Topic: Help, Tornado Coin op will not open

[redterror]

I just got a F5 coin op, I decided to lock the cabinet.  1 side was tight pushing lock in.  the same side will NOT open now.  I have tried wd40 inside the lock as well turning the key w/sheer force (bending key).  any advice?

[This Week In Foosball]

Try lifting up and pushing down on the top part of the table.
Sometimes the lock will get into a bind and either pulling up or pushing down while turning the key sometimes will work.

Otherwise, get a pair of pliers and pull the key out. If you end up breaking the key off in the lock, don't worry. Just drill the lock out and replace it. It's a cheap lock and easy to replace.

[alaskan thunder]

Yeah it cause the cabinet is twisted. Get someone to lift one end of the table and it will pop right out.

[redterror]

thanks for the advice, I finally got it open.  opened up the hole as well.  no longer stuck.

[ClearScreen]

RedTerror,

I just got a Tornado Coin-Op from the US Open also.  I haven't unpacked it completely because my basement isn't ready for it yet (about one more week).  Was it supposed to come with a foosball DVD?  Did yours?  I have not found one yet, but I am not sure if I was supposed to get one or if it is just buried in the packing.

Thanks,

ClearScreen

[redterror]

cool, u from ATL too?  did you get a F5 or a marbled table?  no it does not come w/a DVD.  Charles did give me a bag of balls but sadly I forgot to grab it before leaving (did you get 1?).  however there are balls inside the packaging.

RedTerror,

I just got a Tornado Coin-Op from the US Open also.  I haven't unpacked it completely because my basement isn't ready for it yet (about one more week).  Was it supposed to come with a foosball DVD?  Did yours?  I have not found one yet, but I am not sure if I was supposed to get one or if it is just buried in the packing.

Thanks,

ClearScreen

[ClearScreen]

No, I'm from New York.  I got the Coin-Op Tour Edition (Stainless steel laminate, split cabinet).  THe shipping company dropped it off Friday.  I also got the packaging kit with 12-15 balls.  No ball bag.

I can't unpack it fully and set it up yet, although I'm dying to.  We are finishing our basement and I can't set it up until it's all painted, etc.  My wife isn't sure where to put it yet.  Probably next week.

I was curious about the DVD because my wife really never played and I thought it would be a good intro. for her.  No biggie - I can always order one from the internet.

Enjoy,

ClearScreen

[ClearScreen]

Are the F-5 coin-op and Tour Edition coin-op the same thing?

[redterror]

probably.  mine also has the stainless laminate and all the fancy VIFA/IFP/USTS (etc) plates.

Are the F-5 coin-op and Tour Edition coin-op the same thing?

[EDGEER]

Make sure you two read my post on leveling the playing surface of your new "Frig" model tables.  http://www.foosball.com/forum/index.php?topic=1777.0