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WARNING ADHERE STRICTLY TO THESE AND ALL OTHER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND GUIDELINES! 01. PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTION MANUALS 12. Always fit a barrel-blocking device to the Ego LV1 when not 02. The Eclipse Ego LV1 is not a toy. PAINTBALL SAFETY RULES 13. Always remove all paintballs from the Ego LV1 when not in 03. Careless or improper use, including failure to follow 14. Never point the Ego LV1 at anything you do not intend to BEFORE USE. MUST BE FOLLOWED AT ALL TIMES.
WARNING ADHERE STRICTLY TO THESE AND ALL OTHER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND GUIDELINES! 24. Always store the Ego LV1 in a secure place. 25. Persons under 18 years of age must have adult supervision when using or handling the Ego LV1. 26. Observe all local and national laws, regulations and 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. guidelines.
6 USING THE EGO LV1 Details on setting up the Ego LV1 and information on the user interface. This section is essential reading for everyone.
42 MAINTENANCE A guide to cleaning and performing routine maintenance on specific areas of the Ego LV1.
FACTORY SET-UP GUIDE 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. Before using the Ego LV1 it is important to make sure the SL4 inline regulator, low pressure regulator, solenoid flow restrictors (SFR) and all electronically controlled parameters are set correctly. All of these can have a negative effect on the performance of the marker if set incorrectly.
INSTALLING A 9V BATTERY Ensure that the Ego LV1 is switched off. Lay the marker on a flat surface in front of you with the feed tube furthest away and with the barrel pointing to the right. Use a 5/64” (2mm) hex key to remove the two countersunk screws that hold the rubber grip onto the frame (SEE FIGURE 2A). Peel the grip to the right to expose the circuit board within the frame.
SWITCHING ON THE EGO LV1 To switch on the Ego LV1 press the button twice in quick succession, referred to elsewhere in this manual as ‘doubleclicking’. The Ego LV1 can also be switched on by pushing and holding the button (SEE FIGURE 3A).1 SWITCHING OFF THE EGO LV1 Press and hold the button (SEE FIGURE 3A) until the display shows TURN OFF. Release the button and re-press it to turn off the Ego LV1. Alternatively double click the button to enter the menu tree then press to turn off the Ego LV1.
USING THE BREAK BEAM SENSOR SYSTEM The Break Beam Sensor System, referred to elsewhere in this manual as ‘BBSS’ is used to detect when a paintball is ready to be fired from the Ego LV1. If no paintball is ready then the BBSS will inhibit the Ego LV1 from firing. This prevents the Ego LV1 from “chopping” paintballs that are not fully loaded into the marker.1 To switch off the BBSS, press and hold the button for 0.5 seconds (SEE FIGURE 4A).
THE EGO LV1 NAVIGATION CONSOLE At the rear of the Ego LV1 grip frame you will find the navigation console (SEE FIGURE 5A) which is used for: > Turning the Ego LV1 on and off using the > Scrolling through menus with the and > Selecting parameters to edit using the > Editing parameters using the and PREVIOUS / RAISE button. buttons. button. SELECT buttons. > Turning the Ego LV1 BBSS on and off using the (push and hold). button > Resetting recorded values using the hold).
INSTALLING A BARREL WARNING MAKE SURE THE MARKER IS TURNED OFF AND THAT NO PAINTBALLS ARE IN THE MARKER OR LOADER BEFORE INSTALLING A BARREL. Every Ego LV1 comes complete with an Eclipse Shaft4 barrel (see page 72). The bore size of the Shaft4 barrel back is engraved on the barrel back just in front of the body threads. To install the Shaft4 barrel, firstly screw the barrel tip and barrel back sections together. The threads on the Shaft4 barrel tip are REVERSE THREADED.
TRIGGER ADJUSTMENT C The Ego LV1 provides the user with the option to use either a micro-switch or an OPTO sensor (default OPTO) as the means for detecting trigger pulls. Before you begin to adjust and set your trigger, you must first select the method of trigger detection that you wish to use by entering the main menu and making your selection from the hardware menu (see page 37).
CONTINUED The magnet return strength screw is used to adjust the amount of force with which the trigger is returned to its rest position by the magnet. Turn the screw clockwise to increase the amount of force. Do not turn the screw too far or it will negate the position of the front stop screw. Turn the screw counter-clockwise to reduce the amount of force. Do not turn the screw too far or there may not be enough force to return the trigger (SEE FIGURE 7D).
