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If your battery-powered wall clock stopped working after being dropped, here’s how you can troubleshoot and possibly fix it:
1. Check the Battery
Remove the old battery and replace it with a fresh one.
Ensure the battery is inserted correctly (matching the polarity).
Clean the battery contacts with a dry cloth or a small amount of rubbing alcohol if there’s corrosion.
2. Inspect the Hands
If the clock hands are bent or misaligned, they may be stuck against each other or the clock face.
Gently move the hands to check if they are freely rotating.
If they are stuck, carefully straighten them and reposition them.
3. Check the Movement Mechanism
Open the back cover and look for any loose or broken parts.
If the clock hands are loose on the central pin, gently press them back onto the shaft.
If the clock has a quartz movement, the drop may have dislodged internal gears. Unfortunately, these are difficult to repair and often require replacement.
4. Reset the Hands
Remove the hands by gently pulling them off.
Reattach them, ensuring they are not too tight or too loose.
Set them to the correct time and see if they move properly.
5. Listen for Ticking
If the clock mechanism is silent after installing a fresh battery, the internal movement might be damaged.
If you hear ticking but the hands don’t move, the gears might be jammed.
6. Replace the Movement Unit
If the movement is damaged beyond repair, consider replacing it.
Purchase a compatible quartz movement unit online or from a craft store.
Remove the old movement and install the new one by securing it to the clock face and reattaching the hands. #clockrepair

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