Start on the left and wind both completely.
How to wind an antique wall clock.
Then wind up the alarm mechanism usually located in the lower left of the clock case.
This may cause cracks over time at the end of the mainspring.
Choose the proper size wood screw typically a 8 10 or 12 to fit the hanger at the top back of the clock and long enough to go securely through the wall into a stud.
To wind a clock that requires daily adjustment establish a routine by winding the clock at the same time each day.
Insert your winding key into the appropriate hole.
One for keeping time and perhaps one for chiming on the hour and one for chiming on the quarter hour.
Turn the key slowly and just a half turn at a time.
2 insert the key or crank into.
Secure the screw into the wall angled upward at a 45 degree angle and hang the clock.
On most american antique clocks the alarm is set by turning the disc in the center of the dial.
However models can vary so you may need to experiment a bit with this.
Insert the key into one of the winding arbors and with your non dominant hand steady the case while you wind the clock.
To wind up your wall or mantel clock first locate the time spring hole.
If the dial is covered by a glass door open it to access the face.
The clock will have at least one and up to three winding points.
Even though it is impossible to over wind your clock it is also not necessary to wind it until the last possible click of the ratchet.
Next turn the key clockwise.
You ll get the feel of how far to wind the clock if you do this daily.
If you have more than one keyhole in your clock this is usually the one located farthest to the right as you re looking at the clock s surface.
Wind it up until it stops.
Turn the disc so that numeral of the hour you want the alarm to ring is located under the hour hand.
If the clock has run down all the way it s extremely important to wind it before touching or moving the hands.
Wear cotton gloves in order to preserve the finish of the case.
Winding your mechanical clock.