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PMI PIRANHA™ OWNER'S MANUAL
WARNING
This paintball marker is intended for sale to adults 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.
WARNING
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 OWNER'S MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE LOADING,
PRESSURIZING, OR OPERATING THE PMI PIRANHA™ PAINTBALL MARKER.
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This owner's manual is provided with 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 owner's
manual may be updated or changed without notice.
This owner'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. Updated and replacement owner's manual may be obtained from
Pursuit Marketing, Inc., 5035 River Road, Schiller Park, IL 60176 USA; phone 847.233.9900; www.pminetwork.com.
Questions about the operation of the PMI Piranha™ paintball marker may be directed to Pursuit Marketing, Inc.
PAINTBALL SAFETY RULES .........................2
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS..........4
COMPRESSED GAS/AIR..........6
VELOCITY ADJUSTMENT ....................8
PMI PIRANHA™ SPECIFICATIONS ..............10
PARTS & DIAGRAM ....................................11
MAINTENANCE & LUBRICATION ............14
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................20
WARRANTY........23
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
This owner’s manual is provided with 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 owner’s manual may be updated or changed without notice. -
Page 2: Paintball Safety Rules
SAFETY FIRST! WARNING 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 OWNER’S MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE LOADING, PRESSURIZING, OR OPERATING THE PMI PIRANHA™... - Page 3 Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959; phone 610.832.9500; www.astm.org. “Standard Practice for Paintball Field Operation” is publication F1777-97, and “Standard Specification for Eye Protective Devices for Paintball Sports” is publication F1776-97; inquire about additional publications which may be available at the time request is made. PMI Piranha ™...
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Page 4: Operating Instructions
O P E RA TING THE PMI PIRANHA™ P A I N T BALL MARKER WARNING Every person within range of an area where a paintball marker is in use must wear protective goggles and headgear specifically designed for paintball. - Page 5 9. Test for function after attaching power source: Squeeze the trigger. The marker should shoot air and the cocking knob should cycle forward and back, stopping in the cocked position, after each trigger squeeze. Repeat several times. The PMI Piranha™ semi-automatic marker shoots one paintball for each squeeze of the trigger, and recocks itself after each shot.
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Page 6: Compressed Gas/Air
COMPRESSED GAS/AIR The PMI Piranha™ paintball marker may be powered by CO , regulated compressed air, or regulated nitrogen. From the source of gas or air through the entire power system, there are varying pressures that are applied to the marker and the components of the power system. - Page 7 Many cylinders are required by the U.S. Department of Transportation to be hydro tested at periodic intervals, with the interval varying according to cylinder type. The date of the cylinder’s initial or later testing appears on the cylinder. A cylinder that is out of date for hydrostatic testing must not be filled or used. PMI Piranha ™...
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Page 8: Velocity Adjustment
VELOCITY ADJUSTMENT ON THE PMI PIRA N H A ™ WARNING All paintball markers must be chronographed regularly. Adjust marker to shoot paintballs at a velocity that is less than 300 feet per second (fps) and that does not exceed the velocity limit set by the paintball park where the marker is in use. - Page 9 The hammer spring assembled with the PMI Piranha™ paintball marker is intended to provide appropriate shooting velocity for most outdoor paintball game situations and will provide a range of velocities suitable for most conditions. Shooting velocity will vary based upon form of regulated compressed gas or air used to power the marker, outside temperature, and other factors.
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Page 10: Pmi Piranha™ Specifications
This owner’s manual is provided with 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 owner’s manual may be updated or changed without notice. -
Page 11: Parts & Diagram
Knob Vertical ASA Gas Port Velocity Figure 8 Adjusting Screw Ball Retainer Safety Pin Sear Release Slide Trigger Grip Bottom line adapter Shown: PMI Piranha™ VTL and ASA attach Vertical Air Configuration here on bottom line models. PMI Piranha ™... - Page 12 PMI PIRANHA™ PARTS DIAGRAM 1. Receiver RP1110 23. Grip Left RP1703 2. Barrel RP1114 24. Grip Right RP1704 3. ASA Gas Port RP1610 25. Velocity Screw RP1704 4. Sight Rail RP1113 26. Valve Set Screw RP1513 5 Field Strip Pin RP1112 27.
- Page 13 Figure 9 Shown: PMI Piranha™ VTL Vertical Air Configuration PMI Piranha ™...