ATTACHING A LOADER WARNING DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN THE CLAMPING FEED TUBE AS THIS MAY DAMAGE THE LOADER OR FEED TUBE ITSELF. Using a 5/32” hex key or your fingers, turn the sprocket screw of the clamping feed tube counter-clockwise (SEE FIGURE 8A). Release the clamping lever on the feed tube (SEE FIGURE 8B) and test to see if your loader can easily be pushed into the top of the feed tube.
THE GAS THROUGH PIPE WARNING C C C IF THE GAS PIPE ASSEMBLY IS NOT CORRECTLY INSTALLED HIGH PRESSURE GAS WILL BE EMITTED. THERE IS NO NEED TO UNSCREW OR REMOVE THE GAS PIPE ASSEMBLY DURING DAY TO DAY USAGE OF THE MARKER. Compressed gas is transferred from the frame to the inline regulator via gas pipe assembly (SEE FIGURE 9A), comprising of a gas pipe section A and pipe nut section B . It is essential that this gas pipe assembly is correctly installed before the marker is supplied with compressed gas.
INSTALLING A PRESET AIR SYSTEM WARNING MAKE SURE THE MARKER IS TURNED OFF WITH A BARREL BLOCKING DEVICE INSTALLED AND THAT NO PAINTBALLS ARE IN THE MARKER OR LOADER BEFORE INSTALLING AN AIR SYSTEM. COMPRESSED AIR AND NITROGEN SYSTEMS CAN BE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS IF HANDLED OR USED INCORRECTLY. ONLY USE AN AIR SYSTEM CERTIFIED FOR USE WITHIN THE TERRITORY OF INTENDED USE. THE EGO LV1 CANNOT BE USED WITH CO2. ONLY USE COMPRESSED AIR OR NITROGEN.
CONTINUED CHECK THAT THE GAS PIPE ASSEMBLY IS CORRECTLY INSTALLED. SEE PAGE 15 FOR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS OF THE GAS PIPE. CHECK THAT THE POPS RETAINING SCREWS ARE TIGHT. IF THE POPS CAN BE MOVED ON THE FRAME THE SCREWS ARE TOO LOSE. USE A 5/32” HEX KEY TO TIGHTEN THE SCREWS. Every Ego LV1 comes complete with an Eclipse Push On Purge System (POPS) which provides a direct connection for a preset air system.
VELOCITY ADJUSTMENT When using your Ego LV1, you may wish to change the velocity at which your Ego LV1 is firing. This is done by inserting a 1/8" hex key into the adjuster screw at the bottom of your Ego LV1 inline regulator and adjusting it accordingly (SEE FIGURE 11A).
SOLENOID ADJUSTMENT The following section covers direct adjustment of the solenoid valve which should only be undertaken by users with a sound knowledge of the Ego LV1 firing cycle. Setting either restrictor incorrectly may cause performance issues.
UNLOADING THE EGO LV1 WARNING ALWAYS KEEP THE ECLIPSE EGO LV1 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 Sock1 (supplied with the Ego LV1) to the marker as shown in FIGURE 13A. Turn off the Ego LV1 electronics by holding button on the back of the frame.
STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION CAUTION: NEVER CARRY YOUR ECLIPSE EGO LV1 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 EGO LV1 (OR ANY OTHER PAINTBALL MARKER) IN A SUITABLE MARKER CASE SUCH AS THE ONE IN WHICH IT WAS SUPPLIED.
THE USER INTERFACE The Ego LV1 has a simple user interface through which all aspects of its electronic control system can be monitored and adjusted by means of the three push buttons and graphical LCD which comprise the navigation console. THE RUN SCREEN LAYOUT The root of the user interface is the run screen which is the screen that is displayed most often when the Ego LV1 is on.
THE BBSS INDICATOR The BBSS is able to switch itself off in the event of a blockage or contamination preventing it from functioning correctly. In this instance, the BBSS will switch itself back on once the blockage is cleared and the correct operation can be resumed.
THE SOUND INDICATOR The sound indicator on the run screen is used to convey if the Sound parameter in the Hardware menu (page 37) is switched on or off. There are two possible conditions that can be indicated: SOUND ENABLED The SOUND parameter is enabled. The Ego LV1 will make sounds when switched on and off and when the game timer alarms or times out. SOUND DISABLED The SOUND parameter is disabled. The Ego LV1 will not make any sounds.
