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MODEL G5354
AIRBRUSH KIT
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE
OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
COPYRIGHT © APRIL, 2007 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
#TR9283 PRINTED IN TAIWAN
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SECTION 1: SAFETY
For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual
Before Operating This Equipment
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions. This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words which
are intended to convey the level of importance of the safety messages. The
progression of symbols is described below. Remember that safety messages by
themselves do not eliminate danger and are not a substitute for proper accident
prevention measures.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate injury.
It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
NOTICE
This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information about proper operation of the equipment.
Safety Instructions for Pneumatic Tools
1. KEEP ALL SAFETY DEVICES IN
PLACE and in working order.
2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS
AND WRENCHES. Form a habit
of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed
from tool before operation.
3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN
Cluttered areas and benches invite
accidents.
4. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS
ENVIRONMENT. Do not use pneu-
matic tools where any flammable
or noxious fumes may exist. Keep
work area well lighted.
5. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS
AWAY. All children and visitors
should be kept at a safe distance
from work area.
6. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD
PROOF by locking your shop and
shutting off air valves.
7. DO NOT FORCE TOOL. It will do
.
the job better and safer at the rate
for which it was designed.
8. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not
force tool or attachment to do a job
for which it was not designed.
9. DO NOT USE UNDER THE
INFLUENCE OF DRUGS OR
ALCOHOL.
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Safety Instructions For Pneumatic Tools
10. USE PROPER AIR HOSE for the
tool. Make sure your air hose is in
good condition and is long enough to
reach your work without stretching.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not
wear loose clothing, gloves, neck
ties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry which may get caught in moving
parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear a protective hair covering to contain long hair.
12. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES.
Also use a face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. Everyday
eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety
glasses.
13. WEAR APPROVED HEARING
PROTECTION. Air escaping from
pneumatic tools can exceed safe
exposure limits and may cause
hearing damage with prolonged
exposure.
14. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a
vise to hold work when practical. It is
safer than using your hand and frees
both hands to operate tool.
15. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.
Keep tools lubricated and clean
for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories.
16. R EDUCE THE RISK OF
UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Do
not carry tool with hand on trig
ger and always disconnect from air
when not in use.
17. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing and changing accessories.
18. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep
proper footing/balance at all times.
19. USE THE RECOMMENDED
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ACCESSORIES. Refer to this manual for recommended accessories.
The use of improper accessories
may cause risk of injury.
20. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS
BEFORE USING.
ing and alignment of parts, broken
parts, part mounting, loose bolts,
and any other conditions that may
affect machine operation. Repair or
replace damaged parts.
21. NEVER LEAVE UNATTENDED
TOOL CONNECTED TO AIR.
Disconnect the air hose and do not
leave tool until it is relieved of any
built up pressure.
22. NEVER ALLOW UNTRAINED
USERS TO USE THIS TOOL
WHILE UNSUPERVISED.
23. IF YOU ARE UNSURE OF THE
INTENDED OPERATION, STOP
USING TOOL. Seek formal training
or research books or magazines
that specialize in pneumatic tools.
24. BE AWARE OF HOSE LOCATION
WHEN USING PNEUMATIC
TOOLS. Hoses can easily become
a tripping hazard when laid across
the floor or spread out in a disorganized fashion.
Check for bind-
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Additional Safety Instructions for Spraying
1. READ THIS MANUAL. This manual
contains proper operating instructions for this airbrush.
2. READ MATERIAL LABELS
and MATERIAL SAFETY DATA
SHEETS (MSDS). Read and know
all the instructions on the packaging label and the MSDS before
opening the package. This information could save your life.
3. RESPIRATORY PROTECT ION.
Always wear a NIOSH approved
respirator when spraying or working around finishing materials.
4. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS. Always
have a fully charged multi-class
or class B fire extinguisher in the
immediate area.
5. FLAMMABLE MATERIAL. NEVER
spray near open flame or where
any spark could occur.
6. FRESH AIR. Always provide adequate exhaust to keep area free of
built-up vapors. NEVER spray in an
enclosed space.
