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Resealing Procedure

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Introduction

Use this guide to close and reseal your Apple Watch Series 4 after disassembly.

What you need

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    • Remove the blue protective film from the adhesive.

    • To simplify the removal you can lift and cut the blue protective film at one point. Avoid cutting the force touch gasket.

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    • Align the screen and press it down firmly onto the adhesive.

    • For best results, apply heat from your iOpener, heat gun, or hair dryer to help set the adhesive.

    • After the screen sits in place apply some pressure for a few hours by wrapping the watch with a couple rubber bands, or placing it under a heavy book or two.

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Conclusion

Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.

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2 Comments

Ist der Kasten dann auch, zumindest theoretisch, wasserdicht?

Angelika Reichert - Reply

Ja. An den kritischen Stellen - Öffnungen für Mikro, Lautsprecher, Digital Crown, Druckknopf - wurde ja nichts gemacht.

Christian Guhl -

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