Ariakon Combat Pistol User Manual

WARNING

THIS IS NOT A TOY. MISUSE MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY

OR DEATH. PROPER EYE AND FACE PROTECTION

DESIGNED FOR PAINTBALL MUST BE WORN AT ALL TIMES

BY THE USER AND ANY OTHER PERSON WITHIN RANGE.

THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED FOR UNSUPERVISED

USE BY PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 18. READ THE

OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.

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WARNING AND LIABILITY STATEMENT

This marker is classified as a dangerous weapon and is surrendered by ARIAKON™ with the express understanding that the purchaser assumes all liability resulting from unsafe handling, misuse, or any action that constitutes a violation of any applicable laws or regulations. ARIAKON™ assumes no liability for, and shall not be liable for personal injury, loss of property or life resulting from use of this weapon under any circumstances, including but not limited to those resulting from intentional, reckless, negligent, or any other possible accidental discharges. All information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. ARIAKON™ reserves the right to make changes and improvements to products without incurring any obligation to incorporate such improvements in products previously sold.

Be responsible! Be safe!

The ownership and use of this marker places the total responsibility of its safe and lawful use upon you. 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, at all times, must use caution when using this marker.

• Do not pressurize, load, or fire this marker until you have

completely read and understood this manual and are familiar with its operation and safety procedures.

• Handle this marker as if it were loaded at all times.

• Wear paintball approved goggles and full face mask when you are

firing your marker, or are within range of anyone else firing their marker. NEVER shoot at someone who is not protected with gear as described.

• Always leave the marker in ‘SAFE’ mode when not actually in

game play.

• Do not carry this paintball marker in public unless it is stored in a

paintball case or bag.

• Always make sure your barrel is properly covered with a barrel

plug or barrel cover whenever you are not actually in game play.

• Only pressurize and load the marker when you intend to

immediately use it. Always unload and remove CO2 cylinder immediately after use for safe storage.

• Never point the marker at anything you do not intend to shoot.

• Only use paintball markers where it is legal and/or approved.

• Always keep the muzzle pointed down or in a safe direction.

• Use only .68 caliber paintballs. Never load or attempt to fire any

other objects.

• Wear proper attire and avoid exposing any skin when playing the

game of paintball.

• Keep exposed skin away from escaping CO

installing or removing the cylinder.

gas when

• Never look directly into the barrel while it is attached to the

marker. Accidental discharge into the eyes may cause permanent injury or death.

• Avoid shooting an opponent at point blank (6 feet or less).

• Never disassemble or perform maintenance to the marker while it

is pressurized with gas.

• Never shoot at wildlife or any other animals.

• Never shoot your marker at personal property of others.

GETTING STARTED

IMPORTANT: Paintball approved eye and face protection must be worn at all times when handling this or any other marker. Always make sure that when not actively firing the marker in a paintball game, the marker is in “safe” mode and the barrel plug or barrel cover is properly installed.

1) Magazine Clip - Removing and Attaching

To remove the magazine assembly grasp the top of the magazine and push forward while lifting the back of the magazine upward.

To attach the magazine assembly hold the magazine from the top and insert the front of the magazine into the rail first. Push forward on the magazine while lowering the rear into the rails.

Note: You may need to loosen the magazine plug (#64300) slightly to ensure the magazine properly attaches under the rails.

2) Magazine Clip - Loading the Paintballs First remove the plug (#64300) at the rear of the magazine. Then slide the silver spring rod to the front of the magazine and lock it into place in the groove. Make sure that the inside of the magazine is clean and free of dirt, debris, moisture and paint. Using a 10 round tube, or manually loading the paintballs individually, fill the magazine with up to ten (10) paintballs. Next replace the plug in the back of the magazine. Lastly, release the spring rod. This will ensure the paintballs feed automatically into the pistol.

NOTE: The magazine plug (#64300) has an additional feature to prevent paintballs from feeding into the marker. If the wedge on the inside of the plug is turned down it will stop the paintballs from feeding. Simply turn the wedge up to allow the paintballs to feed into the marker.

3) Air Source Installation First make sure the marker is in “safe” mode. Next you need to cock the marker by pulling the cocking handle (#64064) all the way back until it clicks . Then unscrew the CO2 cap (#64180-03) counter-clockwise to remove it. Insert a 12 gram CO into the air chamber. Screw the CO clockwise until it is securely tightened.

IMPORTANT: If you do not cock the marker before inserting the CO2 all the air will escape from the marker.

