Iwata NEO FOR IWATA TRN1, NEO FOR IWATA TRN2 Operating Instructions Manual

TRN1 | TRN2

Operating Instruction Manual

Iwata Revolution Series and NEO For Iwata Series airbrushes deliver soft, eortless coverage at low air pressures.

Fine atomization is achieved with the smallest of air compressors, making these airbrushes a simple choice for medium

spray applications and for anyone wanting to start airbrushing for the rst time.

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NEED ASSISTANCE

If you have any issues or warranty service questions, contact your

local ANEST IWATA aliate before returning to your place of purchase.

ANEST IWATA-MEDEA, INC.

Portland, Oregon U.S.A.
[phone] (M-F)
[e-mail]
www.iwata-airbrush.com

ANEST IWATA SOUTH-EAST ASIA CO., LTD.

Bangkok, Thailand
[phone]
www.anest-iwatasoutheastasia.com

ANEST IWATA SOUTH AFRICA (PTY) LTD.

Johannesburg, Republic of South Africa
[phone]/2265/2223
www.anest-iwata.co.za

ANEST IWATA CORPORATION

Yokohama, Japan
[phone]
www.anest-iwata.co.jp

ANEST IWATA STRATEGIC CENTER

Cardano al Campo, Italy
[phone]
www.anest-iwataeu.com

ANEST IWATA SHANGHAI

Shanghai, China
[phone] / 15 / 16
www.anest-iwata-sh.com

ANEST IWATA RUS LLC

Moscow, Russia
[phone]
www.anestiwata.ru

ASSEMBLY

1. Screw the air hose onto the airbrush (Iwata air hose sold separately).

2. Screw the air hose onto the compressor.

color cup

needle cap

TRN1

TRN1 GRAVITY FEED

TRIGGER AIRBRUSH

ANEST IWATA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD.

Mt. Druitt, NSW
[phone]
www.anest-iwata.com.au

ANEST IWATA (U.K.) LTD.

Neots Cambs, England
[phone]
www.anest-iwata.co.uk

ANEST IWATA MOTHERSON LTD.

Uttar Pradesh, India
[phone] / 14 / 17
www.aircompressors.com

CENTURY TRADING CO., LTD.

Seoul, Korea
82-2-2163-0300
www.centrading.co.kr

TRN2 SIDE FEED

TRIGGER AIRBRUSH

nozzle cap

trigger

TO AIRBRUSH

TO COMPRESSOR

handle

air hose

side feed

cup

OR

side feed

adapter

bottle

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GENERAL OPERATION

Quick Start Guide

For further in-depth instruction and information, please go to

www.iwata-neo.com

Fine-Line Spray

1. Depress the main lever to start air flow.

2. Position the airbrush close to the surface, between 1/16 and 1/2 inch is
common.

3. Pull the main lever back slightly to start the flow of paint.

Line thickness can be controlled by adjusting the distance between the

airbrush and the surface and also by varying the paint flow by manipulating

the main lever’s position.

Wide-Line and Background Spraying

1. Depress the main lever.

2. Position the airbrush further away from the surface, from 1 to 6 inches is
common.

3. Pull the main lever back much farther releasing more paint to cover the
bigger area.

Increase the distance between the airbrush and painted surface to co nt rol t he
line’s width. Increasing the air pressure will also affect the spray width.

Air Pressure
For the NEO, working pressures generally vary between 10 and 60 psi, de­pending on what type of work is being done and what textures are desired.
A good working

MAINTENANCE

Cleaning the Airbrush (TRN2)

1. Remove the paint bottle.

2. Attach a bottle containing the appropriate cleaning solution. (Note:
Medea Airbrush Cleaner works great for water-based media.)

3. Spray until the solution sprays clear.

4. Remove the bottle of cleaning solution.

5. Spray air until the airbrush sprays dry.

6. Attach a bottle containing the next color.

7. Repeat cleaning procedure when nished.

Cleaning the Airbrush (TRN1)

1. Dump out the color cup’s excess paint.

2. Rinse the cup with the appropriate cleaning solution. (Note: Medea
Airbrush Cleaner works great for water-based media.)