THE LOCK INDICATOR The Ego LV1 has a tournament lock which prevents the user from making changes to any parameter that affects the way in which the Ego LV1 shoots, without the need for tools. This feature is necessary in order to make the Ego LV1 legal for tournament play. To enable or disable the tournament lock see Accessing the Menu System on page 27. When the lock is enabled the lock indictor will show a closed padlock When the lock is disabled the lock indictor will show an open padlock . .
THE ACTUAL RATE OF FIRE When the actual ROF is selected for display the run screen will look something like the screen to the right. The value displayed in the top left of the screen represents the number of full cycles completed in a second - the actual rate of fire over that second. The value below it is the maximum actual rate of fire that has been achieved. The graph below this number shows the actual rates of fire achieved over time where each bar represents the amount of pulls in that second.
ACCESSING THE MENU SYSTEM To access the Main menu from the run screen double-click the button and the first item on the Main menu will be displayed. Alternatively, push and hold the button for 2 seconds. Some of the parameters in the menu system can have a tournament lock applied to them. This lock can be toggled on and off by pressing the tournament lock button on the circuit board (SEE A IN FIGURE 14A). A When trying to select a parameter that is locked, the a ‘LOCKED’ message will be briefly displayed.
THE MENU SYSTEM The Main menu contains both editable parameters and sub-menus which contain editable parameters. Some of these parameters affect the way the Ego LV1 shoots and are tournament locked as standard from the factory.1 The Main menu also contains the TURN OFF option. Selecting this option will immediately turn off the EGO LV1, preventing it from firing. Parameters followed by a * are part of the Smart Menu System and will only be displayed depending on your chosen settings. (e.g.
PRESET MENU In order to simplify the set up of the Ego LV1 a number of preset configurations are available for selection. Choosing one of these presets will cause all of the necessary parameters to be set in such a way as to make the Ego LV1 comply with the rules governing a particular paintball league1. It is also possible for the user to save up to two preset configurations of their own.
FIRE MODE PARAMETER This parameter is used to select the firing mode of the Ego LV1 and has the following choices: > SEMI: This is the default and in this firing mode the Ego LV1 will fire one shot for every trigger pull. > RAMP: In this firing mode, the rate of fire is increased above the rate at which the trigger is pulled once certain criteria have been met. These criteria are set by the parameters on the RAMP SETUP menu.1 > CANCEL: Editing is cancelled and the parameter is unchanged.
RAMP SETUP MENU This menu is only available when ramping has been selected with the FIRE MODE parameter and comprises a list of parameters that control the way in which the Ego LV1 ramps, as shown below. TYPE PARAMETER This parameter is used to select the ramping style and has the following choices: > STEP: Step ramping will cause the Ego LV1 to shoot in semi-automatic until a number of trigger pulls, set by SEMI SHOTS, have been made at a minimum pull rate, set by KICK IN.
SEMI SHOTS PARAMETER The parameter sets the number of shots in semi-automatic that are required at the KICK IN rate before ramping will start. The parameter can be set between 3 and 9 pulls in 1 pull increments. KICK IN PARAMETER This parameter sets the minimum rate at which the user has to pull the trigger in order to start ramping. This parameter can be set between 3.3 and 10.0 pulls per second in 0.1 pulls per second increments.
TIMING MENU These parameters all relate to the control of the solenoid valve. DWELL PARAMETER The DWELL parameter sets the amount of time that the solenoid is energized and therefore the amount of gas that is released with each shot of the Ego LV1. Setting this parameter too low will result in low velocity shots and/or excessive shot to shot velocity fluctuations. Setting the parameter too high will simply waste gas and make the Ego LV1 louder. The DWELL can be set between 0.0 and 30.0 milliseconds.
FILTER MENU The parameters on the FILTER menu are all used to tune the Ego LV1’s software filters which prevent the Ego LV1 from firing unless all of the necessary conditions are met. The factory default settings will be suitable for most setups, however certain loader and trigger set-ups may require modification of one or more of these parameters.
PULL TM PARAMETER The PULL TM parameter is used to set the minimum amount of time that the trigger must be pulled before it is recognised as a valid trigger pull. This parameter can be set between 3.0 and 20.0 milliseconds in 0.1ms increments. RELEASE TM PARAMETER The RELEASE TM parameter is used to set the minimum amount of time that the trigger must be released before it is recognised as a valid trigger release. This parameter can be set between 3.0 and 25.0 milliseconds in 0.1ms increments.
