Coinco Guardian 6000 Installation and operating instructions

Operation & Service Manual
6000TM
Guardian Series

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SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION
Introduction 4
Document Icons 4
Naming Convention 5
Dimensions & Specifications 6
Dimensional Drawing 7
SECTION 2: INSTALLATION & SETUP
Unpacking/Installing the Changer 8
Loading Coins 10
Dispensing Coins 11
Setting Float 12
SECTION 3: GENERAL CHANGER OPERA-
TION
Steady State User Display 13
General Changer Operation 13
Menu Navigation 15
Menu Structure 15
SECTION 4: TYPICAL USAGE
Parring the Guardian 17
Setting Float 19
Enabling/Disabling Overfill Paydown 19
Float Paydown 19
Audit Reporting 20
Changing the Payout Coin Tube
Configuration 21
Cassette Configuration 24
Eliminating a Slug 25
Adding a Token 26
Deleting a Token 26
Token Change Value 27
Token Change Routing 27
Optimal Float Recomendations 28
Service Recomendations 28
SECTION 5: ADVANCED CONFIGURATION
Password 29
Changing the Password 29
Password Protection Levels 30
Coin Enable 31
Coin Security Level 31
Dual Currency 32
Change Management 33
Language 34
Clear Historical Audit 34
Factory Reset 34
Disable/Enable Audible Feedback 35
TABLE OF CONTENTS
MDB Level 35
SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE
Routine Maintenance 36
Disassembly 36
SECTION 7: TROUBLESHOOTING
Autotest 41
Warning Messages 42
Troubleshooting Matrix 43
SECTION 8: PARTS LIST
Guardian 6000™ Housing & Payout Cassette
Release Latch Assembly 44
Guardian 6000™ Chassis 45
Guardian 6000™ Payout Assembly 46
Guardian 6000™Payout Cassette Assembly 47
Guardian 6000™ Acceptor Assembly
Front View 48
Guardian 6000 ™ Acceptor Assembly
Back View 49
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SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION
Introduction
This manual contains information on installing,
operating and maintaining Coinco Guardian
Series coin changers. This manual is intended for
owners, route operators and shop-level
technicians as a primary source of information.
Taking time to read this manual and become
familiar with the information will help you obtain
the best performance from your Guardian coin
changer.
Icons
The following icons will guide you throughout the
manual. Each icon highlights an area you may
want to pay closer attention to.
Indicates a checklist type of process that
you can readily “check” as you proceed to
the next step.
Indicates a warning that you should ad-
here to. It is often accompanied by the
words “DO NOT…”
STO P Indicates that this is a good time to
pause, step back, and verify that every-
thing is correct before proceeding further.
Indicates frequently asked questions with
their corresponding answers.
Indicates a helpful hint or shortcut to sim-
plify the task.
Product Overview and Features
The Guardian Series changers incorporate a
wide range of benefits, including:
• Six self-replenishing coin tubes.
• Cash accountability.*
• Two line LCD display (Guardian 6000™)
or 3 color LED (Guardian E6™).
• Swing-out, payout cassette.
• Built-in self diagnostics.*
• MDB (Multi-Drop Bus) interface (optional
MDB to USB converter available).
• Field tuning for tokens & slug elimination.
• Interchangeable coin tubes enable simple
payout re-configuration.
• Full support of Guardian features and
upgrades using the Coinco FP-5 Field
Programmer
*: This feature requires use of the FP-5 Programmer
for the E6 model.
For Your Records
A label indicating the changer’s model number
and serial number can be found on the side of
the Guardian coin changer. Refer to the model
number and serial number whenever you call
your Coinco Service Center for information or
service. The first four digits of the changer serial
number indicate when the unit was built, which is
also the beginning of the warranty period:
• First two digits: indicate the week of
manufacture.
• Third and fourth digit: indicate the year.
For example, serial number 1507000123
indicates the unit was manufactured in the 15th
week of 2007.
iIndicates a possible issue dependent on
the application and provides direction on
how to correct the problem should it
occur.

