Any musical instrument requires daily maintenance to prolong the life of the instrument, and the dulcimer is no exception. The body of the dulcimer has a complex structure and is composed of wooden materials. Especially after the reform of the dulcimer musical instrument, the increase in the number of voices and the expansion of the range leads to the increase of the body and the number of strings. The phenomenon of running out of tone and damage to the piano body.

In this regard, it is required that users of dulcimer should develop a good habit of use and maintenance to maintain good performance of the instrument and prolong the service life of the instrument. As the saying goes, the piano goes with people, and you can basically understand the professional level of the user by seeing the maintenance of the instrument.

To maintain the dulcimer, first strictly control the influence of temperature and humidity on the dulcimer body. Because temperature difference and humidity change are the first factors that affect the use of dulcimer apart from the hard damage of dulcimer. Pay attention to try to avoid playing in environments with high humidity, high temperature or low temperature. Because the temperature and humidity will directly affect the stability of the body structure of the dulcimer. For example, it will cause changes in the adhesive, thereby reducing the bonding strength, and there will be problems such as cracking of the piano panel and deformation of the piano body frame.

Therefore, the environment for storing dulcimer should not be humid or too dry, and should not be close to the fire, radiator, or exposed to sunlight. When changing seasons, pay attention to check whether the strings are rusted, and wipe the anti-rust oil in time for treatment. The cover should be covered both before and after playing. When storing for a long time, it should be put into the piano box to prevent the influence of humid climate, and take active measures to prevent the cracking of the piano panel. The dulcimer should avoid bumping as much as possible during transportation, and avoid being overturned. In use, keep the broken strings and fill them up immediately. All the rollers are intact and do not lose, including the small copper wires on the treble code. Develop a good habit of covering the piano.