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Removing the Magnet from the Ion Trigger

Instructions and Photos provided by toothlesrooster from www.pbnation.com cleaned up a little by me.

This is a how-to on removing the trigger magnet on the Smart Parts ION.

NOTE: Left and Right are used as if you are viewing the marker from the rear. Left side would be the side with the gauge.

Tools you will need:

  • 1/8" allen wrench (comes with the marker)
  • Phillips scerw driver (remove grips)
  • Punch set. You can purchase one at Sears, or any tool/hardware store.

Step 1:

Take the marker apart following the instructions in the manual. You'll need to remove the battery, the three 1/8 allen screws that hold the body on, the banjo bolt that holds the main air passage to the grip frame and gently remove the body/solenoid/board/battery lead assembly from the marker. 

Step 2:

Once you have the grip frame separated from the body, use the proper sized punch to punch the pin from the grip frame. Punch the pin from the RIGHT side of the frame, as shown in the picture below.

Step 3:

Once you have removed the trigger from the frame. You will notice the magnet is friction fitted into the trigger. On the left side of the trigger, there is a top-hat shaped hole where the magnet sits (see picture below). Flip the trigger over to the right side, you will see slots. Punch the magnet out from this side. use a slightly larger punch than the one used for the pin. It's not glued in, it should pop out with a little force.

Step 4:

Re-install the trigger back into the grip frame. Make sure that you put the pin in on the left side, with the crimps facing out. Perform all steps in the reverse order that you followed to remove the trigger.

IMPORTANT!! Do not try to jam the pin in on the right side.  Also make sure the crimps of the pin are on the outside (far left side). You should not have to force the pin in until it's over half way, then use the punch to force it the rest of the way back into the grip frame. It should sit flush. Just like it did before you started.

That should just about do it. This is actually very simple. Using the punch is the hardest part, so if you've never done it be careful not to scratch your grip frame. The powder coating should protect it though.