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WARNING: • This paintball marker/gun is not a toy nor is it intended for unsupervised use by persons under the age of 18 years. • Misuse may cause serious injury or death. • Eye Protection designed for paintball use must be worn by the user and any person within range. • Read operation manual before using. • Do not field strip or remove any parts while marker is pressurized.
• Always keep in mind that the sport of Paintball will be viewed and judged upon your safe and sportsmanlike conduct.
98 CUSTOM Owner’s Manual CO2 POWERED PAINTBALL GUN
TIPPMANN PNEUMATICS, INC. 3518 Adams Center Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46806 P) 260-749-6022 • F) 260-749-6619 www.tippmann.com
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a “Tippmann 98 CUSTOM” paintball gun. We believe it to be the most accurate and durable paintball gun available. The 98 CUSTOM will give many years of dependable service if cared for properly. Please take time to read through this manual thoroughly and become familiar with the “Tippmann 98 CUSTOM” parts, operation, and safety precautions before you attempt to load or fire this gun. INDEX Table of Contents
Warning/Liability Statement 5
Safety is your Responsibility 5
Specifications 7
Getting Started 8
1. Tank Installation 8
2. Ammo Box 8
3. Velocity Adjustment 9
Schematic 10-11
Unloading Your Gun 12
1. Tank Removal 12
Cleaning & Maintenance 13
Field Stripping 13
1. Receiver Disassembly 14
Repairing Tank Leaks 16
Storage 16
Warranty and Repair Policy 17
1. Warranty or Repair Procedure 18
Warning/Liability Statement This gun is classified as a dangerous weapon and is surrendered by Tippmann Pneumatics, Inc. with the understanding that the purchaser assumes all liability resulting from unsafe handling or any action that constitutes a violation of any applicable laws or regulations. Tippmann Pneumatics, Inc. shall not be liable for personal injury, loss of property or life resulting from the use of this weapon under any circumstances, including the intentional, reckless, negligent or accidental discharges. All information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. Tippmann Pneumatics, Inc. reserves the right to make changes and improvements to products without incurring any obligation to incorporate such improvements in products previously sold.
Safety is Your Responsibility! The ownership of this weapon places upon you the total responsibility of its safe and lawful use. You must observe the same safety precautions as you would any firearm to assure the safety of not only yourself but everyone around you. The user should at all times use caution when using this gun. Always remember that the game of Paintball can only survive and grow if it remains SAFE! • Do not load or fire this gun until you have completely read this manual and are familiar with its mechanical operation and handling characteristics. • Handle this and any other gun as if it were loaded at all times. 5
• Never point the gun at anything you do not intend to shoot. • Always keep the muzzle pointed down or in a safe direction, even if you stumble or fall.
• Avoid alcoholic beverages before and during the use of this gun. Handling guns while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is a criminal disregard for public safety. • Avoid shooting an opponent at point blank (6 feet or less).
• All persons within a 200 yard radius should always wear eye protection in the form of approved goggles or full face mask and never shoot at a person who is not similarly protected.
• If you purchased a 12 gram cartridge or any other form of adapter with this gun be sure to read and follow the instructions that came with the adapter.
• Pressurize and load the gun only when the gun will be immediately used. Unload and remove the CO2 cylinder immediately after use for safe storage.
• Never fire your gun at personal property of others, the paintball can stain the paint of automobiles and houses.
• Dress appropriately when playing the game of paintball. Avoid exposing any skin when playing the game of paintball. Even a light layer will absorb some of the impact and protect you from the paintballs.
Specifications
• Keep exposed skin away from escaping CO2 gas when installing or removing cylinder. CO2 gas is very cold and can cause frostbite under certain conditions. • Use only .68 caliber paintballs. Never load or fire any foreign objects. • Do not field strip or otherwise disassemble this gun while it is pressurized with gas.
Model Tippmann 98 CUSTOM
Caliber 68
Action Semi-Automatic (Open bolt blow-back)
Power compressed air, nitrogen or CO2 cylinder
Magazine Capacity 150 Rd Hopper
Cycle Rate 11 RPS
Standard Barrel Length 8.5”
Overall Length (with standard barrel & no tank) 19.63”
Weight (without tank) 2.9 lbs.
Effective Range 150+ ft.
• Do not look directly into the barrel. Accidental discharge into the eyes may cause permanent injury or death. 6
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