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Examples
G6XUS-BB: Guardian 6000 six tube changer,
MDB protocol, “BB” payout configuration (2
nickels,1 dime, 3 quarter tubes), for US market.
E6XCA-BF: Guardian E6 six tube changer,
MDB protocol, “BF” payout configuration (1
nickel, 2 quarters, two $2 coin tubes, one $1
coin tube), for Canadian market.
SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION
Guardian
Guardian Naming Naming
Convention
Convention
X6X XX-XX
Protocol
X = MDB
A = Protocol A
Payout Configuration
Country Code
US = United States
CA = Canada
Additional countries available.
Please contact your Coinco Sales Rep about customization of standard cassettes or
see www.coinco.com
Model
G = Guardian 6000™
E = Guardian E6™
ABCDEF
BB
US
2
5¢
1
0¢ 5¢ 5¢
2
5¢
2
5¢
DD
US
2
5¢
1
0¢ 5¢ 5¢ 5¢ 5¢
BD
US / Canada
$
1
$
12
5¢ 5¢
1
0¢
2
5¢
BE
Canada
$
2
$
12
5¢ 5¢
2
5¢
2
5¢
BF
Canada
$
2
$
2
$
1
5¢
2
5¢
2
5¢
DE
Canada
$
1
5¢
2
5¢
2
5¢
2
5¢
2
5¢
Guardian Series Standard Cassettes
Cassette
ID Countr
y
Coin Denomination B
y
Tube Position
Guardian
Guardian Naming Naming
Convention
Convention
X6X XX-XX
Protocol
X = MDB
A = Protocol A
Payout Configuration
Country Code
US = United States
CA = Canada
Additional countries available.
Please contact your Coinco Sales Rep about customization of standard cassettes or
see www.coinco.com
Model
G = Guardian 6000™
E = Guardian E6™
ABCDEF
BB
US
2
5¢
1
0¢ 5¢ 5¢
2
5¢
2
5¢
DD
US
2
5¢
1
0¢ 5¢ 5¢ 5¢ 5¢
BD
US / Canada
$
1
$
12
5¢ 5¢
1
0¢
2
5¢
BE
Canada
$
2
$
12
5¢ 5¢
2
5¢
2
5¢
BF
Canada
$
2
$
2
$
1
5¢
2
5¢
2
5¢
DE
Canada
$
1
5¢
2
5¢
2
5¢
2
5¢
2
5¢
Guardian Series Standard Cassettes
Cassette
ID Countr
y
Coin Denomination B
y
Tube Position

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Dimensions and Specifications
Power Requirements:
20 to 42V DC
0.15 Amp average standby
0.6 Amp average operating
1.8 Amp max operating
Operating Temperature
0°F to 150°F
-18°C to 65°C
Storage Temperature
-22°F to 160°F
-30°C to 72°C
Relative Humidity
20% to 95% non-condensing
Operating Attitude
Vertical ±3°
Shipping Weight in Carton
Approximately 5 lbs. or 2.267 kilograms
SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION
MDB Coin Changer Plug
G6X
Connect Pin-out:
Line 1 34 VDC
Line 2 DC Power Return
Line 3 N/C
Line 4 Master Receive
Line 5 Master Transmit
Line 6 Communications Common
Controller/Vendor Interface
Figure 1

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SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION
Dimensional Drawing
inches (mm)
Figure 2
2.690
(68.33) 1.538
(39.07)
2.390
(60.70)
3X O .211
(5.37)
3X .250
(6.35)
3X O .500
(12.70)
4.490
(114.05)
13.200
(335.28)
5.367
(136.32)
2.249
(57.13)
.600
(15.24)
3.032
(77.01)
.487
(12.38)
.767
(19.49)
14.000
(355.60)
1.300
(33.02)
.921
(23.39)
.473
(12.00) 3.052
(77.52)
1.320
(33.53) 1.450
(36.83)
.238
(6.05) .320
(8.13)
CASH BOX
CHUTE AREA
COIN PAYOUT AREA
AND
COIN RETURN AREA
3.170
(80.51)
5.467
(138.86)
2.569
(65.25)
2.410
(61.22)
5.557
(141.15)
1.003
(25.47)
3.150
(80.01)
7.755
(196.97)

