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Hey guys, I was wondering if anyone knew of forums that were focused on vending machine repair and service. It seems that these forums are geared more towards independent vendors, I was thinking it'd be helpful if such a place existed where Independent vendors and even Coke/Pepsi employees could discuss random issues regarding the wide variety of beverage vendors.

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Hey guys, I was wondering if anyone knew of forums that were focused on vending machine repair and service. It seems that these forums are geared more towards independent vendors, I was thinking it'd be helpful if such a place existed where Independent vendors and even Coke/Pepsi employees could discuss random issues regarding the wide variety of beverage vendors.

I would love to have that info too.
I was a field service Tech for years so I'm very good at fixing things.
But I would like to know the notorious troublesome machines
And what is the avg cost $$ in So Cal orother states to have someone do a typical or common repiar if it is beyond my capabilities.
For repairs, are they generally done on site or swapped out for a working machine and worked on back at a shop?
Also, I would love feedback on whether it is a good to get certified for repair. I have found a few sites. Are there in house schools rather than just sending off for a manual?.
Since I have an AS in electronics science and can solder (but also fixed mechanical problems in high end graphics equipment for many years) Being a tech was often on the fly, and even with much training, most often I had to fly by the seat of my pants to fix a problem.
Also are there technical support lines that a tech can call?
Thanks,
Mary