Grandfather clocks are very easy to set up and take down. When setting up the grandfather clock, you will first need to hook the pendulum on the suspension. The suspension spring will be hanging down below the movement. Next, put the weights on. Do not handle the weights with your bare hands, the oils from your hands will tarnish the weights. Use socks or a cloth to handle the weights. Most grandfather clocks have labels on the bottom of the weights, right/middle/left. If the weights are not labeled, hang the heaviest weight on the right side as you are looking at the clock. To take down the grandfather clock, just take the weights off first and the pendulum second.