How Do You Set Up A Grandfather Clock?
A grandfather clock is a great addition to your home and can last for centuries. Grandfather clocks have established a reputation of longevity and durability and usually require very little maintenance. Still, they are complex mechanisms that must be set up in a certain way. Position the clock on a level spot. This is necessary if you want the clock to keep the correct time. Use a level to check the position of the clock and make the necessary adjustments if needed. Open the front face of the grandfather clock. Use a screwdriver to gently remove the glass face on the front of the clock so that you can access the hands of the clock. Configure the hands on the clock face. The pendulum will not swing if the hands of the clock stick together. Carefully open the clock face and separate the hands from each other. Set the weights. Each weight in the grandfather clock must be correctly aligned for the clock to function correctly. The weights will be labeled on the bottom with either “right,” “
