Solar G Shock Charging Issues - GW9400 Rangeman

[earthphase]

Hi guys.

I have the very first Rangeman that came out and I say this to convey - it is old and beat up.

Past few weeks, it mostly only flashes "low" and therfore isn't functioning properly.

Do the batteries in a solar watch wear out?  Can they be swapped?  Do you think that is the problem?

Thank you.

[camrok]

Jan 4, 2020 11:28:13 GMT -8 earthphase said:

Hi guys.

I have the very first Rangeman that came out and I say this to convey - it is old and beat up.

Past few weeks, it mostly only flashes "low" and therfore isn't functioning properly.

Do the batteries in a solar watch wear out?  Can they be swapped?  Do you think that is the problem?

Thank you.

It’s a pretty reasonable suggestion to change the battery over.
All rechargeable batteries loose their capacity over a period of time, dependent on scientific and superstitious factors.
It Will be not much different to a normal g shock battery change. Just with the rechargeable capacitor.
Won’t cost much- lesson learnt, don’t over tighten the case back screws the case is ultimately a polyurethane or similar and you don’t way to strip the thread.