Tippmann A-5 RESPONSE User manual

TIPPMANNTM
PN# TP04100 Date: 6/05
Owner’s
Manual
Manual
del Usuario
Le Manuel du
Propriétaire
A-5TM RESPONSETM
A-5TM STEALTHTM
A-5TM WITH E-GRIPTM
A-5TM STEALTH CR-15TM
A-5TM
TIPPMANNTM
A-5TM
STEALTH
CR-15TM
A-5TM
RESPONSETM
A-5TM
STEALTHTM
A-5TM
WITH
E-GRIPTM
Owner’s Manual
Manual del
Usuario
Le Manuel du
Propriétaire
A-5TM
A-5TM
MARKERS

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WARNING
ADVERTENCIA
THIS IS NOT A TOY. MISUSE MAY CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH. EYE, FACEAND EAR PROTECTION
DESIGNED FOR PAINTBALL MUST BE WORN BY THE
USER AND ANY PERSON WITHIN RANGE. WE
RECOMMENDAT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD TO PURCHASE.
PERSONS UNDER 18 MUST HAVE ADULT SUPERVISION
WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT. READ THE OWNER’S
MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.
ESTO NO ES UN JUGUETE. UN USO INAPROPIADO
PUEDE CAUSAR SERIAS HERIDAS O MUERTE. OJOS,
CARA Y OIDOS DEBEN SER PROTEGIDOS TODO EL
TIEMPO, CON LA PROTECCIÓN DISEÑADA PARA
PAINTBALL TANTO POR JUGADORES COMO POR
CUALQUIER PERSONA QUE ESTE EN EL RADIO DE
ALCANCE. RECOMENDAMOS AL MENOS 18 AÑOS
PARA LA COMPRA Y USO. LAS PERSONAS MENORES
DE 18 AÑOS DEBEN USAR ESTE PRODUCTO BAJO LA
SUPERVISIÓN DE UN ADULTO. ANTES DE USAR ESTE
PRODUCTO LEA EL MANUAL DEL USUARIO.
CE N’EST PAS UN JOUET. L’USAGE IMPROPRE PEUT
CAUSER LA BLESSURE SÉRIEUSE OU LA MORT. LA
PROTECTION POUR LES YEUX, LE VISAGE ET LES
OREILLES CONSTRUITE POUR LA BALLE DE PEINT
DOIT ÊTRE PORTER PAR L’UTILISATEUR ET N’IMPORTE
QUELLE PERSONNE DANS LE CHAMP DE TIR. NOUS
RECOMMENDONS QU’ ON A DIX – HUIT ANS AU MOINS
POUR L’ACHETER. LES PERSONNES SOUS L’ÂGE DE
DIX – HUIT ANS DOIVENT AVOIR LA SUPERVISION D’
UNADULTE QUAND ON EMPLOIE CE PRODUIT. IL FAUT
LIRE TOUT DE CE MANUEL AVANT DE L’UTILISER.
AVERTISSEMENT
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WARNING
AVERTISSEMENT
SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY
SÉCURITÉ EST VOTRE RESPONSABILITÉ
ADVERTENCIA
LA SEGURIDAD ES SU RESPONSABILIDAD
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ALWAYS KEEP
TRIGGER SAFETY
IN SAFE MODE
UNLESS FIRING
AS DETAILED IN
INSTRUCTIONS
ON PAGE 4.
ALWAYS KEEP
BARREL SLEEVE
INSTALLED WHEN
NOT IN SHOOTING
SITUATION AS
DETAILED IN
INSTRUCTIONS
ON PAGE 2.
READ, FAMILIARIZE
YOURSELF AND ANY
OTHER USER OF THIS
MARKER WITH THE
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IN THIS MANUAL.
FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS WHEN
USING, WORKING ON,
TRANSPORTING OR
STORING THIS MARKER.
IL FAUT
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GARDER LA
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QUAND ON NE
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DÉTAILÉ DANS LES
INSTRUCTIONS À
LA PAGE 2.
IL FAUT LIRE, VOUS
FAMILIARISER ET
TOUS LES AUTRES
UTILISATEURS DE
CE MARQUEUR AVEC
LES INSTRUCTIONS
DE SÉCURITÉ DANS CE
MANUEL. SUIVEZ CES
INSTRUCTIONS QUAND
VOUS UTILISEZ,
TRAVAILLEZ SUR,
TRANSPORTEZ, OU
ENTREPOSEZ CE
MARQUEUR.
MANTENGA SIEMPRE
EL SEGURO DEL
GATILLO ACTIVADO
A MENOS QUE SE A
NECESARIO HACER
DISPAROS. INMEDIATOS
COMO SE VE EN LAS
INSTRUCCIONES
EN LA PÁGINA 4.
MANTENGA
LA FUNDA
DE SEGURIDAD
INSTALADA
CUANDO NO
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DISPAROS
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LA PÁGINA 2.
EL PROPIETARIO Y
TODA PERSONA QUE
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MARCADOR DEBE LEER
Y FAMILIARISARCE CON
LAS ISTRUCCIONES DE
SEGURIDAD EN ESTE
MANUAL. SIGA LAS
INSTRUCCIONES DE
USO, MANTENIMIENTO,
TRANSPORTE Y
ALMACENAJE DE ESTE
MARCADOR.
