Cuckoo Clock Repair

When it comes to some of the unique models of wall or mantel clock, you really cannot ignore a cuckoo clock. In this pendulum-driven clock, the artificial cuckoo bird emerges from its enclosure and moves up and down.

At the same time, you can enjoy the sweet melody of the bird stating the time at regular intervals, either hourly or in fractions of an hour. It is a priceless addition to your home and adds elegance and style to the living room. In comparison to the older units, today's latest models are technology-based and require minimal maintenance.

Regular cleaning and dusting helps in proper functioning of the unit. However, as with any type of clock, you can expect malfunctions in this one too. Most of the time, it requires simple repair, which you can do on your own without hiring a professional. Nevertheless, the actual fixing differs with respect to the problem.

Getting yourself acquainted with the parts and functioning will help in identifying the malfunctions. The working phenomenon may vary from model to model. However, in most cases, the difference lies in the movement pattern. In the former option, daily winding is necessary, while winding once in 8 days is done in case of the latter.

Prior to dissembling the clock, you can go through the user manual provided with the unit. It usually highlights the probable problems and ways to troubleshoot them. Check whether the mentioned defects are matching with your problem and accordingly follow the recommended correction tips.

The chain suspended weight supports the heavy pendulum for correct swinging. In case of any obstruction in the chain or the weight, there will be fluctuations in the pendulum swing, thus resulting in incorrect time. In order to avoid such an issue, ensure that the train weight chain moves freely without any obstructions.

With time, the train weight chain may require repairing. The chain is suspended through holes made in the wooden case. You can first check whether there is friction between the chain and the sides of the hole. If yes, you can drill a slightly larger hole for the chain. This will hopefully correct the problem.

The problem of improper speed usually lies in the pendulum. Simply adjusting the balance of the pendulum will help. For fast speed, you can slightly propel the weight of the pendulum downwards and do the opposite, if the pendulum is moving slowly.

If your unit is not playing the music properly, chances are that the musical regulator or governor is defective. For squeaking sound problem, there may be a wear and tear in the cushions of the sounding fingers. Hence, inspect the dampers and do the necessary repairing. Locate the gears in case of a clicking sound; the cracked gears might need to be replaced.

After you are done with the repair, clean the frame with a quality case oil. If at all, the aforementioned do-it-yourself tips do not work well, hire a professional. For any kind of part replacement, either the chain or bellows, consult the service provider of the company. That way, you can purchase original parts and increase the durability of the clock.