Tippmann Games 98 Custom, Games CO2 Powered Paintball Gun User Manual

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.

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PNEUMATICS, INC.

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Owner’s Manual

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TIPPMANN

PNEUMATICS, INC.

3518 Adams Center Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46806

P) 260-749-6022 • F) 260-749-6619

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a “Tippmann

98 CUSTOM”

accurate and durable paintball gun available. The

CUSTOM

for properly.
Please take time to read through this manual thoroughly and

become familiar with the “Tippmann
operation, and safety precautions before you attempt to load
or fire this gun.

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...................................................1 2

Cleaning & Maintenance .................................................13

Field Stripping..................................................................1 3

1. Receiver Disassembly ......................................14

Repairing Tank Leaks ......................................................16

Storage ............................................................................16

Warranty and Repair Policy.............................................17

1. Warranty or Repair Procedure..........................18

paintball gun. We believe it to be the most

will give many years of dependable service if cared

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98 CUSTOM”

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parts,

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. Y ou 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.

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• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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

• 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 CO

2 cylinder

immediately after use for safe storage.

• 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.

• 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.

• Do not look directly into the barrel. Accidental discharge
into the eyes may cause permanent injury or death.

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• Never fire your gun at personal property of others, the
paintball can stain the paint of automobiles and houses.

Specifications

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.

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