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puffling 3
03-29-2005, 06:59 PM
what are solenoids?
Everlight389
03-29-2005, 07:39 PM
A solenoid is a electronically controlled valve that directs the airflow. The simplest example would be a solenoid in the dishwasher that turns the water on and off.
milkydude8
03-29-2005, 08:39 PM
solenoid is a electronically controlled valve that directs the airflow.
Correct, that is the simplest way to put it. Also keep in mind it is one of the more expensive and complex parts found in a paintball marker, so take care of it and be careful when running a maintenance check on one.
Lord Delta
03-30-2005, 08:04 PM
What kind of maintenance does the solenoid on the Ion need?
Everlight389
03-30-2005, 08:29 PM
Generally you take out the parts, clean them off, get out the "gunk", regrease, and put it back together.
i thoughbt it said not to grease:eyes:
Everlight389
03-30-2005, 08:35 PM
Originally posted by DSF
i thoughbt it said not to grease:eyes:
Depends on the make of the solenoid.
Lord Delta
03-30-2005, 09:14 PM
We're talking about Ion solenoids.
So you disassemble the solenoid and clean it?
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