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Service and repair clock timepieces

Service and repair clock timepieces

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM21017
State Code
OAT79
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 wall, floor or shelf clock timepieces that have a running time of eight days or thirty hours.Where the clock is to be installed at the client's premises after service and repair unit MEM21016 Install and set up clocks should also be selected. 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 clock origin and case and movement construction and function
  • 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 Disassemble clock, case and movement components for servicing
  • 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 Handle components without damaging or marking
  • 2.4 Remove clock movements in sequence considering case design and construction
  • 2.5 Select and use appropriate hand and bench tools
  • 2.6 Verify condition and completeness of clock case
  • 2.7 Perform power release in a safe manner
  • 2.8 Dismantle clock movement in correct sequence
3 Service and repair movement, sub-assemblies and components
  • 3.1 Inspect movement, sub-assemblies and components, and identify condition and faults
  • 3.2 Confirm servicing and repair requirements
  • 3.3 Replace or repair faulty or worn component parts, movement or sub-assemblies
  • 3.4 Use appropriate hand tools and equipment for servicing and repair
  • 3.5 Clean clock components at appropriate stages using cleaning and finishing methods
  • 3.6 Verify condition of components after cleaning
4 Service clock cases
  • 4.1 Verify completeness of clock case
  • 4.2 Repair and replace missing or damaged components
  • 4.3 Clean internals and refinish/refurbish exterior with appropriate materials and techniques
5 Reassemble clock movement and case components
  • 5.1 Reassemble clock movement and case components
  • 5.2 Assemble motion work and verify and adjust hand setting tension
  • 5.3 Check and adjust component operations and clock functioning
  • 5.4 Select and apply lubricants according to component design and estimated frictional load
  • 5.5 Apply clock assembly inspections and precautions
  • 5.6 Install and secure movement in case
6 Bench test and adjust clock functions
  • 6.1 Verify function of clock movement
  • 6.2 Set up, operate mechanical clock timing machine and interpret readings
  • 6.3 Verify clock performance and rate testing
  • 6.4 Adjust rate according to performance and design characteristics
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5470 MEM21017A Service and repair clock timepieces Unit of competency