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For Gravity Feed Airbrushes:<\/b><\/p>\n\n- 1a. If your airbrush has a cup lid, remove it and empty any excess paint from the colour cup.<\/span><\/li>\n
- 1b. Utilise a Iwata Washing Brush along with a Medea Airbrush Cleaner (or a suitable cleaner) to alternate between cleaning and wiping the cup.<\/span><\/li>\n
- 1c. Spray through the airbrush until the spray is clear of colours. Direct the spray into a spray-out container or onto a paper towel.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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For Syphon Feed Airbrushes:<\/b><\/p>\n\n- 1a. Dismantle the paint bottle from the bottom of the airbrush.<\/span><\/li>\n
- 1b. Fill a clear bottle with Medea Airbrush Cleaner (or a similar cleaner for this product). Then, attach this bottle to the airbrush.<\/span><\/li>\n
- 1c. Spray through the airbrush until the spray is clear of colours. Direct the spray into a designated pot or a disposable towel.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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If you’re transitioning between colours, you can now continue airbrushing with the new colour. However, if you’re ending an airbrush session, proceed to step 2.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
<\/span>Step 2: Removing and cleaning the needle safely<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\nBy this point, you should have disconnected your airbrush from the air source.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n- 2a. Dismantle the back handle, and place it on a stable surface so that the parts won\u2019t roll away.<\/span><\/li>\n
- 2b. Use your hand to delicately loosen the needle chucking nut.<\/span><\/li>\n
- 2c. Carefully pull out the needle. Be mindful that needles are extremely sharp and delicate, so avoid dropping or damaging them during cleaning.<\/span><\/li>\n
- 2d. Wipe the needle using a small amount of Medea Airbrush Cleaner (or a similar cleaner), and only wipe towards the sharp needle point. Use a back-to-front motion to avoid any accidental punctures.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
If you’re facing issues like clogs, uneven spraying, or paint build-up, keep your airbrush disassembled and proceed to steps 3-8.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nHowever, if you’re concluding an airbrush session, follow the next instructions:<\/span><\/p>\n\n- Gently push the needle back into its place, ensuring it comes to a complete stop.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Tighten the needle chucking nut by hand. Reassemble your airbrush and reconnect it to your air source.<\/span><\/li>\n
- To reassure yourself if the needle is sealed properly, fill the colour cup or a bottle with water and press the main lever down gently for air testing.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Be aware that water will spray out if the needle is not seated properly.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Remember that the airbrush should only spray water after the trigger has been activated. If not, then adjust the knob that controls and adjusts the fluid for single-action airbrushes.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
- If there’s no water spray, tighten the needle chucking nut. If issues persist, review the assembly and repeat the cleaning instructions if necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/span>3. Removing the nozzle<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\nRemoving the nozzle is a crucial step in your airbrush cleaning routine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n- Unscrew the needle cap (1) and nozzle cap (2) by hand.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
- For Iwata Eclipse airbrushes, remove the nozzle head cap (3) using a nozzle head cap wrench; one should be included with the kit.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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When using Iwata Eclipse airbrushes with a compression fit nozzle:<\/span><\/p>\n\n- The nozzle (4) for Eclipse BS, SBS, and CS models is a set; do not separate these.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Avoid using the Iwata Nozzle Wrench on selected compression fit nozzles.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Press against the body of the nozzle at an angle in order to remove it. Check inside the nozzle head cap if the nozzle appears to be missing, and use the blunt end of the needle to remove it.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/span>4. Cleaning nozzle and caps<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\nProperly cleaning the nozzle and caps is essential for maintaining your airbrush. Follow these steps:<\/span><\/p>\n\n- Loosen the paint residue by: soaking the nozzle, needle cap, nozzle head cap (or compression nozzle) for a maximum of ten minutes.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
- Do not soak the entire airbrush in liquid.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Do not store your airbrush alongside other cleaning agents within the fluid cup.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
- WARNING: The nozzle contains nickel, so handle it with care.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/span>5. Cleaning the paint passage<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\nCleaning the paint passage ensures that the airbrush operates smoothly. Here’s how:<\/span><\/p>\n\n- For gravity-feed airbrushes, add the cleaning brush inside the colour cup paint passage, located near the front of the airbrush. For bottom-feed airbrushes, use a pipe cleaner to brush up inside the bottle joint, towards the front of the airbrush.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
- Adopt a scrubbing motion, twisting in and out of the bottle joint. This will help to remove all paint debris inside, and this task will be complete once there is no debris left on the brush or pipe cleaner.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/span>6. Check all parts and the passage for potential damage and paint leftover<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\nRegularly inspecting your airbrush is vital. Here’s what to look for:<\/span><\/p>\n\n- The best tool to use here is the Iwata LED Magnifier, which can magnify blue and white LED lights which can be used for:\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
- Checking the nozzle for potential cracks, dents, or distortion.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Inspecting the needle for any marks or bends.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Examine the airbrush’s paint passages for any paint debris.<\/span><\/li>\n
- If any parts are damaged, you’ll need to reorder the specific part. Contact your Iwata retailer for ordering. For frequent airbrush users, having extra needles and nozzles is a wise choice, as these parts can be easily damaged.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/span>7. Clean the outside of your Airbrush<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\nDon’t forget to clean the exterior of your airbrush:<\/span><\/p>\n\n- Use a pipe cleaner that has been dipped in Medea Airbrush Cleaner which can clean smaller areas where paint will likely have built up.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/span>8. Rebuilding and lubricating the Airbrush<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\nIf you are using an airbrush with a threaded nozzle, follow the instructions below:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
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