My Carrera automatic does not keep time, it loses at least 2 minutes a day

It sounds like your Tag Carrera automatic watch may be experiencing an issue with the automatic winding mechanism. Here are a few things you can try to troubleshoot the issue:

1. Make sure that the watch is fully wound. If the watch is not fully wound, it may not have enough power to keep running.
2. Check the balance wheel and pallet fork for any debris or obstruction that could be preventing the watch from running.
3. Inspect the winding rotor for any signs of damage or malfunction. The winding rotor may need to be replaced if it is not functioning properly.
4. Check the control panel for any error codes or messages that may indicate the cause of the issue.

Wow, how wrong yall are.

There are three positions for the Carrera's push-down crown. The inner position is used for normal wear and winding. To wind the crown manually, simply rotate it clockwise.

Changing the date on the Carrera is done from the middle crown position. Turn the crown clockwise to advance the date, one day at a time. Push the crown back to the inner position when finished.

The outer crown position is used for setting the time. You can turn the crown in this position either clockwise or counter-clockwise. Adjust the time forward or backwards. Setting the time backwards will not damage the watch. When the time is correct, press the crown all the way into the inner position.

It rather depends what you mean by "very often".

An automatic watch will run for 2-3 days before stoping if it is not used.

These watches thrive on being used and are best used every day.

It could be that your watch needs cleaning (I had one that was like that when I bought it and I had it cleaned and it ran for years after that).

If your watch is "automatic" then would I be right in thinking you took it off for a few days and it stopped?

If this is the case (since most of the Carrera range are automatic, then the spring will have run down and needs re-winding.

You were correct in thinking that shaking it will re- start it but to keep it going you need to shake it gently from side to side for some time. (One supplier quoted 500 times!) be patient and keep wearing it.

Automatic watches are mechanical (spring driven) and they are wound by the gentle swinging of the arm as you walk.

If yours has stopped, then it needs to re-wound by swinging it side to side (keeping the watch face level).

You will need to do this for some time (as many as 300 times, according to one maker).

When fully would the watch should run for about 3 days if not worn.

These watches thrive on use!

Why does an "automatic" watch need winding?? SELL IT

Hi
This is a warranty issue, the watch should not lose time like this. Take it back to the supplier ASAP
Cheers
Dave

Your watch is a automatic. All automatics need to wind-up before being worn at first , or if not worn all the time. Automatics will work with-out being wound ,but will not keep time. Wind your watch at least 50 turns (using the crown) or shake about 150 times , and then try it . Automatics need that back-up power to insure it's accuracy.