Clarke CAB 2P, 3110315 User guide

AIR BRUSH KIT
AIR BRUSH KIT
MODEL NO: CAB 2P
PART No: 3110315
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
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Please read these instructions carefully before operating the tool
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Air Brush Kit Before using the device, please read this manual thoroughly and carefully follow all instruc­tions given. This is for your own safety and that of others around you, and is also to help you achieve long and trouble free service from your new tool.
CLARKE GUARANTEE
This CLARKE product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase.
This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was intended.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can be returned to us without prior permission.
This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.
PARTS
Fig.1
SPECIFICATIONS
Model : ................................................................................................ CAB 2P
Part No : ............................................................................................. 3110315
Air Consumption : .................................................................... 0.4 - 0.8 CFM
Recommended Air Pressure : ...................................................... 15 - 45 PSI
Fine Tip Fluid Nozzle : .......................................................................... 0.3mm
Adjustable Spray Pattern : ................................................. 1/32” to 1,1/2”
ACCESSORIES
A wide range of Airline accessories is available, including Filter/Regulators, High Pressure Hoses from 5 to 100 Metres, etc. Contact your CLARKE dealer for further information, or CLARKE International Sales Department on 01992 565300
Please note that the details and specifications contained herein are correct at the time of going to
prior notice. Always consult the machines data plate
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Item Part No. Description Qty Item Part No. Description Qty
01 AB-11901 Air Brush Frame 1 13 AB-11913 Fluid-Needle Assembly 1
02 AB-11902 ‘O’ Ring 1 14 AB-11914 Tai l Cover 1
03 AB-11903 Spray Nozzle Assembly 1 15 AB-11915 Trigger 1
04 AB-11904 Fluid Tip-Fine 1 16 AB-11916 Micro Adjust Screw 1
05 AB-11905 Air Cap 1 17 AB-11917 Valve Assy 1
06 AB-11906 Air Cap Protector 1 18 AB-11918 ‘O’ Ring 1
07 AB-11907 Back Lever 1 19 AB-11919 Relief Valve Stem 1
08 AB-11908 Needle Securing Sleeve 1 20 AB-11920 Spring For Valve 1
09 AB-11909 Needle Sleeve 1 21 AB-11921 Screw For Valve 1
10 AB-11910 Spring 1 22 AB-11922 Paint Cup 1
11 AB-11911 Needle Securing Nut 1 23 AB-11923 Jar Cover 1
12 AB-11912 Needle Secure Screw 1 24 AB-11924 Regulator Cap 1
(Not Shown)
IMPORTANT:
The use of parts other than CLARKE replacement parts may result in safety hazards, decreased tool performance and may invalidate your warranty.
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Should it be necessary to strip completely, continue from “h” page 4 as follows.
2a) Holding trigger in position with thumb,
unscrew and remove needle securing sleeve (item 08).
2b) Remove trigger and Back lever (items
15 & 07).
To reassemble proceed as follows.
3a) carry out steps 1a - 1e above, Then
continue as follows.
3b) Screw needle securing sleeve into air
brush frame until the end appears in trigger slot.
Note : this is a temporary position only.
3c) Insert trigger into slot on top of air brush
frame, this should be fitted with
to enable needle to pass through , (see Fig. 1), Hold in place with thumb or forefinger.
Note these will both fall out.
needle slot in line with air brush frame
Fig. 1
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3d) Carefully insert needle through needle
securing nut until it seats firmly in fluid tip.
3e) Unscrew and remove needle securing
screw, (leave needle in place).
3f) Turn air brush upside down (trigger
facing downwards).
3g) Place back lever on needle with cuve
facing away from air brush frame.
3h) Insert leg of lever into air brush frame.
3i) Using small screwdriver, push lever into
air brush until leg falls through trigger
slot.
3j) Tilt air brush 45º approx, (air cap facing
downwards).
3k) Screw needle securing sleeve into air
brush until undercut lines up with frame, (see Fig. 2).