IL FAUT TOUJOURS
GARDER LA
DÉTENTE DANS UNE
MODE DE SÉCURITÉ
SAUF QUAND ON
TIRE COMME
DÉTAILÉ DANS LES
INSTRUCTIONS À
LA PAGE 4.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of your TippmannTM
paintball marker. We believe our A-5TM line of markers to be
the most accurate and durable paintball markers available,
and proudly manufactured in the USA. All TippmannTM A-5TM
models will give many years of dependable service if cared for
properly.
Please take time to read this manual thoroughly and become
familiar with your TippmannTM A-5TM markers’ 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 TippmannTM 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................................... 4
Fire Mode = Turning The Safety Off.................................... 4
Getting Started .................................................................... 6
1. Prepare Marker forAir Supply Cylinder Installation..... 6
2. Air Supply Cylinder Installation .................................... 6
3. Hopper and CycloneTM Feeder ..................................... 7
4. Rate of Fire Adjustments and Troubleshooting............ 7
5. Velocity Adjustment ..................................................... 7
6. Rear SightAdjustment ................................................. 7
Marker Model Specifications............................................. 13
A-5TM Schematic Standard Parts................................... 14-15
Unloading Your Marker ..................................................... 16
Air Supply Cylinder Removal ............................................ 16
Cleaning & Maintenance ................................................... 16
Field Stripping / Receiver Disassembly ............................ 17
Repairing Air Supply Leaks............................................... 22
Storage.............................................................................. 22
Warranty and Repair Policy .............................................. 23
Warranty or Repair Procedure .......................................... 23
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P) 260-749-6022 • F) 260-749-6619
www.tippmann.com
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WARNING
THIS IS NOT A TOY. MISUSE MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH. EYE, FACE AND EAR PROTECTION DESIGNED FOR
PAINTBALL MUST BE WORN BY THE USERANDANY PERSON
WITHIN RANGE. WE RECOMMEND AT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD
TO PURCHASE. PERSONS UNDER 18 MUST HAVE ADULT
SUPERVISION WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT. READ THE
OWNER’S MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.
WARNING
BARREL SLEEVE INSTALLATION
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 THERE IS ENOUGH CORD ELASTICITY
TO PULL CORD/ADJUSTOR OFF OF GRIP 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.
• 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 FOLLOWS.
FOR FLATLINE
BARRELS SLIDE
FLATLINE INTO
SLEEVE AND
LOOP CORD ONTO
FRONT GRIP AND
POSITION AT BACK OF FRONT GRIP.
CORD
LENGTH ADJUSTOR
BUTTON
1) SLIDE BARREL INTO SLEEVE AND LOOP CORD OVER TOP
OF RECEIVER AND POSITION AT BACK OF GRIP AS SHOWN.

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Safety Is Your Responsibility (continued from page 4)
Safety Is Your Responsibility (continued on page 6)
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• 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.
Safety Is Your Responsibility!
WARNING
PUSH SAFE
TRIGGER SAFETY ACTIVATION
The sport of Paintball will be viewed and judged upon your
safeandsportsmanlikeconduct. Alwaysrememberthatthegame
of Paintball can only survive and grow if it remains SAFE!
• Do not load or fire this marker until you have completely read
this manual and are familiar with its safety features,
mechanical operation and handling characteristics.
• Handle this and any marker as if it were loaded at all times.
• Keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot.
• Do not look down the barrel of a paintball marker. Accidental
dischargeintothe eyes may cause permanent injuryordeath.
• Keep the marker on safe until ready to shoot.
• Keepthe barrel sleeve installed on markerwhennotshooting.
• Neverpointthemarker 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 shoot at fragile objects such as windows.
• Never fire your marker at personal property of others, the
paintball can stain the paint of automobiles and houses.
• Always keep the muzzle pointed down or in a safe direction,
even if you stumble or fall.
• Eye, face and ear protection designed specifically to stop
paintballs in the form of approved goggles and full face
mask should be worn by the user and any person within range.
• Never shoot at a person who is not protected by eye, face
and ear protection designed for paintball.
• Pressurize and load the marker only when the marker will be
immediately used.
• NOTE: Before storing or disassembling be sure to remove
paintballsandairsupply. Completelyemptythehopper, point
your marker in a safe direction, fire several times to be sure
there are no balls lodged in the chamber and/or barrel or air
left in the marker. Install barrel sleeve (see page 2).
• Store the marker unloaded and degassed in a secure place.
• Familiarize yourself with any warnings and instructions listed
on the air supply cylinder. Contact the air supply cylinder
manufacturer with any questions.
• Do not field strip or otherwise disassemble this marker while
it is pressurized with air supply.
• Dress appropriately when playing the game of paintball.
Avoid exposing any skin when playing the game of paintball.
Warning/Liability Statement
This marker is classified as a dangerous weapon and is
surrendered by Tippmann Sports, LLC 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 Sports, LLC shall
notbe liable for personal injury,loss ofproperty orlife resulting
fromthe use of this weapon underanycircumstances,including
the intentional, reckless, negligent or accidental discharges.
