Yamaha TP-3123 Owner's Manual - Page 2

Precautions Always use the timpani in a safe manner. In order to prevent damage or injury, we urge you to carefully read and follow the instructions listed below. In the case of use by young children, we recommend proper guidance be given by a knowledgeable adult. Disregarding these warnings or misuse may result in death or personal injury. Warnings • Never place the timpani on unstable surfaces such as an unstable riser or sloped surface. The timpani may tip over or fall resulting in damage or injury. • Never lean on or climb on the instrument. It may overturn resulting in damage or injury. • Be careful around the instrument. Bumping into it may result in injury or cause it to overturn. Keep small children away from the instrument. • Never place your fingers or foot into the moving parts or the space under the pedal or base. Serious injury can result if fingers or feet become pinched. • When rolling the timpani on its casters, grip it by its frame and move it only on smooth, flat surfaces. 1. Do not move on sloping, rough, or gravel surfaces. 2. Do not run with the timpani. It may be difficult to stop the instrument which can cause injury or damage. • If the timpani must be carried, do so with two or more persons, make sure to grip the timpani by its lugs. Caution • Replace torn heads as soon as possible. The torn edge of the head is sharp and can cut hands or fingers. • When operating the pedal, do not touch the hoop, head, or tuning indicator. Fingers may become caught or pinched resulting in injury. Tuning bolt Head Hoop Tuning Indicator • Do not put your hands inside any of the parts of the timpani (inside the tuning indicator, base, lugs, etc.) • Do not use the mallet for anything besides playing the instrument. Do not allow children strike others with the mallet as it can cause injury or become damaged. 2