Grizzly T33957 User manual

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MODEL T33957
SOLID FIDDLEBACK MAPLE
w/SPRUCE FRONT VIOLIN KIT
OWNER'S MANUAL
(For models manufactured since 09/23)

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and
other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints.
• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products.
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you
do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
Work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equip-
ment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter
out microscopic particles.

INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................... 2
Contact Info.................................................................................................................................2
Manual Accuracy.........................................................................................................................2
Identification ................................................................................................................................3
SECTION 1: SAFETY....................................................................................................................... 4
SECTION 2: SETUP ......................................................................................................................... 5
Unpacking ...................................................................................................................................5
Planning & Preparation ...............................................................................................................5
Needed for Setup ........................................................................................................................5
Inventory......................................................................................................................................6
SECTION 3: SANDING .................................................................................................................... 7
Body ............................................................................................................................................7
Neck ............................................................................................................................................7
Preparing to Finish ......................................................................................................................8
Finishing ......................................................................................................................................8
SECTION 4: ASSEMBLY.................................................................................................................. 9
Installing Fingerboard..................................................................................................................9
Installing End-Pin ......................................................................................................................10
Installing Tuning Pegs ...............................................................................................................11
Adjusting Nut.............................................................................................................................12
Installing Tailpiece .....................................................................................................................13
Installing Chin Rest ...................................................................................................................13
Installing Bridge.........................................................................................................................14
Installing Strings........................................................................................................................15
SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES ......................................................................................................... 18
SECTION 6: PARTS ....................................................................................................................... 19
Main...........................................................................................................................................19
WARRANTY & RETURNS.............................................................................................................. 21
Table of Contents

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Contact Info
INTRODUCTION
Manual Accuracy
We are proud to provide a high-quality owner's
manual with your new instrument!
We made every effort to be exact with the instruc-
tions, specifications, drawings, and photographs
in this manual. Sometime we make mistakes, but
our policy of continuous improvement also means
that sometimes the instrument you receive is
slightly different than shown in the manual.
If you find this to be the case, and the difference
between the manual and instrument leaves you
unsure or confused about something, check our
website (grizzly.com) for an updated version. We
post current manuals and manual updates for free
on our website.
Alternatively, you can call our Technical Support
for help. Before calling, gather all material and
instructions that came with your instrument for
easy reference. This will make providing you
proper technical support much easier. It also will
help us determine if updated documentation is
available for your instrument.
We stand behind our instruments! If you have
questions or need help, contact us using the infor-
mation below. Before contacting, make sure you
gather all the information regarding your instru-
ment. This will aid us in helping you faster.
Grizzly Technical Support
1815 W. Battleeld
Springeld, MO 65807
Phone: (570) 546-9663
Email: techsupport@grizzly.com
We want your feedback on this manual. What did
you like about it? Where could it be improved?
Please take a few minutes to give us feedback.
Address your concerns or recommendations to:
Grizzly Documentation Manager
P.O. Box 2069
Bellingham, WA 98227-2069
Email: manuals@grizzly.com
NOTICE
WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND that you read
books, review industry trade magazines,
or get formal training before beginning
any projects. Regardless of the content in
this Manual, Grizzly Industrial will not be
held liable for accidents caused by lack of
training.

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Identification
Become familiar with the names and locations of the features shown below to better understand the
instructions in this manual.
Hair
Scroll
Bow
Purfling
Tailpiece
Chin
Rest
Table/Top
Bridge
Neck
Peg Box
Pegs
Fingerboard
F-Hole
Back
Strings
Nut
Screw
There is potential danger when operating
woodworking machinery. Accidents are fre-
quently caused by lack of familiarity or fail-
ure to pay attention. Use any machines with
respect and caution to decrease the risk of
operator injury. If normal safety precautions
are overlooked or ignored, serious personal
injury may occur.
No list of safety guidelines can be com-
plete. Every shop environment is different.
Always consider safety first, as it applies
to your individual working conditions. Use
tools and any machinery with caution and
respect. Failure to do so could result in seri-
ous personal injury, damage to equipment,
or poor work results.