All information contained in this manual is subject to change
without notice. Tippmann Sports, LLC reserves the right to
makechangesandimprovementsto 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.
The ownership of this weapon places upon you the total
responsibility for its safe and lawful use. You must observe
thesame safety precautionsasyouwould any firearm toassure
the safety of not only yourself but everyone around you. The
user should at all times use caution when using this marker.
FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH SAFETY...

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Safety Is Your Responsibility (continued from page 5)
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Getting Started
STEP 1) Prepare Marker for Air Supply Cylinder
Installation
• Model: A-5TM WITH E-GRIPTM - You must first install battery
(see instructions on page 8) before performing STEP 2.
• Models: A-5TM,A-5TM RESPONSETM,A-5TM STEALTHTM
andA-5TM STEALTHTM CR-15TM - Go to STEP 2.
STEP 2) Air Supply Cylinder Installation
• Do not pressurize a partially assembled paintball marker.
• First install barrel sleeve (see instructions on page 2).
• Next put trigger safety in Safe Mode (see instructions on page 4).
• Next you need to cock the marker by sliding the bolt handle
all the way back until it clicks. Then release cocking handle.
Cockinghandlewillslideforward. Markerisnowcocked. Always
keepmarker in the cocked position when airsupply is attached
to marker. This will help prevent an accidental discharge.
• To install the air supply cylinder, lubricate the cylinder valve
o-ring with a little gun oil then insert the cylinder valve end
into the air supply adapter at the back end of the marker
grip (or remote coil onA-5TM STEALTHTM). Twist the cylinder
clockwiseinto the adapter until it stops. Your marker is ready
tofireonceyouswitchtoFireModefromSafe Mode. Ifthe tank
is full and you do not hear the air supply engage, the pin valve
could be too short or the pin valve seal is damaged.
Getting Started (continued on page 7)
STEP 3) Hopper and CycloneTM Feeder
Barrel Sleeve must be installed (see page 2) and safety in
Safe Mode (see page 4) before filling the hopper.
• Make sure that the CycloneTM feeder housing is clean, free of
debris,andthe CycloneTM feedersturn freely when the manual
advance lever knob is pushed.
• Makesurethatthehopperisclean,freeofsharpedgesor debris.
Thiswillkeepthe paintballsfrombreakingand feed the marker
smoothly.
• Install the hopper neck into the CycloneTM feeder housing
aligning the hopper neck tab to fit into the cutout in the
CycloneTM feeder housing. With the barrel sleeve installed
and safety in Safe Mode, you are now ready to load your
hopper with paintballs. After filling the hopper with paintballs
the chamber will still be empty. You need to push the feeder
manual advance lever to chamber a paintball. Only remove
barrel sleeve and turn off the safety when ready to shoot.
Allen Wrench
Velocity
Adjustment
Screw
To adjust the velocity use the small (5/32”) allen wrench
included with your marker. The velocity adjustment screw is
located on the right side of the receiver. To adjust the velocity
down, turn the screw inward or clockwise. To turn the velocity
up, turn the screw out or counterclockwise. Do not remove
velocity screw. NOTE: You must turn the velocity screw all
the way in before doing any disassembly.
Even a light layer will absorb some of the impact and protect
you from the paintballs.
• Keep exposed skin away from escaping gas when installing
or removing air supply cylinder or if the marker orair supply
is leaking. Compressed air, CO2, and nitrogen gasses are
very cold and can cause frostbite under certain conditions.
• Use only .68 caliber paintballs, never load or fire any foreign
objects.
• Avoid alcoholic beverages before and during the use of this
marker. Handling markers while under theinfluence of drugs
or alcohol is a criminal disregard for public safety.
• Avoid shooting an opponent at point blank, 6 feet or less.
• Familiarize yourself with instructions listed on air supply
cylinder or adaptor. Contact the air supply cylinder or
adaptor manufacturer with any questions.
• Always measure your marker’s velocity before playing
paintball and never shoot at velocities in excess of 300 feet
per second (see instructions on page 7).
STEP 5) Velocity Adjustment
Eachtime you play paintball, thevelocity
of your paintball marker should be
checked with a chronograph, an
instrument for measuring velocity, prior
to playing paintball to verify that the
marker’svelocityissetbelow300feet per
secondorlessif required by playing field.
STEP 6) Rear Sight Adjustment
Rotate the rear sight to preferred width to allow easy sighting.
For markers with FlatlineTM barrel system, 260-275 feet per
second is recommended for best performance.
Feeder Manual
Advance Lever
STEP 4) Rate of Fire Adjustments and Troubleshooting
• Marker:A-5TM WITH E-GRIPTM - Go to page 10 and follow
E-GRIPTM Tuning and Operating Instructions.
• Markers: A-5TM ResponseTM andA-5TM STEALTHTM CR-15TM- Go
to page 12 and follow Tuning The Response Trigger Rate of
Fire instructions.
• Markers: A-5TM andA-5TM STEALTHTM - Go to STEP 5.

E-GRIPTM- Battery Installation or Replacement
STEP 1 - Getting Started: (9 volt battery not included)
1)Before installing air supply, install 9 volt battery as follows:
Battery Replacement: First follow unloading and air supply
removal instructions on page 16 and never disassemble a
marker that is under pressure.
