Audubon clock is running too fast

Less than 12 months old so under warranty.
Take it back for a free replacement.

On any clock that I have ever worked on the hands just pull off a tapered shaft

You probably need to adjust the length of your pendulum. http://usedclockparts.com/9-clock-case-repairs/31-how-to-speed-up-or-slow-down-your-clock-using-it-s-pendulum

take it back for a warranty exchange or refund

Normally there is an adjustment available. /contact the manufacturer.

It is located on the back side.
2 total batteries for this type of clock, one for the time piece the other for the audio portion.

I have a cool clock like yours, but mine is Corvette Engine sounds. Very Cool.

There is a small door with a screw.

You may need to try to repair or replace the quartz movement, this link will help you out.

http://usedclockparts.com/14-clocks/clock-videos/126-quartz-battery-operated-clock-movement-repair

No fix, other than replacing the time movement, which is a switch movement that can be purchased at several different clock part supply stores, catalogs, or websites.

SETTING THE TIME: ( Remove all batteries before setting)
1. Turn the hand set knob in the rear of the battery compartment clockwise or counter clockwise to read 10 minutes before 12:00 o'clock (11:50)
2. Insert three " AA" batteries into the battery compartment
3. Now turn the handset knob clockwise to adjust the desired time.
Note: Each time the set test button"red" is pressed, this sets the birds melodies to the next hours bird. If pressed, you must follow the instructions above to reset properly or you will not hear the correct melody with the correct bird.


I found this answer on another site: http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080115175404AAdL2Lw

Hope it helps!