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Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,
operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the
back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number).
Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
NOTICE
Clean the Airbrush IMMEDIATELY after use.
Delayed or inadequate cleaning will permanently clog the Airbrush.
Table of Contents
SAFETY
caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.
WARNING – When using tools, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
Work Area
a. Keep the work area clean and well lighted. b. Keep bystanders, children, and
Cluttered benches and dark areas visitors away while operating the tool.
increase the risks of electric shock, Distractions are able to result in
fire, and injury to persons. the loss of control of the tool.
personal Safety
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a. Stay alert. Watch what you are c. Do not overreach. Keep proper
doing and use common sense when footing and balance at all times.
operating the tool. Do not use the Proper footing and balance enables better
tool while tired or under the influence control of the tool in unexpected situations.
of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating the d. Use safety equipment.
tool increases the risk of injury to persons. Wear heavy-duty work gloves and
a NIOSH-approved respirator
b. Dress properly. Do not wear during use. Non-skid safety shoes
loose clothing or jewelry. Contain and a hard hat must be used for the
long hair. Keep hair, clothing, and applicable conditions.
gloves away from moving parts.
e. Always wear eye protection.
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Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair
increases the risk of injury to persons as Wear ANSI-approved
a result of being caught in moving parts. safety goggles.
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changing accessories, or storing the tool. bursting if the tool is damaged.
Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the tool unintentionally. e. Use only accessories that are identified
Turn off and detach the air supply, safely by the manufacturer for the specific
discharge any residual air pressure, and tool model. Use of an accessory not
release the throttle and/or turn the switch to intended for use with the specific tool model,
its off position before leaving the work area. increases the risk of injury to persons.
Service
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a. Tool service must be performed only c. Use only lubricants supplied with the
by qualified repair personnel. tool or specified by the manufacturer.
Air Source
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Symbol Definitions
Symbol property or Statement Symbol property or Statement
Pounds per square WARNING marking
pSI concerning Risk of Eye Injury.
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inch of pressure
Wear ANSI-approved
eye protection.
CFM Cubic Feet per Minute flow
WARNING marking concerning
Risk of Respiratory Injury.
Cubic Feet per Minute flow Wear NIOSH-approved respirator.
SCFM at standard conditions
WARNING marking concerning
Risk of Explosion.
NpT National pipe thread, tapered
WARNING marking
concerning Risk of Fire.
NpS National pipe thread, straight
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SAFETY
1. Do not direct spray at people or animals. 8. Attach all accessories properly to the
tool before connecting the air supply.
2. Do not exceed maximum air pressure. A loose accessory may detach
3. Do not spray near open flames, pilot lights, or break during operation.
stoves, heaters, the air compressor, or 9. Install an in-line shutoff valve
any other heat source. Most solvents to allow immediate control over
and coatings are highly flammable, the air supply in an emergency,
particularly when sprayed. Maintain even if a hose is ruptured.
a distance of at least 25 feet from the
air compressor. If possible, locate the 10. Air hose fittings may get hot during use.
air compressor in a separate room. Allow fittings to cool before disconnecting.
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4. Read all of the information concerning 11. WARNING: Some dust created by power
coating products and cleaning solvents. sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
Do not use chlorinated solvents construction activities, contains chemicals
(e.g. 1-1-1 trichloroethylene and known to the State of California to cause
dichloromethane, also known as cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
methylene chloride) to clean airbrushes. harm. Some examples of these chemicals
Many airbrushes contain aluminum, are:
which reacts strongly to chlorinated • Lead from lead-based paints
solvents. Contact the solvent or coating • Crystalline silica from bricks and cement or
manufacturer as needed regarding other masonry products
potential chemical reactions. • Arsenic and chromium from chemically
treated lumber
5. Industrial applications must Your risk from these exposures varies,
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follow OSHA requirements. depending on how often you do this type
of work. To reduce your exposure to
6. Spraying hazardous materials may
these chemicals: work in a well ventilated
result in serious injury or death.
area, and work with approved safety
Do not spray pesticide, acid, corrosive
equipment, such as those dust masks
material, fertilizer, or toxic chemicals.
that are specially designed to filter out
7. Paints and solvents may be harmful or fatal if microscopic particles. (California Health
swallowed or inhaled. Avoid prolonged skin & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
contact with solvents or paints as they will
12. WARNING: The brass components of
irritate skin. After any contact, immediately
this product contain lead, a chemical
wash off exposed area with hot, soapy water.
known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. (California Health
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Specifications
Functions
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Trigger
Air Cap
Mixing
Jar
Air Inlet
Nozzle
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Air Hose
Lid
paint
Jar
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propellant
Air Line
Can Lid
Adapter
(optional)
Figure A
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Initial Set Up
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Read the ENTIRE IMpORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section
at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein
before set up or use of this product.
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source for this tool.
Note: This air tool may be shipped with 3. Close the in-line shutoff valve between
protective plugs covering the air inlets. the compressor and the tool.
Remove these plugs before set up.
4. Turn on the air compressor according to
1. Incorporate a filter, regulator with pressure the manufacturer’s directions and allow
gauge, in-line shutoff valve, and quick it to build up pressure until it cycles off.
coupler for best service, as shown on
Figure B on page 8 and Figure C 5. Adjust the air compressor’s output
on page 9. An in-line shutoff ball regulator so that the air output is enough
valve is an important safety device to properly power the tool, but the output
because it controls the air supply will not exceed the tool’s maximum air
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even if the air hose is ruptured. The pressure at any time. Adjust the pressure
shutoff valve should be a ball valve gradually, while checking the air output
because it can be closed quickly. gauge to set the right pressure range.
