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Care and Maintenance of the Trombone
 

The Trombone consists of six parts:

   1.The Mouthpiece
   2.The Slide Lock
   3.The Slide Section( Inner/Outer)
   4.The Bell Nut
   5.The Bell Section
   6.The Tuning Slide

Special Note: It is important that the Slide remain locked whenever the Trombone is not being played. Be sure the Slide is
locked and will not move PRIOR to assembly. This will prevent damage to the Slide Section.

HOW TO ASSEMBLE THE TROMBONE

   1.Sit in a chair. Place the Trombone case in front of you and open it.
   2.Pick up the Bell Section with the left hand about six inches from the bottom("A"). Pick up the Slide section with the right
     hand at point "B". Hold these two sections VERTICALLY and fit them together. Align these sections so that the top of
     the Slide is approximately two inches from the Bell as indicated at right. Tighten the Nut with the right hand while holding
     the Trombone in the left hand.
   3.Continue holding the Trombone with the left hand at holding point "B and take the mouthpiece with the right hand and
     GENTLY twist it into the Mouthpiece Receiver. Be sure you do NOT hit the Mouthpiece with the palm of your hand.

HOW TO DISASSEMBLE THE TROMBONE

   1.Be sure the Slide is locked.
   2.Follow the procedures the assemble the Trombone IN REVERSE, placing each section in the case.

HOW TO CARE FOR THE TROMBONE

The player should be encouraged to develop habits that lead him/her to cleaning. There are procedures the player MUST do
BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER playing the Trombone. We will review each:

I. Before Playing

   1.The Slide Section. There are two (2) methods of lubricating the Slide Section. The first simply uses Slide oil. The second
     method of lubricating the Slide uses cold cream, water and usually an additive for faster slide action. This second method
     should be shown to the student in the presence of a teacher. Generally speaking the second method is for more
     advanced students.
   2.Check the Tuning Slide to see that it moves and is well greased. If it appears the Slide needs grease, remove it, grease it
     and put it back in to the Trombone. The first time this is done should be done in the presence of a teacher who will show
     you how to use the PROPER amount of tuning slide grease.

II. During Playing Maintenance

   1.If the slide action becomes sluggish during playing, repeat the process as described above for lubricating the Slide. No
     other maintenance should be necessary while you are using the instrument.

III. The Conclusion of Use

   1.Remove excess oil and water condensation from the INSIDE of the Trombone by using the Water Keys.
   2.Gently polish the Trombone with a cleaning cloth designed for lacquer and/or silver surfaces. This may be obtained
     through your Music Dealer.

IN GENERAL

   1.When you have concluded practice or use of the Trombone, be sure the Mouthpiece is removed and placed in the
     section of the case designed to hold it securely in place. Not putting your Mouthpiece in the proper place can result in its
     moving about the case causing damage to the Trombone.
   2.NEVER try to remove a stuck Mouthpiece or slide on your own. ALWAYS consult your teacher or music dealer or
     damage will result.
   3.A complete cleaning of the Trombone is necessary every month. This is a very detailed process and should be described
     to your child one step at a time by the teacher. DO NOT ATTEMPT a detailed, thorough cleaning of the inside of the
     Trombone without a teachers help.