How Do You Clean A Clock Movement?
The collection of gears inside a mechanical clock moves a clock’s hands. Powered by weights or springs, the “movement” or clock mechanism keeps accurate time when properly lubricated to permit free movement. When lubricants thicken, movements gather dust and grime, slow down or seize. To clean a clock movement, open up the clock and remove all debris. Open up the back of the clock, using a screwdriver if necessary. The movement should now be visible. If the clock has a pendulum, remove it. Inspect the clock movement for debris, such as lint, or semi-solidified oil buildup. Use a soft cloth to remove these deposits. Spray the movement with compressed air to eliminate finer dust and lint. Use the nozzle on the can to direct the flow of air into hard-to-reach areas. Place some clock cleaning solution on the soft cloth. Do not make the cloth too wet. The movement should not be flooded with cleaning solution. Make a clock cleaning solution by mixing eight parts ammonia to one part commercia
