01 PLANET ECLIPSE: MG 100 USER MANUAL / ENGLISH MG 100 SHAPED ROUND COMPATIBLE
02 WARNINGS READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE ! THE PLANET ECLIPSE MG 100 IS NOT A TOY. PAINTBALL SAFETY RULES MUST BE FOLLOWED AT ALL TIMES. ! areless or improper use of the MG 100, including failure to follow C instructions and warnings within this User Manual could cause serious injury or death. ! Do not remove or deface any warnings attached to the MG 100.
03 03 WARNINGS READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE ! Persons under 18 years of age must have adult supervision when using or handling the MG 100. ! Use only professional paintball fields where codes of safety are strictly enforced. ! Use compressed air/nitrogen only. Do not use any other compressed gas or pressurised liquid including CO2. ! lways follow instructions, warnings and guidelines given with any A first stage regulator you use with the MG 100.
04 CONTENTS QUICK START (06 - 30) MAINTENANCE (31 - 33) 06 08 10 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 24 25 26 28 30 31 32 Setting up the MG 100 - MagFed Setting up the MG 100 - Hopper Fed The MG 100 safety button Changing between MagFed and Hopper Fed Inserting the magazine Removing the magazine Loading / Reloading Changing magazine springs Attaching a PAL loader system Attaching a generic loader Attaching a front shroud Accessory mounting Attaching a stock Velocity adjustment Detents Unloading the MG 100 - M
05 T O G E W UR YO CK!!! BA MG 100 FOLLOW OUR OFFICIAL PLANET ECLIPSE SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNELS TO KEEP UP TO DATE WITH OUR TECH SUPPORT EVENTS CALENDAR. O SE PR P I L L C TS AL NET E N A E L V P E F LL AT RMY O NTBA RE TH U S E OUR A TTEND PAI AK R ARE TO M SA E D K L R R A TECH S, O PSE M T ALL TIME HE W I T L R C E E OV UR S, A ND YO CYLINDER A U YO LL S.
06 QUICK START SETTING UP THE MG 100 MAGFED FIG-1 2 3 B E C D 1 A J H I MG 100 F G 4 5
07 QUICK START SETTING UP THE MG 100 MAGFED FIG-1 1 IMPORTANT! To enable SAFE/FIRE see pages 10-11. 2 IMPORTANT! The feedtube plug must be fitted correctly for the MG 100 to operate in magfed mode. 3 IMPORTANT! Safety precaution if marker fires accidentally. 4 IMPORTANT! Always ensure marker is de-gassed when setting up. 5 NEVER use CO2. Only use compressed air or Nitrogen. A Push the safety button to SAFE before you begin. B Make sure the MG 100 is in Magfed mode.
08 QUICK START SETTING UP THE MG 100 HOPPER FED FIG-1 J 2 3 B G E F 1 A L D C K MG 100 H I 4 5
09 QUICK START SETTING UP THE MG 100 HOPPER FED FIG-1 A Push the safety button to SAFE before you begin. 1 IMPORTANT! To enable SAFE/FIRE see pages 10-11. 2 IMPORTANT! Hopper will not attach if PAL feedneck is not fitted. B Make sure the MG 100 is in hopper fed mode. Attach the PAL feedneck (see pags 12-13). 3 Insert the dummy magazine into magazine well. Make sure the magazine clicks securely into place. IMPORTANT! Safety precaution if marker fires accidentally.
QUICK START THE MG 100 SAFETY BUTTON SAFE FIG-1 FIG-1 The safety button A is located on the frame and is used to switch between safe (PUSH SAFE) and fire (PUSH FIRE). A PUSH SAFE Push the safety button A in from the left side of the frame to make the MG 100 safe. FIG-2 The button will click firmly into position B and will sit flush with the frame. The trigger will be locked and the marker will not fire.
QUICK START THE MG 100 SAFETY BUTTON FIRE FIG-1 FIG-1 The safety button A is located on the frame and is used to switch between safe (PUSH SAFE) and fire (PUSH FIRE). A PUSH FIRE Push the safety button A in from the right side of the frame to make the MG 100 ready to fire. FIG-2 The button will click firmly into position B and will sit flush with the frame. The trigger will be unlocked and the marker will fire.
