EXPLORER II
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.
Towind the watch manually, unscrew the winding
crown completely, then turn it several times
clockwise. (Turning in the other direction has
noeffect.) A minimum of 25turns is required for
adequate partial winding. The watch will then
bewound 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 a benchmark for excellence
in mechanical watches. For further
information, please visit rolex.com.
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OYSTER PERPETUAL EXPLORER II 4-5
USING YOUR WATCH
OVERVIEW 6-7
SETTING THE WATCH 8-15
EASYLINK COMFORT EXTENSION LINK 16-17
ROLEX SERVICE
CARING FOR YOUR ROLEX 18-19
AFTER-SALES SERVICE 20-21
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The Oyster Perpetual Explorer II is the
watch of choice for explorers. Featuring
a 24-hour display by means of an
additional hand and a graduated fixed
bezel, the watch allows the wearer to
distinguish daytime from night-time
hours or to read the time in two time
zones simultaneously. Its 42 mm case,
waterproof to a depth of 100 metres
(330feet), is a paragon of robustness.
The Chromalight hour markers and
hands are filled with aluminescent
material emitting a long-lasting blue
glow when in darkness. Its winding
crown is protected by a crown guard
that is an integral part of the middle
case. The sapphire crystal, with a Cyclops
lens at 3 o’clock, is virtually scratchproof.
The Oyster Perpetual Explorer II is
equipped with a self-winding mechanical
movement entirely manufactured
byRolex.
The Oyster Perpetual Explorer II features
an Oyster bracelet with an Oysterlock
safety clasp and the Easylink comfort
extension link.
OYSTER PERPETUAL
EXPLORER II
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OVERVIEW
Hour hand
Minute hand
Seconds hand
24-hour hand
Date window
24-hour graduated fixed bezel
Twinlock winding crown with
double waterproofness system
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SETTING THE WATCH
Screwed-down position (position 0)
The crown is completely screwed down
against the case. When the crown
is in this position, the Oyster Perpetual
Explorer II 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
of25turns for partial winding.
Unscrew
After every use, carefully screw the crown
back down against the case to guarantee the
waterproofness. Return the crown to position1
and apply light pressure on it while screwing
it down clockwise against the case. The crown
should never be unscrewed underwater.
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COMPLETE SETTING OF THE WATCH IS
CARRIED OUT BY FOLLOWING THE TWO
STEPS IN THE ORDER GIVEN
1. Setting the reference time
(crown in position 3)
To set the reference time, follow the
steps in the order given:
– Unscrew the crown and then pull it
out to the second notch. The seconds
hand is stopped, allowing you to set
the time to the precise second.
– Set the reference time using the 24-hour
hand (against the graduations on the
bezel) and the minute hand (against
the graduations on the dial) by turning
the crown in either direction.
Setting the reference time also moves
the conventional hour hand (local time).
For this reason, the reference time must
be set before setting the local time.
Go to step 2
Unscrew and then pull out
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Reference time, Geneva, 10.10 a.m.
Reference time, Geneva, 10.10 a.m.
After every use, carefully screw the crown
back down against the case to guarantee the
waterproofness. Return the crown to position1
and apply light pressure on it while screwing
it down clockwise against the case. The crown
should never be unscrewed underwater.
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2. Setting the date and the local time
(crown in position 2)
To set the date and the local time, follow
the steps in the order given:
– Pull the crown out to the first notch.
– Set the date by turning the crown in
either direction. The hour hand moves
in increments of one hour. The date
changes when the hour hand passes
midnight, in either direction, after two
full turns around the dial.
– Set the local time by turning the crown
in either direction. The hour hand
moves in increments of one hour.
Be aware of the difference between
noon and midnight (the date changes
as the hour hand passes midnight).
– Push in and then screw down the crown.
The local time is identical to the reference
time (24-hour hand) if the wearer is
currently located in his reference zone.
It can be easily adjusted when travelling.
Push in, then screw down
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Reference time, Geneva, 10.10 a.m. (24-hour format
Reference time, Geneva, 10.10 a.m. (24-hour format
to distinguish daytime hours from night-time hours)
to distinguish daytime hours from night-time hours)
Local time, Geneva, 10.10 a.m. (conventional format)
Local time, Geneva, 10.10 a.m. (conventional format)
After every use, carefully screw the crown
back down against the case to guarantee the
waterproofness. Return the crown to position1
and apply light pressure on it while screwing
it down clockwise against the case. The crown
should never be unscrewed underwater.
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ADJUSTING THE LOCAL TIME
(crown in position 2)
When travelling, to adjust the local
time only (without affecting the 24-hour
reference time display), follow the steps
in the order given:
– Unscrew the crown and then pull it out
to the first notch.
– Set the local time by turning the crown
in either direction. The hour hand
moves in increments of one hour. The
date is linked to local time and changes
automatically when the hour hand
passes midnight.
– Push in and then screw down the crown.
Unscrew and then pull out
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Reference time, Geneva, 10.10 a.m.
Reference time, Geneva, 10.10 a.m.
Local time, New York, 4.10 a.m.
Local time, New York, 4.10 a.m.
After every use, carefully screw the crown
back down against the case to guarantee the
waterproofness. Return the crown to position1
and apply light pressure on it while screwing
it down clockwise against the case. The crown
should never be unscrewed underwater.
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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 the length of the bracelet to
be adjusted by approximately 5 mm,
without the use of tools.
Adjusting from the short position
Adjusting from the short position
to the long position
to the long position
Adjusting from the long position
Adjusting from the long position
to the short 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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AFTER-SALES
SERVICE
Rolex watch servicing ensures that
your timepiece will continue to
perform optimally and meet Rolex’s
stringent requirements in terms 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 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 cleaned. Each individual component
is closely examined and those that
nolonger meet Rolex’s functional and
aesthetic specifications are replaced
with genuine Rolex parts.
The movement is carefully lubricated
then tested to guarantee its timing
accuracy; the case and the metal bracelet
are meticulously refinished to restore
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their lustre. Your Rolex then undergoes
a series of rigorous technical tests and
checks 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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