Sealey Professional TOOLS AB932/K User manual

Fig.1.
IMPORTANT:PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL
REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS. USE THIS PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH
CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE
DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. PLEASE KEEP
INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.
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.
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2. INTRODUCTION
pWARNING! Ensure that Health and Safety, local authority and general workshop practice regulations
are adhered to when using tools.
3 Ensure that the air brush and accessories are in a clean, sound condition and good working order. Take
action for immediate repair or replacement of damaged parts. Use recommended parts only. The use of
unauthorised parts may be dangerous and will invalidate the warranty.
3Ensure the air brush supply hose is not tangled, twisted or pinched.
7DO NOT use air brush or accessories if damaged.
7DO NOT operate air brush while under the influence of drugs, alcohol or intoxicating medication, or if fatigued.
8DO NOT direct spray against yourself, other persons or animals, electrical equipment or the machine itself.
7DO NOT use the air brush for a task it is not designed to perform.
3Wear approved eye protection and a suitable respirator when painting. A full range of personal safety
equipment is available from your Sealey Dealer.
7DO NOT allow smoking or open flame in the work area.
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parts without prior notice. IMPORTANT: No liability is accepted for incorrect use of this equipment. WARRANTY: Guarantee is 12
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3. ASSEMBLY
Note: Numbers in brackets refer to item numbers on the
parts diagram.
3.1. Fit the jar cover with nozzle (23), or the paint cup (22) into
the frame (1) as shown in fig.1.
3.2. Screw one end of the air hose (26) onto the air hose connection
of the air brush and the other end onto the air supply.
3.3. To use a propellant can (Sealey Part No: AB/P) a regulator
valve/cap (Sealey Part No: AB930/11) is required, see fig.1.
3.4. To use a compressor (Sealey Model No: AB900) use the air
hose adaptor to connect the air hose to the compressor,as
shown in fig.1.
Issue: 1
Date: 29/04/04
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Item Part No Description Item Part No Description
1AB932/01 Frame 14 AB932/14 Tail cover
2AB932/02 O-Ring 15 AB932/15 Trigger
3AB932/03 Nozzle assembly 16 AB932/16 Micro adjust screw
4AB932/04 Fluid tip 17 AB932/17 Valve assembly
5AB932/05 Fixing nut 22 AB932/22 Paint cup
6AB932/06 Fixing cap 23 AB932/23 Jar cover with nozzle
7AB932/07 Spacer 24 AB930/16 Jar, 22cc
8AB932/08 Needle guide assembly 25 AB930/17 Jar with cover, 60cc
12 AB932/12 Needle fixing screw 26 AB930/19 Air hose, 5ft
13 AB932/13 Fluid needle 27 AB931/31 Air hose adaptor, 1/4" BSP
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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Note: Numbers in brackets refer to item numbers on the parts diagram.
4.1. Mask the area which is NOT to be painted.
4.2. Ensure the object to be painted is free from dust and grease etc.
4.3. After mixing and thinning the paint, as instructed by the paint manufacturer, fill the paint jar or paint cup
just over half full.
Note: You can mix any colour combinations required for use with your air brush, but ONLYmix compatible paints,
i.e mix enamels with enamels, lacquers with lacquers and so on. Mix thoroughly, making sure that the
paint is free from lumps. It may be necessary to strain the paint first.
4.4. Turn the air ON and test your spray on old newspaper or other material to get the feel of your air brush.
Note: When using quick drying paints, it is advisable to clean or immerse the fluid end of the air brush in a
compatible solvent between sprays.
Regulator valve/cap
Adaptor for compressor
PARTS LISTING FOR:
AIR BRUSH KIT
MODEL: AB932/K
INSTRUCTIONS FOR:
AIR BRUSH KIT
MODEL: AB932/K
AB932/K - 1 - 29/04/04
Air brush kit including the AB932 professional gun and a comprehensive set of accessories including knife set
and air brush holder. Supplied in carry-case. Ideal for the serious air brush artist, or professional artist.
CONTENTS: AB932 professional gun with one 22cc and one 60cc paint jar.Knife set.
One 100cc container of cleaning fluid. Small pot of light grease.
Air brush stand. Soft paint brush.
Four additional 22cc paint mixing/storage jars.

CAUTION: ENSURE ADEQUATE VENTILATION. DO NOT SPRAY NEAR
NAKED FLAMES.
