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I just got my phenom about a week ago and this weekend it started leaking air. It sounds like its coming from the flex valve area any body have this problem and a solution

thanks

Killdoc. Mine leaked out of the box as well. If you pull the trigger and hold it, the leak will go away. Release it and it leaks threw. So all you have to do is hold the trigger down during the entire game and when your on break... LOL!

No, but really. Tippmann said it isnt a huge issue. They havent seen a large percentage of calls and returns yet. They do think it is the O-ring on the regulator piston. Its the brass piece on Page 22 of you manual. I am waiting for the replacement O-ring from Tippmann to change it out then i will tell you how it worked.

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this problem sucks because my tank empties quickly

cool thanks

I fixed the first leak. the screw in the velocity adj. was the first problem went i adj the velocity it causede the screw to loosen. this cause on of the air leaks. tippman said to replace all the o rings in the flex valve for the other leak will see what happens.

Aired mine up on Friday and it was leaking...bummer...I guess I'll be headed to ProEdge for some technical assistance. Thanks for the write up killdoc73

"Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there." --Will Rogers

Over the weekend I took the replacement parts with o-rings Tippmann sent me and went to work. I replaced everything that I thought that may have been a problem. As always, Tippmann has been very helpful. If I needed a o-ring, they sent me the entire replacement part. Pretty cool.

So after the work was complete, I noticed the Phenom leaking only when on Safety and Semi. Once I flipped it to Electric setting, it stopped leaking. Almost like a silenoid clicked on and stopped the leak. But even that only lasted so long. As play went on, it leaked regardless. Luckily I have a slide check on my remote hose. I was able to cut off air supply with little loss of air pressure.

I may be sending it back to Tippmann for their professional techincal support.

On a side note: The Phenom is SUPER efficient on air. Even with the leak, I was able to make 3000psi last the entire practice. I did notice after right below 1000psi left on the tank, the pressure on the shots drop and eventually they just rolled out of the barrell.

When you pray to the PAINTBALL GODS, Know this... I do listen!

Veritas + Aequitas

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killdoc73 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Private Joined: 18 Feb 2010 Location: Sugar Land Online Status: Offline Posts: 11	Post Options Post Reply Quote killdoc73 Report Post Quote Reply Topic: x7 phenom Posted: 28 Feb 2010 at 6:03pm
	I just got my phenom about a week ago and this weekend it started leaking air. It sounds like its coming from the flex valve area any body have this problem and a solution thanks

signpimp Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Visit Members Homepage Add to Buddy List Cobra "LUNCHMEAT" Joined: 27 Aug 2007 Location: United States Online Status: Offline Posts: 2984	Post Options Post Reply Quote signpimp Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 01 Mar 2010 at 8:24am
	I would call Tippmann first. If they have been getting any similar reports, they could probably help you by giving a quick fix scenario. If not, their customer service is second to none and will promptly replace any parts or the whole marker if necessary. They want you on the field playing, not on the phone.
	"Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there." --Will Rogers

Assassin Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Cobra "MILKSHAKE" Joined: 13 Aug 2007 Location: Veritas Aequita Online Status: Offline Posts: 4154	Post Options Post Reply Quote Assassin Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 01 Mar 2010 at 10:10am
	Killdoc. Mine leaked out of the box as well. If you pull the trigger and hold it, the leak will go away. Release it and it leaks threw. So all you have to do is hold the trigger down during the entire game and when your on break... LOL! No, but really. Tippmann said it isnt a huge issue. They havent seen a large percentage of calls and returns yet. They do think it is the O-ring on the regulator piston. Its the brass piece on Page 22 of you manual. I am waiting for the replacement O-ring from Tippmann to change it out then i will tell you how it worked.
	When you pray to the PAINTBALL GODS, Know this... I do listen! Veritas + Aequitas

killdoc73 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Private Joined: 18 Feb 2010 Location: Sugar Land Online Status: Offline Posts: 11	Post Options Post Reply Quote killdoc73 Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 01 Mar 2010 at 9:47pm
	thanks for the info i took it to pro edge. i will post any fixes.

