Noted: Turning counterclockwise from 0 will damage the mechanism.The mechanical timer has no battery, every time you need wound first, just wind it all the way once to 55 (No more than 55) BE SURE TO READ AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR SETTING IT: turn clockwise to 55 minutes, then counter clockwise to set desired time. The timer must be wound manually. Mechanical movement inside, each machine is handmade, it has a certain +/-5% timing deviation, if mind do not buy, thanks. Rotate the animal's head only, do not wind up the base; Great for Easter animal lover, like the handmade clay style, not only a dial timer, but a Home Decor, you will love this cute and functionality friend. ABS-Smooth Touch: All the interface with careful polishing with no sharp spot, great to put it in the room,office,kitchen.Home Decor&Manage your time: Help you to learn time management, especially for cooking,baking,brush teeth,reading, learning, running, yoga,mask beauty, coffee tea time etc. Great gift to kitchen lover,friend,adults. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTION, FREE TO CONTACT US: Please contact us for instructions on how to use it, free to contact us with any problem at any time. The lovely timer can brighten you and friends life and make cooking learning working fun!