SEA-DWELLER
ROLEX DEEPSEA
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 SEA-DWELLER 4-5
OYSTER PERPETUAL ROLEX DEEPSEA 6-7
HELIUM ESCAPE VALVE 8-9
USING YOUR WATCH
OVERVIEW 10-11
SETTING THE WATCH 12-15
UNIDIRECTIONAL ROTATABLE BEZEL 16-17
OYSTERLOCK CLASP WITH ROLEX GLIDELOCK FINE-ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM 18-21
FLIPLOCK EXTENSION LINK 22-23
ROLEX SERVICE
CARING FOR YOUR ROLEX 24-25
AFTER-SALES SERVICE 26-27
WORLDWIDE SERVICE NETWORK 28
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OYSTER PERPETUAL
SEA-DWELLER
The Oyster Perpetual Sea-Dweller,
guaranteed waterproof to a depth of
1,220 metres (4,000 feet), was designed
to accompany the pioneers of deep-sea
diving. Its helium escape valve and
unidirectional rotatable bezel make it a
true professional diving instrument.
Its dial offers exceptional legibility thanks
to the Chromalight hour markers and
hands. The 43 mm case is a paragon of
robustness. TheTriplock winding crown,
with a triple waterproofness system,
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 Sea-Dweller is
equipped with a self-winding mechanical
movement entirely manufactured
byRolex.
The Oyster Perpetual Sea-Dweller
features an Oyster bracelet with
an Oysterlock safety clasp, the Rolex
Glidelock fine-adjustment system and,
depending on the model, a Fliplock
extension link.
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OYSTER PERPETUAL
ROLEX DEEPSEA
The Oyster Perpetual Rolex Deepsea
illustrates the supremacy of Rolex in
mastering waterproofness. Guaranteed
waterproof to a depth of 3,900 metres
(12,800 feet), its patented Ringlock
System architecture allows it to
resist the pressure at these extreme
depths. Its helium escape valve and
unidirectional rotatable bezel make it a
true professional diving instrument.
Its dial offers exceptional legibility thanks
to the Chromalight hour markers and
hands. The 44 mm case is a paragon of
robustness. The Triplock winding crown,
with a triple waterproofness system,
is protected by a crown guard that is
an integral part of the middle case. The
sapphire crystal is virtually scratchproof.
The Oyster Perpetual Rolex Deepsea is
equipped with a self-winding mechanical
movement entirely manufactured
byRolex.
The Oyster Perpetual Rolex Deepsea
features an Oyster bracelet with
an Oysterlock safety clasp, the Rolex
Glidelock fine-adjustment system
and a Fliplock extension link.
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HELIUM ESCAPE VALVE
Professional saturation divers must
spend long periods of time in a
decompression chamber, where the
gas mixture they breathe is composed
of approximately 95 per cent helium.
The helium molecules are so small that
they penetrate the watch case, with the
result that the pressure inside the watch
equalizes with that inside the chamber.
During the decompression phase that
slowly brings the diver back to normal
atmospheric pressure, the gas cannot
always escape from the case sufficiently
quickly. The resulting excess internal
pressure risks damaging the watch.
To solve the problem, the Oyster
Perpetual Sea-Dweller and the
Oyster Perpetual Rolex Deepsea are
equipped with a helium escape valve
allowing the gas trapped inside the
watch tobereleased without affecting
theintegrity and waterproofness
of the Oyster case.
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OVERVIEW
Hour hand
Minute hand
Seconds hand
Date window
Unidirectional rotatable bezel
with 60-minute graduated Cerachrom
insert in ceramic
Triplock winding crown with
triple waterproofness system
Helium escape valve
Diagram of the
Oyster Perpetual Rolex Deepsea
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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
Sea-Dweller and the Oyster Perpetual
Rolex Deepsea are guaranteed waterproof
to adepth of1,220 and 3,900metres
(4,000and12,800feet),respectively.
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.
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.
Diagram of the
Oyster Perpetual Rolex Deepsea
Unscrew and then pull out
Initial winding and setting
Initial winding and setting
A.
Wind the watch manually (see page 12).
B. Set the time by turning the hands
clockwise and noting the date change
at midnight (see pages 14-15).
C. Set the date (see pages 14-15).
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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 crown clockwise. (Turning in the
other direction has no effect.) During
this operation, the watch continues
tofunction.
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 in either
direction. To avoid confusion between
a.m. and p.m. hours, move the hour
hand to 12o’clock. If the date changes,
it ismidnight.
Unscrew and then pull out
Diagram of the
Oyster Perpetual Rolex Deepsea
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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UNIDIRECTIONAL
ROTATABLE BEZEL
The Oyster Perpetual Sea-Dweller
and the Oyster Perpetual Rolex Deepsea
allow divers to safely monitor their dive
time thanks to the unidirectional rotatable
60-minute graduated bezel. This bezel is
fitted with a Cerachrom insert made of
extremely corrosion-resistant and virtually
scratchproof ceramic.
Before the dive
Before beginning your descent, turn
the bezel until the triangle on the
graduation is opposite the minute hand.
It indicates the beginning of the dive
and is visible in the dark thanks to a
phosphorescent capsule.
During the dive
The duration of the dive is indicated on
the graduation on the bezel by the
minute hand.
For safety reasons, the bezel turns only
counterclockwise. Accidental rotation
of the bezel can therefore only shorten
the dive time.
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OYSTERLOCK CLASP WITH ROLEX
GLIDELOCK FINE-ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM*
*Oyster Perpetual Sea-Dweller model
The Rolex Glidelock fine-adjustment
system enables the bracelet length
to be adjusted in approximately 2 mm
increments up to around 20 mm,
allowing the watch to be worn over
a diving suit.
Adjusting the bracelet
Open the safety catch
Open the clasp
Pull on the bracelet to release it from
the notch in the rack
Adjust the position of the bracelet
to the desired length
Lock down the bracelet
Diagrams of the Oyster Perpetual Sea-Dweller
in Oystersteel
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OYSTERLOCK CLASP WITH ROLEX
GLIDELOCK FINE-ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM*
*Oyster Perpetual Rolex Deepsea model
The Rolex Glidelock fine-adjustment
system enables the bracelet length
to be adjusted in approximately 2 mm
increments up to around 20 mm,
allowing the watch to be worn over
a diving suit.
Adjustment of the Rolex Glidelock
fine-adjustment system
Open the safety catch
Lift the centre panel
Slide the bracelet
to the desired length
Push the centre panel back down
Close the safety catch
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FLIPLOCK EXTENSION LINK*
*Only available on some models
The Fliplock extension link allows the
bracelet length to be increased by
an additional 26 mm approximately,
for wear over a thicker diving suit.
Opening the Fliplock extension link
Remove the watch from your wrist
and fully extend the bracelet using
the Rolex Glidelock fine-adjustment
system (see pages 18-21)
Press the extension link on both ends
at once to open it
Closing the Fliplock extension link
Fold the link
Press down the clasp side first
Click down the link on the bracelet
side while pressing down on both
ends of the link
To open
To open
To close
To close
Diagrams of the
Oyster Perpetual Rolex Deepsea
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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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