Table of Contents
- 1 How do you release the weights on a grandfather clock?
- 2 Why won’t My grandfather clock keep running?
- 3 Where should the weights be on a grandfather clock?
- 4 How much does it cost to repair a clock?
- 5 Why are the weights on my grandfather clock stuck?
- 6 What causes a weight driven clock to stop working?
- 7 Why does the pendulum on a clock stop working?
How do you release the weights on a grandfather clock?
Keep an eye on the height of the weights and wind the clock every seven days. A clock can be overwound, resulting in the weights being stuck in the highest position. When this happens, gently move the minute hand past the quarter hour and listen for the chime. This should release the weight.
Why won’t My grandfather clock keep running?
Your clock needs to have an even “tick”. If the tick sounds comparable to a guy walking with a limp, it won’t run. The pendulum needs to travel an EVEN distance after each tick. If it doesn’t, it will stop.
Why does my regulator clock keep stopping?
Make sure the clock hands are not touching the glass. A clock minute hand that touches the glass will stop your clock. The reason a clock pendulum often stops swinging, after being moved, is because the clock case now leans at a slightly different angle then it did at its former location.
Where should the weights be on a grandfather clock?
If there is no markings to identify the weights, hang the heaviest weight on the right side as it needs more power to run all of the chime hammers. The other two equal or lighter weights should be placed in any order on the left side and center position. This will usually work on most grandfather clocks.
How much does it cost to repair a clock?
How much does clock repair cost?
| Type of Repair | Average Cost |
|---|---|
| Clock with an hour strike | $300 to $400 |
| Clock with an hour strike and melody | $350 to $500 |
| Anniversary clocks | $125 to $200 |
| Cuckoo clock overhaul | $150 to $400, depending on the number of weights |
Is it possible to Overwind a clock?
Most likely problem: In actual fact it is almost impossible to overwind a clock. Once the coils of a flat mainspring are in firm contact with one another, than the spring can not be physically wound any tighter. The only way to truly overwind a clock spring is to turn it so tightly that the spring actually breaks.
Why are the weights on my grandfather clock stuck?
The Grandfather clock weights can get stuck in the high position if over wound. Some larger clocks have over wind protection to prevent this. The grandmother and grandfather chain drive units often do not have this feature. When winding the weights up make sure the top of the weight can be seen when done.
What causes a weight driven clock to stop working?
If it bumps anything, even slightly, then it loses some momentum and the clock will eventually stop. If these things do not fix the clock then it would be safe to assume there is a general lack of power in the time train. It is time to give the Weight Driven Clocks clock a good cleaning and check it over for excessive wear.
Where is the heaviest weight on a clock?
The chime weight is on the right as you face the clock and has the heaviest weight. Using cloth gloves, or at least a cloth of some kind, pull down on the weight some. This is the same as making the weight weigh more. At the same time, turn the minute hand past the quarter hour to see if it will engage the chime.
Why does the pendulum on a clock stop working?
The point is, to keep the pendulum totally free from obstructions because it uses its own weight and momentum to help keep the clock running. If it bumps anything, even slightly, then it loses some momentum and the clock will eventually stop.