Do not chew gum, eat or drink immediately before a session. Food particles, sugar and other foreign objects may become difficult to dislodge, resulting in poor performance and permanent damage to instrument. A dry cloth designed for silver finishes should be used often to remove smudges and hand oils. Make sure each corked joint is properly lubricated. Corks must be kept moist to insure proper instrument performance and prevent damage.
Check corks on a weekly basis and re-apply cork grease as needed.
Gently twist sections together as you push. Never tap into place. Failure to keep pads moisture free will promote warping and cause instrument to leak air resulting in poor performance and high repair costs. Do not chew gum, eat or drink immediately before a session. Food particles, sugar and other foreign particles may become difficult to dislodge, resulting in poor performance and permanent damage to instrument.