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    Default How do I determine what model machine I have in preparation for a restore

    Good Afternoon - How do I determine what model I have? On the machine it shows a 239D, but I dont know if that's it. I added photos here showing the machine. Based on the machine (and my newness here) I am trying to also find a wiring diagram so I can repair and restore the machine. Happy with any help provided. Looking forward to learning....
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    Default Re: How do I determine what model machine I have in preparation for a restore

    it looks like it doesnt need any repair, aside from the optional lights.

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    I can't recall where I found this picture, but you may find it helpful in getting your lights working.
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    Default Re: How do I determine what model machine I have in preparation for a restore

    Minor note regarding above circuit: top-most bulb's wire leading to switch should be black--a ground. A switch always breaks either a ground or a power line, never both.

    I'm strictly being technical--schematic looks good otherwise.

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    Quote Originally Posted by machgo View Post
    Minor note regarding above circuit: top-most bulb's wire leading to switch should be black--a ground. A switch always breaks either a ground or a power line, never both.

    I'm strictly being technical--schematic looks good otherwise.
    Good catch, you are correct, only 1 switch is required.

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    I think you may be misunderstanding--the switch is fine. The schematic should show a black line running to the top light FROM the switch. The light shows 2 red lines. You could make all the lines black, and rely on the "+" and ground symbols for polarity. But since color coding was used, which is fairly routine, red is usually power, and black is ground. The top light has 2 power lines...

    I don't want to make a tempest in a tea cup, the schematic is good.

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    Quote Originally Posted by machgo View Post
    I think you may be misunderstanding--the switch is fine. The schematic should show a black line running to the top light FROM the switch. The light shows 2 red lines. You could make all the lines black, and rely on the "+" and ground symbols for polarity. But since color coding was used, which is fairly routine, red is usually power, and black is ground. The top light has 2 power lines...

    I don't want to make a tempest in a tea cup, the schematic is good.
    I should have slowed down and re-read your post before I replied. 2 switches, 1 for low ball hopper, other for jackpot, color coding on top lamp is incorrect, my photoshop skill are nil otherwise I'd fix it.

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    Thanks folks. I appreciate the diagram and the information. Next up... Where can you buy the replacement switches and posts? All of the radio shacks are gone.... :o( (Do I just assume Amazon??)

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    Quote Originally Posted by Dwilson View Post
    Thanks folks. I appreciate the diagram and the information. Next up... Where can you buy the replacement switches and posts? All of the radio shacks are gone.... :o( (Do I just assume Amazon??)
    Check this thread out, I think this may be what you're looking for.

    https://www.pachitalk.com/forums/sho...-Leaf-switches

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