QUICK START CHANGING BETWEEN MAGFED AND HOPPER FED To switch from magazine fed to hopper fed simply follow these basic steps. FIG-1 A FIG-2 FIG-1 Locate the PAL feedtube plug screw A . FIG-2 5/32 Rotate the PAL feedtube plug screw A counter-clockwise to remove using a 5/32 hex key. A FIG-3 Using the 5/32 hex key, bend the arms of the feedtube plug apart B and release the plug from the body. FIG-3 FIG-4 B Once released, simply pull the feedtube plug away from the body B .
QUICK START CHANGING BETWEEN MAGFED AND HOPPER FED FIG-5 C D FIG-5 Insert the PAL plunger C into the plunger receiver D . FIG-6 E ! FIG-6 Gently slide the PAL feedneck E over the plunger being careful not to damage it until the feedneck sits at a slight forwards leaning angle. Then push the feedneck down towards the back to level it out until it clicks into place. FIG-7 Rotate the PAL feedtube plug screw A clockwise to replace it using a 5/32 hex key.
QUICK START INSERTING THE MAGAZINE FIG-1 FIG-1 B When inserting the magazine. A into the magazine well, firstly make sure the magazine release latch B moves freely forwards and backwards between the locked and unlocked positions. FIG-2 A Push the magazine A firmly into the magazine well until the magazine clicks securely into place. The magazine is now engaged and ready to use. 1 IMPORTANT! If the magazine latch is damaged the magazine will not securely engage.
QUICK START REMOVING THE MAGAZINE FIG-1 FIG-1 B A When removing the magazine A from the magazine well push and hold the magazine latch B inwards into the unlocked position. 1 FIG-2 With the magazine latch held in the unlocked position B pull the magazine A downwards until it has fully cleared the magazine well. FIG-2 FIG-3 FIG-3 Once the magazine A has been fully removed release the magazine latch B so that it sits in the locked position (facing outwards).
QUICK START FIG-1 LOADING / RELOADING FIG-2 ! B FIG-3 A ! A Loading Paintballs FIG-1 Cover both magazine chambers with your hand then pull one magazine chamber cover A down to open. C FIG-2 Insert paintballs B one by one into the magazine chamber. FIG-3 Once 5 or 10 rounds are loaded (capacity dependant) press gently downwards to engage the follower retainer. Next press the chamber cover release button C to close A . Repeat for the next chamber.
QUICK START FIG-1 CHANGING MAGAZINE SPRINGS FIG-2 C FIG-1 Slide the spring retention plate A away from the magazine base in the direction shown on the plate. The springs B will pop out. FIG-3 B FIG-2 The followers C will drop to the bottom of the magazine chamber. Pull the magazine chamber cover down and the follower will drop out. A FIG-3 With the magazine upside down, fully retract each magazine chamber cover to allow the followers to fall down into the magazine.
QUICK START FIG-1 ATTACHING A PAL LOADER SYSTEM C ! FIG-1 A Push the PAL loader A into the PAL feedneck assembly B as per any other loader. Ensure the PAL agitation plate actuator C aligns with the PAL plunger in the front of the PAL feedneck assembly to work correctly. B FIG-2 The PAL feedneck assembly B has a recess in the rear to assist with alignment of the PAL loader. When fitting the PAL loader make sure the dimple D sits centrally within the recess.
QUICK START ATTACHING A GENERIC LOADER FIG-1 A FIG-1 Push the loader A into the PAL feedneck assembly B as normal. FIG-2 B If the loader doesn’t fit correctly use the clamping feedneck lever E to loosen / tighten accordingly. FIG-2 NOTICE! Although the PAL plunger will still activate when fired, NO gas is wasted nor is the efficiency of the MG 100 affected in any way.
QUICK START FIG-1 ATTACHING A FRONT SHROUD B C A FIG-1 1 To attach the front shroud and complete the full MG 100 rail kit setup simply push the front shroud section A over the barrel B and into the body section C . Check the angle of the connecting sections so it slots together correctly. Push together firmly so both sections fit.
QUICK START FIG-1 ACCESSORY MOUNTING A FIG-1 To attach after-market accessories to the shroud sections you must first remove and separate both halves of the shroud A . Use the 5/32 hex key to remove the 6 shroud screws B rotating counter-clockwise. Then separate both halves of the shroud. FIG-2 Attach a third party picatinny rail section C by inserting the wingnuts E on the inside of the shroud section in the desired position.