2)Removelowerreceiveras outlined in Receiver Disassembly
on page 17. It is not necessary to remove tank adapter to
replace battery.
3) Remove trigger assembly from lower receiver. To do so,
follow diagrams on next page as you push safety (A) out left
side of lower receiver and carefully lift trigger assembly out,
keeping it intact. It is not necessary to disassemble trigger
assemblytoreplacebattery. Itisnotnecessarytodisassemble
lower receiver any further to replace battery.
4) Notice how battery wires from inside lower receiver are in
slot (B) beside top of armature pin (C) and the position of the
armature pin.
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BCDG Trigger Switch
Top View with Trigger
Assembly Removed
EAleft side
right side
Top view of trigger assembly should look like this.
Make sure
there are no gaps Safety “SAFE” position
(red not showing)
Thelowerreceiverisnowready forattachment toupper receiver.
left side
right side
Nowremovebatteryfrominsidelowerreceiver. Donot jerk it out
by the wires, carefully take it out. If you turn the receiver upside
down the armature pin may come out, this is ok, just be sure to
replace it.
5) Carefully remove battery clip (E) from old
battery and place it on new battery (battery
terminals only fit one way in clip).
6) Make sure battery wires coming out of lower
receiver are in slot (B) beside armature pin (C).
7) Make sure armature pin is properly positioned
(C) in lower receiver and slides freely up and down.
8) Insert attached battery into lower receiver bottom first (F)
withclipwires facing (E) back of receiver and to the right. Make
sure battery wires are not sitting on shelf (G) where trigger
assembly will rest.
9) Reinstall Trigger Assembly: Insert assembly and line up
safety holes - insert safety from left (H) to hold in place.
10) Visually inspect E-GRIPTM lower receiver. Check that the
trigger assembly is intact and the safety is in the “SAFE” red
not showing - to the right position.
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E-GRIPTM Battery Installation Instructions (continued from page 8)
11) Attach lower receiver to
upper receiver.
a) Align lower receiver front push
pin hole (#1) with upper receiver
hole (#1) then gently rock rear of
grip to align upper & lower push
pin hole (#2).
b) With holes aligned, insert two
lower receiver push pins to attach.
Battery installation is complete.
Upper Receiver
Lower
Receiver
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E-GRIPTM Battery Installation Instructions (continued on page 9)
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Safety

E-GRIPTM Tuning and Operating Instructions
Familiarizeyourself with and follow these instructionsto select
the firing mode of your choice from the Firing Mode Setting -
Firing Response Description options.
TURNING ON = The E-GRIPTM automatically turns on when
you pull the trigger.
TURNING OFF = The E-GRIPTM automatically turns off after
10 minutes or so of inactivity.
Firing Mode Setting... Firing Response Description:
0 =NO OPERATION.... No response.
1 =SEMIAUTO............ Fires one shot for each pull of the
trigger.
2 =NO OPERATION.... No response.
3 =AUTORESPONSE Fires one shot for each pull or
release of the trigger. If the trigger is held for an extended
period, when the trigger is released no shot is fired.
4 =NO OPERATION.... No response.
5 =FULLAUTO............ Fires shots repeatedly as long as the
trigger is held.
6 =NO OPERATION.... No response.
7 =3 SHOT .................. Fires either a 3 shot burst when the
trigger is held or if trigger is released before 3 shot cycle
is complete - firing stops at that point of cycle.
8 =NO OPERATION.... No response.
9 =TURBO .................. Fires one shot for each pull of the
trigger until the time between trigger pulls is below .25
seconds - it then goes to one shot for each pull or release
of the trigger.
Selecting Firing Mode
ModeAdjustment - Top Access Opening
•With screwdriver, turn the ModeAdjustment
switch to select desired firing mode setting.
Selecting Rate of Fire
RateAdjustment - Lower Access Opening
•Turn the Rate of Fire
Switch clockwise
to increase the
rate of fire.
• Turn the Rate
of Fire Switch
counterclockwise
to slow the rate of fire.
E-GRIPTM-Troubleshooting
Problem: If you pull the trigger and marker does not fire.
1) Check to be sure safety is off.
2) Make sure sufficient air supply is hooked up to marker.
3) Firing Mode may be set to “= NO OPERATION”.
With screw driver, turn Mode adjustment, access through top
hole in lower receiver, 1 position (click) try trigger again.
4) Battery may be disconnected - Check battery clip connection.
5) Battery may be bad - replace battery (see page 8).
6) Internal wire may be disconnected.
Inspect wire connections inside lower receiver. Do NOT
disassemblethis markerwhileit ispressurizedwith air. Remove
lower receiver as outlined in Receiver Disassembly on page
17. Remove left grip half, 3 screws & tank adapter bolt, and
visually inspect internal wire connection points for dis-
connected wire end. When replacing grip half, be sure wires
are positioned in slot and cutout area so wires are not pinched
or sheared. If a problem still exists, call: TippmannTM Service
Department at 800-533-4831.
