U.S. Guitar Kits Cutaway, Руководство по сборке

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Main Objective:
Complete all fretting steps including installation and dressing as well as
shaping the neck.
Step Nineteen - Fretting the Fingerboard
The fretting process is where each fret is carefully hammered into place.
1) Use a small triangular file in the fret slots to break the edge and
create relief.
JUST BREAK THE EDGE!!
Important Note:
Clean the fret slots by running a thin knife or
saw, being careful not to expand the width of the fret slot.
Important Note: Sight the edge of the fingerboard and a fret tang.
Check to make sure that the fret slots are cut deep enough to accept
the tang. If a slot is not deep enough, use the Japanese saw to
deepen the slots.
2) Position the neck securely on a bench, supporting the area where
you will hammer the fret. Gently but firmly hammer the fret by
taping the ends to get it started and alternate hits on each end and
moving toward the middle until the fret is tight to the fingerboard.
You will hear and feel a noticeable difference when the fret is
completely seated.
Note: Below are two simple to make jigs for fretting. The first one allows
you to have solid support directly underneath the fret you’re working on.
The second jig gives full support on the high end of the fingerboard while
hammering these frets. Notice in both applications, the jig is sitting directly
on the bench and not on the foam mat. Otherwise, you’ll never be able to
fully seat the fret.