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5 Inspect reeds
REED STOP
INSPECT
WHAT TO DO
Reeds flatReeds with tension (preload) Reeds more than 0.006 in(0.15 mm) from reed plateCracked or otherw ise damaged reeds
Reeds OK
Replace reeds Replace reedsReplace reeds
CORRECT