BASIC TRIGGER FILTER SET-UP 95% of trigger bounce problems can be eliminated by utilizing one of the nine fixed DEBOUNCE choices (LEVEL 1-9). In attempting to eliminate trigger bounce it is advisable to try the nine fixed DEBOUNCE choices before attempting any advanced set up of the trigger filters. ADVANCED TRIGGER FILTER SET-UP In order to optimize the trigger filters it is necessary to have the PULL PT parameter set as high as possible and the RELEASE PT parameter set as low as possible: 1.
TRIGGER PARAMETER The Ego LV1 is fitted with a dual trigger pull detection system. A non-contact OPTO-electronic trigger sensor arrangement is used to detect trigger movement whilst a micro-switch is used to provide a more traditional tactile feedback for the trigger. The TRIGGER parameter is used to select which system is used. The choices available are as follows: > OPTO: Select the OPTO sensor for trigger pull detection. > SWITCH: Select the micro-switch for trigger pull detection.
BACKLIGHT PARAMETER This parameter sets the time that the LCD backlight is illuminated after a pushbutton is pressed. The parameter can be set between 00:00 and 00:20 (20 seconds). If set to 00:00 then the backlight will not be illuminated. RED LEVEL PARAMETER* This parameter sets the percentage of red light in the LCD backlight and can be set between 0% and 100% in 10% increments.
CONTRAST PARAMETER The parameter sets the contrast level of the LCD. This parameter is adjustable between 0 and 30 in increments of 1. AUX OUT PARAMETER This parameter turns on and off the AUX socket on the PCB. The choices available for this parameter are: >OFF: AUX socket switched off. >ON: AUX socket switched on. >CANCEL: Cancel editing and leave the parameter unchanged. DBL CLICK PARAMETER This parameter is used to select where double-clicking the parameter are: button can be used.
TRAINING PARAMETER In training mode the LV1 simulates the firing cycle so that the user may practice pulling the trigger without wasting air and making lots of noise. The BBSS is overridden in order to simulate paintballs entering the breech and the beeper indicates when a shot is fired. Training mode is indicated with a ‘T’ in the BBSS indicator. > OFF: Training mode is disabled and the Ego LV1 functions normally. > ON: Training mode is enabled. > CANCEL: Cancel editing and leave the parameter unchanged.
GAME TIMER MENU This menu is comprised of parameters that control the operation of the Game Timer. GAME PARAMETER This parameter is used to set the Game Time, the time from which the game timer counts down to zero. This parameter can be set between 00:00 and 60:00 minutes in 10 second increments. The factory default is 07:10 (7 minutes 10 seconds). When the game timer reaches 00:00, GAME OVER will be displayed and the audible alarm will sound continually, provided that the SOUND parameter is set to ‘ON’.
THE BREAK BEAM SENSOR SYSTEM 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. Undo the retaining screw for the BBSS eye cover on the right hand side of the Ego LV1 using a 5/64" (2mm) hex key (SEE FIGURE 15A). Remove the eye cover to expose the back of the BBSS unit (SEE FIGURE 15B).
(CONTINUED) Remove the rubber Detent and using a dry cotton bud clean the Detent and its location point in the Ego LV1 body, replacing the Detent if it is damaged (SEE FIGURE 15D). Reinsert the Detent back into the Ego LV1 body and place the BBSS back into the designated slot in the body to reassemble FIGURE 15B. Ensure that the sensor is face down in the body i.e. looking into the breech.1 Check that the cam carrier screws are still tight in the body.
THE SL4 INLINE REGULATOR ASSEMBLY 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. Unscrew and remove the gas pipe assembly from the SL4 inline regulator (SEE FIGURE 16A). See page 15 for more information on removing the gas pipe assembly.
(CONTINUED) At this point if you are maintaining the inline regulator to fix a supercharging issue, turn to page 46 to the ‘ADVANCED SL4 INLINE REGULATOR MAINTENANCE’ section. If you are not fixing a supercharging issue then there is no need to perform this advanced maintenance procedure. Inspect the internal sealing surfaces of the regulator body, removing any dirt or debris with a cotton bud (SEE FIGURE 16J).
ADVANCED INLINE REGULATOR MAINTENANCE 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. This procedure is only required if your are fixing a supercharging SL4 inline regulator (common symptoms of supercharging are a very high velocity first shot and/or large variances in shot to shot consistency).
THE CURE5 BOLT ASSEMBLY 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. Raise the bolt pin and remove the bolt assembly from the Ego LV1 marker body (FIGURE 18A). Using a dry cotton bud remove any paint or grease from the surface of the bolt. FIG 18A Lubricate the two bolt o-rings (LABELLED A FIGURE 18B) with a small drop of oil (SEE FIGURE 18C)1.
