User manual YAMAHA VR3000

[. . . ] Modification to the instrument voids the warranty and may make repairs impossible. Do not throw or swing the instrument toward others. Keep oil, polish, etc. , out of reach of children ­ especially their mouths!Oils and polishes can be harmful or fatal if swallowed!out of reach of children and perform care and maintenance only when children are not present. [. . . ] · Never leave damp gauze or cloth in the case. The oboe is a very delicate instrument. Do not use it under the following conditions. Otherwise, damage to the body may result. Do not expose the instrument to: · · · · Direct sunlight for an extended period of time Rain or excessive humidity Heat sources, such as stoves or fan heaters Cool air, such as from an air-conditioner 14 Nomenclature Semi-automatic octave system Full-automatic octave system Upper Joint Upper Joint Lower Joint Lower Joint Bell Bell 15 Assembly and Tuning Before assembling the instrument, please observe the following: When holding and assembling the instrument, take care not to apply excessive force to the keys. Applying excessive force may bend the keys, resulting in unbalanced pads. When you assemble the instrument for the first time, you may have difficulty connecting the joints due to tightness. In this case, apply a thin coat of the included cork grease to the joint cork, and try again to connect the joints. If the joints still do not fit together smoothly, apply a thin coat of cork grease to the receiver side as well. When applying cork grease, be careful not to apply too much. Assembling the Oboe 1. Before assembling the oboe, apply a thin coat of cork grease to the joint cork and the entire circumference of the lower part of the reed tube. 2. Hold the bell in your right hand and check the position of the bridge key for the lower tube and the bell. Drastic changes in temperature or humidity can cause cracking. Do not expose the instrument to hot air (i. e. , as from a heater) or cold air (i. e. , as from an air-conditioner). Never try to warm up the inside of the instrument's body using your breath. Cannot assemble because the joints are too tight or too loose. The joint cork may have shrunk or expanded due to changes in temperature or humidity. If the joint is tight, apply a small amount of cork grease to the joint cork. If the joint is still tight, apply cork grease to the receiver side as well. When you finish playing, store the instrument in its case; do not leave it setting out. Proper application of cork grease offers some protection against wear. However, no one can completely prevent cork wear over time. Take the instrument to your dealer for repair. The keys are stiff. [. . . ] When you are not using the instrument, store it in its case and case cover. To protect the instrument from changes in temperature and humidity, store the case in a bag. Do not place the instrument in the vicinity of cooling or heating devices, such as air conditioners or heaters. 20 Maintenance Accessories for Your Oboe Polishing gauze Removes dirt from the instrument surface to restore the luster to the finish. Polishing cloth A soft, dense cloth suitable for polishing the instrument surface. [. . . ]