User manual YAMAHA 5HP-1999

[. . . ] · Excessively high or low temperatures. · Excessively high or low humidity. · Excessive dust or strong vibration. [. . . ] · Avoid leaving the instrument in a car for any extended period of time. Extreme temperatures, such as during the summer and winter months, can be harmful to both the instrument and bow. · To clean the instrument, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Also, never use spray insecticides in the vicinity of the instrument. Doing so may result in damage to, or a change in the condition of the instrument. · Prior to shipping the instrument has been adjusted and is ready for use. However, should you feel that additional adjustments are needed please contact your local Yamaha dealer, as some alterations require specialist skills. Owner's Manual Thank you for purchasing this fine Yamaha instrument. · Always loosen the hair on the bow when the bow is not used. Rotate the button to adjust the bow hair tension. About end pin (Cello only) · The end pin is pointed. Please be careful when using the exposed end pin. · Make sure the end pin stopper is secured firmly to prevent the instrument from falling while you play. End Pin Stopper End Pin Rubber Foot About the Case (15/15. 5/16/16. 5 viola sizes only) · The case is equipped with an adjustable divider that adapts to the size of your viola for better storing. To adjust, loosen screw "A" and reposition the divider. Once adjusted, firmly tighten the screw. Do not force the divider when repositioning. Divider Screw A Stringing the strings on the tailpiece At the tailpiece, hook the string's ball end onto the fine tuner's notch. [Viola] Fine Tuner's notch Ball End Fine tuner String Checking the Bridge's Position While tuning or changing the strings, check the position and angle of the bridge. [. . . ] [Viola] Fine Tuner's notch Ball End Fine tuner String Checking the Bridge's Position While tuning or changing the strings, check the position and angle of the bridge. [Viola] Make sure the strings are seated in their corresponding notches on the bridge. C4 G3 D2 A1 [Cello] Make sure the strings are seated in their corresponding notches on the bridge. [. . . ]