Grizzly G5354 instruction manual Operations, Spraying, To use your airbrush

SECTION 4: OPERATIONS

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.

Model G5354 Airbrush

Spraying

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.

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