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INTRODUCTION
This manual contains instructions, service and installation guidelines for the Ambient Glassfront Vendor. Please read
this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions. The initial set-up of a vendor is a very important step of insuring
that the equipment operates in a trouble-free manner.
GENERAL MERCHANDISER
The advanced design gives great emphasis to presenting the equipment and the merchandise in the best possible
way, using the latest efficient techniques and materials. The window area and product lighting have been maximized
to optimize the shopping experience.
The consumer interface area has been laid out to provide a wide range of flexibility for an endless choice of payment
systems to provide the highest accessibility for all locations/environments.
Guaranteed assurance or product delivery is facilitated by iVend, this is an enhanced Infra-Red product detection
system that ensures a product has been delivered before accepting payment.
The machine provides a choice of User Interface, an ergonomic tactile keypad with clear backlit number legends and
Braille numbers on each key. The keypad in combination with a color 3.5” graphical display provides a simple and
intuitive means to operate the machine.
Alternatively, there is the option of a large 10” Capacitive Touch Screen, the screen and supporting systems provide
a range of tools to present full planograming and nutritional information to the consumer customer, enabling them
to make informed and best choices. Running promotions and loyalty schemes all become easy and effective. The
‘open architecture’ of the FLEX systems make it possible for operators/customers to develop, control and run their
own bespoke applications.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA)
The machine is fully compliant with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that ensures the vendor is accessible to
wheelchair customers. The side reach regulations require that all operable parts of the vending machine are to be no
higher than 48 inches and no lower than 15 inches from the ground.
The collection of purchased items can also be done single handedly with an operating force of no greater than 5lb
(2.25kg), a friendly, quick and visible experience that doesn’t involve fumbling.
SERVICING
The internal design and layout of the machine allows for quick & easy service access for both filling and
maintenance/service procedures.
All programming (pricing, vend functions and features) is set-up within the FLEX control system. Parameter changes
can be made without any additional accessories or remote parts. Selections can be priced individually from $00.00 to
$655.35 in five cent increments (US currency).
Full cash/cashless accountability records, total vend cycles performed by the vendor, information on individual
selections, complete rows or total vendor can be viewed, downloaded or sent remotely via telemetry using the DEX
utility. Electrical malfunctions are recorded and displayed when the vending vendor is placed in the Service Mode.
Non-functional/functional motors or selections are identified in a simple map.
The vending sequence is "first-in, first-out" for each selection, controlling stock rotation to maintain fresh products
in the vending area.
There are many features and options that can be taken advantage of e.g. Promotions, Time Events, Discounting,
Shutdown, ‘Space to Sales’, Motor Pairing. For full details refer to the 4225134 Programming Manual which can be
found and/or downloaded from http://www.vendnetusa.com/Manuals/Snack .
