paasche FP-1/32 Manual
INSTRUCTION AND PARTS LIST FP-8/2005
Supersedes Instruction & Parts List FP-6/2004
Paasche Airbrush Company
4311 North Normandy
Chicago, IL 60634-1395
Phone: 773-867-9191 • Fax: 773-867-9198
Website: paascheairbrush.com
E-Mail: info@paascheairbrush.com
Comes with LN-1/32"(Assembled) and LN-1/64", 3/64", and 1/16" Nibs loose
Total Length of Flow Pencil is 5 -1/2 inches.
HAPK Kit comes with one size nib only
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Printed in the U.S.A.
INTRODUCTION:
The FP-1/32" Flow Pencil is used extensively by
Designers, Sculptors, Hobbyists, Crafters, Ceramicists,
Artists, Bakers, Furniture Manufacturers, and others to
beautify their products. The Flow Pencil is easy to control
and operate.
MIXING COLORS:
1. Proper mixing of colors is essential for continuous
and uninterrupted striping.
2. Mix colors into a free flowing consistency, strain to
remove any lumps.
3. Do not mix color in cup of Flow Pencil, use a separate
container and pour into cup only when color flows
freely.
4. Increase color to heavier consistency for wider
stripes.
COLOR ADJUSTMENTS:
1. Remove MU-20 Cover, and pour premixed free
flowing color into cup, then replace cover.
2. If necessary, blow thru the vent hole located in the
center of the MU-20 Cover to start flow of heavier
materials the first time, after which color should feed
freely by gravity. If it does not flow it is too heavy.
3. Turning the N-20 Adjusting Screw will control the
stroke of the MU-65 Finger Lever Assembly which
controls the flow of color.
OPERATION:
1. Hold the FP-1/32" Flow Pencil in your hand as you
would a pencil or brush and place your finger lightly
over the MU-65 Finger Lever. When ready to stripe,
pull back on the MU-65 Finger Lever. The Flow
Pencil should be moved in a backward motion (away
from the paint) after the color has begun to flow,
never push it into the paint.
2. Regulate the flow to the desired feed rate by turning
N-20 Adjusting Screw.
3. Keep vent hole in the MU-20 Cover open.
4. Practice striping before working on finished product.
5. Correct adjustment of controls and skill of operation
will result in uninterrupted and continuous striping.
CARE AND CLEANING:
1. Before storing FP-1/32" Flow Pencil clean it thoroughly.
Empty remaining color from the cup and rinse it with
solvent. Pull back on the MU-65 Finger Lever and allow
solvent to flow through cup, shell and nib.
2. If color has hardened in hole of nib use a tooth pick or
needle dipped in solvent to remove accumulation.
3. MU-49 Needle is held in position by MU-57 Needle
Chuck and VL-141 Locknut. Remove the needle by
unscrewing the MU-64 Handle and removing the
spring. Loosen the VL-141 Locknut and then remove
the needle for cleaning.
PRESSURE CUP APPLICATION (CUP NOT INCLUDED)
The ALP-32 Pressure Cup can be used for heavy
consistency colors for embossed or raised lines. A power
plunger pressurizes the liquid for color feed that is more
consistent with heavier materials.
WARNING: Striping 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.
FP-1/32"
Flow Pencil
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS & REPLACEMENT PARTS
Page 2 FP-1/32" Flow Pencil Parts List
No. Part No. Description
1MU-20 Cover (only)
2MU-21 Cup (only) Aluminum
3MU-9 Tip Nut
4LN-1/32" Nib (1/64",3/64" & 1/16" Sizes)
5MU-48 Shell Assembly
6MU-61 Packing Washer
7MU-62 Packing Nut
8MU-65 Finger Lever Assembly
9VL-135A Button
10 MU-63 Rocker Shaft
11 MU-64 Handle
12 N-21 Locknut
13 N-20 Adjusting Screw
14 MU-57 Needle Chuck
15 MU-49 Needle
No. Part No. Description
16 VL-141 Locknut
17 MU-60 Needle Stop Tube
18 VL-140 Spring
Optional Accessories
24 ALP-32 Pressure Cup
25 MU-25 Rod & Cap Assembly
26 MU-69 Nut
27 MU-67 Cover (only)
28 MU-26 Spring
29 MU-70 Piston
30 MT-21 “O” Ring
31 MU-21 Cup (only) Aluminum
FP-1/32" FLOW PENCIL (WITH EXTRA NIBS: LN-1/64", 3/64" AND 1/16")
HAPK KIT comes with one size nib only
Nibs are grooved as follows:
LN-1/64" has one (1) groove
LN-1/32" has two (2) grooves
LN-3/64" has three (3) grooves
LN-1/16" has four (4) grooves