Trigger
Switch
Wire Connection
points
INTERNAL
PARTS:
E-GRIPTM
Lower
Right
Receiver
Half
Battery wires in slot
Cutout
area to
position
wires for
capacitor &
solenoid
Battery Clip Connector
Armature Pin
Armature
Computer Board
Capacitor
Mode Switch / access
Rate of Fire Switch / access
Solenoid
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A-5TM E-GRIPTM Parts Not Shown
on A-5TM Parts List Page 14.
02-02LE
Lower
Receiver
Left
02-02RE Lower
Receiver
Right
02-91
Armature Pin
02-90
Sear Tripper
TA01135 Sear
02-88
Sear
Spring

counterclockwise to increase
rate of fire to the
desired speed.
clockwise
to slow the
rate of fire
Tuning The ResponseTM Trigger Rate of Fire
With a screwdriver, adjust the Flow Control Valve
Tuning - Troubleshooting B:
Ifthe trigger remains easytopullafter adjusting the flow control,
there may be a leak in the system. Double check installation
makingsure all fittings are tightando-ringsare properly seated.
If you need to disassemble to check that all fittings are tight
and o-rings are properly seated, follow Receiver
Disassembly instructions beginning on page 17. Do NOT
disassemble this marker while it is pressurized with air.
If a problem still exists, call Tippmann Service Department at
1-800-533-4831.
Tuning - Troubleshooting A:
If tuning the ResponseTM trigger, above, produces little or no
response in the rate of fire, reset the Flow Control as follows:
1) With marker properly unloaded (see page 16), begin
adjusting rate of fire by turning flow control clockwise
completely. Do not over tighten or damage will occur. In a
safe direction fire 2 to 4 shots. Trigger should become very
hard to pull or even unable to be pulled. If this occurs, the
response trigger system is functioning properly. Go to step 2.
If it does not occur, go to Troubleshooting B.
2) Nowwhilefiringin a safe direction with marker still unloaded,
slowly turn the flow control adjustor counterclockwise until
desired rate of fire is achieved.
A-5TM ResponseTM and A-5TM Stealth CR-15TM Markers:
Response Parts Not Shown on A-5TM Parts List pages 14/15
Model Specifications
Model Basic .......................................... TIPPMANNTM A-5TM
Caliber.............................................................................. .68
Action ....................... Semi-Automatic (open bolt blow-back)
Power/Air Supply.. compressed air, nitrogen or CO2cylinder
Hopper Capacity ................................................ 200 Rounds
Standard Barrel Length ................................................... 8.5”
Length (with standard barrel & no tank)........................... 20”
Effective Range...................................................... 150+ feet
Cycle Rate ......................................... 8 Rounds Per Second
Weight (without tank) ...............................................3.12 lbs.
Velocity....... Always measure your marker’s velocity before
playing paintball and never shoot at velocities in excess
of 300 feet per second (see instructions on page 7).
Model Specific ............TIPPMANNTM A-5TM WITH E-GRIPTM
Cycle Rate ....................................... 17 Rounds Per Second
Weight (without tank) ...............................................3.27 lbs.
Model Specific .............. TIPPMANNTM A-5TM RESPONSETM
Cycle Rate ....................................... 15 Rounds Per Second
Weight (without tank) ...............................................3.16 lbs.
Model Specific ...................... TIPPMANNTM A-5TM StealthTM
Flatline Barrel Length.................................................... 8.75”
Length with collapsible stock extended ......................... 27.25”
Weight (without tank) ....................................................5 lbs.
Cycle Rate .......................................... 8 Rounds per second
Effective Range......................................................... 250+ ft.
Model Specific ........................TIPPMANNTM A-5TM CR-15TM
Flatline Barrel Length.....................................................8.75”
Length with collapsible stock extended (without tank) ..... 27.25”
Weight (without tank) ....................................................5 lbs.
Cycle Rate ........................................ 15 Rounds per second
Effective Range......................................................... 250+ ft.
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A-5TM StealthTM
H-01
Remote Coil T201012 FLATLINETM
02-TAC
Collapsible Stock
A-5TM StealthTM and A-5TM Stealth CR-15TM
Model Specific Parts Not Shown on A-5TM Schematic Pages
(replaces standard
Barrel & Barrel
Adaptor)
(replaces standard End
Cap assembly)
(replaces
standard
Gas Line
and Tank
Adaptor)
98-40
O-ring
(02-86
replaces
receiver
Banjo Fitting)
(02-83
Replaces
Short
Receiver Bolt) (02-85
replaces
receiver nut)

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WARNING
DO NOT FIELD STRIP OR OTHERWISE DISASSEMBLE
THIS MARKER WHILE IT IS PRESSURIZED WITH AIR.
A-5TM
Parts List
TIPPMANNTM
1-800-533-4831
www.tippmann.com
• A-5TM E-GripTM Right Trigger
Plate With Parts in Postion
See page 11
• A-5TM E-GripTM Parts (page 11) • A-5TM ResponseTM Parts (page 12)
• A-5TM Stealth CR-15TMParts (pages 12-13) • StealthTM Parts (page 13)
• Collapsible
Stock see pages
13 & 22
FLATLINE
See page
13
Serial
Number

Field Stripping / Receiver Disassembly (continued on page 18)
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Air Supply Cylinder Removal
To remove a charged air supply cylinder, turn the cylinder
approximately 3/4 of a turn counterclockwise or out. This allows
the air supply pin valve to close so that no air will enter the
marker. Point the marker in a safe direction and fire the
remaininggas in the marker by pullingthe trigger until the marker
stops firing. This may take 4-5 shots.
