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1. ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME 4 Turn the trigger frame ON by pressing the mode button at the back of the trigger frame one time the green LED should light up This signifies that the marker is in SEMI shot mode Pressing the MODE button again will put the marker in 3 BURST mode Pressing MODE one more time will put the marker in FULL AUTO mode To turn off the trigger frame press and hold the MODE button for a few seconds until ALL LEDs are off 5 Make sure the safe switch is in the SAFE position On the EVO EVO GOLD push the switch to the right to turn safe ON or the left to put marker in active firing mode On the LT and PLUTO press the button on the trigger frame to the right for SAFE ON and to the LEFT red ring should be visible on the button for SAFE OFF SAFETY SAFETY OFF oe x E 00 7 HL T a PI c su 6 Attach threaded barrel firmly to marker 7 Atthis time do not attach power source or loader and do not load any paintballs into the marker 0 Insert barrel plug firmly into the barrel 9 Pull the cocking handle top of marker body as illustrated straight back until the cocking mechanism locks back in the cocked position COCKED d UN COCKED wis Ds wig nna MARS PLUTO SERIES 4 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME 10 Turn the safety switch to the FIRE position and then squeeze the trigger with an even pressure The cocking knob
2. ow E 2 ge A9 E 7 JAPIMOTECHY in AN WARNING ARMOTECH PAINTBALL MARKERS ARE NOT A TOY ANY MISUSE MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH THE USER AND ANY PERSON WITHIN RANGE MUST WEAR EYE PROTECTION DESIGNED FOR PAINTBALL USE READ THIS OWNER S M ANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE LOADING PRESSURIZING OR OPERATING YOUR ARM OTECH PAINTBALL M ARKER This paintball marker Is intended for sale to adults only for use In compliance with all applicable laws and regulations Adult supervision is recommended at all times whenever a minor is handling this paintball marker All persons within range MUST wear protective goggles amp headgear specifically designed for paintball when a paintball marker is in use Paintball safety rules must be followed at all times Tactical Markers Paintball Markers Equipment Supplies www tacticalmarkers com Tel 1 856 753 2662 Fax 1856 753 5758 sales tacticalmarkers com online help forum http team tacticalmarkers com board ARMOTECH MARS EVO OWNER S MANUAL Compiled for ARMOTECH International by J ohn L R Dovale Dangerous Enterprises Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 Paintball Safety Rules1 Operating Instructions 3 Compressed Air Gas 6 CO2 Safety Velocity PSI Adjust 10 E Trigger Operations 13 CHAPTER 2 MARS Series Marker Specifications 15 EVO Parts amp Diag 16 LT Parts amp Diag 18 Pluto Parts amp Diag 20 Maintenance amp Lubrication 21 Cup Seal Maint 26
3. CHAPTER 3 Troubleshooting 127 Tips Hints n Tricks from our forum Warranty Info 32 This owner s manual is provided with several models of the MARS series paintball marker Armotech Inc reserves the right to modify or change its markers without incurring obligation to incorporate such modifications or changes in any of its products that were sold prior to the modification The information in this owners manual may be updated or changed without notice his owner s manual is intended to remain with the paintball marker upon any subsequent transfer of the marker whether through sale resale or furnishing in any manner Tactical Markers Paintball Markers Equipment Supplies www tacticalmarkers com Tel 1856 753 2662 Fax 1 856 753 5758 online help forum http team tacticalmarkers com board ARMOTECH MARS EVO OWNER S MANUAL Compiled for ARMOTECH International by J ohn L R Dovale Dangerous Enterprises Sales tacticalmarkers com ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME Chapter Paintball Safety Rules Safety First A WARNING ARMOTECH PAINTBALL MARKERS ARE NOTA TOY ANY MISUSE MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH THE USER AND ANY PERSON WITHIN RANGE MUST WEAR EYE PROTECTION DESIGNED FOR PAINTBALL USE READ THIS OWNERS S MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE LOADING PRESSURIZING OR YOUR ARM OTECH PAINTBALL MARKER Always wear protective goggles amp headgear designed for paintball whe
4. THE CHEMICAL WILL ERODE THE ORINGS RECOMMENDED LIST OF ITEMS WHICH SHOULD BE KEPT AS SPARES OR REPLACEMENT PARTS e Teflon or Urethane O rings Rubber bottle and ASA O rings ARMOTECH spare parts spring kit Extra 9v rechargeable battery if you have an etrigger Replacement cup seal original or a black magic MARS PLUTO SERIES 26 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME CUP SEAL MAINTENANCE REMOVE VALVE STEM REMOVE SPRING AND CUP SEAL PART 43 PART 45 46 v hh hA fDDPI BARARAAAAAAAR DO NOT LOOSE CUP SEAL GUIDE LUBE O RING IF THERE IS A LEAK REPLACE CUP SEAL WITH A BLACK MAGIC CUP SEAL PART 45 1 Unscrew the VOLUMIZER counterclockwise Make sure there is NO air source on the marker 2 REMOVE Spring Cupseal Valve Stem Assembly 3 Service CUPSEAL as required 4 Reassemble Remember to lube the Volumizer o ring IF BARREL LEAK PRESISTS REMOVE TRIGGER FRAME AND ADJUST THE VALVE SCREW BY UNSCREWING IT ABQUT 1 2 TO 3 4 TURNS bh _ REMEMBER TO LUBE THE VALVE O RINGS IF YOU REM OVED AND REPLACED THE VALVE MARS PLUTO SERIES 27 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME Chapter Troubleshooting Tips Hints n Tricks e Marker not firing O Check to ensure there is a 9 v battery in the e trigger frame M ARS EVO EVO GOLD ONLY and that is connected and has a fresh charge Check to ensure the trigger frame is ON by pressing the mode switch