THE ZICK3 RAMMER ASSEMBLY 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. Included with the Ego LV1 is a lightweight Zick3 rammer (LABELLED A FIGURE 19A), in addition to the standard Zick3 rammer installed in the marker (LABELLED B FIGURE 19A).
(CONTINUED) Clean and inspect the rammer bumper inside the rammer cap (LABELLED A FIGURE 19F). If the face of the bumper is damaged or worn then the bumper can be flipped over to the reverse side and re-inserted. Using a pick or small hex key, carefully remove the rammer bumper from inside the rammer cap. If both sides are damaged or worn then replace with a new bumper. The bumper does not require lubrication.
THE LOW PRESSURE REGULATOR ASSEMBLY 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. Remove the SL4 inline regulator and foregrip crown as detailed on page 44. FIG 20A FIG 20B FIG 20C FIG 20D Push and hold the front of the LPR assembly and the valve plug back into the LV1 body (SEE FIGURE 20A).
(CONTINUED) Screw the LPR adjuster out from the LPR cap using a 1/8” hex key (SEE FIGURE 20I). Clean and inspect the adjuster o-ring (LABELLED A FIGURE 20J), replacing if necessary. Lubricate the o-ring with a small amount of grease. Clean and inspect the LPR seal in the tip of the adjuster (LABELLED B FIGURE 20J). If the seal is damaged or heavily worn, pull the tip off the adjuster and replace. Lastly clean and inspect the o-rings on the LPR cap (SEE FIGURE 20K).
REMOVING THE FRAME 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. Disconnect the gas pipe from the frame (page 15). Using a 5/64” hex key remove the four screws that attach the Ego LV1 rubber grips to the Ego LV1 frame (SEE FIGURE 21A). Unplug the solenoid and BBSS wires from their sockets on the Ego LV1 circuit board (SEE FIGURE 21B).
THE CAM-LEVER ASSEMBLY 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. With the frame removed, remove both the eye covers (see page 42) to expose the cam carrier retaining screws. Using a 5/64” hex key remove the four retaining screws to release the cam lever assembly from the body (SEE FIGURE 23A).
THE TRIGGER ASSEMBLY 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. Having removed the frame completely from the Ego LV1 body (see page 52). Unscrew the two M2.5x5 retaining screws which hold the bearing carrier in the frame (SEE FIGURE 24A).
(CONTINUED) Position the trigger so that the hole through the trigger lines up with the holes in the bearing carrier, slide the trigger pin into place (SEE FIGURE 24G). Gently lower the trigger assembly and bearing carrier into the frame, taking care not to damage the micro-switch or the OPTO sensor, and ensuring that the trigger is positioned correctly (SEE FIGURE 24H). Using a 5/64” hex key screw the right side M2.5x5 retaining screw into place but do not fully tighten it into place (SEE FIGURE 24I).
REPLACING A DAMAGED VALVE ASSEMBLY 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. THE VALVE GUIDE SHOULD ONLY BE REMOVED IF THE VALVE GUIDE IS DAMAGE, CAUSING A LEAK DOWN THE BARREL, FEED TUBE OR RAMMER SLOT. THE VALVE GUIDE DOES NOT NEED TO BE REMOVED FOR GENERAL MAINTENANCE. Lift the bolt pin and slide the bolt assembly out of the rear of the marker (SEE FIGURE 25A).
(CONTINUED) Ensure that the rammer is in its rear position and taking an L-shaped hex key, place it down through the bolt pin slot in the top of the body so that you can apply light pressure to the cam lever to pop the valve guide out of its place in the Ego LV1 body (SEE FIGURE 25G). Inspect the sealing face of both the exhaust valve (LABELLED A FIGURE 25H) and valve guide (LABELLED A FIGURE 25I) for any excessive wear or damage.
(CONTINUED) Ensure the LPR assembly is still correctly in place in the body (SEE FIGURE 25M). Make sure the exhaust hole in the valve guide is pointed directly upwards and the lip on the valve plug is pointed downwards (SEE FIGURE 25N). Then slide the entire valve guide, exhaust valve, valve stem and valve plug into the body. Ensure the valve guide is fully inserted into the LV1 body.
