Vend Motor Not Turning
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Vend Motor Not Turning
Diagnoses why a vend motor fails to rotate when a selection is made. Covers mechanical binding, harness, and motor drive signal checks.
- Multiple motors fail simultaneously: Suspect common cause such as controller or shared harness. Do not replace multiple motors without investigation
Checklist
Guided Diagnostic Steps
Work from low-risk checks toward technician-level inspection only when evidence supports it.
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- 1
Check for mechanical obstruction
owner-basicbasicWith machine powered off, attempt to rotate the affected spiral by hand. It should turn smoothly without binding.
Expected: Spiral rotates freely
Evidence to note: note
- 2
Verify motor harness connection
operator-intermediatebasicDisconnect and reconnect the motor harness at both the motor and the controller end. Inspect pins for damage.
Flashlight or Work LightExpected: Connector pins clean and connector seats firmly
Evidence to note: photo
- 3
Check for drive signal at motor connector
operator-intermediateintermediateWith the connector accessible, make a selection for the affected motor and measure for drive voltage at the motor connector.
Digital MultimeterExpected: Drive voltage present during vend command
Evidence to note: meter-reading
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Parts status
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Other Possible Issues
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