5. Always follow the manufacturer s warnings listed on the 602 source for handling and storage MARS PLUTO SERIES 7 Figure 5 Safety burst disk ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME SAFETY RULES FOR HANDLING COMPRESSED AIR OR GAS MUST BE FOLLOWED AT ALL TIMES OPERATING PRESSURES AND INPUT PRESSURE Operating pressure range 450 p s i to 1150 p s i Although some markers have been known to operate at pressures as low as 330 p s i or pressures over 1200 p s i it is recommended that the specified operating pressure of the Armotech marker be used in order to avoid problems Never exceed recommended pressures as this may be dangerous to you and damaging to the marker Refer to the section on regulating input pressures for the EVO EVO GOLD and LT marker models There is further information on the different expansion chambers on each of these markers in the ANNEX Do not leave a pressurized marker or cylinder in direct sunlight or exposed heat source Increased temperatures will increase the internal pressure of the compressed gas or air and could cause problems VALVE CYLINDER CONNECTION The Valve on a cylinder is to remain screwed into the cylinder Should it loosen the cylinder may detach from the valve with an extremely dangerous force Every time a cylinder is filled the connection between the valve and cylinder must be inspected If any looseness or leak is detected between the valve and the cylinder do
6. Trigger Frame with semi 3 burst and full automatic modes Adjustable rate of fire from 6 bps to 13 bps Quickstrip Field Maintenance Rear Velocity Adjustment Low Pressure Expansion Chamber System Integrated X Chamber Regulator Multi Stage CO2 X Chamber Volumizer bullet shaped Bottom Line ASA Adapter Drop Forward Braided High Pressure Lines Standard 14 1 piece barrel ported LED display on trigger frame Top Cocking Blowback Vertical Ball Feed Angel Style Ball Bearing Ball Detent Pressure Gauge mini 689 Caliber Bore MARS PLUTO SERIES 15 Chapter ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME Parts Listing amp Diagrams EVO EVO GOLD M i A 8 WA 5 Aluminum 1 Piece Venturi Bolt 15 Vertical ASA Threaded Section 16 Internal Valve Pin Airflow Assembly 17 Screw On Regulator ASA Section 18 Regulator Bottom Section 19 Reverse Thread xchamber section 20 X Chamber with braided hose adapter 13 Velocity Locking Hex 14 ASA Adapter Body MARS PLUTO SERIES 16 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME 12 Volumizer Adapter 35 Sear Adjustment Screw Hex 36 Automatic Trigger Solenoid 47 Valve O rings not shown 48 Turbo Valve Assembly 49 Drop Forward Securing Hex Screws 50 Bottom line ASA Adapter 51 Bottom line Pressure Cap O ring 52 Pressure Gauge ns 56 Cocking Pin Spring Retainer Lug 0 14 Vert ASA Body O Ring 2 1 Powerfeed Adjuster
7. not fill Drain the cylinder and have it inspected by qualified persons During filling if any looseness or leak is detected between the valve and the cylinder filling should be stopped and the cylinder should immediately be drained to avoid problems FILLING COMPRESSED AIR GAS An overfill of any compressed air or gas cylinder can cause the safety burst disk on the cylinder to rupture A cylinder may rupture with excessive force Use properly rated disk only for the burst disk MARS PLUTO SERIES 8 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME e A scale must be used for ALL CO2 fills to prevent an overfill A pressure gauge must be used for all compressed gas or air fills to prevent overfills e Manycylinders are required to have US Department of Transportation hydrostatic tests done at periodic intervals This interval varies depending on the cylinder type The date of the cylinder s initial or last testing appears on the cylinder Out of date cylinders should not be used e Installing the Gas Air Power Source o Make sure the BARREL PLUG is placed in the barrel o Putthe trigger frame on SAFE o Screw the compressed air gas source into the ASA Bottom line Adapter o Tighten until you feel a solid stop o Turn the gas air on if it has an on off valve otherwise it should be active and ready to go o Donotstore the marker with power source installed and full e Removing the Gas Air Power Source o Always remove power sou
8. should snap forward into the un cocked position You have just dryfired your Armotech marker Do this a few times until you are comfortable with this operation and the feel of the marker when cocking and firing it 1 m Using the supplied hex wrench make certain to properly tighten all screws on your marker These include the trigger frame the secure positioning screws on the powerfeed and the lug inside the back of the bolt which secures the cocking pin Do not overtighten and take care not to strip ANY of these screws Tighten the screw holding the cocking pin enough to still allow manual removal of the cocking pin with minimal force DO NOT TIGHTEN THIS ALL THE WAY DOWN IT CAN CAUSE DAM AGE TO THE FIELD STRIP COCKING PIN 1 N Attach the loader or hopper to the vertical powerfeed by slowly turning it clockwise while applying a slight downward pressure Some loaders may require their feed necks to be Sandpapered in order for them to fit properly into the powerfeed of the marker Please hold the marker by the powerfeed when inserting the loader to avoid stressing or twisting the powerfeed itself Ay WARNING Use 68 caliber paintballs only Never reuse ammunition Use of any other ammunition can cause injury to you and or others or damage to the paintball marker Do not remove or replace the POWER FEED PORT MARS PLUTO SERIES 5 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME Compressed Air Gas A W
