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The game boots, reaches attract mode and starts a game, but resets after some flipper action.

Game resets when the flippers are used: recap supply and renew MPU power connector

Cause: The logic supply dips for an instant when the flippers pull in. Usual causes are an aged power supply filter capacitor (the large 18,000 uF cap), other tired caps, or a worn power connector between the supply and the MPU. Flipper coil diodes are also worth checking.

Checks

  • Check the flipper coil diodes are intact and the right way round.
  • Run a clip lead from the 5 V test point on the power supply to the 5 V test point on the MPU and play. If the resets stop, the connector or wiring between them is suspect; if they continue, suspect the supply filter cap.
  • A meter will not catch a brief dip; use a scope if one is available.

Fix

  • Recap the power supply, including the large 18,000 uF filter cap, and recap the MPU.
  • Replace both the male header and the female housing and pins of the MPU power connector.

Work on the power supply with the game unplugged; large filter caps can hold a charge.

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Source: Pinball Repair help group!! (Facebook group)