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Service and repair clock chiming mechanisms

Service and repair clock chiming mechanisms

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM21020
State Code
OAT76
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/06/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
030715 - Precision Metalworking
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
54
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to service and repair mechanical floor, wall and shelf clocks that are fitted with chiming mechanisms.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: AUnit weight: 6
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine servicing requirements and liaise with customer
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Identify functions and types of chiming system
  • 1.4 Verify clock condition and performance concerns with customer
  • 1.5 Prepare written and verbal quotations
  • 1.6 Agree with customer on recommended service procedures
  • 1.7 Prepare clock for handover
  • 1.8 Record and document repair process
  • 1.9 Source replacement parts from industry suppliers
2 Service and repair chiming mechanisms
  • 2.1 Establish an appropriate clean and safe work environment
  • 2.2 Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 2.3 Remove and replace movement considering case design and chiming system employed
  • 2.4 Handle components without damaging and marking
  • 2.5 Use appropriate hand, bench tools and equipment in a safe and correct manner
  • 2.6 Confirm design and operation of the chime corrector mechanism
  • 2.7 Determine service procedure for particular movement design
  • 2.8 Inspect condition of chime release, activation and sound generation, and identify wear and faults
  • 2.9 Dismantle and clean chiming components
  • 2.10 Verify orientation of gear trains, strike and chime detents
  • 2.11 Confirm servicing and repair requirements
  • 2.12 Repair and rectify faults in chiming components
  • 2.13 Reassemble chiming mechanism and verify correct set-up, operation and performance
  • 2.14 Select and apply lubricants to chime components
3 Bench test and adjust chime functions
  • 3.1 Verify and confirm function of chiming mechanism
  • 3.2 Verify clock operation over 24 hour period
  • 3.3 Determine and rectify faults in chiming mechanism
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5473 MEM21020A Service and repair clock chiming mechanisms Unit of competency