The clock movement cleaning has several different approaches. Most people feel that you can use cleaning products to clean the clock. However, others lean towards a water-based product. You will have to disassemble the clock to make sure it's properly cleaned. The clock should be placed in the cleaning solution and soak, if needed. Once the cleaning solution has set in, you should use a cloth to
. remove all other dirt of grease from the clock. Please make sure that the clock pieces are completely dry before placing the clock back together. This should help keep the clock in great working condition. You can find more information here: http://antiqueclock.clockstop.com/CLEAN.htm