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Handling the Instrument
The instrument is made of a thin metal so please handle it with care. Do not apply any
excessive force to the instrument, or bump it in a manner that will dent or damage it.
Before You Play
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Attaching the Screw-On Bell
When attaching the screw-on bell, always hold the
bell by its mid section and assemble. Do not over-
tighten.
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Lubrication
Oiling the Rotors
1.
While holding the levers down, remove the
valve slides then apply rotor oil to the rotors
as shown in the illustration below (a few drops
per rotor).
2.
Move the levers so that the oil is spread evenly.
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Attaching the Mouthpiece
Gently insert the mouthpiece into the mouthpipe.
* Never force the mouthpiece into the mouthpipe.
The mouthpiece may become stuck in the mouth-
pipe.
* Apply oil if the lever does not work
smoothly.
* When applying oil, do not let the oil mix with the
slide grease adhering to the valve slide’s interior.