paasche VL Series Parts list manual

INSTRUCTIONS AND PARTS LIST VL-4/20/2023
VL – Airbrush
Double Action - Internal
Mix - Siphon Feed
INTRODUCTlON:
Paasche® model VL features hand crafted
construction using quality materials. The
body is machined brass, polished and
chrome plated. Fluid tips are nickel silver,
needles are stainless steel & the needle
packing is PTFE. Preferred by professional
and hobbyist alike.
Airbrush Operation:
1. Press down on Trigger to release air and pull back on Trigger to control quantity of color.
2. To spray a ne 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 until you can spray a ne 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 e󰀨ects at beginning and end of strokes.
5. For detail, hold the airbrush very close to the surface and then 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 e󰀨ects, hold the airbrush away from the work surface and pull back
on Trigger to release required amount of color.
Head Sizes - Patterns - Fluid Thickness
Size 1 - Tip size .55mm Size 3 -Tip size .73mm Size 5 -Tip Size 1.06mm
- Pencil Line to 1’’ patterns -1/32’’ to 1-1/2’’ patterns -1/16’’ to 1-1/2’’ patterns
-Paint thinned further than 3 & 5 -Thicker paint than size 1 -Thicker paint than size 3
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 ne 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 nger comfortably over the Trigger.
1. Attach airhose to air supply and to airbrush. If using a regulator, set pressure between 20 -30 PSI.
2. Attach the color cup or bottle assembly to color socket.
REMOVING/REPLAClNG THE NEEDLE AND HANDLE:
1. Unscrew the handle and loosen the Locknut #34 by turning counterclockwise. Depress the Trigger
#7 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. 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 #3 causing bubbles or a rough spray pattern.
3. Hold trigger in DOWN position, insert the new needle into the Rocker Assembly #28. Gently push
needle through, rotating if necessary. until the needle stops in the front of the tip.
4. Release trigger and tighten locknut by turning clockwise.
REPLACING THE TRIGGER:
( If the Trigger #7 is removed, it must be replaced inside the airbrush shell, before the Rocker Assembly #28
and needle are re-inserted. )
1. Hold the trigger so the opening in the lever is in-line with the opening in the end of the airbrush shell
and the at 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.
REPLACING THE TIP:
1. Remove handle, loosen Locknut #34 and withdraw needle about one inch (1”).
2. Un-screw the Head #2 and remove. The Tip #3 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.
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ADJUSTING OR REPLACING WORN PACKING WASHER:
1. If PTFE Packing #19 becomes worn or loose it must be tightened or replaced.
2. You will need a small screwdriver to remove or tighten the Packing Nut #19.
3. When replacing your PTFE Packing press packing onto the Packing Nut #19. 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 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 ush the paint into your bottle by covering the Needle Protector with your nger and then pressing
down on the trigger and pulling slightly back. This forces paint from the uid passage back into the bottle.
Never use open cup for back ushing.
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, you can remove the front tip and head for soaking, or you can soak just the front of the
airbrush in cleaner.
6. Use cleaner for the material you are spraying. Keep trigger area dry if soaking.
PERSONAL SETTINGS:
1. 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.
2. Line Adjustment Assembly - Used to preset paint ow. When rotated clockwise the trigger will retract
opening the uid passage. This allows a set paint ow when only pushing down on the trigger.
TROUBLESHOOTING:
Bubbling in cup:
1. VLH Head #2 must be wrench tightened
Skipping or spitting:
1. Paint too thick -Reduce with thinner
2. Tip not seated -Tighten VLH Head 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 (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 VLH Head - 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 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
2. Paint leaking to trigger area -
Remove internal part of airbrush and slightly tighten packing or replace if needed
3. Lubricate needle and trigger - Apply lubricant to needle shaft and trigger slot area
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. Maximum Air Pressure 75 P.S.I.
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Optional Items:
4. VLN-1POL Hand Polished Needle
5. VL-54 Reamer
6. VL-231 Slanted Trigger
23. A-53 Valve ‘O’ Ring (pack of 6)
36. HVL-202 Metal Handle with Cut-Out
37. VL-224 O-ring
VL-227-1, 3 or 5 Multiplehead (Specify Size)
VLH-1, 3 or 5 Head (Specify Size)
VLT-1, 3 or 5 Tip (Specify Size)
VLN-1, 3 or 5 Needle (Specify Size)
AIRHOSES W/FACTORY INSTALLED COUPLINGS
A-1/8-size Braided Airhose W/Couplings
(6’, 8’, 10’, 15’, 20’, 25’ & 50’)
HPB-1/8-10 PVC-Black Plastic Airhose W/Couplings
(10’)
NO. PART DESCRIPTION
1. XI-41 Needle Protecting Cap
2. VLH-1, 3 or 5 Head (Specify Size)
3. VLT-1, 3 or 5 Tip (Specify Size)
4. VLN-1, 3 or 5 Needle (Specify Size)
7. VL-229 Trigger
8. TAL-26 O-ring
12. VL-175 Line Adjustment Assembly
17. VL-163 Shell Assembly W/VL-20
19. MU-612 PTFE Packing & Packing Nut
21. VL-215 Air Valve Assembly
22. VL-20 Valve Casing
24. VL-214 Valve Plunger (with A-53)
25. A-22 Valve Spring
26. A-23R Air Valve Nut
27. VL-186 Needle Valve Assem. L/Needle
28. VL-191A Rocker Assembly
32. VL-140 Spring
33. VL-136A Needle Adjusting Sleeve
34. VL-141 Locknut
35. VL-134N Handle
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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. Maximum Air Pressure 75 P.S.I.
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VL-1/4-OZ
(1/4oz Metal) VL-3-OZ
(3oz Glass)
VL-1-OZ
(1oz Glass)
VLP-3-OZ
(3oz Plastic)
VL-2-OZ
(2oz Metal)
VLP-8-OZ
(8oz Plastic)
BA-60-3P
(3oz Plastic)
BA-60-1P
(1oz Plastic) BA-60-4P
(3oz Plastic)
BA-60-2P
(2oz Plastic)
e BA bottle assemblies are a new cover
conguration and all use plastic bottle.
e 2P and 4P are narrow neck and work
with most airbrush paint bottles like
Createx and Paasche
Accessories:
Cups & Bottles:
R-75
Regulator &
Moisture Trap
A-194
Airbrush Hanger
AC-7
Airbrush cleaning
brushes
HSSB-22-16
Hobby or artist airbrush spray booth
MT
Moisture Trap
A-191
Quick disconnect
AL-2
Airbrush Lube
D3000R
Airbrush compressor with tank