[. . . ] B) To reduce tension, rotate the Spring Tension Knob to the right (Fig. To increase tension, slide the Spring Tension Knob up, to decrease tension, slide the Spring Tension Knob down. [. . . ] To increase tension, slide the Spring Tension Knob up, to decrease tension, slide the Spring Tension Knob down. Spring Tension Adjustment Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Yamaha Hi-Hat Stand. Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before use. t Footboard Stabilizer Rod The Footboard stabilizer rod should attach to holes in the frame at the bottom of the hi-hat base. Spring Tension Knob (Fig. A) (Fig. B) (Fig. C) y Spur The large heavy-duty rubber feet prevent unwanted movement of the hi-hat stand during playing conditions. These spurs can be extended as needed by adjusting the turn screws provided on either side of the frame base. Hi-Hat Shaft Hi-Hat Clutch Cymbal Support Plate CAUTION · To prevent the Hi-Hat Stand from coming loose during performance, tighten all securing bolts and adjustment bolts firmly. lithium grease) to all of the moving parts as needed. u Leg Position Adjustment Leg · Leg q Cymbal Support Plate To install the bottom hi-hat cymbal, remove the hi-hat clutch assembly and place the cymbal on the felt washer on the cymbal support plate. The lock nuts on the top of the clutch can adjust the feel and sound of the hi hat cymbals. To obtain a loose sound, open the nuts off of the felt; for a tight sound, close the nuts onto the felt. Once the desired sound has been obtained, tighten firmly the lock nuts onto each other. Note: To maintain smooth action, occasionally apply some grease-grade oil to all of the moving parts. Be careful not to use excessive force when tightening the extender base nut as this may damage the nylon bushing inside the tube. Cymbal Support Plate Felt Fiber Clutch Bolt Wing Bolt Lock Nut Felts Spring Tension Knob Hi-Hat Clutch B Footboard Spur Footboard Stabilizer Rod e Position Clamp Once the bottom hi-hat cymbal height has been decided, the position clamp can be used to mark the settings for future set ups and to prevent unintentional changes during musical performances. [. . . ] Once the desired sound has been obtained, tighten firmly the lock nuts onto each other. Note: To maintain smooth action, occasionally apply some grease-grade oil to all of the moving parts. Be careful not to use excessive force when tightening the extender base nut as this may damage the nylon bushing inside the tube. [. . . ]