THE SOLENOID MANIFOLD 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. THERE IS NO NEED TO REMOVE THE SOLENOID VALVE OR MANIFOLD FOR ANY KIND OF REGULAR MAINTENANCE. THERE ARE NO SERVICEABLE PARTS WITHIN THE SOLENOID VALVE OR MANIFOLD THAT REQUIRE MAINTENANCE.
(CONTINUED) Check the bottom face of the solenoid manifold to ensure that it is also free from damage or debris (SEE FIGURE 26F). Remove, clean and inspect the solenoid rubber gasket as shown in FIGURE 26G. Replace the gasket ensuring that it lies flat in its designated groove in the solenoid manifold body (SEE FIGURE 26F).1 Inspect and clean the solenoid valve, removing any moisture, dirt and debris, paying particular attention to the top sealing surface and exhaust ports (SEE FIGURE 26H).
THE SOLENOID VALVE The Ego LV1 solenoid valve (SEE FIGURE 27a) is NonServiceable unlike some previous Planet Eclipse marker solenoid valves. Any attempt to strip, service or modify the Ego LV1 solenoid valve will immediately void your warranty. If you experience any issue with your Ego LV1 solenoid valve then please contact your nearest Eclipse Service Centre for details on replacement solenoid valves. See page 68 for Eclipse Service Centre details.
THE PUSH ON PURGE SYSTEM 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. THERE IS NO NEED TO REMOVE THE POPS FROM THE EGO LV1 FRAME FOR GENERAL MAINTENANCE. IF THE POPS IS REMOVED, ENSURE THE O-RING IS CORRECTLY SEATED BEFORE POPS RE-ATTACHMENT.
(CONTINUED) Clean and check the condition of the single internal 005 NBR90 o-ring in the front of the POPS insert, replace if necessary (SEE FIGURE 28I). Lubricate this o-ring liberally using Eclipse grease. Lubricate the narrow end of the POPS pin with a smear of Eclipse grease and push the pin, narrow end first, into the POPS insert so that it sits in the POPS insert and pokes through to the front (SEE FIGURES 28J & 28K).
The Fault Finding guide covers common symptoms, causes and solutions that are likely to be encountered by the average user. If a issue with the Ego LV1 cannot be solved using the Fault Finding guide, contact your nearest Eclipse Service Centre for assistance. SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Although a new battery has been fitted, the Ego LV1 will not switch on. The battery has been fitted incorrectly. Fit the battery correctly with the positive terminal nearest to the side of the frame.
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Low rate of fire / rate of fire not reaching the ROF cap. The rear solenoid flow restrictor (SFR) is set too low. Set the rear SFR to it factory level. (See page 6) The force setting of the loader is too low. Adjust the loader force feed setting. The paint is of a poor quality. Try a higher quality of paint. The BBSS is switched off. Switch on the BBSS. The bolt is dirty, causing the BBSS to incorrectly detect a paintball. Clean the bolt and breach.
SYMPTOM Low constant velocity. POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The LPR is set too low. Increase the output pressure of the LPR (see page 18). The solenoid flow restrictor (SFR) B is set too low. Set SFR B to level 6-7. The cam-lever has been re-installed incorrectly. Strip down and re-install the cam-lever assembly correctly. Low velocity first shot. The FSD comp parameter is too low to overcome stiction on solenoid and / or rammer o-rings. Increase FSD comp parameter. High velocity first shot.
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE BBSS turns itself off after firing and the display shows the BBSS fault icon in the top right. The sensor is dirty. Clean the BBSS. Two or more balls are being fed into the breech. Ego LV1 is inconsistent. Ego LV1 is inefficient SOLUTION The sensor is faulty. Replace the BBSS. The sensor is out of place. Re-Install BBSS. Check alignment. Worn/damaged Detents. Change the rubber Detent. The feed force too high from loader. Adjust loader settings/use lower force loader.
ECLIPSE SERVICE CENTRES Are you unsure of where to send your Ego LV1 to be repaired or serviced? If your local Eclipse dealer can’t assist you, why not contact your nearest certified Eclipse Service Centre and arrange for them to undertake any work that you require. A map listing all of our Service Centres and their contact details can be found in the SUPPORT section of the Planet Eclipse web site at WWW.PLANETECLIPSE.
EGO LV1 OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW Below is a brief overview of what happens during the Ego LV1 firing cycle. The location of parts discussed in the text below can be found on pages 70-71. Assuming the Ego LV1 is gassed up and turned on, FIGURE 29A shows the marker in its idle position. The rammer is held in its rear position with pressurised gas from the LPR directed through the solenoid to the front of the rammer. The valve chamber is full of pressurised gas from the inline regulator.
