(Damage to the wearable device caused by immersion in liquid is not covered by the warranty if the wearable device is used in an unsuitable scenario.)

IPX8 (20 metres)

IPX8 (20 metres) water resistance rating is defined in GB/T standard 4208-2017. It indicates that the wearable device can stand up to simulated 20-metre static water pressure, and does not mean that the wearable device is water-resistant in water that is 20 metres deep.

The wearable device can be used for water activities in shallow waters such as in swimming pools or along the coast. It is not applicable to diving, hot showers, hot springs, saunas, and other water or deep water activities that involve fast-flowing water.

Rinse off the wearable device with freshwater after using it in ocean water.

IPX8 (1.5 metres)

IPX8 (1.5 metres) water resistance rating is defined in GB/T standard 4208-2017. It indicates that the wearable device can stand up to simulated 1.5-metre static water pressure for 30 minutes, and does not mean that the wearable device is water-resistant in water that is 1.5 metres deep.

The device can be immersed in water that is within 1.5 metres in depth for a short period of time. However, it is recommended that you do not immerse your wearable device in water. You can wear your wearable device when you exercise as they are resistant to sweat or wash your hands. You can also wear them when it is raining.

The wearable device is not suitable for use in the following scenarios:

1. Swimming, snorkelling, diving, scuba diving, or other activities with immersion in water for a long time.

2. Showers, hot springs, saunas (steam rooms), and other activities in high-temperature and high-humidity environments.

3. Activities related to fast-flowing water, such as diving, water skiing, surfing, motorised water sports (such as speedboats and motorboats), car washing, and rafting.

(Damage to the wearable device caused by immersion in liquid is not covered by the warranty if the wearable device is used in an unsuitable scenario.)

IP6X

Complies with the IEC 60529:2013 standard (level 6). Products that meet this standard are dust-resistant.

The wearable device can prevent dust from living rooms, offices, laboratories, light industrial studios, and storage rooms from entering. It is not suitable in particularly dusty environments.

IP68

The wearable device that meets this standard is resistant to dust, and can be immersed in water deeper than 1 metre at a normal temperature and pressure (the depth and duration may vary depending on the product model) for a short period of time. It is a higher standard than IPX7.

The wearable device complies with the IP68-rated resistance level under the IEC 60529:2013 standard.

The wearable device can prevent dust from living rooms, offices, laboratories, light industrial studios, and storage rooms from entering. It is not suitable in particularly dusty environments.

The device can be immersed in water for a short period of time. However, it is recommended that you do not immerse your wearable device in water. You can wear your wearable device when you exercise as they are resistant to sweat or wash your hands. You can also wear them when it is raining.

The wearable device is not suitable for use in the following scenarios:

1. Scuba diving, swimming, snorkelling, diving, or other activities with immersion in water for a long time.

2. Showers, hot springs, saunas (steam rooms), and other activities in high-temperature and high-humidity environments.

3. Activities related to fast-flowing water, such as diving, water skiing, surfing, motorised water sports (such as speedboats and motorboats), car washing, and rafting.

(Damage to the wearable device caused by immersion in liquid is not covered by the warranty if the wearable device is used in an unsuitable scenario.)

IP67

The wearable device that meets this standard is resistant to dust and can be immersed in water up to 1 metre deep with a normal temperature and pressure for 30 minutes.

The wearable device complies with the IP67-rated resistance level under the IEC 60529:2013 standard.

The wearable device can prevent dust from living rooms, offices, laboratories, light industrial studios, and storage rooms from entering. It is not suitable in particularly dusty environments.

The device can be immersed in water that is within 1 metre in depth for a short period of time. However, it is recommended that you do not immerse your wearable device in water. You can wear your wearable device when you exercise as they are resistant to sweat or wash your hands. You can also wear them when it is raining.

The wearable device is not suitable for use in the following scenarios:

1. Swimming, snorkelling, diving, scuba diving, or other activities with immersion in water for a long time.

2. Showers, hot springs, saunas (steam rooms), and other activities in high-temperature and high-humidity environments.

3. Activities related to fast-flowing water, such as diving, water skiing, surfing, motorised water sports (such as speedboats and motorboats), car washing, and rafting.

4. Other unsuitable types of use and scenarios where the wearable device may be placed in water that is more than 1 metre deep or immersed in water for more than 30 minutes.

(Damage to the wearable device caused by immersion in liquid is not covered by the warranty if the wearable device is used in an unsuitable scenario.)

IP57

Cannot completely prevent dust from entering, but the amount of dust entering must not affect the normal operation of the equipment or affect safety. Is able to prevent short-term immersion, under a normal temperature and pressure, when the wearable device case is temporarily immersed in deep water with a depth of 1 metre for 30 minutes, and it will not result in damage.

The wearable device complies with the IP57-rated resistance level under the IEC 60529:2013 standard.

The wearable device can prevent dust from living rooms, offices, laboratories, light industrial studios, and storage rooms from entering. It is not suitable in particularly dusty environments.