7. DISCONNEC T COMPRESSED
AIR. Always disconnect the air-
brush from compressed air before
cleaning, changing attachments or
when performing maintenance of
any kind on this tool.
8. PROTECTIVE CLOTHING. Protect
exposed skin from overspray by
wearing a protective suit or other
approved garment.
9. INAPPROPRIATE USE. DO NOT
point or shoot airbrush directly at
yourself or another person or animals. Do not attempt to use the airbrush for any other use than it was
intended.
10. STORAGE. Thoroughly clean and
dry airbrush before storage. Store
in an approved cabinet.
11. SOLVENTS. Always store solvents
and shop towels soaked in solvent
in approved containers.
12. EYE PROTECTION. Wear eye protection whenever spraying or cleaning. Solvents and chemicals can
cause serious eye injury, which
could lead to blindness.
13. OPERATIN G PRESSURE. DO
NOT exceed the recommended
inlet air pressure. Excessive pressure could cause the airbrush to
burst or cause other internal equipment damage.
14. LOCAL L AWS. Consult local
authorities regarding exhaust and
waste disposal requirements.
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SECTION 2: INTRODUCTION
Foreword Contact Information
We are proud to offer the Grizzly Model
G5354 Airbrush. This model is part of a
growing Grizzly family of fine tools. When
used according to the guidelines set forth
in this manual, you can expect years of
trouble-free, enjoyable operation, and proof
of Grizzly’s commitment to customer satisfaction.
It is our pleasure to provide this manual
with the Model G5354. It was written to
encourage safety considerations and guide
you through general operating procedures
and maintenance.
The specifications, details, and photographs in this manual represent the Model
G5354 as supplied when the manual was
prepared. However, owing to Grizzly’s policy of continuous improvement, changes
may be made at any time with no obligation
on the part of Grizzly.
If you have any comments regarding this
manual, please write to us at the following
address:
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
C/O Technical Documentation
P.O. Box 2069
Bellingham, WA 98227-2069
Email: manuals@grizzly.com
Most importantly, we stand behind our
tools. If you have any service questions or
parts requests, please call or write us at
the location listed below.
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
1203 Lycoming Mall Circle
Muncy, PA 17756
Phone: (570) 546-9663
Fax: (800) 438-5901
E-Mail: techsupport@grizzly.com
Web Site: http://www.grizzly.com
Read the manual before operation.
Become familiar with this tool, its
safety instructions, and its operation
before beginning any work. Serious
personal injury may result if safety or
operational information is not understood or followed.
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TOOL DATA SHEET
Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 • To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 • Fax #: (800) 438-5901
Model G5354
Airbrush
MODEL G5354
MIX TYPE
TYPE OF FEED
SPRAY PATTERN
TRIGGER ACTION
INLET AIR
PRESSURE
BODY MATERIAL
MATERIAL USAGE
External
Siphon (Bottom)
Pencil Line to 2"
Dual
15-50 PSI
Chromed Steel
Thinned acrylics, acrylic
enamels and lacquers,
gouches, fabric colors, inks,
watercolors and dyes.
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SECTION 3: SETUP
Inventory
Your airbrush left our warehouse in a carefully packed box. If you discover the airbrush is damaged after you have signed for
delivery, please immediately call Customer
Service at (570) 546-9663 for advice.
Save the containers and all packing materials for possible inspection by the carrier or
its agent. Otherwise, filing a freight claim
can be difficult.
After you have unpacked the carton you
should find the following:
Model G5354 Inventory (Figure 1)
A. Glass Jar w/Enclosed Lid .................. 1
B. Glass Jar w/Suction Lid ..................... 1
C. Air Hose ............................................. 1
D. Airbrush .............................................. 1
E. Airbrush Hanger ................................. 1
F. Metal Jar ............................................ 1
G. Adapter .............................................. 1
H. Nozzle Tip Wrench 2mm ................... 1
I. Eyedropper ........................................ 1
Assembly
Prior to assembly and use of the airbrush, it is essential that all parts be thoroughly cleaned and dried. Please refer to
Cleaning in the MAINTENANCE section
on Page 11 for more detailed instructions.
