Cecilio flutes are precision made instruments and are tested at the factory.  Prior to shipping each instrument is inspected and adjusted by skilled technicians at our southern California distribution center. However, because flutes are fragile instruments they can get out of adjustment in the shipping process:  Keys can get bent, screws can come loose, or springs can become mis-aligned.  If this occurs, it may be necessary to have your flute adjusted by a local technician.

Getting Started

It is necessary to assemble, clean, and tune your new flute prior to playing.  Flutes are delicate instruments and can be damaged easily. Handle with care.  If you have a flute instructor, we recommend having your instructor assist you with assembling, cleaning and tuning your instrument for the first time.

If cannot wait for assistance, follow the steps below:

• Connect the foot joint to the main body with a gentle twisting motion.
• Align the post or foot joint with the middle of the D/F# key.
• Note:  Hold the main body at the top just above the first post where there are no keys with your left hand. Hold the foot joint lightly with the keys to your palm in a closed position.
• Attach the neck to the main body with the same gentle twisting motion.
• Align the lip plate with the C# key on the main body.

If you are experiencing difficulties connecting the foot joint and the neck joint to the main body, apply a small amount of cork grease (provided) to help ease the connection.

Tuning

• Pitch is affected by temperature,  warm the instrument before playing by blowing air through it.
• Use a chromatic tuner or piano.
• The tuning pitch for the flute is C
• Play a C on the piano or find it on your tuner.
• To tune, pull the head joint slightly away from the body. The length you pull the head joint out depends on individual preference and method of playing.

Maintenance

For your convenience a cleaning cloth is included with your Cecilio flute. We recommend that you use these products and the products contained in the Cecilio Flute Care Kit (Model C-FPCK) to maintain the condition of your flute.

It is important to disassemble and thoroughly clean the instrument after playing, especially prior to placing it in its case for storage between playing sessions. We recommend you follow the routine below to ensure  the instrument is kept in peak condition, and use the products contained in the Flute Care Kit (Model C-FPCK)

In addition to the steps described below, it is recommended that you take your flute to a skilled technician at least once a year to be serviced.

Cleaning the interior

• After playing, always insert the cleaning swab into your flute to remove moisture.
• After playing, clean the inside of the head joint and foot with a coil swab by pushing one end of swab into the head joint, turning back and forth to remove particles and moisture.

Cleaning the Pads

• Dry the pads by inserting a cleaning pad paper between it and the tone hole. Lightly press the key down and carefully pulling the paper away

Cleaning the exterior

• After each use, rub on the outside of your instrument with a polishing cloth to remove particles and fingerprints.
• Use a key brush once a week to remove dust or lint which accumulates around the post, springs and under key rods.
• Use a pipe cleaner on hard to reach surfaces.
• Apply a small amount of cork grease on joints to make assembly of your flute easier. Wipe off any excess.

Other helpful hints

• Avoid consuming fluids that contain sugar prior to playing.  If drinking or eating prior to playing, remember to rinse your mouth.
• Always use care when removing your flute from its case. Do not lift instrument by its keys.
• Always disassemble instrument when not in use.
• Always store your flute in its case to prevent damage

Cecilio Musical Instruments Warranty Information

The terms and conditions listed here will govern all warranty claims for Cecilio Musical Instruments products.

These terms and conditions cover all instruments manufactured and distributed by Cecilio Musical Instruments. There is no additional warranty, express or implied.

Cecilio Musical Instruments warrants its instruments to be free of defect in material and construction for 1-year from the date of purchase. Warranty excludes accessories and cases. Please see below for limitations and restrictions to this warranty. Cecilio Musical Instruments will, at its option, repair or replace any item found to have been defective in materials or manufacture under the terms stated here. Cecilio Musical Instruments shall be the sole arbiter of eligibility for warranty repair or replacement. Cecilio Musical Instruments liability is limited to repair or replacement of defective items.

To be eligible for warranty coverage, the original purchaser of the item must return the defective item, together with the original receipt of purchase, to Great Musical Instruments. Great Musical Instruments will then make arrangements with Cecilio Musical Instruments for repair or replacement of the defective item.

Cecilio Musical Instruments reserves the right to make changes to this warranty. The policies in place at the time of purchase will be honored.

Restrictions:

• 1-year warranty applies only to original purchaser of instrument
• Warranty does not cover strings, reeds, cases or other free accessories.
• Damage caused by neglect or misuse of instrument is not covered
• Delicate instruments are affected by climatic conditions. Exposure to excessive heat, cold, dryness, or moisture is considered neglect
• Instrument adjustment is not covered by this warranty.
• Normal wear caused by normal use of items is not covered by this warranty.
• Natural products, such as wood, cannot be guaranteed against cracking, seam separation, warping of fingerboard or chipping.