The spindle is shipping in two sections as a protective measure. 

 Please realize the underside is sensitive to fingerprints.  Exercise caution when assembling.

• Run tip of index finger under water.

• Squeeze dishwashing liquid on tip of finger, rub in to blend.

• Scrape soapy liquid into grommet, both top and bottom. Be generous; we can’t stress this enough.

• Insert bottom of shaft into the top of the grommet, and slide the whorl up the shaft in a rocking/twisting motion. Push from the center, not the edges!. This should slide easily.

• If there wasn’t enough soap, and you experience strong resistance, DO NOT FORCE. Use a little more soapy water on the shaft just ahead of the grommet…it should now slide easily.

• We stop our whorl about 2 1/2 to 3 inches down from the top...it’s a personal preference, so adjust accordingly.

• Using a soft cloth, wipe the excess soapy water off the shaft, and any that may have accumulated at the top of the grommet.

• Use rubbing alcohol to remove smudges or fingerprints from black underside.

• You are good to go.