KEEP AIR BRUSH
PARALLEL TO SURFACE
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
SURFACE
START
MOTION
HERE
PRESS
TRIGGER
HERE
RELEASE
TRIGGER
HERE
FOLLOW
THROUGH
MOTION
KEEP MOTION
STEADY AND SPRAY
Note: Numbers in brackets refer to item numbers on the parts diagram.
Note: To achieve the best results when spraying it is always best to start with the air brush clean and totally free
from old paint deposits, dirt etc. Therefore the air brush should be thoroughly cleaned immediately
after each operation.
5.1. Remove the empty paint container, wipe the inside thoroughly, including the lid.
5.2. Fill the container half full of a compatible solvent and re-attach to the air brush.
5.3. Spray onto newspaper, this will clean the needle, nozzle assembly and fixing nut. Hold a soft cloth over
the fixing nut and spray again, this will force air and the compatible solvent back through the air brush and
clean the internal moving parts. Should the air brush become clogged with paint, dismantle the airbrush and
clean the component parts as follows:
5.3.1. Turn off the air and disconnect the air hose from the airbrush.
pWARNING! The fluid needle has a long sharp point and great care should be exercised when handling it.
5.3.2. Unscrew the tail cover (14), unscrew the needle securing nut (8A) and carefully withdraw the needle and
needle guide assembly (8).
5.3.3. Unscrew the needle fixing nut (5) and the nozzle assembly (3). Note: Should the nozzle assembly require
soaking in a compatible solvent, remove the O-ring (2) to prevent damage.
5.3.4. Clean and dry the component parts taking great care with the needle to ensure it does not get bent.
5.3.5. Should the needle need to be replaced, unscrew the needle securing screw (12), withdraw the needle and
replace with a new one (Sealey Part No: AB932/13).
5. CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
THE PROBLEM
Paint Runs.
Grainy Spray.
Paint Splattering.
Curved Stroke.
Paint Spitting.
Restricted Spray.
Bubbles in Paint Jar
Erratic Spray
6. TROUBLESHOOTING
THE CAUSE
Too much paint applied.
Moving air brush too slowly along workpiece.
Not releasing trigger at the end of stroke.
Paint too thick.
Dried paint deposits on tip, needle or regulator.
Needle snapping back into tip.
Air brush arcing too close to object.
Needle snapping back into tip.
Regulator screwed in too tight.
Paint tube in pot clogged.
Regulator open too loose.
Paint tube in pot clogged.
Fluid needle bent or paint deposits on needle.
THE SOLUTION
Hold brush further away from object.
Press trigger lightly.
Move at a constant speed.
Release trigger at end of stroke.
Thin paint.
Clean air brush thoroughly,
(as described above).
Release needle gently.
Keep air brush parallel to the object,
unless curved stroke is desired.
Release needle gently.
Loosen regulator.
Clean as described above.
Tighten regulator.
Clean as described above.
Replace needle or clean as
required.
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NOTE: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specifications and component
parts without prior notice.
IMPORTANT: No liability is accepted for incorrect use of this equipment.
WARRANTY: Guarantee is 12 months from purchase date. proof of which will be required for any claim.
INFORMATION: For a copy of our latest catalogue and promotions, call us on 01284 757525 and leave your full name and address
including your postcode.
Sole UK Distributor, Sealey Group, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk.
email Web
www.sealey.co.uk
4.5. Make any necessary spray adjustments. The paint spray pattern can be adjusted by turning the fixing nut
(5). The nut is fully closed when it has been turned clockwise to the stop point. The volume of paint
dispensed can be adjusted by varying the backward movement of the trigger (15). This can be pre-set
using the micro adjust screw (16).
4.6. Holding the air brush about 6 inches from the surface press the trigger (15) down. Using short strokes, move
the air brush at a steady rate, parallel to the surface, fig.2.
4.7. 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.
4.8. Once you are satisfied 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, fig.3.
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5.5. Re-assemble the air brush as follows:
5.5.1. Refit the O-ring removed in paragraph 4.3.3 and screw the nozzle assembly (3) onto the frame (1).
5.5.2. Refit the needle securing nut (8A).
5.5.3. Position the trigger (15) inside the slot in the frame (1) such that the base sits on top of the air valve.
5.5.4. Insert the spacer (7) such that the convex face of the upper section rests against the trigger (15).
5.5.5. Insert the needle (13) into the needle guide assembly (8) and secure by tightening the needle fixing screw (12).
5.5.6. Carefully insert the needle centrally into the frame (1) and secure by tightening the needle securing nut (8A).
5.5.7. Refit the tail cover (14).