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1. Wrap a cleaning rod with gauze so that no metal is exposed. * Exposed metal can damage the instrument. 2. Remove dirt from the inside of the valve casings. * In models that are equipped with valve springs under the valves, remove the springs from the valve casing before cleaning. 3. Use the gauze to remove dirt from the pistons. 4. After applying valve oil, gently return the piston to its corresponding valve casing. At this time, make sure that the valve guide properly fits into the notch. After firmly tightening the valve cap, move the piston up and down a few times to distribute the oil evenly. * Do not apply too much oil. * Make sure that the number stamped on the valve casing matches the number stamped on the piston. The piston is the most important part of the instrument. Never treat the pistons roughly, drop the piston, or let the piston fall, etc. If the piston becomes damaged or dented, never return it to the valve casing. Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the instrument. . Rotor and valve casing maintenance As done before and after playing, apply some rotor spindle oil to the rotors and valve casing. Also, apply some lever oil to the lever shaft. Cleaning rod Gauze Maintenance 30 . Valve slide maintenance 1. Wrap a cleaning rod with gauze so that no bare metal is exposed. * Exposed metal can result in damage to the instrument. 2. Remove dirt from the inside of the inner and outer sections of the valve slide. 3. Use the gauze to remove dirt from the valve slide’s surface then apply a little slide grease to the surface of the inner section of the valve slide. 4. Slide the valve slide in and out a few times to distribute the grease evenly. . Other maintenance Use a fine gauze to carefully clean those places that are difficult to clean such as the backsides of slides, etc. Always store the instrument in its case when taking a break, during transport, and after playing. Always remove and disassemble the mouthpipe assembly before placing the sousaphone or marching tuba series instruments in their case. About the mouthpiece The mouthpiece that is supplied with your instrument is a standard mouthpiece. The mouthpiece is designed to fit into the mouthpiece receiver without being loose. Do not treat the mouthpiece roughly, drop, or damage the mouthpiece, etc. Cleaning rod Gauze Maintenance * Reverse the left and right sides of the illustration when placing front action instruments in their cases. 31 ¦ Twice Yearly Maintenance . Cleaning the instrument 1. Make a brass soap water solution. Prepare a brass soap water solution using between 10 to 15 parts warm water (30° C to 40° C) and 1 part brass soap. Before putting the instrument into the soap water solution, remove the pistons, valve casing parts, and slide valves. 2. With the instrument removed from the water, apply some soap water solution to a flexible cleaner and use the cleaner to clean the inside of the instrument’s pipes. 3. After cleaning the instrument, use clean water to th...
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