Sealey AB9321 Gravity Feed Air Brush Kit

1. SAFETY

 WARNING! Ensure that Health and Safety, local authority and general workshop practice regulations are adhered to when using tools.

 WARNING! Air brushes produce a ne mist of paint and solvents which may be harmful by inhalation.

9 Always wear suitable protective breathing equipment which can be obtained from your local Sealey Dealer.

9 For a better understanding of the risks involved with any particular paint or solvent read the warnings on the containers and follow

the advice given. Also take measures to protect the eyes and skin from contact with paint and solvents. A full range of personal safety

equipment is available from your Sealey stockist.

8 DO NOT operate the air brush near other people unless they are wearing the same protective equipment.

8 DO NOT eat or drink when using the air brush.

8 DO NOT operate air brush while under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or intoxicating medication, or if fatigued.

8 DO NOT direct spray against yourself, other persons or animals or electrical equipment.

8 DO NOT use the air brush for a task it is not designed to perform.

9 Always ensure adequate ventilation in the work area.

9 Always disconnect from the air supply before dismantling the air brush for cleaning and maintenance.

8 DO NOT leave the air brush connected to the air supply when unattended.

2. INTRODUCTION

Metal body construction with built-in gravity feed pot. Double-action trigger providing precision control of paint ow. Supplied tted with

0.3mm nozzle. Includes alternative 0.2 and 0.5mm set-ups, 1.8m small-bore hose, adjustment spanner and pipette. Supplied in storage

case.

Model No: ..........................................................AB9321

Cup Capacity: ........................................................... 7cc

Nozzle Size(s): ....................................... 0.2, 0.3, 0.5mm

Working Pressure: ............................................. 15-50psi

5. OPERATION

Thank you for purchasing a Sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard, this product will, if used according to these instructions,

and properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.

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 WARNING! Ensure adequate ventilation.

8 DO NOT spray near naked ames.

5.1. Mask the area which is NOT to be painted.

movement of the trigger (Fig.1B). This can be pre-set using the micro adjust screw (Fig.1C).

5.6. Holding the air brush about 15cm inches from the surface press the trigger (Fig.1A) down. Using short strokes, move the air brush at a

steady rate, parallel to the surface, see Fig.2.

5.7. Apply a light coat of paint, let it dry, then apply another coat. Continue with this method until the desired coverage is reached

DO NOT spray too heavily.

NOTE: When using quick drying paints, it is advisable to clean or immerse the uid end of the air brush in a compatible solvent

between sprays.

5.8. Once you are satised with the results of your test pieces and have made any necessary adjustments to the air brush, continue with

the task to be performed. Best results are achieved with a good constant motion. Start the motion before pressing the trigger and follow

a through motion after releasing the trigger, see Fig.3.

6.1.2. Spray into a suitable container, this will clean the needle and nozzle assembly. Hold a soft cloth over the xing nut and spray again, this

will force air and the compatible solvent back through the air brush and clean the internal moving parts.

6.2. Should the air brush become clogged with paint, dismantle the air brush and clean the component parts as follows:

NOTE: Numbers in brackets refer to item numbers on the parts diagram.

6.2.1. Turn off the air and disconnect the air hose from the air brush.

 WARNING! The uid needle has a long sharp point and great care should be exercised when handling it.

6.2.2. Unscrew the needle cover (16) from the main body of the air brush and slide it off.

6.2.3. Unscrew the needle xing screw (13) and slide it off the needle. Carefully withdraw the uid needle (5) and place it somewhere safe to

avoid bending it or damaging the sharp point.

6.2.4. Unscrew the nozzle caps (1,2) from the front of the air brush.

for a while before the paint will come off. Take great care not to bend the needle when cleaning it and avoid the sharp point.

6.3. Reassemble the cleaned air brush as follows:

6.3.1. Replace ‘O’ ring (4) onto the nozzle assembly (3) and screw nozzle into place on body (8A).

8 DO NOT overtighten as this may restrict the effectiveness of the spray pattern.

6.3.2. Position the lever (9) into the opening in the top of the air brush so that it sits on top of the air valve.

6.3.3. The slot in the stem of the lever should be orientated to allow the needle to pass through it when the needle is re-inserted.

6.3.4. Insert the lever guide (10) into the rear opening of the air brush body such that the convex face of the upper section rests against the

lever.

6.3.5. Screw the needle guide assembly (12, 13, 14 & 15) into the back of the air brush until it makes contact with the curved lever (10).

Continue to screw it in until the trigger moves forwards.

7. TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

Paint Runs. Too much paint applied.

Moving air brush too slowly along workpiece.

Press trigger lightly.

Move at a faster speed.

Grainy Spray. Paint too thick.

Dried paint deposits on tip, needle or regulator.

Thin paint.

Clean air brush, as described above.

Paint Splattering. Needle snapping back into tip. Release needle gently.

Curved Stroke. Air brush not being kept parallel to work. Keep air brush parallel to the work, unless curved stroke is desired.

Paint Spitting. Needle snapping back into tip.

Paint too thick.

Release needle gently.

Thin paint.

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sorted, taken to a recycling centre and disposed of in a manner which is compatible with the environment. When

the product becomes completely unserviceable and requires disposal, drain any uids (if applicable) into approved

containers and dispose of the product and uids according to local regulations.

WEEE REGULATIONS

Dispose of this product at the end of its working life in compliance with the EU Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic

Equipment (WEEE). When the product is no longer required, it must be disposed of in an environmentally protective way. Contact

your local solid waste authority for recycling information.

NOTE: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specications and component parts

without prior notice.

IMPORTANT: No Liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product.

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