Midway Hydro Thunder, Operation Manual

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Troubleshooting 6-2
Coin Mechanism and Pricing Troubleshooting Table
SYMPTOM CAUSE REQUIRED ACTION
Improper settings at
Pricing Menu
1. Enter Menu System by pressing and holding
TEST MODE switch inside coin door. From
Diagnostics Menu, choose SWITCH TEST. Use
tests to confirm operation of switches.
2. From Adjustments Menu, choose PRICING
MENU. Verify that units and credits are set
correctly.
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VGM (video game machine)
accepts currency or tokens,
but number of credits per
coin or bill is incorrect.
Faulty wiring
1. Check that cabinet wiring is correct for this VGM.
2. Assure that coin meter and coin switches
connect properly to control input wires.
Improper currency
1. Unlock and open cash door. Empty cash box.
Inspect revenue for counterfeit currency.
2. Check vault. Remove any items that block path
from mechanism.
Faulty coin
mechanism
1. Unlock and open coin door. Check each
mechanism for proper mounting.
2. Remove mechanism.
3. Clear currency path.
4. Reinstall mechanism and latch it.
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VGM won’t accept currency
or tokens.
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VGM won’t start.
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Audio and video are present.
Tilted coin
mechanism or VGM
1. Verify that mechanism is level after doors close.
2. Repair or replace coin door if it is bent or
damaged.
3. If necessary, adjust cabinet leg levelers to keep
mechanisms vertical.
Burned-out bulb 1. Burned-out bulbs may appear white or darkened.
Check continuity with DVM.
2. Replace burned-out bulb with same type.
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Coin indicators don’t light
Open fuse circuit 1. Check fuse continuity with DVM.
2. If fuse is blown, replace fuse with same type.
3. If fuse isn’t blown, check wiring.
CAUTION: Don’t remove or install any connector when power is turned on. Installation
under power will damage the circuit boards or hard disk drive and void the warranty.