| Problem |
Possible cause |
Solution |
| Airbrush sprays paint intermittantly |
Airbrush is clogged, dirty |
Clean airbrush thoroughly |
| Paint is too thick or lumpy |
Dillute paint or get new/different paint |
| Insufficient air pressure |
Increase air pressure |
| Bubbling in paint cup |
Air cap is not tight |
Tighten air cap |
| Nozzle seal is missing, dirty or defective |
Replace or clean seal |
| Defective, frayed nozzle |
Replace nozzle |
| "spider legs while air brushing" |
Paint consistancy is too thin |
Adjust paint consistency |
| Too much air pressure |
Reduce pressure |
| Air brush is too close to the object |
Hold air brush further away from object |
| Paint coat is too thick |
Reduce paint coat with even sweeping motions across object |
| No air |
Compressor is not "on" or defective |
Turn compressor on or repair |
| Air hose is kinked |
Straighten out air hose |
| Air hose connector is loose |
Correct connection |
| Air pressure can't be regulated |
Air valve sticks |
Unscrew air valve and put a drop of oil on the small o-ring. |
