Introduction

Refreshment Center Operators’ Guide

Controls and Indicators

DOOR SWITCH. When the cabinet door is open, this switch turns off the compressor and evaporator fan.

INTERLOCK SWITCH. (230 volt models only) Turns off the glass heater and display lights when the cabinet door is open. Pull the switch out to restore high voltage for maintenance.

LOW VOLTAGE SWITCH. Tells the controller software the main door is open or closed. MESSAGE DISPLAY. This is how the merchandiser communicates with the outside world. Customers can see messages about how much money they have put into the merchandiser. The message display also tells customers when a selection is sold out and when vending is free, inhibited, or discounted. The message display shows you what you are doing when you program the merchandiser, and can show you what is wrong if there is a failure.

FREE VEND KEYSWITCH (OPTIONAL). This allows someone (other than maintenance personnel) to set the merchandiser to free vend without opening the door.

SELECTION KEYPAD. The customer uses this keypad to make selections. Maintenance people may use this keypad during programming.

COIN RETURN BUTTON. Returns any coins paid into the merchandiser prior to a vend.

BILL ACCEPTOR (OPTIONAL). Accepts bills of various denominations, depending upon the type of bill validator, and how the machine is configured.

SERVICE KEYPAD. The service keypad is located at the top of the monetary panel. It gives service personnel the means to program, retrieve data from, and view diagnostic information about, the merchandiser.

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Crane Merchandising Systems 480 manual Controls and Indicators

480 specifications

Crane Merchandising Systems 480 is a versatile vending machine that has redefined the way consumers interact with automated retail. This cutting-edge machine brings a multitude of features, technologies, and characteristics that cater to modern consumer needs while promoting operational efficiency.

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