Model G5354 Airbrush
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SECTION 4: OPERATIONS
The paint you use with this brush should
be thinned to the consistency of 2% milk.
Strain paint with a coffee filter when pour-
ing it into the jar.
Keep in mind that paint dries quickly inside
the airbrush. If you plan to stop spraying
for a few minutes, flush the airbrush with
cleaning solution (see
Page 11
) through
the siphon tube.
To use your airbrush:
1.
Read and follow the paint manufactur-
er's instructions for spraying, mixing,
safety, and disposal.
2.
Ensure the jar or metal cup is securely
mounted to the airbrush and all other
fittings are secure to avoid leaks.
3.
Set the inlet air pressure to between
15-50 PSI, depending on the paint
manufacturer recommendations (nor-
mal operating pressure is 30 PSI.)
4.
Fill the jar or metal cup with premixed
material.
5
. Press the trigger down and pull back to
spray. Trial-and-error, along with a lot
of practice, are necessary to achieve
desirable results. Test your material
flow and spray pattern on a piece of
cardboard or scrap material. Seek out-
side resources to educate yourself on
airbrush techniques.
The airbrush is factory set for the most
common spray pattern and fluid flow.
Adjust the spray regulator or needle
chuck to change this setting.
EXPLOSION HAZARD! DO NOT
smoke or have any source of flame
or spark near spraying. Vapors will
explode if ignited.
RESPIRATORY HAZARD! Always use
a NIOSH approved respirator when
using spray equipment. Failure to
protect your lungs can lead to respi-
ratory illness and nervous system
damage.
TOXIC FUMES! Always use an
approved spray booth or well ven-
tilated area when spraying. NEVER
spray in a confined space where
toxic fumes and flammable vapors
can accumulate to deadly levels.
Spraying
