Yamaha YAS-26 Owners Manual - Page 5

Assembly Before Assembling the Instrument Since the walls of the saxophone's body are thin, it is important to remember not to put too much pressure on the instrument in any particular position when holding it. Also, be careful not to damage the instrument by using excessive force during assembly or while handling. ■ Assembling the Instrument 1. Attach the mouthpiece to the neck. Hold the mouthpiece and push it about 3/4 of the way onto the neck cork using a slow twisting motion. * If it is difficult to attach the mouthpiece, apply a little cork grease on the neck cork. Be careful not to use excessive force, which may damage the instrument. 3. After aligning the neck, tighten the neck screw to secure it. Neck Screw 4. Moisten the end of the reed in your mouth (or in some water). 2. Attach the neck to the body. Loosen the neck screw, hold the neck then insert it directly into the neck receiver using a slow twisting motion. * If it is difficult to insert into the neck receiver, apply a little cork grease on the neck's joint section. 13