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   Message 68 of 1,635   
   John Robertson to Ken G.   
   Re: Wurlitzer 3200 select problem   
   26 Feb 10 21:50:18   
   
   From: spam@flippers.com   
      
   Ken G. wrote:   
   > Ok i fiddled around with it more and found the latch parts you mention   
   > all behind the keyboard .   
   > The latch solenoid is there . When the machine is powered on and   
   > credited the solenoid energizes and the make selection light comes on .   
   > When i push one button of any kind the solenoid lets out then back in   
   > and the button never stays down .   
   > If i hold one button down after it clunks and try pushing another button   
   > nothing happens .   
   >   
   > If i quickly push 2 buttons down the solenoid lets out then right back   
   > in and the machine starts playing , again no buttons stay down at all .   
   > And as before i still have to push the 2 buttons several times to get it   
   > to take off & play .   
   >   
   > The whole machine is in real good clean condition , better than usuall   
   > No messes .   
   > All those parts behind the keyboard look almost like new .   
   > I did try adjusting a few thngs by loostening their screws and moving   
   > the part a little . I also made sure all those contact blades are moving   
   > correctly and making contact   
   > It does select a little better but not right ;   
   > I have restored many jukeboxes but this one has me stumped a little .   
   >   
   > Thanks for yor info !   
   >   
      
   Check the latch switches, I suspect the problem is there. You do need a   
   manual to set them up correctly...there are even downloadable manuals if   
   you hunt around a bit...   
      
   John :-#)#   
      
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