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BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE 1-4 Games Linkable 2-8 Player Positions WARNING Be sure to read this Operation Manual before using your machine to ensure safe operation. SEPTEMBER 2008...
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BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE WATER BLAST ™ (LINKABLE)
BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION 1-1. Overview and Technical Features: 1-2. Important Safety Information: 2. PROGRAMMING 2-1. Entering Programming Mode: 2-2. Volume: 2-3. Coins per Credit: 2-4. Attract Mode: 2-5. Just for Playing Tickets: 2-6.
(LINKABLE) ARCADE 1. INTRODUCTION 1-1. Overview and Technical Features: from Bob's Space Racers ® . Built on a long tradition of value, Thank you for purchasing the new WATER BLAST the WATER BLAST retains all of the great game play you have come to expect from a game from BSR. It has been designed and engineered by taking years of experience in producing industry leading Water games and combining this experience with modern manufacturing technology developed for this application.
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BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE NEW LIGHTING The game uses florescent lighting throughout greatly extending the time between bulb changes to years rather than months. SCORE DISPLAYS The solid state score displays (AKA Display P.C. Boards) are replaceable as a sub- assembly making service easier.
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BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE GAME PLAY The object of the game is to shoot water from the gun into a target "pan" making the display indicator rise to the top of the game to win. The game can be played by 1 or 8 players. The game is designed to be played in a traditional player versus player RACE or as a SINGLE player game if there is no one available to compete with.
BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE 1-2. Important Safety Information: NOTE: ONLY QUALIFIED TECHNICAL IMPORTANT SAFETY PERSONNEL SHOULD WORK ON THIS GAME. INFORMATION FAILING TO COMPLY CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY. WARNING: Unplug the game from the AC wall SET UP receptacle when servicing this product.
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BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE 5. While 2 people hold the game vertically, open the coin door using the keys taped inside the return slot. 6. Remove the cash box to retrieve the connecting bolts and power cord. 9.
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BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE NOTE: IT IS NORMAL FOR THE GUNS TO 14. Fill the game tank with 5 gallons of water SPUTTER DURING THE FIRST GAME UNTIL ALL OF THE AIR IS PURGED FROM THE NOTE: ANY WATER CAN BE USED, HOWEVER HOSES AND LINES.
BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE 2. PROGRAMMING 2-1. ENTERING PROGRAMMING MODE: The programming options are readable only by the game operator for the purpose of customizing the game to suit their location. The operator will press the "PROGRAMMING" button once to enter the programming mode. The operator will press the "SELECT"...
BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE 2-5. JUST FOR PLAYING TICKETS: This option determines how many tickets the player gets just for playing the game. The range for this option is 0-10. The default value for this option is "3". 2-6.
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BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE Unplug all the networking cables running from each board to another. (They are the cables that resemble phone cables) Go to the main control board (the board for players 1 and 2). Enter the programming mode by pressing the PROGRAMMING button.
BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE Once all the phone cables are plugged back into the proper jacks go back to the board one, which is the main control board (the board for players 1 and 2) and enter the programming mode once again by pressing the PROGRAMMING button on the programming panel.
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BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE For detailed servicing and repair information see the full the full repair section of this manual. Symptom Possible Problem Solution Power Power Sound Problems Low Volume Check Volume Control and adjust as necessary -No sound Faulty speaker harnessing Check connections and/or repair harnessing...
BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE 3-2. Maintenance: Daily Maintenance: 1. TURN ON GAME POWER SWITCH 2. PHYSICALLY CHECK WATER LEVEL IN WATER TANK. IF THE WATER IS LOW OR BELOW THE FILL LINE FILL THE TANK. MAKE SURE THERE IS A MINIMUM OF 5 GALLONS IN THE TANK AT ALL TIME AND THE WATER IS ABOVE THE FILL LINE.
BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE 3-3. Detailed Troubleshooting and Repair: 3-3-1. Changing the Water: 1. Set the game's GAME / DRAIN valve to the drain position. 2. Press the PROGRAM button on the game's programming panel to access the programming options.
BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE 19. SLIDE PUMP ASSEMBLY BACK INTO POSSITION AND REINSTALL COIN BOX ASSEMBLY WHEN PUMP SERVICE IS COMPLETED. 3-3-2. Glass Cleaning: 1. Clean the inside of the glass with a plastic scrub pad to remove dirt and sediment from the glass. DO NOT use any steel wool or scotch bright pads as these will damage the plastic side glass panels.
BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE 3. Spray RAIN-X on the inside of the glass to help prevent minerals from forming on the glass. 4. Fill the tank with the 5 gallons of water. 5. Set the game's GAME / DRAIN valve to the drain position. 6.
BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE 7. Unplug the solenoid harnesses and the A.C. Motor plug from the outlet in the upper left hand side of the cabinet. (See image to the right) NOTE: SERVICING OF THE SOLENOID VALVES CAN BE COMPLETED AT THIS STAGE OF REMOVAL.
BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE 3-3-7. Cleaning Gun Parts: It is possible after extended periods of time, or if the water you use is very high in mineral content, that you may have to clean deposits or debris from the gun assembly.
BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE 5. Re-install the new sensor using the other sensor as a guide to proper positioning. (See image to the right) 6. Check for proper alignment between the magnetic sensor and the magnet that is located on the target arm. 7.
BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE 3-3-10. Display P.C. Board Removal and Installation: ALTHOUGH THE CONNECTORS FOR THE DISPLAY P.C. BOARD CAN BE REMOVED THROUGH THE FRONT DOOR WITH THE SEAT AND CASH BOX ENCLOSURE IN PLACE, IT IS MUCH EASIER TO DO SO IF THEY ARE REMOVED FIRST.
BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE 4. PARTS LISTING MECHANICAL PARTS ELECTRONIC / ELECTRICAL PARTS ARWB1003 TANK WATER STRAINER ARWB2001-LINK MAIN P.C. BOARD ARWB1017 GUN BODY ARWB2002 MAGNETIC TARGET SENSOR ARWB1018 GUN HANDLE MOUNT ARWB2003 TARGET MAGNET ARWB1019 WATER GUN HANDLE ARWB2004 MARQUEE LIGHT FLASHER...
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BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE Main P.C. Board (Linkable) Part# ARWB2001-LINK...
BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE 6. WARRANTY BOB’S SPACE RACERS INC. 90 DAY COIN-OPERATED GAME WARRANTY ® 1. INCLUDED IN THIS WARANTY Bob’s Space Racers , Inc. warrants to the original purchaser only that the equipment that is the subject of this sale conforms to its specifications, and is free from defects under normal service for a 90 day period from the original date of deliver.
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BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE WHEN CALLING FOR SERVICE 1. When calling for service, please check the service manual first. Many times the answer to your problem has been addressed in this documentation. 2. Please make sure you have the serial number of the game ready when you call. 3.
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BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE WATER BLAST Fill Level Update (6/13/07) NOTE: THIS UPDATE WILL ALLOW FOR THE PROPER FILLING LIMIT OF THE WATER BLAST GAME’S WATER TANK. Correct fill distance • INSTALL DECAL (AS SEEN IN THE ABOVE IMAGE) 6” FROM THE BOTTOM OF TANK.
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BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE WATER BLAST Ventilation Update (6/13/07) NOTE: THIS UPDATE WILL ALLOW FOR BETTER VENTILATION OF YOUR WATER BLAST GAME. IMAGE 1 IMAGE 2...
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BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE • If You Find That The Rear Metal Access Plate Is Bolted Directly To The Game (As Shown In “Image 1” And “Image 2”), Unbolt It And Insert Spacers, Washers, Or Nuts To Separate The Door/Plate From The Game. Be Sure To Evenly Space Each Bolt When Attaching The Rear Access Plate To The Game, So As To Not Bend It.
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BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE WATER BLAST Water Change & Filter Cleaning Service (6/27/07) NOTE: THIS UPDATE EXPLAINS HOW TO CHANGE THE WATER OF YOUR WATER BLAST GAME. Water And Filter Should Be Cleaned Twice A Month, Or Every Two Weeks. Turn off and unplug power to avoid risk of shock.
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BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE Slide the Coin Box out of the game. Place it on the left side. (Image 3) IMAGE 3 Slide the Pump Assembly forward. Be careful not to kink any hoses or pull any wires.
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BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE Turn the GAME/DRAIN Valve to the DRAIN position. (Image 5) IMAGE 5 Hold the drain hose in a bucket. Using the PROGRAMMING Panel. Press PROGRAM. Press SELECT until DRAIN is displayed. Press STEP. The pump will turn on and start to fill the bucket.
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BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE 13. Unscrew the Clear-Vu filter. (Image 7) IMAGE 7 14. Clean the bowl and the filter cartridge using a soft brush and mild detergent. (Image 8) IMAGE 8 Base Filter Cartridge 15. Carefully insert the filter cartridge into the base and screw on the bowl. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
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BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE 17. Fill tank to the FILL LINE. The water should be 6 inches deep minimum. (Image 9) IMAGE 9 18. Coin up the game and press PUSH TO START. 19. Play the game a few times to let the pump circulate the water. 20.
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BOB’S SPACE RACERS ® WATER BLAST (LINKABLE) ARCADE 23. Install allen bolt in bottom of Coin Box Assembly. 24. Install Coin Drawer. 25. Inspect the inside of the game for any loose wires or water damage before closing. IMAGE 11 26.
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