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USER INSTRUCTIONS
SHERMAN
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You have just acquired one of the most advanced timepieces born from a partnership between
La Manufacture L’Epée 1839 and MB&F.
Sherman has been developed with passion and care
by our Master Watchmakers in Delémont - Switzerland.
CONGRATULATIONS
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Important information
Care and maintenance
Winding the movement
Setting time
Sherman’s arm
The two caterpillar tracks of Sherman
Cleaning the caterpillar tracks
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CONTENT
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Please, be very careful to never touch the movement of
Sherman either on the front, on the sides or on the back of
the movement, except with the winding key.
Furthermore, the movement should never be in contact
with any liquids – even in vaporized form. If it occurs, the
clock should be serviced immediately.
A simple contact on certain pieces can generate delays in
timekeeping, which can only be solved by servicing.
Fingerprints will also damage the coating.
On the following picture, the only parts which can be
cleaned and touched are those outside of the zone colored
in red; in case of intrusions, a service will be needed.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Use only a soft and dry cloth to clean the clock. Dust and
particles contained in the cloth could scratch parts. Do not
use any kind of cleaning products to wipe the clock (except
for the caterpillar tracks). It is recommended to keep the
clock distant from any source of heat or vibrations. To preserve the longevity and functionality of Sherman, do not
permanently expose the clock to direct sunlight or in a
humid or dusty place.
Our clocks are developed to ensure optimal accuracy and
reliability. It is well accepted for a fine mechanical clock to
have a few seconds’ variation per day and our clocks are set
so as not to delay. However if you should notice a bigger
variation, please contact an authorized dealer who will
advise you, or a L’Epée 1839 technical support center which
will proceed with the necessary adjustment.
As for all Horological pieces of art, it is recommended to
periodically service your clock. A mechanical masterpiece
requires fine oils for the lubrication of the movement.
These oils deteriorate over the years. We therefore advise
having the movement serviced every 3 to 5 years. Be aware
that the optimal period between servicing times can vary
depending on the surrounding environmental conditions.
It is recommended not to hold Sherman only by the helmet
or the arms.
Do not roll Sherman too quickly forward or backward, which
could result in the caterpillar tracks disengaging from the
rollers.
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WINDING THE MOVEMENT
SETTING TIME
With the dedicated key, wind the movement with anticlockwise rotations: See point A on the diagram below.
The movement should be fully wound every 8 days. Be sure
to wind up the spring completely. At the end of the winding
procedure, you will feel the necessary force increase significantly; do not wind further as this is the sign that the
movement is fully wound.
Insert the key in point B on the diagram and turn the key in
order to set the time.
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A
Winding
anti-clockwise only
B
Time setting
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SHERMAN’S ARMS
Be careful when moving the arms of Sherman to not touch
the movement or any other metallic part: his hands may
scratch other parts of the movement or damage
themselves.
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THE TWO CATERPILLAR TRACKS
OF SHERMAN
Do not push too hard or too fast on the top or back of
Sherman to move it forward or backward. A sharp turn
could result in the caterpillar tracks disengaging from the
rollers. If this happens, push Sherman forward in a straight
line and the caterpillar track should automatically return to
their normal position on the rollers.
CLEANING THE CATERPILLAR TRACKS
To clean the caterpillar tracks always use gloves. Remove a
caterpillar track by placing your finger between the roller
and the caterpillar track, and then gently pull it out. Clean
it with soapy water and let it air dry. To put it back on,
stretch the caterpillar track between the two biggest rollers
to place it approximately, and push Sherman forward in a
straight line; the caterpillar track should automatically
return to its normal position on the rollers.
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L’Epée Manufacture
Rue St-Maurice 1 - P.O. Box 973
2800 Delémont
Switzerland
Tel. +41 (0)32 421 94 00
After Sales Services:
Tel. +41 (0)32 421 94 05
www.lepee-clock.ch
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