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2. After each adjustment fire two clearing shots to gain an accurate m velocity reading Never exceed 300fps f High mid and low pressure output preset air systems can be BE used with the Etha providing the Etha is fitted with the SL3 inline regulator originally supplied with the marker PAINTBALLS BEING USED AND BARREL BORE SIZE FIG 11A x UNLOADING THE ETHA AWARNINGH HTT TTT TT TTT TTT ALWAYS KEEP THE ECLIPSE ETHA POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION AND ENSURE ALL PERSONS WITHIN RANGE CONTINUE TO WEAR FACE PROTECTION UNTIL MARKER IS COMPLETELY UNLOADED AND SAFE Securely attach a barrel blocking device such as the Eclipse barrel sock supplied with the Etha to the marker as shown in FIGURE 124A Turn off the Etha electronics by holding down the 1 button on the back of the frame When the LED display turns red then extinguishes the marker has been turned off SEE FIGURE 12B With the Etha pointing away from you De gas the marker by turning OOPS knob clockwise until the OOPS begins to vent air Only when the OOPS has fully degassed the Etha marker unscrew the air system from the OOPS SEE FIGURE 126 Open the clamping lever on the feed neck and slacken off the top feed screw if necessary on the feed neck Carefully pull the loader out of the feed neck SEE FIGURE 12D Looking down the feed neck check to see if there are any paintballs still in the breech if there are turn the marker upside down while still
3. E PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTION MANUALS BEFORE USE RULES MUST BE FOLLOWED AT ALL TIMES Q3 Careless or improper use including failure to follow instructions and warnings within this User Manual and attached to the Etha could cause death or serious injury the Etha O5 Paintball industry standard eye face ear and head protection designed specifically to stop paintballs and meeting ASTM standard F1776 USA or CE standard Europe must be worn by the user and any person within range Proper protection must be worn during assembly cleaning and maintenance O6 Hearing protection should be worn O 7 Never shoot at a person who is not wearing proper protection Qa Never look directly into the barrel of the marker Accidental discharge into the eyes may cause permanent injury or death Never look into the barrel or breech area of the Etha whilst the marker is switched on and able to fire O9 Keep the Etha switched off until ready to shoot 1 every marker as if it is loaded and ready to fire 11 12 13 14 15 16 T 18 19 20 21 A WARNING ADHERE STRICTLY TO THESE AND ALL OTHER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND GUIDELINES The electronic on off is the markers safety always switch off the marker when not in use Always fit a barrel blocking device to the Etha when not in use Always remove all paintballs from the Etha when not in use on the fie
4. Sie enth lt wichtige Sicherheitsrichtlinen und bestimmungen Solten Sie sich in irgendeiner Weise unsicher sein oder den Inhalte dies Heftes nicht verstehen lassen Sie sich bitte von einen Experten beraten 6 INTRODUCTION An introduction to Planet Eclipse and the Etha paintball marker 6 gt WELCOME TO PLANET ECLIPSE gt THE PLANET ECLIPSE ETHA PAINTBALL MARKER 7 gt INCLUDED WITH THE MARKER gt MARKER SPECIFICATIONS QUICK SETUP Details on how to get up and running quickly with your Etha This section is essential reading for everyone 8 gt SWITCHING ON THE SWITCHING OFF THE ETHA gt FIRING THE ETHA IHE ETHA CIRCUIT BOARD 9 USING THE BREAK BEAM SENSOR SYSTEM 10 FACTORY SET UP GUIDE 11 gt REPLACING A 9V BATTERY 12 ORIENTATION Names the component parts of the Etha Marker This section is essential reading for everyone 12 THE ETHA PAINTBALL MARKER 13 gt THE SHAFT4 BARREL 14 gt THE SL3 INLINE REGULATOR 15 THE BOLT SYSTEM 16 gt THE SOLENOID ASSEMBLY 17 THE ON OFF PURGE SYSTEM OOPS 18 gt THE ETHA NAVIGATION CONSOLE 19 gt OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW 20 USING YOUR ETHA Detailed information on how to use the Etha 20 gt SETTING UP YOUR ETHA gt INSTALLING A BARREL gt T SLOT MOUNTING SYSTEM 21 gt 90 DEGREE HOSE FITTING gt STRAIGHT HOSE FITTING gt MACROLINE HOSING 22 gt INSTALLING PRESET AIR SYSTEM 24 gt ATTACHING A LOADER
5. A WARNING I IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IF YOU ARE AT ALL UNSURE OF PERFORMING A MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTRE D et A FIG 15F x FIG 15E FIG 154 TIL o uy D p tedonts 12 UND WEN gt CONTENTS INTRODUCTION USING THE ETHA mc FAULT FINDING THE SPRING IN THE INLINE REGULATOR HAS BEEN DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR USE WITH THE ECLIPSE ETHA USING ANY OTHER SPRING WILL DAMAGE THE ETHA AND VOID YOUR WARRANTY 4 lS ADVANCED SLS INLINE E REGULATOR MAINTENANGE AWARNINGIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII DE GAS YOUR MARKER DISCHARGING ANY 7 STORED GAS IN A SAFE DIRECTION AND REMOVE lt n THE BARREL LOADER AIR SYSTEM AND ANY 1M PAINTBALLS MAKE THE MARKER EASIER AND SAFER TO WORK ON rea This procedure is only required if you are fixing a EL supercharging SL3 inline regulator common symptoms e nm of supercharging are a very high velocity first shot and i d or large variances in shot to shot consistency S Place a 3 32 hex key through the adjuster top section T SEE FIGURE 16 then insert a 1 8 hex key into B the bottom of the adjuster screw and carefully turn it 3 counter clockwise until the two parts begin to unscrew freely SEE FIGURE 16B With your fingers fully unscrew the two parts taking care not to lose any
6. 25 gt SETTING THE TRIGGER 26 gt ADJUSTING THE VELOCITY 27 gt UNLOADING THE ETHA 28 gt STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION 29 gt THE TOURNAMENT LOCK 30 USER INTERFACE In depth information on setting up the Etha 30 gt UNDERSTANDING THE BBSS OPERATION gt THE BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR 31 gt THE SET UP MODE MODIFYING A PARAMETER gt EXITING SET UP MODE 32 SET UP PARAMETERS IHE FIRING MODE PARAMETER IHE MAXIMUM RATE OF FIRE PARAMETER WITH BBSS ON CAPPED MODES IHE MAXIMUM RATE OF FIRE PARAMETER WITH BBSS OFF 33 DWELL DEBOUNCE gt IHE FACTORY RESET 34 MAINTENANCE A guide to performing routine maintenance 34 gt THE BREAK BEAM SENSOR SYSTEM BBSS 36 gt THE SL3 INLINE REGULATOR 38 gt ADVANCED SL3 INLINE REGULATOR MAINTENANCE 39 gt CLEANING THE BOLT SYSTEM 42 gt ASSEMBLING THE BOLT SYSTEM 44 gt REMOVING THE FRAME 45 gt ATTACHING THE FRAME 46 gt THE TRIGGER ASSEMBLY 48 gt THE SOLENOID MANIFOLD 50 gt THE ETHA SOLENOID VALVE 51 gt THE ON OFF PURGE SYSTEM OOPS 53 FAULT FINDING Information on how to resolve any problems that might arise with your Etha 56 PARTS LIST Lists of components that make up the Etha 60 SERVICE CENTRES Information on the location of your nearest Etha Service Centre 61 SPARES Available upgrades repair kits for your Etha 62 INDEX Etha Manual Index WARRANTY CARD Tear out product registration card to be completed and returned Alternat
7. 6 feedback to the user Eos An example of this is when you are shooting a m string of shots with the BBSS enabled the LED on the navigation console will alternate in colour from yellow no paintball detected to light blue paintball detected In this instance too much yellow would indicate that your chosen loader cannot keep up with how fast you are shooting and is consequently slowing down your rate of fire The BBSS is able to switch itself off in the event that a blockage or contamination prevents it from functioning correctly This is represented by a fast flashing purple LED on the navigation console The Etha s ROF will be capped at 7 5bps In this instance the BBSS will switch itself back on once the blockage is cleared and the correct operation of the BBSS can then be resumed THE BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR When the Etha 15 turned on the level of the battery will be displayed on the LED after an initial blue flash signifying the Etha has powered The status of the battery can be displayed manually on the LED by quickly pressing and releasing B on the navigation console When the battery is fresh the LED will flash green As the battery is drained the LED will change colour from green to yellow then red When the battery reaches a level where it will no longer function reliably the LED will start to flash red At this point the battery must be changed for a new one For instructions on ins
8. FAULT FINDING PARTS LIST SERVICE CENTRES INDEX E U S A Canada amp Americas Europe amp Rest of World 130 Franklin Street Unit 14 Premier Park Acheson Way 44 Building L4 amp L5 Trafford Park Road Trafford Park i Warren RI 02885 USA Manchester M17 1GA England Call 41 401 2479061 Call 44 0 161 872 5572 ia n PS Fax 1 401 247 0931 Fax 44 0 161 873 7536 7e i J4nfo usaeplaneteclipse com info europe planeteclipse com F E CRAT p 5 i ng t us ES A 5 T P x d e Thy Res T p a i LI Es P 2 Mn is d E r Ea ps 1 4 zi i T ME T aj Th i F Eh or 1 wate nes a Y 4 This product is covered by and or Licensed under one or more of the following patents UMS ues r ae Es s GB Patent 2 342 710 2345 53 2 352 022 2 391 292 2 391 063 ET i 1a f Us Patents 7836 873 7 603 995 7 073 284 8 104 463 7 509 953 7 921 839 7 089 697 7 866 307 8 082 912 7 076 906 7 607 424 7 980 238 6 31 1 682 6 748 938 6 860 259 6 941 693 6 973 748 5 881 707 5 967 133 6 035 843 6 474 326 TI IT P no x 6 810 871 6 901 923 7 121 272 7 100 593 7 610 908 7 603 997 7 946 285 6 349 711 7 044 119 7 185 646 7 461 646 7 556 032 7 591 262 7 617 819 7 617 820 7 624 72
9. FINDING PARTS LIST SERVICE CENTRES INDEX n v1 004 70 1 8 NPTF STRAIGHT OOPS INSERT MACROLINE FITTING 4005 NBR90 004 NBR7O OOPS PUSH ROD 10 32UNFx1 2 OOPS RETAINING SCREWS OOPS KNOB Be THE NAVIGATION E CONSOLE B The Etha utilises a tri colour LED to display all of the ge information that the user requires This be found 5 on the navigation console FIGURE 4A 2 Lu RIA The various functions of both the select button P oh the LED are outlined below The LED on the navigation console is used to Display the status of the BBSS eye system TRALCOLOUR LED Display the value of a parameter Display the status of the battery Display power up and power down status 1 Display tournament lock status i Display that factory settings have been restored p confirm whether a parameter value has been accepted or rejected OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW FIG 5 Below is a brief overview of what happens during the Etha rissa Q9 firing cycle The location of parts discussed in the text below can be found on pages 56 59 Assuming the Etha is gassed up and turned on FIGURE 5A shows the marker in its idle position The bolt is held back under the tension from the bolt spring with the bolt SOLENOID guide filled with pressurised gas directly from the inline AIRE ANGE regulator The fir
