Timex 61 instruction manual Moving the Clock, Setup After Moving

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The wood case may be dusted with a slightly damp cloth and it is generally not advisable to apply a dusting agent. Wax buildup and dirt will darken the case with years of use and could destroy the original finish.

Moving the Clock

At some point it may become necessary to relocate the clock. This may be done safely if certain measures are taken.

1.Allow the clock to run until the weight is well down in the case but not touching the bottom.

2.Remove the pendulum by: Stop the pendulum from

swinging; remove the screw at the top; get a good grip (the pendulum is pretty heavy); with a finger on the leader, gently lift the pendulum up and away (it is held on with a pin); replace the screw in the leader to prevent it from being lost.

3.Remove the weight by lifting up on the weight cover cap and then unhooking the weight from the cable.

4.Remove the movement from the case by loosening the two seat board screws located behind the dial and under the movement. The movement will slide off of the seat board.

Once 1-4 have been accomplished successfully, the clock case may be moved like a nice piece of furniture.

Setup After Moving

Stability of the case is the most important part of setting up the clock. The case must be back against the wall in such a manner that the top touches on both sides. A good test is to push against the top to see if there is any give. If there is, it may be necessary

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Contents Andrew LaBounty Restoration LogWaterbury Regulator No.61 Table of Contents 1857 History of the Waterbury Clock CompanyPage To Begin The Take Down ProcessAt the Shop Cleaning it up On Paper Making a Map Taking it Apart And Determining Beats per Hour Polishing Pivots The Dreary Part Major Project The Escape Wheel Nut Bushing For Real Now Escapement Theory, Practice, and Math Polishing the Pivot Holes Everything’s so ShinyBeat and Rate Adjustments Nuts and Knobs Refitting the Second Hand Found in the Case Conclusion And Thanks Setting to Time Care and MaintenanceWinding Rating CleaningMoving the Clock Setup After MovingSetting the Beat Bibliography Repair Itemization Attachment aTooth Count Attachment BAttachment C Attachment D