Paasche TS-PL User Manual

INSTRUCTIONS & PARTS LIST TS-TALON-8/31/2011

Supersedes Instruction & Parts List TS-TALON-8/25/2011

WARNING: Spray materials may be harmful if inhaled or allowed

TS - TALON

Siphon Feed - Internal Mix ­Double Action Airbrush

TM

INTRODUCTlON:

Prime Charact eristics of the Paasche ® TS TALON Ai rbrush include the ability to spray fluid s requ iring siphon feed doing
fine detail and shading work. The Doub le Acti on, Int ernal mix feat ure per mits flexibi lity in reg ulation of col or and air
without work st oppag e.

TS Specifications:

• Dual Action

• Head Size .66mm

• Hair Line to 1-1/2 Inches

• Crown Cap

• New Style Trigger and Piston

PTFE Packings.

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, dust or overspray. Secure airhose
to Airbrush with V-62 Wrench for safety and to prevent air leaks.

M a x i m u m A i r P r e s s u r e 7 5 P . S . I .

Options for Talon:
.38mm head (TT-2 tip, TN-2 Needle and TA-2 Aircap) - Great for spraying Metallics, Pearlescent and Thicker Paints
.66mm Fan Aircap (TAF-3 Aircap, TN-3 Needle and TT-3 tip) Will give a 2-1/2 to 3 inch flat pattern for covering larger areas

Working Pressures:

• Operating pressures 15-55 PSI; Maximum pressure 85 PSI. Fan aircap needs 20 PSI or more.

• 20-30 PSI is best for detail spraying w/ properly thinned paint

• Use the higher pressures for thicker material where fine detail is not critical or thin the paint to allow lower pressures.

Equipment Set-up:

The Airbrush is held in the same manner as a pen, with the index finger comfortably over the finger button.

1. Attach air hose to air supply and to airbrush. If using a regulator set pressure between 15 -55 PSI.

Airbrush Operation:

1. Press down on Finger Button to release air and pull back on button to control quantity of color.

2. To spray a fine line without heavy ends, start moving the airbrush without release of color. Then start the color at the beginning of line
and stop the color at the end, but continue the motion of the airbrush after the color has stopped.

3. Practice this movement until you can spray a fine line or a broad pattern without heavy build up at the beginning or end of your strokes.

4. Speed of movement controls density of color and fading effects at beginning and end of strokes.

5. For detail, hold the airbrush very close to the surface push down for air and pull back very slowly on the Finger Button to release a
small amount of paint.

6. For background work and broad effects, hold the airbrush away from the work surface and pull back on Finger Button to release
required amount of color.

7. For Stippling remove the aircap, push down on the trigger and pump the trigger forward and back. Adjust the air pressure between 15
and 50 PSI for desired stipple effect.

8. For more instruction see the “22 Airbrush Lessons for Beginners” booklet enclosed with your airbrush.

Paasche Airbrush Company

4311 North Normandy Avenue
Chicago, IL 60634-1395

Phone: [phone] • Fax: [phone]
Website: paascheairbrush.com
E-Mail: [e-mail]

Printed in the U.S.A.

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(A)

1b

1c

(B)

NO. PART DESCRIPTION

1. XI-41
1b. TAL-23
1c. TAF-3

2. TA-2, TA-3

3. TT-2, TT-3

4. MIL-12

5. TS-30

6. TAL-8

7. TAL-37

8. TAL-18

9. MIL-11

10. TAL-17

Needle Protection Cap
Crown Cap (Optional)
Fan Aircap for .66mm Head­(uses TT-3 & TN-3)(Optional
Aircap (.38mm, .66mm)
Tip (.38mm, .66mm)
“O” Ring
Shell Assembly
Packing Assembly PTFE
Trigger
Rocker Assembly
Needle Spring
Spring Housing

NO. PART DESCRIPTION

11. TAL-19

12. TS-33

)

13. TAL-14

14. TAL-32

15. TAL-26

16. TAL-22

17. TN-2, TN-3

18. TAL-28

19. TAL-35

Needle Lock Nut
Handle
Valve Casing
Air Valve Assembly
“O” Ring
“O” Ring
Needle (.38mm, .66mm)
Wrench
Allen Wrench

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REMOVING / REPLAClNG THE NEEDLE AND HANDLE (Illustration A):

1. Unscrew the handle and loosen the Locknut- #TAL-19 by turning counterclockwise. Depress the Trigger- #TAL-37 and hold in Down
position while removing or inserting the needle. This assures the needle moves freely through the trigger. Gently remove the needle,
rotating if necessary, Do NOT force out!

