Coastal Amusements

Slam Dunk Prize Stocking

Your Slam Dunk is equipped with software and micro-switches to detect when a prize has been vended. For optimal performance there are a few points that must be considered. The prize spirals rotate roughly 10–12 seconds during prize payout, Prizes stocked in the game must be placed on the prize screws not more than three segments apart on the spirals and can be placed as close as every spiral, depending on the size of the prize. Prizes should not be so large as to not allow them to sit properly on the prize spiral, or to get hung up on the side nets. Shape also plays a role. Prizes with parts that stick out may have a tendency to get hung up in the nets or on each other.

Care should be observed during restocking to be sure that the detection switches on the end of the spirals are not damaged. The following procedure should be used to refill the machine.

  1. Remove the prize retention rods from each spiral to be restocked by unscrewing it until it comes free.
  2. Place the hangers for the prizes completely around the prize spiral and supporting arm, be sure that the prizes are not spaced more then three turns apart, or closer then every turn, depending on the size of the prize, and the hangers are not improperly wrapped around the spiral or each other. Also be sure that any knots or other securing devices on the hangers do not interfere with the prize spiral or cause it to bind.
  3. Reinsert the retaining rod and screw in to secure. Do not use tools to tighten the rod or difficult removal could result at the next restocking. Be sure that the retaining rod is above all of the prize hangers and that it does not interfere with the hangers. Placing the hangers on the retaining rod will not allow the prizes to vend properly and can result in unnecessary service calls. Repeat these procedures for each empty prize spiral.
  4. After the machine has been completely restocked, turn the power to the machine off, press and hold the prize select button, and turn the machine on. This will reset the software and activate all spirals.
  5. After the LED displays come up release the prize select button, the machine will then give a series of three “horn blasts” that let you know that the reset has been successful.
  6. To double check, coin the machine up and sequence through the prize spirals making sure that each one can be selected. Should any of the spirals not be selectable check to be sure that the detection switch at the end of the spiral is functioning correctly.

    7. Following the above procedures should allow many hours of carefree operation for your Slam Dunk.