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BT_TM-15_Manual.qxp 6/17/09 5:23 PM Page D CONTENTS Page 1. Rules for Safe Marker Handling 1 2. Introduction and Specifications 1 3. Battery Replacement and Life Indicator 1 4. Compressed Air/Nitrogen Supply 2 5. Basic Operation 2 6. Firing the TM-15 4 7. Break Beam Eyes Operation 4 8. Unloading the TM-15 5 9. Regulator and Velocity Adjustments 5 10. Programming 6 11. Setting Functions 7 12. Trigger Adjustments 9 13. General Maintenance 10 14.
BT_TM-15_Manual.qxp 6/17/09 5:23 PM Page 1 1. Rules for Safe Marker Handling IMPORTANT: Never carry your TM-15 uncased when not on a playing field. The non-playing public and law enforcement personnel may not be able to distinguish between a paintball marker and firearm. For your own safety and to protect the image of the sport, always carry your TM-15 in a suitable marker case or in the box it came in. • Treat every marker as if it were loaded. • Never look down the barrel of a paintball marker.
BT_TM-15_Manual.qxp 6/17/09 5:23 PM Page 2 To remove the magazine, press in the magazine release button, which is located on the right side of the TM-15. While pressing the release button, pull the magazine down and out of the body and then insert a 9-volt battery following the polarity markings on the side of the magazine. (Fig. 1.1) Fig 1.1 The TM-15 also has a battery life indicator.
BT_TM-15_Manual.qxp 6/17/09 5:23 PM Page 3 • Keep your finger out of the trigger guard and away from the trigger; point the muzzle of the marker in a safe direction at all times. Keep the marker turned OFF when not in use. The TM-15 uses a power switch and a selector switch for its safety devices. • Always keep your TM-15 pointed in a safe direction. Always use a barrel plug or barrel blocking device.
BT_TM-15_Manual.qxp 6/17/09 5:23 PM Page 4 Eye Function The TM-15 board is pre-programmed to activate the eye system each time the marker is powered up. See Section 7 (Break Beam Eyes Operation) for more details. 6. Firing the TM-15 Installing a Loader and Paintballs The TM-15 comes equipped to accept 1.03" (outer dimension) standardgravity feed loaders as well as most agitating and force-feed loaders. Fit the loader directly into the feed elbow.
BT_TM-15_Manual.qxp 6/17/09 5:23 PM Page 5 To turn the eyes off, ensure that there are no paintballs in the markers breech or feed elbow and make sure the marker is switched off. While pulling and holding the trigger, turn the marker on. When the selector is switched to a firing mode, a quick double blinking green LED will indicate that the eye system has been deactivated. To turn the eyes back on, simply press the power button one time quickly.
BT_TM-15_Manual.qxp 6/17/09 5:23 PM Page 6 Notes: • Always watch the gauge as you are adjusting the pressure. • The bottomline regulator should not be disassembled. • Never set the regulator above 200 psi. Adjusting Velocity- At the back of the TM-15 internal body is the bolt guide cap. The holes in the bolt guide cap serve as your velocity adjuster. Confirm that the pressure on your TM-15 bottom-line regulator is at 200 PSI.
BT_TM-15_Manual.qxp 6/17/09 5:23 PM Page 7 To change the tournament lock, press the button once to display the current status, then press it again within 1 second and the LED will blink the new status. Note: The tournament lock button is part of the markers circuit board. Only use light pressure when pressing the button. To Enter Programming Mode- The TM-15 must be OFF and the tournament lock must be off to begin managing the functions.
BT_TM-15_Manual.qxp 6/17/09 5:23 PM Page 8 Selector Switch the (F3) Position - NXL full auto; see value 3.
BT_TM-15_Manual.qxp 6/17/09 5:23 PM Page 9 Ball in Place Delay (BIP) Ball in Place Delay (BIP) will be indicated by a flashing red LED. The BIP is defaulted at 10 ms (each Flash = 1 millisecond). BIP is adjustable from 1–40 milliseconds. Note: If you are not using a force-feed loader, it is recommended that you use a higher BIP setting. changed value. The LED will now flash 1 time, to show that the firing mode has been changed to semi-auto.