3. Use a paper towel to wipe out any left-over paint.

4. Fill the bottom of the cup with cleaner.

5. Spray cleaner until the spray is clear.

6. Add the next color to the color cup.

7. Repeat cleaning procedure when nished.

Cleaning the Needle (TRN2, TRN1)
Before removing the needle, clean the airbrush as recommended.

1. Unscrew the handle from the airbrush body.

2. Loosen the needle chucking nut.

3. Gently pull the needle straight out.

4. Fold a soft cloth damp with cleaner over the needle.

5. Rotate the needle to gently wipe the residual paint off.

6. Carefully insert the needle into the airbrush until it seats fully against
the nozzle.

CAUTION: The most probable time to damage the needle is when the
needle passes through the main lever. If the needle stops abruptly, retract
and examine the trigger mechanism for proper assembly and re-insert
the needle.

pressure may average around 15-25 psi. The viscosity of the paint and
your desired spray characteristics will also af fect your ideal pressure. As a
general rule, larger amounts of paint or thicker paints, will be sprayed with
higher pressures.
WARNING: Do not exceed 100psi.

Paint Preparation

For non-airbrush-ready paints, proper preparation, including ltering

the paint through a nylon mesh, is recommended for best performance.
Paint should be thinned with its proper solvent. It is best to prepa re paint
relatively thin and make repeated passes across the work to achieve the
desired shade. This will also improve the
quality of your work and decrease the cleaning time of your airbrush.

Safety Tips

• Always spray in a well-ventilated area.

• Do not spray solvent-based (flammable) paints around open flames.

• Use the appropriate respirator to safely lter out the paint vapors par-

ticular
to the kind of paint you are using.

• Wear eye protection to prevent paint contact with eyes.

• Never use air pressure that exceeds the airbrush’s limit (100 psi).

Before Each Session
Spray water or the appropriate clea ning solution through the airbrush to
make sure the airbrush is working properly.

After Each Session
Or any time the airbrush becomes clogged:

1. Increase the air pressure.

2. Spray cleaning solution for a short time.

3. Clean the needle if necessary
Cleaning the airbrush this way helps clean the paint passage, the nozzle
and the needle thoroughly.

Periodically
To ensure smooth main lever action lubricate the needle and the main
lever
mechanism when necessary.

1. Unscrew the handle.

2. Loosen the needle chucking nut.

3. Remove the needle.

4. Coat the needle lightly at the front where the taper starts with a high­quality
lubricant, like Medea Super Lube.

5. Wipe the needle with a soft, clean cloth, leaving a light coat of lube
behind.

6. Re-insert the needle gently into the airbrush.

7. Tighten the needle chucking nut.

8. Screw the handle onto the airbrush body.

Use a tiny drop of lube on the main lever’s piston. DO NOT over-lube the
needle
or the main lever mechanism, since it is possible to transfer excess lube

into the nozzle causing severe paint flow problems. DO NOT use light

machine oil or WD-40 for lubrication. These will cause the needle to stick
as it moves through the needle packing o-ring.

7. Tighten the needle chucking nut nger tight.

• Pull the main lever back and forth to visually conrm the needle’s abil-

ity to move.

8. Screw the handle back onto the airbrush body.

Never remove the nozzle unless it is damaged or clogged.

Always keep your airbrush clean. Never leave paint in your airbrush as dried paint can
clog a nozzle. Although engineered from durable, high-quality materials, the nozzle is
small and delicate. Accidental damage caused by cross-threading, over-tightening,
dropping the airbrush, forcing a needle or tools into the nozzle and normal wear are
not covered under the warranty. Replacement parts and repair services are available
through your local aliate.

IMPORTANT NOZZLE INFORMATION

CAUTION: If it becomes absolutely necessary to dismantle the airbrush
remember that in most situations tools are not needed.

NEVER soak your entire airbrush in any liquid. NEVER
store your airbrush with spray medium or cleaning
agents in the uid cup.

