Quoted from mattbirk:
So the game was in free mode previously so I thought, but I tried this and manually hit the coin button...boom, the playfield lights up! It also added credits to the back board, so I clicked it enough times to put 10 credits on the machine. Also, the flippers are working (but still very weak)! What is not working is that the ball is not getting pushed from the bottom over to the launcher. How do I begin troubleshooting what would prevent the ball from getting kicked over to the launcher? Also, the ball gets stuck between the two guide rails and doesn't get launched out.
Making progress here, I appreciate everyone's help so far. That issue appeared to be user error. I'm learning...
Also, the fuses I believe are all good, since I tested all four by moving them to the fuse slots that powered the back panel and all four worked.
Thanks,
Matt
Hi Matt,
In the future, to check fuses, get yourself a Digital MultiMeter (DMM) pop each fuse out, one at a time. I generally use the diode setting to test for continuity (The triangle looking mode). That way you'll know which fuse, if any, needs to be replaced.
Glad it's working! We all took small steps to start. I'm in this thing about 2 years and learn something new every machine - both what to and what not to do!!!
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As to your ball not being pushed onto the launcher, is there a metal arm that is supposed to do this, or is it gravity fed? If it has an arm, you may need to test that coil. Also, check if there is a wire that may not be being pushed down. It's possible the machine doesn't realize there is a ball there. I'm not familiar with that game, but it could just be a switch adjustment.