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Clocks are products that have great impact in every person's life. They are the ones responsible for telling the specific time of the day. The thing about clocks is that they use specially-designed mechanical systems. Thus, they are composed of several moving parts that are responsible for making sure that the clock ticks and/or moves every second. With such in regard, they should be maintained well and regularly. That is because when one of the moving parts become stuck or stopped moving, the clock will no longer tell the accurate time. After a long period of time, clocks that have not been maintained well will not work or function anymore.
As can be denoted from above, clock owners should then be responsible enough in making sure that their clocks are clean. The very first thing that people should remember when they clean their clocks is to make sure that they do it in an area wherein there is proper lighting. Obviously, owners will be able to properly see the dirt and dust that have accumulated in the small and large parts of the clock's mechanical system. People who have learn more about clocks recommend that a spot clean procedure be done before applying any cleaning products. Such is a step wherein dust and dirt on large areas are wiped off with a clean cloth. A sharp cleaning stick like a barbecue stick is then used to scrape off any dried oil in the clock's pivots. In cases wherein the dried oil is packed, owners can use a toothbrush that is dipped in a cleaning fluid.
After spot cleaning a ticking and a no ticking wall clock, it is very important that owners oil the mechanical parts. Such will ensure that all parts that have rusted can move freely and accurately. However, people should remember that there are certain types of oil that are recommended for such. That is due to the fact that there are oil products that can do more harm to the clock than help it function properly. An example of a commonly used household oil brand that may damage a clock is the WD-40. For a safer choice, people should shop for an oil product that is exclusively manufactured for clocks. There are already a lot of expensive and affordable brands that can be found in the market.
When it comes to using oil, people should remember the saying "Everything in excess is harmful or bad." Such is due to the fact that the excess oil will drip down the other parts of the clock's mechanical system. Once the oil enters the parts that have holes like the plate, the oil may produce bulging and may eventually break the part. The right thing to do is to apply the oil little by little. Another tip is that when the cleaner sees any bulging, he or she should wipe if off immediately with a small amount of tissue. However, people should also note that when they do not apply enough amount of oil, the moving parts will also not be lubricated properly. Thus, may also become non-functional in a few weeks or months. Nevertheless, individuals who need to replace their broken clocks can check the Oh Clock website’s expansive inventory .
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