var initEvt = document.createEvent('Event'); I simply counted the links and thought it would be a reliable method but then I came across a formula posted by shutterbug (. .wsite-image div, .wsite-caption {} _W = _W || {}; _W.securePrefix='www.grandfatherclockrepairservice.com'; _W = _W || {}; _W.storeEuPrivacyPolicyUrl = ""; .wsite-headline-paragraph,.wsite-header-section .paragraph {font-family:"Montserrat" !important;font-weight:400 !important;font-style:normal !important;letter-spacing: 1px !important;} The last thing you wanna do is pour the weights up to high when youre winding the grandfather clock. It may also indicate that the strike is not correct, i.e. } If you have a microset you could monitor the clock strikes without being present. If this happens youre gonna need to loosen the chains from the clock movement itself. google-site-verification=PK8N8gkpRoLnQa4vN5N8ZeSTotXdNnpxmkvzy8U2P5A Hi, My name is ***** ***** it is my pleasure to assist you. A WARNING: KEEP PLASTIC BAGS AND SMALL PARTS AWAY FROM U3 CHILDREN. Any reasons why/ Thanks! The chime is the song that plays every 15 minutes and not to be confused with the strike. . Contact the Webmaster for perceived copyright infringement (DMCA Registration Number 1010287). With that said, we don't want to ship these back and forth. Without these weights, the Grandfather Clock would not operate. Contact Us - (801) 373-5273. This is usually caused by poor or no maintenance. I suppose it could make a difference in when you are checking the levels of the weights. Experts have said it would likely take an economic sea change sweeping layoffs, foreclosures and a dismal job market to drastically disrupt . var STATIC_BASE = '//cdn1.editmysite.com/'; {} Do some reading, and then work on some simpler clocks. If the clock is running but not chiming, then only the center weight will drop. The following information will apply to almost all grandfather clocks made after 1960 by brands such as Baldwin, Bulova, Colonial, Comitti of London, Daneker. November 28, 2022. Something had gone awry in the time train. I would suggest you have a qualified technician make needed adjustments. The chain is in good shape, bushings are fine and the clock has been properly serviced and oiled. You must log in or register to reply here. )On each swing of the pendulum, the pendulum weight drops slightly. 514 Poplar Street Most visitors online was 4107 , on 14 Jan 2023, https://mb.nawcc.org/showthread.php?64198-wrong-chains-on-a-1930-s-Mauthe, Q/86614733UCGPAUniversity of calgary, Q/86614733UAGPATHE UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA, Q/86614733UVICGPAUniversity of Victoria, Q/86614733UFVGPAUniversity of the Fraser Valley. This gives the appearance that the middle weight is dropping too fast when in reality it is dropping normally it is the other two that . #wsite-content div.paragraph, #wsite-content p, #wsite-content .product-block .product-title, #wsite-content .product-description, #wsite-content .wsite-form-field label, #wsite-content .wsite-form-field label, .blog-sidebar div.paragraph, .blog-sidebar p, .blog-sidebar .wsite-form-field label, .blog-sidebar .wsite-form-field label {color:#7b8c89 !important;} '', _W.storeCurrency = "USD"; document.documentElement.initCustomerAccountsModels++ Also, within the shipping carton will be the clock pendulum packaged in a separate box. .wsite-menu a {} Well guys, a friend of mine offered to lend me his set of 42LPF chains from one of his grandfather clocks. I didn't like the thickness of the links in your first two pictures either. A clock can be overwound, resulting in the weights being stuck in the highest position. I'll cover all options to try. For BYU: The 5-5 Cougars snapped a four-game losing skid with a rousing 31-28 upset of Boise State two weeks ago, and were idle last weekend. Move the clock close to its final location. To slow the Grandfather Clock down, move the pendulum disk down by turning the adjustment nut to the left. 1) Grandfather clock had been running fine for months or longer in the same location and suddenly came to a stop. When the Pendulum Isn't Functioning Properly If the pendulum of your clock has stopped . .wsite-menu a {} If it is just after 10, 11 0r 12 O'clock the strike weight. WEIGHT: $ 70.00 - $ 100.00. 8am to 1pm. .wslide-caption-text {} Everything I Know about My Howard Miller Grandfather Clock (So Far) Greg Anderson - The Good Timekeeper 24.3K subscribers Subscribe 78K views 2 years ago I recently purchased this. .wsite-button-inner {} This happens while it is striking the hour. 7016 North 27th Avenue. })(); } View Product. Well, for what it's worth, what kind of clock or movement are we talking about, anyway? The most frequent cause for this condition is a dislocated locking pin, either by being bent or the locking cam itself being out of position. The improper lubrication or lack of has become gummy or dry which can easily prevent the movement from operating properly. For clocks with hanging weights, raise the weights using the crank. .wslide-caption-text {} .galleryCaptionInnerText {} Typically, what we find is that the grandfather clock has not been serviced and the oil has dried up in the movement and therefore the chiming side of the clock is hung up, or worst, worn out. Would that would give you the pitch of the chain linkage, Too many clocks and not enough time, Tony. Sure one weight set of three is less than 30 lbs but that adds up quickly in a stack of weight sets. (602) 864-3807. } else if(document.documentElement.initCustomerAccountsModels === 0){ Grandfather clock Weights are not cheap mainly because they are so heavy to keep, ship, store, move from here to there. 2) As it drops, the weight pulls the gears around. . function initFlyouts(){ BLACK FOREST CUCKOO CLOCKS LARGE & SMALL CASE CLOCKS MANTLE, TABLE & WALL CLOCKS VINTAGE & ANTIQUE PROVO UTAH 184 W Center St. Provo, UT 84601. 512 East Mulberry Street; Lancaster, Ohio USA 740-503-1973; [email protected]. If it is just after 10, 11 0r 12 O'clock the strike weight may be a little lower. Type: page: Date: 1976-03-18: Paper: Sun Advocate: Page: 8: OCR Text: Show Thanks! Monday thru Friday. Yeah, it might be one link is bent too tight, and catches on the sprocket tooth. _W.customerLocale = "en_US"; Some larger clocks have over wind protection to prevent this. We'll be here to help. Swap the chains and see what happens. The pendulum disk is moved up or down by turning the adjustment nut. if(document.createEvent && document.addEventListener) { Let's look at the two most common scenarios where we see this happen. When winding the weights up make sure the top of the weight can be seen when done. Hours. .blog-header h2 a {} .fancybox-title {} body.wsite-background {background-attachment: fixed !important;}.wsite-background.wsite-custom-background{ background-size: cover !important} #wsite-content h2.wsite-product-title {} .wsite-headline-paragraph,.wsite-header-section .paragraph {line-height:16px !important;} JavaScript is disabled. When you have them both out, lay them side by side and see how they compare. All Rights Reserved. document.dispatchEvent(initEvt); It might be wise to discontinue using the strike side until the problem is found and corrected. Left to its own devices, the weight would accelerate, falling faster and faster. .wsite-image div, .wsite-caption {} The Grandfather clock weights can get stuck in the high position if over wound. The strike is what calls out the hours after it is done with the chime song. The best advice we can give is to try moving the pendulum bob a turn for every minute, for, say, up to a 10 minute daily variation vs. the correct time. Thank you! .wsite-elements.wsite-footer h2, .wsite-elements.wsite-footer .product-long .product-title, .wsite-elements.wsite-footer .product-large .product-title, .wsite-elements.wsite-footer .product-small .product-title{} .wsite-footer blockquote {} _W.Commerce.hasCart = false; Grandfather clocks with three weights appeared at the beginning of the 20th century and means that there is an additional 1/4-hour strike. {"navigation\/item":"