10. flash blue to indicate that the factory default settings have been restored SERVICE CENTRES gt i 47 z E 4 ri T zl Quick GUIDE CONTENTS INTRODUCTION QUICK SET UP ORIENTATION USING THE ETHA O MAINTENANCE FAULT FINDING SYSTEM BBSS AWARNINGIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII DE GAS YOUR MARKER DISCHARGING ANY STORED GAS IN A SAFE DIRECTION AND REMOVE THE BARREL LOADER AIR SYSTEM AND ANY PAINTBALLS TO MAKE THE MARKER EASIER AND SAFER TO WORK ON F Undo the retaining screw for the 55 cover on the right hand side of the Etha body using a 5 64 2mm hex key SEE FIGURE 14 1 Remove the cover to expose the back of the sensor EE unit SEE FIGURE 148 Using dry cotton bud carefully remove any debris paint or moisture from the back of the sensor unit and from inside the BBSS cover Lift the sensor unit free from the Etha body and using m another dry cotton bud remove any grease or debris 25 build up from the front face of the sensor unit SEE FIGURE 146 then clean the sensor channel and hole on the Etha body A 4 ATK FIG 14B x x CONTINUED Remove the Detent and using a dry cotton bud clean the Detent and its location point in the Etha body Inspect the Detent for damage and replace if necessary SEE FIGURE 14D INTRODUCTION Insert the Detent into the Etha body SEE FIGURE 1
11. o FIG 17G ae FIG 17 FIG 17 INTRODUCTION QUICK SET UP ORIENTATION CONTINUED X AWARNINGIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII DE GAS YOUR MARKER DISCHARGING ANY STORED GAS IN A SAFE DIRECTION AND REMOVE THE BARREL LOADER AIR SYSTEM AND ANY PAINTBALLS TO MAKE THE MARKER EASIER AND SAFER TO WORK ON Next unscrew the bolt guide from the valve assembly SEE FIGURE 171 Clean the bolt guide removing 7 any old grease debris or paint from the front narrow 4 stem section SEE FIGURE 174 and the exhaust 3 port inside the bolt guide SEE FIGURE 17K Clean and inspect the rear bolt bumper SEE FIGURE 171 for damage or excessive wear replace as 2 necessary T The valve itself contains four components the valve meee body the firing poppet the poppet insert and the valve joiner bs start by unscrewing the valve joiner from the valve body gripping the flats on the side of the threads SEE FIGURE 17M When unscrewed slide the valve joiner and firing poppet out of the valve body SEE FIGURE 1 7N Remove the poppet insert clean and inspect the o ring near the tip of the poppet insert if the o ring is damaged then replace f Lubricate the o ring with a small amount of grease T then place the insert to one side With the valve joiner and firing poppet removed from the valve body push AWARNINGIIIIIIII
12. or manifold for kind of regular maintenance There are NO user serviceable parts within the solenoid _ valve Es With the frame separated from the Etha body and the solenoid and BBSS wires unplugged from the circuit board see page 44 remove the two manifold retaining 2 screws using a 5 64 hex key SEE FIGURE 22A The solenoid and solenoid manifold can now be removed from the Etha body With the solenoid manifold completely removed from 8 the Etha body the bottom of the Etha body should now 352 resemble FIGURE 22B Ensure that the air transfer Hd holes the bottom of the Etha body are free from contamination from any dirt debris paint or moisture and clear away any excess grease if it appears to be any of the air transfer holes ES Using a cross headed screwdriver undo and remove the two screws that hold the solenoid valve onto the T solenoid manifold SEE FIGURE 220 Check the top face of the solenoid manifold to ensure 7 that it is free from damage or debris Remove clean gt 36 and inspect the two manifold o ring gaskets 5 ll and the brass filter as shown in FIGURE 22D 7 noting the correct location of each for re assembly E Replace the o ring gaskets and then the brass filter 29 ensuring that they lie flat in their designated grooves EN in the solenoid manifold SEE FIGURE 22E UE TRE Replace any worn damaged seals using authentic Eclipse Etha
13. ring on front of firing Replace front o ring with a new 009 NBR7O the marker is gassed up poppet o ring Very poor efficiency The internal o ring on the valve joiner is too Replace o ring with a new 012 NBR70O o ring small or damaged Low velocity The Dwell parameter is set too low Increase Dwell parameter Poor barrel bore to paintball size match Use a barrel bore and paintball size that match POSSIBLE SYMPTOM CAUSE The marker is chopping or trapping paint The Break Beam Sensor System is switched off Switch on the BBSS The bolt is dirty causing the BBSS to incorrectly Clean the bolt detect a paintball The BBSS is dirty causing the incorrect detection Clean the BBSS of paintballs Trigger is set up incorrectly Set trigger correctly Solenoid wire is not plugged into the Etha PCB Plug solenoid wire into socket on the Etha PCB Micro switch not plugged into Etha PCB Plug micro switch into socket on Etha PCB The BBSS is enabled but there is no paint Fill loader with paint Micro switch is being blocked by wires or debris Clear the path of the micro switch Micro switch damaged Replace micro switch Solenoid valve is E Replace solenoid valve Etha PCB is Etha PCB is damaged Replace Etha PCR Etha Replace Etha PCR High velocity first shot Inline regulator output pressure is creeping Strip and clean the inline regulator replacing the piston seal if necessary The trigger is very bouncy
14. the circuit board SEE FIGURE 13B The navigation console will flash green to indicate that the tournament lock has been enabled 4 Replace the right side grip panel then the retaining screw using a 5 64 hex key To disable the tournament lock 1 Remove the right side grip panel by unscrewing the retaining screw using a 5 64 hex key SEE FIGURE 13A 2 on the Etha 3 Locate and press the tournament lock button on the circuit board SEE IN FIGURE 13B The navigation console will flash red to indicate that the tournament lock has been disabled 4 Replace the right side grip panel then the retaining screw using a 5 64 hex key 9 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION QUICK SET UP ORIENTATION MAINTENANCE FAULT FINDING b ur d s PE sc UNDERSTANDING THE BBSS OPERATION 4 The Etha displays the status of the Break Beam Sensor System using the LED on the navigation console as follows INDICATION BREECH SENSOR STATUS 1 P BBSS enabled On a ste Flashing Yellow paintball detected marker will not fire Flashing Light Blue BBSS enabled On paintball detected marker will fire 31 Flashing Purple BBSS disabled Off marker MUR will fire iT fT Blockage detected BBSS temporarily disabled Off marker will fire Fast Flashing Any changes to the breech sensor status will be displayed immediately This provides valuable i
15. 0D If the frame is difficult to attach ensure that the BBSS wires are still in the wire channel under the Etha body and do not interfere with the trigger spring Re connect the solenoid and BBSS to their respective sockets on the Ftha circuit board SEE FIGURE 2DE Adjust both the so enoid and BBSS wires so that they sit neatly within the frame making sure the wires do not interfere with the micro switch SEE FIGURE 2 0F Re attach the grip panels to the frame by using a 5 64 hex key to tighten the two grip screws AWARNINGIH HTT TTT TTT TT LEE TTT IF YOU ARE AT ALL UNSURE OF PERFORMING A MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTRE E 22A B AWARNINGIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII 4 i DE GAS YOUR MARKER DISCHARGING ANY i STORED GAS IN A SAFE DIRECTION AND REMOVE THE BARREL LOADER AIR SYSTEM AND ANY PAINTBALLS MAKE THE MARKER EASIER AND SAFER TO WORK ON x To remove the trigger from the Etha firstly unscrew the two retaining screws that hold the left and right f grip panels onto the frame using 5 64 hex key SEE FIGURE 214 then remove the grip panels With a 1 16 hex key loosen the trigger pin retaining screw SEE FIGURE 21 B As the screw is backed EX out the trigger pin will become free When the trigger pin moves freely inside the frame use a small hex key to push the trigger pin out of the frame SEE E FIGURE 210 ue With t
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17. 4E and place the sensor unit back into the designated slot in the body SEE FIGURE 14B Ensure that the sensor unit is face down in the body i e looking into the breech FAULT FINDING Replace the BBSS cover then using a 5 64 hex key tighten the BBSS cover retaining screw into the body SEE FIGURE 14F Do not over tighten the retaining screw Repeat the procedure for the opposite side of the Etha You have now cleaned your Break Beam Sensor System FIG 14E x Replace any worn damaged parts using authentic Eclipse Etha spare parts Ensure that the receiver sensor indicated red heat shrink sleeving is located on the right hand side of the marker body A WARNING IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IF YOU ARE AT ALL UNSURE OF PERFORMING MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTRE FIG 14F x AE DR EXEC Ms ae RNC I B THE SL3 INLINE REGULATOR Erra ANWARNING TTMBMVMAMVM TT TTT TT TT ELLE E EE ELLE T M T I ET DE GAS YOUR MARKER DISCHARGING ANY STORED GAS IN A SAFE DIRECTION AND REMOVE THE BARREL LOADER AIR SYSTEM AND ANY PAINTBALLS TO MAKE THE MARKER EASIER AND SAFER TO WORK ON Disconnect the macroline hosing from your inline 2 regulator by pulling back the collet section of the hose fitting and keeping the collet depressed Pull the macroline hose out of the hose fitting and release the ES collet B Unscrew the inline regulator from the Eth
18. 53 54 Factory settings 8 Factory reset 33 Feed neck 12 24 27 56 57 Feed screw 24 27 56 57 58 Feed swivel 56 57 Filter 16 Firing Mode Parameter 31 32 Firing poppet 15 19 40 42 53 54 56 57 Frame 9 12 44 45 56 57 Frame screw 12 56 58 Front bumper 56 57 Grip panel 9 12 29 44 47 Grip screw 12 58 Inline regulator 8 12 14 19 21 23 26 36 37 55 Inline regulator adjuster assembly 36 37 56 57 Inline regulator adjuster top 14 38 Inline regulator adjuster screw 8 14 26 36 38 Inline regulator bottom 14 36 37 56 57 Inline regulator piston 14 36 37 56 57 Inline regulator 14 36 37 56 57 Inline regulator seal 14 38 56 57 Inline regulator spring 14 36 37 56 57 Inline regulator swivel 14 37 56 57 Inline regulator LED 6 18 27 30 blue 31 green 30 31 light blue 7 30 31 purple 30 31 red 30 31 white 31 yellow 7 30 LED lens 56 57 Loader 24 54 55 Macroline 12 21 36 37 56 57 Macroline fitting 90 degree 14 21 56 57 Macroline fitting straight 17 21 56 57 Manifold 12 16 48 49 53 56 57 Manifold retaining screw 12 16 48 49 58 Manifold o ring gasket 16 48 53 Maximum rate of fire 32 Micro switch 9 47 54 55 56 57 Micro switch connector 6 Micro switch retaining clip 56 57 Millennium 11 32 Mounting Screws 16 Navigation console 6 7 18 30 33 56 57 On Off Purge System OOPS 12 17 20 21 23 27 51 53 Uncapped semi 32 OOPS body 17 20 23 51 53