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SECTION 1: SAFETY
Always wear safety glasses or goggles when operating equipment. Everyday glasses or reading glass-
es are not safety glasses. Be certain the safety glasses you wear meet the appropriate standards of
the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
Because there are various ways to cut and join wood, you can make substitutions for the methods
stated in this plan. We try to suggest the easiest methods possible. However, only you know your skills
with each piece of machinery. Never compromise your safety by using a cutting method with which you
are not comfortable. Instead, find an alternative approach that will yield the same result.
These instructions assume that you are intimately familiar with the safe operation and use of woodwork-
ing machinery and woodworking tools, and understand the techniques used to reproduce this project.
If you do not qualify for both of these criteria, STOP building this project for your own safety. Read and
understand the owner’s manual for the machinery you intend to use, take a woodworking class or visit
your local library for more information. Woodworking machinery and tools are inherently dangerous,
because they use sharp edges that can and will cause serious personal injury including amputation
and death. Do not underestimate the ability of these tools and machinery to cause injury. Never oper-
ate any tool without all guards in place and always wear approved safety glasses. For your own safety,
please heed this warning.

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SECTION 2: SETUP
Needed for SetupUnpacking
The following items are needed, but not included,
for the setup/assembly of this instrument.
Description Qty
• Safety Glasses ........................................... 1
• NIOSH-Approved Respirator...................... 1
• Steel Ruler 18" ........................................... 1
• Pencil.......................................................... 1
• Sandpaper #180, #240, #320 .... As Needed
• Sandpaper #800, #1000, #1200. As Needed
• Fine Tooth Saw (Coping)............................ 1
• Hobby Knife or Razor Blade ...................... 1
• Power Drill w/Depth Stop ........................... 1
• Drill Bit Set ................................................. 1
• Tap/Drill Set #6-32 NC ............................... 1
• T-Handle Reamer....................................... 1
• Pin Hole Reamer 1:30................................ 1
• Half Round Needle File.............................. 1
• Needle Nose File Set ................................. 1
• Hex Wrench 1.5mm.................................... 1
• Microfiber Cloth/Towel ................................ 1
• Masking or Painter's Tape.......... As Needed
• Small Clamps ............................. As Needed
• Disposable Gloves ..................... As Needed
• Wood Glue ................................. As Needed
• Finishing Supplies ...................... As Needed
• Tack Cloth................................... As Needed
• Lint-Free Rags............................ As Needed
• Drill Press (Optional) .................................. 1
• Binding Tape (Optional).............. As Needed
• Super Glue or Threadlocker (Optional)...... 1
• Electronic Tuning Device/App (Optional) ... 1
This instrument was carefully packaged for safe
transport. When unpacking, separate all enclosed
items from packaging materials and inspect them
for shipping damage. If items are damaged,
please call us immediately at (570) 546-9663.
IMPORTANT: Save all packaging materials until
your are completely satisfied with the instrument
and have resolved any issues between Grizzly or
the shipping agent. You MUST have the original
packaging to file a freight claim. It is also extreme-
ly helpful if you need to return your instrument.
Planning &
Preparation
Total time building this instrument will vary on
many factors. Variables such as glue manufactur-
ers instructions and curing time, temperature and
humidity at the time of building, and your schedule
are just a few of the factors that can affect the
length of time spent on this project.
Perhaps the biggest determinant of time spent
completing this instrument is the type of finish
and the finishing process used. Finishing this
instrument can be as simple as applying a single
coat of stain or lacquer that can be done rela-
tively quickly, up to a multi-coated finish that takes
weeks to harden.
Careful planning and budgeting ample time will
make this project easier and ensure you end up
pleased with your results. Good luck building your
instrument, and Grizzly hopes it turns out looking,
and sounding great.
Wear safety glasses during
the entire setup process!

