The precautions given below concern the proper and safe use of the instrument, and are to pro-
tect you and others from any damage or injuries. Please follow and obey these precautions.
If children are using the instrument, a guardian should clearly explain these precautions to the child and make
sure they are fully understood and obeyed. After reading this manual, please keep it in a safe place for future
reference.
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Do not throw or swing the instrument around, or in the direction of others.
This is dangerous. Parts of the instrument may become detached hitting others. Always treat the instrument with care.
Keep oils, polishes, and other such substances out of children's mouths and reach of children. Also, perform
instrument maintenance in an area away from children.
Keep the oil, polish, etc., out of children's reach and do maintenance when children are not present.
Take care not to touch the needle springs during maintenance.
These springs have sharp ends and are particularly found on high-end models to provide enhanced key action.
Pay attention to temperature, humidity, etc.
Do not expose the instrument to heat sources such as heaters, etc. Also, avoid using or storing the instrument in places
where it may be exposed to abnormal temperatures, humidity, etc. Doing so may damage the balance of key connections,
and pad alignment, which can be the source of trouble when playing.
Protect the instrument from damage.
Placed on an unstable surface the instrument can drop resulting in damage. Pay close attention to where the instrument is
placed.
Never modify the instrument.
Doing so will void the warranty and may result in irreparable damage.
Bassoon
Owner's Manual
Precautions
Caution
Please read before using
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Disobeying the points indicated with this mark may
lead to damage or injury.
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