killdoc73 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Private Joined: 18 Feb 2010 Location: Sugar Land Online Status: Offline Posts: 11	Post Options Post Reply Quote killdoc73 Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 01 Mar 2010 at 9:48pm
	this problem sucks because my tank empties quickly

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	I called Tippmann today and asked for some spare o-rings. I will let y'all know what I find out.
	Conley "JOKER" Shepherd

killdoc73 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Private Joined: 18 Feb 2010 Location: Sugar Land Online Status: Offline Posts: 11	Post Options Post Reply Quote killdoc73 Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 02 Mar 2010 at 8:39pm
	cool thanks

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	You may want to check the valve plug, there are I belive two clear orings on there. This could be the problem as well. My buddy Scarecrow had this problem. I have been lucky so far (fingers crossed). Hope this helps, if the problem is not fixed as of yet.
	STEAL YO FACE WALLEYE - TEAM BOHICA

killdoc73 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Private Joined: 18 Feb 2010 Location: Sugar Land Online Status: Offline Posts: 11	Post Options Post Reply Quote killdoc73 Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 03 Mar 2010 at 10:28pm
	I fixed the first leak. the screw in the velocity adj. was the first problem went i adj the velocity it causede the screw to loosen. this cause on of the air leaks. tippman said to replace all the o rings in the flex valve for the other leak will see what happens.

killdoc73 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Private Joined: 18 Feb 2010 Location: Sugar Land Online Status: Offline Posts: 11	Post Options Post Reply Quote killdoc73 Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 07 Mar 2010 at 8:45pm
	well the guys at pro edge fixed the leak. leak one coming from velocity adj leak two from trigger pin area. replaced o rings and so far everything is good.

signpimp Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Visit Members Homepage Add to Buddy List Cobra "LUNCHMEAT" Joined: 27 Aug 2007 Location: United States Online Status: Offline Posts: 2984	Post Options Post Reply Quote signpimp Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 08 Mar 2010 at 9:50am
	Aired mine up on Friday and it was leaking...bummer...I guess I'll be headed to ProEdge for some technical assistance. Thanks for the write up killdoc73
	"Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there." --Will Rogers

killdoc73 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Private Joined: 18 Feb 2010 Location: Sugar Land Online Status: Offline Posts: 11	Post Options Post Reply Quote killdoc73 Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 12 Mar 2010 at 10:46pm
	no problem go to the katy store ask for robin he was able to trouble shoot it with tippmans techs.

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	Over the weekend I took the replacement parts with o-rings Tippmann sent me and went to work. I replaced everything that I thought that may have been a problem. As always, Tippmann has been very helpful. If I needed a o-ring, they sent me the entire replacement part. Pretty cool. So after the work was complete, I noticed the Phenom leaking only when on Safety and Semi. Once I flipped it to Electric setting, it stopped leaking. Almost like a silenoid clicked on and stopped the leak. But even that only lasted so long. As play went on, it leaked regardless. Luckily I have a slide check on my remote hose. I was able to cut off air supply with little loss of air pressure. I may be sending it back to Tippmann for their professional techincal support. On a side note: The Phenom is SUPER efficient on air. Even with the leak, I was able to make 3000psi last the entire practice. I did notice after right below 1000psi left on the tank, the pressure on the shots drop and eventually they just rolled out of the barrell.
	When you pray to the PAINTBALL GODS, Know this... I do listen! Veritas + Aequitas

Stanley Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Visit Members Homepage Add to Buddy List Master Sergeant Naked Warrior Joined: 29 Oct 2007 Location: United States Online Status: Offline Posts: 384	Post Options Post Reply Quote Stanley Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 19 Apr 2010 at 10:37pm
	I know the Phenom is new, and with all new gns of course comes so quirks you have to work out. But, I heard that this gn incorporates a lot of speedball parts. Does that mean it also incoroporates a lot of the same speedball problems? Just trying to figure out if once I have enough money, if it would be worth it for me to make the change from the old X7. I'm not good with fixing things, but only at making the problem worse if any of y'all remember my TPX.