Hi, I’m trying to build the Cuckoo Clock, but I’m struggling with the bird mechanism. It works, but when I install the door, the bird doesn’t come out, it just sings. How can I fix this? I made two videos to show what happens.
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I haven’t done this. Hopefully someone who’s built the Cuckoo Clock can help!
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hi! have you tried messaging @Robotime ? They are so responsive and I am sure you can get some answers in no time.
Goodluck!
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Please double-check that the door is installed correctly. I remember the door has a spring mechanism to open and close when the birds come out.
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It’s very hard for me to see…but have you checked to make sure the bottom springs on the doors were installed properly?
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@memi welcome to the community! The cuckoo clock bird working until the door is installed sounds like a very specific and frustrating mechanism issue. Thanks for sharing videos, and we hope the community can help you spot where it is catching.
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Hi! A lot of people have uploaded videos about this problem; Robotime even published a guide—if you search for it in the community, you’ll find it.
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Try contacting robotime for help!
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Hi there @memi. I hope @CustomerService can help you with this after checking your videos
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Maybe check that none of the screws around the mechanism are overtightened, as this can restrict the movement of the linkage.
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I think it might be the steel wires that need re-connecting as shown on page 5 picture 1.
By the way has anyone found a supplier of a suitable Type C cable to power the clock?
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I’ve never built this kit but there’s a lot of people in the community that have. Maybe one of them or Robotime can help you. Hope you’re able to fix your problem soon!
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Hello, I was able to fix this! The problem was that I had installed the bottom springs the wrong way. Thank you to everybody who answered and helped me!
Welcome to the community, @ChrisH