Re: Is it possible to test the Clock

Posted by fred kanter On 2011/8/9 5:04:59

It is an electrically wound clock, ot an "electric clock" putting it to the correct voltage 6 or 12 just momentarily willenergize a magnetic coil that wil "wind" the clock to run 5-8 minutes as I recall. If this work,
then observe it to see if it runs the correct speed, if not clock needs cleaning. I used lighter flujid and a smll syringe. Then it needs oiling, I used a long pin adn 3 in 1 oil to oil the shaft pivot points, balance wheel most impt.

If it doesn;t wind, there is a set of points that is probably corrroded. Clean with metal nail file, the kind wit sparlky abrasive. MUST BE METAL, OTHER KIND LOSE GRIT WHICH GETS STUCK IN THE POINTS

Good luck, or take it to a clock shop