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SECTION 2: INSTALLATION & SETUP
Unpacking / Installing the Changer
After removing the coin changer from the
shipping carton, inspect it for possible damage.
If the unit is damaged, notify the shipping
company immediately. The consignee (person
or company receiving the unit) can file a claim
against the carrier for shipping damage. We
recommend you keep the original carton and
packaging materials to reuse if you need to
transport or ship the coin changer in the future.
If the coin changer is being stored or used as a
spare, always keep it in its shipping carton when
not in use. This will keep it clean and offer the
best protection for the unit.
Installing the Changer
1. Remove power from the vending machine.
DO NOT connect the changer harness
to the vending machine with power
connected.
2. Remove the acceptor from the changer
housing by pressing the acceptor latch
(see Figure 4) on the front of the acceptor
and pull the escrow lever towards you,
away from changer housing.
3. Disconnect the acceptor’s ribbon cable
from the changer housing (see Figure 5).
Lift the acceptor slightly to free the lower
acceptor studs from the changer housing.
Place the acceptor in a clean, dry area.
4. Set the three mounting holes in the back
of the changer housing over the mounting
screws in the vending machine (see
Figure 6). Tighten securely by hand.
5. Re-install the acceptor by inserting the
lower acceptor studs into the changer
housing. Plug the acceptor ribbon
cable into the changer housing. Press the
top of the acceptor into the changer
housing until the acceptor latch engages
the changer housing.
6. Verify the vendor’s coin return
mechanism is adjusted so that the
Acceptor gate is fully closed. There
should be a small gap between the coin
return mechanism and the changer
escrow lever.
Figure 4
Escrow Lever
Acceptor
Release
Latch
LCD Display
User
Interface
Keypad
External
Data Port
Graduated
Tube Scales
IRDA Link
Coin
Denomination
Markings
Changer Components
Changer Components
Payout
Cassette
Release Latch
Sorting Door
Latch
Swing-out
Payout
Cassette
Access
Escrow Lever
Acceptor
Release Latch
Acceptor Gate
Sorting Door
Acceptor
Docking
Cradle
Figure 3

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Figure 5
7. Plug the changer harness into the vending
machine.
Verify steps 1 to 7 are completed
correctly.
8. Apply power to the vending machine.
9. The changer will power up, and then
perform and auto-test of all systems. For
the Guardian E6, the status indicator light
will be green when the unit is operational
and ready for use. For the Guardian 6000,
the display will begin cycling in a steady
state mode as shown in Figure 7.
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SECTION 2: INSTALLATION & SETUP
Figure 6
Steady State Mode
Power Up Sequence
Power Up Sequence
Typical User Display Messaging
• Shows current versions of
software and hardware.
• Performs self-diagnostics of
systems. If there are errors,
recommendations are given.
• Self-diagnostics completed
& all systems functional.
• Current tube configuration.
Note: Some Guardian models may show different m essaging.
SW : v1.1 v1.1
HW : v1 MDB
Checking
Diagnostics
Diagnostics OK
D05¢ E25¢ F25¢
A25¢ B10¢ C05¢
Status: OK
Tubes = $29.15
Add $ 4.85
Float =
$ 34.00
LoopLoop
Guardian 6000
Status: OK
Tubes = $29.15
Float Disabled
LoopLoop
• Intro screen.
See Figure 16 for details on Steady State Mode messages.
Float Mode Off Float Mode On
Figure 7

