ARC - Pistol Gravity Feed

Pistol Trigger Gravity Feed

The most important part of taking up painting with an airbrush is the cleaning and care for it. Taking time to properly clean your airbrush is what will make the biggest difference in how well it performs.

When removing parts, set them aside in order from right to left and refer to the parts diagram when reassembling your airbrush.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pistol trigger gravity feed parts layout
Parts Layout

Set removed parts aside in order so reassembly is easier and more accurate.

Step 1 remove the handle
Step 1

Unscrew the handle and set it aside.

Step 2 remove the needle chucking nut
Step 2

Unscrew the needle chucking nut and set it aside.

Step 3 remove the needle
Step 3

Carefully remove the needle and wipe it clean with cleaning solution and a paper towel. Check the tip for any bending, then set it aside.

Step 4 remove the spring guide
Step 4

Unscrew the spring guide and set it aside.

Step 5 remove the spring
Step 5

Remove the spring and set it aside.

Step 6 remove the needle guide
Step 6

Carefully remove the needle guide and set it aside.

Step 7 remove the color cup
Step 7

Remove the color cup from the top of the airbrush.

Step 8 remove the needle cap
Step 8

Unscrew the needle cap and set it aside.

Step 9 remove the nozzle cap
Step 9

Unscrew the nozzle cap and set it aside.

Step 10 remove the air cap with fluid nozzle cone
Step 10

Unscrew the air cap with the fluid nozzle cone connected.

Step 10a clean the fluid nozzle
Step 10a

Clean the fluid nozzle with the airbrush cleaning brushes.

Step 10b clean the air cap
Step 10b

Clean the air cap using a medium-size cleaning brush.

Step 10c clean the fluid reservoir
Step 10c

Use the cleaning brushes to clean the fluid reservoir.

Finished pistol trigger gravity feed airbrush
Finished

Reassemble the airbrush carefully and make sure all components are secure before testing.

Finished

Once cleaned and reassembled, do a quick test spray with water to make sure the airbrush is operating properly.