Watch Battery Replacement Guide

Step 2 PLACE WATCH IN THE CASE HOLDING VISE

Clamp the watch in the case holding vise by opening the two halves of the block, placing the watch in the middle and gently release or tighten the two halves so that they hold the watch firmly.

If the watchband does not unbuckle or unclasp, separate the bank by pressing down with a pointed to remove the spring loaded pin that connects the bank to the clasp or watch.

Step 5 TEST THE BATTERIES

See the battery tester for operating instructions. IMPORTANT:If the watch has two batteries and only one tests “replace”, replace both batteries. If both batteries test “good”, there is something wrong with the watch. Refer it to a professional watchmaker

Step 6 LOCATE REPLACEMENT BATTERY

 

Read the number on the old battery and replace with the same or corresponding Energizer® Watch Battery. Refer to the current Energizer® Watch/Electronic Battery Replacement Guide or the Energizer® battery size checker to find the correct Energizer® battery type number. Click here to view battery cross-reference guide.

Step 7 CLEAN THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT

Check the battery compartment for dirt and remove it. If you find corrosion, refer watch to a professional watchmaker.

Step 9 CLOSE THE WATCH

IMPORTANT:If there is a rubber sealing gasket in the back of the watch, make sure it is lined up properly before closing back. Snap a metal adapter that is slightly smaller than the watch back into the upper jaw of the press. Place the support plate into the bottom of the press and fit a plastic ring adapter large enough to hold the watch on the support plate. Place the watch face down into the plastic ring adapter and press gently on handle until watch back snaps into place.

Step 3 REMOVE THE HATCH

Unscrew the hatch counter-clockwise by turning a coin in the slot. Once the hatch is loosened, finish unscrewing and remove with fingers. BE CAREFUL NOT TO LET THE BATTERY FALL OUT YET.

Step 4 REMOVE THE BATTERY

IMPORTANT: Before removing battery(s) be sure to note which side is up. You will have to put the new Energizer® battery in exactly the same way. To remove the battery, simply turn the watch over and it should fall out. If the battery is stuck, gently pry it out. Use plastic tweezers to remove battery(s).

Step 5 TEST THE BATTERIES

See the battery tester for operating instructions.

IMPORTANT: If the watch has two batteries and only one tests “replace”, replace both batteries. If both batteries test “good”, there is something wrong with the watch. Refer it to a professional watchmaker.

Step 6 LOCATE REPLACEMENT BATTERY

Read the number on the old battery and replace with the same or corresponding Energizer® Watch Battery. Refer to the current Energizer® Watch/Electronic Battery Replacement Guide or the Energizer® battery size checker to find the correct Energizer® battery type number. Click here to view battery cross-reference guide.

Step 8 INSTALL THE NEW ENERGIZER® BATTERY

IMPORTANT: Be sure to test the new battery before installing. For tester setting, follow manufacturer’s instructions. Use plastic tweezers to install the new Energizer® battery(s) with the same side up as the one(s) you replaced. Remember, the watch won’t work if the battery(s) are put in wrong.

Step 9 CLOSE THE HATCH

Start screwing in the hatch with your fingers, then tighten with a coin.

Step 10 CLEAN THE WATCH

Gently wipe the watch to remove any fingerprints or smudges.

Step 11 RESET THE WATCH

Reset the watch and make sure it is working. In analog watches, if there is no second hand, observe minute hand through a magnifying glass until you see movement.

Step 3 REMOVE THE BACK
Locate the wrench slots on the back of the watch.

Place the Case Wrench metal tips in the watch back notches.

Turn counter-clockwise to remove watch back.

Step 4
REMOVE THE BATTERY

SPRING CLIP:
Lift up one end of the metal clip with the fine-point tweezers. It will come out. Then remove the battery.

SCREW-ON CLIP:
Remove the screws with the small screwdriver. BE CAREFUL NOT TO LOSE THEM! CAUTION: CLIP MAY SPRING OUT. MAINTAIN PRESSURE OR SCREW MAY BE EJECTED.

PERMANENT CLIP:
Lift the outside edge of the battery out of its compartment with the small screwdriver.

Step 5 TEST THE BATTERIES

See the battery tester for operating instructions. IMPORTANT:If the watch has two batteries and only one tests “replace”, replace both batteries. If both batteries test “good”, there is something wrong with the watch. Refer it to a professional watchmaker.

Step 6 LOCATE REPLACEMENT BATTERY
Read the number on the old battery and replace with the same or corresponding Energizer® Watch Battery. Refer to the current Energizer® Watch/Electronic Battery Replacement Guide or the Energizer® battery size checker to find the correct Energizer® battery type number. Click here to view battery cross-reference guide.

Step 8 INSTALL THE NEW ENERGIZER® BATTERY

SPRING CLIP:
Place one end of spring clip in place and firmly push the other end into its slot. Make sure spring clip is in the slot to avoid bent spring clips.

SCREW-ON CLIP:
Place the clip over the new Energizer® battery. Hold the screw with the fine point tweezers to start in in the hold. Tighten the screw.

Step 9 CLOSE THE WATCH
IMPORTANT:If there is a rubber sealing gasket in the back of the watch, make sure it is lined up properly before closing back. Start the back by turning it clockwise with your fingers, then tighten it with the Case Wrench.

Step 10 CLEAN THE WATCH

Gently wipe the watch to remove any fingerprints or smudges.

Step 11 RESET THE WATCH

Reset the watch and make sure it is working. In analog watches, if there is no second hand, observe minute hand through a magnifying glass until you see movement.