1. The outcome is determined by a man sitting in the backroom. RNG which is an integral part of every machine works independently and nothing can affect it. 2. When a mechanic opens a machine, it will stop paying. There are no switches, knobs, or screws inside a machine that will change how the machine is paying. Most of the time a mechanic or floor-person will open a machine only to clear a coin jam or refill a hopper if you have won enough to empty it. 3. "I have played this machine for hours-it is due to hit." One can’t know when the machine will decide to pay out. Every play is completely independent of every other play. You can play for 5 minutes and win the jackpot or play for several hours and win nothing. 4. If you have a club card you will win more often. Club cards have nothing to do with the payout of the machine. Club cards will not help the machine to pay. 5. A constant player has more chances of winning that a beginner or a tourist. Every player has the same chance of winning. The machine has no way of knowing if you are a tourist or a professional or if you are tall or short. The only edge a better player may have is his ability to choose the best cards to hold. Internet Jackpot Poker Bets.