Paasche Airbrush FP-1/32 - Manual

INSTRUCTION AND PARTS LIST FP-7/01/2013
Supersedes Instruction & Parts List FP-5/01/2013
Paasche Airbrush Company
4311 North Normandy Avenue
Chicago, IL 60634-1395
Phone: 773-867-9191 • Fax: 773-867-9198
Website: paascheairbrush.com
E-Mail: [email protected]
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
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 MU-72 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 MU-72
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-71 Handle and removing the spring. Loosen the VL-141
Locknut and then remove the needle for cleaning.
ADJUSTING OR REPLACING WORN PACKING WASHER:
1. If PTFE Packing-#6 becomes worn or loose it must be
tightened or replaced.
2. You will need a small screwdriver to remove or tighten the
Packing Nut.
3. When replacing your PTFE Packing press Packing onto the
Packing Nut-#6. 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 Flow Pencil.
PRESSURE CUP APPLICATION (CUP NOT INCLUDED)
The ALP-42 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