19. 56 57 Units 31 OOPS insert 17 51 53 56 57 Valve assembly 40 43 OOPS knob 17 23 27 51 53 56 57 Valve body 15 40 42 53 56 57 OOPS pin 17 51 53 56 57 Valve joiner 15 40 42 53 56 57 OOPS push rod 17 51 53 56 57 Velocity 26 53 54 OOPS retaining screw 17 20 58 56 57 Operational overview 19 Parameter 8 31 Poppet Insert 15 40 42 56 57 Power up 6 Preset air system 22 23 Pressure relief valve 53 PSP 11 32 Purge poppet assembly 14 38 Purge poppet spring 38 Purge poppet 38 Pushbutton 56 57 Rate of fire ROF 30 Select button 6 18 27 56 57 Set up mode 31 Shaft4 11 13 20 SL3 Inline Regulator Assembly 12 14 23 26 36 38 Solenoid assembly 12 16 19 48 50 Solenoid mounting screws 16 48 58 Solenoid valve 6 12 16 33 48 50 53 54 56 57 Solenoid valve connector 6 Storage 28 Supercharging 37 38 55 Tenths 31 Thread lock 21 Tournament lock 29 31 Tournament lock button 6 29 Tournament lock state 18 Transportation 28 Trigger 12 19 25 32 46 47 54 55 56 57 Trigger pin 46 47 56 57 Trigger pin brass bushing 56 57 Trigger pin retaining screw 46 47 56 57 58 Trigger screw front stop 25 56 57 58 Trigger screw rear stop 25 56 57 58 Trigger screw return strength 25 56 57 58 Trigger spring 9 25 56 57 T slot 20 DE CONTENTS INTRODUCTION QUICK SET UP ORIENTATION USING THE ETHA USER INTERFACE MAINTENANGE gt
20. B ORIENTATION USING THE ETHA The battery does not seem to last very long The battery type is of a low quality Use an fresh 9V alkaline or lithium battery not use a low quality or rechargeable battery S MAINTENANCE The Etha leaks from the solenoid and or An o ring gasket is damaged and or not seated Replace the gasket if damaged using Etha FAULT FINDING manifold correctly in the manifold parts kit Ensure the gasket is seated correctly The solenoid valve is not secure on the manifold Check the solenoid is secure on the manifold INDEX Dirty damaged o ring on middle of firing Clean replace front o ring with a new O10 poppet NBR7O o ring Dirty damaged middle valve body o ring Clean replace with a new 020 70 o ring Dirty damaged middle valve joiner o ring Clean replace with a new 014 NBR7O o ring The output pressure from the inline regulator is Lower the output pressure of the inline too high triggering the solenoid valve built in regulator pressure relief valve Damaged solenoid valve Replace Etha solenoid valve The Etha leaks down the barrel Dirty damaged firing poppet assembly Clean replace firing poppet and front O10 NBR7O o ring Dirty damaged bolt guide exhaust port Clean replace bolt guide Dirty damaged valve body front o rings Clean replace 017 NBR70 and 020 NBR 70 o rings Gas vents quickly down barrel as soon as Incorrect damaged o
21. EE FIGURE 6B B Install a barrel blocking device over the barrel such as the Eclipse barrel sock supplied with the Etha SEE x FIGURE 60 You have now installed the barrel E T SLOT MOUNTING SYSTEM E The Etha utilises a T slot arrangement to mount the EX OOPS to the bottom of the frame 2 There two retaining screws on the OOPS body underside E These are used to clamp the OOPS onto the frame It EE is advisable to make sure that these screws are tight ES using a 3 8 hex key before attaching an air system SEE FIGURE 6D instruction on using the Eclipse barrel sock can be found on the barrel sock warning label DEGREE MAGROLINE FITTING A 90 degree macroline fitting can be found on the SL3 inline regulator as shown in FIGURE ZA This fitting is secured into the inline regulator using thread lock and DOES NOT need to be removed for regular maintenance of the 5 3 inline regulator STRAIGHT MAGROLINE FITTINGS A Straight macroline fitting can be found on the OOPS as shown in FIGURE 7B This fitting is secured to the OOPS using thread lock and DOES NOT need to be removed for regular maintenance of the OOPS MAGCROLINE HOSING To aid the longevity of your macroline hosing it 15 very important to remove it from and install it back into the fittings in the correct manner Pull back the collet section of the hose fitting and keep the collet depressed Pull the macroline hose out of the hose fitting and r
22. EX Length 539 4mm Width 33 51mm Height 212 2mm Weight 930g 2 05lb with Eclipse Shaft4 14 5 barrel Calibre 0 68 Barrel Threads Cocker Barrel Type amp Length Eclipse Shaft4 14 5 two piece Fire Modes Capped Semi Automatic Uncapped Semi Automatic PSP 2011 Compliant Ramping Millennium 2010 Compliant Ramping Propellant Compressed Air Nitrogen Body Material 6000 Series Aluminium Frame Material Glass Reinforced Nylon The 9V Battery is supplied already installed in the marker Firing preset compliant at time of printing Always check with event organiser for rule changes governing firing modes Please note items included amp marker specification of the Planet Eclipse Etha Marker may vary to what is printed above PLEASE READ ALL THE WARNINGS ON PAGES 2 amp 3 BEFORE USING THIS MARKER SWITCHING ON THE the rear of the frame is the navigation console Press 7 and hold the select button o SEE FIGURE 1A E Release the select button Y when the LED lights up and your Etha will begin its power up sequence SWITCHING OFF THE Press and hold the select button D Release the select button when the LED on the navigation 4 console turns red The LED will then extinguish and the Etha will turn off 3 he Etha has a built in auto off timer of 20 minutes If the trigger is not pulled or the select button D is not pressed for 20 minutes t
23. G SCREW SELF TAPPING M2 0x6 TRIGGER SPRING ADJUSTMENT SCREW 1 6 32 UNC x 3 16 SOCKET SET SCREW TRIGGER ADJUSTMENT SCREW 2 TRIGGER PIN LOCKING SCREW 1 6 32 UNC x 3 16 SOCKET SET SCREW OOPS RETAINING SCREW 10 32 UNF x 1 2 SOCKET SET SCREW FRONT AND REAR FRAME SCREW 10 32 UNF x 3 8 SOCKET BUTTON HEAD LOCATION O RING LOGATION Etha Body FRM Valve Body x3 IL CJ C ACT I C3 N ALL O RINGS ARE NBR 70 DUROMETER UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED Valve Body Front Valve Body Rear SL3 Inline Regulator Piston SL3 Inline Regulator Bottom x2 Shaft4 Barrel Back body end Shaft4 Barrel Back tip end Valve Joiner External x2 Valve Joiner Front External Valve Joiner Internal Firing Poppet Rear SL3 Inline Regulator Adjuster External x2 Firing Poppet Middle Manifold Front Port Firing Poppet Front SL3 Inline Regulator Adjuster Internal OOPS Insert External Manifold Rear Port Body Plug OOPS Insert Internal NBR 90 Rod x2 Poppet Insert oppet Tip 003 1 1 a 5 8 OE is i s 3 x all EWE nm P CONTENTS INTRODUCTION QUICK SET UP ORIENTATION USING THE ETHA USER INTERFAGE MAINTENANCE FAULT FINDING an cm SERVICE CENTRES ECLIPSE CERTIFIED SERVICE CENTRES Need spare replacement part Are you unsure
24. IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IF YOU ARE AT ALL UNSURE OF PERFORMING A MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTRE 080 Vv FIG 17K CONTINUED Moving onto the valve body clean the three o rings and the valve body itself GEE FIGURE 1 709 Inspect the o rings and internal bore of the valve body for damage and wear Replace the o rings as necessary Inspect the two sets of air ports labelled in FIGURE 170 making sure all the ports free of any debris Lastly take the valve joiner and clean the joiner shaft external o rings and two sets of air ports B SEE FIGURE 1 7R Also clean the one internal o ring and internal bore SEE FIGURE 178 making sure the entire component is free of debris and old grease Inspect the three o rings on the valve joiner for damage and replace as necessary The bolt system assembly has now been fully disassembled and cleaned ready for lubrication and re assembly FIG 17R FIG 175 ASSEMBLING THE BOLT SYSTEM AWARNINGIT TTT TT TTT TT TT EE EE EL ELLE TL T I DE GAS YOUR MARKER DISCHARGING ANY STORED GAS IN A SAFE DIRECTION AND REMOVE THE BARREL LOADER AIR SYSTEM AND ANY PAINTBALLS TO MAKE THE MARKER EASIER AND SAFER TO WORK ON cg Take the firing poppet and apply a light coating of 2 5 grease to the four o rings on the poppet shaft SEE E d FIGURE 18A Also apply a light coat of gr
25. ING FEED NECK AS THIS MAY DAMAGE THE LOADER OR FEED NECK ITSELF Release the clamping lever on the feed neck SEE FE amp FIGURE 9A and test to see if your loader can easily Tut LN be pushed into the top of the feed neck If the loader os cannot easily be pushed into the feed neck loosen lE the top screw the feed neck by turning it counter hp m clockwise using a 5 32 hex key SEE FIGURE 9B When you have managed to push your loader into 9 the feed neck close the clamping lever to secure it firmly in place SEE FIGURE 90 If the loader is E loose then you will need to release the clamping lever 6 tighten the top screw slightly by turning it clockwise E is with a 5 32 hex key BEE FIGURE 9B then close EE the clamping lever Repeat this process as necessary A s to secure your loader in place uet TU You have now attached a loader to your Etha Once you have filled your loader and air tank you will then 57 i E i be ready to begin using your Etha SETTING THE TRIGGER There are three adjustment points on the trigger the front stop trigger screw the rear stop trigger screw and the spring return strength screw As standard each Etha comes with a factory set trigger travel of approximately 6mm in total length 3mm of travel before the firing point and 3mm of travel after the firing point The front stop trigger screw 15 used to set the amount of trigger travel prior to the m
