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Hi,

> For us neophytes, can you explain what you mean by correcting any
malformed
> combs?
>
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Any combs that aren't drawn straight.  Excessive drone brood,  comb at right
angles, bridge comb that connects two frames together.  Or in general frames
that are difficult to manipulate or waste good brood production area ( such
as frames that are two thick and the opposite foundation isn't drawn
properly).  Use your judgment these combs should be obvious to most.

Clay

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