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Replacing Line Cords, Plugs & Wall Sockets- Vid's Guide

By vid1900

9 years ago


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    Post #4 This post describes what each terminal in a new plug is for. Posted by vid1900 (9 years ago)

    Post #6 This post is step two in replacing the plug on your old cord. Posted by vid1900 (9 years ago)


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    #185 5 years ago

    Hello:

    I have a "reimported" Flight 2000 (this is my first machine). Here is the inside where the power cord connects to the game. Outside of the game, it looks like the European cable was cut then spliced with a length of US extension cord with a 3 prong plug. I'd like to replace the entire cord to get rid of the silly looking splice. Earlier in the thread, Vid noted what wire of the European cord corresponds to the US ones - so I think I am OK there just swapping one for one. Does the rest look wired correctly? Can you tell if the MOV is 130V or 275V and I do not see a thermistor as has been discussed earlier - should I install that as well? Lastly, should I replace the on/off toggle switch on the bottom of the playfield?

    What I am trying to accomplish is to ensure that the game is safe to play - I have no idea who did the conversion back to 110V from 220V. Currently all seems to work well over the month or so we have had the game and while I am prone to let sleeping dogs lie, I would like to have a better looking power cord.

    Thanks!

    Jim

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    #187 5 years ago

    Power cord replaced over the weekend - many thanks to Vid's guide helping me decipher the European colors on the old cord. Is it OK to coil up a little of the length into the cabinet?

    #189 5 years ago
    Quoted from YeOldPinPlayer:

    Define "a little". As long as its not going to interfere with anything or lay somewhere to rub through the insulation and eventually short out it's fine.
    If you're trying to store a few thousand feet for your next 457 projects no.

    HA! Just about 2 feet or so. I'll coil and make sure it is free from obstructions. Thanks!

    Jim

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