Rule 507. Game Timekeeper

1. The GAME TIMEKEEPER shall signal the Referee and the competing teams for the start of the game and each succeeding period, and the Referee shall start the play promptly in accordance with Rule 637 (Time of Match). To assist in assuring the prompt return to the ice of the teams and On-Ice Officials, the Game Timekeeper shall give a preliminary warning three minutes prior to the resumption of play in each period.

2. If the rink is not equipped with an automatic gong, bell or siren, or if such device fails to function, the Game Timekeeper shall signal the end of each period by ringing a gong or bell or by blowing a whistle.

3. He shall cause to be announced on the public address system at the appropriate time in each period that there is one minute remaining to be played in the period.

4. The Game Timekeeper shall not sound the horn or buzzer during play to notify the Referee of a malfunction of the clock or any other equipment. He shall note the time and, when play is stopped, notify the Referee of the problem. In the event of any dispute regarding time, the matter shall be referred to the Referee for adjustment, and his decision shall be final.