To use this drum set, you can first set up the kick drum on the floor and adjust its position according to your comfort. Then place the toms on stands, and make sure they are stable. When playing, use drumsticks to hit the drums with different strengths to create various sounds. As for maintenance, try to keep the drums in a dry and clean environment. Avoid hitting the drums too hard to prevent further damage to the shell wrapping. If you notice the wrapping lifting more, you can use some appropriate glue to fix it gently. Also, since there is no snare drum included, you may want to consider getting one separately to complete your drum setup.