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Weak flipper

By a0m82zz

3 years ago


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    #1 3 years ago

    Bally Amigo 1974 EM machine.....I have a weak left flipper. I just replaced the EOS switch. No difference. What is next likely culprit?

    #2 3 years ago

    Diagnosing by swapping parts left to right is easier than thinking.

    #3 3 years ago

    Could it be the flipper button leaf switch? I noticed the left and right leaf switches are different. Not a lot of spark.

    #4 3 years ago

    Also, check the adjustment of the EOS switches. If an EOS switch opens too early, you'll have a weaker flipper solenoid...

    #5 3 years ago

    Fred, how will I know if it opens too soon? Its brand new.

    #6 3 years ago
    Quoted from a0m82zz:

    Fred, how will I know if it opens too soon? Its brand new.

    Should look like this when the flipper is engaged.

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    #7 3 years ago

    Chuck, I adjusted the gap and it's much stronger. Thx

    2 weeks later
    #8 3 years ago

    How is best way to adjust flipper EOS switch when it gets weak?

    #9 3 years ago
    Quoted from a0m82zz:

    How is best way to adjust flipper EOS switch when it gets weak?

    For the most precise adjustments a switch adjustment tool is best.

    #10 3 years ago

    Thx. I'll order one.

    1 month later
    #11 3 years ago

    Why do I get a good spark sometimes and not others on my eos switch? Flipper is weak at times.

    #12 3 years ago

    Check the resistance across the closed EOS switch. If it's more than one ohm, clean the contacts with sandpaper and retest. The contacts often oxidize and don't show it. Very common for new high power EOS switches to have high resistance.

    Also make sure the two contacts are properly aligned when closed. Not off to one side or uneven in any way.

    1 week later
    #13 3 years ago

    Thank you.

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