• FOR ALL CLOCKS - SETTING TIME
(moving the hands)
To set the time, move ONLY THE MINUTE HAND counterclockwise (backwards) until the hour and
minute hand are at the correct time. (See figure 4).
DO NOT MOVE THE HOUR HAND WHEN
SETTING THE TIME.
The hour hand will move automatically when the minute hand is moved. By
moving the minute hand counterclockwise it is not necessary to wait for the clock to chime as the
minute hand passes each quarter hour.
The movement has a self correcting feature which synchronizes the chimes with the time. If after
setting the clock on time, it does not chime properly, permit it to operate 12 hours to correct itself.
• FOR ALL CLOCKS - STARTING CLOCK
Clocks without a pendulum will start automatically if the clock is wound.
To start clocks with a pendulum, reach through the front door of the clock and place your hand
on the side of the pendulum disk. Move the pendulum to the far left of center and release. Let
the clock operate a few minutes until the pendulum settles into an even swinging motion. (See
figure 5). If your clock gains or looses time after 24 hours, see General Information Section to
regulate the time keeping of your clock.
GENERAL INFORMATION
PRODUCT INFORMATION LABEL
The product information label identifies the clock model number and serial number. The clock
model number and serial number are essential for obtaining parts or service. The product
information label is located either on the back or bottom of the clock. Refer to this label when
contacting your dealer or Howard Miller. For easy reference in the future, take a moment to record
these numbers in the space provided on page 5 of these instructions. Attach your sales receipt
to this manual for future reference.
WINDING YOUR CLOCK
Insert the winding key into the holes located in the dial face. (See figure 6). Depending upon the
model of your clock, there can be 1, 2, or 3 winding key holes. Turn the key clockwise until the
spring becomes tight and will not turn further. For clocks with hanging weights, raise the weights
using the crank. DO NOT lift the weights by hand while cranking. Wind your clock once a week.
REGULATING TIME KEEPING
Day One
1. Select a time of day that will allow you to check your clock at the same time for at least six days.
2. Record time selected ___________________
3. Check correct time.
4. Re-set the minute hand to the exact, correct time.
Day Two, Three, Four, Five, Six (If Necessary)
1. Check correct time.
2. Compare time shown on your clock with correct time. Is your clock fast or slow?
3. Adjust as detailed under “Clocks with Pendulum”or “Clocks without Pendulum”.
4. Check correct time.
5. Re-set the minute hand to exact, correct time.
Clocks with Pendulum
Changing the speed of time keeping is accomplished by moving the pendulum disk up or down.
The pendulum disk is moved up or down by turning the adjustment nut. To slow the clock down,
move the pendulum disk down by turning the adjustment nut to the left. To speed the clock up,
move the pendulum disk up by turning the adjustment nut to the right. (See figure 7). Turn the
adjustment nut one complete revolution for each half minute fast or slow per day. (24 hours).
Clocks without Pendulum
Changing the speed of time keeping is accomplished by moving the time adjustment lever. (See
figure 1). To slow the clock, move the lever down towards the “-” (minus). To speed the clock up,
move the lever up towards the “+” (plus).
FIGURE 4
FIGURE 5
2
HOUR
HAND
MINUTE
HAND
COUNTER-
CLOCKWISE
KEY
HOLE
KEY
HOLE
KEY
FIGURE 6
