Cleaning The Interior; Cleaning The Pads; Cleaning The Exterior; Other Helpful Hints - Cecilio Saxophone Owner's Manual

Remove the reed from the mouthpiece by loosening the ligature and sliding it off. Gently dry the reed with a clean
cloth and place it in a reed holder.

Cleaning the interior

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After playing always insert your cleaning swab into your instrument to remove moisture.
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After each use rub the outside of the mouthpiece with a soft cloth then scrub the inside of your mouthpiece
with a mouthpiece brush. You can use lukewarm water and mild soap. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a
soft cloth.
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Use a neck snake once a week to remove particles and moisture from the neck of your saxophone. Run the
brush end through the neck to remove particles. Use the cotton swab end to remove any residue and/or
moisture.

Cleaning the Pads

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Dry the pads by inserting cleaning pad paper between it and the tone hole. Lightly press the key down and
carefully pull the paper away

Cleaning the exterior

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After each use, rub on outside of your instrument to remove particles and fingerprints. Rub briskly to
return finish to its fine luster.
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Use a key brush once a week to remove dust or lint that accumulates around post and springs and under
key rods.
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Use a pipe cleaner on hard to reach areas.
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Apply small amounts of cork grease on neck cork to maintain the quality of the cork and to make
mouthpiece assembly easy. Remember to always remove your mouthpiece when not in use.

Other helpful hints

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Avoid fluids that contain sugar prior to playing. If drinking or eating prior to playing rinse out your
mouth.
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Remove your trumpet from its case by lifting it from the lead pipe and bell
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Always remove the mouthpiece from your trumpet when not in use
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Always store your trumpet in its case when not in use to prevent damage
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Your instrument is a valuable item and should be treated with respect. By following the guidelines above
your instrument should provide you and your listeners with years of enjoyment
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If you remain uncertain after reading these guidelines on how to assemble and clean you're Cecilio
Trumpet, seek advice at your local music store or from a music teacher.
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Damage caused by incorrect assembly and/or inappropriate handling will not be covered by the warranty.

Cecilio Musical Instruments Warranty Information

The terms and conditions listed here will govern all warranty claims for Cecilio Musical Instruments products.
These terms and conditions cover all instruments manufactured and distributed by Cecilio Musical Instruments.
There is no additional warranty, express or implied.
Cecilio Musical Instruments warrants its instruments to be free of defect in material and construction for 1-year
from the date of purchase. Warranty excludes accessories and cases. Please see below for limitations and
restrictions to this warranty. Cecilio Musical Instruments will, at its option, repair or replace any item found to
have been defective in materials or manufacture under the terms stated here. Cecilio Musical Instruments shall be