A pendulum too high causes the clock to run fast.
How to fix a wall clock pendulum.
If your pendulum clock has lost its best beat you can get it back in time with a bit of beat education and simple tools.
Wind the spring as far as it will go.
Inspect the battery compartment for corrosion you will likely see a bloom of blue and white or green and white mold around the ends of a battery.
Step 2 put on gloves and pull the batteries out with tweezers or tongs.
Dried oil and debris can clog and stop the clock mechanism.
Bend the clock verge back into position with a set of needle nose pliers instead of shimming your out of beat clock.
Understanding the mechanics of your cherished time piece will help you fix problems that can occur without having to drag the clock to a repair specialist.
Brushing the mechanical works with a soft brush such as a paint brush should dislodge any dust or dirt.
Check to see if the spring is in working order.
Dabbing a few drops of clean oil on the area then restarting the pendulum should get the clock running again.
Check your clock with a bubble level and find where it needs to be shimmed.
If no pendulum is attached your mantle clock may be regulated by a balance wheel which is operated by a spring.
Too low causes the clock to run slow.
Lengthen the pendulum by turning the screw mechanism to the left 1 2 turn.
Locate the adjustable weight or screw mechanism near the pendulum arm.
If dried oil is visible gently brush it away.
Open the back door of the clock carefully with a small screwdriver.