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23072 G3 143910044

The

REFERENCE SERIES

ACCEPTOR

POCKET GUIDE

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE,SAFETY, INSTALLATION &

TROUBLESHOOTING

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CashFlow® 330 acceptor Pocket Guide

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Published by :

MEI

Internet: http://www.meigroup.com

For information on translations in your country, please write to theTechnical Communications Manager at the above address.


©, MEI UK International Ltd., 1994. All rights reserved.

Except as permitted under the relevant local legislation, no part of thispublication may be copied, transmitted, transcribed, or distributed in anyform or by any means, or stored in a database or retrieval system, ortranslated into any language (natural or computer), without the prior writtenpermission of MEI.

MEI ®, CashFlow® and the MEI device are registered trademarks.©,MEI., 1994.

MEI reserves the right to change the product or the product specifications at any time. While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this publication is accurate, MEI disclaims any liability for any direct or indirect losses (howsoever caused) arising out of use or reliance on this information.

This document does not necessarily imply product availability.

Part Number : 143910044

This Edition ( November 1994)

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CONTENTS

Routine Maintenance

Troubleshooting the CashFlow® 330

Using the MMI Switches and theMEI Route Alpha 250 Terminal

Address Settings for theMEI Route Alpha 250 Terminal

Fitting a Unit into aMini, Midi or Maxi Front Plate

Fitting a Unit into a Top EntryAdaptor

Starting and Testing a Unit

Product Manuals andProduct Technical Training

Addresses of Regional Offices

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User Safety Notices

WARNINGBefore cleaning, servicing, removing or replacingCashFlow® units, ALWAYS SWITCH OFF orISOLATE the ELECTRICITY SUPPLY to the hostmachine.

CAUTIONThis guide is for use only by personnel trained tocarry out electrical installation.

Maximum Operating Voltage

Do not apply more than the voltage specified on theunit.

Dangerous Environments

Do not operate the unit in the presence offlammable gases or fumes, or after the entry of fluidinto the machine.

Disposal of Product

If necessary, always dispose of defective unitsaccording to local regulations.

Conformance toInternational Standards

When installed and operated according to theinstructions provided for the particular unit,CashFlow® products meet the applicableinternational and national Safety and ElectroMechanical Compatibility standards for any countryin which they are used.

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CashFlow 330 acceptor mounting options

Acceptor mounted in4 inch channel adaptor

Acceptor mountedin MAXI front plate

Acceptor mountedin MINI front plate

Acceptor mountedin MIDI front plate

4 inch channel adaptormoulding

Acceptor mounted in5 inch channel adaptor

5 inch channel adaptormoulding

Acceptor with motorisedreject unit, mounted in4 inch channel adaptor

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Routine MaintenanceWARNING

Switch off the power to the hostmachine before cleaning the unit

Clean the coin pathway (shown shaded in thefigure) regularly with a soft cloth moistened withwater. Take care that all the surfaces are dry beforeyou close the lid of the unit, particularly if you havehad to clean the unit after the entry of dirt or fluid.

Take care that no drops of water enter the unitduring cleaning.

Never use solvents or abrasive creams to clean theunit. These will damage the surfaces. Ensure thatthe lid is fully closed after cleaning.

NOTE: If you switch the machine on whenthe lid of the acceptor unit is not fully closed,coins will be rejected, even if you then closethe lid.

If this happens, switch off the power to themachine for at least 15 seconds, then close thelid again. Make sure the lid snaps shut.

Switch the power on. Check that coins areaccepted.

Lid

Opening tab

Clean theshaded areas

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Problem Causes Actions

All coins or tokens arerejected

No power to the module

Looms damaged or dislodged

Build up of dirt in the coin path

The acceptor is timing-out when it isswitched on after opening the lid,because the lid of the acceptor notclosed firmly.

Check the voltage supply. Power up again if necessary.

