D pedal not returning fully

[jaydg]

I’m getting a situation on my Pilgrim Malvern pedal harp, where when I move the D pedal to flat, and then play a D, there is a dreadful buzzing noise.

I solve it by twisting one of the D discs, which I can see moves the pedal up.

Obviously I’d like to fix it properly, before I damage things. I’m hundreds of miles from a technician, so I will have to sort it out myself.

I have Carl Swanson’s book.

What I don’t know is what’s causing this? Pedal spring need replacing? Something needs oiling (if so, where?)

Thank you very much for any help.

[Tacye]

Have you asked Pilgrim? They are great at giving advice.

[jaydg]

I did that next – don’t know why I didn’t think of it first! It was outside office hours, so hopefully hear more today.

[balfour-knight]

Checking with Pilgrim will probably be your best bet, but Carl Swanson might see your post here and offer some suggestions, like you can see in his book.

Cheers,
Balfour

[jaydg]

The answer turned out to be PTFE dust and seems to have fixed it 😊 👍🏽

[balfour-knight]

I assume that PTFE dust is a lubricant? How and where did you apply it on the harp to fix this problem? I always like to know, in case I ever have this same problem, you know! Thanks!

Best to you,
Balfour

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