During assembly, make sure all connections are tight enough to prevent air leaks
but not so tight as to cause damage.
To assemble the airbrush:
1. Attach one end of the air hose to the
airbrush body, as shown in Figure 2.
Figure 2. Air hose attached to airbrush.
A
C
D
F
Figure 1. Model G5354 inventory.
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2. Attach the adapter to the air hose, as
shown in Figure 3.
Figure 3. Adapter attached to air hose.
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3. Connect the hose from the air com-
pressor to an air regulator, then adjust
the air pressure to 30 PSI.
Controls
4. Connect the adapter with the air hose
to the air regulator (see Figure 4).
Figure 4. Adapter attached to regulator.
5. The glass jar with suction lid or the
metal jar installs in the airbrush by
pushing the nozzle into the receiver
tube on the airbrush body. Figure
5 shows an example of the metal jar
installed.
Siphon
Tube
Trigger Stop
Spray
Regulator
Needle
Chuck
Needle
Needle Chuck: Loosens the needle for air
spray adjustment.
Needle: The position of the needle relative
to the spray tip controls the shape and size
of the spray pattern. Unlock the needle
then slide it in or out to adjust the spray.
Trigger: Operates the flow of paint through
the airbrush.
Trigger Stop: Adjusts how far trigger
returns when released.
Air Intake: Connects to the air compressor.
Trigger
Air Intake
Figure 6. Controls.
Figure 5. Metal jar installed on airbrush.
Siphon Tube: Connects to the glass jar
or metal jar.
Spray Regulator: When rotated, regulates the amount of fluid that comes out.
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SECTION 4: OPERATIONS
Spraying
The paint you use with this brush should
be thinned to the consistency of 2% milk.
Strain paint with a coffee filter when pouring it into the jar.
EXPLOSION HAZARD! DO NOT
smoke or have any source of flame
or spark near spraying. Vapors will
explode if ignited.
RESPIRATORY HAZARD! Always use
a NIOSH approved respirator when
using spray equipment. Failure to
protect your lungs can lead to respiratory illness and nervous system
damage.
TOXIC FUMES ! Always use an
approved spray booth or well ventilated area when spraying. NEVER
spray in a confined space where
toxic fumes and flammable vapors
can accumulate to deadly levels.
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Keep in mind that paint dries quickly inside
the airbrush. If you plan to stop spraying
for a few minutes, flush the airbrush with
cleaning solution (see Page 11) through
the siphon tube.
To use your airbrush:
1. Read and follow the paint manufactur-
er's instructions for spraying, mixing,
safety, and disposal.
2. Ensure the jar or metal cup is securely
mounted to the airbrush and all other
fittings are secure to avoid leaks.
3. Set the inlet air pressure to between
15-50 PSI, depending on the paint
manufacturer recommendations (normal operating pressure is 30 PSI.)
4. Fill the jar or metal cup with premixed
material.
5. Press the trigger down and pull back to
spray. Trial-and-error, along with a lot
of practice, are necessary to achieve
desirable results. Test your material
flow and spray pattern on a piece of
cardboard or scrap material. Seek outside resources to educate yourself on
airbrush techniques.
The airbrush is factory set for the most
common spray pattern and fluid flow.
Adjust the spray regulator or needle
chuck to change this setting.
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SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES
G62 61— Campbell Hausfeld™ Water
Filter
Remove damaging water vapor before it
reaches your pneumatic tools. This highly
effective, five micron filter features a seethrough bowl and easy in-line connections.
150 PSI maximum air pressure. 1⁄4" NPT.
Figure 7. G6261 Campbell Hausfeld™
water filter.
G8114—3⁄8 " x 25 Ft. Air Hose
G8115—3⁄8 " x 50 Ft. Air Hose
G8116—3⁄8 " x 100 Ft. Air Hose
Multi-purpose red rubber air hose is flexible and abrasion resistant. Rated for 200
PSI, this air hose has a bursting strength
of 800 PSI and 1⁄4" NPT ends.
