How To Replace Seiko Watch Battery

Here are instructions for how to replace a Seiko watch battery. Maybe you've noticed your watch has been running a little slow lately, or perhaps it is completely dead. You may not have the time or money to go to a professional or maybe you simply want to fix it yourself. If so, this article will teach you how to replace the battery on your Seiko watch.

To replace the Seiko watch battery you will need:

• A standard watch repair kit.

• Jewelry cloth.

• A clean and well lit workspace.

1. Identify which watch backing you have on your Seiko watch. You can identify the watch backing by looking for a snap on back or screw top back. Choose the proper tool from the watch repair kit for your Seiko watch.

2. Once you remove the back off of your watch, find your battery. You will need to know the battery type in order to replace the battery in your Seiko watch. If you want to identify the battery type first you can do so by locating your watch on the Seiko site at http://www.seikowatches.com. On the watch battery, there should be a battery number. This number is what identifies your battery. Write it down on a piece of paper or record it some other way so you can find it later.

3. Remove the battery. One way you can remove the battery in your Seiko watch is by sliding the screwdriver under the battery and carefully prying it out. However, this can be risky. If you damage any of the surrounding parts, you can permanently damage your watch. Another, and safer, way to remove the battery is by turning the watch over and gently tapping the watch face until the battery falls out.

4. Purchase a new battery. Using the battery number you wrote down, find a new battery with the same number. Batteries can be found from authorized Seiko dealers, watch stores, jewelry stores, or online retailers.

5. Put your new battery in your watch with the battery number side facing you. To ensure that you are replacing the battery in Seiko watch properly you will need to place the new battery in exactly as the old battery was. Press down until it is firmly in place, and then replace the watch back.

Using these steps to help you replace the battery in your Seiko watch can save you time and money. However, keep in mind that watches are expensive. If you should have any doubts about replacing the battery then you should seek a professional jeweler for assistance.