Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust User manual

DATEJUST
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
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in mechanical watches. For further
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THE HEART OF THE DATEJUST MODELS
OYSTER PERPETUAL DATEJUST 4-5
USING YOUR WATCH
OVERVIEW 6-7
SETTING THE OYSTER PERPETUAL DATEJUST 8-11
EASYLINK COMFORT EXTENSION LINK 12-13
ROLEX SERVICE
CARING FOR YOUR ROLEX 14-15
AFTER-SALES SERVICE 16-17
WORLDWIDE SERVICE NETWORK 18
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OYSTER PERPETUAL
DATEJUST
The Oyster Perpetual Datejust is the
watch of reference for those who believe
that elegance is timeless. With this model,
Rolex introduced a calendar with the
date display in a window at 3 o’clock,
an innovation that would become an
industry standard. Its famous Cyclops
lens on the virtually scratchproof
sapphire crystal magnifies the date
for easy reading.
The Oyster Perpetual Datejust’s Oyster
case, guaranteed waterproof to a depth
of 100 metres (330 feet), is a paragon
of robustness and elegance. It efficiently
protects the self-winding mechanical
movement, entirely manufactured
by Rolex.
The Oyster Perpetual Datejust is available
in a broad range of models and sizes, with
a wide choice of dials, bezels, bracelets
and clasps.
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OVERVIEW
OYSTER PERPETUAL DATEJUST
Hour hand
Minute hand
Seconds hand
Date window
Winding crown

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SETTING THE
OYSTER PERPETUAL DATEJUST
Screwed-down position (position 0):
the crown is completely screwed down
against the case. When the crown
is in this position, the Oyster Perpetual
Datejust is guaranteed waterproof
to a depth of 100 metres (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.
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Initial winding and setting
A.
Wind the watch manually (see page 8).
B. Set the time by turning the hands
clockwise and by noting the date
change at midnight (see pages 10-11).
C. Set the date (see pages 10-11).
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.
Unscrew and then pull out

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Setting the date (position 2):
the crown is unscrewed and pulled out
to the first notch.
To set the date, turn the winding
crown clockwise or counterclockwise
depending on the model. Turning in
the other direction has no effect or will
manually wind the watch.
During this operation, the watch
continues to function.
Setting the time (position 3):
the crown is unscrewed and pulled out
to the second 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 clockwise or
counterclockwise. To avoid confusion
between a.m. and p.m. hours, move
the hour hand to 12 o’clock. If the date
changes, it is midnight.
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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. The crown should never
be unscrewed under water.

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EASYLINK COMFORT
EXTENSION LINK
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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.

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

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CARING FOR
YOUR ROLEX
Thanks to Rolex expertise, your watch
will require very little day-to-day care.
You can help preserve its lustre by
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. 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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USING
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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 minimise friction and prevent wear
of components. To guarantee continued
accuracy and waterproofness, Rolex
recommends that you periodically return
your watch to an Official Rolex Retailer or
Service Centre 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 lustre. 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 guarantee.

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WORLDWIDE SERVICE
NETWORK
The network of Official Rolex Retailers
and Service Centres 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 Retailers 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 Retailers and
Service Centres, please visit: rolex.com.

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