Opening Procedure

Written By: Dominik Schnabelrauch

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Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

Time Required

15 - 30 minutes

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.

Tools

Step 1

Before starting repairs, take your watch off the charger and power it down.
Remove the watch band.

Step 2

Apply a heated iOpener to the rear side of the watch for 5 minutes to loosen the adhesive underneath.
A hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate may also be used, but be careful not to overheat the device.

Step 3

Insert an opening pick into the recess between the watch frame and the top edge of the back cover.
Push the opening pick to create a gap between the back cover and the watch frame.

Step 4

Twist the opening pick to widen the gap between the back cover assembly and the watch frame.
Pry upward to loosen the back cover assembly.
Don't try to remove the back cover assembly all the way yet. It's still connected to the motherboard.

Step 5

Carefully lift up the bottom edge of the back cover assembly to make sure it isn't adhered to the watch frame anymore.
Avoid straining or tearing the sensor or battery cables.

Step 6

Grab the back cover assembly and carefully bring it into an upright position next to the watch housing.

Step 7

Use a spudger to disconnect the battery cable by prying the connector straight up from its socket.
To re-attach press connectors like this one, carefully align and press down on one side until it clicks into place, then repeat on the other side. Do not press down on the middle. If the connector is misaligned, the pins can bend, causing permanent damage.