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PARTS LIST Clamping feed tube assembly 02 Body 03 Bolt assembly 04 Rubber Detent 05 BBSS unit 06 Rammer assembly 07 Cam-lever 08 Cam axle 09 Cam carrier 10 Cam carrier retaining screw 11 Valve plug 12 Valve stem 13 Valve spring 14 Exhaust valve 15 Valve guide 16 Valve guide o-ring 17 Valve screw 18 Front frame screw 19 Rear frame screw 20 Solenoid assembly 21 Low pressure hose 22 Low pressure barb 23 Low pressure barb o-ring 24 LPR assembly 01 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45
SHAFT 4 BARREL The Eclipse Ego LV1 comes as standard with an Eclipse Shaft4 barrel.1,4 The barrel screws into the body of the Ego LV1 using a right hand thread meaning that if you hold the Ego LV1 pointing away from you the barrel screws into the body in a counter-clockwise direction.2 The barrel comprises of two parts, a barrel back A and a barrel front B .
SL4 INLINE REGULATOR1,2 PISTON O-RING (14X2 NBR70) 1 The SL4 inline regulator should be reset to factory after re-assembly. 2 Only use the SL4 inline regulator with the Ego LV1. 3 Only use the SL4 Ego spring with the Ego LV1 SL4 inline regulator. 4 If the Purge Poppet assembly is removed for maintenance ensure is it re-installed correctly, failure to do so may seriously damage the Ego LV1 solenoid valve.
CURE5 BOLT BOLT PIN O-RING (014 NBR70) RAMMER CAP PLUNGER RAMMER CAP O-RING (013 NBR70) INSERT O-RING (012 NBR70) BOLT PIN PLUNGER SPRING CURE5 BOLT O-RINGS (14X2 NBR70) CURE5 BOLT BODY BOLT INSERT RAMMER BUMPER MIDDLE RAMMER O-RING (011 NBR70) REAR RAMMER O-RING (010 NBR70) RAMMER BUMPER (010 NBR70) FRONT RAMMER O-RING (010 NBR70) BOLT TIP ZICK3 RAMMER SHAFT 1 The Ego LV1 comes with two rammer assemblies, a standard rammer (installed in the marker from factory) and a lightweight rammer.
EGO LV1 SOLENOID ASSEMBLY MANIFOLD GASKET MANIFOLD BARB FILTER BARB RETAINING CLIP SOLENOID GASKET MANIFOLD BODY MANIFOLD SCREW (M2.5X5 CAP HEAD SOCKET) 1 SOLENOID VALVE SOLENOID SCREW (M1.7 X 16 BUTTON HEAD CROSS) 1 The Ego LV1 solenoid valve is NON-SERVICEABLE. Any attempt to strip, dismantle or service the solenoid valve will immediately void your Warranty. For more information on the Ego LV1 solenoid valve please see page 61.
EGO LV1 PUSH ON PURGE SYSTEM (POPS) 007 NBR70 INSERT 005 NBR90 POPS BODY 004 NBR70 POPS BONNET PIN PUSH ROD 004 NBR70 POPS SCREW 10-32 UNF X 1” CAP HEAD SOCKET LATCH SPRING LATCH BUTTON 76 Technical Resources
TRIGGER ASSEMBLY BEARING CARRIER SCREW (M2.
EGO LV1 CIRCUIT BOARD AUX SOCKET SOLENOID VALVE SOCKET MICRO-SWITCH BBSS SOCKET OPTO TRIGGER SENSORS PUSH BUTTONS E-PORTAL CONNECTOR POSITIVE (+) BATTERY TERMINAL NEGATIVE (_) BATTERY TERMINAL TOURNAMENT LOCK BUTTON LCD DISPLAY 78 Spares & Accessories
SCREW QTY 13 DESCRIPTION PCB SCREW (3), BEARING CARRIER SCREW (2),MANIFOLD SCREW(3), CAM CARRIER(4), NAVIGATION CONSOLE (1) (M2.5 x 5 CAP HEAD SOCKET) 2 SOLENOID SCREW (2) (M1.