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Inventory
The following is a list of items shipped with your
instrument. Before beginning assembly, lay these
items out and inventory them.
If any non-proprietary parts are missing (e.g.
strings, or tuning pegs), we will gladly replace
them; or for the sake of expediency, replacements
can be obtained at your local music shop.
Bow (Figure 2) Qty
C. Bow ............................................................ 1
D. Bow Rosin .................................................. 1
Violin Components (Figure 3) Qty
E. Tuning Pegs................................................ 4
F. Chin Rest.................................................... 1
G. Tailpiece ..................................................... 1
H. Bridge ......................................................... 1
I. Strings ........................................................ 4
J. Chin Rest Bracket ...................................... 1
K. End-Pin....................................................... 1
E F G
H I J K
Figure 3. Violin components.
Figure 2. Bow and rosin.
C D
Figure 1. Body and fingerboard.
Violin Body and Fingerboard (Figure 1) Qty
A. Body ........................................................... 1
B. Fingerboard ............................................... 1
A
B
NOTICE
If you cannot find an item on this list, care-
fully check around/inside the instrument
and packaging materials. Often, these
items get lost in packaging materials while
unpacking or they are pre-installed at the
factory.

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SECTION 3: SANDING
To reduce risk of eye injury from airborne
particles or lung injury from breathing dust,
always wear safety glasses and a respirator
when sanding.
Body
To sand body:
1. Sand body with #180-grit aluminum-oxide
sandpaper until there is a consistent scratch
pattern on entire surface.
Note: When hand sanding, always sand in
same direction as wood grain.
2. Repeat Step 1 with #240-grit sandpaper.
3. Repeat Step 1 with #320-grit sandpaper.
4. Wipe body with a damp, lint-free cloth. Wiping
workpiece with a damp cloth before final
sanding helps to "raise" wood grain; thus,
allowing "raised" grain to be sanded smooth.
5. Once body is dry, repeat Step 4.
6. Wipe body with a tack cloth to remove all
remaining sanding dust.
The violin body and neck were assembled and
rough sanded at the factory. However, no finish
has been applied.
Neck
Like the violin body, most of the neck has
been machined and rough sanded at the factory.
However, some sanding and adjustment may be
needed to ensure a correct fit. A quick test fit and
adjustment of the fingerboard, if necessary, is
recommended.
To sand neck:
1. Perform Steps 1–6of Body on this page to
carefully sand entire neck.
Note: DO NOT sand fingerboard mounting
surface. This will affect playability of violin
and could lead to irreparable damage.
2. Place violin body and neck facing up on
workbench.
3. Lay fingerboard on neck with convex side
facing up and top of nut aligned with bottom
of peg box.
4. Width of fingerboard should fit evenly along
outside edges of neck. If fingerboard is slight-
ly oversized, carefully file or sand until edges
are flush.
5. Use sandpaper or file to round off any square
or sharp edges. Make sure fingerboard and
neck edges are flush (see Figure 4).
Note: Mask neck to prevent damage while
sanding or filing.
Figure 4. Shaping fingerboard.
Neck &
Fingerboard
Flush
Neck &
Fingerboard
Uneven
Squared
Edges
Fingerboard
Neck
Rounded
Fingerboard

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Preparing to Finish
In preparation for applying the finish, the top sur-
face of the violin neck will need to be covered.
Finishing
To prepare to finish:
1. Apply masking tape to top of neck, and trim
any tape overhang (see Figure 5).
2. Take time to make sure masking tape is
secure.
Tip: Use of a small piece of wood to
press into masking tape edges.
Note: Failure to correctly mask these
areas can result in irreparable damage
to finish on violin.
Figure 5. Masking tape on neck of violin.
Mask
This Area
Due to the variety of finishing methods available,
finishing supplies are not provided with this violin
kit.
There are many resources (books, videos, web-
sites) that discuss instrument finishing. Grizzly
recommends consulting these sources before
finishing your instrument.
Listed below are a few general tips that can be
helpful in finishing your instrument.
Finishing Tips:
• Always work in a well ventilated area when
using finishing materials.
• Wear an ANSI-approved respirator mask and
safety glasses when using finishing materials.
• Fabricate hooks from metal hangers to sus-
pend wood components during finishing
process.
• Several thinner coats usually produce a nicer
finish than one heavy coat.
Note: Always follow finish manufacturer’s
instructions.
• Dust particles suspended in air will settle on
wet finishes, resulting in less than satisfacto-
ry results. To avoid this problem:
1. Have wood components positioned for
finish application upon entering room.
2. Leave room where finishing will take place
completely undisturbed for 24 hours prior
to applying finish.
3. Avoid making unnecessary movements
upon entering finish room.
4. Apply finish to desired wood parts and
immediately leave finish room.
5. DO NOT return to room until specified dry-
ing time has elapsed.

