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Re-string and re-pin a piano

Re-string and re-pin a piano

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFPT3005
State Code
WI603
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/12/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/06/2014
Field of Education
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency covers removing existing strings and pins from upright and grand pianos and replace them with new strings and pins, including disassembling and re-assembling the piano, assessing piano suitability for restringing, de-tuning piano, chipping up and measuring strings and pin positions for replacement. It applies in workplace and on-site environments for small to medium scale enterprise.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan for re-stringing and re-pinning
  • 1.1 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, legislative requirements and workplace practices relevant to repairing pianos are verified and complied with
  • 1.2 Customer requirements are received, analysed and confirmed with appropriate personnel
  • 1.3 Communication with others involved with the work is established and maintained to ensure efficient work flow, coordination, personnel cooperation and safety
  • 1.4 Written instructions are followed
2 Prepare for repair
  • 2.1 Tools and equipment are selected consistent with the needs of the job
  • 2.2 Selected tools and equipment are checked for service ability and safety, and any faults repaired and reported according to workplace practices
  • 2.3 Personal protective equipment is correctly fitted and used
  • 2.4 Materials required for the re-stringing and re-pinning of piano are selected
3 Assess piano
  • 3.1 Correct posture for repairing is demonstrated which minimises fatigue and promotes muscular control
  • 3.2 Case parts are removed and stored
  • 3.3 Measurements of all string sizes are taken throughout piano
  • 3.4 Position of all pressure bars, duplex bars and under-stringing felts are noted
  • 3.5 Base strings are inspected for tone and quality, noting those needing replacement
4 Prepare piano for re-stringing
  • 4.1 Length of strings are measured and recorded
  • 4.2 Piano is de-tuned
  • 4.3 Pressure bars/agraffes are removed
  • 4.4 Strings are removed by unwinding in order
  • 4.5 Bass strings are tagged for identification purposes using a wire guide to store until needed
  • 4.6 Tuning pins are removed and assessed for re-usability
  • 4.7 Samples of tuning pins, felts and eye strings are retained
  • 4.8 Size of new pins and drill holes are calculated for appropriate tension requirements
5 Re-pin and re-string piano
  • 5.1 Stringing scale is re-calculated
  • 5.2 Agraffes are replaced in accurate position, as required
  • 5.3 Pins and treble strings are replaced in required order, with under-stringing felt inserted
  • 5.4 Pins and base strings are replaced in required order
  • 5.5 Pressure bars are replaced in accurate position
6 Chip up piano
  • 6.1 Pitch standard is established
  • 6.2 Strings are plucked and tuned individually against pitch standard
  • 6.3 Strings are rubbed down and process repeated until strings stabilised
7 Re-assemble piano
  • 7.1 Piano is re-assembled
  • 7.2 Tools and equipment are maintained, cleaned and stored safely in designated location
  • 7.3 Records are maintained in accordance with enterprise requirements or industry practice
8 Clean up work area
  • 8.1 All tools, materials and other equipment are checked, cleaned and returned to their appropriate location
  • 8.2 Work area is cleared and waste removed
  • 8.3 Workplace documentation is completed and filed
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State Code National Code Title Type
J740 MSF31213 Certificate III in Piano Technology Qualification