4) Adjusting the Velocity To adjust the velocity use the velocity adjustor (#69220) at the rear of the marker. Turning the velocity adjuster in or clockwise will increase the velocity, and adjusting it out or counter-clockwise will lower the velocity. You may need to loosen the locking screw (#90005) before increasing the velocity.

specifications

Model……………………………… Ariakon Combat Pistol™ Caliber…………………………….. .68 caliber Action……………………………… Semi-automatic (open bolt, blow-back) Power……………………………… CO2 Barrel length……………………… 8” Overall Length……………………. 13” Weight …………………………..… 2.2 lbs

PERFORMANCE

Operating a paintball marker below 70°F (21°C) will decrease the number of effective shots. The same is true for operating above 70°F (21° C). Many factors affect velocity and accuracy, including brand of paintball, type of paintball, amount of CO2 in source, lubrication, barrel condition and temperature.

cap back on by turning in

cartridge

UNLOADING YOUR MARKER

IMPORTANT: Paintball approved eye and face protection should be worn when operating any paintball product. Make sure your barrel plug, or barrel cover, is installed properly and always keep your marker pointed in a safe direction away from others.

1) When finished using the marker make sure there are no paintballs or air left in the marker. To do so, point the marker in a safe direction, away from others, take the marker out of “safe” mode, and fire the marker until all the air is gone. Return the marker to “safe” mode. To ensure there are no paintballs left in the marker remove the magazine and turn the pistol upside-down. Make sure there are no paintballs left inside the magazine before reattaching. You may then safely remove the CO2 cartridge.

Storing your marker

NOTE: Proper storage of your ARIAKON cut down on the maintenance needed when bringing the marker back out to play.

1)Before storing, make sure there are no paintballs or air left in the marker. Do not store the marker with a CO2 cartridge in the air chamber. (Refer to “Unloading Your Marker”).

2)Clean and oil necessary parts before storing (Refer to “Basic Cleaning and Maintenance”). You should store your marker in a dry area.

IMPORTANT: Failure to clean your marker may void the warranty.

3)When removing your marker from storage you should re-oil the striker and bolt before any use.

Transporting your marker

Observe all local, state and federal laws concerning the transportation of paintball markers. For information concerning any of the laws in your area, contact your nearby law enforcement agency.

NEVER CARRY YOUR MARKER UNCASED WHEN NOT ON A PLAYING FIELD. THE NON-PLAYING PUBLIC AND LAW ENFORCEMENT PERSONNEL MAY NOT BE ABLE TO DISTINGUISH BETWEEN A PAINT MARKING DEVICE AND FIREARM. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY AND TO PROTECT THE IMAGE OF THE SPORT, ALWAYS CARRY YOUR MARKER IN A SUITABLE CASE.

Additional resources

Remember we are here to help. Below you will find several ways to get

additional answers to any questions you may have about your Ariakon

Combat Pistol.

paintball marker can help

On our Website: www.ariakon.com

Our website features an extensive support and help section where you

will find answers to many common questions.

On our Forum: http://forum.ariakon.com

Get help from fellow players who also own ARIAKON products on

our customer forum. Hundreds of users visit the forum many times per

day to discuss ARIAKON products as well as paintball in general.

You can also set up games, meet new people, and best of all it’s FREE!

On the Phone: 1-877-4-ARIAKON

Our friendly support staff is ready to help you with any

questions you may have regarding you new ARIAKON marker. Don’t

be shy, give us a call. International please call 1-760-268-0735.

BASIC CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

NOTE: Basic maintenance of your ARIAKON™ marker is your responsibility. Your marker will provide you with dependable performance for many games if properly cared for. Not properly maintaining your marker could result in voiding your warranty. WARNING: Before conducting any maintenance, remove the air source and magazine from your marker. Make sure there are no paintballs left in the marker (Refer to “Unloading Your Marker”). Make sure your marker is in ’SAFE’ mode. Normal maintenance and cleaning will help reduce the

majority of any possible complications with the performance of your marker. For best results we recommend cleaning your marker after each day of use. Use a damp towel with water to wipe off paint, oil and debris. (Do not use any cleaning solvents such as 409® or Simple Green®. Use of such products on your marker may cause corrosion and/or damage the internal parts, and may also void your warranty.) When oiling the cleaned parts we recommend using any paintball brand paintball gun oil. (The use of other lubricants such as WD-40®, graphite, and oil designed for actual firearms may cause build up and/or damage the internal parts or seals. Use of such products may also void your warranty.)

In order to help you properly maintain your marker we have

created 7 simple steps for cleaning your marker:

1)Remove the retaining clip from the retaining pin (#73001). Then remove the retaining pin (#67110) from the marker.