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SECTION 4: ASSEMBLY
Installing
Fingerboard
Figure 6. Fingerboard attached.
51⁄8"
5. Secure fingerboard to neck with C-clamps,
binding tape, or rubber bands.
6. Let dry for 24 hours.
Nut
Bottom of
Peg Box Neck
Fingerboard
ALWAYS follow the manufacturer's instruc-
tions for any glues or adhesive products for
your safety and best results.
To install fingerboard:
1. Place violin body and neck facing up on
workbench.
2. Lay fingerboard on neck with convex side
facing up and top of nut aligned with bottom
of peg box.
3. Width of fingerboard should fit evenly along
outside edges of neck. If fingerboard is
slightly oversized, carefully file or sand until
edges are flush. Refer to Neck on Page 7 for
test fitting neck.
Now that the fingerboard has been test fitted, it's
time for permanent installation. Correct finger-
board installation is critical to the playability and
sound quality of the violin. Read and follow the
directions below for proper fingerboard placement
and installation.
4. Attach fingerboard to neck with wood glue.
Top of nut should be even with bottom of peg
box (see Figure 6).
Note: Measurement from bottom of nut to top
of body should be 51⁄8" (see Figure 6).

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Installing End-Pin 5. Insert T-handle reamer in hole and gently
twist clockwise, making one complete revolu-
tion (see Figure 8).
Note: Reamer will remove minimal material,
but it is important not to take too much mate-
rial out of hole. End-pin should fit snugly.
To install end-pin:
1. On bottom of violin, find center point and
mark with a pencil (see Figure 7).
2. Use a 1⁄4" drill bit to drill a hole at the marked
location (see Figure 7).
Figure 7. End-pin installation point.
Center
Point
3. Remove debris and sawdust from hole and
violin. Make sure hole is free of debris.
4. Test fit end-pin.
Note: End-pin should not fit in hole at this
point.
Figure 8. Reaming end-pin hole.
End-Pin
Hole
Reamer
Violin
Bottom
6. Remove reamer from end-pin hole and test fit
end-pin.
— If end-pin fits snugly in hole, proceed to
Installing Tuning Pegs on Page 11.
— If end-pin does not fit snugly in hole,
repeat Step 5.
Note: As you get closer to fitting end-pin it
may be advisable to only rotate reamer 1⁄2
turn. This will avoid removing too much mate-
rial and end-pin fitting too loosely.
Violin
Bottom
End-pin installation is important to the function of
the violin. The end-pin holds the tailgut and tail-
piece in place.

