In the unlikely event of problems during setup or normal
operation that cannot be resolved by following the instructions
in this brochure, please contact your dealer or the Kieninger
service department. When contacting your dealer or Kieninger,
please have all product information available.
1.
Selecting a location
When selecting a location for your clock the following criteria
should be observed:
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Select a location where the clock can be set up securely
and level.
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Locations with direct sun light, close to radiators or other
heat sources and/or draught should be avoided.
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Please note that the sound and loudness of the clock can
be influenced by size of room, other furniture, and sound
absorbing materials (floor coverings, drapes, etc.).
2.
Setting up the clock
Your Kieninger clock is usually delivered in a solid shipping
carton. Other than the clock and depending on model this
shipping carton contains various accessories, which should be
taken out first:
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bell assembly
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winding key
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bag for winding key
Kieninger recommends that you save the packaging material
for future use when relocating or moving.
Remove the clock from its packaging and place it close to its
final location. Remove all silk papers, foils and/or adhesive
tapes carefully.
Access to the clock movement and the bells is obtained
through the back door.
To perform the following steps, Kieninger suggests wearing
cotton gloves or using a soft, dry cloth when handling parts.
2.1 Mounting the bell assembly
The heavy bell assembly is disconnected for shipping after
final inspection.
Attach the bell assembly with the two screws remaining on the
movement back plate (picture 1 - see page 18). Check the
adjustment of each hammer and adjust as needed (see
section 10.4).
2.2 Removing the run block
Whenever possible clocks with key wind movement are fitted
with a plastic run block for shipping. The run block attaches to
the right or left winding arbor (melody chime or hour strike) and
prevents any forward movement of the minute hand. To
remove the run block turn the minute hand counterclockwise
(backwards) and pull the run block off the winding arbor.
2.3 Positioning the clock
Position the clock into its final location. Make sure that the
clock stands level and secure, as it may otherwise tip or not
operate properly.
3.
Winding the clock
The springs of your clock should be wound regularly and
evenly. Leaving the strike mechanisms unwound can lead to
jamming of the time mechanism. As a general rule, silencing
the chime mechanisms should be done by using the
function(s) of the chime selector levers, only (see section 6).
For winding open the front door and insert the winding key
provided into the winding holes located in the dial face as far
as possible.
All key wind mechanisms are wound clockwise until a
noticeable resistance develops (picture 4 - see page 18).
When winding the clock, and if possible, use your free hand to
stabilize the clock case.
4.
Setting the clock
4.1 Setting the time
Before setting the time, make sure that the automatic night
shut-off, where applicable, is turned off and the respective
selector lever is not in the position "NIGHT OFF" (see section
7). Moving the hands while these options are in operation
could damage the chime mechanism.
For key wind movements the springs have to be wound prior to
setting the time (see section 3).
To set the time, move the minute hand counterclockwise
(backwards) until hour and minute hand are at the correct
time. When moving the minute hand counterclockwise as
described, the clock will not chime.
Never move the hour hand when setting the time. The hour
hand will move automatically.
If after setting the clock on time, it does not chime properly,
this is not a defect. Let the clock operate 1 to 2 hours. The
movement has a self correcting feature which synchronizes
the chimes with the time. The synchronization can be speeded
up by moving the minute hand back 2 more hours and then
turning it clockwise as described below.
Should you elect to move the minute hand clockwise (forward)
when setting the time, it is recommended that you let the clock
complete each strike cycle (quarter, half, three quarter and full
hour depending on model). The strike release will only function
if the minute hand is moved slowly past the respective release
points.
Switching to day light savings time or back to regular time is
done by moving the minute hand forward or backward one
hour.
If your clock gains or loses time after several hours of
operation, see section 7 for instructions on how to regulate the
timekeeping of your clock.
4.2 Adjusting the moon phase dial
To set the moon dial, apply slight pressure with your fingers to
the front of the moon dial and rotate the moon dial clockwise
until the moon is directly below the numeral "15" (picture 3 -
see page 18).
If the moon dial will not easily rotate, this indicates that the
gears which automatically advance the moon dial are
engaged. Do not force the dial forward! With the factory
set-up, the dial is advanced between 10:00 P.M. and 2:00
A.M.! To release the gears rotate the minute hand backwards
depending on position up to four (4) hours as described in
section 4.1. After setting the moon phase, reset your clock to
the correct time.
Using an almanac or calendar, determine the date of the last
full moon. Count the number of days past the last or before the
next full moon. Turn the moon dial clockwise or
counterclockwise for every day past or before the full moon.
One click of the moon dial equals one day.
The moon dial is set now. Please note that the moon dial drive
is calculated for an average lunar month of 29½ days. Even if
the clock is operating continuously it should therefore be
corrected as described from time to time (for example every 6
months with the switch to day light savings time).
If the clock stops for more than 24 hours, the moon dial will
also stop and, thus, must be reset when the clock is started
again.
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