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NEO FOR IWATA — TRN1, TRN2

33

30A

30B

5A

2

TRN1

3

29A

29B

TRN2

4

19

5B

32

12

11

10

9

8

15

7

13

16

17

24

14

27

6

23

20

22

18

28

25

21

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PRICE ITEM TRN2 TRN1 ALSO
# ITEM DESCRIPTION CODE # N 5000 N 5500 FITS

1 Needle Cap A N 110 2 n n

2 Nozzle Cap N3 A N 140 3 opt n

N5 A N 140 4 n opt

3 Nozzle N3 C N 080 3 opt n

N5 C N 080 4 n opt

4 Nozzle Cap O-ring A N 150 4 n x

5A Head Base A N 135 3 x n

5B Head Base A N 135 4 n x

6 Head Base Packing (PTFE) A N 150 5 n n

7 Main Body Ring Screw A N 131 2 n n

8 Needle Packing (PTFE) A N 150 7 n n

9 Needle Packing Screw A N 125 2 n n

10 Slide Cam A N 130 1 n n

11 Spring Side Cam A N 130 2 n n

12 Main Body R ing A N 131 1 n n

13 Needle Chucking Guide A N 115 2 n n

14 Needle Spring A N 135 2 n n

15 Spring Guide A N 170 2 n n

16 Needle Chucking Nut A N 120 2 n n

PRICE ITEM TRN2 TRN1 ALSO
# ITEM DESCRIPTION CODE # N 5000 N 5500 FITS

17 Needle N3 A N 075 3 opt n

N5 A N 075 4 n opt

18 Handle Cap Set D N 090 2 n n

19 Trigger With Trigger Screw A N 100 2 n n

20 Air Piston Set A N 010 1 n n

21 Air Valve Set C N 020 2 n n

22 Grip Mount/Ex tension D N 160 1 n n

23 Grip B N 160 2 n n

24 Bottle Adapter C N 040 1 n x

25 Side Cup Lid 0.50 oz / 15 ml A N 095 2 n x

26 Side Cup 0.50 oz / 15 ml A N 070 6 n x

27 Side Cup Lid 0.24 oz / 7 ml A N 095 3 n x

28 Side Cup 0.24 oz / 7 ml D N 070 5 n x

29A Fluid Gravity Cup w/O-ring 0.05 oz / 1.50 ml C N 070 1 x n NEO CN

29B O-ring For Fluid Gravity Cup 0.05 oz / 1.50 ml A N 071 2 x n NEO CN

30A Fluid Gravity Cup w/O-ring 0.24 oz / 7 ml D N 070 2 x n NEO CN

30B O-ring For Fluid Gravity Cup 0.24 oz / 7 ml A N 071 3 x n NEO CN

31 Fluid Gravity Cup Lid 0.24 oz / 7 ml A N 095 4 x n NEO CN

32 Spanner A N 165 1 x n NEO CN/
NEO BCN

33 Spanner A N 165 2 n x

n = yes x = no opt = optional

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REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

Nozzle
In time, the nozzle may wear or be damaged and may need to be replaced.

1. Unscrew the handle.

2. Loosen the needle chucking nut.

3. Gently pull the needle part way back. It doesn ’t need to be fully pulled
out.

4. Unscrew the needle cap and the nozzle cap.

5. Unscrew the nozzle counter-clockwise with the provided wrench.

6. Screw the new nozzle into the airbrush body with your ngers.

7. Slightly tighten the nozzle with the provided wrench.

• DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN!

8. Screw the needle cap and nozzle cap onto the airbrush body.

9. Push the needle all the way forward until it seats with the new nozzle.

10. Tighten the needle chucking nut.

11. Screw the handle onto the airbrush body.

TIP: Keep a spare nozzle on hand for unforeseen accidents.

WARRANTY

Needle
Needles are subject to easy physical damage because of the long tapered,

extremely ne tip. If the needle point becomes severely bent, it must be

straightened before pulling it back through the nozzle. If not, the bent
needle might damage the nozzle
as it’s pulled through.

TIP: Keep a spare needle on hand for unforeseen accidents.

All Iwata airbrushes are warranted against all manufacturing defects of material and manufacture or workmanship for a period of FIVE years

from date of purchase. This warranty does not cover needles, nozzles, o-rings and internal packings since these parts need to be replaced

occasionally due to normal wear. Any other parts or materials that are or become defective so as not to be usable within this period will be

repaired or replaced. This warranty does not cover damage caused by negligence or airbrushes which have been altered or abused in any way.

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