Precautions - Yamaha TP-7300R Series Owner's Manual

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WARNING
Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from
damages or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following:
Handling caution
• Never lean on or climb on the instrument. It may overturn
resulting in damage or injury.
• Be careful around the instrument. Bumping into it may
result in injury or cause it to overturn. Keep small children
away from the instrument.
• Never place your fingers or feet into the spaces
underneath the pedal, the base portion of the instrument,
or between moving parts such as the casters. Serious
injury can result if fingers or feet become pinched.
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PRECAUTIONS

Transporting/Setup
• Never place the timpani on unstable surfaces such as an
unstable riser or sloped surface. The timpani may tip over
or fall resulting in damage or injury.
• When rolling the timpani on its casters, grip it by its frame
and move it only on smooth, flat surfaces.
1. Do not move on sloping, rough, or gravel surfaces.
2. Do not run with the timpani. It may be difficult to stop
• If the timpani must be carried, do so with two or more
people, make sure to grip the timpani by its frame.
• Except for when moving the instrument, always engage
the brakes on both main casters and the auxiliary brake
on the pedal caster. Not engaging the brakes can result in
the instrument falling over or moving resulting in injury.
• Stop using the instrument immediately if you notice
any abnormality in the pedal caster auxiliary brake. The
instrument can move or fall over causing injury.
• The pedal caster and main casters are consumable parts.
If you notice any abnormalities stop using the instrument
and replace the casters with new ones. The instrument
can move or fall over causing injury.
the instrument which can cause injury or damage.
Main caster
Brake
ON
Pedal caster
Auxiliary Brake