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Page 14: Maintenance & Lubrication
MAINTENANCE OF THE PMI PIRANHA™ The PMI Piranha™ is easy to strip for cleaning and basic maintenance. Regular cleaning and maintenance is highly recommended, including frequent checks of all power system components. Keep screws tightened. Replace worn components with factory parts; all leaks must be repaired promptly. Power system repairs are best performed by the factory or an authorized factory repair facility;... - Page 15 3. Before screwing the barrel onto the marker after removal, clean the barrel threads and put a drop of oil onto the o-ring. 4. After removing the trigger frame, put a drop of oil onto the pivot points of the trigger and sear. 5. The valve and valve o-rings do not require oil. PMI Piranha ™...
- Page 16 MAINTENANCE OF THE PMI PIRANHA™ REASSEMBLY PROCEDURE 1. See Figures 15 through 23, which show the sequence of procedure for reassembly of the bolt/hammer assembly. Once it is reassembled, hold the bolt/hammer assembly in one hand. Figure 24. Push it into the marker until it stops sliding forward, which will be about halfway into the body of the marker.
- Page 17 SEQUENCE FOR BOLT/HAMMER REASSEMBLY Figure 15 Figure 16 Figure 17 Figure 19 Figure 18 Figure 20 Figure 21 Figure 22 Figure 23 Figure 24 Figure 25 Figure 26 PMI Piranha ™...
- Page 18 WARNING DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PERFORM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES UNLESS QUALIFIED TO DO SO. CONTACT PMI, INC., FOR REPAIR ASSISTANCE AND INFORMATION REGARDING AUTHORIZED PMI PIRANHA™ REPAIR FACILITIES. PAINTBALL MARKER POWER SYSTEMS MUST BE REPAIRED OR REPLACED ONLY WITH THE CORRECT PRESSURE RATED COMPONENTS.
- Page 19 6. Follow the procedures in this manual for adding power system, loader, and paintballs. Questions about the operation of the PMI Piranha™ paintball marker may be directed to: Pursuit Marketing, Inc., 5035 River Road, Schiller Park, IL 60176 USA ; phone 847.233.9900 ext. 7150 www.pminetwork.com PMI Piranha ™...
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Page 20: Troubleshooting
WARNING DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PERFORM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES UNLESS QUALIFIED TO DO SO. THIS TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE DOES NOT COVER ALL SITUATIONS AN INDIVIDUAL MAY ENCOUNTER. CONTACT PMI, INC., FOR REPAIR ASSISTANCE AND INFORMATION REGARDING AUTHORIZED PMI PIRANHA™ REPAIR FACILITIES. PAINTBALL MARKER POWER SYSTEMS MUST BE REPAIRED OR REPLACED WITH THE CORRECT PRESSURE RATED COMPONENTS. - Page 21 CHRONOGRAPH THE MARKER AT REGULAR INTERVALS DURING THE DAY, AS WELL AS ANY TIME THE POWER SOURCE IS REFILLED OR CHANGED, ANY TIME THE BARREL OR ANY PART IN THE POWER SYSTEM IS CHANGED, AND UPON REQUEST OF ANY PLAYER OR GAME OFFICIAL. DO NOT EXCEED 300 FPS VELOCITY. PMI Piranha ™...
- Page 22 WARNING DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PERFORM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES UNLESS QUALIFIED TO DO SO. CONTACT PMI, INC., FOR REPAIR ASSISTANCE AND INFORMATION REGARDING AUTHORIZED PMI PIRANHA™ REPAIR FACILITIES. BEFORE DISASSEMBLY OF THE MARKER, REMOVE ALL PAINTBALLS FROM THE MARKER, BARREL, AND LOADER; REMOVE POWER SOURCE;...
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Page 23: Warranty
Service for this replacement or repair will be done free of charge upon delivery of the product to Pursuit Marketing, Inc. (PMI, Inc.), 5035 River Road, Schiller Park, IL 60176; accompanied by proof of the date of purchase in the form of a sales receipt or packing slip, customer pays shipping charges. - Page 24 A returned product must be accompanied by a Return Authorization (RA) number; please call PMI, Inc., at 847.233.9900 to obtain a RA number before shipping product to PMI, Inc. All warranty returns must be accompanied by a copy of the sales receipt or packing slip, the owner’s name, address, and telephone number.
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