The device can be immersed in water that is within 1 metre in depth for a short period of time. However, it is recommended that you do not immerse your wearable device in water. You can wear your wearable device when you exercise as they are resistant to sweat or wash your hands. You can also wear them when it is raining.

The wearable device is not suitable for use in the following scenarios:

1. Swimming, snorkelling, diving, scuba diving, or other activities with immersion in water for a long time.

2. Showers, hot springs, saunas (steam rooms), and other activities in high-temperature and high-humidity environments.

3. Activities related to fast-flowing water, such as diving, water skiing, surfing, motorised water sports (such as speedboats and motorboats), car washing, and rafting.

4. Other unsuitable types of use and scenarios where the wearable device may be placed in water that is more than 1 metre deep or immersed in water for more than 30 minutes.

(Damage to the wearable device caused by immersion in liquid is not covered by the warranty if the wearable device is used in an unsuitable scenario.)

IP55

Wearable devices that meet this standard are not completely resistant to dust, but dust that comes into contact will not affect its normal operation or cause any safety issues. These wearable devices are resistant to being exposed to water jets of 12.5 L/min aiming at the cover from all directions for 3 minutes.

These wearable devices comply with the IP55-rated resistance level under the IEC 60529:2013 standard.

The wearable device can prevent dust from living rooms, offices, laboratories, light industrial studios, and storage rooms from entering. It is not suitable in particularly dusty environments.

The wearable device is splash-proof and water resistant. You can wear your wearable device when you exercise as they are resistant to sweat or wash your hands. You can also wear them when it is raining.

The wearable device is not suitable for use in the following scenarios:

1. Being dropped into water, swimming, diving, or any other behaviour or activity that immerses the wearable device in water.

2. Showers, hot springs, saunas (steam rooms), and other activities in high-temperature and high-humidity environments.

3. Activities related to fast-flowing water, such as diving, water skiing, surfing, motorised water sports (such as speedboats and motorboats), car washing, and rafting.

4. Other scenarios or types of use that may cause the wearable device to be exposed to strong water currents or directly face the fast water flow for more than 3 minutes, such as during long-time use in heavy rain or rainstorms.

(Damage to the wearable device caused by immersion in liquid is not covered by the warranty if the wearable device is used in an unsuitable scenario.)

IP54

Protected from limited dust ingress. Dust won't affect normal functions and safety when using the wearable device. Protected against water splashes (up to 10 L/min) from any angle for a maximum of 10 minutes.

The wearable device complies with the IP54-rated resistance level under the IEC 60529:2013 standard.

The wearable device can prevent dust from living rooms, offices, laboratories, light industrial studios, and storage rooms from entering. It is not suitable in particularly dusty environments.

The wearable devices can withstand light rain for a short period of time and sweat.

The wearable device is not suitable for use in the following scenarios:

1. When you are underwater.

2. Showers, hot springs, saunas (steam rooms), and other activities in high-temperature and high-humidity environments.

3. When you are washing cars, doing water park activities or water sports, such as diving, water skiing, surfing, sailing, jet skiing, or other activities that involve strong currents.

4. Other types of inappropriate use and scenarios where the wearable device may be in contact with fast-flowing water or with water currents for more than 10 minutes.

(Damage to the wearable device caused by immersion in liquid is not covered by the warranty if the wearable device is used in an unsuitable scenario.)

Note: IPXX is a standardised indicator of a product's protection level against liquids and solid particles. There are two digits after the IP. The first digit is the protection level of important components against solid particles, ranging from 0 to 6, with 6 being the highest protection level. The second digit is the level of protection against liquids, ranging from 0 to 8, with 8 being the highest protection level.

Water-resistance is not permanent and it may be affected to some extent over time. The following conditions may affect the water-resistance performance of the wearable device and should be avoided. Damage caused by immersion in liquid is not covered by the warranty.

Pressing the buttons of the device or using it underwater. (You can press the buttons of the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate/HUAWEI WATCH ULTIMATE DESIGN and rotate the crown when underwater.)

Use an ultrasonic cleaner or mildly acidic or alkaline detergent to clean your device.

The device being dropped from a high place or impacted by other objects.

Dissembling or repairing the wearable device at a non-Huawei-authorised store.

Exposing the device to alkaline substances, such as soap or soapy water during showers or baths.

Exposing the device to perfumes, solvents, detergents, acidic substances, pesticides, emulsions, sunscreens, moisturizers, or hair dye.

Charging the device when it is wet.

The water-resistant and dust-resistant features are only applicable for the watch body. Other components such as the strap, charging base, and base are not water-resistant or dust-resistant. (The strap for the HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate/HUAWEI WATCH ULTIMATE DESIGN is water-resistant.)

Please use the product in accordance with the product manual provided on the official Huawei website or Quick Start Guide that comes with the product. Free warranty services are not provided for damage caused by improper use.

Certain IPX8-rated wearable devices can be used when swimming. Actual product shall prevail.

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