Paasche Airbrush MILLENNIUM Datasheet

INSTRUCTIONS AND PARTS LIST IL-8/31/2011
Supersedes Instructions & Parts List MIL-4/27/2011
WARNING: Spray materials may be harmful if inhaled or
allowed to come into contact with the skin or eyes. Consult
the product label and Material Safety Data Sheet supplied
for the spray material. Follow all safety precautions.
CAUTION: Well Ventilated Area Required to remove
fumes, dust or overspray. Secure airhose to Airbrush
with V-62 Wrench for safety and to prevent air leaks.
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DOUBLE ACTION–INTERNAL MIX–
SIPHON FEED - PTFE Packings.
INTRODUCTlON:
Paasche® model MILLENIUM features hand crafted construction using quality materials. The bodies are machined brass, polished and
chrome plated. Fluid tips are made from nickel silver, needles are stainless steel, the packing washer is PTFE and the handle is anodized
aluminum. This airbrush, preferred by professional and hobbyist alike, permits great flexibility in regulation of color and air without work
stoppage. Different size aircaps, tips and needles are quickly interchangeable to allow greater diversity in materials and coverage.
Head Sizes - Patterns - Fluid Thickness
Size 1 - Tip size .022 inches or .55mm
- Used for fine detail. Pencil Line to 1'' patterns
- Paint must be thinned further than 3 & 5 heads
Size 3 -Tip size .029 inches or .73mm
-Less detail than the size 1 head. 1/32'' to 1-1/2'' patterns
-Can spray slightly thicker paint than size 1 head
Size 5 -Tip Size .042 inches or 1.06mm
- Less detail than the size 3 head. 1/16'' to 2'' patterns
- Can spray slightly thicker paint than size 3 head
Working Pressures:
• Operating pressures 20-55 PSI; Maximum pressure 75 PSI
• 20-30 PSI is best for detail spraying w/ properly thinned paint
• Use the higher pressures for thicker material where fine detail is not critical or thin the paint to allow lower pressures.
Equipment Set-up:
The Airbrush is held in the same manner as a pen, with the index finger comfortably over the Trigger.
1. Attach airhose to air supply and to airbrush. If regulator is being used, set pressure between 20 -30 PSI.
2. Attach the color cup or bottle assembly to color socket.
Airbrush Operation:
1. Press down on Trigger to release air and pull back on Trigger to control quantity of color.
2. To spray a fine line without heavy ends, start moving the airbrush without release of color. Then start the color at the beginning of
line and stop the color at the end, but continue the motion of the airbrush after the color has stopped.
3. Practice this movement until you can spray a fine line or a broad pattern without heavy build up at the beginning or end of your strokes.
4. Speed of movement controls density of color and fading effects at beginning and end of strokes.
5. For detail, hold the airbrush very close to the surface push down for air and pull back very slowly on the Trigger to release a small
amount of paint.
6. For background work and broad effects, hold the airbrush away from the work surface and pull back on Trigger to release required
amount of color.
7. For stippling remove the aircap, push down on the Trigger and pump the Trigger forward and back. Adjust the air pressure
between 15 and 50 PSI for desired stipple effect.
8. For more instruction see the “22 Airbrush Lessons for Beginners” booklet enclosed with your airbrush.
Printed in the U.S.A.
Paasche Airbrush Company
4311 North Normandy Avenue
Chicago, IL 60634-1395
Phone: [phone] • Fax: [phone]
Website: paascheairbrush.com
E- ail: [email protected]

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MI LLENNIUM Components
NO. PART DESCRIPTION
2. XI-41 Needle Protecting Cap
3. VLH-1, 3 or 5 ead (Sizes 1 & 5 Optional)
4. VLT-1, 3 or 5 Tip (Sizes 1 & 5 Optional)
5. IL-2 Shell Assembly
7. U-612 PTFE Packing & Packing Nut
(sold as set)
8. IL-13 Trigger
9. IL-4 Rocker Assembly
10. IL-11 Spring
11. V-136A Needle Adjusting Sleeve
12. VL-141 Locknut
13. VLN-1, 3 or 5 Needle (1 & 5 Optional)
13a. VL-54 Reamer (Optional)
NO. PART DESCRIPTION
14. IL-12 ‘O’ Ring
15. IL-10 Cut-Away Aluminum andle
15a. TAL-34 andle & Stop Assembly - allows for
preset paint flow (Optional)
16. IL-9 Valve Casing
17. A-53 Valve ‘O’ Ring (pack of 6, Optional)
18. VL-214 Valve Plunger (with A-53 ‘O’ Ring)
19. A-22 Valve Spring
20. A-23R Air Valve Nut
Optional items:
VL-227-1, 3, or 5 Multiplehead (Specify Size)
2. VLH-1, 3 or 5 ead
3. VLT-1, 3 or 5 Tip
4-4a. VLN-1, 3 or 5 Needle

RE OVING/REPLAClNG THE NEEDLE AND HANDLE
1. Unscrew the handle and loosen the Locknut #12 by turning counterclockwise. Depress the Trigger #8 and hold in Down position while
removing or inserting the needle. This assures the needle moves freely through the trigger. Gently remove the needle, rotating if
necessary, Do NOT force out!