Switch off power to the machine. Check looms are installedcorrectly, and that all connectors are making good contact.

Switch off power to the machine. Clean the unit. Close the lidfirmly. Wait fifteen seconds, switch the power on again and retry.

Switch off power to the machine. Close the lid firmly.Wait 15 seconds, switch the power on again and retry.Insert samples of coins or tokens to check the coin path is clear.

Poor coin acceptance

acceptor modules not positionedcorrectly

Build up of dirt in the coin path

Lid of acceptor not closed firmly

Check position and alignment of modules.

Switch off power to the machine, clean the acceptor unit and retry.

Switch off power to the machine. Close the lid firmly.Wait 15 seconds and switch on again.

Troubleshooting the CashFlow® 330 acceptor Unit

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Individual coins or tokensare rejected

Coin/s or token/s inhibited Check that the individual coins or tokens are not inhibited.If necessary, use the MMI switches or the Route Alpha 250 terminalto enable the coin(s) or token(s).

Coins are accepted but nocredit is given

Looms not fitted correctly Switch off power to the machine and check the installation of thelooms.

Coins follow an incorrectpath

Parts not fitted correctly

Coin jam inside the acceptor unit

Host machine and coin entry/exitplates are not compatible

Check that the accept gate and exit plates are fitted correctly.

Press the reject button on the front of the machine to open the front ofthe acceptor unit, and remove any blockage. Close the lid of theacceptor firmly.Check the components with your MEI representative.

Coins are not passingthrough the machine

Coin jam inside the acceptor unit Press the reject button on the front of the machine to open the front ofthe acceptor unit. Remove any blockage.

Close the lid of the acceptor firmly.


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Setting a Unit’s Functions withthe MMI Switches

Switch off the power to the hostmachine before removing a unit

Use the Man-Machine Interface (MMI) switches toset the unit to accept or reject individual coins ortokens.

Setting the MMI SwitchesThe MMI switches are on a board located behind acover in the back of the acceptor.

The acceptor can be set to enable or inhibit anycoin or token from its coin set.

NOTE: If more than one channel is used forthe same coin (for example, the coin hasboth wide and narrow channels), you mustalways use the MEI Route Alpha 250terminal to enable or inhibit each of thecoin’s channels.

Adjustable4-bit DIL switch

1 2 3 4

Removableinterface boardcover

Machine interfaceloom connector

Interface board

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Enabling or Inhibiting a Coin or a Token

1. Switch off power and disconnect the looms.

2. Remove the acceptor from its mounting, followingthe instructions in this guide.

Handle a unit with care when it is out of the machine.

3. Remove the interface board cover by pressing itdownward, then reconnect the looms.

4. Switch on power to the acceptor.

5. Set the switches as shown either to enable orinhibit the coin or token, and press the reject lever.

If the switches are already in the positions you want,change one switch, turn the power off and thenon, return that switch to its original position andpress the reject lever.

6. Insert the coin(s) or token(s) you want to enableor inhibit until it is accepted, then press the rejectlever again.

Check your settings by inserting coins or tokens.

7. Switch off the power, disconnect the loomsand replace the board cover.

8. Replace the unit in the machine. Reconnect thelooms. Switch on the power to the machine.

Enable a coin

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Inhibit a coin

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Setting a Unit’s Functions with aMEI Route Alpha 250 Terminal

Each piece of data which determines the unit’sfunctions is stored in a separate address. Use theterminal to read an address and to check or set theunit’s functions.

Setting FunctionsInsert the plug on the Route Alpha 250 terminalinto the six-way connector in the acceptor unit.

Switch on power to the acceptor, as the RouteAlpha 250 terminal takes its power through theunit. A half-size zero is displayed when the terminalpowers up, followed by the software versionnumber and then the first address number with adot, or a dot and dash (1. or 1.-)Functions can be changed only if a dash showsafter the address number.

