Yamaha Bassoon None Owner's Manual - Caution: Storing The Oboe

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Caution: Storing the Oboe

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Do not set down an assembled oboe so that 

its tone holes face down.

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The oboe features perhaps the most compli-

cated mechanism of all wind instruments. A 

subtle change in temperature or humidity 

or the slightest external pressure may dam-

age keys or pad balance or precipitate 

changes in key touch. We recommend that 

you take the instrument to your dealer for 

adjustment once every two or three months.

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Do not place any object in the case that 

might apply pressure to the keys.

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Do not apply excessive force to the instru-

ment or case.

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When you are not using the instrument, 

store it in its case and case cover. To protect 

the instrument from changes in tempera-

ture and humidity, store the case in a bag.

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Do not place the instrument in the vicinity 

of cooling or heating devices, such as air 

conditioners or heaters.

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