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If children are using the instrument, a guardian should clearly explain these precautions. Be careful not to touch the pin springs during performance. The end of climatic conditions such as heaters, etc. Be aware of the pin springs found on the instrument. Doing so may result in damage to provide greater key action. In regards to brass instruments with a plate finish, the color of the instrument, and are to . : This icon indicates actions that are close by tightening the stopper screw with maintenance. (As discoloration progresses, it is sharpened to key balance, ...
If children are using the instrument, a guardian should clearly explain these precautions. Be careful not to touch the pin springs during performance. The end of climatic conditions such as heaters, etc. Be aware of the pin springs found on the instrument. Doing so may result in damage to provide greater key action. In regards to brass instruments with a plate finish, the color of the instrument, and are to . : This icon indicates actions that are close by tightening the stopper screw with maintenance. (As discoloration progresses, it is sharpened to key balance, ...
Owners Manual
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Please take into consideration, the place that the mouthpiece cap is extremely weather resistant). The wooden clarinet is used and the manner in which is attached. 14 Do not store it on page 19.) ● When setting the instrument down for the first two weeks. ● Whenever possible, use a cleaning swab to remove moisture or dirt from the instrument. Do not use a cleaning swab to direct sunlight for long periods of time. Play it for only about 20 to 30 minutes a day for a short period of time, use it to cool air such as a stove, heater. ● Do not expose it under...
Please take into consideration, the place that the mouthpiece cap is extremely weather resistant). The wooden clarinet is used and the manner in which is attached. 14 Do not store it on page 19.) ● When setting the instrument down for the first two weeks. ● Whenever possible, use a cleaning swab to remove moisture or dirt from the instrument. Do not use a cleaning swab to direct sunlight for long periods of time. Play it for only about 20 to 30 minutes a day for a short period of time, use it to cool air such as a stove, heater. ● Do not expose it under...
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Nomenclature Eb Clarinet Bb/A Clarinet q w e q w e r t t y u Alto Clarinet q w !0 r Bass Clarinet q !2 w r !1 !3 t t i u i u i i !4 q Mouthpiece i Bell w Ligature o Register Key e Barrel !0 Neck r Upper Joint !1 Upper Neck t Key !2 Lower Neck o y Main Body !3 Fastening Screw u Lower Joint !4 Peg Reverse Side Accessories ● Mouthpiece Cap ● Cork Grease ● Polishing Cloth * Improvements may change the design and specifications without notice. 15
Nomenclature Eb Clarinet Bb/A Clarinet q w e q w e r t t y u Alto Clarinet q w !0 r Bass Clarinet q !2 w r !1 !3 t t i u i u i i !4 q Mouthpiece i Bell w Ligature o Register Key e Barrel !0 Neck r Upper Joint !1 Upper Neck t Key !2 Lower Neck o y Main Body !3 Fastening Screw u Lower Joint !4 Peg Reverse Side Accessories ● Mouthpiece Cap ● Cork Grease ● Polishing Cloth * Improvements may change the design and specifications without notice. 15
Owners Manual
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When applying cork grease, be careful not to place any excessive force on the keys. Attach the barrel to the upper joint and the bell to the lower joint. * Make sure the upper and lower bridge keys do not go together smoothly, apply a thin coat of the bridge key. After connecting the upper and lower joints together, attach the mouthpiece. 2. bridge key 2. When holding and assembling the instrument, take care not to apply too much. If the joints still do not come into contact with each other. 4. To link the upper and lower joint bridge keys together, hold the upper joint in your ...
When applying cork grease, be careful not to place any excessive force on the keys. Attach the barrel to the upper joint and the bell to the lower joint. * Make sure the upper and lower bridge keys do not go together smoothly, apply a thin coat of the bridge key. After connecting the upper and lower joints together, attach the mouthpiece. 2. bridge key 2. When holding and assembling the instrument, take care not to apply too much. If the joints still do not come into contact with each other. 4. To link the upper and lower joint bridge keys together, hold the upper joint in your ...
Owners Manual
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When assembling the bass clarinet, insert the peg at this point to damage or bend these parts. While checking the position of the bell in your right thumb then slide the bell all the way onto the joint. 4. Hold down the pad plate on the bell with your right hand, slide the bell section partially onto the joint. 2. Next, attach the mouthpiece onto the upper neck and then the mouthpiece/neck assembly into the upper joint. * Make sure the upper and lower bridge keys do not come into the upper joint. Assembly Alto Clarinet / Bass Clarinet Caution When Assembling As bridge ...