Press UP or DOWN slowly to display addressesone after the other. Hold down a key to displayaddresses at an increasing speed. Press a keytwice quickly to jump large blocks of addresses.To set a function, display its address and pressENTER to show its current value. Change the valueby pressing UP or DOWN.Press ENTER again to display the address, thenpress RESET to store the new value.

NOTE: If an error occurs, four half-size zerosappear. Press RESET to clear this displayand to return to the current address.

LEFT UPRIGHT

DOWN

ENTERSix-wayconnector

RESETDisplay

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Terminaldisplays anerror messageat power-up

Communicationserror

Press RESET.

Terminaldisplays anerror messagewhen changingbetweenaddress modeand data mode

Communicationserror betweenterminal andproduct, or theterminal does notrecognise theproduct it has beenconnected to

Repeat the lastoperation.

Terminalpowers up butaddressescannot beaccessed

The product is notcompatible withthe terminal

Differentterminal isneeded, ordifferentsoftware needed.

Terminal doesnot power up

Bad connectionsor faulty cable

No power to theunit (the RouteAlpha 250terminal ispowered throughthe acceptor)

Checkconnections.Replace lead ifnecessary.

Power up theunit.

Terminalpowers up butone of the keysdoes not work

Faulty key Use theterminal’sself-test option.If the key isfaulty, sendterminal forrepair.

Non-standardcharacters areprinted on thedisplay

Faulty RouteAlpha 250terminal

Send terminalfor repair toauthorised MEIdistributor.

Troubleshooting the MEI

Route Alpha 250 Terminal

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Address Parameter Range Meaning Notes

1 Coin 1 inhibited or allowed 0 - 1 0 = coin allowed 1 = coin inhibited










Address Settings for Use with the MEI Route Alpha 250 Terminal

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13 Coin 13 inhibited or allowed

(Serial acceptor only)

0 - 1 0 = coin allowed 1 = coin inhibited

14 Coin 14 inhibited or allowed(Serial acceptor only)

0 - 1 0 = coin allowed 1 = coin inhibited

21 Coin type 1 0 - 1 - 2 0 = coin 1 = value token 2 = vend token







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33 Coin type 13(Serial acceptor only)

0 - 1 - 2 0 = coin 1 = value token 2 = vend token

34 Coin type 14(Serial acceptor only)

0 - 1 - 2 0 = coin 1 = value token 2 = vend token


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Fitting a Unit into a MaxiFront Plate

Switch off the power to the hostmachine before fitting a unit

1. Ensure that the Maxi front plate has a suitableand secure mounting position on the machine.

2. Engage the mounting points at the base of theacceptor unit with the mountings on the face of thefront plate.

3. Slide the unit into the retaining clip in the upperpart of the front plate moulding.

4. Connect the interface loom.

5. Switch on power to the machine and carry outthe start up procedure described in the Starting andTesting section of this guide.

Removing a Unit froma Maxi Front Plate

1. First switch off power to the host machine.Removal is then the reverse of the assembly steps.

2. Disconnect the interface loom from the acceptor.

3. Release the retaining clip at the upper left handside of the front plate.

4.Tilt the acceptor forward and lift it out of the plate.

Mounting points

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Fitting a Unit into aMini or a Midi Front Plate

Switch off the power to the hostmachine before fitting a unit

1. Before you fit a unit into a Mini or Midi front plate,ensure that the plate has a secure mountingposition on the host machine.

2. Connect the interface loom to the acceptor.

3. Hold the acceptor so that it is squarely alignedwith the rear of the front plate, then press it gentlybut firmly into the clips on the plate.

NOTE: Square alignment is essential foreasy fitting. Never force the unit intoplace. Make sure that the clip under theunit and the clips on either side of theunit are all engaged.