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Loading Coins
See Figure 10 for coin capacities.
• To Load Front Tubes Only: Tubes
A,B, and C can be hand loaded
without opening the cassette. By
pushing the Sorting Door Latch to
the left and swinging open the
Sorting Door (See Figure 12), you
can load coins directly in tubes A,
B, and C.
SECTION 2: INSTALLATION & SETUP
NOTES:
• Make sure all coins lay flat and fill each coin
tube to be used with at least 5 coins.
• For the most reliable operation, do not load coin
tubes above the 100% level marking.
• Even if all 6 tubes are being used, all tubes
must be left installed but disabled electronically.
For proper operation, be sure to disable coin
routing and coin level sensing for unused
tubes. For the Guardian 6000, use MENU/SETUP/
CASSETTE/CUSTOM and set unused tubes to “---”.
For the Guardian E6, use MENU+D and then press
the unused tube letter button. Figure 8
Figure 9
Payout
Cassette
Release
Latch
10. Load coins into the changer the tubes
using one of the following 3 options:
• Using Swing Out Payout Cas-
sette:
Rotate the Payout Cassette
Release Latch downward to open
the coin Payout Cassette (See
Figure 8). Pivot the Payout
Cassette out of the changer
housing to access the coin
tubes (See Figure 9). Once
the latch has been depressed,
the Payout Cassette must be at
least partially opened before
it can be closed and reset properly.
Fill the six coin tubes to the desired
levels with the appropriate coins.
Refer to the individual labels at the
top of the tube to determine which
coin denominations go in
each tube.
•By Removing Cassette: The
cassette can also be lifted out of
the changer for loading coins.
Open the Payout Cassette and
swing it out, then lift the Payout
Cassette straight up to remove it
(See Figure 11). Load coins as de-
scribed above. Reinstall the
Payout Cassette by first positioning
it on the lower pin, then align the
upper pin and lower the cassette

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Dispensing Coins
Verify proper payout operation
SECTION 2: INSTALLATION & SETUP
Does the changer pay out all coins from
tubes or leave hidden coins? How are
hidden coins reported?
As is typical with most changers, the
Guardian leaves some hidden coins
per tube (typically 5 per tube) to ensure in
coming coins will always stack properly.
These coins can be paid out in a manual pay
out mode. Hidden coins are not reported on
MDB and are not available for change
making. They are included in audit
information and are used in all tube
scanning and float/par calculations.
Figure 11
Figure 12
Sorting
Door
Latch
11. Pay out at least two coins from each
tube to ensure proper operation. Press
each coin tube Inventory Button (See
Figure 13) to dispense coins.
Basic keypad navigation is shown in Figure 14
and a coin payout mode summary in Figure 13.
12. Drop a variety of coins into the
changer to ensure proper operation.
Inventory Buttons: Correspond to individual
coin tubes. Press key to pay out coins.
MAIN MENU
Audit
▲
▼
Coin Payout Buttons
Coin Payout Buttons
Guardian 6000 and Guardian E6
Inventory Buttons: Correspond to individual
coin tubes. Press key to pay out coins.
MAIN MENU
Audit
▲
▼
MAIN MENU
Audit
▲
▼
Coin Payout Buttons
Coin Payout Buttons
Guardian 6000 and Guardian E6
Figure 14
Coin Tube Capacities
Coin Tube Capacities
Qty. $
5¢ 80 $4.00
10¢ 111 $11.10
25¢ 81 $20.25
$1 67 $67.00
5¢ 80 $4.00
10¢ 121 $12.10
25¢ 88 $22.00
$1 68 $68.00
$2 79 $158.00
Country Coin
T
y
pe Max Coin Count
US
Canada
Coin Tube Capacities
Coin Tube Capacities
Qty. $
5¢ 80 $4.00
10¢ 111 $11.10
25¢ 81 $20.25
$1 67 $67.00
5¢ 80 $4.00
10¢ 121 $12.10
25¢ 88 $22.00
$1 68 $68.00
$2 79 $158.00
Country Coin
T
y
pe Max Coin Count
US
Canada
Figure 10
Figure 13
Normal Mode Keystrokes
Pay out one or more
coins from a tube
Hold down alpha key until
desired coins are paid out.
Auto Paydown Mode Keystrokes
Pay out ALL coins in
the tube
Hold down alpha key until at
least 4 coins are dispensed.
Stop Coin Payout Press any key.
Manual Payout
Note: The last several coins in a tube can be paid out with
individual button pushes.
Coin Payout Modes
Normal Mode Keystrokes
Pay out one or more
coins from a tube
Hold down alpha key until
desired coins are paid out.
Auto Paydown Mode Keystrokes
Pay out ALL coins in
the tube
Hold down alpha key until at
least 4 coins are dispensed.
Stop Coin Payout Press any key.
Manual Payout
Note: The last several coins in a tube can be paid out with
individual button pushes.
Coin Payout Modes