26. Incorrect Debounce settings Check that your Debounce settings suit your trigger set up Trigger pull too short and return strength too Refer to Advanced Set Up section for guidelines low of how to adjust your Etha trigger accordingly so The Break Beam Sensor System 15 dirty Keep the Break Beam Sensors clean to ensure correct readings See Maintenance Section Break Beam Sensors the wrong way around Check that the red sensor unit is on the right hand side of the breech Check the connector on the BBSS cables SYMPTOM The BBSS does not appear to be reading correctly The BBSS is not reading at all There is a broken wire or contact or a short circuit on either of the sensor unit cables Check for cuts or pinches in the sensor cables Check that the sensor units face each other when installed Either sensor unit is back to front Two or more balls are being fed into the breech Etha is inconsistent Poor barrel bore to paintball size match Use a barrel bore and paintball size that rg em match Sensor unit is dirty Clean the BBSS BBSSturns itself off after firing When the Etha powers up the gun will not fire The Etha leaks out of the body plug in the The o ring on the body plug is dirty damaged front of the body The Solenoid does not click Battery level is partially discharged The trigger is permanently depressed Turn the front stop set screw in the top of the trigger count
27. LE LED 5 SHORT FLASHES OF A PURPLE LED A zero is indicated by no flashes E g A Dwell of 11 0ms would be indicated as follows 11 LONG FLASHES OF A PURPLE LED 0 SHORT FLASHES OF A PURPLE LED MODIFYING A PARAMETER You can modify a parameter by using the following guidelines Gow DE CONTENTS INTRODUCTION QUICK SET UP 1 Ensure that you are in set up mode 2 Choose the parameter that you wish to modify by pressing B until the LED turns to the parameter colour 3 Pull and hold the trigger for 1 second The LED will off FAULT FINDING 4 Set the units value by pulling the trigger once for each unit the LED will flash with each trigger pull COT eke 5 Push the D button to switch to the tenths value 6 Set the tenths value by pulling the trigger once for each unit the LED will flash with each trigger pull DO NOT pull the trigger if the required digit is zero 7 Push the D button The LED will flash three times if the colour is green then the value has been accepted and saved If the colour is red then the value has been rejected and remains unchanged ORIENTATION USING THE ETHA O MAINTENANCE SERVICE CENTRES INDEX For example to set a parameter to 14 5 when following j the steps above PULL THE TRIGGER 14 TIMES WHEN STEP 4 THEN PRESS 1 PULL THE TRIGGER 5 TIMES WHEN AT STEP 6 THEN PRESS To leave a parameter unchanged h
28. MPLETELY CONFIDENT WITH YOUR ABILITY TO HANDLE THE MARKER SAFELY AND RESPONSIBLY i ICE i ALWAYS RELIEVE ALL RESIDUAL GAS PRESSURE FROM THE BEFORE UNSCREWING THE TG 4 PRESET AIR SYSTEM CONTINUED High mid and low pressure output preset air systems can be used with the Etha providing the Etha 15 fitted with the SL3 inline regulator originally supplied with the marker The Eclipse Etha comes complete with an Eclipse On Off Purge System OOPS which provides a direct connection for a preset air system Before screwing an air system into the OOPS ensure that the OOPS knob is fully unscrewed SEE FIGURE In this position the OOPS is off and will not pressurise the Etha when an air system is screwed into the OOPS Lining the threads up correctly between the OOPS and the air system screw the air system into the OOPS until the air system is screwed all the way in and tight on the OOPS The air system MUST be screwed all the way before turning on the OOPS SEE FIGURE 8B Now with the air system attached and the barrel pointing away from you start to slowly turn the OOPS knob counter clockwise to turn the OOPS on and pressurise the Etha Keep turning the knob until it stops against the OOPS body as shown in FIGURE SC You have now installed a preset air system onto your Etha CONTENTS INTRODUCTION MAINTENANCE FAULT FINDING ANWARNING IIIIII DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN THE CLAMP
29. N MAINTENANCE FAULT FINDING FIG 10A x FIG 100C AWARNINGH TTT TTT TTT CHECK THE VELOCITY OF THE MARKER AT REGULAR INTERVALS DURING USE MANY EXTERNAL FACTORS CAN EFFECT THE VELOCITY THE MARKER FIRES AT SUCH AS AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE AND PRESSURE SIZE OF When using your Etha you may wish to change the U velocity at which your Etha is firing This is done by EX inserting a 1 8 hex key into the adjuster screw at the 2S bottom of your SL3 inline regulator and adjusting it iar accordingly SEE FIGURE 1 14A Er 4 i d ciu are uu 2 1 1 E s ai midi us m a E Itl By turning the adjuster screw clockwise you decrease X the output pressure of the inline regulator and LAS Y x consequently decrease the velocity by turning the adjuster screw counter clockwise you increase 7 the output pressure of the inline regulator and B consequently increase the velocity On the bottom S NM ES 9 of the inline regulator there are engraved arrows to HE e illustrate which direction to turn the hex key to make Tees the relevant adjustment I Setting the output pressure too high on any inline EE regulator used with the Etha will cause the solenoid A EN ES valve under the Etha body to vent gas from its built in pressure relief valve If this occurs reduce the output 21 X pressure of the inline regulator
30. Protect your Eclipse Etha from excessive heat during transportation E When transporting a paintball marker by air check with the airline regarding their policies on transporting paintball equipment as hold luggage before arriving at the airport Observe and obey all local and national laws concerning the transportation of paintball markers For information concerning any of the laws in your area contact your nearby law enforcement agency f When shipping the Eclipse Etha for any reason Planet Eclipse recommends using the box in which the marker was originally supplied to protect the marker against rough handling during transport THE TOURNAMENT LOCK AWARNINGH TTT TTT TTT TTT ALWAYS KEEP THE ECLIPSE ETHA POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION AND ENSURE ALL PERSONS WITHIN RANGE CONTINUE TO WEAR FACE PROTECTION UNTIL MARKER IS COMPLETELY UNLOADED AND SAFE The Etha has an electronic tournament lock which once enabled prevents the user from making any changes to the setup parameters of the marker This tournament lock complies with the rules of all major tournaments and must be enabled prior to entering the field of play in order to avoid penalties The Etha is shipped from the factory with the Tournament Lock disabled To enable the Tournament lock 1 Remove the right side grip panel by unscrewing the retaining screw using a 5 64 hex key SEE FIGURE 1 3A 2 Turn on the Etha 3 Locate and press the tournament lock button on
31. RAMPING This mode allows the marker to fire in a ramping mode as specified by the 2010 Millennium Series rules Certain modes may only be available in certain countries and on certain models of the Etha THE MAXIMUM ROF WITH BBSS ON CAPPED MODES In capped firing modes this parameter is used to control how fast the Etha can cycle The Maximum ROF with BBSS On parameter is indicated by a green light on the navigation console when you are in the set up mode This is fully adjustable between 4 0 balls per second and 15 0 balls per second in O 1 bps increments THE MAXIMUM ROF WITH BBSS OFF This parameter is used to control how fast the Etha cycles when the Break Beam Sensor System has been disabled The Maximum ROF with BBSS Off parameter is indicated by a blue light on the navigation console when you are in the set up mode This parameter is fully adjustable between 4 0 balls per second and 15 0 balls per second in 0 1 bps increments This parameter should be set to match the slowest speed of the loading system in use The Etha software parameters and presets are correct at time of printing However newer versions of the Etha software may have different parameters and presets to those printed above Some parameters may have ben added or removed entirely Please contact your nearest service centre if you have any queries regarding the Etha software installed in your marker The remaining set up parameters are us
32. Tu if necessary SEE FIGURE 240 Lubricate g this o ring liberally using Eclipse Grease T f Lubricate the narrow end of the OOPS pin with a smear a of Eclipse Grease and push the OOPS pin narrow end first into the OOPS insert so that it sits in the OOPS deux insert and pokes through to the front SEE FIGURES 24H amp 241 Screw the OOPS insert back into the OOPS body A reals that the o ring end goes in first Replace the push rod into its designated slot SEE E TE D FIGURE 244 then side 004 NBR70 o rings onto both 20 12 ends of the push rod Make sure the push rod is centred 62 in the OOPS body SEE FIGURE 24K T Slide the OOPS knob over the OOPS body and screw the knob onto the body SEE FIGURE 24L Reconnect the macroline hose to the fitting on the OOPS gv SEE FIGURE 24 gt m You have now successfully cleaned and maintained your On Off Purge System AWARNINGIVT TTT TTT TT TT TTT ELLE LLL I I IF YOU ARE AT ALL UNSURE OF PERFORMING A MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTRE POSSIBLE ex Q IJI gt GUIDE SYMPTOM CAUSE E CONTENTS Although a fresh battery has been fitted the The battery terminals are not making proper Remove the battery inspect the terminals for Etha will not switch on contact with the battery damage or debris and then replace the battery QUICK SET UP The fly lead to the Etha PCB is damaged Replace the Etha PC
33. a body in a clockwise direction GEE FIGURE 1 5 Inspect the 1 12 amp o ring at the top of the threads on the Etha body for nm x EX damage Replace and re lubricate as necessary 73 f T 2 3 Turn the inline regulator upside down and carefully gt 7 unscrew the bottom section from the top section SEE FIGURE 1 5B Tip both the piston and spring out of the top of the inline regulator SEE FIGURE 1 5C _ Insert a 1 8 hex key into the adjuster screw in the bottom section of the inline regulator turn the adjuster bottom SEE FIGURE 15D and pull out of the m inline regulator bottom when it will no longer turn Pre s E upwards Pu Thoroughly clean the 011 NBR7O o rings that sit on the outside of the adjuster assembly then re lubricate 25253 with Eclipse Grease SEE OVERLEAF FIGURE EN 15e EN o rings are damaged then replace them Extra o rings EE available in parts kits available at www planeteclipse com EN The adjuster screw can only be removed by turning it upwards BE through the bottom section of the inline regulator The regulator may be damaged if the adjuster screw is removed incorrectly CONTINUED Using dry cotton bud clean the internal 008 NBR7O o ring that sits inside the top section of the adjuster assembly Then using a small hex key gently apply Eclipse Grease to the o ring SEE FIGURE 15F At this point if you are maintaining the
