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General
advice on maintaining your instrument,
from our workshop
ALL wind instruments need some attention from time to time, so
regular servicing is a great idea. About once a year is normal for
a general service, this should include adjustments and lubrication
of all moving parts. Between services, you can do quite a bit yourself
by following the simple and quick procedures listed below:
Always dry your instrument after playing, rinse
the mouthpiece and remove any fingermarks or dust from the instrument
with a soft dry cloth.
Don't put any wet cleaning cloths into the case with
the instrument. Give them a while to try first or store them separately.
Leave the case open with the instrument inside occasionally to let
it air.
Avoid extremes of temperature and humidity - this
includes leaving an instrument in a car or near a window or heater.
Before picking up your case, make sure all clasps or zippers
are securely done up (and that the instrument is inside).
Don't put any loose items in the case with the instrument - use
the compartments provided or carry them separately (this includes
music books).
Move all slides, keys and valves of brass instruments on
a regular basis This keeps the oil on the parts where
it is needed
KEEP RECORDS OF ALL SERIAL NUMBERS AND NOTIFY
YOUR INSURANCE COMPANY OF THE SERIAL NUMBER, MAKE AND MODEL. OK,
this is not maintenance in the usual sense, but will help maintain
possession (you never know..)
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