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Midas Washer and Dryer (Pulse) Install Guide

Harness, power, and coin drop connections for installing Pulse on Alliance Midas washers.

Written by Euri

This guide shows how to install a Cents Pulse on Midas washers and dryers, including the harness, coin drop, and serial settings.
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Use this if you're installing a Pulse on a Midas washer or dryer.
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Always power down the machine before you start, and keep it off until the install is done.

Washer installation

  1. Power off the machine and open the machine
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  2. Attach the 7-pin connector on the Cents harness to the 7-pin connector on the control board
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  3. Attach the 2-pin power connector on the Cents harness to the 2-pin connector in the wire bundle
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  4. Coin Drop Connection

    1. Disconnect the 3-pin connector coming from the coin drop.

    2. Connect the male 3-port connector from the Cents harness to the female 3-port connector coming from the coin drop.
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    3. Connect the female 3-port connector from the Cents harness to male 3-port connector coming from the control board.
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    4. Note: there are two male 3-port connectors (one for $1 coins and one for $0.25 coins). Ensure you use the one previously connected to the coin drop.
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  5. Using the adhesives on the back of the Pulse, attach it to the back of the machine with the antenna pointed into open air. Connect the Cents harness to the Pulse.
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  6. Power on the machine

  7. Enable Serial Communications

    1. Press and hold the top red bar with the machine open to enter the display secret menu

    2. Press “Settings”
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    3. Press “Vend Settings”
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    4. Enable “Card Reader” and “Serial Payment System” (Note: You may need to scroll to see all options)


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Dryer installation

  1. Power off the machine and open the machine
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  2. Remove the Torx screws to gain access to the control panel connections
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  3. Remove the Torx screws to gain access to the coin drop connections
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  4. Attach the 7-pin connector on the Cents harness to the 7-pin connector on the control board
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  5. Attach the 2-pin power connector on the Cents harness to the 2-pin connector in the wire bundle
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  6. Coin Drop Connection

    1. Disconnect the 3-pin connector coming from the coin drop.

    2. Connect the male 3-port connector from the Cents harness to the female 3-port connector coming from the coin drop.

    3. Connect the female 3-port connector from the Cents harness to male 3-port connector coming from the control board.

    4. Note: there are two male 3-port connectors (one for $1 coins and one for $0.25 coins). Ensure you use the one previously connected to the coin drop.
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  7. Using the adhesives on the back of the Pulse, attach it to the back of the machine with the antenna pointed into open air. Connect the Cents harness to the Pulse.
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  8. Power on the machine

  9. Enable Serial Communications

    1. Press and hold the top red bar with the machine open to enter the display secret menu

    2. Press “Settings”
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    3. Press “Vend Settings”
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    4. Enable “Card Reader” and “Serial Payment System” (Note: You may need to scroll to see all options)

Important things to know

  • Dryers have extra Torx screws to remove before you can reach the control panel and coin drop connections.

  • There are two male 3-port coin connectors, one for $1 coins and one for $0.25 coins. Use the one that was connected to the coin drop.

  • Card Reader and Serial Payment System must be turned on in the machine's Vend Settings, or the Pulse can't talk to the machine.

Troubleshooting

  • The Pulse LEDs aren't on.
    Check that the machine has power and that the harness connectors are fully seated, including the 2-pin power connector or power adapter.

  • Coins aren't counting.
    Check the coin drop is connected through the Cents harness, using the same 3-port connector ($1 or $0.25) that was on the coin drop before.

  • The Pulse can't start the machine.
    Make sure Card Reader and Serial Payment System are turned on under Settings > Vend Settings.

  • The device doesn't show online.
    Make sure the Cents network (VLAN) is set up at the store and the device has been set up. See How to Set Up Your Cents Connect Network (VLAN).

  • Still stuck?
    See Pulse FAQs and Troubleshooting or text our Support team.

Need assistance?

Feel free to text our Cents Support team at 888-302-8809.

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