Yamaha YG-2500 Owner's Manual page 3

TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR INSTRUMENT
Please read the following instructions carefully before using your glockenspiel.
N Installation Location
Use or storage in the following locations may cause damage, even when packaged.
• In direct sunlight, such as near a window, or in a closed vehicle in daytime.
• Near heating devices or in other locations subject to excessive heat.
• In excessively cold environment.
• In places with excessive humidity or dust.
• Locations subject to vibrations.
N Handling
• Placing objects on or leaning against the instrument can damage the tone bars or the side frame.
This can also lead to the instrument falling over, etc. as described in the "Precautions" section. Never
do this as it is very dangerous.
• Do not use the glockenspiel's mallets on a vibraphone, metalphone, etc. It can dent the tone bars or
cause damage, which can result in poor pitch.
N Transporting the Instrument
• When transporting the disassembled instrument, remove the tone bars and resonator pipes from the
glockenspiel and wrap them in a soft blanket, etc. for transport.
• When moving the instrument with its casters, make sure you adjust the instrument's height to its
lowest level. This puts the instrument's center of gravity at a lower point for greater stability while
moving.
• The instrument is sensitive to impacts. Treat the instrument with care when moving. Never drop or
throw the instrument.
• If it is necessary to lift the instrument while moving it, always do so with at least two persons and
using both hands to hold the side frames or legs. The instrument weighs about 36 kilograms.
N Maintenance
• The tone bars should be polished from time to time using a soft and dry cloth. Never use thinner or
benzene or a wet cloth for cleaning purpose.
N Keep This Manual for Future Reference
• After reading, make sure to keep the manual in a safe place.
• When assembling/disassembling the instrument, make sure to follow the procedure outlined in this
manual. Assembly in the wrong order can cause the pipes to drop which may result in an injury,
impair the performance functionality of the instrument or cause noise.
• After final adjustment of the legs the fixing screws must be tightened securely to prevent loosening.
Looseness may cause the instrument to shift during performance and can also cause noise and
other problems. Retighten the screws from time to time.
Assembly Cautions
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