Fig. 2
3j) Ensure needle is still seated in fluid tip,
hold securing sleeve with thumb and forefinger, tighten securing nut, (finger tight only).
3k) Continue from 1i - 1k.
AIR SUPPLY
Tools of this type, operate on a wide range of air pressures. It is recommended that air pressure to this air brush does not exceed 45 PSI (3.1bar).
Water in the air line could cause damage to the air brush, ensure it is properly maintained at all times.
The recommended procedure to connect this Brush to an air supply when using a compressor, is shown at fig. 1 on inside front cover
Line pressure, or hose inside diameter, should be increased to compensate for unusually long air hoses (over 10m). Minimum hose diameter should be 6mm (¼") ID., and fittings should have the same inside dimensions.
WARNING
Compressed air can be dangerous. Ensure that you are thoroughly familiar with all precautions relating to the use
of compressors and compressed air
supply.
ASSEMBLY
Connect one end of the mini air hose (supplied), to the air brush. If using a compressor, connect a suitable hose to the air brush mini hose using the ¼” BSP hose adapter (supplied), connect the other end to the air supply, ensure air pressure is set to 45 PSI maximum.
NOTE:
ensure the airline is turned off.
Alternatively, for smaller jobs, your air brush can be used with air propellant cans. This is carried out by screwing the air regulator cap onto the air can and connecting the mini air hose to the cap.
Your air brush is now ready for use.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Compressed air can be dangerous and can cause personal injury.
User must read carefully and adhere to the compressor and/or air propellant manufacturers instructions.
If using a compressor. Before starting work drain any water from the
air tank and blow condensation from the air line. Drain compressor more frequently in hot humid weather.
After mixing and thinning paint, fill paint jar about 2/3 full ( or less). Attach jar to air brush, turn air on and depress trigger. Test on old newspaper or similar and make any necessary spray adjustments before spraying workpiece.
NOTE: make sure that the paint or fumes cannot reach any flame, also ensure that there is adequate ventilation.
Adjusting The Paint Flow
Paint flow and spray pattern are adjusted by turning the air cap (item 05) at the front of the air brush. Paint flow is also affected by the amount the trigger is pulled back.
The air cap is fully closed when it has been turned clockwise to its stop point. Using thumb and forefinger, turn the secure nut counter clockwise to obtain various degrees of paint flow. Maximum flow will be attained by turning secure nut approximately 2 full turns counter clockwise. Also check adjustment of spray regulator, (see Maintenance 1h & 1i Page4).
Painting Procedure
Prepare object to be painted, masking off any areas not to be painted, (ensure object is clean and free of dust, grease etc). Small objects such as models, should be hung or placed on a pedestal, so that all areas to be sprayed can be easily reached. (A stand may be fashioned from a wire coat hanger or bottle etc).
Hold nozzle of air brush about 6 inches from the surface to be sprayed. Use short strokes, moving at a constantly
steady rate, parallel to the surface. Don’t spray too heavy, rather spray several
light coats, allowing to dry between coats, until the desired coverage is achieved.
Always test on a practice piece first, to ensure brush is working etc.
Use micro adjust screw To obtain a constant paint flow rate, i.e. for line work etc, this does not prevent pulling back on trigger to obtain more paint and wider coverage.
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Troubleshooting Tips
1. Grainy Spray : Caused by paint being too thick, add thinners/water sparingly to the mixture, check the needle and regulator for dried up paint etc, check air supply, pressure etc.
2. Buckling Paper : Paint may be too thin, add paint too thicken mixture. Do not apply too heavily in one area. Move more rapidly or lessen the spray.
3. Paint Blobs At End Of Stroke : Depressing the trigger before moving the air brush and/or stopping the movement before releasing the trigger.
4. Flared Ends : Caused by turning the wrist while air brushing, the whole forearm should move horizontally or vertically across the workpiece.
5. Centipedes :Caused by spraying too much paint too close too the surface. If a fine line is desired , lightly pull back on the lever/ trigger, (practice on a test piece).
If Air Brush motion is uneven, paint finish will be uneven.