9. the back on the receiver marker body On the Armotech EVO marker this velocity adjuster can be turned by hand easily once the locking retainer screw is loosened e The illustrations below show how to adjust the velocity screw Bh TURN CLOCKWISE TO INCREASE VELOCITY TURN COUNTERCLOCKWISE TO DECREASE VELOCITY MARS PLUTO SERIES 10 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME To adjust velocity after loosening the locking retainer screw turn the velocity screw clockwise in turn increments To decrease velocities turn the velocity screw counter clockwise Once the desired velocity has been reached lock the velocity screw in place Note velocity may fluctuate depending on factors such as altitude type of power source used and climate conditions Before using your marker make sure to perform a safe velocity test Use a chronograph and let s ensure we are within the safely allowable velocity range Velocity should NEVER exceed 300 f p s Some paintball fields may require your marker to be set under 300 f p s Once you have achieved the proper velocity setting you can lock it in place with the Velocity Locking Screw Velocity of the marker can also be affected or controlled by the settings of the regulated air gas supply On the Armotech MARS EVO EVO GOLD the regulator is adjusted from a hex screw on the bottom of the xchamber On the LT the regulator adjustment screw is located on the bottom line ASA adapter j
10. trigger frame If you have a battery in the etrigger turn it on and fire the trigger while pressing on the striker to force it past the sear If you do not have a battery in the e trigger system use a tool to depress the solenoid plate part 36 forward and lower the sear long enough to pass the striker into the marker e Once the striker is inserted insert the striker buffer into the marker and insert the striker spring into the center of the buffer until it contacts with the striker itself e Replace the Velocity Adjustment Cap MARS PLUTO SERIES 25 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME e Re insert the venturi bolt make sure that the grooved section on the front side of the bolt is on the LEFT This is the groove for the ball detent Inserting the bolt incorrectly can damage the bolt as well as other intemals of the marker Slide the bolt as far in as possible e Make sure you can see the cocking pin alignment hole at the top of the bolt Insert the cocking pin and move the bolt slowly until you feel it align with the cocking handle alignment hole for the striker e Once the pin is in it will stick out only about to 1 2 inch at the top of the marker You should be able to cock the marker and feel the tension of the spring If not try aligning it more carefully e Once this task is completed you have successfully maintained the core section of your marker e NEVER LET PAINT RESIDUE SIT IN THE MARKER OVERNIGHT
11. 00 PSI MARS PLUTO SERIES 19 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME 1 Lightweight Aluminum Milled Receiver Body 2 Composite Semi Trigger Frame 3 Quickstrip Field Maintenance 4 Rear Velocity Adjustment 2 Low Pressure Expansion Chamber System 6 Integrated Bottomline Regulator 7 Multi Stage CO2 X Chamber 0 Volumizer bullet shaped 9 Bottom Line ASA Adapter 10 Drop Forward ll Braided High Pressure Lines 12 Standard 14 1 piece barrel ported 13 Top Cocking Blowback 14 vertical Ball Feed 15 Angel Style Ball Bearing Ball Detent 16 Pressure Gauge mini 1 689 Caliber Bore MARS PLUTO SERIES 20 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME Parts Listing Pluto MARS PLUTO SERIES 21 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME Maintenance Cleaning and Lubrication The Armotech marker should be cleaned and lubricated after every usage to ensure proper function and longevity of the product NOTE It is not necessary to disassemble the ENTIRE MARKER to perform standard maintenance and lubrication tasks DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OTHER AREAS OF THE MARKER UNLESS YOU ARE AN EXPERIENCED AIRSMITH OR HAVE BEEN ASKED TO DO SO BY AUTHORIZED ARMOTECH SERVICE TECHNICIANS TIGHTENING SCREWS e Armotech ships all markers only lubed with machine oil and with most of the screws lightly tightened to allows for expansion and contracting from changes of temperature and pressure during shipping pr
12. 1 time EVO amp EVO GOLD Check to ensure the safe switch is in LIVE FIRE mode switched to the left ALL MODELS Check to ensure the marker is cocked Check to ensure that the attached power source bottle has sufficient compressed air gas in it to power the marker Min pressure required is 450 p s i e heara hissing sound when attach the power source O Check the o ring on the air supply bottle it may not look worn but could be and will leak If leak is not at bottle attachment check the airhose connections to ensure they are not leaking If they are they may require tightening Remove the expansion chamber from the marker prior to tightening these fittings Use proper wrench forthis task to avoid damage to marker or fittings MARS PLUTO SERIES 28 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME If leak is not at the hose check the o ings on the expansion chamber to ensure they are not damaged Check the o ings on the volumizer to ensure it is not damaged or leaking If none of these sections are leaking check the cup seal to make sure it is sitting properly against the valve In most cases the first leak that you will encounter will be at the bottom line oring on the air supply bottle The other most common leak that could occur after some time is the cup seal This is easily replaced with an Armotech cup seal or any spyder compatible equivalent the BLACK MAGIC cup seal is highly recommended to cure cup se