Note: Do not use an automatic oiler system or 6. Inspect the air connections for leaks.
add oil to airline. The oil will contaminate the
Repair any leaks found.
material being propelled, ruining the final result.
7. If the tool will not be used at this time,
2. Attach an air hose to the compressor’s
air outlet using the Air Line Adapter, turn off and detach the air supply and
as needed. Connect the air hose to the safely discharge any residual air pressure
air inlet of the tool. Other components, to prevent accidental operation.
such as a coupler plug and quick
8. Residual air pressure should not be present
coupler, will make operation more
efficient, but are not required. after the tool is disconnected from the air
supply. However, it is a good safety measure
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Note: Air flow, and therefore tool to attempt to discharge the tool in a safe
performance, can be hindered by fashion after disconnecting to ensure that
undersized air supply components. the tool is disconnected and unpowered.
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Figure B: portable Air Supply Setup
D E F
B C
A A
NOTICE
Description Function
A Air Hose Connects air to tool
Clean the Airbrush IMMEDIATELY after use.
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Figure C: Stationary Air Supply Setup
Slope
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Lubricated
Tools
G J
C K H L M F
C D E
B B C J L O
F
NOTICE
A A I N
F H
Non-lubricated
Tools
Clean the Airbrush IMMEDIATELY after use.
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MAINTENANCE OpERATION SETUp SAFETY
NOTICE
Clean the Airbrush IMMEDIATELY after use.
Delayed or inadequate cleaning will permanently clog the Airbrush.
Operating Instructions
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General Operation
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IMpORTANT: Proper spraying technique 4. For very fine detail work, you may decrease
is ESSENTIAL to achieve good results. the distance up to 1″ from the workpiece.
1. Press down on the Trigger to release Note: The size of your spray pattern will
air from the Air Cap. Slowly and gently differ based on the distance between the
draw back on the Trigger to release paint work surface and the Airbrush. The closer
from the Nozzle. The air will atomize the Airbrush is, the finer the pattern will be.
the paint and create a fine spray.
5. To avoid paint build up, start moving the
2. Continue to move the Trigger back Airbrush before pressing the Trigger.
slowly to achieve the consistency you When finished with the stroke,
need for your spray technique. release the Trigger while still moving
the Airbrush. Doing this will produce
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Note: If the Nozzle becomes clogged: a smoother finish. Do not stop
a. Increase the Air Pressure moving the Airbrush while spraying.
to force out the clog. If the Airbrush stops even briefly
while spraying the paint can build
b. If the above does not work,
up and run down the workpiece.
clean the Nozzle manually.
6. Clean Airbrush and paint Jar thoroughly
3. Keep the distance from the workpiece
immediately after EVERY use, according
at about 3″ to 5″, depending on the
to instructions on the following pages.
flow adjustment and the paint.
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Maintenance Instructions
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Inspection
Note: These procedures are in addition to the regular checks and maintenance
explained as part of the regular operation of the air-operated tool.
BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the tool. Check for:
• loose screws, • damaged air supply hose,
• misalignment or binding of moving parts, • cracked or broken parts, and
• clogged nozzle, • any other condition that may
affect its safe operation.
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Cleaning
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TO pREVENT INJURY:
Needles are very sharp. Use extreme caution when handling needles.
Solvent Selection 3. Disconnect from the air source.
Follow the paint manufacturer’s 4. After disconnecting, point the Airbrush into
recommendations for cleaning, solvent type, the spent solvent container and depress the
and disposing of used solvent. Trigger again to make sure no air remains.
WARNING! TO pREVENT FIRE, 5. Remove the Air Cap and Nozzle
IF A FLAMMABLE SOLVENT and soak them in solvent until clean.
NEEDS TO BE USED, Use old toothbrush and toothpicks
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ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING: to remove any paint.
a. Follow solvent manufacturer’s clean up CAUTION: Do not immerse Airbrush.
instructions and safety precautions.
Note: Do not use metal objects to clean the
b. Flush Airbrush a full hose Nozzle to prevent damage to the passages.
length from air compressor.
6. Inspect Needle. If it is bent, have it
c. If collecting flushed solvents in
replaced by a qualified technician.
metal container, transfer to nonmetal
container, and flush metal container. 7. Use appropriate solvent to wipe
d. Work far away from any ignition down Airbrush body.
sources in a vapor free area. 8. Lubricate Airbrush after cleaning.
e. Keep class ABC fire A non-silicon oil or a light lubricant may be
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extinguisher nearby. used on threaded connections before storing.
Storage
Store in a dry, secure area out of reach of children.
to unintended
objects.) 3. Too much air pressure. 3. Reduce air pressure.
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part Description Qty part Description Qty
1 Air Tip 1 12 Lid 1
2 O-Ring 1 13 Paint Jar 1
3 Air Tip Bushing 1 14 Mixing Jar Lid 1
4 Body 1 15 Mixing Jar 1
5 Handle 1 16 Air Hose 1
6 Nozzle 1 Air Line Adapter
17 1
7 Fluid Needle 1 (1/4″ NPT x M5 x 0.5)
8 O-Ring 1 18 O-Ring 1
9 Clip 1 19 Adjusting Screw 1
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10 Gasket 1 20 Propellant Can Lid 1
11 Siphon Tube 1 21 O-Ring 1
1 2 3 4 5
18
6 16
19
7
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8
20
14
12
10
15 21
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11 13
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Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality
and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from
defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase.
This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence
or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper installation,
normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death,
injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages
arising from the use of our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with
transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint
must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or
replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot
readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our
expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not
within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.