What to Do When Your Mechanical Watch Stops Working: Common Causes[/size]
A mechanical watch stopping might be due to impacts. Watches are precise instruments that require careful handling for optimal use. Minimize excessive impacts, especially avoid dropping on hard surfaces. Sweat can also cause erosion, so wiping your watch clean regularly is a good practice.
Temperature can affect a watch’s performance. Mechanical watches operate best within -10°C to +60°C. At extremes, watch movements may behave erratically, but normal operation resumes once back in regular conditions. Battery life can be shortened by high temperatures, potentially causing leaks. Chemicals, gases, and substances like mercury can discolor or damage the watch case and strap.
Battery depletion requires a simple replacement. The lifespan of a watch battery depends on its capacity and the energy consumption of the watch’s circuit. Bigger capacity and lower energy consumption mean longer battery life. If your watch has stopped due to battery issues, remember that a watch battery’s capacity is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), varying from a few to dozens based on size. The smaller the circuit’s energy consumption, the longer the battery lasts.
Wearing tips for mechanical watches include:
– Manual winding watches should be wound at the same time daily to ensure 24-hour operation.
– Automatic watches, powered by the wearer’s arm movement, don’t usually require manual winding unless not worn enough to maintain power. If necessary, wind the crown no more than twenty times.
– If an automatic watch hasn’t been worn for over 40 hours, winding the crown twenty times before wearing will help restart the movement.
To avoid moisture infiltration and maintain water resistance, ensure the crown is always securely locked.
By following these guidelines, you can ensure your mechanical watch remains in prime condition and continues to accurately tell time.
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