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Balance Rail Studs
When regulated correctly, the balance rail studs
(glide bolts) should just touch the keybed, but not
lift the balance rail. Knock on the tops of the keys
while turning the screw, lowering the studs just far
enough to stop the knocking noise. Then lift up on
the hammer rail with one hand while knocking on
the tops of the keys with the other hand. Check for
even pressure for each of the studs.
For left side stud, push Una Corda Pedal slightly to
check.
Start by setting the stud at the tenor break (just
above the bass section), then set the bass end and
recheck the tenor break stud again. Then move
towards the treble (right) side, re-checking the
previous stud each time.
Then re-check them again with the damper pedal
pressed down.
Finally, adjust the 1 or 2 hidden studs underneath
using pliers or 12mm wrench.
A long straightedge can be used to set the hidden
balance rail studs.
Finally recheck all the studs using the knock test
from above.