C O N T E N T S C O N T E N T S G E N E R A L I N F O R M A T I O N A . M A N U A L A N D S E L F - W I N D I N G M E C H A N I CA L WATC H E S B .
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Thank you for choosing a Baume & Mercier watch. You have acquired a timepiece which combines aesthetic design with technical per- formance. Baume & Mercier: two names which evoke an exceptionally long-lived watchmaking herit- age and an expertise fostered within the most perfect tradition of the greatest Swiss Mai- sons d’Horlogerie.
G E N E R A L I N F O R M A T I O N A . M A N U A L A N D S E L F - W I N D I N G M E C H A N I CA L WAT C H E S WATCH PRECISION A mechanical movement, whether manual or au-...
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FLYBACK The flyback function means exactly what it says, to “fly backward”: it allows the wearer to move from one chronograph reading to another in a single but- ton push instead of three. TACHYMETER Scale used to measure speed in km/h. Start the chronograph, walk or run exactly 1 km from your point of departure.
I I U S E R G U I D E This guide explains all the functions available for different Baume & Mercier watch models. To adjust your watch, please refer to the inside cover of this guide and the diagram which most closely re- sembles your watch dial.
After wearing your watch for several hours, depend- ing on your activity level, the watch will be perfectly wound. You must also wind your watch manually if you do not wear it for more than 40 hours. Once completely wound, your watch has a power reserve of approxi- mately: –...
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RAPID DATE CHANGE WITH CORRECTOR If your watch comes equipped with a corrector (C1) for setting the date, use the small tool provided in the watch packaging to make any adjustments. For months with less than 31 days, the date must be changed manually at the end of the month.
B . F U N C T I O N S R E Q U I R I N G S P E C I F I C A DJ U S T M E N T S LARGE DATE + DUAL TIME ZONE To adjust your watch, please respect the following steps in this specific order: Setting the time...
Rapid date and month correction 1) Set the crown in Position 2. 2) Turn it counter-clockwise, scrolling through all 31 days (E) until the desired month (M) is displayed. Continue to turn the crown counter- clockwise until the desired date (E) appears. 3) Reset the crown (Position 1).
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MOON PHASE CHRONOGRAPH To adjust your watch, please respect the following steps in this specific order: Adjust date and month 1) Set the crown in Position 3. 2) Turn crown counter-clockwise to adjust hands until the date changes at midnight (E), then position hands at 02:15 am.
I I I R E C O M M E N D A T I O N S A N D C A R E Your Baume & Mercier watch was both designed and manufactured with great care. It contains a great number of very delicate components, which is why we encourage you to be careful, avoid any impact to the watch as well as keep it away from...
RUBBER STRAP The life span of a rubber strap depends on how of- ten it has been worn and under what conditions. To conserve your rubber strap for as long as possible, we recommend you keep it away from oils and cos- metics and avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight.
CHEMICALS Avoid direct contact with any solvents, detergents, perfumes or cosmetic products which may damage the bracelet, the case or the joints. MAGNETIC FIELDS Our environment experiences increasing levels of disturbances caused by magnetic sources. These disturbances may affect the proper functioning of your watch.
I V W A R R A N T Y INTERNATIONAL WARRANT Y The following terms and conditions of the Baume & Mercier International Warranty apply to Baume & Mercier watches either sold or presented for warranty-covered service in any country, ex- cluding the United States and Canada where a Lim- ited Warranty applies.
Note: Water-resistance If you have a water-resistant watch, this feature is only guaranteed if an authorized Baume & Mercier After-Sales Service Center or an authorized Baume & Mercier retailer has performed a wa- ter-resistance test each time the watchcase was opened, for any reason whatsoever.
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EXCLUSIONS The following exceptions apply to Baume & Mercier International Warranty: – Defects resulting from accidents, mistreat- ment, improper or abusive treatment (including but not limited to: impacts, crushing, moisture in the case of non water-resistant watches), the use of or any consequences resulting from the use of batteries other than those designated by Baume &...
C O N T A C T If you have any questions, please contact one of the authorized retailers in your country (list available at our website) or contact us directly at: www.baume-et-mercier.com...
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