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SECTION 2: INSTALLATION & SETUP
When I add coins prior to resetting my float level, the changer automatically kicks coins
out. Why?
Overfill Paydown automatically returns any coins that exceed the Float Mode level. Any coins added to
the coin tubes after parring, or adding coins prior to setting a higher Float level will result in these extra
coins being sent to the coin return. See Step 14 above for how to Disable Float.
Setting Float (optional)
Float Mode records and maintains a predefined level of coins in the tubes, and typically will
maintain a lower level of change in the changer than if Float mode is not used. When using
Float mode, an accepted coin will only be routed to the tube if one has been paid out.
13. You can quickly Enable Float at the current coin levels by simultaneously pressing the keypad
hotkeys E+F. Then press ENTER to accept the displayed Float Value.
14. To disable or reset Float level, simultaneously press keypad hotkeys D+F to Disable Float.
To reset float, adjust the coin levels and repeat step 13 above.
15. Coin tubes can be disabled so that coins in those tubes will not be used in Float calculations
During use, coins in tubes with the float disabled can fill to the 100% tube level. This is
commonly done for high-use, lower denomination coins (e.g. nickels). See Figure 16 on how to
Enable / Disable Float per tube.
Why is it that sometimes when setting a Float Level, the Float setting does not match the
exact value of coins loaded in the changer?
This could be for a couple of different reasons. The coin level sensing is accurate to within
+ 2 coins, so there could be a discrepancy based on coin stack thickness tolerances.
Secondly, when setting the float level, the coin level sensing assumes a minimum of the hidden coin
level (5 coins per tube) for all enabled tubes, even if there are no coins loaded. To eliminate this
condition, diable all unused tubes. For the Guardian 6000, enter MENU/SETUP /CASSETTE /
CUSTOM and set unused tubes to “- - -”. For the Guardian E6, use MENU+D and then press the un
used tube letter button.

