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Appendix
Adjusting the Head Tension
1. Use the included hex wrench to loosen the locking 
screw (counterclockwise). Use caution, as operating 
the tension adjustment screw without loosening the 
locking screw may damage the instrument.
Counterclockwise:
loosen the screw. 
2. Use the included hex wrench to adjust the tension.
Clockwise:
Increases the tension. 
Counterclockwise:
Decreases the tension. 
* Adjust the tension without letting the tension adjustment screw come 
out.
* If the tension is too loose, this may make the strike points harder to 
detect. Increase the tension if the playing feel is not quite right.
* If there is no gap between the protrusions on the pad, the tension cannot 
be increased any further. Do not overtighten the parts—this may damage 
them.
Gap between the protrusions on the pad
3. Tighten the locking screw (clockwise) to secure the 
tension adjustment screw.
Clockwise:
Tighten.