Then insert the bent ends into the holes in the hi-hat frame.
 

Extend the legs to form a stable tripod with the hi-hat frame just touching the floor - the hi-hat should feel solid without rocking.
 

Thread the pull rod securely into the receiver in the base section of the hi-hat stand.
 

Remove the clutch and slide the upper tube over the pull rod and into the base. Set the upper tube about halfway up.
 

Hi-hat Cymbal Attachment and Adjustment
 

Insert the pull rod through the hole in the heavier of the two hi-hat cymbals (sometimes marked: Bottom). Rest the cymbal, bell side down, on the felt washer on the seat cup.
 

Remove the metal lock nut and one of the felt washers from the clutch.
 

Slip the clutch through the hole in the top cymbal.
 

Replace the felt washer and metal lock nut.

Note: If you have difficulty attaching the lock nut, flip it over and try again·it threads only from one side.
 

Slip the clutch (with the top cymbal attached) onto the pull rod.
 

Space the cymbals about an inch apart÷tighten the wing screw securely.
 

The clutch features two round lock nuts that adjust the amount of "play" of the top cymbal. To adjust, loosen the top lock nut and adjust the bottom lock nut until the desired "play" is achieved. Counter-turn the lock nuts to secure this setting.
 

In the event that the cymbals "air-lock" while playing, an adjustment screw under the bottom cymbal is provided. "Air-lock" happens when the cymbals trap air inside...you'll know when this happens÷the cymbals don't make any sound. To eliminate "air-lock" simply tilt the bottom cymbal with the adjustment screw and you're back in business.
 

Adjust the spring tension of the hi-hat to your preference. On Export and Export Select hi-hats, this is done by a slider on the base section.

Note: The springs on Forum hi-hat stands are not adjustable.
 

The legs on your hi-hat stand can be rotated to accommodate double pedals as shown above.

Note: Forum Series hi-hats do not have swivel legs.