If you wish to use .011s or .012s, contact Parker Support via email at:
[email protected] or call us at (978) 988-0102 for
instructions on how to order the correct spring for these heavier
strings.
· CHANGING SPRINGS:
1.
Remove the back panel control cover.
2.
Loosen the Balance Wheel (down in front, clockwise) all the way.
3.
Select the UP (Balanced/Free-Floating) position for the Step-stop
switch.
4.
Swing the bar over the end of the body and push down as shown
until the spring falls out.
5.
Insert the new spring by placing either end of the spring into the
groove near the Balance Wheel.
6.
Insert the other side of the spring into one of the three grooves
near the bridge.
7.
Select the DOWN (Bend Down Only) position for the Step-Stop
switch.
8.
Tighten the Balance Wheel (up in front, counterclockwise) so that
the bridge rests against the Step-Stop.
9.
Retune the guitar while making sure that the bridge remains in the
HOME position against the Step-Stop (tighten the Balance Wheel
further if needed).
10.
Once the guitar is in pitch readjust the Balance Wheel (as
described earlier) and set the Step-Stop to your preferred setting.
WHICH GROOVE?
The guitars leave the factory set up for normal operation with the
spring in the groove closest to the back of the guitar. This groove is
best for extreme Vibrato Bar technique.
The second and third grooves will give a lighter Vibrato Bar feel but
reduce clearance for the spring inside the body. These grooves may
work best for more subtle Vibrato Bar use.
Choose the groove that's right for YOU.
OTHER FEATURES
Tuning Machines
We proudly use Sperzel
®
tuners - designed and
manufactured in the USA -
because they combine
excellent quality and design,
the best string locking
system, and minimum
weight. (Gold non-locking
Sperzels are used on the Fly
Jazz model.) Sperzel's
patented string clamp
eliminates the need for tying
and multiple string wraps,
greatly improving tuning
stability.
To remove a string, loosen the knurled clamp knob at the back of the
tuner. Before restringing, turn each tuner until the hole in the capstan
is parallel with the string path. Feed the string through, pull out the
slack, tighten the knurled clamp knob, and tune up.
Frets
Our patented fret and fingerboard consists of hardened stainless steel
frets bonded to a glass and carbon fiber fret board. Not only will these
unique frets outlast ordinary soft nickel frets, but due to our super-
accurate manufacturing processes, they all have the correct "half-
round" shape.
The frets may only be serviced at the Parker Guitar factory. Fret service
performed otherwise will void warranty.
Cleaning and Polishing
If you're just trying to remove fingerprints or dust, use a soft guitar-
polishing cloth. To remove fine scratches or clean heavy dirt, use a
non-abrasive guitar polish and follow the manufacturer's directions.
Please use products designed only for guitars, as some polishes
contain abrasives that can scratch the finish.
NOTE: Do not use fingerboard "lubricating" products such as "FingerEase
®
" or "FastFret
®
" on
your Fly as they may damage the fingerboard or frets and void the warranty.
LIMITED WARRANTY
There is a 1-year limited warranty beginning on the date of first customer purchase on all
unmodified and properly cared for Parker Guitars.
Any Parker Guitar found to be defective within the 1-year warranty period set forth above
will be repaired or replaced at the option of Parker Guitars provided the guitar is promptly
delivered (freight and insurance prepaid) directly to Parker Guitars for service.
Please contact Parker's Product Support office at (978) 988-0102 for information, return
authorization, and a Parker Work Order Number. Please visit the Parker Guitars website at
www.parkerguitars.com for more detailed warranty information.
Warranty Repairs Outside the U.S.
For warranty repairs outside the U.S. please contact either the dealer from whom you
purchased the guitar, or the Authorized Parker Distributor in your country for information
and assistance.
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SWING THE BAR OVER THE END OF THE BODY
PUSH DOWN
BRIDGE AT HOME
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