Yamaha TP-126C, TP-123C, TP-129C User Manual

TIMPANI

TP-100C Series

TP-123C / TP-126C / TP-129C

Owner’s Manual

Thank you for purchasing a Yamaha Timpani.

Please read through this manual carefully as it contains important information about your instrument’s care.

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						TP-123C: 11kg
						TP-126C: 12kg
						TP-129C: 13kg
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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.

•Make sure that all three legs are adjusted to the same length and the surface of the head is parallel to the fl oor. Tilting the head too far may result in the timpani falling over.

Make sure that the surface of the head is parallel with the fl oor.

•Make sure that the timpani is carried by at least two persons whenever transporting the timpani.

*The approximate weights of the timpani are given below.

TP-123C: 11kg

TP-126C: 12kg

TP-129C: 13kg

•Earthquakes can cause the timpani to move or overturn. Keep away from the timpani during earthquakes.

Caution

• Replace torn heads as soon as possible. The torn edge of the head is sharp and can cut hands or fi ngers.

•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.

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