If your marker keeps firing after you have turned the tank 3/4 of
a turn, the tank pin valve has not closed yet and you may have
to turn the tank counterclockwise a little further.
If you turn the tank 3/4 of a turn and it begins to leak before you
pullthetriggeryou have turned it too far and may have damaged
the tank o-ring.
Because of the variances in tank valve parts, each tank varies
slightly on exactly how far it should be turned. If this process
does not work the tank pin valve could be too long.
NOTE: Before storing or disassembling be sure to remove
paintballs and air supply. Completely empty the hopper, point
your marker in a safe direction, fire several times to be sure
there are no balls lodged in the chamber and/or barrel or air left
in the marker. Install barrel sleeve (see page 2).
Cleaning & Maintenance
To reduce the chance of accidental discharge: First follow
unloading and air supply removal instructions above and never
disassemble a marker that is under pressure.
• Follow warnings listed on the air supply cylinder for handling
and storage.
• Familiarize yourself with instructions listed on air supply
cylinder or adaptor. Contact the air supply cylinder or the
adaptor manufacturer with any questions.
• Do not use any petroleum based cleaning solvents.
• Do not use any cleaning solvents that come in aerosol cans.
NOTE: Petroleum based products and aerosol products can
damage your markers’ o-rings.
• To clean your paintball marker use a damp towel with water
to wipe off paint, oil, and debris. We recommend using
TippmannTM marker oil or other premium gun oil to maintain
your marker in good working condition. Re-oil with a few
Unloading Your Marker
To unload your marker remove the hopper or completely empty
the hopper. Then, point your marker in a safe direction and fire
severaltimes to be sure there are no balls lodgedinthe chamber
and / or barrel. Install barrel sleeve (see page 2).
IMPORTANT: Do not uncock your marker as uncocking your
marker may push a ball into the chamber or down into the barrel
in which case the ball will be hidden from view.
4 Push Pins
Receiver Disassembly
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Tombstone Latch
Field Stripping / Receiver Disassembly
First follow unloading and air supply removal instructions on
page 16. Do not pressurize a partially assembled paintball
marker. Put the marker in the uncocked position. If your marker
is cocked, hold the bolt cocking handle back - then pull the
trigger and release handle forward which will uncock the marker.
Front Grip adjustment: Loosen screw inside Front Grip to
slide grip front or back, tighten to lock in place.
Barrel removal: Twist counterclockwise to remove (for
FlatlineTM Barrel removal see page 21).
To remove Front Sight: Remove Front Sight screw just below
Front Sight and slide sight upward.
To remove Rear Sight: Pull up and out.
FIRST: Remove air supply before any disassembly: Unload
marker, remove the air supply as outlined on page 16 and put
the marker in the uncocked position as outlined above before
beginning to field strip it.
To remove gas line (or remote coil)from upper receiver:
Remove push pin (#1) in front of gas line plug from upper
receiver, release Tombstone Latch and gas line will pull out.
To detach lower receiver (grip): Remove 2 lower receiver push
pins (#2 & #3) to detach from upper receiver.
To remove trigger assembly from grip: Push Safety out left side
of lower receiver and pull up on trigger assembly.
To access trigger parts: Pull left plate off trigger assembly. Do
not remove 6 dowel pins from right plate (see schematic page 15).
Cleaning and Maintenance (continued on page 17)
Cleaning and Maintenance (continued from page 16)
drops to the front bolt o-ring and rear bolt. We also
recommend using TippmannTM marker oil or other premium
gun oil on the barrel o-ring and air supply valve o-ring.
• To clean your barrel remove barrel and insert metal tab of
cable squeegee into barrel, then pull squeegee through barrel
to remove debris. (To remove FlatlineTM barrel see page 21).
Shown with FlatlineTM and
Collapsible Stock

1) Remove air supply from marker Remote Coil as outlined
onpage16. Neverdisassemblea marker or remove a remote
coil that is under pressure.
2)Check that Tombstone
Push Pin is installed.
3)Check that
Tombstone Latch is set.
4)Check that
Gas Line Adapter
and nipple fitting
are secure.
5) Pull Remote Coil fitting
Locking Ring down
to install or remove.
6)With the Locking Ring held
down, push coil fitting onto nipple
and release ring to lock.
Pull on it to be sure it has locked properly.
To remove drive assembly - front bolt, power tube, valve,
rear bolt, linkage arm, drive pin guide, drive spring and end
cap (or collapsible stock):
1) Screw velocity screw in past receiver.
2) Remove last push pin (#4) holding end cap (or collapsible
stock) in place.
3) Pull end cap (or collapsible stock) out and tilt marker up,
drive assembly parts should slide out the back.
To reinstall drive assembly parts and lower receiver:
1) Clean inside upper receiver and removed parts.
2) Insert valve into power tube with receiver gas line plug
cutout aligned down to match power tube cutout. Insert
Tombstone adapter to check fit.