2. A loose needle can cause sputtering if there is any air leakage around the needle and Packing & Nut Assembly #7. If there is no
noticeable drag on the needle by the packing, then tighten Nut of the Packing & Nut Assembly #7.
3. Inspect the condition of the needle. If it is bent or misshapen in any way, replace it with a new needle. A bent needle can damage or
split the Tip #4 causing bubbles or a rough spray pattern.
4. old trigger in DOWN position, insert the new needle into the Rocker Assembly #9. Gently push needle through, rotating if necessary,
until the needle stops in the front of the tip.
5. Release trigger and tighten locknut by turning clockwise.
REPLACING THE TRIGGER
If the Trigger #8 is removed, it must be replaced inside the airbrush shell, before the Rocker Assembly #9 and needle are re-inserted.
1. old trigger so the opening in the lever is in-line with the opening in the end of the airbrush shell and the smooth side of the trigger
stem is to the rear.
2. Insert trigger so the bottom of the stem covers the round top of the valve plunger.
4. Once the trigger has been inserted into the slot on the top of the shell, you will be able to press down on the trigger and it will return
to the up position when released. Proceed to replace rocker assembly and balance of parts as above. The needle when inserted will
prevent the removal of the trigger.
REPLACING THE TIP:
1. Remove handle, loosen Locknut #12 and withdraw needle about one inch (1").
2. Un-screw the ead #3 and remove. The Tip #4 can now be easily removed by hand. If stuck in shell tap lightly with wrench.
3. Place a new tip into position and tighten head to shell with a wrench. Push needle forward until it seats fully forward in tip and tighten
locknut.
ADJUSTING OR REPLACING WORN PACKING WASHER:
1. If PTFE Packing #7 becomes worn or loose it must be tightened or replaced.
2. You will need a small screwdriver to remove or tighten the Packing Nut #7.
3. When replacing your PTFE Packing press packing onto the Packing Nut #7. Use a small screwdriver to tighten packing nut into shell
until it is tight then back out one-half turn, may vary.
4. Now insert needle - you should feel a slight resistance. If too loose or too tight adjust the packing nut with screwdriver until you feel
some slight resistance.
5. Now completely re-assemble guts of airbrush.
CLEANING THE AIRBRUSH:
1. Paint passes from the bottle connection forward so the trigger area back will most likely not need cleaning.
2. You can back flush the paint into your bottle by covering the Needle Protector with your finger and pressing down on the trigger and
pulling slightly back. This forces paint from the fluid passage back into the bottle. Never use open cup for back flushing.
3. In between color changes or before storing the airbrush attach bottle with appropriate cleaner and spray into sink until it runs clear.
4. Remove needle and wipe clean then replace.
5. If paint has dried for a time you can remove the front tip, and head for soaking or soak just the front of the airbrush in cleaner.
6. Any paint cleaner is fine. Keep trigger area dry if soaking.
PERSONAL SETTINGS:
Needle Adjustment Sleeve- Used to increase or decrease spring tension for the trigger pull back. Thread into the shell until the trigger
stroke feels comfortable. Threading in until it stops can cause the trigger to jam.
Line Adjustment Assembly- Used to preset paint flow. When rotated clockwise the trigger will retract opening the fluid passage. This
allows a set paint flow when only pushing down on the trigger.
