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The unique multi-purpose, high flow Iwata Eclipse Series airbrushes are designed to easily atomize heavier sprayable mediums from a controlled fine line to controlled wide spray. These capabilities combine to make Eclipse Series airbrushes well-suited to almost every airbrush application imaginable.
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. ANEST IWATA CORPORATION ANEST IWATA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD. Portland, Oregon U.S.A. Yokohama, Japan Mt.
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IWATA ECLIPSE AIRBRUSH SERIES This multi-purpose, high-paint-flow, high-detail Eclipse Airbrush Series covers a wide range of uses. Commonly used to spray premixed or heavier paints, it is well suited for uses demanding precise control of spray when applying moderate-to-large amounts of paint to a variety of surfaces and to various-sized areas.
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Iwata Eclipse HP-CS Iwata Eclipse HP-BS · Gravity feed airbrush features E3 head system with a · Gravity feed airbrush features E3 head system convenient 1/16 oz cup · Generous 1/3 oz sized cup is designed with a new funnel ·...
GETTING STARTED Compressor 8. Press down on the main lever (#12) to start the flow of air Choose an appropriate compressor for your Eclipse airbrush. The through the airbrush. Iwata Smart Jet Compressor is a good beginner choice and will 9.
GENERAL OPERATION Fine-Line Spray Wide-Line and Background Spraying 1. Depress the main lever (#12) to start airflow. 1. Depress the main lever (#12). 2. Position the airbrush close to the surface, between 1/16 2. Position the airbrush further away from the surface, from 1/2 and 1/2 inch is common.
PAINT PREPARATION Cutaway Handle For non-specific airbrush paints, proper preparation, including The cutaway handle (#19) is a special feature on the Eclipse. Its filtering the paint through a nylon mesh, is critical for best purpose is to free up paint clogs that may have formed at the tip performance.
MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Airbrush between Colors (BCS) Before Each Session Spray water, or the appropriate paint solvent, through the 1. Remove the paint bottle. airbrush to make sure the airbrush is working properly. 2. Attach a bottle containing the appropriate cleaning solution. 3.
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Cleaning the Needle 1. Unscrew the handle (#19). 1. Unscrew the handle (#19) from the airbrush body. 2. Loosen the needle chucking nut (#18). 2. Loosen the needle chucking nut (#18). 3. Remove the needle. 3. Gently pull the needle (#17) straight out. 4.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES Solution Symptom Problem •Tighten (#3) with provided wrench •Bubbles in color cup or bottle •Loose head cap •Tighten (#2) finger tight •Loose nozzle cap •See nozzle (#4) to reseat the nozzle •Improper nozzle to body connection •See nozzle (#4) to replace the nozzle •Cracked or damaged nozzle •See cleaning the needle •Double Line...
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES Symptom Problem Solution •Skipping •Dried paint on needle tip (Tip-Dry) •Clean with cotton swab dipped in cleaner •Pigment too thick •See paint preparation •Air pressure too high •See specific compressor instructions to lower the air pressure •Improper nozzle to body connection •See nozzle (#4) to reseat the nozzle •Dirty airbrush •See cleaning the airbrush between colors...
REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Nozzle (#4) Crown Cap (Optional Accessory, Standard on Takumi) In time, the nozzle may wear or be damaged and may need to A crown cap replaces the needle cap (#1). It physically protects the needle while spraying very fine lines. It also prevents pigment be replaced.
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