34. and play style Ti ADAPT WM EMC RAIL MOUNTING KIT IS EVOLVING PLANETECLIPSE d Ej f 2012 Eclipse Ltd Eclipse the Estar Logo Device Ego Geo Etek Etha and EMC are all either design trademarks SES trademarks or trademarks of Planet Eclipse Ltd All other trademarks are property of their respective owners Air Systems 22 23 27 Auto off timer 6 Barrel 13 20 27 28 53 Barrel bore 11 53 55 Barrel back 13 20 Barrel blocking device 20 22 27 Barrel sock 20 27 Barrel threads 11 13 Barrel tip 13 20 Battery 9v 9 12 18 30 53 54 56 57 4 Battery connector 9 56 57 Battery level indicator 30 1 BBSS 6 7 18 20 30 32 34 35 54 55 BBSS disabled 30 BBSS enabled 30 BBSS connector 6 BBSS cover 12 34 35 BBSS cover screw 12 34 35 58 12 56 57 BBSS sensor unit 34 35 55 56 57 Body plug 12 55 56 57 Bolt 15 19 39 43 54 56 57 Bolt guide 15 19 40 43 53 55 56 57 Bolt stem 15 40 43 55 Bolt bumper 15 40 56 57 Bolt tip 15 39 54 56 57 Bolt spring 15 19 39 43 56 57 Bolt system 12 15 39 43 Bounce 33 54 Brass filer 16 48 Capped semi 32 Circuit board 6 9 12 29 53 54 56 57 Circuit board retaining clip 56 57 Chopping 54 Clamping lever 12 24 27 56 57 Collet 21 36 Contents 4 5 Compressed air 22 23 Debounce 33 54 Detent 34 35 55 56 57 Dwell 19 33 53 54 Efficiency
35. are joined together with a left hand thread meaning that if you hold the barrel MAINTENANCE with the back section nearest you the barrel tip screws in a clockwise direction FAULT FINDING PARTS LIST On the barrel back there is a 016 NBR 70 o ring which prevents the Shaft4 barrel from vibrating loose from the Etha body when the marker is fired There is also a 016 NBR 70 o ring on the front of the barrel back helps with alignment when the two barrel sections are screwed together SERVICE CENTRES INDEX Replace and lubricate these o rings with Eclipse Grease as necessary 1 The bore size of your Shaft4 may vary according to the model of Etha that you have The Etha will only accept COCKER threaded barrels Do not use any other type of barrel thread 3The Eclipse Shaft4 tip and back barrel sections not interchangeable with older version Shaft tip and back barrel sections including Shaft3 barrel kits 4The model of barrel accompanying your Etha may differ from that stated in this manual THE 5 INLINE REGULATOR 016 NBR7O INLINE REGULATOR PISTON INLINE REGULATOR INLINE REGULATOR EGO SPRING 011 NBR7O ADJUSTER TOP REGULATOR SEAL PURGE POPPET ASSEMBLY 011 NBR 70 008 NBR7O 1 8 NPTF 90 DEGREE ADJUSTER SCREW MACROLINE FITTING INLINE REGULATOR SWIVEL 016 NBR7O INLINE REGULATOR BOTTOM Only use the 513 inline regulator with the On
36. arker firing Turn this screw clockwise to reduce the amount of travel Do not turn the screw too far or the trigger will be pushed past the firing point and the marker will not work Turn this screw counter clockwise to increase the amount of travel SEE FIGURE 104A The rear stop trigger screw is used to set the amount of travel after the marker has fired Turn this screw clockwise to reduce the amount of travel Do not turn the screw too far or the trigger will be prevented from reaching its firing point and the marker will not work Turn this screw counter clockwise to increase the amount of travel SEE FIGURE 10B The spring return strength screw is used to adjust the spring strength that returns the trigger to its resting position Turn the screw clockwise to increase the amount of spring return strength in the trigger pull Turn this screw counter clockwise to reduce the amount of spring return strength in the trigger pull Do not turn the screw too far counter clockwise or there will not be enough force to return the trigger consistently GEE FIGURE 100 Reference FIGURE 10D FRONT STOP TRIGGER SCREW TRIGGER PIN LOCKING SCREW TRIGGER SPRING RETURN STRENGTH SCREW REAR STOP TRIGGER SCREW MICRO SWITCH CONTACT POINT TRIGGER SPRING TRIGGER PIN GO IMO 0 2 1 trigger pin locking screw does nothing to adjust set the trigger and should be left tight against the trigger pin CONTENTS INTRODUCTIO
37. ate of the BBSS is displayed by flashing LED on the navigation console To switch OFF the Break Beam Sensor System push and hold the se ect button 4 for 0 5 seconds The LED on the navigation console will flash purple indicating that the Break Beam Sensor System has been disabled To switch ON the Break Beam Sensor System push and hold the select button for 0 5 seconds The LED on the navigation console will flash either yellow no ball detected or light blue ball detected indicating that L the Break Beam Sensor System has been enabled rey NO BALL DETECTED Additional features of the Etha Break Beam Sensor System are covered in the Understanding the BBSS Operation section on Page 30 of this User Manual LIGHT BLUE LIGHT BALL DETECTED 54 I FACTORY SET UP GUIDE Erma AWARNINGIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII T ais DE GAS YOUR MARKER DISCHARGING ANY STORED GAS IN A SAFE DIRECTION AND REMOVE THE BARREL LOADER AIR SYSTEM AND ANY PAINTBALLS TO MAKE THE MARKER EASIER AND SAFER TO WORK ON Before using the Etha it is important to make sure that the inline regulator all electronically controlled parameters are set correctly as some of these may ES have a negative and potentially damaging effect on 23 the marker in terms of performance and reliability if B incorrectly set he B The steps below will restore the Etha to the state that it left the factory Re
38. ator section of this maintenance guide pages 36 37 Using a 5 64 hex key remove the screws that attach the grip panels to the frame then remove the grip 7 panels SEE FIGURE 194A Unplug the solenoid and BBSS wires from their sockets on the Etha circuit board SEE FIGLIRE 19B B Using a 1 8 hex key undo the two frame screws SEE FIGURES 19C amp 19D and remove the frame from the Etha body taking care not to damage E wires or the solenoid valve SEE FIGURE 19E 1 mh 1 t You have now removed the frame AAWARNINGAITLLTT LL LL M V T IF YOU ARE AT ALL UNSURE OF PERFORMING A MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTRE FIG 19A x SN FIG 19C lt CY FIG 19E x ATTACHING THE FRAME A WARNING DE GAS YOUR MARKER DISCHARGING ANY STORED GAS IN A SAFE DIRECTION AND REMOVE THE BARREL LOADER AIR SYSTEM AND ANY PAINTBALLS TO MAKE THE MARKER EASIER AND SAFER TO WORK ON Firstly ensure the BBSS wires are secured in the wire channel on the underside the Etha body SEE FIGURE 20 Carefully thread the solenoid and BBSS wires through the access holes in the top of the frame SEE FIGURE 20B Making sure that the BBSS solenoid wires are not trapped between the frame solenoid valve and body re attach the frame to the Etha body by tightening the two frame screws using a 1 8 hex key SEE FIGURES 200 amp 2
39. aving already started to modify it do not pull the trigger for 5 seconds and the value will be rejected EXITING SET UP MODE To exit set up mode push and hold the D button until the LED turns blue Then release the W button the Etha will exit set up mode and the LED will start flashing displaying the current BBSS status lf the parameter does not support tenths then these steps skipped PARAMETER the firing mode of the Etha The 4 firing mode parameter is indicated 3 console when you are in the set up mode There are four selectable EE 1 UNCAPPED SEMI in this mode the Etha will fire one Se shot for every pull of the trigger This mode is uncapped with the then the rate of fire is limited by ES parameter 3 to comply with the rules of the field or site at which this Etha is used It is the user s responsibility to ensure that these parameters are correctly set E THE FIRING MODE This parameter is used to control by a red light on the navigation E firing modes as outlined below BBSS enabled If the BBSS is off B the Maximum ROF with BBSS Off This mode is the same as the Uncapped Semi mode INL except that the rate of fire ROF is determined by the maximum ROF parameters BBSS On and BBSS Off 3 PSP 2011 COMPLIANT RAMPING This mode allows the marker to fire in a ramping mode as specified in the 2011 PSP Series rules 4 MILLENNIUM 2010 COMPLIANT
40. ease to the shaft itself SEE FIGURE 18B Before 3 inserting the firing poppet back into the valve joiner ii LUN apply a light coating of grease to the internal o ring 1 and the internal bore of the valve joiner with a cotton he E bud SEE FIGURE 180 With the internal bore ed of the valve Joiner lubricated hold the valve joiner by the threads and insert the firing poppet narrow end first into the back of the valve joiner GEE FIGURE 629 S 180 With the firing poppet pushed all the way in to E D the valve joiner lubricate the external o rings on the valve joiner Be careful not to block the air ports on the valve joiner with grease SEE FIGURE 18E _ Hold the valve joiner upside down and place the poppet E insert into the relief in the back of the firing poppet E SEE FIGURE 18 Then slide the valve body over the valve joiner and firing poppet SEE FIGURE 165 up to the first set of threads on the valve joiner Screw the valve joiner and valve body together SEE M FIGURE 18H FIG 1850 FIG 18B x FIG 18D x FIG 18E FIG 185 FIG 18H CONTINUED Using a cotton bud apply a thin film of grease to the inside of the exhaust port on the bolt guide SEE FIGURE 181 Apply grease to the smaller front o ring on the valve body SEE FIGURE 184 Then being careful not the scratch the inside of the bolt guide with the firing poppet s
41. ed to configure the performance of the Etha DWELL The Dwell parameter controls the amount of time that the solenoid valve is energised and therefore the amount of gas that is released with each shot The Dwell parameter is indicated by a purple light on the navigation console when you are in the set up mode This parameter is fully adjustable between 4 0ms and 15 0ms in O 1ms increments DEBOUNCE The Debounce parameter is used to set the level of Debounce anti trigger bounce on the Etha The Debounce parameter is indicated by a light blue LED on the navigation console when you are in the set up mode This parameter is fully adjustable between Debounce 1 and Debounce 10 with a higher value reducing the amount of trigger bounce The Etha software parameters and presets are correct at time of printing However newer versions of the Etha software may have different parameters and presets to those printed above Some parameters may have ben added or removed entirely Please contact your nearest service centre if you have any queries regarding the Etha software installed in your marker THE FACTORY RESET Whilst in set up mode it is possible to reset all of the control parameters to the factory default settings in the following way 1 Push and hold the Tournament Lock button see page 29 for information on the Tournament Lock button for two seconds 2 The LED on the navigation console will repeatedly
