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Coin Jam in Acceptor Path

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Coin Jam in Acceptor Path

This procedure is designed to safely clear any coin jams that have occurred within the coin acceptance path of the MDB coin mechanism.

Low VoltageTechnician5-10 min
Payments5 stepstechnician-advanced

Qualified technician handoff: stop before live electrical testing, sealed-system refrigeration work, compressor service, or protected-compartment access unless a qualified technician is handling the work.

  • Repeated jams from same acceptor: Inspect coin path for burrs or damage. Consider mechanism replacement.
  • If repeated jams occur from the same acceptor, escalate this to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection of the coin path for internal wear or damage.
  • Any work involving the electrical connections to the coin acceptor must be performed by a qualified technician.

Checklist

Guided Diagnostic Steps

Work from low-risk checks toward technician-level inspection only when evidence supports it.

Printable checklist

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  1. 1

    Ensure the machine is powered down before accessing the coin acceptor...

    technician-advancedtechnician

    Ensure the machine is powered down before accessing the coin acceptor area.

    Flashlight or Work Light
    Stop conditions
    • If repeated jams occur from the same acceptor, escalate this to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection of the coin path for internal wear or damage.
    • Any work involving the electrical connections to the coin acceptor must be performed by a qualified technician.

    Expected: Initial condition is documented before deeper diagnosis.

    Evidence to note: note

  2. 2

    Use a flashlight to visually inspect the coin path for visible obstru...

    technician-advancedtechnician

    Use a flashlight to visually inspect the coin path for visible obstructions.

    Flashlight or Work Light
    Stop conditions
    • If repeated jams occur from the same acceptor, escalate this to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection of the coin path for internal wear or damage.
    • Any work involving the electrical connections to the coin acceptor must be performed by a qualified technician.

    Expected: Initial condition is documented before deeper diagnosis.

    Evidence to note: note

  3. 3

    Gently inspect the coin acceptor path for any visible jammed coins.

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    Gently inspect the coin acceptor path for any visible jammed coins.

    Flashlight or Work Light
    Stop conditions
    • If repeated jams occur from the same acceptor, escalate this to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection of the coin path for internal wear or damage.
    • Any work involving the electrical connections to the coin acceptor must be performed by a qualified technician.

    Expected: Result is documented before continuing the route.

    Evidence to note: note

  4. 4

    If a jam is found, carefully remove the coin without using metal tool...

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    If a jam is found, carefully remove the coin without using metal tools that could cause damage.

    Flashlight or Work Light
    Stop conditions
    • If repeated jams occur from the same acceptor, escalate this to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection of the coin path for internal wear or damage.
    • Any work involving the electrical connections to the coin acceptor must be performed by a qualified technician.

    Expected: Result is documented before continuing the route.

    Evidence to note: note

  5. 5

    Verify that the coin mechanism is securely seated after clearing the...

    technician-advancedtechnician

    Verify that the coin mechanism is securely seated after clearing the jam.

    Flashlight or Work Light
    Stop conditions
    • If repeated jams occur from the same acceptor, escalate this to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection of the coin path for internal wear or damage.
    • Any work involving the electrical connections to the coin acceptor must be performed by a qualified technician.

    Expected: Result is documented before continuing the route.

    Evidence to note: note

Tools for this route

Flashlight or Work Light

Parts status

Exact public parts list not verified yet. Use this route to identify the system before ordering.

Candidate areas for part verification

Payment componentsMDB Coin MechanismMDB Communication HarnessMain Controller BoardPower CordMain Fuse

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