Kieninger 0137-96-02 Floor Clock Adjustment

Since the beginning of the 20th century, the Kieninger clock manufactory has been producing grandfather clocks. The company, based in Aldingen, a town between the Black Forest and the Swabian Alb, focuses on tradition and quality. For this reason, the clocks stand for masterful horology and are distinguished by their high-quality mechanical movements. Technical features such as the anchor automatic system regulation and the nighttime shutoff of the striking mechanisms, as well as the precise seconds display even during short changes, are highly valued unique selling points of the Kieninger brand.

The Kieninger 0137-96-02

The elegant black grandfather clock Kieninger 0137-96-02 features a polished lacquer finish and fine stainless steel accents. It has a chrome-plated grid compensating pendulum with fine adjustment. The movement consists of a ¼ cable-driven movement with Westminster chime on an 8-rod gong and an automatic night shutoff between 22:00 and 07:15. This very special grandfather clock is limited to 250 pieces. The interior is finished in silver, including the dial, pendulum, and cable drive.

Setting up a grandfather clock correctly

• Set up the grandfather clock correctly and, if necessary, use a spirit level to align it so that it stands completely straight.
• Carefully remove all securing materials such as cardboard, foam, polystyrene, and rubber bands, and make sure everything can hang freely. Use gloves, as otherwise the metal may tarnish from sweat with frequent contact.
• Hang the pendulum on the designated loop at the back. First feel for the loop carefully or locate it with a flashlight.
• The weights are different in weight: two are the same weight, one is lighter. The different functions of the weights are hour strike, movement, melody. Check the instructions to see which weight should go in which position. They are usually marked under the weight with stickers or by different loops for hanging. The weights are hung directly on the loop above the dial.
• Grandfather clocks often have a 7-8 day movement, meaning that long it takes until the weights have reached the bottom again and the clock stops running. It is then wound through the holes in the dial.
• Now gently set the pendulum swinging and turn the hands slightly clockwise. The clock will then run.