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SECTION 3: GENERAL CHANGER OPERATION
General Changer Operation
Acceptor Module
The Acceptor Module contains the majority of the
Guardian’s control logic. The Acceptor can
electronically validate up to 32 different coin
types and actively route accepted coins to six
coin tubes or to the vending machine cashbox.
A LCD display (Guardian 6000) or LED Status
Indicator (Guardian E6) provide visual feedback
on the functional condition of the changer. Six
inventory buttons allow the user to manually
dispense coins from the coin tubes. Special
“hotkeys” or the MENU button (Guardian 6000)
allow access to enter special programming and
Coin Acceptance
Deposited coins enter the coin inlet funnel, where
they are directed down a coin rail formed by the
mainplate and acceptor gate. Optical and
magnetic sensors positioned along the rail
validate the coins. When the coin reaches the
end of the coin rail, motor and solenoid-
operated coin doors direct the coins to either the
coin tubes, cashbox or to the coin return chute.
Steady State User Display
In Sales mode, or steady state operation; the Guardian 6000 will show one of four typical screens as
shown in Figure 15. The Guardian E6 LED Status Indicator will show either a steady green or
blinking green color as shown in Figure 16.
Status: OK
Tubes = $29.15
Add $4.85
Float = $34.00
Status: OK
Tubes = $29.15
Float Disabled
Option 1
Option 1:
Float Enabled
Float Enabled
Status: Warning
Tubes = $29.15
Float Disabled
Warn 1: Clean
Acceptor
Out of Service
Guardian 6000
Guardian 6000
Steady State Operation
Steady State Operation
Sample Display Messages
Option 2
Option 2:
Float Disabled
Float Disabled
Loop
Option 3:
Option 3:
Warning
Warning
Option 4:
Option 4:
Out of Service
Out of Service
• $29.15 change in tubes.
• Float set at $34.00.
• Add $4.85 to Par changer
.
• Warning (s) & recommended
user action
(s) displayed.
• Changer non-operational
and requires immediate
attention.
Fully Functional
Fully Functional
• $29.15 change in tubes.
• Float mode not used.
Changer Problem
Changer Problem
Loop
Loop
Loop
Please see Section 7 for a list of Warning messages.
Status: OK
Tubes = $29.15
Add $4.85
Float = $34.00
Status: OK
Tubes = $29.15
Float Disabled
Option 1
Option 1:
Float Enabled
Float Enabled
Status: Warning
Tubes = $29.15
Float Disabled
Warn 1: Clean
Acceptor
Out of Service
Guardian 6000
Guardian 6000
Steady State Operation
Steady State Operation
Sample Display Messages
Option 2
Option 2:
Float Disabled
Float Disabled
LoopLoop
Option 3:
Option 3:
Warning
Warning
Option 4:
Option 4:
Out of Service
Out of Service
• $29.15 change in tubes.
• Float set at $34.00.
• Add $4.85 to Par changer
.
• Warning (s) & recommended
user action
(s) displayed.
• Changer non-operational
and requires immediate
attention.
Fully Functional
Fully Functional
• $29.15 change in tubes.
• Float mode not used.
Changer Problem
Changer Problem
LoopLoop
LoopLoop
LoopLoop
Please see Section 7 for a list of Warning messages.
(solid) OK / Float
Disabled
x 1
LED Status
Indicator
Guardian E6
Guardian E6
Steady State Operation
Steady State Operation
OK / Float
Enabled
Operational
Flash Code Changer Status
(solid) OK / Float
Disabled
x 1
LED Status
Indicator
Guardian E6
Guardian E6
Steady State Operation
Steady State Operation
OK / Float
Enabled
Operational
Flash Code Changer Status
features. The Guardian E6 uses Setup keys for
customized features and programming. Both
units also allow further access to data and
programming by using hte Coinco FP-5 Field
Programmer.
The Acceptor Module transmits credit and
status information and receives payout and
control information from the vending machine.
The Acceptor monitors each coin tube to know
when it is full so any additional coins can be
routed to the cashbox.
Figure 15 Figure 16

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SECTION 3: GENERAL CHANGER OPERATION
Coin Level Sensing
The Pulse-Echo coin level sensing method emits
and detects sound waves. The number of coins
is calculated by the amount of time it takes the
emitted sound wave to deflect off the coin stack
and return to be detected. (See Figure 17)
Figure 17
Pulse-Echo Coin Sensing Techonology
EMIT
RETURN
Pressing the escrow lever physically opens the
acceptor gate, allowing bent coins and foreign
materials to fall into the coin reject chute. Move-
ment of the front gate is also detected by the coin
changer electronics and is communicated to the
vending machine controller causing any customer
credit to be paid back.
If coins are deposited too closely together (fast
feed), one or more coins may be rejected if the
acceptor cannot safely route them to the appro-
priate coin tube. When any object (coin, counter-
feit coin, etc.) is rejected, the changer will tempo-
rarily delay coin validation to allow the rejected
object to exit the changer.
Housing Module
The Housing Module consists of the changer
housing, MDB harness and changer board. The
backside of the housing has three mounting holes
for attaching the Guardian changer to the vend-
ing machine. The cashbox coin chute is also part
of the housing.
Coin Tube Cassette
The coin cassette contains the six coin tubes that
store coins for change payout. The front and
back halves of the cassette hinge together to
form the coin return chute. Rejected coins from
the acceptor pass through the center of the cas-
sette assembly and fall out the bottom of the coin
changer. Accepted coins are guided into the coin
tubes.
Payout Module
The bottom of the Guardian changer is the Pay-
out Module. Coins stored in the coin tubes of the
cassette are dispensed by the payout modules
motor driven belt. The belt has two pins attached
to it, which engage a sweeper at the bottom of
each coin tube. When the sweeper is engaged,
How often does the changer scan the
tubes?
The Guardian will automatically scan
after any coin deposit or payout. It will
also scan after any “change in state”,
e.g. when the payout cassette or
sorting door is opened then closed.
I added one coin to a tube and the coin
level sensing did not detect it. Why?
The Pulse-Echo coin level sensing
method is accurate to within + 2 coins. It
may not necessarily detect a difference
when a single coin is added. This
is normal and is within the technology’s
margin of error.
Does the Guardian require tube sensing
calibration as with some other models?
No, it does not require any calibration to
attain its level of accuracy.

