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Regulate actions, keys and pedals of upright pianos

Regulate actions, keys and pedals of upright pianos

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFPT3006
State Code
WI604
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
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
16
Description
This unit of competency covers regulating upright piano actions, keys and pedals, including adjusting action rail, striking distance, hammer running alignment, key depth, lost motion and set off; checking distance, damper spoon bending, damper stop rail, jack stop rail and sustain, soft, mute and sostenuto pedals. It applies in workplace and on-site environments for small to large scale enterprises.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan for regulating actions, keys and pedals
  • 1.1 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, legislative requirements and workplace practices relevant to regulating 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 workflow, coordination, personnel cooperation and safety
  • 1.4 Written instructions are followed
2 Prepare to regulate
  • 2.1 Correct posture for regulating is demonstrated which minimises fatigue and promotes muscular control
  • 2.2 Tools and equipment are selected consistent with the needs of the job
  • 2.3 Selected tools and equipment are checked for service ability and safety, and any faults repaired and reported according to workplace practices
  • 2.4 Personal protective equipment is correctly fitted and used
3 Align action components
  • 3.1 Alignment of action rail is checked and adjusted
  • 3.2 Striking distance is adjusted to industry specifications
  • 3.3 Hammer running alignment and angling is adjusted
  • 3.4 Wippen alignment procedures are performed
4 Regulate keyboard
  • 4.1 Lost motion is adjusted
  • 4.2 Set off is adjusted
  • 4.3 Checking distance is adjusted
  • 4.4 Dampers are regulated to industry specifications
  • 4.5 Damper spoon bending is adjusted to half striking distance
  • 4.6 Damper stop rail and jack stop rail are adjusted to industry specifications
5 Adjust pedals
  • 5.1 Sustain pedal is adjusted to lift when the pedal is one third through its motion
  • 5.2 Soft pedal is adjusted to an acceptable lost motion
  • 5.3 Mute pedal is adjusted for hammers to clear felt in rest position but strike felt in lockdown position
  • 5.4 Sostenuto pedal is adjusted so relevant dampers are locked in position when note is played
6 Make final check and inspection
  • 6.1 Upright piano is inspected for playability and performance
  • 6.2 Adjustments to actions and pedals are made as required
7 Clean up work area
  • 7.1 All tools, materials and other equipment are checked, cleaned and returned to their appropriate location
  • 7.2 Work area is cleared and waste removed
  • 7.3 Workplace documentation is completed and filed
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEL97 MSFPT4004 Regulate actions, keys and pedals of upright pianos Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J740 MSF31213 Certificate III in Piano Technology Qualification