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German made quartz movement and special Clock Forward fixing nut key

German made quartz movement and special Clock Forward fixing nut key

Parts & Repairs

George Nelson Quartz Movement Replacement Kit

Made in Germany.
Replacement quartz movement for all battery-operated Vitra produced George Nelson clocks.
Replacement Hands:
Hands are meant to be pliable. Try bending yours back into shape before you Purchase New Hands
$64.00
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George Nelson Quartz Movement Replacement Kit

$64.00
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Specifications

  • Origin: Germany
  • Includes: movement, fixing nut tool, AA Procell Constant battery, card with instructions link. Rubber washers, fixing nut and minute hand nut are included upon request.
  • Warranty: 5 years
  • Returns: Final sale
  • Movement: High torque quartz
  • Power: 1.5 V AA battery
quartz movement replacement guide

George Nelson Hand / Quartz Movement Replacement Guide

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German made high torque quartz movement for all Vitra produced George Nelson clocks. The wooden Fan, Wheel and Polygon clocks are the only exceptions. They use a longer shaft that you will need to transfer to the new movement.

If your movement has been replaced before and doesn’t match the movement shown, send us a photo of the front of your clock and the back of your movement before you order and we’ll confirm. Do not call. We can’t accept returns on movements, so check now. You can also consult our replacement guide and compare it to your hands and movement.

Quick Help & Manual

How to replace movement and hands

View: George Nelson Hand / Movement Replacement Guide

Setting the time

The best way is the dial on the back: turn it so the hands move clockwise. Turning it counterclockwise is fine for setting the hour back in the fall. If taking the clock down is awkward, you may also move the minute hand directly, gently and clockwise. Never move the hour hand on its own; it can damage the gears and put the hands out of sync. The one risk in moving the minute hand is loosening the small nut (open or closed, depending on the model) that holds it in place; a loose nut can eventually let the minute hand come off. If that happens, we sell replacement nuts and hands, and the fix takes a minute.

Replacing the battery

All wall clocks run on a single AA 1.5V battery, which is included with new clocks. The flat negative (−) end goes against the springier of the two contacts on the movement: angle that end in first, then press the battery down. We prefer Duracell, Duracell Procell Constant, or Energizer Ultimate Lithium (non-rechargeable), which is leak-proof. Replace the battery as soon as the clock starts losing time, or better, make it an annual routine at the spring or fall time change; the old battery is usually still good for a remote or another device.

replacing battery on george nelson wall clocks

Extending the life of the movement

The clock movement is easily replaced but with good care it lasts 10–25 years. Change the battery once a year; the fall or spring time change is a good reminder. Keep dust from building up on the hands and the movement shaft. Keep the clock out of strong sun and heat. Set the time with the dial on the back whenever you can, and if you move the minute hand instead, keep a light touch and leave the hour hand alone.

Warranty & Repairs

Please contact us if you have any issue with your replacement movement—whether in or out of warranty. Our movements are covered under a 5-year parts warranty by Clock Forward. If our replacement movement fails within 5 years, we will send a replacement.

Pre-Sale Questions

Is it difficult to replace the movement or hands?

If you’re mildly mechanically inclined, you can replace the movement and hands yourself. Otherwise, any reputable local clock repair shop or handyman can do it quickly, without the cost and risk of shipping your clock. See our Hand and Movement Replacement Guide.

Can I return a part?

Parts are not returnable. If you are not sure which part you need, contact us before ordering and we will help you identify it. Wrong or defective parts are replaced. Full return policy.

Do your movements and hands come from Vitra?

Our movements come directly from the German manufacturer that supplies Vitra, so they are identical to the originals. Replacement hands come directly from Vitra, and we try to keep them in stock. We can’t get hands for clocks Vitra no longer produces. If buying from Vitra itself matters to you, you can order from them directly.

How long do the movements last?

With proper care, a quartz clock movement can last 10 to 25 years.

Why don’t you include other parts with the movement?

Most clocks that have stopped only need a new movement. Whether you also need a closed (end) nut, and in which color, or an open nut depends on your clock, so we’d rather send exactly what you need than guess. Our replacement guide shows which parts your clock uses. If you need them, just tick the parts box when you order.

Will replacing the movement lower my clock’s value?

No. It’s the same movement your clock came with. You’re welcome to keep the original, but repairing a quartz movement isn’t practical or cost-effective.

Do you test the replacement movements?

Yes. We run each movement briefly before it ships to make sure it works. If it doesn’t run once installed, we’ll replace it.

The minute hand fell off my clock. What do I need?

If your clock has no second hand, you need a closed (end) nut, which we sell separately. If it had a second hand that’s now missing, you need an open nut and a second hand. Hour and minute hands are sold as a set only and include a closed or open nut.

My hands are bent. Can I order new ones?

Minute and second hands, and some hour hands, are made to bend. Try gently straightening them first. We recommend replacing hands only if they’re badly damaged (for example, from a fall) or missing, as our supply is very limited.

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