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How to Fix Grandfather Clock Movements|DoItYourself.com

The most important aspect of owning a grandfather clock is to take care of the grandfather clock movements. Generally, due to the different types of clocks ..

 

Step 1 – Weight

Weights control the grandfather clock movements. A weight provides the power required for the time and chime of the clock to function.

 

Step 2 – Checking the Weight

Examine and see if the weights are aligned properly. If they are misaligned, set them right by referring to the marks at the bottom. These marks indicated the exact

alignment for the weights. Place the weights on the correct side, since

only then will the grandfather clock movements be accurate.

 

 

Step 2 – Checking the Weight

Examine and see if the weights are aligned properly. If they are misaligned, set them right by referring to the marks at the bottom. These marks indicated the exact alignment for the weights. Place the weights on the correct side, since only then will the grandfather clock movements be accurate.

 


 

Step 3 – The Hands

If the pendulum does not swing, it will lead the hands on the grandfather clock to freeze. The hands have to be unlocked. Pull the weights up, open the glass and gently move the hands away from each other. Be careful while doing this, as the hands are quite delicate.

 

 

 

 

Step 4 - The Pendulum

Sometimes the pendulum can disrupt the grandfather clock movements.

If the clock is running slow move the pendulum up the shaft, and if it is

running fast move it down.

 

Step 5 – The Moon Dial

Another cause for the inconsistency could be the moon dial. Observe the current phase that the moon is in. Now reset the moon dial with the observed moon phase. You can rotate the moon by gently pressing the dial.

 

Step 6 – Check the Level

Check the platform where the grandfather clock has been stationed. If the platform is not in a level eventually it will affect the grandfather clock movements. Adjust the leveling of the platform. Test this by observing the swing of the pendulum. If the swing is correct this problem will not resurface.

 

Step 7 – The Ticking

If you are unable to find a leveled surface, then listen carefully to the

ticking. A more balanced ticking could be the solution.

 

Step 8 – Shifting the Clock

Constantly shifting the position could lead to problems in the grandfather clock movements. It is advisable to keep the movement to bare minimum.

 

Step 9 – Word of Caution

If you need to move the clock, get someone to help you do it together with you. Moving it on your own can create other unwanted hassles.

 

 

 

 

 

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How to Fix Grandfather Clock

Movements

 

 

The most important aspect of owning a grandfather clock is to take

care of the grandfather clock movements.

Generally, due to the different types of clocks available, finding the

cause of the problem can be confusing.

The rules are completely different for grandfather clocks that are more

than 50 years old.

They are classified as antiques. In case you do not feel fully confident

 

to do this job on your own, you can always consult a professional.

The tips below can help you fix the faulty movement of your

grandfather clock.

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