QUICK START FIG-1 ATTACHING A STOCK A FIG-2 A A The MG 100 will only accept Tippmann98™ style stock buffer tubes using the adaptors supplied. FIG-1 The stock B can be fitted to the MG 100 using the drop stock adaptor A and is secured using the two screws provided C . B FIG-2 Attach half of the drop stock adaptor A to the stock and hold in place. C FIG-3 A FIG-4 D FIG-3 Screw both halves of the drop stock adaptor together A .
QUICK START FIG-7 ATTACHING A STOCK FIG-8 E F FIG-7 The blanking plug E needs to be removed from the MG 100. FIG-8 Swing the blanking plug latch F towards the back of the marker to release the blanking plug. FIG-9 FIG-10 FIG-9 The blanking plug E will slide out from the MG 100 body with ease. FIG-10 Insert the stock assembly G into the back of the MG 100 using the top and bottom tabs to guide it.
QUICK START VELOCITY ADJUSTMENT FIG-1 FIG-1 Insert a 1/8 hex key A into the velocity adjuster screw B to alter the velocity of the MG 100. Adjusting the velocity: 1 Turn the hex key clockwise to reduce velocity. 2 Turn the hex key counter-clockwise to increase velocity. 3 Fire two clearing shots after each velocity adjustment for an accurate velocity reading. 1 DO NOT turn the adjuster screw in too far. This will prevent the MG 100 from firing. 2 DO NOT exceed 300 FPS when using .
QUICK START DETENTS FIG-1 The MG 100 rubber detents (see Fig-2) hold each paintball in place until ready to fire. This prevents paintballs from rolling down the barrel and maintains feed consistency. B These can be removed for cleaning or replacement. C FIG-1 A Use a 5/64” (2mm) hex key A to remove the detent cover screw B by rotating counter-clockwise. This will release the detent cover C (see Fig-2).
QUICK START UNLOADING THE MG 100 MAGFED FIG-1 5 1 B I G 2 A H E 4 C D 3 F MG 100
QUICK START UNLOADING THE MG 100 MAGFED FIG-1 A Push the safety button to SAFE before you begin unloading. B Attach a barrel blocking device. C nsure the marker is de-gassed. E Push in and hold the POPS button and pull the POPS bonnet away from the POPS body. D Remove the preset air system. Rotate the air system counter-clockwise from the ASA body. E Depress and hold the magazine latch. To release the magazine from the magazine well. F Remove the magazine.
QUICK START UNLOADING THE MG 100 HOPPER FED FIG-1 E 5 B G 1 2 A F I 4 C D J MG 100 H 3
QUICK START UNLOADING THE MG 100 HOPPER FED FIG-1 A Push the safety button to SAFE before you begin. B Attach a barrel blocking device. C nsure the marker is de-gassed. E Push in and hold the POPS button and pull the POPS bonnet away from the POPS body. D Remove the preset air system. Rotate the air system counter-clockwise from the ASA body. E Remove loader/hopper. Open the clamping feedneck lever to loosen. Ensure the breech is clear of paintballs. F Remove barrel blocking device.
QUICK START STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION 1 Your MG 100 must be clear of all paint and propellant during transportation or storage. 9 Observe and obey all local and national laws concerning the transportation of paintball markers. 2 Make sure the safety button is set to SAFE. 10 3 Remove the barrel from the marker. Use the box in which the marker was originally supplied to protect the marker against rough handling during transport.
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MAINTENANCE FAULT FINDING TABLES SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE The gasket between the three-way body and gun body, o-ring on air transfer pipe or the gasket under the three-way plate are damaged or dirty. Ensure the gasket is seated correctly. Replace the gaskets if damaged using MG 100 parts kit. Check condition of the air transfer pipe 010 NBR70 o-ring. The three-way is over-pressurised. Check the output pressure of the inline regulator and adjust accordingly.
MAINTENANCE FAULT FINDING TABLES SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The air system is not fully engaged. Screw in the air system until it fully engages. The MG 100 does not fire. The POPS bonnet is not engaged. Make sure the POPS bonnet is pushed towards the POPS body. The three-way is damaged. Replace the three-way. Low constant velocity. The inline regulator output pressure set too low. Increase the output pressure of the inline regulator. High velocity first shot.
