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Grizzly T33957 Owner's Manual

Solid fiddleback maple w/spruce front violin kit
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MODEL T33957
SOLID FIDDLEBACK MAPLE
w/SPRUCE FRONT VIOLIN KIT
OWNER'S MANUAL
(For models manufactured since 09/23)
COPYRIGHT © DECEMBER, 2023 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE
OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
#JM22928 PRINTED IN CHINA
V1.12.23
***Keep for Future Reference***

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  • Page 1 (For models manufactured since 09/23) COPYRIGHT © DECEMBER, 2023 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC. WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC. #JM22928 PRINTED IN CHINA V1.12.23...
  • Page 2 Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • Lead from lead-based paints. •...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ..........................2 Contact Info ..........................2 Manual Accuracy .........................2 Identification ..........................3 SECTION 1: SAFETY ........................4 SECTION 2: SETUP ......................... 5 Unpacking ...........................5 Planning & Preparation .......................5 Needed for Setup ........................5 Inventory ............................6 SECTION 3: SANDING ........................7 Body ............................7 Neck ............................7 Preparing to Finish ........................8...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Where could it be improved? website (grizzly.com) for an updated version. We Please take a few minutes to give us feedback. post current manuals and manual updates for free on our website.

  • Page 5: Identification

    Failure to do so could result in seri- operator injury. If normal safety precautions ous personal injury, damage to equipment, are overlooked or ignored, serious personal or poor work results. injury may occur. Model T33957 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 6: Section 1: Safety

    Do not underestimate the ability of these tools and machinery to cause injury. Never oper- ate any tool without all guards in place and always wear approved safety glasses. For your own safety, please heed this warning. Model T33957 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 7: Section 2: Setup

    Steel Ruler 18" ........... 1 your are completely satisfied with the instrument • Pencil ............1 and have resolved any issues between Grizzly or • Sandpaper #180, #240, #320 ..As Needed the shipping agent. You MUST have the original •...

  • Page 8: Inventory

    If you cannot find an item on this list, care- fully check around/inside the instrument and packaging materials. Often, these items get lost in packaging materials while unpacking or they are pre-installed at the factory. Model T33957 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 9: Section 3: Sanding

    Note: Mask neck to prevent damage while when sanding. sanding or filing. Squared Fingerboard Edges Neck & Neck Fingerboard Uneven Neck & Fingerboard Rounded Flush Fingerboard Figure 4. Shaping fingerboard. Model T33957 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 10: Preparing To Finish

    To prepare to finish: There are many resources (books, videos, web- Apply masking tape to top of neck, and trim sites) that discuss instrument finishing. Grizzly any tape overhang (see Figure 5). recommends consulting these sources before finishing your instrument.

  • Page 11: Section 4: Assembly

    Width of fingerboard should fit evenly along outside edges of neck. If fingerboard is slightly oversized, carefully file or sand until edges are flush. Refer to Neck on Page 7 for test fitting neck. Model T33957 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 12: Installing End-Pin

    ⁄ Test fit end-pin. turn. This will avoid removing too much mate- rial and end-pin fitting too loosely. Note: End-pin should not fit in hole at this point. -10- Model T33957 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 13: Installing Tuning Pegs

    Tip: For D & G holes, angle reamer slightly off center to left; for A & E holes, angle ream- er slightly off center to right. This will help Figure 11. Test fitting tuning pegs. maintain tension on strings while playing. -11- Model T33957 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 14: Adjusting Nut

    ⁄ " ⁄ " ⁄ " ⁄ " To adjust nut: Visually inspect nut to see if width is greater than fingerboard and neck. Figure 14. Diameter and spacing of strings. -12- Model T33957 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 15: Installing Tailpiece

    Use a pencil to mark where chin rest bracket contacts chin rest (see Figure 16). Tailgut End-pin Mark Here Figure 15. Tailgut wrapped around end-pin. Tailpiece Chin Rest Chin Rest Bracket End-Pin Figure 16. Marking chin rest for bracket installation. -13- Model T33957 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 16: Installing Bridge

    (see Figure 19). G-string E-string Location Location 10. Tighten chin rest bracket assembly until chin rest sits firmly on table top. Note: Do not overtighten bracket; this can Figure 20. Bridge location. damage violin body. -14- Model T33957 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 17: Installing Strings

    Move bridge side to side until contour matches top. Reduce thickness of bridge until top is 1.3mm thick, and base is 4mm thick (see Figure 22). Figure 23. Installing strings in proper position. -15- Model T33957 (Mfd. Since 09/23)
  • Page 18 A-String Fine forming this kind of tuning are widely avail- Tuner Knob able online and in publications. Grizzly rec- ommends consulting these resources if you Figure 25. String placed in tuner slot for A-string. intend to tune your violin by ear.
  • Page 19 Bow is now ready for use. Note: Using an electronic tuning device is recommended while performing this step. Turn fine tuner knobs clockwise to reach accurate pitch (see Figure 24 on Page 16). -17- Model T33957 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 20: Section 5: Accessories

    7" long. 5 to 15 seconds for a fast, permanent bond. Figure 29. H0927 Insta-Cure+ 2 oz. Figure 31. D2868 10 Pc. Needle Nose File Set. www.grizzly.com 1-800-523-4777 order online at or call -18- Model T33957 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 21: Section 6: Parts

    SECTION 6: PARTS We do our best to stock replacement parts when possible, but we cannot guarantee that all parts shown are available for purchase. Call (800) 523-4777 or visit www.grizzly.com/parts to check for availability. Main REF PART # DESCRIPTION...

  • Page 23: Warranty & Returns

    WARRANTY & RETURNS Grizzly Industrial, Inc. warrants every product it sells for a period of 1 year to the original purchaser from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence, accidents, repairs or alterations or lack of maintenance.

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