Rolex OYSTER PERPETUAL AIR-KING User manual

AIR-KING
OYSTER PERPETUAL

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. (Turning in the other direction has
noeffect.) A minimum of 25turns is required for
adequate partial winding.The watch will then
bewound automatically as long as it is worn on
the wrist. Carefully screw the crown back down
against the case to ensure waterproofness.

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.
This unique testing of its chronometric
precision, waterproofness, self-winding
and reliability pushes back the
boundaries of performance and makes
Rolex the benchmark for excellence
in mechanical watches. For further
information, please visit rolex.com.

THE HEART OF THE AIR-KING MODEL
A HOMAGE TO AVIATION 4-5
USING YOUR WATCH
OVERVIEW 6-7
SETTING THE OYSTER PERPETUAL AIR-KING 8-9
EASYLINK COMFORT EXTENSION LINK 10-11
ROLEX SERVICE
CARING FOR YOUR ROLEX 12-13
AFTER-SALES SERVICE 14-15
WORLDWIDE SERVICE NETWORK 16
ROLEX.COM
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USING
YOUR WATCH
ROLEX
SERVICE
THE HEART OF THE
AIR-KING MODEL
A HOMAGE
TO AVI ATION
The Oyster Perpetual Air-King perpetuates
the aeronautical heritage of the original
Rolex Oyster. It features a distinctive
dial with a combination of large 3, 6 and
9 numerals marking the hours, and a
prominent minutes scale for navigational
time readings. The Air-King’s 40mm
Oyster case, guaranteed waterproof
to a depth of 100 meters (330feet), is
a paragon of robustness. It is also fitted
with a shield to protect against magnetic
fields, a feature of pilots’ watches of
the past. The crystal is made of virtually
scratchproof sapphire.
The Oyster Perpetual Air-King is
equipped with a self-winding mechanical
movement entirely manufactured by
Rolex.
It features an Oyster bracelet with
a folding Oysterclasp and the Easylink
comfort extension system.

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USING
YOUR WATCH
ROLEX
SERVICE
THE HEART OF THE
AIR-KING MODEL
OVERVIEW
Hour hand
Minute hand
Seconds hand
Twinlock winding crown

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USING
YOUR WATCH
ROLEX
SERVICE
THE HEART OF THE
AIR-KING MODEL
SETTING THE
OYSTER PERPETUAL AIR-KING
Screwed-down position (position 0):
the crown is completely screwed down
against the case. When the crown
is in this position, the Oyster Perpetual
Air-King is guaranteed waterproof
to a depth of 100 meters (330 feet).
Manual winding (position 1):
the crown is unscrewed. To wind
the watch manually, turn the crown
clockwise; turning in the other direction
has no effect. When setting the watch
for the first time or after the watch
has stopped, complete a minimum
of 25turns for partial winding.
Setting the time (position 2):
the crown is unscrewed and pulled out
to the first notch. The seconds hand
is stopped, allowing you to set the
time to the precise second. To set the
hour and minute, turn the crown in
either direction.

Unscrew and then pull out
Initial winding and setting
A. Wind the watch manually (position 1).
B. Set the time (position 2).
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. The crown should never
be unscrewed under water.

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USING
YOUR WATCH
ROLEX
SERVICE
THE HEART OF THE
AIR-KING MODEL
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.
Its exclusive design, which was patented,
allows you to adjust the length of your
bracelet by 5mm, without the need
for tools.

Adjusting from the short position
to the long position
Adjusting from the long position
to the short position

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THE HEART OF THE
AIR-KING MODEL
USING
YOUR WATCH
ROLEX
SERVICE
CARING FOR
YOUR ROLEX
Thanks to Rolex expertise, your watch
will require very little day-to-day care.
You can help preserve its luster by
cleaning it occasionally with a microfiber
cloth. You can also wash the case and
bracelet from time to time using soapy
water and a soft brush. After wearing
your watch in the sea, it is important to
rinse it with fresh water to remove any
salt and sand deposits.

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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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THE HEART OF THE
AIR-KING MODEL
USING
YOUR WATCH
ROLEX
SERVICE
AFTER-SALES
SERVICE
Rolex watch servicing ensures that
your timepiece will continue to perform
optimally and meet Rolex’s stringent
requirements of precision, reliability
and waterproofness throughout its life.
The timekeeping accuracy of your watch
is largely dependent on high-performance
lubricants specially developed by Rolex
to minimize friction and prevent wear
of components.To guarantee continued
accuracy and waterproofness, Rolex
recommends that you periodically return
your watch to an Official Rolex Jeweler or
Service Center for professional servicing.
When your watch is serviced by a Rolex
watchmaker, the watch is completely
dismantled and all of its components are
ultrasonically cleaned. Each individual
component is closely examined and
those that no longer meet Rolex’s
functional and aesthetic specifications
are replaced with genuine Rolex parts.
The movement is carefully lubricated
then electronically tested to guarantee
its timing accuracy; the case and
the metal bracelet are meticulously
refinished to restore their luster. Your
Rolex then undergoes a series of
rigorous technical tests and checks

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to guarantee its waterproofness, power
reserve and precision.
After a complete Rolex service, your
watch is covered by a service warranty.

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THE HEART OF THE
AIR-KING MODEL
USING
YOUR WATCH
ROLEX
SERVICE
WORLDWIDE SERVICE
NETWORK
The network of Official Rolex Jewelers
and Service Centers covers more than
100 countries around the world and
draws on the expertise of highly skilled
watchmakers, carefully selected and
trained by Rolex.
Official Rolex Jewelers can advise you on
all the technical aspects of your watch’s
functions. Whether your bracelet needs
sizing or it is time for a complete service,
highly qualified Rolex watchmakers are
on hand worldwide to meet all of your
service needs.
For a list of Official Rolex Jewelers and
Service Centers, please visit: rolex.com.

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and about the quality, know-how and
fundamental values of the brand.
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1800210 Rolex Traité par: CP – Opérateur: SO ME Air-King 4.2018 USA 557.06
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ROLEX, , OYSTER, AIR-KING, CERACHROM, CHROMALIGHT, CHRONERGY, COSMOGRAPH,
CROWNCOLLECTION, CROWNCLASP, DATEJUST, DAY-DATE, DAYTONA, DEEPSEA, EASYLINK, EVEROSE,
EXPLORER, EXPLORERII, GMT-MASTER, GMT-MASTER II, GOLDUST, MILGAUSS, OYSTERPERPETUAL,
OYSTERCLASP, OYSTERFLEX, OYSTERLOCK, OYSTERSTEEL, PARACHROM, PARAFLEX, PEARLMASTER,
PRESIDENT, RINGLOCK, ROLESIUM, ROLESOR, ROLEX GLIDELOCK, SAROS, SEA-DWELLER,
SKY-DWELLER, SUBMARINER, SUNDUST, SYLOXI, TRIDOR, TRIPLOCK, TWINLOCK, YACHT-MASTER.
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