Paintball Marker Operator’s Manual 5.3
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The PMI Piranha® is a paintball marker designed to shoot .68 caliber paintballs for use in the sport of paintball. Paintball is a recreational and competitive sport played worldwide. Special equipment used in paintball includes paintball markers, which are airguns; and paintballs, which are liquid-filled gelatin capsules that mark with a bright color. The object of the game is to capture the opposing team’s flag; while on that quest, players try to mark their opponents to eliminate them from the game.
WARNING
Protective goggles and headgear specifically designed for paintball must be worn by all persons within range when a paintball marker is in use. Paintball safety rules must be followed at all times.
THE PMI PIRANHA® PAINTBALL MARKER IS NOT A TOY. 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 THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE LOADING, PRESSURIZING, OR OPERATING THE PMI PIRANHA® PAINTBALL MARKER.
STATEMENT OF LIABILITY This PMI Piranha® semi-automatic paintball marker is surrendered by Pursuit Marketing, Inc. (PMI), with the express understanding that the purchaser assumes all liability arising out of any unsafe handling of this marker or any action that violates any applicable laws or regulations. PMI assumes no liability for, and shall not be responsible for, any personal injury or loss of property or life resulting from the use of this paintball marker under any circumstances, including but not limited to those resulting from intentional, reckless, negligent or accidental discharges. READ THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE LOADING, PRESSURIZING, OR OPERATING THE PMI PIRANHA® PAINTBALL MARKER. PMI Piranha® is a registered trademark of Pursuit Marketing, Inc. Pursuit Marketing, Inc. (PMI), founded in 1982 and manufacturer of the PMI Piranha® line of semi-automatic paintball markers, is an industry-leading manufacturer and wholesale distributor with warehouses in key locations throughout the U.S.A. Headquarters: PMI, 55 Howard Ave, Des Plaines, Illinois 60018 USA; phone 1.800.579.1633; www.buypmi.com.
PMI PIRANHA® OPERATOR’S MANUAL !
This paintball marker is intended for sale to adults 18 years of age or older only, for use in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Adult supervision is recommended at all times whenever a minor is handling this paintball marker. Protective goggles and headgear specifically designed for paintball must be worn by all persons within range when a paintball marker is in use. Paintball safety rules must be followed at all times.
TABLE OF CONTENTS TOP 6 QUESTIONS ANSWERED ……3
PAINTBALL SAFETY RULES 4
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6
COMPRESSED GAS/AIR 8
VELOCITY ADJUSTMENT 10
PMI PIRANHA® SPECIFICATIONS 12
USP Instructions 13
PIRANHA PARTS LOCATION/DIAGRAMS..15
EVO INSTRUCTIONS 27
EFORCE INSTRUCTIONS 31
MAINTENANCE & LUBRICATION 33
TROUBLESHOOTING 41
WARRANTY 45
This operator’s manual includes several models of the PMI Piranha® paintball marker. Pursuit Marketing, Inc. (PMI, Inc.), reserves the right to modify or change its markers without incurring any obligation to incorporate such modifications or changes in any of its products that were sold prior to the modification. The information in this operator’s manual may be updated or changed without notice. This operator’s manual is intended to remain with the paintball marker upon any subsequent transfer of the marker, whether through sale, resale, or furnishing in any manner. An updated or replacement operator’s manual may be obtained from: Pursuit Marketing, Inc., 55 Howard Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018 USA; phone 1.800.579.1633; www.buypmi.com. Questions about the operation of the PMI Piranha® paintball marker may be directed to Pursuit Marketing Inc., or visit www.buypmi.com for updates regarding your Piranha® purchase. 2
TOP 6 QUESTIONS ANSWERED
PAINTBALL BASIC SAFETY RULES
1. Leaks down barrel
Make sure marker is cocked before attaching air. Check cup seal for wear or grooves. Replace if leak continues. See page 36 for more information.
SAFETY FIRST!
2. Low velocity (to make it shoot harder)
1. Check that air source is adequately filled.
2. Adjust velocity by turning the velocity adjusting screw clockwise. 3. Remove bolt/hammer assembly and clean it. Clean inside receiver area where bolt/hammer assembly is located. Lubricate all O-rings on bolt assembly with synthetic paintball marker oil. 4. Change to a stiffer hammer spring. See page 10 for complete velocity instructions. 3. Before you change any O-ring or “seal”
READ THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE LOADING, PRESSURIZING, OR OPERATING THE PMI PIRANHA® PAINTBALL MARKER.
Always wear protective goggles and headgear specifically designed for paintball when shooting this or any paintball marker.
Every person within range of an area where a paintball marker is in use must wear protective goggles and headgear specifically designed for paintball.
Do not replace the Blue Hammer O-ring with a bottle O-ring! The marker needs a Piranha® Blue Hammer O-ring to work properly.
4. Regular Maintenance
See page 28-29.
This marker is intended for sale to adults 18 years of age or older only. Adult supervision is recommended at all times whenever a minor is handling this marker in any manner.
5. What is the “sear release slide?”
The sear release slide is a mechanical slide that allows you to re-install your bolt/block/hammer assembly back into your marker without shooting the marker or taking off the grip frame. See Reassembly Procedure on page 29 for more information.
During game play, follow referee’s instructions and all field safety rules. Avoid shooting at a player’s head, neck, or groin area.
Play paintball only where the rules of safe paintball play are followed.
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