BT_TM-15_Manual.qxp 6/17/09 5:23 PM Page 10 • The Second (2) set screw adjusts forward movement, and forward stop point. • The Third (3) set adjusts the trigger return spring tension. Turn it clockwise to increase the spring tension and counter clockwise to decrease the spring tension. • The (4) Fourth set screw adjusts the rear movement range, and rear stop point. Notes: • If any of the set screws are over adjusted in any direction the TM-15 may not fire.
BT_TM-15_Manual.qxp 6/17/09 5:23 PM Page 11 TM-15. Do not use any chemicals, as you may damage the protective finish. If a full cleaning is needed, we recommend that you fully disassemble the TM-15; doing so will allow you to rinse the shells with hot water to remove dirt and paint buildup. Warning: Do not rinse the TM-15 under water without fully disassembling the marker, as you may damage the markers electronics.
BT_TM-15_Manual.qxp 6/17/09 5:23 PM Page 12 Note: The selector arm is keyed into the selector shaft. Make sure they are aligned before reinstalling the selector arm screw. Magazine Release Assembly Remove the magazine release screw, using a 5/64" Allen wrench. Lift the spring cap and spring out of the right side shell; and then push the magazine release arm out of the left side shell. Separating Shell Once the parts above have been removed, the shell can now be separated.
BT_TM-15_Manual.qxp 6/17/09 5:23 PM Page 13 not easily slide out, insert a BT barrel swab into the front of the body and push out the bolt and bolt guide assembly. Note: You can remove the bolt guide assembly for maintenance and cleaning by taking off the removable shell panel only. It is not necessary to separate the shells. Maintenance of Bolt and Bolt Guide • Inspect the o-rings on both the bolt and bolt guide for any wear or damage. Replace damaged or worn o-rings if necessary.
BT_TM-15_Manual.qxp 6/17/09 5:23 PM Page 14 to clean the eye sensors. Only use a damp cloth with water. Regulator Warning: Do not take the regulator apart; it is not designed to be user serviceable. Damage to regulator will not be covered under warranty. 15. Storage and Transportation IMPORTANT: Never carry your TM-15 uncased when not on a playing field. The non-playing public and law enforcement personnel may not be able to distinguish between a paintball marker and firearm.
BT_TM-15_Manual.qxp Does not turn on Does not fire 6/17/09 5:23 PM Page 15 Be sure selector Marker will not turn on unless the selector is on “S” position. is on “S” position. Be sure you have a fresh battery. If you have tried several different batteries, check to make sure the battery harness is plugged in to the board properly. If it is, unplug the battery from the harness for 5 minutes, then plug back in and try again. Make sure marker is turned on.
BT_TM-15_Manual.qxp Regulator pressure spikes Breaks paint in chamber 6/17/09 Regulator adjusted too high. 5:23 PM Page 16 If the needle on the regulator’s gauge climbs well over 200 psi when attempting to install the air tank, first remove the brass adjustment screw in the front of the regulator and try again to install the air tank. If the needle reads 0, reinstall the adjustment screw and turn in until the needle reads 200 psi. Eyes are turned off. Only fire paintballs with the marker’s eyes on.
BT_TM-15_Manual.qxp 6/17/09 Inconsistent Battery may velocity be low. 5:23 PM Page 17 Replace battery with a fresh brand name alkaline 9-volt. Schematic # Poppet o-ring may be worn. Replace poppet o-ring and apply fresh grease. Velocity drops off when firing multiple shots Air tank is not screwed all the way into the TM-15’s regulator ASA.
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BT_TM-15_Manual.qxp Schematic # 30 31 32 not shown 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 20 6/17/09 5:23 PM Page 20 Description SOLENOID AIR TRANSFER O-RINGS LIGHT PIPE POWER BUTTON BATTERY HARNESS RUBBER GRIP CLAMPING FEED ELBOW (complete) QUICK RELEASE SCREW (button head 8-32 X 1.250) LEVER QUICK RELEASE NUT QUICK RELEASE SEAT QUICK RELEASE SPACER QUICK RELEASE SHELL SCREW (socket head 6-32 x .625) FRAME SCREW ( flat head 6-32 X .
BT_TM-15_Manual.qxp 6/17/09 5:23 PM Page E from state to state, province to province, nation to nation. TM-15 Limited Lifetime Warranty LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY INFORMATION (ORIGINAL PURCHASE RECEIPT REQUIRED) KEE Action Sports (“KEE”) warrants that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for as long as it is owned by the original purchaser, subject to the terms and conditions set forth below.
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