Does it require maintenance? Like how to keep it in top condition? For example, cleaning it, or keeping in tune?
1664041
It does not require maintenance. HOw ever ass with most instruments it does not hurt to clean it.
930589
Just remember, as with any humidifier, there will be some cleaning involved. No humidifier (that I know of) is completely maintenance free.Another big suggestion is to oil the bearings in the motor. This requires some mechanical skill and some light motor oil, but I have been running the same motors 24/7 for 6 years with no breakdowns. The only problem I have is with the finger gearbox thingy, which seems to just start stripping after about 2 years (took the first one apart to try to fix it; it is plastic and there is no fix); but I get free replacements from Venta, so no worries there... Just remember, as with any humidifier, there will be some cleaning involved. No humidifier (that I know of) is completely maintenance free.Another big suggestion is to oil the bearings in the motor. This requires some mechanical skill and some light motor oil, but I have been running the same motors 24/7 for 6 years with no breakdowns. The only problem I have is with the finger gearbox thingy, which seems to just start stripping after about 2 years (took the first one apart to try to fix it; it is plastic and there is no fix); but I get free replacements from Venta, so no... » Read More Just remember, as with any humidifier, there will be some cleaning involved. No humidifier (that I know of) is completely maintenance free.Another big suggestion is to oil the bearings in the motor. This requires some mechanical skill and some light motor oil, but I have been running the same motors 24/7 for 6 years with no breakdowns. The only problem I have is with the finger gearbox thingy, which seems to just start stripping after about 2 years (took the first one apart to try to fix it; it is plastic and there is no fix); but I get free replacements from Venta, so no worries there... « Show Less
1245399
Mine aren't dirty enough to warrant a cleaning. Suggest send it back to manufacturer or buy a new one (doubt they take trade-ins, eh...)
1384736
After the initial break-in period, I usually only need to tune once every week or two - depending on how much I have been playing. Even then it is a pretty minor adjustment (if any). It seems to loose tuning pretty evenly, so even when it drifts slightly, the tuning stays fairly relative, string-string.
1494511
Sorry, ours has been in daily use for over 8 months now with no problems, so I don't know about maintenance or replacement parts. I suggest you contact the company.
772695
You should be cleaning it everyday, and it shouldn't take to long to clean it. If you don't clean it every day it does get clogged and takes a long time to get it fully clean again. I always forget to clean it after I use it and it takes me a good half an hour to clean it. If you clean it everyday after use you shouldn't have a problem but do a full cleaning every once in a while to keep it up a running properly.
934010
Ours has been fine but hasn't been used too much. I'd call Yamaha and/or an instrument repair shop to see about fixing what likely is a minor internal electrical issue (loose wire, burnt chip, cheap stuff). It has the most genuine and beautiful piano action I, and my mom's best friend concert pianist of 50 years, ever have experienced on an electric. It's the action from a real acoustic Yamaha piano that uses electric amplification. About as pure as it gets. Take it in and fix it - cost depending of course - it's too fine an instrument to trash. Good luck, Steve
1202428
There is no need to clean the unit after every use if you do not choose to, though I would reccomend cleaning intermittently to maintain cleanliness and maintaining the unit. I am not clear on why some find it so difficult as I have no issues cleaning mine.
17926
Never had to....I just tuned it and started playing. In fact, I haven't changed any of the strings yet either....sorry I can't be much help.
1939484
Not really. You just have to keep re-tuning. This is normal when you have new strings or in our case when you have a toddler fiddling with it constantly
226319
I haven't had to clean it yet. I keep marine stable and carb. cleaner year around. Starts every time. which I do at least twice a year and let it run for 1/2 to one hour.
149839
I keep that thing in my trunk and with out its case. It gets banged up pretty bad. The instrument is still holds its tuning. No issue whatsoever with the key action. Its a tank.
1006557
Yes it's the only maintenance required and way to do that is to push up on the tiny metal pin at the very bottom of the site glass, the tank needs to be pressurized. I do have to add that my compressor stopped working after the first use. The auto stop failed a d now I have to use it on the constant run mode
1234994
My daughter used hers for 4 years, and many little things needed repair after the second year. The seller I bought from (Hyson Music) was good about supplying free small parts even out of warranty. In a nutshell, to protect yourself, it would probably be best to get the warranty in case something larger needs to be worked on.
744804
I've had mine for a few months and its stayed in tune just fine. Obviously it will get out of tune at first but that is because of the strings being new and needing to be broken in.
137090
Although this is a great machine, it does take some maintenance. It does get clogged with milk over time.The pressure valve needs to be cleaned and "blown" every time you use it. Since I'm the only one that uses it, I blow into the hole where the steam comes out. A thin wire would probably work too. I also rinse it in hot water and as I do that, I pump the button up and down. Finally, take a brillo pad or something similar and scrub the opening. Not sure if that makes a difference, but I do it anyway. Looks better. I have also had to buy new pressure releases gadgets.
1291109
Yes, we returned 2 of them to Amazon and purchased a new one at a local hobby shop. But regardless they are high maintenance.