Fender American Elite Stratocaster HSS Shawbucker Owners Manual - Page 23
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TION adjust the distance of the second-string saddle back from the first saddle, using the gauge of the second string as a measurement. For example, if the second string is .011" (0.3 mm), you would move the second-string saddle back .011" (0.3 mm) from the first saddle. Move the third saddle back from the second saddle using the gauge of the third string as a measurement. The fourth-string saddle should be set parallel with the second-string saddle. Proceed with the fifth and sixth saddles with the same method used for strings two and three. 3. TRUSS ROD The truss rod is the ingenious unseen device inside the neck that counteracts the bending force caused by string tension. An ideally adjusted neck will have a moderate amount of relief (curvature) in it to accommodate the vibrating strings. To adjust the truss rod, fasten a capo to the first fret; then fret the sixth string (low E) at the last fret. Then measure from the bottom of the string to the top of the 8th fret using the feeler gauge-the gap should be about .010". When you view the neck by sighting down it from the body end toward the headstock, you can see whether the neck is straight or bowed. Fender guitars use two kinds of truss rod adjustment mechanisms. One is accessible at the headstock and is adjusted using an Allen wrench; the other is accessible at the neck TIGHTEN joint and is adjusted using a Phillips head screwdriver. For both types, here's what to do: Adjustment at headstock (Allen wrench): If the neck curvature is too concave, (the guitar in playing position, looking up the neck towards the tuners) turn the truss rod adjustment nut counterclockwise. If 23