13. 2 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME Warranty Information REPAIR SERVICE If your paintball marker needs repair we recommend that you take or send it to an Authorized Service Station or send it to SpeedPaintball Co Ltd ARMOTEGH For an Authorized Service Station near you call Customer Service at 1 877 607 2255 International customers should contact their distributor DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE IT OTHER THAN AS INSTRUCTED IN THE MANUAL FOR REMOVING PAINTBALLS CLEANING OR OILING Your paintball marker requires special tools and fixtures to repair it If you take it apart you probably will not be able to reassemble it correctly SpeedPaintball Co Ltd ARMOTECH assumes no warranty responsibility under such circumstances LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY This product is warranted to the retail consumer for one year from date of retail purchase against defects in material and workmanship and is transferable To register the serial number of your paintball marker please return the Product Registration form found in your owner s manual packet The warranty is not conditioned on the return of the card WHAT IS COVERED Replacement parts and labor Transportation charges to consumer for repaired product WHAT IS NOT COVERED Transportation charges to SpeedPainthall Co Ltd ARMOTECH for defective product Damages caused by abuse or failure to perform normal maintenance See Step 7 Any other expense CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCIDE
14. ARNING The power system contains compressed gas or air when pressurized Never disassemble the marker until removing ALL the gas or air from the power system Always keep hands away from escaping CO2 gas It can cause frostbite if allowed to come in contact with Skin e Before attaching any air or gas power source read and understand this section of the owner s manual Follow safety rules for handling compressed air gas If any leaks occur in the power system refer to troubleshooting section or Armotech support Use only cylinders for compressed gas or air that comply with all applicable laws and regulations including but not limited to those of the US dept of transportation OSHA Compressed Gas Association and or American Society for Testing and Materials e VERTICAL AIR The power source is attached by screwing the threads of the tank or power source adapter into the threaded ASA in front of the trigger frame PLUTO e BOTTOM LINE The power source 15 attached by screwing the threads of the tank or power source adapter into the threaded bottom line ASA at the base of the grip or on the drop forward EVO e When cocking the pressurized marker do not release the cocking if 3 ii exa n CERT li Hur EAI H 7 n MARS PLUTO SERIES 6 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME knob until after the cocking mechanism has locked back into the cocked position The marker is now ready to fi
15. FACTURERS RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THAT PRODUCT Use warm water or Windex to clean the venture bolt and striker of any residue and dry them with a lint free cloth Once dry check the o rings for any damage or loose fit If you believe the o ring to be damaged or fitting loosely replace it immediately Do not use the rubber bottle o ings on your striker or barrel Use only the Urethane or Teflon o ings for this purpose Also check the o ring on the velocity adjuster cap to ensure it s not damaged Before re assembling the internals it is recommended that these be properly lubricated ONLY PAINTBALL GUN LUBRICATION 15 recommended DO NOT lubricate your intemals with WD 40 Acceptable lubricants are also TEFLON GREASE SILICON GREASE MARS PLUTO SERIES 24 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME e Lubricate ONLY the sections of the venturi bolt and striker where the oting is fitted These are the only sections which make physical contact with the sidewalls of the receiver internally e There are 2 o ings on the venturi bolt and 1 on the striker e Re insert the striker first making certain to orient it with the flat grooved section pointed down towards the trigger frame this is the section that locks the assembly in place when the marker is cocked e On inserting the striker it may seem to JAM this is the SEAR which is stopping it from passing NOTE Pull the trigger to allow the striker to bypass the sear on the SEMI