42. elease the collet Before installing the macroline hose into the fitting ensure that the end has been trimmed correctly and is the correct length to ensure a tight fit in the hose fitting ANWARNING HT TTT TTT TT TTT IF THE MACROLINE BECOMES WORN DAMAGED OR IS THE WRONG LENGTH REPLACE IT IMMEDIATELY REPLACE THE MACROLINE HOSE WITH THE FOLLOWING GRADE OR HIGHER 1 4 ODX1 8 ID SEMI RIGID NYLON 11 IF UNSURE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST ECLIPSE SERVICE CENTRE 415 TI PTT EK WI o OK SUIS CONTENTS INTRODUCTION USER INTERFAGE MAINTENANCE FAULT FINDING uy mc LY Oe ue H Uu 2 BS INSTALLING PRESET AIR ANWARNING MAKE SURE THE MARKER IS TURNED OFF WITH BARREL BLOCKING NICA RERO AND THAT NO PAINTBALLS ARE E MARKER OR LOADER BEFORE INSTALLING AN AIR SYSTEM COMEBE TE AIR AND NITROGEN OEM CAN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS IF HANDLED OR USED INCORRECTLY ONLY USE A AIR SYSTEM CERTIFIED FOR USE WITHIN THE COUNTRY OF USE THE ETHA CANNOT BE USED WITH CO2 ONLY USE COMPRESSED AIR OR NITROGEN NEVER ADD ANY LUBRICANTS OR GREASES INTO THE FILL ADAPTER OF THE AIR SYSTEM REGULATOR ENSURE THAT ALL SCREWS ARE TIGHTENED NO PARTS ARE eae INSTALLING A AND N AIR DO NOT PRESSURISE THE ETHA WITHOUT THE BOLT SYSTEM CORRECTLY INSTALLED AS HIGH PRESSURE GAS WILL BE EMITTED DO NOT INSTALL A COMPRESSED AIR SRM OR LOAD PAINTBALLS INTO THE ETHA UNTI YOU FEEL CO
43. en with any first stage regulator you use with the Etha 28 Use 0 68 calibre paintballs only 29 Always measure your marker s velocity before playing paintball using a suitable chronograph 30 Never shoot at velocities in excess of 300 feet 91 44 meters per second or at velocities greater than local or national laws allow 31 Any installations modifications or repairs should be carried out by a qualified individual at a licensed and insured paintball facility THIS USER MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE PRODUCT IN THE EVENT OF RESALE OR NEW OWNERSHIP SHOULD YOU BE UNSURE AT ANY STAGE YOU MUST SEEK EXPERT ADVICE SEE SERVICE CENTRES PAGE 60 A SF INTRODUCTION QUICK SET UP ORIENTATION THIS USERS MANUAL IS IN ENGLISH It contains important safety guidelines and Instructions Should you be unsure at any stage or unable to understand the contents of this manual you must seek expert advice LE MODE D EMPLOI EST EN ANGLAIS Il contient des instructions et mesures de s curit importantes En cas de doute ou s il vous est impossible de comprendre le contenu du monde d emploi demandez conseil un expert ESTE MANUAL DE USUARIOS OPERARIOS USARIOS EST EN INGL S Contiene importantes normas de seguridad e instrucciones Si no est seguro de alg n punto o no entiende los contenidos de este manual debe consultar con un experto DIESE BEDIENUNGS UND BENUTZERANLEITUNG IST IN ENGLISCH
44. er clockwise until the micro switch can be heard clicking when trigger is pulled Replace o ring with new O06 NBR7O o ring Not an issue the marker will continue to fire until the battery level is low The Fault Finding guide covers common symptoms causes and solutions that are likely to be encountered by the average user If an issue with the Etha cannot be solved using the Fault Finding guide contact your nearest Eclipse Service Centre for assistance See page 60 for information on Eclipse Service Centre locations Que GuIDeE s Lj 6 5 x r E im ET CONTENTS INTRODUCTION QUICK SET UP ORIENTATION USING THE ETHA USER INTERFACE MAINTENANCE FAULT FIN DITE BART EEE m SERVICE BENTHES Sensor unit is faulty Replace the BBSS ti Sensor unit is out of place Re Install BBSS Check alignment Sa o _ 5 9 99 1 fr UL UU 6 ee o PART 01 Valve Body 02 Valve o ring 03 Valve Body Front o ring 04 Valve Joiner 05 Valve Joiner External o ring 06 Valve Joiner Internal o ring 07 Firing Poppet 08 Poppet Insert 09 Firing Poppet Rear o ring 10 Firing Poppet Middle o ring e Firing Poppet Front o ring 12 Firing Poppet Tip o ring 29 Trigger Pin Locking Screw B Trigger Pin Brass Bushing 52 Trigger Spring 53 Trigger Spring Retaining Screw 34 Navigation C
45. haft slide the valve body into the bo t guide SEE FIGURE 18K and then screw the two parts together Now apply a thin coat of grease to the three exposed o rings on the valve body SEE FIGURE 18L making sure not to block the gas ports on the valve body with grease Ensure the bumper is facing the correct way on the bolt guide The contoured surface should face the bolt SEE FIGURE 18M Take the bolt and bolt spring and slide them onto the bolt guide SEE FIGURE 18N The bolt system assembly has now been fully assembled Take the bolt system and insert it into the back of the Etha body SEE FIGURE 180 Using a 1 4 hex key screw the bolt system into the Etha body The bolt system has now been lubricated and assembled 1 DO NOT apply any grease or oil to the outside of the bolt guide on any face of the rear bolt bumper and rear face and internal surfaces AAWARNING IHTIHTULB BB ELLE EE EE EE ELE EET E T TF F 1 IF YOU ARE AT ALL UNSURE OF PERFORMING A MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTRE USER INTERFACE bi E REMOVING THE FRAME A WARNING I IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII DE GAS YOUR MARKER DISCHARGING ANY STORED GAS IN A SAFE DIRECTION AND REMOVE THE BARREL LOADER AIR SYSTEM AND ANY PAINTBALLS TO MAKE THE MARKER EASIER AND SAFER TO WORK ON Disconnect the macroline hose and unscrew the inline ig regulator from the Etha body as detailed in the 5 3 inline regul
46. he trigger pin removed carefully rotate the trigger forwards and slide it out of the frame SEE FIGURE 21D making sure not to damage to micro switch The trigger has now been removed for cleaning CONTINUED To replace the trigger tilt the trigger forwards inside the trigger guard and slide the trigger into the frame wo SEE FIGLIRE 21 making sure not to damage micro switch 1 Align the trigger pin hole in the trigger with the trigger pin hole in the frame SEE FIGURE 21 then insert USER INTERFACE the trigger pin into the frame making sure the trigger A 5 ihe E is centred the frame SEE FIGURE 210 N 4 OUO Using a 1 16 hex key tighten the trigger pin retaining screw to lock the trigger pin in place Replace the two grip panels and tighten the retaining screws into the frame using a 5 64 hex key SEE FIGURE 21H FIG ZIF AWARNINGIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IF YOU ARE AT ALL UNSURE OF PERFORMING pris MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTRE E THE SOLENOID MANIFOLD E aA AWARNINGIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII DE GAS YOUR MARKER DISCHARGING ANY STORED GAS IN A SAFE DIRECTION AND REMOVE THE BARREL LOADER AIR SYSTEM AND ANY PAINTBALLS T MAKE THE MARKER EASIER AND SAFER TO WORK ON There is NO need to remove the solenoid valve
47. hen the Etha will power off E FIRING THE tih If the Break Beam Sensor System is enabled the BBSS is automatically enabled on power up and there is 4 a paintball the breech pulling the trigger will fire EE the Etha If the Break Beam Sensor System BBSS IS Le E disabled the Etha will fire whenever the trigger is pulled regardless of whether a paintball is in the breech or not The entire firing sequence is controlled electronically by the Etha circuit board and solenoid valve enabling any user to achieve high rates of fire easily THE CIRCUIT BOARD here are three sockets on the Etha circuit board the BBSS connector 2 the solenoid valve connector EN and the micro switch connector EE There is a tournament lock button towards the ES base of the board Information on the tournament lock button functionality can be found on page 29 SEE FIGURE 1B i 45 LEE LIH USING THE BREAK BEAM E SENSOR SYSTEM CONTENTS The Break Beam Sensor System referred to elsewhere INTRODUCTION in this manual as BBSS is used to detect when paintball is ready to be fired from the Etha If no paintball is ready then the BBSS will inhibit the Etha from firing This prevents the Etha from chopping USING THE ETHA paintballs that are not fully loaded into the marker When the Etha is powered up the BBSS is a IM automatically enabled The current st
48. ing poppet is held in its forward position by FIG 5B 2222 the firing poppet spring keeping the bolt guide sealed When the trigger is pulled an electrical signal is sent to the solenoid which directs a supply of air to the rear of the firing poppet SEE FIGURE 5B The force of this gas is greater than the spring tension pushing the firing poppet forward and the firing poppet is pushed back to its SOLENOID rear position In the bolt guide this opens the exhaust port to the bolt and seals off the supply port from the inline regulator The gas pressure in the bolt guide forces the bolt forward overcoming the spring tension from the bolt spring this pushes a ball into the breach and closes off the feed tube The internal stem of the bolt is pushed out of the bolt guide which then fully opens the exhaust port allowing the pressurized gas in the bolt guide to exhaust through the bolt propelling a ball SEE FIGURE 50 As the bolt guide volume empties the force pushing the bolt forwards decreases and the bolt spring starts to push the bolt back into the bolt guide exhaust port The spring continues to push the bolt back up to its rest position against the rear bolt bumper SEE FIGURE 5D FNOI The solenoid continues to hold the firing poppet in its rear I position until the Dwell time expires When this expires the solenoid exhausts the supply of air from the rear of the firing poppet removing the force hold
49. ing the firing poppet in this position The firing poppet spring forces the firing poppet forwards closing the exhaust port and opening the supply from the inline regulator SEE FIGURE FIG 5E x The bolt guide begins to fill with pressurised gas The Etha has now completed a full cycle MEE SETTING LJP THE ETHA E Before you can begin to use your Etha you will need to B attach a barrel an air system and a paintball loader EUN INSTALLING A BARREL ANWARNING MAKE SURE THE MARKER IS TURNED OFF AND THAT NO PAINTBALLS ARE IN THE MARKER OR LOADER BEFORE INSTALLING A BARREL UG i EE 4 Every Etha comes complete with an Eclipse Shaft4 LAE barrel see page 13 rox To install the Shaft4 barrel firstly screw the barrel tip I 900 and barrel back sections together The threads on the X barrel tip are reverse threaded to screw the two sections together with the barrel pointing away from _ eee you turn the barrel tip in a clockwise direction SEE 22 FIGURE 64A E S Ne ES 7 While pointing the Etha marker in a safe direction A c eg p 2 5 insert the assembled Shaft4 barrel into the front of ND TA the Etha body and screw the Shaft4 barrel into the Etha E in a counter clockwise direction Continue to screw E the Shaft4 barrel into the Etha body until the barrel E becomes tight in the body DO NOT over tighten the barrel S
