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O Y S T E R P E R P E T U A L Y A C H T - M A S T E R I I...
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WEARING THE WATCH FOR THE FIRST TIME Before being worn for the first time, or if it has stopped, a Rolex watch must be wound manually in order to function correctly and precisely. To wind the watch manually, unscrew the winding crown completely, then turn it several times clockwise.
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The green seal accompanying your Rolex watch is a symbol of its status as a Superlative Chronometer. This exclusive designation attests that it has successfully undergone a series of specific final controls by Rolex in its own laboratories in addition to the official COSC certification of its movement.
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THE HEART OF THE YACHT-MASTER II MODEL THE SKIPPER’S WATCH RING COMMAND BEZEL USING YOUR WATCH OVERVIEW SETTING THE OYSTER PERPETUAL YACHT-MASTER II 10-23 EASYLINK COMFORT EXTENSION LINK 24-25 ROLEX SERVICE CARING FOR YOUR ROLEX 26-27 AFTER-SALES SERVICE 28-29 WORLDWIDE SERVICE NETWORK...
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– a function that responds to the need for precise timing during the crucial starting The Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II is sequence of a regatta. equipped with a self-winding mechanical Its 44 mm Oyster case, waterproof to movement entirely manufactured by Rolex.
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THE HEART OF THE USING ROLEX YACHT-MASTER II MODEL YOUR WATCH SERVICE RING COMMAND BEZEL The Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II The unique interaction between is equipped with a rotatable Ring the movement and the bezel allows Command bezel which serves to access the sophisticated functions of and lock the countdown programming.
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THE HEART OF THE USING ROLEX YACHT-MASTER II MODEL YOUR WATCH SERVICE OVERVIEW Hour hand Upper pusher Minute hand Lower pusher Small seconds hand Bidirectional 90° rotatable Ring Command bezel Countdown minute hand Triplock winding crown with Countdown seconds hand...
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USING ROLEX YACHT-MASTER II MODEL YOUR WATCH SERVICE SETTING THE OYSTER PERPETUAL YACHT-MASTER II Screwed-down position (position 0): Setting the time (position 2): the crown is completely screwed down the crown is unscrewed and pulled out against the case. When the crown to the first notch.
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Unscrew and then pull out To screw the crown back down against the case, return it to position 1 and apply light pressure on it while screwing it down clockwise against the case. After every use, carefully screw the crown back down against the case to guarantee the waterproofness.
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THE HEART OF THE USING ROLEX YACHT-MASTER II MODEL YOUR WATCH SERVICE OFFICIAL REGATTA The unique programming and on-the-fly synchronization functions of the STARTING PROCEDURE Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II’s The official regatta starting procedure countdown allow skippers to precisely unfolds in several stages marked by time the starting sequence and be sound and visual signals.
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START OF THE OFFICIAL SYNCHRONIZATION, PREPARATORY OFFICIAL COUNTDOWN IF REQUIRED SIGNAL START * Overview of a 10-minute countdown sequence...
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THE HEART OF THE USING ROLEX YACHT-MASTER II MODEL YOUR WATCH SERVICE USING THE OYSTER PERPETUAL back to the same minute programmed YACHT-MASTER II at the last setting. – Unscrew the crown. 1. Programming the countdown – Set the countdown duration by turning (before a race):...
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Unscrew To screw the crown back down against the case, return it to position 1 and apply light pressure on it while screwing it down clockwise against the case. After every use, carefully screw the crown back down against the case to guarantee the waterproofness.
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THE HEART OF THE USING ROLEX YACHT-MASTER II MODEL YOUR WATCH SERVICE 2. Start of the official countdown A starting gun and a flag signal the start of the official regatta countdown. – Press the upper pusher to start the count down.
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The countdown gun and hoisting another flag. If required, seconds hand is reset on the fly and the Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II’s runs again instantaneously as soon countdown can be synchronized with as the pusher is released. At the same the official countdown.
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Go to step 5 – Make sure that the Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II’s countdown is properly synchronized with the official countdown. If required, synchronize the countdown a second time (step 3).
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THE HEART OF THE USING ROLEX YACHT-MASTER II MODEL YOUR WATCH SERVICE 5. Official start – Press the upper pusher to stop the The official start is marked by a final countdown seconds hand. sound of the gun and the lowering –...
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YOUR WATCH SERVICE EASYLINK COMFORT EXTENSION LINK To ensure optimal comfort when wearing your watch in any circumstances, Rolex created the Easylink comfort extension link, which is available on some models with metal bracelets. Its exclusive design, which was patented, allows you to adjust the length of your bracelet by 5 mm, without the need for tools.
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Adjusting from the short position Adjusting from the long position to the long position to the short position...
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YOUR WATCH SERVICE CARING FOR YOUR ROLEX Thanks to Rolex expertise, your watch You can help preserve its lustre by will require very little day-to-day care. cleaning it occasionally with a microfibre cloth. You can also wash the case and bracelet from time to time using soapy water and a soft brush.
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Before cleaning your watch, always ensure that the crown is screwed down properly against the case to guarantee waterproofness.
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YOUR WATCH SERVICE AFTER-SALES SERVICE Rolex watch servicing ensures that When your watch is serviced by a Rolex your timepiece will continue to perform watchmaker, the watch is completely optimally and meet Rolex’s stringent dismantled and all of its components are requirements of precision, reliability ultrasonically cleaned.
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After a complete Rolex service, your watch is covered by a service guarantee.
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SERVICE WORLDWIDE SERVICE NETWORK The network of Official Rolex Retailers For a list of Official Rolex Retailers and and Service Centres covers more than Service Centres, please visit: rolex.com. 100 countries around the world and draws on the expertise of highly skilled watchmakers, carefully selected and trained by Rolex.
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ROLEX.COM We invite you to visit rolex.com, a privileged place to learn more about the functions of your Rolex watch and about the quality, know-how and fundamental values of the brand. Welcome to the world of Rolex.
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