I started this thread because it seems there is little info on thiese forums about the older Rowe models and specifically the BC-9 which I purchased for $40 about a month ago. I was unable to located a (affordable) manual so most of my troubleshooting has been with comparisons to newer models, trial and error, and common sense. Still there are many in this hobby wanting to repair their equipment who may not be technically inclined and could use some guidance. I will add more info as I go along on restoring my machine to usable condition.
There is a lot of great info about all Rowe changer models at:
http://www.eastcoastamusements.com/coin-op-service/bruno-s-page/
It is a bit hard to read at times if you are not familiar with the units described. I would like to take some of the maintenance and repair tasks described in those articles and put pictures with them.
So my first post, which I will do after work tonight, will be about modding the unit with a lighted pushbutton to dispense coins but still be able to indicate errors properly.
I ask anyone with knowledge to help with posting info here. Many tutorials will work for different models. If anyone knows how to service the original bill validators and could make a small tutorial that would be great as it is the info I need now as well!
Thanks in advance!
My down and dirty $40 BC-9a
There is a lot of great info about all Rowe changer models at:
http://www.eastcoastamusements.com/coin-op-service/bruno-s-page/
It is a bit hard to read at times if you are not familiar with the units described. I would like to take some of the maintenance and repair tasks described in those articles and put pictures with them.
So my first post, which I will do after work tonight, will be about modding the unit with a lighted pushbutton to dispense coins but still be able to indicate errors properly.
I ask anyone with knowledge to help with posting info here. Many tutorials will work for different models. If anyone knows how to service the original bill validators and could make a small tutorial that would be great as it is the info I need now as well!
Thanks in advance!
My down and dirty $40 BC-9a
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