16. INE FORUM at http forum armotech com for details information on this task or request assistance from your authorized dealer In most cases the marker should arrive with all the required trigger frame settings pre adjusted to optimal operation e Armotech recommends that this marker be used with some form of agitated or force fed electronic loader ball feeder if a player plans to use burst mode or full auto mode on the trigger frame Using an electronic hopper will allow a player to shoot at a higher rate of fire Fig 5E shows the rate of fire DIP SWITCH and the various settings for the different rates of fire which the trigger frame can handle e The marker comes standard set to 6 balls per second b p s However the rate can be changed up to 13 b p s Set the rate of fire based on the rating of your loader and test it for optimal performance and minimal ball breakage o Fig 5E block A shows the settings for 6 b p s o Fig 5E block B shows the settings for 7 b p s Fig 5E block C shows the settings for 10 b p s o Fig 5E block D shows the settings for 13 b p s MARS PLUTO SERIES 14 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME POWER FEED 00 NOT REMOVE PORT CONNECTION TRIGGER GUARD ELECTRONIC DOUBLE TRIGGER WITH LCD INFORMATION DISPLAY DROP FORWARD Mars Series Marker Specifications CO CO N O UW N Lm I m 13 Lightweight Aluminum Milled Receiver Body Electronic
17. NTAL DAMAGES OR INCIDENTAL EXPENSES INCLUDING DAMAGE TO PROPERTY SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU WARRANTY CLAIMS USA and Canadian Customers Attach your name address description of problem phone number and copy of sales receipt to product Package and return to Paintballarmory com 2794 Loker Ave West Suite 106 Carlshad GA USA 92008 International Customers Please return product to your nearest distributor If you do not know your distributor please call 1 877 607 2255 and ask for our International Department for assistance IMPLIED WARRANTIES ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF RETAIL PURCHASE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SQ THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU To the extent any provision of this warranty is prohibited by federal state or municipal law which cannot be preempted it shall not be applicable This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state and country to country MARS PLUTO SERIES 33 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME SUGGESTED ITEMS FOR PROPER MAINTENANCE Flexible Squeeqee Rod Squeege with Swab on the end Cleaning cloths soft terry clot
18. al leaks There is an o ring under the pressure screw to the front of the bottom line DO NOT unscrew this If you are still experiencing a leak it could be that the regulator on the expansion chamber needs to be adjusted Follow the instructions in this manual for making those adjustments e cannot get the cocking pin out of the marker M ARS SERIES ONLY O The cocking pin is held in place by pressure exerted by a spring loaded ball bearing system This system is controlled by tightening or loosening of a hex lug on the inside rear of the bolt Remove the first hex lug and use the same hex wrench key to loosen the second lug and release pressure on the bearing just enough to allow hand emoval of the cocking pin Reinsert and tighten the other lug to keep this setting in place e cannot cock the marker O Remove the velocity adjuster cap and examine the striker pin section to ensure it is assembled properly Adjust the sear on the trigger frame to lower the sear as it may be too high hard and stopping the striker hammer from moving Check the hex screw at the back of the trigger frame as it may be too tight and causing a misalignment problem MARS PLUTO SERIES 29 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME o If this jam occurred after a ball break carefully check to ensure there is residual skin fragments of the ball stuck between the receiver housing and the barrel o Check to ensure the powerfeed is not turn
19. d upon request of any player or game official e This paintball marker operates using compressed gas or air at specified pressure ranges Follow safety procedures when handling compressed gas or air All filling of compressed gas or air cylinders must be done by qualified persons e Follow the rules of safe marker handling keep finger off the trigger until ready to shoot Keep muzzle pointed in a safe direction In addition firmly insert a barrel plug into the muzzle and push the mechanical or electronic safety to ON or SAFE when the marker is not in use and when in any non shooting area e Never shoot at domestic animals or wildlife e Never mark objects outside the confines of the game or authorized shooting areas e Never look down the barrel of a marker e Before disassembly storage or transport of this marker remove ALL paintballs from the marker barrel and loader remove power source and remove all gas or airfrom the power system Insert a barrel plug and put the safety ON e Carry your marker in a case or sturdy bag when transporting it in public e Safelyand securely store marker to prevent access to it by unauthorized persons or minors sight c powerfeed cons 14 ported barrel rail EE _ cocking pin iu receiver body Y b volumizer m psi ball detent cp trigger valve pin frame velocity expansion b safely adjuster chamber N braided air hose drap forward reg
