Compact Fret Bender

① Check the fret ends before use. If there are
burrs on them, remove burrs with a file.
*Burrs may cause accelerated groove wear,
damage, or injury.

②-① Loosen the Adjustment Screw and lower
the Lower Guide to its lowest position.
Then insert the fret wire into the groove,
guiding it toward the Lower Movable Guide.
*If the guide is not fully lowered, it may be hard
to insert, causing damage or injury.

②-②Some fret wire may be difficult to insert
depending on the type. Try slightly bending
the fret end using the Upper Guide as leverage.
*As the bent end does not have a uniform
curve, cut off the end before installing the fret.

③ As you push the fret wire through, it will
come out with a curved shape. Push steadily
and carefully to achieve an even bend.
*Do not tighten the Adjustment Screw while
the fret is being bent. This may stress on the
screw or the Lower Guide, causing damage.

④ If you wish to bend the fret tighter, slightly
tighten the Adjustment Screw a nd repeat
Step ③.
*As a guideline, turn the screw 30‒45 degrees
clockwise at a time to gradually increase
curvature.

A straight fret can be curved from approximately
406 mm (16″) down to 184 mm (7.25″).

● Try not to bend the fret wire too steeply at a time.
　This may stress the tool and wire, causing damage or injury.
● For your safety and easier use, we would recommend you to wear work gloves during operation.
　Keep your fingers away from the end of the tool where the bent fret wire comes out.
● We carry out a surprise inspection before shipping for quality assurance purposes.
　Any mark from the testing on the product may prove the quality confirmation.
● Keep out of reach of small children.