SOFT STAND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Thank-you for purchasing one of our instrument stands. We have done our best to build a sturdy, reliable,
portable, and aesthetically pleasing accessory for your horn. The key to the design and construction is the
fit between the aluminum tubing and the wood parts of the stand. If the fit is too tight, assembly and
disassembly is very difficult. If too loose, the stand will be too “wobbly.” Please note that we adjust the fit
to allow a slight amount of play. This allows easy leg insertion and for all four feet to make contact on any
slightly uneven surface. Please be VERY CAREFUL that when you insert or remove the legs,
ALWAYS PUSH and PULL STRAIGHT IN and OUT without binding.
We suggest that the first
few times you assemble
your stand to do it on a
sturdy, flat surface. After a
few times, you should be
able to assemble the stand
without need for a flat
surface.
Insert all four legs into the
top rails. (the ones that
have the cloth attached)
Make sure that the bungee
cords are sticking as far
out the bottom of the legs
as possible, approximately
1 ½ inches.
Slide one of the two
wooden feet over the
protruding bungee, then
push STRAIGHT IN. The
cord should pop through
the bottom of the leg so
you can grab it.
Secure the cord in the slot
provided.
Repeat the two previous steps, securing the same wooden foot to the aluminum leg that is attached to
the other rail.
The second wooden foot is
then placed over BOTH of
the other legs
simultaneously. CRITICAL!!
Push the second foot
straight onto BOTH of the
legs at the same time. It
must go evenly onto both
legs, or damage will result.
After the legs are in, secure the bungees.
Turn the stand right-sideup, and press straight
down firmly to assure all
four legs are in all the way
in. Adjust the top rails so
they are parallel. Your
stand is ready to use!
To disassemble the stand,
simply reverse the assembly
procedure. To remove the
first wooden foot, grasp two of
the legs and push it straight
up with your thumbs. DO NOT
EVER PULL OUT THE FIRST
LEG ALONE! The binding force
will likely break out the wood
on the top rail.
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Washing Instructions: The Velcro is there to keep the padded cloth tight against the rail. It is not
the primary support of the cloth. To remove the cloth, CAREFULLY separate the Velcro. Grab one
end of the pouch and pull gently out of the slot, which is at an angle. Hand wash in Woolite and let
air dry. When re-inserting the pouch into the slot, work it from one end to another. Do not use tools
to insert the pouch. If it is too hard, there may be a wrinkle in the cloth.
There should be no need for maintenance other than cleaning of the pouch.
Please check our website: softstands.com for information about us and the latest product offerings. Email
us at [email protected] with questions, suggestions, or concerns.
We hope you enjoy your Soft Stand. With reasonable care, it should protect your valuable instrument for
many years!