What do I do if my citizen eco-drive stops working?
Sarah Cherry
Published Mar 13, 2026
What do I do if my citizen eco-drive stops working?
If your Citizen Eco-drive watch isn’t working it means that the power reserve of your watch is getting low. Therefore, all you need to do is fully recharging the watch by exposing directly to the light.
How do you charge a dead citizen eco-drive watch?
Charge the watch by exposing it to direct sunlight for five to six hours at least once a month. Avoid leaving the watch in a dark place for long periods of time.
How do you reset a dead citizen eco-drive watch?
If you have fully charged your watch and the second hand continues to move in two second intervals, you need to do an all reset of the watch. For simple analog models, pull the crown out to the time setting position for 30 seconds, then return the crown to the closed position next to the case, then set the time.
How do you set the time on a citizen eco drive manually?
To set the time and calendar: 1) Pull the crown out two steps to the time setting position [2]. 2) Rotate the crown clockwise until you see the date change. Use this as a midnight reference position. Continue turning the crown to set the current time.
How do you set the time on a citizen world eco drive?
1) Pull the crown out two steps to the time setting position [2]. 2) Rotate the crown clockwise until you see the date change. Use this as a midnight reference position. Continue turning the crown to set the current time.
Where can I find the Citizen Eco-Drive E650 manual?
For more information on this movement I recommend reading through the Citizen Eco-Drive E650 manual on Citizen’s website, I’ve provided the link for you. Although most setting instructions were covered quite well in the video produced by Citizen, the manual may still be handy for some people.
Where can I find a guide to operate my Citizen Watch?
Visit the Citizen website () to view visual guides for operation of your watch. Some models may be equipped with external features (calculation scale, tachymeter, etc.).
Why is the second hand jumping on my Citizen Eco-Drive watch?
This isn’t something you have to worry about, it’s a common feature on many Citizen Eco-Drive watches to display that the watch is running low on power, a handy feature to have actually Once you notice the second hand jumping on a E650 you’ll have approximately 3 more days of power