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The tuning pegs have been sized at the fac-
tory, and the tuner holes have been pre-drilled.
However, some minor adjustments to the holes
may be needed to ensure the pegs fit properly.
The correct arrangement for installing the tuning
pegs is shown below in Figure 9.
Note: All of the tuning pegs are identical.
Installing Tuning
Pegs
To install tuning pegs:
1. Test fit (1) tuning peg into E-string tuning peg
hole (see Figure 9).
— If tuning peg fits snugly in hole, proceed to
test fitting next tuning peg.
— If tuning peg does not fit snugly in hole,
proceed to Step 2.
2. Place 1:30 pin hole reamer in E-string
tuning peg hole and gently twist reamer
clockwise, making one complete revolution
(see Figure 10).
Note: Reamer will remove minimal material,
but it's important not to take too much mate-
rial out of hole. Tuning peg should end up
being snug fitting and retain friction so string
stays in position (i.e., tuned).
Tip: For D & G holes, angle reamer slightly
off center to left; for A & E holes, angle ream-
er slightly off center to right. This will help
maintain tension on strings while playing.
Tuning
Peg
Tuning
Peg Hole
Figure 9. Test fitting tuning peg.
1⁄2"
E
3. Remove reamer from tuning peg hole.
4. Test fit tuning peg.
— If tuning peg fits snugly and holds position,
proceed to Step 5.
— If tuning peg is too tight and does not eas-
ily move, repeat Steps 2–4.
Note: Be careful not to remove too much
material. It may be advisable to only rotate
reamer 1⁄2turn.
5. Remove tuning peg and make a small identi-
fication mark on tuner so you can match it to
corresponding hole later.
6. Repeat Steps 1–5for (3) remaining tuning
pegs.
7. Place marked tuning pegs in corresponding
holes and check alignment (see Figure 11).
Note: Pegs should be even length and look
aesthetically pleasing.
1:30 Pin
Reamer
Tuning
Peg
Hole
Figure 10. Reaming peg holes for proper tuning
peg fit.
Tuning
Peg
Distances
Should be
Equal
E
A
D
G
1⁄2"
Figure 11. Test fitting tuning pegs.

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41⁄64"
7⁄32"7⁄32"
7⁄32"
G D A E
3. If desired, lightly sand nut to preferred curve.
4. Use a hobby knife to notch string grooves into
nut at the measurements given in Figure 14.
Note: Notches should match diameter of
strings and be equally spaced along the top
of bridge.
5. Use a fine needle file to sand notches
(see Figure 14).
Nut Sanded
Flush with
Fingerboard
Peg Box
8. If tapered end of peg(s) protrudes from
peg box, use a pencil to mark over-
lap (see Figure 12).
Note: Draw a line around entirety of tapered
end of tuning peg.
2. If nut width exceeds neck and fingerboard,
file or sand edges to match profile of neck
and fingerboard (see Figure 13).
Note: Be careful not to sand or file finger-
board surface.
While the nut is attached to the fingerboard at the
factory, it will need to be notched to accept the
strings. The nut has also been shaped by the fac-
tory, however you may want to refine the shape of
the nut to suit your personal preference.
Adjusting Nut
To adjust nut:
1. Visually inspect nut to see if width is greater
than fingerboard and neck.
Use Pencil
to Mark
Trim Line
E
A
D
G
9. Using a fine tooth saw, carefully saw along
line.
10. Use #320 grit sandpaper to sand tapered
end.
Figure 12. Marking overlap of tuning pegs.
Figure 13. Adjusting nut.
Figure 14. Diameter and spacing of strings.

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The tailpiece is placed at the bottom of the vio-
lin and holds the strings and fine tuners. It is
attached by wrapping the tailgut around the end-
pin, as shown in Figure 15.
Installing Tailpiece Installing Chin Rest
To install chin rest:
1. Test fit chin rest. Make sure to center curve at
bottom of chin rest over tailpiece and end-pin
(see Figure 16).
2. Center chin rest bracket over end-pin and
tailpiece (see Figure 16).
3. Use a pencil to mark where chin rest bracket
contacts chin rest (see Figure 16).
Tailgut End-pin
Fine Tuner
(1 of 4)
The chin rest provides comfort while playing the
violin.
Figure 15. Tailgut wrapped around end-pin.
Chin Rest
Bracket End-Pin
Figure 16. Marking chin rest for bracket
installation.
Chin Rest
Mark
Here
Tailpiece