3) Insert reassembled parts - front bolt, power tube/valve,
rear bolt with linkage arm facing up, until Tombstone adapter
can be inserted, push pin (#1) replaced and velocity screw
canbeaccessed. Youmay need to jiggle marker whilesliding
parts in.
4) Insert drive spring and drive pin, end cap (or collapsible
stock) and replace upper end cap pin (#4).
5) Reinstall trigger group into grip, insert safety, then
reconnect lower to upper receiver as follows.
On A-5TM ResponseTM & CR-15TM Markers
first put a couple drops of gun oil
onto 90O fitting o-ring in lower receiver.
Line up lower receiver front push pin holes with upper
receiver holes then gently rock rear of grip until you can
insert two lower receiver push pins (#2 & #3) to attach.
NOTE: It is only necessary to disassemble upper receiver
halves to access the ball latch, front grip nut, cocking handle,
cockinghandle spring,Tombstone latch andTombstone latch
spring (plus flow connector fitting onA-5TM ResponseTM & CR-
15TM Markers). To reassemble upper receiver follow detailed
instructions on page 20. 19
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Field Stripping / Receiver Disassembly (continued from page 17)
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FIRST: Remove air supply before any disassembly:
Unload marker, remove the air supply as outlined on page
16 and put the marker in the uncocked position before
beginning to field strip it. To uncock the marker, hold the bolt
cockinghandle back - thenpull thetrigger andrelease handle
forward which will uncock the marker.
CycloneTM Feed System Removal
FIRST: Remove air supply before any disassembly:
Unload marker, remove the air supply as outlined on page
16 and put the marker in the uncocked position before
beginning to field strip it. To uncock the marker, hold the bolt
cockinghandle back - thenpull thetrigger andrelease handle
forward which will uncock the marker.
Remove banjo fitting bolt from upper receiver (On A-5TM
ResponseTM &CR-15TM Markers-Removeflowcontroladjustor
fitting and banjo “T” fitting bolt from upper receiver - see
schematic page 12). Remove CycloneTM housing screw from
left front side of upper receiver and remove feed system. To
install reverse the process.
Remote Coil Connecting and Disconnecting
NEVER INSTALL PRESSURIZED AIR TO MARKER WITHOUT
TOMBSTONE PUSH PIN INSTALLED AND TOMBSTONE
LATCH HOLDING TOMBSTONE IN PLACE.
WARNING
Latch
is set Latch
is set
up to lock

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a) Insert the Flow
Connector Bolt
into receiver as
shown.
b) Place the Connector
Fitting (largest
opening first)
onto the Connector
Bolt as shown.
4) Use your finger tips to guide the left half straight down on to
right half until receiver halves fit flush. If it does not fit flush the
first time, check to make sure the spring and other parts have
stayed in place and repeat until halves fit flush.
Ball
Latch
3) With left hand holding as
shown below, use right hand to
seat cocking handle with spring
into receiver cutout then position
edge of spring in end of spring
cutout bowed as shown below.
Then grip left receiver with right
hand as shown.
Left
Hand
Right
Hand
Spring Latch
Upper Receiver Assembly
How to reinsert upper receiver internal parts and put two
upper receiver halves together.
2) With left hand, grip left
upper receiver half as
shown to hold Cocking
Handle and spring in place
by applying side pressure
with index finger pushing in
direction of arrows against
Cocking Handle.
1) Make sure all parts are clean before reassembling. Place
right upper receiver half flat with Tombstone Latch & Spring,
Front Grip Nut, and Ball Latch in position as shown below.
Cocking Handle Spring
will be
bowed.
WARNING
DO NOT REASSEMBLE WITHOUT MAKING SURE
TOMBSTONE LATCH & SPRING ARE PROPERLY
INSERTED IN PLACE AS SHOWN.
Cocking Handle
Front Grip Nut
with flat side facing
bottom of marker.
Tombstone
Latch & Spring
properly inserted
a) & b) For ResponseTM & CR-15TM Markers only: You must next
place two parts a & b on left receiver half before assembling
receiver halves.
a
b
Left
Half Right
Half
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5) Insert 5 (4 on ResponseTM & CR-15TM Markers) Receiver Bolts
(notfront sight bolt yet) & tighten themjust enough to hold halves
flushyetlooseenough to allow you to now insert and twist Barrel
/ Adapter unit (or FLATLINETM) clockwise to reinstall.
6) Insert Front Sight with its slot facing back of marker into
the top front of receiver and insert 6th (5th on ResponseTM &
CR-15TM Markers) bolt to hold in place.
7) Makesure all bolts are tight (do notovertighten/strip threads).
8) For A-5TM ResponseTM & CR-15TM Markers Only: Place Flow
Connector Nut (c) onto Flow Connector Bolt (a) and tighten.
Upper Receiver Assembly (continued on page 21)
Upper Receiver Assembly (continued from page 20)
BC
Step 5: While keeping screw and front sight aligned, tighten
the 3 receiver screwsA,B & C
to complete the installation.
Cap
screw to
the left
Properly installed barrel will look like this.
Proper
screw
position
Proper screw position
Step 2: Loosen
3 receiver bolts
(A, B, & C).
