Suzuki Music Master Class Series User Manual

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5. WHEN YOU HAVE FINISHED PLAYING YOUR FLUTE
• Locate the cleaning Rod, Cleaning Cloth
and Polishing Cloth in the Flute Case.
• Take a corner of the Cleaning Cloth
and put it through the open end of the
Cleaning rod as shown.
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BE CAREFUL!
Gently handle the Flute sections.
Do NOT put a lot of pressure on
the Keys.
Do NOT push the Cleaning Rod
into the Head Joint Cap.
All the parts of your Flute should
fi t easily into the case. Do NOT
close the lid if you feel any
pressure.
Your new Flute should now
look like this.
Have fun!
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Be careful when handling your Flute. It is a delicate
instrument.
DO
Use a SMALL amount of Tenon Grease, but only once
per week.
DO
Carefully clean each fl ute section each time you play
your Flute.
DO
Use a gentle back and forth motion when putting
together or taking apart your Flute sections.
DO
Replace the 2 plastic End Caps back on the Middle and
Head Joints after use.
DO
Put each section back in the correct compartment in
the Case.
DO’S DON’TS
DON’T
Force the sections into the Case.
DON’T
Close the lid if it seems diffi cult.
DON’T
Eat while playing.
DON’T
Turn the Flute sections around and around.
DON’T
Press hard on the keys or rods when handling them.
DON’T
Force the Cleaning Rod into any of your Flute
Sections.
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• Remove the Head Joint using a gentle
back and forth motion. Set is aside.
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• Insert the Cleaning Rod with attached
Cleaning Cloth into the Head Joint. Pull
it back and forth 3 or 4 times. Do NOT
put the Cleaning Rod all the way into the
Head Joint. It is not open on the far end.
Place the plastic End Cap back on the
Head Joint and put it back in the Case.
• Separate the Middle Joint and the Foot
Joint using a a gentle back and forth
motion. Do NOT trun the instrument
sections around and around.
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• Insert the Cleaning Rod and Cloth
into both the Middle Joint and Foot
Joint. Pull it back and forth a few
times. Put the plastic End Cap back
on the Middle Joint and put both
sections back in the Case.
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Assembly, Care & Maintenance Guide
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Assembly, Care & Maintenance Guide
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Suzuki Music Master Class Series Specifications

General

Brand	Suzuki Music
Model	Master Class Series
Category	Musical Instrument
Language	English

Summary

STOP! Read This First Before You Assemble Your Flute

Did You Know This?

Information about the Suzuki Corporation, its history in musical instruments, and the flute's playability.

Precise and Delicate Instrument Handling

Emphasizes careful handling due to small, intricate parts and recommends teacher guidance for assembly.

Getting Good Quickly

Advises on the importance of private teachers for rapid improvement and mastering the instrument.

1. UNPACKING YOUR NEW FLUTE

Position and Open the Flute Case

Instructions on correctly orienting and opening the protective flute case to access the instrument.

Unwrap Flute Sections Carefully

Guidance on removing protective wrapping and foam tabs from the flute parts to prevent damage.

2. FLUTE PARTS AND ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW

Carrying Case Contents

Identifies the three main sections of the flute found inside the carrying case.

Included Accessories

Lists the essential accessories provided with the new Suzuki flute.

Assembled Flute Appearance

Illustrates the final appearance of the fully assembled flute for user reference.

4. HOW TO PUT YOUR NEW FLUTE TOGETHER

Prepare Joints with Grease and Caps

Instructions on applying tenon grease and handling protective caps for flute assembly.

Attach Head Joint to Middle Joint

Step-by-step guide for connecting the head joint and middle joint correctly with gentle motion.

Attach Foot Joint to Middle Joint

Instructions for connecting the foot joint to the assembled middle and head joints.

5. WHEN YOU HAVE FINISHED PLAYING YOUR FLUTE

Prepare Cleaning Supplies

Steps to prepare the cleaning rod and cloth for post-playing maintenance.

Disassemble Flute Sections

Guidance on gently separating the flute's main sections after playing.

Clean Flute Sections

Instructions for cleaning each flute section using the cleaning rod and cloth.

Care & Maintenance Summary

Essential Do's

Key positive actions for maintaining the flute's condition and playability.

Important Don'ts

Crucial negative actions to avoid to prevent damage or issues with the flute.