Instruction Manual; Selecting A Location; Unpacking And Settino Up The Clock; Mounting The Bell Assembly - F.lli Consonni “Westminster” Bedienungsanleitung

F.lli Consonni
n 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
service department. When contacting your dealer, please have all product information
available. This can be found on page 53 of this manual.
Please note: Depending on the model and accessories of your clock, additional
information regarding special features could be included with this instruction manual.

1. Selecting a location

When selecting a location for your clock the following criteria should be observed:
{ Select a location where the clock can be set up securely and level.
{ Locations with direct sun light, close to radiators or other heat sources and/or
draught should be avoided.
{ 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 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:
{ bell assembly (depending on model)
{ clock pendulum (depending on model packaged in a separate cardboard box)
{ winding key
{ bag for winding key (depending on model)
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 adesive tapes carefully.
Access to the clock movement and the chimes or bells is obtained through the back
and/or the front door, depending on model.

2.1 Mounting the bell assembly

With some models 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 53). Check the adjustment of each hammer and adjust as needed
(see section 11.4).

2.2 Gong rod protection

For clocks with gong rods, remove the cardboard sleeve from around the chime rods
by pulling it straight down and off the ends of the chime rods.

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