The Most Common Problem Runs and sags, which are caused by one
or more of the following.
6. Splattering : Caused by allowing the needle to snap back into the tip, always release the lever/trigger gently. Check for dried paint on needle or tip.
7. Curved Stroke : Caused by arching arm too close to the surface, arm should always be parallel to work, unless this effect is desired.
8. Restricted Spray : can be caused by needle being screwed in too far, back of a turn or two, (see adjusting paint flow).
9. Bubbles Through Paint Cup : The spray regulator may be turned out too far, turn in one or two turns, paint cup stem may be clogged.
10. Spray Cannot Be Shut Off : Tip may be clogged, this is recognised by a “SPONGY” feel when needle is set into tip, strip and clean, (see Maintenance).
11. Splitting : Caused by contamination on the needle or in the paint cup, paint may be too thick.
1. “Freezing” or forgetting to release trigger at end of stroke.
2. Holding Air Brush still or moving too slowly.
3. Holding Air Brush too close to surface.
4. Arcing motion with Air Brush.
MAINTENANCE
The air brush is a precision engineered tool for professionals and hobbyists. Taking good care of your air brush will produce a long service life.
Keep the air brush and paint cup and/or jar clean at all times and do not leave the air brush standing with material in the paint cup for long periods, this tends to gum up the cup and internal feed channels. Most problems with poor spraying results can be traced back to an air brush that has not been cleaned properly. To carry out correct cleaning, follow procedures follows.
1. Always clean immediately after use.
2. Remove and empty paint jar, wipe thoroughly including inside of cover. Fill jar ½ full of thinners or water depending upon what material has been sprayed, reattach air brush and operate spray to clean fluid needle, fluid cap and air tip etc. Take care to spray into a safe area i.e., directly into cleaning cloth. Operate pray until fluid is clear and no paint residue is visible on cloth. Remove jar and operate spray to remove thinners etc. Dry with clean cloth before putting away.
3. Should air brush become clogged, it is necessary to strip and clean the unit. This should be carried out on a clear work area, to do this proceed as follows,
NOTE : Item Nos. refer to parts list - Page 6.
a) Unscrew and remove valve assembly
(item 17), using wrench supplied.
b) Unscrew and remove Tail cover (item 14).
c) Holding Needle securing sleeve (item 08)
with thumb and forefinger, loosen needle securing nut (item 11), do not remove nut.
d) Gently withdraw needle (item 13) from
air brush assy.
NOTE: With needlle removed, trigger and back lever can fall out of air brush.
WARNING:
Needle is very sharp take care not to bend or break. Also take care of fingers.
e) Remove End cap protector (item 06).
f) Unscrew and remove Air cap (item 05).
g) Unscrew and remove Fluid tip (item 04)
using wrench supplied, holding spray nozzle with other wrench.
h) Unscrew and remove spray nozzle assy
(item 03), again using wrench, At this stage it should not be necessary
to strip down any further. Go on to clean all parts with solvent/thinners using cotton buds and lint free cleaning cloth, followingthe manufacturers instructions and safety procedures.
Take care when cleaning valve assy (item
17) and spray nozzle assy (item 03), these both have ‘O’ rings which need to be removed as they can be damaged by solvents.
Once all parts have been cleaned and dried reassemble as follows.
1a) Refit ‘O’ rings to valve and spray nozzle
assys, replace with new ones if
damaged.
1b) Refit spray nozzle assy and gently
tighten with wrench.
1c) Refit fluid tip, gently tighten with
wrench.
1d) Refit air cap. (Finger tight only).
1e) Refit air cap protector.
1g) Turn needle securing sleeve clockwise
two full turns.
1h) Carefully insert needle through needle
securing nut. Push carefully home until needle seats into fluid tip. Holding needle securing sleeve with thumb and forefinger, tighten needle securing nut (finger tight only).
1i) Turn needle securing sleeve
anticlockwise two full turns.
1j) Refit Tail cover.
Always keep air brush parallel to work surface
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