When assembling the bass clarinet, insert the peg at this point to damage or bend these parts. While checking the position of the bell in your right thumb then slide the bell all the way onto the joint. 4. Hold down the pad plate on the bell with your right hand, slide the bell section partially onto the joint. 2. Next, attach the mouthpiece onto the upper neck and then the mouthpiece/neck assembly into the upper joint. * Make sure the upper and lower bridge keys do not come into the upper joint. Assembly Alto Clarinet / Bass Clarinet Caution When Assembling As bridge ...
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Assembly ■ Attaching the Reed 1. First, place the reed so that the tip of the mouthpiece is seen over the end of the instrument effects its cap when the instrument is high. Neck ● Bass Clarinet After loosening the fastening screw, push in some water. Barrel When the pitch is low. ● Alto Clarinet Push in or pull out the neck to tune the alto clarinet. When the pitch is high. As the reed and mouthpiece are easily damaged, always keep the mouthpiece covered with its pitch, the instrument should first be warmed up before tuning by blowing air through it. ...
Assembly ■ Attaching the Reed 1. First, place the reed so that the tip of the mouthpiece is seen over the end of the instrument effects its cap when the instrument is high. Neck ● Bass Clarinet After loosening the fastening screw, push in some water. Barrel When the pitch is low. ● Alto Clarinet Push in or pull out the neck to tune the alto clarinet. When the pitch is high. As the reed and mouthpiece are easily damaged, always keep the mouthpiece covered with its pitch, the instrument should first be warmed up before tuning by blowing air through it. ...
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The joint sections especially collect moisture, which can cause cracking, so dry the joints carefully with gauze. ● After removing the reed, use the supplied cleaning swab to clean the inside of the mouthpiece. Also, use the swab to clean the inside of the main body and neck. * Even during playing sessions, remove moisture from the body interior as often as the keys. * To prevent damage to the end of the mouthpiece, do not pull the swab all the way through. * Always keep the cleaning swab clean and dry. 19 Instrument Maintenance ■ Instrument Maintenance After Playing After ...
The joint sections especially collect moisture, which can cause cracking, so dry the joints carefully with gauze. ● After removing the reed, use the supplied cleaning swab to clean the inside of the mouthpiece. Also, use the swab to clean the inside of the main body and neck. * Even during playing sessions, remove moisture from the body interior as often as the keys. * To prevent damage to the end of the mouthpiece, do not pull the swab all the way through. * Always keep the cleaning swab clean and dry. 19 Instrument Maintenance ■ Instrument Maintenance After Playing After ...
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Instrument Maintenance ■ Once or Twice a Month Maintenance ● Use a tone hole cleaner (sold separately) to remove any dirt from inside the tone holes or the spaces between the keys. * Be careful not to bend any parts. * Be careful not to damage the pads. ● Apply a small amount of key oil (sold separately) to the mechanism then move the keys to allow the oil to spread evenly. * Do not apply too much oil. * Completely remove any oil on key surfaces. 20
Instrument Maintenance ■ Once or Twice a Month Maintenance ● Use a tone hole cleaner (sold separately) to remove any dirt from inside the tone holes or the spaces between the keys. * Be careful not to bend any parts. * Be careful not to damage the pads. ● Apply a small amount of key oil (sold separately) to the mechanism then move the keys to allow the oil to spread evenly. * Do not apply too much oil. * Completely remove any oil on key surfaces. 20
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Troubleshooting The tone is not clear, or the instrument plays out of cork grease to the joint cork. At this case, take the instrument to your dealer for repair. ➞ Never apply excessive pressure to the keys. If the joint is tight, apply a small amount of tune. Apply key oil if the keys lack oil and are dry, and tighten screws that will apply pressure on the keys has fallen off . Also, since woodwind instruments have become loose. ➞ Apply key oil once a month (1-2 drops per location) to your dealer for repair. ➞ Take proper care of the instrument, etc....
Troubleshooting The tone is not clear, or the instrument plays out of cork grease to the joint cork. At this case, take the instrument to your dealer for repair. ➞ Never apply excessive pressure to the keys. If the joint is tight, apply a small amount of tune. Apply key oil if the keys lack oil and are dry, and tighten screws that will apply pressure on the keys has fallen off . Also, since woodwind instruments have become loose. ➞ Apply key oil once a month (1-2 drops per location) to your dealer for repair. ➞ Take proper care of the instrument, etc....
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Este documento se ha impreso en papel sin cloro alguno, con tinta de soja ECF ECF soy ink ECF 2428440 1111POCP-D0 XXXXXXXX Printed in Japan Ce document a été imprimé sur du papier non blanchi au chlore avec de l'encre d'huile de soja. Auf Umweltpapier mit Sojatinte gedruckt. This document is printed on chlorine free (ECF) paper with soy ink.