H7274— Campbell Hausfeld™ Pressure
Regulator
Mini Series. Provides regulated output
pressure of 0 to 125 PSI for proper tool
operation. Locking pressure knob prevents
accidental adjustments. 15 SCFM flow
capacity @ 90 PSI. 1⁄4" NPT.
Figure 9. H7274 Campbell Hausfeld™
pressure regulator.
H3272—Mini Air Compressor
This 1⁄8 HP Mini Air Compressor is the
perfect companion to any air brush set.
Portable design features automatic shutoff at 38 PSI, moisture trap, air brush
holder and coiled air hose. CFM at
maximum PSI is 0.48. 10"L x 51⁄2"W x
63⁄4"H. Weight is 9 lbs.
Figure 8. Red rubber air hose.
Figure 10. H3272 Mini Air Compressor.
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SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE
Cleaning
Proper cleaning is the best way to ensure
trouble free performance from your airbrush. If your airbrush is not thoroughly
cleaned, damage and poor spraying will
result. Problems caused by improper cleaning will not be covered by the warranty.
Keep in mind that your cleaning solution
must be of the same base as the paint.
In other words, use water to clean waterbased paints and thinner/solvent to clean
oil based paints.
Clean the airbrush immediately after each
use. Paint dries quickly. A spare jar is
included with your airbrush so that you can
always keep cleaning material on hand to
quickly clean the airbrush if you are going
to stop using it for longer than a minute.
Use the included dropper to inject a small
amount of cleaning fluid into the siphon
tube, then spray it out and repeat the process until no paint comes out.
When you are finished using your airbrush
for the day, do a full breakdown and cleaning job.
To do a full cleaning job:
1. Spray cleaning liquid through the air-
brush until the spray is clean and free
of any paint.
2. DISCONNECT AIRBRUSH FROM
COMPRESSED AIR!
4. Disassemble the airbrush components
as shown on the parts breakdown,
located on Page 13.
5. Clean the components in a glass or
plastic container with the appropriate
cleaning solution. Avoid submerging
the entire gun and keep O-rings
away from solvent as much as possible when cleaning.
6. Dry all parts with a lint free cloth.
7. Coat the needle with a layer of needle
lubricant or mineral oil.
8. Reassemble the airbrush. Place a
piece of tape on the top of the trigger plate spring to prevent it from
falling out until the airbrush is fully
assembled. Make sure the bottom of
the trigger fits on top of the valve stem
assembly. Insert the needle all the way
to the spray regulator until it stops.
Needle Refurbishing
The needle tip is very delicate and can
become "hooked" or bent if it gets bumped
during cleaning. If this happens, a replacement needle can be purchased, or you can
refurbish your existing needle.
A popular way to refurbish the needle is
with a fish hook sharpening stone that can
be purchased where fishing supplies are
sold. These stones are very fine and make
it easy to re-establish a fine point.
3. Remove the paint container (jar or
metal cup) and the air hose.
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After using the stone, the needle can be
placed in a drill press, drill or Dremel®,
then polished successively with 1200,
1500, and 2000 grit wet sandpaper, then
polished with beeswax.
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Troubleshooting
Symptom Possible Cause Solution
Excessive overspray.
Spray pattern is
oblong or doesn't
fly straight.
Spray pattern wider
than normal, even
when adjusted.
Material leaks from
jar.
Material leaks from
airbrush.
Dry Spray.
Paint leaks from
nozzle.
Air flow problems. 1. Air hose or connections are
Fluttering, spit
ting spray, and
general paint flow
problems.
1. Spray pattern adjusted incor
rectly for your application.
2. Air press too high.
3. Airbrush is too far from surface.
4. Spraying too fast.
1. Needle has a "hook" at the tip
or has been damaged.
1. Nozzle is worn or damaged. 1. Replace spray nozzle.
1. Cap not secure.
2. Jar not tight on airbrush body.
3. Leaking from cap vent hole.
1. Fluid tip loose.
2. Dry or damaged seals.
3. Excessive air pressure.
1. Inlet air pressure too high.
2. Airbrush too far from surface.
3. Airbrush stroke too fast.
4. Incorrectly thinned paint.
1. Debris will not let the nozzle
seal.
