Like many rechargeable batteries, if the capacitor in a Kinetic is left in a state of low charge over a period of time, it will no longer recharge. If you have a Seiko Kinetic that you rarely wear, we suggest buying a watch winder or just making a point to shake it up to a full charge once a week. This will extend the life of the capacitor.
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I don’t wear my Seiko Kinetic very often. Is that bad for the watch?
Thursday, December 10th, 2009My Seiko Kinetic has started holding a charge less and less over time.
Thursday, December 10th, 2009When a Seiko Kinetic holds a charge for less and less time, it is an indication that the capacitor is wearing out. Eventually, the watch will no longer charge at all. It is important to replace the capacitor when it is worn out because a bad capacitor can burst and leak corrosion into the watch mechanism causing serious damage.