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4. Place chin rest bottom side up on a drill press
and use a #6-32 NC drill bit to drill a 1⁄8" deep
hole at marked locations (see Figure 17).
5. Use #6-32 NC tap to thread holes (see
Figure 17).
End-Pin
Chin Rest
Centered Over
Tailpiece
Tailpiece
Installing Bridge
The bridge on a violin is free-floating and is not
permanently attached. However, correct place-
ment is crucial to the use and playability of the
instrument.
Some adjustment will need to be made to the
bridge before final placement.
To install bridge:
1. Position bridge on violin table top, cen-
tered between inside notches of F-holes
(see Figure 20).
Note: When viewed from side, flat surface
of bridge should face bottom of violin, and
tapered side should face top of violin.
E-string
Location
G-string
Location
Flat
Side of
Bridge
F-Hole
Notches
(1 of 2)
Tapered
Side of
Bridge
6. Disassemble chin rest bracket.
7. Thread chin rest posts into tapped holes
(see Figure 18).
Note: For a more secure fit, you can add a
drop of super glue to threaded ends of chin
rest posts.
8. Reassemble and adjust chin rest bracket,
thenlooselytightenbarrelnuts(seeFigure18).
9. Place chin rest bracket and chin rest over
tailpiece and end-pin (see Figure 19).
10. Tighten chin rest bracket assembly until chin
rest sits firmly on table top.
Note: Do not overtighten bracket; this can
damage violin body.
Chin Rest
Bracket
Assembled
and
Installed
Figure 18. Chin rest bracket installed.
Figure 19. Chin rest installed.
Figure 20. Bridge location.
Figure 17. Holes drilled and tapped in chin rest.
Tailpiece
Tapped
Holes

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Installing Strings
GDAE
To install strings:
1. Refer to Figure 23 for string order.
Each string of the violin is a different diameter.
The arrangement of the strings on the violin is
shown in Figure 23.
The bridge may need to be adjusted before final
placement.
2. Measure height of bridge compared to top
surface of fingerboard. E-string must be posi-
tioned on bridge so it sits 3–3.5mm above
fingerboard. Similarly, G-string must be posi-
tioned on bridge so it sits 5–5.5mm above
fingerboard (see Figure 21).
— If both of these conditions are present,
then proceed to Step 4.
— If either of these conditions is not present,
then proceed Step 3.
3. If bridge only needs to be adjusted 1mm or
less, use masking tape to secure a piece of
#220 grit sandpaper to bottom of bridge and
lightly move it back and forth on mounting
location. If bridge needs to be adjusted more
than 1mm, remove a small amount of mate-
rial from both top and bottom of bridge.
Note: To make bottom contour of bridge
match top of violin, secure #220 grit sandpa-
per to top of violin at bridge mounting loca-
tion. Move bridge side to side until contour
matches top.
4. Reduce thickness of bridge until top is 1.3mm
thick, and base is 4mm thick (see Figure 22).
4mm
1.3mm
Tailpiece
3–3.5mm
Height of Bridge at E-String
5–5.5mm
Height of Bridge at G-String
Figure 21. Proper bridge height.
Figure 22. Correct bridge thickness (cross-section
side view).
Figure 23. Installing strings in proper position.

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5. Place ball end of string into fine tuner slot
(see Figure 25).
Tuning is the most important concept of playing a
violin. If the violin is not in tune with itself, or the
other instruments in an ensemble, the resulting
music will not sound pleasing to the ear. Having a
good understanding of tuning is essential to maxi-
mizing the full potential of any violin.
Important issues to consider when tuning a violin:
• Get into the habit of tuning the violin every
time it is picked up to be played.
• Always tune the strings "up." The final tuned
tension of each string should be reached
while tightening the string, not loosening it. If
the string is tensioned too far, loosen the ten-
sion and tune "up" again.
• The goal when tuning is to make the strings
in tune with one another. Standard tuning is
shown in Figure 26 on Page 17.
• Grizzly recommends using an electronic tun-
ing device to tune your violin. These are
widely available in music stores, and online.
Additionally, applications are available to
download on a wide variety of electronic
devices.
• If an electronic tuner is unavailable, you can
tune your violin by ear. Instructions for per-
forming this kind of tuning are widely avail-
able online and in publications. Grizzly rec-
ommends consulting these resources if you
intend to tune your violin by ear.
Tuning Violin
2. Insert tuning peg in peg box and turn peg so
that hole in peg is facing up (see Figure 24).
Tip: To keep strings from tangling, it is best to
start with inside D and A strings.
3. Thread sharp end of string through peg hole
(see Figure 24).
Note: Make sure to feed enough string
through hole to give yourself ample length to
work with.
4. Turn peg clockwise a few times to secure
string to peg (see Figure 24).
6. Turn tuning peg until string is tensioned, but
not tight, and place string in nut groove.
7. Repeat Steps 2–6for (3) remaining strings.
8. When all strings are installed, proceed to
Tuning Violin.
Figure 24. Winding strings through tuning peg.
Figure 25. String placed in tuner slot for A-string.
Ball End
of String
Placed in
String Slot
A
A-String Fine
Tuner Knob
E
D
G
Peg Hole Tuning
Peg
String
Peg Box
D-String
Fine Tuner
E-String
Fine Tuner
G-String
Fine Tuner

