Alex archbold of curiosity inc gets a vintage grandfather clock wound and running.
How to wind a grandfather wall clock.
How to wind a pendulum clock.
Insert the key or crank into a winding point.
The train end is the one without the weight.
Each winding point operates a.
Use the crank or key to wind the first weight.
If the dial is covered by a glass door open it to access the face.
Find the heaviest of the three weights.
Winding the minute hand 1 full rotation counterclockwise will set the clock back by 1 hour.
Hold the clock steady with your nondominant hand and use your other.
For clocks with hanging weights raise the weights using the crank.
How to wind a chain driven grandfather clock.
In order to set the time without playing the melody move the minute hand counterclockwise.
Grasp the center of the train end of the time chain.
This gives you access to the chains and weights.
Open the front door of your grandfather clock.
Locate the winding points on the clock face.
It should be a snug fit but do not force it in.
Gently push the shaft of the crank or key into any one of the winding holes.
Gently hold the clock face steady with one hand and use the other to gently turn the crank.
Turn the key clockwise until the spring becomes tight and will not turn further.
Wall and mantel clocks insert the winding key into the holes located in the dial face.
Most grandfather clocks play a melody and chime on the hour.