Use caution when removing the retaining pin. The velocity lug and spring guide pin will be under pressure from the velocity spring.

2) Pull the bolt assembly out from the rear of the marker by pulling

back on the cocking handle (#64060). This will also cause any remaining internal parts, that need to be cleaned, to be removed from the marker. Clean all internal parts with a soft cloth.

3) Use a paintball squeegee, battle swab or soft cloth to clean the upper tube of the marker.

4)Inspect the o-ring on the striker (#96057). If it appears damaged or discolored from paint, replace the o-ring using a standard CO2 bottle o-ring. We recommend replacing the o-ring on the striker periodically to ensure optimal performance. Oil the striker

(#64050) before reassembling the marker. IMPORTANT: Use only paintball gun oil to lubricate the marker.

5) When reassembling the marker, the bolt (#64030-03) and striker (#64050) must be positioned correctly, with the connecting pin (#64040) inserted properly into the hole on the top of the striker.

Holding the pieces together, simultaneously insert the parts into the rear of the marker with the o-ring end of the striker going in first. Continue to push the parts all the way in. You will need to pull the trigger a few times while pushing the parts in for the striker to be able to pass over the sear (#69380).

6) Next insert the striker cushion (#64100) into the lower tube. Then insert the velocity spring (#64090) into the lower tube, followed by the velocity spring guide pin (#64080).

7)Lastly, push the velocity lug (#64070-03) into the marker until the groove lines up with the hole for the retaining pin. Hold the

velocity lug in place while inserting the retaining pin (#67110).

Reinsert the retaining clip.

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WARRANTY TERMS AND AGREEMENTS

LIMITED 1 year WARRANTY

ARIAKON™ products are warranted for 1 year from the original date of retail purchase. During the warranty period, any part, because of manufacturing defects or workmanship, that fails to function properly under normal use shall be repaired or replaced, at ARIAKON‘S™ sole discretion, free of charge. This product must be operated in accordance with the instructions included with the unit.

WHAT IS COVERED

Any parts which are determined to be defective. Labor associated with the warranty repairs. Transportation charges to consumer for repaired product.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

Malfunctions or damage resulting from misuse, failure to perform normal maintenance (see Basic Cleaning and Maintenance), tampering, unauthorized repairs, modifications, alterations, abuse, neglect, accident, aftermarket parts and add-ons. Wearable part such as, but not limited to, anodizing, o-rings, cup seal, ball detent, sights, springs, screws, plastic parts, and plastic finishes. Transportation charges to ARIAKON™ for defective product. Use of Locktite® or non-approved lubricant on any ARIAKON™ product will void the warranty.

WARRANTY CLAIMS

USA customers: You must contact ARIAKON™ at 1-877-4-ARIAKON and obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization Number. A copy of

original purchase receipt must be included with the return. Package the product carefully using ample padding material to prevent damage in transit and ship it prepaid and insured. We recommend that you ship your return product using a method of shipment that supplies proof of delivery to establish liability. ARIAKON™ is not responsible for items that do not reach us or are lost / damaged in transit.

International Customers: Please return product to your nearest distributor. If you do not know your distributor, please call 760-268-0735 and ask for our International Department for assistance.

IMPLIED WARRANTIES

WE MAKE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE STATED IN THIS SECTION. ARIAKON™ MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, OF ANY KIND WITH RESPECT TO PRODUCTS SOLD, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO QUALITY, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. YOU AGREE THAT THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE MAXIMUM LIABILITY, TO ARIAKON™ ARISING FROM ANY PRODUCT SOLD, SHALL BE THE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT ORDERED. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MODIFY THIS WARRANTY AT ANY TIME AT OUR SOLE DISCRETION. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. TO THE EXTENT ANY PROVISONS OF WARRANTY IS PROHIBITED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR MUNICIPAL LAW WHICH CANNOT BE PREEMPTED, SHALL NOT BE APPLICABLE. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE AND COUNTRY TO COUNTRY.

LIABILITY STATEMENT

ARIAKON™ SHALL NOT BE LIABLE, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE, FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, OR INCIDENTAL EXPENSES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGE AND LOSS OF PROPERTY, LOSS OF LIFE, PERSONAL INJURY OR ANY OTHER EXPENSE RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS WEAPON, INCLUDING THE INTENTIONAL, RECKLESS, NEGLIGENT OR ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGES. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

GOVERNING LAW

THE SALE(S) WILL BE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. VENUE AND JURISDICTION FOR ALL DISPUTES WILL LIE IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA.

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