Introduction
Use this guide to remove the back cover assembly on your TicWatch E3.
You’ll need replacement adhesive to reattach the back cover assembly when reassembling the device. Your device will function normally, but will lose its IP (Ingress Protection) rating.
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Before starting repairs, take your watch off the charger and power it down.
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Remove the watch band.
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Apply a heated iOpener to the rear side of the watch for 5 minutes to loosen the adhesive underneath.
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Insert an opening pick into the recess between the watch frame and the top edge of the back cover.
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Push the opening pick to create a gap between the back cover and the watch frame.
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Twist the opening pick to widen the gap between the back cover assembly and the watch frame.
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Pry upward to loosen the back cover assembly.
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Carefully lift up the bottom edge of the back cover assembly to make sure it isn't adhered to the watch frame anymore.
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Grab the back cover assembly and carefully bring it into an upright position next to the watch housing.
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Use a spudger to disconnect the battery cable by prying the connector straight up from its socket.
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Use a spudger to disconnect the sensor cable by prying the connector straight up from its socket.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
During reassembly, apply new adhesive where it's necessary after cleaning the relevant areas with isopropyl alcohol (>90%).
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our TicWatch E3 answers community for help.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
During reassembly, apply new adhesive where it's necessary after cleaning the relevant areas with isopropyl alcohol (>90%).
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our TicWatch E3 answers community for help.
