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How to Restore a Pinball Playfield

Table based games date back to the 15th century. Some of the tables became quite large, such as the billiard table. Others became small enough to set on a bar or counter. By the 1930's "pin games" became popular, which later turned into electronic games. According to Home Pinball Repair, the condition of the pinball's playfield can determine the resale value of the machine. Proper cleaning, maintenance and replacement of worn parts is important, and handling your play field with care will help minimize the need for replacement parts.

Things You'll Need

Window cleaner
Clean soft cloths
Rubbing alcohol
Cotton balls
Cotton swabs
Rubber rings
Metal cleaner
Canned compressed air

Instructions

- 1
  
  Be sure to clean on both sides of the glass.
  
  Spray window cleaner on a soft cloth and clean the glass covering the play field. Turn the glass over and clean the underside also. Remove the glass for inspection and cleaning.
- 2
  Clean the play field with rubbing alcohol on dampened cotton balls. Use a cotton swab to clean around small parts.
- 3
  Check the plastic pieces making sure they are attached with light pressure. Clean each part with the rubbing alcohol and clean cotton balls.
- 4
  Replace any rubber rings if any are worn. They are inexpensive and easy to replace.
- 5
  Polish balls with brass cleaner and a clean cloth. Wipe them dry before replacing them.
- 6
  Clean all small delicate parts with rubbing alcohol and cotton swabs. Make sure these parts are in good repair. Use clean swabs to remove any leftover residue.
- 7
  
  Canned compressed air can be found at office supply stores.
  
  Spray hard to reach areas with canned compressed air. This will remove all dust particles form the play field.

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