POPS Seal 013 18x2 Valve Guide LPR Piston LPR Body Outside LPR Cap Rammer Cap Outside Bolt Insert 012 Valve Plug Front Regulator Mount (Body) Rammer Middle SL4 Inline Regulator Adjuster Outside 011 017 Shaft4 Barrel Back (body end) Shaft4 Barrel Back (tip end) 010 008 016 SL4 Swivel 015 Bolt Body x2 SL4 Inline Regulator Piston 007 Rammer Back Rammer Bumper Rammer Front SL4 Inline Regulator Adjuster Inside LPR Body Inside Gas Pipe Pipe Nut LPR Adjuster Screw POPS Insert External 006 LP Hose Bar
THE MENU TREE The symbol indicates parameters that are locked when the Tournament Lock is on. See Accessing the Menu System on page 27 for instruction on releasing the Tournament Lock. Parameters followed by a * are part of the Smart Menu System and will only be displayed depending on your chosen settings. (e.g. The BS ON ROF parameter will only become available if the ROF CAP parameter is set to on). MAIN MENU TURN OFF PRESET LOAD SAVE Turn off the Ego LV1. USER 1 Load the USER 1 settings.
RAMP SETUP* (FIRE MODE DEPENDANT) TYPE RATE* SEMI SHOTS KICK IN SUSTAIN RESTART STEP (Default) LINEAR CANCEL Step ramping. Linear ramping. Cancel selection. 0 - 100% Percentage linear ramp rate (TYPE dependant). (Default 50%) 3-9 Number of shots before ramping can start. (Default 3) 3.3 - 10.0 pps Rate at which the trigger has to be pulled in pulls per second (pps) before ramping can start. (Default 5pps) 3.3 - 10.
(CONTINUED) HARDWARE TRIGGER SOLENOID SOUND TONES* BACKLIGHT RED LEVEL* GRN LEVEL* BLU LEVEL* CONTRAST AUX OUT AUTO OFF DBL CLICK BACK TRAINING OPTO (Default) SWITCH CANCEL Use OPTO sensor to detect trigger operation. Use micro-switch to detect trigger operation. Cancel trigger detection method selection. LO PWR (Default) Select standard solenoid power level. HI PWR Select high power level for solenoid. CANCEL Cancel solenoid power level selection. OFF ON (Default) CANCEL Turn off audible indicator.
(CONTINUED) SHOT COUNT GAUGE GAUGE MAX* OFF ON (Default) CANCEL 100-2000 SHOTS Shot gauge maximum (reset value) (GAUGE dependant). (Default 140 shots) BACK GAME TIMER GAME ALARM START BACK Shot gauge off. Shot gauge on. Cancel selection. Return to Main Menu. 00:00 - 60:00 Countdown game timer start time in minutes. (Default 07:10) 00:00 - 60:00 Alarm activation time in minutes. (Default 01:00) BUTTON (Default) Pressing the button starts the Game Timer.
ECLIPSE E-PORTAL 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. The Ego LV1 is compatible with Eclipse E-Portal Software. This software is an upgrade to the Ego LV1 platform. The Eclipse E-Portal Software, USB cable and USB daughter board are sold as a kit, separate from the Ego LV1.
Actual Rate of Fire......22, 26 Advanced Trigger Filter Setup......36 ALARM......25, 41, 84 AUTO OFF......39, 83 AUX OUT......22, 23, 39, 83 BACKLIGHT......10, 38, 83 Basic Trigger Filter Set-up......36 Battery......7, 21, 22, 37,64, 65, 66, 71 Battery Level Indicator......25 Bearing Carrier Assembly......54, 55, 77 Bearing Carrier Screw...... 54, 55, 77, 79 BLU LEVEL......38, 83 Bolt......47, 64, 65, 67, 69, 71, 74, 80 Bolt Insert......74, 80 Bolt Pin......64, 74, 80 Bolt Plunger......74 Bolt Spring......
NPPL......29, 81 Parameters......10, 26, 27, 28 PCB Retaining Screw......79 Peak Rate of Fire......22, 26 Pipe Nut.....15, 71, 80 Plastic Push Button Strip......71 POPS Body......76 POP Bonnet......76 POPS Insert......76 POPS Pin......76 POP Retaining Screws......76, 79 PRESET......29, 81 PSP 10......29, 81 PSP 12......29, 81 PULL PT......35, 82 PULL TM......35, 82 Purge Poppet Assembly......71 Push Operated Purge System (POPS)......71 Rammer Bumper......74 Rammer Cap......74 Rammer Shaft......74 RAMP......
ART# MAN0003_V3 EN This product is covered by and / or Licensed under one or more of the following patents; G.B. Patents; 2,342,710; 2,345,953; 2,352,022; 2,391,292; 2,391,063; U.S.
