Planet Eclipse Etha Solenoid Replacement

  • Step 1 Regulator

    • Firmly grasp hold of the ring on the bottom of the 90 degree silver fitting on the front of the gun.

    • Pull hard, but slowly, on the macroline where it comes out of silver piece until it comes out.

    • The macroline is the black hose connecting the regulator to the tank connection.

  • Step 2

    • Remove the regulator by unscrewing it in a clockwise direction.

  • Step 3 Battery and Grip Panels

    • Use the 5/64" hex key to remove the screw shown.

    • Remove the grip panel by gently holding the bottom of the panel and lifting the panel off.

    • If you are only replacing the battery, skip the next step.

    • The screws in this guide are interchangeable with those shown in the Eyes replacement guide.

  • Step 4

    • Flip the marker over and use the 5/64" hex key to remove the screw shown.

    • Remove the grip panel by gently holding the bottom of the panel and lifting the panel off.

  • Step 5

    • Carefully remove the 9V battery and connector.

    • Remove the 9V battery from the connector.

  • Step 6 Frame

    • Carefully disconnect the three connectors from the circuit board.

    • Don't worry about remembering which direction the connectors go in, they will not fit in the board in the wrong direction.

  • Step 7

    • Use the 1/8" hex key to remove the two dome-headed screws by rotating them counter-clockwise.

  • Step 8

    • Be very careful during the step to avoid damage to the solenoid or wiring.

    • Gently separate the top and bottom of the marker.

  • Step 9 Solenoid

    • Remove the two black hex bolts that connect the solenoid mount to the body.

    • Use the 5/64" Allen Key to rotate each screw counter clockwise.

  • Step 10

    • Remove the two Phillips head screws that connect the solenoid to its mount.

    • Use a Phillip's head screwdriver and rotate each screw counter clockwise.

    • Do not attempt to dismantle the solenoid. Intentionally dismantling or tampering with the solenoid voids the manufacturer's warranty.