50. inline regulator to fix a supercharging issue turn to page 38 to the ADVANCED SL3 INLINE REGULATOR MAINTENANCE section If you are not fixing supercharging issue then there is no need to perform this advanced maintenance procedure Re install the adjuster assembly into the bottom section of the inline regulator threaded end first Apply light pressure to the top of the adjuster assembly while using a 1 8 hex turn the adjuster screw counter clockwise until is stops at the base of the inline regulator GEE FIGURE 156 Then turn the adjuster screw back in 2 turns to set an inline regulator output pressure that will not damage the marker when it is gassed up Take the piston inspect for damage and clean the 016 NBR70O o ring at the top re lubricating it with a light application of Eclipse Grease SEE FIGURE 15H Place the inline regulator spring over the piston then insert the piston and spring into the top of the inline regulator top section SEE FIGURE 1501 Holding the piston and spring in place screw the top and bottom sections of the inline regulator together Screw the inline regulator onto the Etha body in a counter clockwise direction SEE FIGURE 154 then re connect the macroline hose to the fitting on the regulator swivel Basic cleaning of the inline regulator is complete if any o rings are damaged then replace them Extra o rings available in parts kits available at www planeteclipse com
51. ively register online at www planeteclipse com G OUDE CONTENTS INTRODUCTION QUICK SET UP ORIENTATION USING THE ETHA USER INTERFAGE MAINTENANCE FAULT FINDING PARTS LIST SERVICE CENTRES INDEX WELCOME TO PLANET ECLIPSE Over the last 20 years Planet Eclipse and Paintball have changed and evolved beyond belief From humble beginnings in a rundown store on Deansgate in the heart of Manchester city centre to a new purpose built facility in Manchester England We at Planet Eclipse have stayed true to the core values that we have always fought hard to uphold These values are more than just words they are what we believe as a company employees and as players We want the equipment that we produce to be the best that it can be and we will not compromise on quality or shy away from research or innovation No matter if you are playing in the woods down at your local paintball site or if you are competing at the World Cup of Paintball for big money prizes you should demand the very best for your money and that is what we aim to deliver backed up with award winning customer service and support No matter who you are a player from a championship winning pro team or a recreational scenario team we feel every loss and will celebrate your every victory Get more Ledz Director Planet Eclipse Ltd THE PLANET ECLIPSE PAINTBALL MARKER Making a paintball marker tha
52. keeping the barrel facing away from any persons within firing range then tip out any paintballs within the breech SEE FIGURE 12E Next remove the barrel blocking device and unscrew the barrel SEE FIGURE 1 2F Remove paintballs within the barrel The Eclipse Etha has now been unloaded and Is ready for storage instruction on using the Eclipse barrel sock can be found on the sock warning label FIG 12D x M FIG 12F x n m An 2 00 ae ae m p A CONTENTS INTRODUCTION MAINTENANCE FAULT FINDING STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION CAUTION NEVER CARRY YOUR ECLIPSE ETHA UN CASED 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 A REAL FIREARM FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY AND TO PROTECT THE IMAGE OF PAINTBALL ALWAYS CARRY THE ECLIPSE ETHA OR ANY OTHER PAINTBALL MARKER IN A SUITABLE MARKER CASE SUCH AS THE ONE IN WHICH IT WAS SUPPLIED Your Eclipse Etha must be clear of all paint and propellant during transportation or storage Ri K a e Make sure the marker is clean of any paint residue dirt and moisture uw 4 E CN Sets Store your Eclipse Etha in a clean cool dry place a Keep your Eclipse Etha away from any unauthorized and unsafe users It may be a good idea to remove the battery when storing your Eclipse Etha to prevent unauthorized use B
53. ld of play Never point the Etha at anything you do not intend to shoot Do not shoot at persons within close range Do not field strip or remove any parts while the marker is pressurised Do not pressurise the Etha without the bolt system correctly installed as high pressure gas will be emitted Do not fire the Etha without the bolt system correctly installed Never put your finger or any foreign objects into the paintball feed tube of the Etha Never allow pressurised gas to come into contact with any part of your body Always remove the first stage regulator and relieve all residual gas pressure from the Etha before disassembly Always remove the first stage regulator and relieve all residual gas pressure from the Etha for transport and storage A WARNING ADHERE STRICTLY TO THESE AND ALL OTHER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND GUIDELINES 22 Always follow guidelines given with your first stage regulator for safe transportation and storage 23 Always store the Etha in a secure place Persons under 18 years of age must have adult supervision when using or handling the Etha 24 Observe all local and national laws regulations and guidelines 25 Use only professional paintball fields where codes of safety are strictly enforced 26 Use compressed air nitrogen only DO NOT use any other compressed gas or pressurised liquid including CO2 2 7 Always follow instructions warnings and guidelines giv
54. ll a new battery please contact your nearest Eclipse Service Centre Ensure that all of the wires are within the recess of the frame and not trapped in the micro switch or trigger spring then replace the grip panel and tighten the countersunk screw using the 5 64 2mm hex key DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN THE GRIP SCREW Do not use rechargeable batteries or low quality batteries Some brands 9V batteries may be too large for the Etha battery compartment in the grip frame When installing a 9V battery if it does not fit correctly do not force the battery into place as the frame or battery connector may be damaged as a result INTRODUCTION E THE PAINTBALL MARKER CLAMPING LEVER BOLT SYSTEM FEED NECK BODY PLUG GRIP PANEL LEFT SL3 INLINE REGULATOR ASSEMBLY GRIP PANEL RIGHT BBSS COVER SCREW BBSS COVER SOLENOID ASSEMBLY MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY 9 e CIRCUIT BOARD OOPS ASSEMBLY MACROLINE TRIGGER MANIFOLD RETAINING SCREW FRAME SCREW GRIP SCREW THE SHAFT4 BARREL Q NEK GUIDE The Eclipse Etha comes as standard with an Eclipse Shaft4 barrel CONTENTS The barrel screws into the front of the Etha using a right hand thread meaning that if you hold the Etha pointing away from you the barrel screws into the body in a counter clockwise direction GUDU NN USING THE ETHA QUICK SET UP USER INTERFAGE The barrel comprises of two parts a barrel back and a barrel tip The two E parts
55. lve SEE FIGURE 23 is Non Serviceable Any attempt to strip or service the Etha solenoid valve will immediately void your If you experience any issue with your Etha solenoid valve then please contact your nearest Eclipse Service Centre for details on replacement solenoid valves a 5 See page 60 for Eclipse Service Centre details THE ON OFF PURGE SYSTEM OOPS AWARNING IT TTT TT TT TTT TTT TT TTT DE GAS YOUR MARKER DISCHARGING ANY STORED GAS IN A SAFE DIRECTION AND REMOVE THE BARREL LOADER AIR SYSTEM AND ANY PAINTBALLS TO MAKE THE MARKER EASIER AND SAFER TO WORK ON Having disconnected the macroline hose from the fitting on the OOPS body unscrew and remove the OOPS knob from the OOPS body SEE FIGURE 24 The push rod and o rings will now be exposed SEE FIGURE 248 Carefully slide the push rod out from either side of the OOPS body taking care not to lose the two o rings on the push rod SEE FIGURE 240 Clean off any dirt debris or moisture from the OOPS knob and the OOPS body SEE FIGURE 24D Remove the OOPS insert assembly using a 5 32 hex key SEE FIGURE 25E Remove the OOPS pin from the OOPS insert Clean and check the condition of the 007 NBR7O o ring on the outside of the OOPS insert replacing as necessary SEE FIGLIRE 25F USER INTERFACE gt CONTINUED Clean and check the condition of the single internal 005 9 o ring in the front of the OOPS insert and
56. ly use the SL3 Ego spring with the 513 inline regulator 3 f the purge poppet assembly is removed for maintenance ensure is it re installed correctly failure to do so may seriously damage the ETHA solenoid valve The macroline fitting DOES NOT need to be removed for regular maintenance THE BOLT SYSTEM Quek GUIDE CONTENTS 017 NBR7O INTRODUCTION QUICK SET UP 020 NBR7O NAT 017 NBR7O USING THE ETHA USER INTERFAGE POPPET INSERT E RL DER S 003 70 FAULT FINDING 010 NBR7O Service INDEX VALVE BODY 009 NBR7O 004 NBR7O FIRING POPPET 014 7 013 NBR7O 012 NBR7O BOLT TIP VALVE JOINER BOLT GUIDE inside the bolt is a black stem Do not attempt to remove this part from the bolt Removing this part will void the warranty of the marker THE SOLENOID ASSEMBLY 007 NBR70 O RING GASKET ae Brass FILTER 010 NBR7O O RING GASKET FU gt j Eu un te SOLENOID VALVE M3x17 MOUNTING SCREWS M2 5X5 MOUNTING SCREWS 1 Etha solenoid valve is NON SERVICEABLE Any attempt to strip dismantle or service the solenoid valve will immediately VOID THE WARRANTY For more information on the Etha solenoid valve please see page 50 w wj THE ON OFF PURGE SYSTEM OOPS GQ UI EK GUIDE Sones E CREMA eo LL 007 70 eem OOPS BODY USER INTERFACE MAINTENANCE FAULT
