Tippmann C3 Manual - English

WARNING BARREL SLEEVE INSTALLATION

E N www.tippmann.com G CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of your Tippmann C3 paintball marker. We believe it to be the most accurate L and durable paintball marker available, and proudly I manufactured in the USA. The Tippmann C3 will give many S years of dependable service if cared for properly. H Please take time to read through this manual thoroughly and 2955 Adams Center Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46803 USA P) 260-749-6022 • F) 260-749-6619

become familiar with the Tippmann C3 parts, operation, and safety precautions before you attempt to load or fire this marker. If you have a missing or broken part or need assistance, please contact Tippmann Consumer Relations at 1-800-533-4831 for fast friendly service. TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warning/Caution 2

Warning/Caution Barrel Sleeve Installation 2

Warning/Liability Statement 4

Safety is your Responsibility 4

Safe Mode = Turning The Safety On (PUSH SAFE) 4

Fire Mode = Turning The Safety Off (PUSH FIRE) 4

Warning/Caution Propane Handling & Storage Instructions 7

Getting Started 8

1. Installing the Battery 8

2. Propane Supply Cylinder Installation 8

3. Priming the Marker 8

4. Hopper Installation 9

5. Velocity Adjustment 9

6. To Fire The Marker 9

7. Rear Sight Adjustment 9

Schematic Parts List 10

Unloading Your Marker 12

Propane Supply Cylinder Removal 12

Marker / Propane Cylinder Storage 12

Cleaning & Maintenance 12

Marker Disassembly 14

Troubleshooting 20

Specifications 20

Frequently Asked Questions 21

Warranty and Repair Policy 23

Warranty or Repair Procedure 23

Warranty Registration 23

• EXCEPT WHEN YOUR MARKER IS IN USE, ALWAYS MAKE SURE THAT THE TRIGGER SAFETY IS IN SAFE MODE (SEE INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGE 4), AND THE BARREL SLEEVE IS PROPERLY INSTALLED ON YOUR MARKER AS SHOWN BELOW. 1) SLIDE BARREL INTO SLEEVE AND LOOP CORD OVER TOP OF RECEIVER AND POSITION AT BACK OF GRIP AS SHOWN BELOW. CORD LENGTH BARREL ADJUSTOR SLEEVE BUTTON 2) PINCH CORD LENGTH ADJUSTOR BUTTON AND HOLD TO BACK OF GRIP AS YOU PULL CORD THROUGH IT UNTIL ADJUSTOR IS SNUG AGAINST BACK OF GRIP, THEN RELEASE BUTTON. 3) CHECK TO BE SURE YOU LEAVE ENOUGH CORD ELASTICITY TO PULL CORD/ADJUSTOR UP OVER TOP OF MARKER TO REMOVE BARREL SLEEVE FOR FIRING. 4) AFTER CORD LENGTH IS ADJUSTED, LOCK CORD LENGTH BY TYING A KNOT IN THE CORD AGAINST THE BACK OF THE ADJUSTOR AS SHOWN.

Safety Is Your Responsibility (continued from page 4)

Warning/Liability Statement This marker is classified as a dangerous weapon and is E surrendered by Tippmann Sports, LLC with the understanding the purchaser assumes all liability resulting from unsafe N that handling or any action that constitutes a violation of any G applicable laws or regulations. Tippmann Sports, LLC shall L not be liable for personal injury, loss of property or life resulting from the use of this weapon under any circumstances, including I the intentional, reckless, negligent or accidental discharges. S All information contained in this manual is subject to change H without notice. Tippmann Sports, LLC reserves the right to make changes and improvements to products without incurring any obligation to incorporate such improvements in products previously sold. If you as a user do not accept liability, Tippmann Sports, LLC requests you do not use a Tippmann Sports, LLC marker. By using this paintball marker you release Tippmann Sports, LLC of any and all liability associated with its use.

SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY!

WARNING TRIGGER SAFETY ACTIVATION

PUSH SAFE • EXCEPT WHEN YOUR MARKER IS IN USE, ALWAYS MAKE SURE THAT THE BARREL SLEEVE IS INSTALLED (SEE PAGE 2) AND THE TRIGGER SAFETY IS IN SAFE MODE WHICH DISABLES THE TRIGGER. TO TURN ON THE SAFETY (SAFE MODE): PUSH THE SAFETY IN AS SHOWN ABOVE. TO TURN SAFETY OFF (FIRE MODE): PUSH SAME BUTTON ON OPPOSITE SIDE OF RECEIVER.

safe and sportsmanlike conduct. Always remember that the game of Paintball can only survive and grow if it remains SAFE! • Do not load or fire this marker until you have completely read E this manual and are familiar with its safety features, N mechanical operation and handling characteristics. G • Handle this and any marker as if it were loaded at all times. • Eye, face and ear protection designed specifically to stop L paintballs in the form of approved goggles and full face mask I should be worn by the user and any person within range. • Never shoot at a person who is not protected by eye, face S H and ear protection designed for paintball. • Pressurize and load the marker only when the marker will be immediately used. • Keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot. • Do not look down the barrel of a paintball marker. Accidental discharge into the eyes may cause permanent injury or death. • Keep the marker on safe until ready to shoot. • Keep the barrel sleeve installed on marker when not shooting. • Never point the marker at anything you do not intend to shoot. • Never fire your marker at anything you do not intend to shoot because there may be balls or foreign debris lodged in the chamber, barrel and / or the marker valve. • Do not fire at flammable objects as sparks coming from the barrel could cause a fire. • Use only in a well ventilated area. • Do not install or remove cylinder near flames or other ignition source. • Keep exposed skin away from escaping gas when installing or removing propane supply cylinder or if the marker or propane supply is leaking. Compressed propane gas is very cold and can cause frostbite under certain conditions. • Do not inhale propane fumes. • Other than briefly when attaching or detaching propane cylinder…