• Always use the proper size battery.
   
• Always use alkaline replacement batteries.
   
• Replace your battery on a regular schedule whether it needs it or not, such as spring or fall when the time changes.
   

DON'T:

• Never leave battery in clock if it is in storage or will not be used for periods of time. Dead batteries can leak and cause corrosion which may spread to the circuit board. A new movement will be required if this happens.
   
• Never disassemble movement as this will invalidate any possible warranty.
   
• Never lubricate or insert oil in movement.
   
• Never change the time by moving the hour or minute hand. Always use set knob on back of movement, moving it in a counter-clockwise direction, which moves the hands clockwise.