How long will citizen eco-drive last?
According to reports from Citizen Watches, the solar cells and secondary battery used in Eco-Drive watches will last for up to 10 years. They further stated that the lubricants used in constructing these watches are built to assist with longevity, as the oil will not harden or evaporate, even over 20 years.
How much does it cost to replace a citizen eco-drive capacitor?
Starting at $74.95 and up! 100% Genuine Citizen Parts Replacement of original capacitor. Testing of your watch’s charging circuitry. Free estimate. Testing of both movement & circuit consumption.
Does citizen eco-drive ever need battery?
Eco-Drive watches do not need batteries replaced.
What if my eco-drive watch stops working?
Eco-Drive timepieces feature a variety of functions and specifications. For optimal performance, we recom- mend the watch be exposed to light each and every day. In most instances, your watch has stopped or appears to operate erratically it is simply in need of full recharging.
Can a citizen eco-drive be repaired?
Our repairs can be as simple as a capacitor change, pin replacement, or band replacement, and can be as complicated as a dial refinish, a band/case polish, movement clean and overhaul and even a complete restoration.
Can a citizen eco drive be repaired?
How do I get my Citizen Eco Drive watch to work again?
If you have fully charged your watch and the second hand continues to move in two second intervals, you need to do an all reset of the watch. For simple analog models, pull the crown out to the time setting position for 30 seconds, then return the crown to the closed position next to the case, then set the time.
What do I do if my citizen eco drive stops working?
In most instances, your watch has stopped or appears to operate erratically it is simply in need of full recharging. Charge rates and run times vary by model.
How long does it take a citizen eco drive to fully charge?
General charging requirements for basic analog Eco-Drive timepieces: Outdoors on a sunny day (100,000 illuminance/lux): 2 minutes for 1 day use; 11 hours to full charge. Outdoors on a cloudy day (10,000 illuminance/lux): 12 minutes for 1 day use; 40 hours to full charge.
How do you reset a dead citizen eco drive watch?