2. O-ring worn.
leaking.
2. Valve stem assembly at fault.
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1. Paint or material is thinned
incorrectly.
2. Dried paint or debris on
needle, in nozzle, or on other
internal components.
3. Air flow problem.
1. Adjust the spray regulator.
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2. Reduce air pressure.
3. Keep airbrush at recommended distance.
4. Slow down and maintain
consistent, even parallel
stroke.
1. Refurbish or replace the
needle.
1. Tighten
2. Tighten.
3. Hold airbrush upright; do
not tilt.
1. Tighten.
2. Replace
3. Reduce air pressure.
1. Lower inlet air pressure.
2. Keep airbrush at recommended distance.
3. Slow down; use a consistent parallel stroke
4. Thin paint more.
1. Clean nozzle.
2. Replace O-ring.
1. Replace air hose or reestablish air hose connections.
2. Replace the valve stem
assembly
1. Thin paint/material to
manufacterer's recommen
dations; test airbrush by
spraying water.
2. Disassemble and clean airbrush with special attention
to needle and nozzle.
3. Refer to "Air Flow
Problems" in troubleshoot
ing.
.
seals.
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Parts Breakdown G5354
REF PART # DESCRIPTION
1 P5354001 AIR BRUSH FRAME
2 P5354002 O-RING 19.8 X 2.4 P20
3 P5354003 SPRAY NOZZLE
4 P5354004 FLUID TIP-FINE
5 P5354005 SPRAY REGULATOR
6 P5354006 NOZZLE COVER
7 P5354007 TRIGGER PLATE SPRING
8 P5354008 NEEDLE TUBE ASSEMBLY
12 P5354012 NEEDLE CHUCK SCREW
13 P5354013 NEEDLE
14 P5354014 TAIL COVER
15 P5354015 TRIGGER
16 P5354016 MICRO ADJUST SCREW
17 P5354017 VALVE STEM ASSY
18 P5354018 O-RING 2.75 X 0.85
22 P5354022 5CC METAL CUP
23 P5354023 SIPHON NOZZLE JAR LID
24 P5354024 METAL HANGER
25 P5354025 2MM WRENCH
26 P5354026 GLASS JAR
27 P5354027 REGULAR JAR LID
28 P5354028 EYE DROPPER
29 P5354029 ADAPTER 1/4" NPT
30 P5354030 AIR HOSE
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WARRANTY AND RETURNS
Grizzly Industrial, Inc. warrants every product it sells for a period of 1 year to the original
purchaser from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to defects due directly
or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence, accidents, repairs or alterations or lack of
maintenance. This is Grizzly’s sole written warranty and any and all warranties that may
be implied by law, including any merchantability or fitness, for any particular purpose, are
hereby limited to the duration of this written warranty. We do not warrant or represent that
the merchandise complies with the provisions of any law or acts unless the manufacturer so
warrants. In no event shall Grizzly’s liability under this warranty exceed the purchase price
paid for the product and any legal actions brought against Grizzly shall be tried in the State
of Washington, County of Whatcom.
We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental,
contingent, special, or consequential damages arising from the use of our products.
To take advantage of this warranty, contact us by mail or phone and give us all the details.
We will then issue you a “Return Authorization Number,” which must be clearly posted on
the outside as well as the inside of the carton. We will not accept any item back without this
number. Proof of purchase must accompany the merchandise.
The manufacturers reserve the right to change specifications at any time because they
constantly strive to achieve better quality equipment. We make every effort to ensure that
our products meet high quality and durability standards and we hope you never need to
use this warranty.
Please feel free to write or call us if you have any questions about the machine or the
manual.
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
1203 Lycoming Mall Circle
Muncy, PA 17756
Phone: (570) 546-9663
Fax: (800) 438-5901
E-Mail:
techsupport@grizzly.com
Web Site: http://www.grizzly.com
Thank you again for your business and continued support. We hope to serve you again
soon!
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