4. Switch on the power, and start up the unit asdescribed in the Starting and Testing section.

Acceptor mountedin a MINI front plate

Acceptor mountedin a MIDI front plate

Clips are positioned on either side ofand beneath a Mini and Midi front plate

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Removing a Unit froma Mini or a Midi Front Plate


1. Disconnect the machine interface loom from theacceptor.

2. Release the retaining clip located under theacceptor, then tilt the unit upwards. Next, releasethe clip on the left side of the unit.

3. Release the clip on the right side of the unit, tiltthe unit outwards and downwards from the frontplate, then lift it free.

Lift to releasethis clip

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Removing an Acceptor froma Top Entry Adaptor


1. Pull back the metal retaining clip at the top of thechannel, and lift the adaptor and acceptorassembly out of the channel.

2. Disconnect the machine interface loom from theback of the acceptor.

3. Release the plastic retaining clip located insidethe wall of the acceptor, pressing it carefully to theright.

4. Tilt the acceptor forward to free it from theretaining clip, then remove it from the adaptor.

Replacing a Unit into aTop Entry Adaptor

1. Rest the mounting pins of the acceptor unit in theslots on either side of the adaptor moulding. Pressthe acceptor into the adaptor moulding until theretaining clip snaps shut.

2. Reconnect the interface loom to the acceptor.

3. Rest the lower mounting pins in the hinge slots ofthe channel. Press the adaptor assembly into thechannel until the retaining clip snaps shut.

Hinge slotfor acceptormounting pin

Plasticretainingclip

Lid ofacceptor

Body ofadaptormoulding

Lowermountingpins

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Fitting the Unit into a Top EntryChannel Adaptor MountingSwitch off the power to the host

machine before fitting a unit1. Rest the mounting pins on the acceptor unit inthe slots on either side of the adaptor moulding.

Press the acceptor into the adaptor moulding untilthe retaining clips snap shut.

2. Reconnect the interface loom (and where fitted)the display loom to the acceptor.

3. Rest the hinge pins in the hinge slots of thechannel. Press the adaptor assembly into thechannel until the retaining clip snaps shut.

Removing a Unit from aTop Entry Channel AdaptorSwitch off the power to the hostmachine before removing a unit

1. Pull back the metal retaining clip at the top of thechannel, and lift the adaptor and acceptorassembly out of the channel.2. Disconnect the power supply loom (and thedisplay loom, if fitted) from the back of the acceptor.3. Release the plastic retaining clip located insidethe wall of the acceptor, pressing it carefully to theright.4. Tilt the acceptor forward to free it from theretaining clip, then remove it from the adaptor

Hinge slotfor acceptormounting pin

Acceptorretainingclip

Lid ofacceptor

Body ofadaptormoulding

Adaptormounting pin

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Testing and Starting a UnitAfter It is Installed

1. Check that the machine interface loom is insertedcorrectly in the back of the acceptor.

2. Check that the lid of the acceptor opens andcloses fully when you press the reject button on thehost machine.

3. Check that the mains power supply is connectedcorrectly to the host machine.

4. Check that the power supply to the acceptor is atthe correct voltage.

5. Switch on power to the host machine. Insert atleast one of every coin or token from the acceptor’scoin set. Check that all the coins or tokens areaccepted and routed correctly.

6. Check that the vend prices are correct. Insertcoins and make a trial vend for each price. Use theMMI switches to adjust the prices if necessary.

7. Check that all the looms are free from kinks andobstructions, and close the door of the machine.

The unit is now ready for use

LidReject lever

Hostintelligentinterfaceconnector Machine interface

loom connector

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MEI Product ManualsFull technical details of this product areincluded in the CashFlow 330 acceptorProduct Maintenance Handbook, acopy of which is available, with otherhandbooks related to the product, fromyour MEI Approved Distributor, or yourregional MEI sales office.

MEI Product TrainingProduct training courses are available forCashFlow and other MEI products.

The courses cover the technical featuresand the maintenance of the product, andgive you hands-on experience inservicing CashFlow products quicklyand efficiently.Contact your regional MEI Sales OfficeIfor more information.

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