20. ed and blocking the venture path Ifthis jam occurred not from a ball break carefully disassemble the internals and check to see if the o ings are not dislodged or broken e he marker shoots once and does not re cock o The oring on the striker hammer could be damaged and needs replacing o Check the cup seal to ensure the whole assembly is sitting properly and is not leaking o Check your air supply to ensure you have sufficient pressure to operate the marker e The marker fires and continues to rapid fire the re cock does not hold o The sear adjustment is too low check the section on trigger adjustments and make the appropriate changes to correct the problem o Check the screws which hold the trigger frame to the receiver if they are loose tighten them in particular the rear screw o Thebattery on the trigger could be LOW and in need of replacement e The marker is set to SEMI mode but requires multiple trigger pulls to fire once o battery in the trigger frame is LOW or dying Replace it o Check the sear adjustment it may be too high e Balls break in the breach when attempting 3 burst mode or full auto o Check your trigger frame firing rate bps settings on the RED dipswitch It could be set too high MARS PLUTO SERIES 30 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME o Check your hopper loader to ensure balls are not jamming inside it o Useanelectronic hopper or force fed loader for best perfo
21. h material Paintball Marker Lubrication OIL designed for paintball markers or Teflon grease Rechargeable Battery Packs for the etrigger oting and spring replacement kit as a spare hex wrenches of various sizes marker comes with most commonly needed ones Barrel Plug or Condom MARS PLUTO SERIES 34
22. in the trigger frame as you will need to click the trigger to remove the intemals e Cock the marker by pulling back the cocking handle Do it carefully so that it slowly ejects the striker guide and spring Remove the guide and spring MARS PLUTO SERIES 23 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME Remove the Cocking handle MARS series evo gold evo It all have field strip pin aka cocking handle The PLUTO is rear cocking and does not have this feature Remove the Venturi bolt by pulling it out the back of the marker Use an hex key wrench to guide the striker and striker buffer out the back of the marker c With the intemals removed you should be able to look through the receiver body In the top tube you should see the ball detent slightly sticking out In the bottom tube you should see the back of the valve with the valve pin sticking through it With all the internals removed run a squeegee through the receiver body to clean it out it is recommended that a latex proflex squeegee be used for this to avoid damage to the ball detent The same squeegee can be reused after cleaning it to clean the barrel of any residuals The receiver body can be cleaned with a soft rag and warm water careful not to get any on the electronics of the trigger frame if the marker has an etrigger or with a solvent such as WINDEX which dissolves the paintball residue nicely DO NOT USE WINDEX TO CLEAN YOUR GOGGLES FOLLOW THE MANU
23. j 45 Cup seal 46 Valve Pin NOTE The MARS EVO GOLD has the same parts list with the exception that the ASA adapter Part 15 has a 10 degree angle to it and the barrel Part 4 is a two stage 4A 4B component Additionally the Bottomline Part 50 on the EVO GOLD has an on off screw adjustment used to activate and de activate the airflow from the power source bottle This on off replaced Part 51 on the standard EVO The front section of the venturi bolt Part 5 on the EVO GOLD is DELRIN The drop forward on the EVO GOLD Part 41 has a flame design MARS PLUTO SERIES 17 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME Parts Listing Diagram LT 4 956956 e Cb eae E BE 44 45 45 48 P Se H 1 8 q 10 4j 14 E 5 p4 53 52 MN iL C co 161 an NE e f C gh i nm 39 m 29 y 38 M mm 40 1 A 1 A LAIN S oon ION 94 M LAG 1 0 18 j M 1 AX 1 _ Pi AL i AA me M A M Le T eum 4 19 iT 4 Pal oe a p Fa is a Ial if ff J i ee a i Pema oles 9 AM _ 59 1 EVO Receiver Body 2 Vertical Power Feed 3 HexNut Metal Ball Bearing 4 14 Ported Barrel Detent 5 Aluminum 1 Piece Vent
24. n shooting this marker e Everyone within range of an area where this paintball marker is used should wear protective goggles and headgear specificallydesigned for paintball e Operate this paintball marker only in areas where it is safe and lawful to do so e Misuse of this marker may result in criminal charges or imprisonment e This marker is intended for sale to adults Adult supervision is recommended at all times whenever a minor is handling this marker e READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE LOADING PRESSURIZING OR OPERATING THE ARM OTECH MARS SERIES PAINTBALL MARKER e Never aim or shoot this paintball marker towards anybody who is not wearing protective goggles or headgear specifically designed for paintball MARS PLUTO SERIES 1 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME e During game play follow referee s instructions and all field safety rules Avoid shooting at another player s head neck or groin area e Playpaintball only where the rules of safety for paintball are followed e All paintball markers must be chronographed regularly Adjust the marker to shoot paintballs at a velocity this is 300feet per second fps or less and that does not exceed the velocity limit set by the Paintball Park or field where the marker is in use Chronograph the marker at regular intervals during the day as well as any time the power source is refilled or changed any time the barrel or any part of the power system is changed an