2. Inspect the condition of the needle. If it is bent or misshapen in any way, replace it with a new needle. A bent needle can damage or
split the Tip- #TT causing bubbles or a rough spray pattern.

3. Hold trigger in DOWN position, insert the new needle into the Rocker Assembly- #TAL-18. Gently push needle through, rotating if
necessary, push gently forward until the needle stops in the front of the tip.

4. Release trigger and tighten Locknut by turning clockwise.

REPLACING THE FINGER LEVER ASSEMBLY (Illustration B):

If the Trigger - #TAL-37 is removed, it is easiest to replace before the Rocker Assembly- #TAL-18 is inserted. The needle must be removed.

1. Hold trigger so the round side of the stem is to the front and flat side to the back of the airbrush (see B - END VIEW).

2. Insert trigger straight DOWN through the opening in the top of the airbrush shell (see B - TOP VIEW).

4. You want the bottom of the trigger to cover the round ball on top of the exposed plunger. Once the connection is made you should have
spring action when pushing down on the trigger. Proceed to replace Rocker Assembly and balance of parts as above. When the
needle is inserted it will prevent the removal of the trigger.

REPLACING THE TIP:

1. Remove handle, loosen Locknut- #TAL-19 and withdraw needle about one inch (1").

2. Un-screw the Aircap- #TA and remove. The Tip- #TT can now be Unscrewed with Wrench #TAL-28.

3. Place a new tip into position and tighten with wrench. The tip must be wrench tight. Finally push the needle forward until it is seated
fully forward into tip.

ADJUSTING WORN PACKING WASHER:

1. If Packing Assembly- #TAL-8 becomes worn or loose it must be tightened or replaced.

2. Tighten packing nut with small screwdriver. To reach packing all internal parts must be removed.

3. Replace needle and make sure packing nut is not too tight. A slight resistance to movement is needed when needle is passed through.

4. Completely re-assemble guts of airbrush.

CLEANING THE AIRBRUSH:

1. Paint passes from the bottle connection forward so the trigger area back will most likely not need cleaning.

2. You can back flush the paint into your bottle
slightly back. This forces paint from the fluid passage back into the bottle. Never use open cup for back flushing.

3. In between color changes or before storing the airbrush attach bottle with appropriate cleaner and spray into sink until it runs clear.

4. Remove needle and wipe clean then replace.

5. If paint has dried for a time you can remove the front tip, aircap and aircap body for soaking or soak just the front of the airbrush in cleaner.

6. Use cleaner for the material you are spraying. Keep trigger area dry if soaking.

PERSONAL SETTINGS:

Spring Housing- #TAL-17 Used to increase or decrease spring tension for the trigger pull back. Thread into the shell until the trigger
stroke feels comfortable. Threading in until it stops can cause the trigger to jam.

TROUBLESHOOTING:
Bubbling in cup:

1. Aircap- #TA needs to be tightened

2. Tip- #TT needs to be tightened further

Skipping or Spitting:

1. Paint too thick -reduce with thinner

2. Tip not seated -tighten Tip- #TT with wrench

3. Tip split or damaged needle -replace tip or needle

4. Needle or tip dirty -clean and replace

5. Air pressure too low -increase pressure or thin paint further (need 20 or more PSI to spray most paints)

Airbrush Not Spraying:

1. Clogged tip -remove tip and clean

2. Needle not moving -tighten needle locknut

3. Low air pressure -increase pressure (need 20 or more PSI to spray most paint)

by covering the aircap with your finger and then pressing down on the trigger and pulling

Sprays double line or heavy to one side:

1. Split tip or bent needle - replace

2. Dirty tip or needle - remove and clean

Jammed trigger or poor trigger motion:

1. Adjust Spring Housing - screw or unscrew the housing to lessen or increase tension on trigger motion

2. Paint leaking to trigger area - remove guts of airbrush and slightly tighten packing or replace if needed

3. Lubricate needle and trigger - apply Paasche Airbrush Lube (AL-2) to needle shaft and trigger slot area

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NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION

1. VL-1/4-OZ Metal Color Cup (7cc)

2. VL-1/2-OZ Color Bottle Assembly (14.5cc)

VL1/2 1/2 oz. Cover Assembly
VF-17 Color Tube

3. VL-1-OZ Color Bottle Assembly (29cc)
VL1 1 oz. Cover Assembly
VF-17 Color Tube
5-G Gasket

4. VL-3-OZ Color Bottle Assembly (88cc)
VL3 3 oz. Cover Assembly
VF-14 Color Tube
3-JG Gasket

5. PCVL-3-OZ Nylon Cover/Metal Tube Bottle Assem. (88cc)

Recommended Compressors and Accessories

D220R AIR COMPRESSOR (1/6 H.P.),

with Switch & R-75 Regulator

Economical and suitable for all airbrushes
spraying properly thinned fluids. It is capable
of delivering 30 - 45 P.S.I. operating pressure
depending on airbrush being used. The
Paasche D220R is an oilless diaphragm unit
and comes with the R-75 Regulator/Filter
with gauge. It operates on 110-120 Volt, 1
phase, 60Hz, and delivers .7 C.F.M. @ 20
P.S.I. R75 Regulator will regulate up to 45
P.S.I. depending on usage (intermittent or
constant) and size of airbrush being used.

Shipping Weight: 11 lbs. (5kg)

ACCESSORIES

AL-2, 2.4 fl.oz.,
(85ml)
PAASCHE
AIRBRUSH
LUBE

AIRHOSES W/FACTORY INSTALLED COUPLINGS

34 A-1/8 Braided Airhose W/Couplings
35 HP-1/8 Red-Plastic Airhose W/Couplings

A-1/8 Braided Air Hose

34

HP-1/8 Red Plastic Hose

35

MT MOISTURE TRAP INSTALLATION

36 A-34 Hanger

36

PCVL3 Nylon Cover Assembly
VF-14M Metal Color Tube
3-JG Gasket

6. VLP-3-OZ Plastic Bottle Assembly (88cc)
VL3 3 oz. Cover Assembly
VF-14 Color Tube
3-JG Gasket

7. VL-2-OZ Aluminum Cup Assembly (60cc)
VF-2-5/8 Color Tube
3-JG Gasket

8. VLD-3-OZ Decorator Bottle Assembly (88cc)
VLD3 3 oz. Cover Assembly
VF-14 Color Tube
3-JG Gasket

D500 AIR COMPRESSOR (1/8 H.P.)

(ETL Listed)

Economical and suitable for all airbrushes
spraying properly thinned fluids. It is capable of
delivering up to 35 P.S.I. operating pressure
depending on airbrush being used. The
Paasche D500 is an oilless piston compressor.
It operates on 110-120 Volt, 1 phase, 60Hz,
and delivers .4 C.F.M. @ 20 P.S.I.

Shipping Weight: 8 lbs. (3.6kg)

DA300R AIR COMPRESSOR (1/6 H.P.)

with Switch CSA approved

1/8 H.P. Piston Compressor with Auto shutoff.
Compressor shuts off when airbrush is not in
use. Operating pressure is 20 - 30 P.S.I.
depending on airbrush being used, delivers up
to 35 psi. 120 VAC, 1 Ph, 60 Hz, 1.4 A,
20L/Min. (0.7CFM), Noise 53dB, 1720 rpm.

Shipping Weight: 9.14 lbs. (4.6 kgs)

D3000R AIR COMPRESSOR (1/8 H.P.)

(ETL Listed)

This piston compressor is a tank mounted unit,
designed for compactness and portability. The
sturdy air tank stores reserve air volume and
reduces pulsation. Air pressure in the tank is
regulated with an automatic on/off limit switch
to a maximum of 40 P.S.I. Unit maintains 30
P.S.I. for extended periods. The unit has a five
foot grounded 3 wire cord.

The compressor features a 1/8 HP motor
which operates on 115 Volts, 1 Phase,
60Hz and draws .9 AMPS.

Shipping Weight: 14 lbs. (6.33kg)

DA400R AIR COMPRESSOR (1/6 H.P.)

1/6 H.P. Piston Compressor with Auto shutoff.
Compressor shuts off when airbrush is not in
use. Operating pressure 30 - 50 PSI
depending on airbrush being used, delivers up
to 55 psi.. 110-120VAC, 1 Ph, 60 Hz, 42L/Min.
(1.48CFM), 1720 rpm. With R-75 Regulator &
Moisture Trap included.

& R-75 Regulator

Shipping Weight: 12.2 lbs. (5.6 kgs)