corncoast Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 Hello All I saw an older post regarding the old metal Maka bill acceptors and some folks suggesting to try cleaning and/or replacing the belts. Another guy said it could be a bent mouthpiece. is the Mouthpiece the metal tab things that are located a 1/2 inch or so up from the opening? Also wondering....I'm thinking of just trying a new belt kit. I ordered a replacement bill acceptor, but it didn't seem like our machine was outputting power through the 12pt harness. Does anyone have an opinion on whether or not it's still worth trying to repair these? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chard Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 Not knowing what machine you have the answer is still the same, replace the old Maka for something newer (MEI 2501) that will work well into the future. None of the repair facilities that I know of still repairs these units nor even carry parts for them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYCandyMaN Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 https://www.ebay.com/i/142916743333?chn=ps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corncoast Posted June 12, 2019 Author Share Posted June 12, 2019 49 minutes ago, NYCandyMan said: https://www.ebay.com/i/142916743333?chn=ps Haha, thanks, that's exactly what I need. We are actually selling this machine and if a belt replacement will get it to where it needs to be, it could work for another couple of years, right? I did actually try an MEI 2501, but like I said, for whatever reason, it was not turning on when connected. I think I need to stick with the connection as shown in the link above for now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orsd Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 Can you elaborate on the 2501 issue? Also, was it a known good validator? I say this because getting the 2501 working is a much better option and will bring more when it’s time to sell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corncoast Posted June 13, 2019 Author Share Posted June 13, 2019 Hi...there's really not much I can tell you. There was just no power at all. I thought about taking my multimeter over there at some point to see if the mech is even outputting power. Any advice/ideas are always appreciated, thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corncoast Posted June 13, 2019 Author Share Posted June 13, 2019 3 minutes ago, orsd said: Can you elaborate on the 2501 issue? Also, was it a known good validator? I say this because getting the 2501 working is a much better option and will bring more when it’s time to sell. Oh sorry,and to answer your question,yes,it was known to be good -at least as far as I was told by the seller. I don't have another machine to test it on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orsd Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 (edited) Ok, so what symptoms is the old maka exhibiting? Is it getting power? Because if the Maka shows no signs of life at all it may be the wiring in the machine. Edited June 14, 2019 by orsd 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corncoast Posted June 14, 2019 Author Share Posted June 14, 2019 No,that's the thing....it works totally fine other than having trouble pulling bills in way too often. That's why I'm really inclined to try the new belts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corncoast Posted June 14, 2019 Author Share Posted June 14, 2019 20 minutes ago, orsd said: Ok, so what symptoms is the old maka exhibiting? Is it getting power? Because if the Maka shows no signs of life at all it may be the wiring in the machine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southeast Treats Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 I have no issues with upgrading the 120 v maka usually, but the 24 volt units are another story... ordered some "24 Volt" maka to mars conversion harnesses, they came in with the 120 volt maka connectors, when I checked with the seller I was told the 24 v connectors are not made anymore and "just force it together". So far that has not worked for me... at this point I am thinking I need to just replace the machines so that I can add cashless anyway. FYI for anyone who cares, GS Vending Repair in Orlando will still work on the Maka's, although parts can be scarce... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corncoast Posted June 14, 2019 Author Share Posted June 14, 2019 6 minutes ago, Southeast Treats said: I have no issues with upgrading the 120 v maka usually, but the 24 volt units are another story... ordered some "24 Volt" maka to mars conversion harnesses, they came in with the 120 volt maka connectors, when I checked with the seller I was told the 24 v connectors are not made anymore and "just force it together". So far that has not worked for me... at this point I am thinking I need to just replace the machines so that I can add cashless anyway. FYI for anyone who cares, GS Vending Repair in Orlando will still work on the Maka's, although parts can be scarce... Interesting, thanks! If someone else is still repairing them, then there's no reason for me not to try! Thanks to someone for putting that nice video on YouTube showing how to change those out. Without that, I wouldn't be trying anything Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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