25. ocess As such before doing ANYTHING with the marker care should be taken to tighten the following o Parts 39 the screws securing the 25 trigger frame to the receiver body ALL MODELS 38 o Parts 18 19 20 the entire expansion chamber system should be securely tightened Please also refer to the ANNEX on expansion chambers and regulators for further information on proper PSI settings if applicable 18 19 20 3 o Parts 2 1 Vertical Powerfeed securing retainer lugs Tighten these to ensure that the power feed does not spin or wobble Remember to hold the powerfeed when inserting the loader hopper o Parts 56 Cocking Pin Retainer hex lugs On MARS senes only there are 2 of these inside the back of the bolt completely remove the first one and then adjust the second one so that the cocking pin can be removed by hand Loosen it enough to allow for hand removal but not so much that the cocking pin will fall out or vibrate out when the marker is in MARS PLUTO SERIES 22 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME use Once the desired adjustment for the first lug is made re insert the second lug and tighten it securely o The lugs on the bottom holding the drop forward these are tight but check them ANYWAY CLEANING AND LUBRICATION OF INTERNALS REMOVE VELOCITY ADJUSTER HOUSING REMOVE STRIKER the marker by unscrewing it e Make certain to have already inserted a fresh 9 v battery
26. rce before performing disassembly of marker o Unload all paint from the marker and detach the hopper loader o Putthetrigger frame on SAFE orturn trigger frame OFF if it s the electronic version o If the power source has an on off valve EVO GOLD shut it OFF Otherwise point the marker in a safe position and slowly unscrew the power source o You will hear some compressed gas air escaping via a bleed hole while unscrewing the power source If you prefer you can fire the marker to release ANY pressure in the system while continuing to unscrew the power source If the unscrewing is difficult the system still has too much pressure in it check to make sure the power source is OFF if it has an on off valve or to ensure it is completely discharged before continuing CO2 can cause damage to O rings These need to be inspected regularly to avoid leaks MARS PLUTO SERIES 9 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME Velocity Adjustments AN WARNING All paintball markers must be chronographed regularly Adjust marker to shoot paintballs at a velocity that is 300 feet per second fps or lower Make sure the velocity setting is not in violation of the limit set by the authorities of the location where you are playing Chronograph the marker at regular intervals during the day as well as any time the power source is refilled or changed or any time a player or game official requests e The velocity knob is located at
27. re e Test for function now that the power source Is loaded and the marker cocked turn the trigger fame ON for electronic triggers and flip the safety switch to the FIRE position and squeeze the trigger The marker should shoot air and the cocking knob should cycle back to the cocked position ready to fire again Repeat this several times to get used to the action of the marker You have now fired your marker WITH loaded power source The ARMOTECH paintball marker may be powered by CO2 regulated compressed air HPA or regulated nitrogen From the source of gas or air through the entire power system there are varying pressures that are applied to the marker and the components of the power system The marker requires a minimum of 450psi for proper operation if you are using CO2 please refer to the ANNEX on regulator adjustment for the EVO EVO GOLD and LT to learn how to adjust control and properly maintain your input pressure The PLUTO marker does not have an inline regulator system If you are using HPA please ensure that the HPA bottle regulator output is at least 550 PSI A WARNING Keep hands away from escaping C2 gas It can cause frostbite if allowed to come in contact with skin If the CO2 source you are using has an on off valve make sure it is in the OFF POSITION before attempting to remove it from the paintball marker Do not expose the CO2 source to heat or store the C02 source at temperatures above 1300F 54 C
28. rmance e Balls are not flying straight when fired o Cleanthe barrel with a squeegee o Make sure the balls are the correct size caliber for the bore of the marker 689 e Ballsroll out of the barrel or shoots 2 at a time o Ball bore is too small It needs to be 689 o Armotech recommends using tournament quality paint RPS PMI Brand Big Ball Warrior El Tigre Slam All Star Premium Premium Gold M arballizer TC Paintballs Viper Venoms Viper Platinum Pro Series Nelson Paintballs Nel Splat Anarchy Nelson Gold PowerBall Paintballs e Barrel threads look worn down and barrel wobbles a bit o Check to ensure barrel o ring is in place properly o Always use some grease type lubricant on the threads to avoid metalto metal wear e Balls shoot but they do not appear to go the distance o Adjust the velocity and check it with a chronograph o Check to ensure the striker spring is not damaged weakened or broken o Check your air Supply to ensure there is sufficient pressure MARS PLUTO SERIES 31 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME o Check to ensure regulator settings are properly adjusted Min pressure should not be less than 450 p s i e Vertical powerfeed wobbles a bit when hopper is attached o Check to ensure the retainer screws have not come undone o Always hold the powerfeed when attaching or removing the hopper to avoid stressing it or damaging its seating on the marker MARS PLUTO SERIES 3
