Eclipse ETEK 5 User Manual page 58

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FAULT FINDING
SYMPTOM
Although a fresh battery has been fitted, the ETEK5 will not
switch on.
The battery does not seem to last very long.
The ETEK5 leaks from the solenoid and/or manifold.
The ETEK5 leaks down the barrel.
Gas vents quickly down barrel as soon as it is gassed up.
58 ETEK5 MANUAL
How to resolve any problems
that may arise with your ETEK5.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The battery has drained on the shelf.
The battery connector is not making proper contact with the
battery.
The battery type is of a low quality.
Either of the two gaskets are damaged and/or not seated
correctly in its designated pocket in the manifold body.
Solenoid valve and/or manifold is over-pressurising.
Damaged or incorrect seals on rammer.
Damaged manifold inlet barb or low pressure hose.
Damaged ETEK5 solenoid valve.
Damaged exhaust valve.
Damaged valve guide.
Incorrect o-ring on the valve guide.
The exhaust valve has become jammed in the valve guide.
SOLUTION
Replace with another battery.
Disconnect the battery. Gently squeeze the large terminal
on the battery connector in order to reduce its diameter.
Reconnect the battery.
Use an alkaline or lithium battery. Do not use a low quality or
rechargeable battery.
Ensure the gasket is seated correctly.
Replace the gasket if damaged using the ETEK5 parts kit.
Check the LPR output pressure. Adjust accordingly.
Clean and inspect the LPR assembly paying particular
attention to the piston o-ring, piston tip and rubber seal.
Replace damaged components as necessary.
Replace seals.
Check low pressure hose for cuts or replace barb.
Replace ETEK5 solenoid valve.
Replace exhaust valve.
Replace valve guide and o-rings.
Replace front o-ring on valve guide with a new 013 NBR70
o-ring.
Replace exhaust valve and valve guide as necessary (see
Maintenance section).

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