Changer Inlet No Coins Sensed
Otis · 400 Elevator
What does Changer Inlet mean?
Indicates that no coins have been sensed by the coin acceptor for over 96 hours. This may be due to a blocked inlet, a faulty acceptor, or a lack of use, preventing coin acceptance.
Common Causes
- No coins detected by the coin acceptor for an extended period (over 96 hours).
- Blocked coin inlet or a faulty coin acceptor.
Repair Steps & Checklist
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- 1
Inspect the coin acceptor's inlet and internal coin path for any physical obstructions, foreign objects, or debris.
- 2
Verify the power supply voltage to the coin acceptor module against the manufacturer's specified nominal values.
- 3
Check all data and power cabling connections between the coin acceptor and the main control unit for proper seating, damage, or corrosion.
- 4
Perform a functional test by inserting a known good coin to observe if the acceptor registers the transaction or provides any diagnostic feedback.
- 5
Verify system configuration parameters related to the coin acceptor operation (e.g., enable/disable status, coin type recognition) within the main control unit's interface.