TROUBLESHOOTING:
Bubbling in cup
1. VL ead #3 needs to be wrench tightened
Skipping or spitting:
1. Paint too thick -Reduce with thinner
2. Tip not seated -Tighten VL ead with wrench
3. Tip split or damaged needle -Replace tip or needle
4. Needle or tip dirty -Clean and replace
5. Air pressure too low -Increase pressure or thin paint further (need 20 or more PSI to spray most paints)
Airbrush not spraying:
1. Clogged tip -Remove tip and clean
2. Needle not moving -Tighten needle locknut
3. Loose VL ead -Wrench tighten
4. Low air pressure -Increase pressure (need 20 or more PSI to spray most paints)
5. Bottle vent hole plugged -Use needle or pin to clear air hole
Sprays double line or heavy to one side:
1. Split tip or bent needle - Replace
2. Dirty tip or needle - Remove and clean
3. Tip not centered in head - Remove head and clean airbrush seat and tip seat then reassemble. Use wrench for head
Jammed trigger or poor trigger motion:
1. Adjust Needle Adj. Sleeve - Screw or unscrew the sleeve to lessen or increase tension on trigger motion
2. Paint leaking to trigger area - Remove guts of airbrush and slightly tighten packing or replace if needed
3. Lubricate needle and trigger - Apply lubricant to needle shaft and trigger slot area
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NO.PART NO. DESCRIPTION
1. VL-1/4-OZ Metal Color Cup (7cc)
2. VL-1/2-OZ Color Bottle Assembly (14.5cc)
VL1/2 1/2 oz. Cover Assembly
VF-17 Color Tube
3. VL-1-OZ Color Bottle Assembly (29cc)
VL1 1 oz. Cover Assembly
VF-17 Color Tube
5-G Gasket
4. VL-3-OZ Color Bottle Assembly (88cc)
VL3 3 oz. Cover Assembly
VF-14 Color Tube
3-JG Gasket
5. PCVL-3-OZ Nylon Cover/Metal Tube Bottle
Assembly (88cc)
PCVL3 Nylon Cover Assembly
VF-14 Metal Color Tube
3-JG Gasket
6. VLP-3-OZ Plastic Bottle Assembly (88cc)
VL3 3 oz. Cover Assembly
VF-14 Color Tube
3-JG Gasket
7. VL-2-OZ Aluminum Cup Assembly (60cc)
VF-2-5/8 Color Tube
3-JG Gasket
8. VLD-3-OZ Decorator Bottle Assembly (88cc)
VLD3 3 oz. Cover Assembly
VF-14 Color Tube
3-JG Gasket
MILLENNIUM ACCESSORIES
MILLENNIUM CUP AND BOTTLE ASSE BLIES
NO.PART NO. DESCRIPTION
9. VL-127 Strainer for PTFE White Color Tubes Only
10. A-34 anger
11. V-62 Wrench
12. T Moisture Trap (Do-It-Yourself Installation)
13. HP-1/8 PVC Red Plastic Airhose w/cplgs.
14. A-1/8 Braided Airhose w/Couplings
15. AC-20 1/8"-1/4"-40 Coupling (To Airbrush)
16. AC-1/8 -1/4" Coupling (To Compressor)
PART NO. DESCRIPTION
F-143 Red Plastic andle
R-75 Reg. & Filter w/Gauge
VL-54 Reamer
D500 Air Compressor (115v.,60cyl.)
HSSB-22-16 obby-Shop Spray Booth
PP-1, 3 or 5 Paint Picker Aircap for easy removal of
dried paint. Match to Tip.
A-194 Deluxe Airbrush anger
Accessories not shown
D500 AIR COMPRESSOR (1/8 H.P.) (ETL Listed)
Economical and suitable for all airbrushes spraying properly
thinned fluids. It is capable of delivering up to 35 P.S.I.
operating pressure depending on airbrush being used. The
Paasche D500 is an oilless piston compressor. It operates on
110-120 Volt, 1 phase, 60 z, and delivers .4 C.F.M. @ 20
P.S.I.
Shipping Weight: 8 lbs. (3.6kg)
D220R AIR CO PRESSOR (1/6 H.P.), with Switch
& R-75 Regulator
Economical and suitable for all airbrushes spraying
properly thinned fluids. It is capable of delivering 30 -
45 P.S.I. operating pressure depending on airbrush
being used. The Paasche D220R is an oilless
diaphragm unit and comes with the R-75
Regulator/Filter with gauge. It operates on 110-120
Volt, 1 phase, 60 z, and delivers .7 C.F.M. @ 20
P.S.I. R75 Regulator will regulate up to 45 P.S.I.
depending on usage (intermittent or constant) and
size of airbrush being used.
Shipping Weight: 11 lbs. (5kg)
DA300R AIR COMPRESSOR (1/6 H.P.)
with Switch CSA approved & R-75 Re ulator
1/8 .P. Piston Compressor with Auto shutoff.
Compressor shuts off when airbrush is not in use.
Operating pressure is 20 - 30 P.S.I. depending on
airbrush being used, delivers up to 35 psi. 120 VAC, 1
Ph, 60 z, 1.4 A, 20L/Min. (0.7CFM), Noise 53dB,
1720 rpm.
Shipping Weight: 9.14 lbs. (4.6 kgs)
DA400R AIR COMPRESSOR (1/6 H.P.)
1/6 .P. Piston Compressor with Auto shutoff.
Compressor shuts off when airbrush is not in use.
Operating pressure 30 - 50 PSI depending on
airbrush being used, delivers up to 55 psi.. 110-
120VAC, 1 Ph, 60 z, 42L/Min. (1.48CFM), 1720 rpm.
With R-75 Regulator & Moisture Trap included.
Shipping Weight: 12.2 lbs. (5.6 kgs)
Recommended Compressors and Acessories