Quick cleaning

After playing, the recorder should be cleaned thoroughly. This prevents the accumulation of moisture and dirt, which can damage the wood and impair the sound quality.

• Dismantling
  Dismantle the recorder into its individual parts (e.g. headjoint, middle joint and footjoint).
• Dry wiping
  Use the cleaning rod and wiper cloth supplied with your FEHR recorder to remove moisture from the inside of the recorder. Thread the cloth into the eyelet of the cleaning rod. Carefully guide the cloth through the hole and carefully wipe the inside of the recorder dry.
• Cleaning the outside
  Wipe the outside of the recorder with a soft, dry cloth.

Regular deep cleaning

In addition to daily cleaning, thorough cleaning every few weeks is recommended.

• Cleaning set
  Use a cleaning set that contains a flexible brush and special cleaning agent for wooden flutes. You can find these sets in well-stocked specialist shops

Oiling the recorder

Oiling the recorder is an important part of care to keep the wood supple and resistant. In addition to special "recorder oils", natural oils such as linseed oil and almond oil can also be used.

• Linseed oil
  Linseed oil is ideal for the care of recorders due to its deeply penetrating and hardening properties. It protects the wood from moisture and efficiently prevents cracks.
  Application Linseed oil
  Apply a small amount of linseed oil to the inside of the recorder using a soft cloth or brush. Allow the oil to soak in for a few hours and wipe off any excess oil with a clean cloth. Follow the manufacturer's instructions. Linseed oil can cause rags etc. to catch fire.
• Almond oil
  Almond oil is another excellent oil for the recorder. It is particularly suitable for the outside of the recorder (beak, labium) as it nourishes the wood and gives it a light sheen.
  Application Almond oil
  Put a few drops of almond oil on a soft cloth and rub it evenly onto the outer surface of the recorder. Allow the oil to soak in and then polish the recorder with a dry cloth.

Dealing with moisture

Moisture is one of the biggest enemies of your recorder. Here are some tips to prevent damage caused by moisture.

• Playing in
  New recorders should be played in slowly. Remember, however, that you also need to familiarise yourself with the new instrument. Start with short playing times and gradually increase them. Get to know every single note of your new recorder. Test the reaction of your instrument at different blowing pressures.
• Allow to dry
  After playing, allow the recorder to dry completely before putting it back in its case or packaging. Avoid extreme conditions Protect the recorder from extreme temperatures and high humidity.

Care of the cork joints

The cork(s) at the joints of the recorder also require care.

• Greasing
  Regularly apply cork grease to the corks to keep them supple and allow the recorder to be plugged together easily.
• Checking
  Check the corks for wear and replace them if necessary.

Storage of the recorder