TECHNICAL PARTS LIST FIG-1 1 2 17 4 5 3 6 8 9 7 11 10 14 13 16 12 15 MG 100
TECHNICAL PARTS LIST FIG-1 1 Feedtube plug / Clamping feedtube assembly 10 Frame assembly 2 Marker body shell 11 Trigger assembly 3 Back cap 12 Grip retaining clip 4 Bolt assembly 13 Regulator assembly 5 Rubber detent 14 Magazine well 6 Safety switch 15 ASA assembly 7 Three-way assembly 16 Magazine release catch assembly 8 Rear frame screw 17 Barrel o-ring #016 NBR70 9 Front frame screw MG 100
TECHNICAL MG 100 INLINE REGULATOR 1 FIG-1 Regulator spring 2 Inlet pipe Regulator seal Regular body Regulator body o-rings #015 NBR70 Adjuster top Adjuster o-ring #011 NBR70 Regulator piston Adjuster external o-ring #011 NBR70 Purge poppet 3 Purge poppet spring Adjuster bottom MG 100 #010 NBR70 Piston o-ring 14 x 2 NBR70 #010 NBR70 Regulator cap Adjuster internal o-ring #008 NBR70 1 Reset the MG 100 regulator to factory after re-assembly.
TECHNICAL THREE-WAY ASSEMBLY FIG-1 Three-way valve gasket Three-way valve cap MG 100 transfer block Three-way valve spool Three-way valve gasket 4 x 1 NBR70 Three-way valve body #6 Seal (custom) #6 Seal (custom) MG 100
TECHNICAL BOLT ASSEMBLY (68CAL) FIG-1 #014 NBR70 14 x 2 NBR70 10-32 UNF x 0.
TECHNICAL PUSH ON PURGE SYSTEM (POPS) FIG-1 POPS body #004 NBR70 POPS pin POPS insert External o-ring #007 NBR70 POPS bonnet Internal o-ring #005 NBR90 #004 NBR70 Push rod Latch spring Latch button MG 100 POPS screw 10-32 UNF x 1” cap head socket
TECHNICAL FRAME ASSEMBLY FIG-1 13 FIG-1 12 1 Magazine well 2 Safety button 3 Three-way body pin with 3x1 NBR70 o-ring 4 Magazine latch pivot pin 5 Magazine release catch 6 Magazine latch spring 7 MG 100 frame 8 POPS ASA retaining nuts 9 POPS ASA screws 10-32 UNF x 1” cap head socket 10 Trigger 11 Trigger spring 12 Trigger plate 13 Trigger plate retaining screws 14 Three-way assembly 15 Three-way push pin 16 Trigger pin 17 Push pin retainer with 3x1 NBR70 o-ring MG
TECHNICAL FEEDNECK AND PAL PLUNGER FIG-1 FIG-1 The MG 100 PAL clamping feedneck incorporates our Deftek system (patent pending), meaning the feedneck is designed to be slightly offset to neutralise any paintball bounce-back, providing the optimum paintball feed system.
TECHNICAL TWO-PIECE GRIPS FIG-1 A The MG 100’s toolless two-piece grip system makes it incredibly easy to remove and clean the grips after a big day out in the field. FIG-1 A Locate and pull back the rear grip locking tab. B Use the finger recess to help release the rear grip section. C Once released, fully remove the rear grip section from the frame. D The front grip section can now be released and removed.
TECHNICAL MAGAZINE FIG-1 FIG-1 1 Magazine shells 2 Magazine chamber covers 3 Magazine chamber cover springs 4 Followers 5 Follower springs 6 Follower retention clips 7 Spring retention plate 8 Magazine screws 1 4 4 1 2 2 8 6 6 5 5 3 3 MG 100 7
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SUPPORT INDEX A Accessories: 21,44 Air system: 07,09,10,11,27,29,33,47 ASTM standard: 02 G Grip: 42 H Hopper fed: 09,12,13,28,29 B Barrel: 02,07,09,10,11,20,24,25,27,29,30,32,33 Blanking plug: 23 Bolt assembly: 38 M C Chamber cover: 16,17,43 Compressed air: 03,07,09 Magazine: 02,04,07,09,12,13,14,15,16,17,27,29,32,43 Magazine chamber: 16,17 Magazine latch: 09,13,14,15,27,29 Magazine well: 02,07,09,13,14,15,27,29 Magfed: 07,12,13,26,27 Maintenance: 02,04,31,32 D P Deftek: 41 Detents: 25,32,
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