Step 3: Position
Barrel Adapter cap
screw facing the
left toward feeder
housing and insert
into receiver.
A
B
Feeder
Housing
A
FlatlineTM Barrel Installation Step 1: First follow unloading
and air supply removal instructions on page 16 and never
disassemble a marker that is under pressure.
Step 4: Turn Barrel
Assembly 1/4 turn to the
right until the adapter
cap screw aligns with
the front sight.
Front
Sight
Cap
Screw
C
FLATLINETM Barrel Removal & Installation
FlatlineTM Barrel Removal Step 1: First follow unloading and
air supply removal instructions on page 16 and never
disassemble a marker that is under pressure.
Step 2: Loosen 3 receiver bolts (A, B & C - see below) then
turn barrel / adapter to left and remove as one piece from
upper receiver.
Barrel at top

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Serial Number (Number above left front grip).
Your Name (print)
Phone #
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Address
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2955 ADAMS CENTER ROAD
FT. WAYNE, IN 46803 USA
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Age Female
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Email
#
City State Zip
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Warranty Registration online at www.tippmann.com or complete this warranty card and mail to Tippmann.
Check Model: ❏A-5TM ❏ A-5TM WITH E-GRIPTM ❏A-5TM RESPONSETM ❏A-5TM STEALTHTM ❏A-5TM STEALTH CR-15TM
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Repairing Air Supply Cylinder Leaks
The most common leak occurs from a bad air supply
valve o-ring. Toreplace a valve o-ringyou mustfirstremove
the bad o-ring and then install a new one. This o-ring is
located on the tip of your air supply valve. The best valve o-
rings are made of urethane. The urethane o-rings are not
affected by high air supply pressures. These may be
purchased from TippmannTM or your local paintball dealer.
NOTE: If new valve o-ring does not resolve air supply leak,
donotattempttorepair air supply cylinder. ContactTippmann
Sports, LLC or your local paintball dealer.
Storage
Before storage unload and remove air supply (see page 16).
Then install Barrel Sleeve (see page 2) and put your marker
in Safe Mode (see page 4). You should store your marker in
a dry area. Before storing your marker make sure that the
marker is cleaned and oiled (see cleaning and maintenance
on page 16) so that it does not rust. Store your marker with
the bolt in the forward position, uncocked.
When removing your marker out of storage make sure Barrel
Sleeve is installed (see page 2) and safety is in Safe Mode
(see page 4). You should re-oil the rear bolt and the front
bolt o-ring before use.
Collapsible Stock Length Adjustment
Squeeze the
adjustment lever
and slide to shorten
or lengthen stock.
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WARRANTY AND REPAIR POLICY
WARRANTY OR REPAIR PROCEDURE
If you should encounter any problems with your marker and
you have aftermarket parts on your marker, please test it with
the original stock parts before sending it in.
Always unload and remove air supply before shipping a marker.
Do not ship your air supply tank if it is not completely empty.
For warranty and non-warranty repair:
1. Ship or deliver your product(s) to:
Tippmann Sports, LLC
2955 Adams Center Road
Fort Wayne, IN 46803
2. Postage or delivery charges must be prepaid.
3. Include a brief statement regarding the requested repair,
your name, return address and telephone number where
you can be reached during normal business hours, if possible.
Our policy is to complete the necessary repair work within 24
hours and return it to you via regular ground UPS. If you wish to
haveit returned using a faster service, you can requestforNEXT
DAYAIR UPS OR SECOND DAYAIR UPS. You will be charged
for this service and must include your credit card number with
the expiration date. Your card will be charged the difference in
additional cost over regular ground shipping service.
Tippmann Sports, LLC warrants that this product is found free
from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1
year from the original date of purchase by the initial owner/
purchaser. This warranty does not apply to defects discovered
after purchase which were caused by the unauthorized
modifications and alterations of our product. Tippmann Sports,
LLC will repair or replace, without charge, any of its markers that
have failed through defect in material or workmanship. Tippmann
is dedicated to providing you with the ultimate paintball marker
and the quality support necessary for satisfactory play.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
Register your marker either:
1. On line at www.tippmann.com.
2. Complete attached registration card and mail to the above
address.
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Nombre comprador Decha
Acheté du Date
Número de Serie (Número sobre apretón izquierdo delantero).
Numéro Sérial (Nombre au-dessus de poignée avant gauche).
Nombre (letra de molde)
Votre nom
Teléfono
No. de téléphone
País
Pays
Dirección
Addresse
País
Pays
2955 ADAMS CENTER ROAD
FT. WAYNE, IN 46803 USA
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Mâle
Edad
Âge Mujer
Femelle
TIPPMANN
TM
Email
#
Ciudad Estado Código Postal
Ville État Code Postale
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Registro de Garantia via On line a www.tippmann.com
o complete esta tarjeta de garantía y envandola por correo regular aTippmann.
L’Insription de Garantie sur l’internet à www.tippmann.com ou complétez
la carte de d’inscription et l’envoyez à Tippmann.
Check Model: ❏A-5
TM
❏ A-5
TM
WITH E-GRIP
TM
❏A-5
TM
RESPONSE
TM
❏A-5
TM
STEALTH
TM
❏A-5
TM
STEALTH CR-15
TM