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2. Turn pegs clockwise slowly until string is taut,
but not fully tensioned.
Note: Gently, but firmly, push peg into peg
box while turning to prevent peg and string
from slipping.
3. Repeat Step 2 for remaining inner string.
4. Repeat Step 2 for (2) outer strings (G and E).
5. Verify that bridge is still in correct position
(see Installing Bridge on Page 14).
6. For each string, turn peg clockwise while
gently pushing peg in peg box to get an
approximate pitch of string.
Note: Using an electronic tuning device is
recommended while performing this step.
7. Turn fine tuner knobs clockwise to reach
accurate pitch (see Figure 24 on Page 16).
Figure 26. String positions.
GDAE
Preparing Bow
The bow comes assembled from the factory.
However, important steps must be performed
before the bow is ready to be used.
To prepare bow:
1. Tighten screw at base of bow to tension
horsehair strings (see Figure 27).
Note: Tighten until there is enough room for
your pinky finger (approximately 1⁄4") to fit
between horsehair strings and midway point
of bow.
2. Rub bow horsehair strings across container
of bow rosin. Apply a generous amount
equally along length of strings.
Note: Take care not to get bow rosin on other
parts of bow. If this does happen, clean these
areas immediately with a microfiber towel.
3. Bow is now ready for use.
Figure 27. Bow components.
To tune violin:
1. Start tuning violin by choosing either D or A
string to start (see Figure 26).
Note: Tuning outer strings first can cause
bridge to move and effect tuning.
Horsehair
Strings
Bow
Midpoint
Screw

-18- Model T33957 (Mfd. Since 09/23)
SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES
ACCESSORIES
NOTICE
Refer to our website or latest catalog for
additional recommended accessories.
H5332—Titebond Original Wood Glue
The industry standard for general woodworking
applications. Provides strong initial tack and fast
setting speed to reduce clamp time. Develops a
bond stronger than the wood itself.
Figure 28. H5332 Titebond Original Wood Glue.
H0927—Insta-Cure+ 2 oz.
Insta-Cure+ is a powerful CA or Cyanoacrylate
adhesive in a two ounce bottle. Apply to one sur-
face and then hold parts tightly together for about
5 to 15 seconds for a fast, permanent bond.
Figure 29. H0927 Insta-Cure+ 2 oz.
H5890—Repairman's Taper Reamer
This Repairman's Taper Reamer reams holes
from 1⁄8" to 5⁄8" and features a removable handle
for compact storage and 7 flutes for smooth
bores. Reamer measures 5" long. Handle mea-
sures 31⁄2" long.
Figure 30. H5890 Repairman's Taper Reamer.
D2868—10 Pc. Needle Nose File Set
This needle nose file set with vinyl grip handles
includes ten profile shapes: round, half-round, flat
triangular, knife-edge, square and oval. All tips
except the square nose flat file taper to a needle
nose point for reaching into tight spots. Each file
in the set measures 7" long.
Figure 31. D2868 10 Pc. Needle Nose File Set.
order online at www.grizzly.com or call 1-800-523-4777
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