57. of the internal components SEE FIGURE 166 2 Inside the adjuster screw you will find a regulator i seal purge poppet and spring together these A Eu two form the purge poppet assembly SEE FIGURE 1 ie 16D Inspect and clean the regulator seal turning it 7 over if one side appears excessively worn or damaged Bor replace if necessary Inspect and clean the purge E poppet or replace if necessary Place the purge poppet and attached spring in the central hole in the regulator seal then insert these Pigs E parts into the adjuster screw SEE FIGURE 1 6E With the regulator seal purge poppet and spring EU installed back into the adjuster screw replace the ES adjuster top section SEE FIGURE 1 6F Screw the ENSE two parts tightly together using 1 8 and 3 32 hex TK keys GEE FIGURE 168 Refer to the THE SL3 INLINE REGULATOR section on page 37 to re assemble the SL3 inline regulator lif the Purge Poppet Assembly is removed for maintenance ensure that is it re installed correctly failure to do so may seriously damage the Etha solenoid valve att d d FIG 16E p 18 Wz Bric ise 2 CLEANING THE BOLT SYSTEM A WARNING I IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII DE GAS YOUR MARKER DISCHARGING ANY STORED GAS IN A SAFE DIRECTION AND REMOVE THE BARREL LOADER AIR SYSTEM AND ANY PAINTBALLS TO MAKE THE MARKER EASIER AND SAFER TO WORK ON Insert a 1 4 hex ke
58. of 2299 where to send your Etha to be repaired or serviced If your local Eclipse dealer can t assist you why not 9 contact your nearest Certified Eclipse Service Centre and arrange to send it into them to undertake any 2 work that you require map listing all of our Service Centres their x 4 44 contact details be found in the SUPPORT section E of the Planet Eclipse web site at pri ONE www planeteclipse com site service centres eL E T Ust FOR ANY TECHNICAL SUPPORT OR Ld CUSTOMER SERVICE ENQUIRIES PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE REGISTERED YOUR PRODUCT WHERE APPLICABLE USING THE WARRANTY CARD IN THIS MANUAL OR ONLINE PRIOR TO CONTACTING THE E APPROPRIATE REPRESENTATIVE IN YOUR REGION yop rh j ER as CN T 1 JP Ly i CONTENTS ECLIPSE GREASE ECLIPSE OIL ECLIPSE SHAFT4 BARREL KITS INTRODUCTION The recommended grease for use The recommended oil for use in A 2 piece Barrel Bore kit Sule in all maintenance and servicing all maintenance and servicing includes 685 amp 691 Barrel procedures that require grease procedures that require oil Backs and a single 16 Barrel Front kit COLOURS SUBJECT TO USING THE ETHA AVAILABILITY MAINTENANCE a ge ECLIPSE RAIL MOUNTING KIT d This lightweight free floating rail mounting kit allows you to adapt CU uM the Eclipse Etha to virtually any environment
59. onsole 69 Select Button 36 Pushbutton 43 Inline Regulator Top 44 Inline Regulator Top o ring 45 Inline Regulator Piston 46 Inline Regulator Piston o ring 47 Inline Regulator Spring 52 58 59 0 62 63 C4 Macroline Hose Straight Macroline Fitting OOPS Knob OOPS Body OOPS Insert OOPS Insert External o ring OOPS Insert Internal o ring OOPS Pin OOPS Push Rod Clamping Lever Feed Neck Long Feed Screw Feed Swivel Body Body Plug Purge Poppet Assembly Short Feed Screw USER INTERFAGE 5 DE CONTENTS INTRODUCTION QUICK SET UP MAINTENANCE FAULT FINDING SERVICE CENTRES INDEX 48 Inline Regulator Adjuster Assembly e Frame Screw 49 Inline Regulator Adjuster o ring 22 Solenoid Valve 23 Solenoid Manifold 25 Micro switch Retaining Clip 26 Micro switch 50 Inline Regulator Adjuster Internal o ring 51 Inline Regulator Swivel 52 Inline Regulator Bottom 53 Inline Regulator Bottom o ring 54 Inline Regulator Seal 28 Trigger Adjuster Screw 90 Degree Macroline Fitting MANIFOLD SCREWS M2 5 x 5 CAP HEAD SOCKET SOLENOID SCREWS x 17 BUTTON HEAD CROSS GRIP SCREW 2 BBSS COVER SCREW 2 6 32UNC x 5 16 COUNTERSUNK SOCKET SHORT FEED NECK SCREW 10 32UNF x 1 2 CAP HEAD SOCKET LONG FEED NECK SCREW 10 32UNF x 5 8 CAP HEAD SOCKET TRIGGER SPRING RETAININ
60. set the control parameters to the factory settings aS see page 33 d Check the inline regulator adjuster screw is set to 21 2 i turns clockwise from its maximum output counter ebd T ES position SEE FIGURE 24A This will ensure the inline regulator is set to an output pressure _ that will not damage the Etha when supplied with 5 compressed air nitrogen see page 26 for more de information on the inline regulator REPLACING THE BATTERY Ensure that the Etha is switched off Place the marker on a flat surface in front of you with the feed tube furthest away from you and the barrel pointing to the right Using a 5 64 2mm hex key remove the countersunk screw towards the bottom of the frame that holds the grip panel onto the frame Lift the grip panel up to expose the electronics within the frame Remove the existing 9 volt battery by sliding your finger into the recess provided below the battery and gently lever the battery out of the frame SEE FIGURE On top of the battery you will see the battery connector that is used to connect the battery to the circuit board Gently separate the battery connector from the battery so that the existing battery can be disposed of responsibly then taking a new 9 volt Alkaline battery type PP3 6LR61 MN1064 connect it to the battery connector SEE FIGLIRE 3B The battery will only connect to the battery connector one way If you are unsure of how to insta
61. spare parts FIG ZZE CONTINUED Check the front face of the solenoid manifold to ensure that it is also free from damage or debris SEE FIGLIRE 22F Inspect and clean the solenoid valve removing moisture dirt and debris paying particular attention to the top sealing surface and exhaust ports SEE FIGURE 220 DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE THE SOLENOID VALVE UNIT OR THE USER WARRANTY WILL BE VOIDED IF THE SOLENOID IS DAMAGED IT WILL NEED TO BE REPLACED WITH A NEW UNIT Hold the solenoid valve onto the front face of the solenoid manifold ensuring the small solenoid gasket is still in place Lining up the two screw holes screw the solenoid valve retaining screws into the solenoid manifold SEE FIGURE 22H Hold the solenoid manifold onto the bottom of the Etha body taking care to line it up correctly with the screw holes in the body and to avoid pinching the BBSS wires underneath it Use a 5 64 hex key to tighten the two screws that hold the solenoid manifold onto the Etha body SEE FIGURE 221 You have now successfully stripped and cleaned your Etha solenoid assembly DO NOT over tighten retaining screws doing so may strip the threads or damage the part being retained AWARNINGI HTT TTT TTT TTT TTT TTT IF YOU ARE AT ALL UNSURE OF PERFORMING A MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTRE CONTENTS INTRODUCTION THE SOLENOID VALVE 4 The Etha solenoid va
62. t has the core attributes of a Planet Eclipse product but at a price point that makes it affordable for a player on virtually any budget is a huge ask We have always strived to ensure that the quality feel reliability and level of customer support that players come to expect from Planet Eclipse are present in every one of our products and that is exactly what we expect you to find with the Eclipse Etha The Etha is not only constructed using the same high quality aluminium stainless steel and composite materials that you will find used in the rest of the Eclipse range of paintball markers but is also manufactured assembled and tested using the exact same quality control principles and procedures that have been developed on Eclipse markers over the last 20 years We believe that compromise is just not acceptable when it comes to quality reliability and testing Be it a Rec level Eclipse marker such as the Etha or the very pinnacle of our product line the SL marker series there are some things that are priceless to us These are just some of them INCLUDED WITH THE MARKER QUN EK Gow DE 1 2 14 5 Eclipse Barrel CONTENTS 1x Eclipse Tool Tube INTRODUCTION 1x Eclipse Barrel Sock 22 1x Manual with Warranty Card Insert 1x Tube of Eclipse Grease 1x 9V battery OPERARI 1x Spares Baggy FAULT FINDING ORIENTATION USING THE ETHA USER INTERFACE PARTS LIST SERVICE CENTRES MARKER SPECIFICATIONS IND
63. talling a new battery see page 11 The colour of this flash may vary depending on the region the marker has originally been purchased ANWARNING IHTTTITT TL LT M T 111 WHEN THE BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR IS BEING DISPLAYED THE MARKER IS STILL ON AND WILL FIRE IF THE TRIGGER IS PULLED DEPENDANT ON THE CONDITION OF THE BBSS THE SET UP MODE The set up mode can only be entered if the tournament lock is off See page 29 for details on the tournament lock To activate the set up mode firstly ensure that the Etha is switched off Pull and hold the trigger down and whilst the trigger 15 still pulled push and hold the 1 button until the LED on the navigation console flashes white to indicate entry into the set up mode Release the trigger and the D button the LED on the navigation console will turn red to indicate the first set up parameter Press the D button to scroll through each of the set up parameters COLOUR PARAMETER RANGE Red Firing Mode Green Maximum ROF 4 0 bps to 15 0 with BBSS on bps capped modes 4 0 bps to 15 0 bps only Maximum ROF with BBSS 4 0 ms to 15 0 ms Cight Blue 11910 Blue To see the value of the selected parameter pull and quickly release the trigger The value will be indicated in units long flashes and then tenths short flashes on the LED display in the colour of the selected parameter E g A Dwell of 14 5ms would be indicated as follows 14 LONG FLASHES OF A PURP
64. y into the back of the Etha body and unscrew the bolt system assembly from the Etha body SEE FIGURE 1 7 When the bolt system assembly reaches the end of the threads pull the assembly out of the Etha body SEE FIGURE 17B Slide the bolt and spring off the bolt guide SEE FIGURE 170 Then slide the bolt spring off the bolt SEE FIGURE 1 70 Remove any paint or debris on the bolt spring and inspect it for damage or excessive wear if necessary replace the bolt spring Now clean the bolt using a cotton bud or soft cloth SEE FIGURE 17E removing any old grease paint or debris on the outside or inside the bolt t Inspect the bolt for damage or excessive wear paying close attention to the rubber bolt tip SEE FIGURE 1 7 Replace the bolt tip if there is evidence of damage or excessive wear To do this slide a pick between the bolt tip and bolt SEE FIGURE 17F then slide the pick under the bolt tip and lever the bolt tip off the bolt SEE FIGURE 170 To attach a new bolt tip stretch the new tip around the edge of the bolt SEE FIGURE 17H and then push the bolt tip onto the bolt until it locates in the groove on the bolt The back of the bolt tip should be flush with the bolt Slide the bolt spring over the bolt to reassemble the bolt sub assembly Inside the bolt is a black stem do not attempt to remove this part from the bolt Removing this part will void the warranty of the Etha FIG 17C o

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