Here are the facts on longcase pillars
* A longcase clock always need to stand on a level ground or surface. This sounds simple but it is very important.
When placing the grandfather clock next to the wall you might find that the rug or surfacing is not uniform in thickness. Or it is possible that the floor is uneven at the wall junction.
If the case is leaning towards one direction or the other you need to get the clock vertical.
* Pendulums have a distinguishable front side. The front face of the pendulum is generally the the side that is polished and more or less flat.
The longcase clock pendulum swing without touching any part of the case. Should it hit the walls it could mean that the tower is not really vertical.
* The arrangement of weights that energize the clock should be free of obstructions. They should not touch the pendulum or the casing when they drop.
* When you start up the pendulum check it out for a steady tick tock sound. The tick tocks should be regular and evenly spaced.
If it is not even it is likely because the clock is not placed on a level surface. Try out different positions and make necessary adjustments.
* When altering the time do not shift the clock hands rearwards by more than a few minutes. Do not under any circumstances run them towards the back over the mid day mark.
It is ok to run the clock hands forwards. When moving them past the mid night mark pause till your antique clock has completed striking the hour before you move on.
* If your clock runs too slow alter the linear dimensions of the pendulum.
Add to its length to lower the clocks speed. Decrease the pendulum length to to make the clock go more quickly.
If you find it difficult to set up the longcase clock get help from the dealer you bought it from. Bask In the look of gracefulness the clock brings to your interiors!
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