29. tronics as well as the battery pack connection are accessible by removing the grip frame cover on the left side of the trigger frame SAFE SWITH Same side as the SAFE switch After removing this cover carefully MODIFICATION _ examine the electronics and become familiar with them e The trigger is TOURNAMENT ready It has a tournament locking switch or FORCE SEMI SWITCH which forces the trigger frame into SEMI fire mode and cannot be changed from the mode button on the back of the trigger during play Some field require this to be activated in order to use the marker To turn on SEMI LOCK flip the switch to the left see fig 5A MODIFICATION SCREW BACK SIDE oS FIK SCREW LEFT SIDE e When the FORCE SEMI SWITCH is off the trigger operates normally In this mode the player can change firing modes using the mode button to the back of the frame With a battery inserted click the MODE button to activate the trigger It should activate in SEMI mode indicated by the MARS PLUTO SERIES 13 Saeed ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME green LED Press the MODE button one more time the setting should change to TRIPPLE BURST orange Press the MODE button again and the mode changes to FULL AUTO red Press and hold the MODE button for a few seconds and the system will power off e Depending on how sensitive you want your tigger frame to function some adjustments will be needed Please consult the ARMOTECH ONL
30. ulator PA adjustment grip FORCE SEMI SWITH ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME Operating Instructions A WARNING Every person within range of this paintball marker must wear protective goggles and headgear specifically designed for paintball N 1 Before continuing with these instructions please refer to the section in Chapter 2 on maintenance and lubrication pg 16 Your marker should first be properly cleaned internally amp lubricated prior to firing to avoid unnecessary wear or damage on the internals After completing that task return to this section and continue with step 2 if you have the EVO or EVO GOLD which comes standard with electronic trigger If you have a MARS LT or PLUTO skip to instruction point 5 and continue 2 Use the supplied hex wrench tools to unscrew the two screws on the trigger frame on the left side of the gun the side with the pressure gauge and remove X the trigger frame cover 3 Use a rechargeable 9 6v battery to power the trigger frame Insert the battery into the frame and ensure that no wires are loose pinched or unsecured before replacing the frame cover M WARNING Do not recharge the battery while it is in the grip frame The battery will over heat and damage the electronic circuit board For optimal performance we suggest that a Armotech 9 6 volt rechargeable battery is used MARS PLUTO SERIES
31. uri Bolt 6 Field Strip Cocking Pin 7 Striker Hammer 8 Striker Spring 9 Striker Buffer 10 Striker Spring Guide 11 Striker Receiver Cap 12 Velocity Adjustment Screw 13 Velocity Locking Hex 14 ASA Adapter Body 15 Vertical ASA Threaded Section 16 Internal Valve Pin Airflow Assembly 17 Gas Thru Washer Bezel 18 N A MARS PLUTO SERIES 18 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME 19 Reverse Thread xchamber 20 X Chamber end w braided hose section adapter 21 L 2L LNA 0 22 22 Braided MacrolineAirhose Airhose 23 Valve ae 24 Valve SS 25 Trigger Frame Body 26 Double Trigger 27 Trigger Safety ON OFF pushrod 28 Trigger Guard Screw 29 Trigger Adjustment Screw for 30 Trigger Retainer Pin safety 34 SEAR 36 Tigger 13 Volumizer Valve Pin Spring 11 Seal Air guide Spring Retainer 45 Cupsea 46 ValvePin 4T Eee 48 eee Valve Assembly 49 Drop Forward Securing Hex 50 Bottom line ASA Adapter Screws 51 Bottom line Pressure Cap O ring 52 Pressure Gauge ns 53 Bottom Line Air Regulation Hex 54 Cocking Pin Retainer Bearing Screw 55 Cocking Pin Bearing Spring 56 Cocking Pin Spring Retainer Lug 0 4 Valve O Rings 0 5 Venturi Bolt O Rings 0 7 Striker Hammer O Ring 0 14 Vert ASA Body O Ring 0 18 X Chamber ASA O Ring 16 1 Internal Regulator Airflow Venturi 2 1 Powerfeed Adjuster Securing Lugs IMPORTANT NOTE MARS LT OPERATIONAL RANGE IS 400 9
32. ust in front of the pressure gauge The regulator is factory set to 450 500 p s i To INCREASE the input pressure turn the hex screw COUNTERCLOCKWISE and fire the marker 2 3 times You should see the pressure reading on the gauge change MARS PLUTO SERIES 11 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME e To DECREASE the pressure turn the hex screw CLOCKWISE and fire the marker 2 3 times You should see the pressure reading on the gauge change LT OPERATING PRESSURE SHOULD NOT EXCEED 900P S l MARS PLUTO SERIES 12 ARMOTECH THE PERFECT MARKER THE PERFECT GAME Electronic Trigger Operations A WARNING FOR EVO EVO GOLD MARKERS ONLY If using the trigger frame to recharge the battery do not exceed 3 hours of charging time Recharging the battery via the trigger frame for longer than this could Cause overheating and damage the internal circuitry For optimal performance we recommend using rechargeable batteries with no less than 180mA rating Temm e The Armotech Electronic trigger frame is outfitted with an electronically ae controlled SAFE switch The SAFE switch 15 located on the left hand side of the trigger frame just above and to the back of the trigger assembly e To put the marker in SAFE mode flip the safe switch to the SAFE or L 3 ON position by sliding it to the right To put the marker in LIVE Rate of fire ES FIREmode slide the switch to the left DIP switch for FIG 5A e All the Elec

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