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SECTION 3: GENERAL CHANGER OPERATION
Guardian 6000 Menu Structure
All Guardian 6000 features can be accessed via the MENU button. The most commonly used
features can be accessed directly via the Figure 18 hotkeys without first entering the Guardian 6000
menu system.
The main menu consists of three primary functions: 1) Audit capabilities 2) Changer Setup, and
3) Recommendations as is shown in Figure 19. This figure is also your guide showing where each
menu topic is reviewed in this user manual. Figure 20 shows more information specifically on the
Setup menu.
Overview - Guardian 6000 Setup and Programming
This section explains the basics to set up and customize the programming of your coin changer. The
following views summarize menu navigation for the Guardian 6000.
• General menu navigation and keypad functionality is shown in Figure 14.
• The special “hotkeys” to streamline setup operations are shown in Figure 18.
• An overview of the Setup menu structure is shown in Figure 19.
• The details of the Setup menu structure are shown in Figure 20.
What happens if I do not complete a Guardian Series programming change and walk away
part way through the change?
For safety purposes, the Guardian times out if a programming step is not completed. After
about 45 seconds it will default to the prior settings.
Guardian 6000 Hotkeys
Guardian 6000 Hotkeys
: Accesses Main Menu.
-
-
+
+
+
+
+
+
+
+
(any individual alpha key)
: Sets Float at current coin levels.
: Disables Float mode.
: Shows payout cassette configuration.
: Initiates Float Paydown (if enabled).
: Initiates Parring Assist mode.
: Displays coin denomination and
quantity for the selected tube (A-F).
Also used for manual coin payout.
(1 press)
: Begins Audit Current Data reporting.
(2 presses)
+
+
Guardian 6000 Hotkeys
Guardian 6000 Hotkeys
: Accesses Main Menu.
-
-
+
+
+
+
+
+
+
+
(any individual alpha key)
: Sets Float at current coin levels.
: Disables Float mode.
: Shows payout cassette configuration.
: Initiates Float Paydown (if enabled).
: Initiates Parring Assist mode.
: Displays coin denomination and
quantity for the selected tube (A-F).
Also used for manual coin payout.
(1 press)
: Begins Audit Current Data reporting.
(2 presses)
+
+
Figure 18

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SECTION 3: GENERAL CHANGER OPERATION
Figure 19
Setup
Setup
Recommendations
Recommendations
Float
Cassette
Coin Config
Field Tune
General
Password
Optimal Float ……………..
page 28
Service ……...…………….. page 28
Current ……………………..page 20
Historical …….…………… page 20
Clear Current ………...……. page 20
Audit
Audit
Scroll up / down using arrow keys
Scroll within menu
Main Menu
Guardian 6000: Menu Structure
Guardian 6000: Menu Structure
See Figure 20
for additional
information
Setup
Setup
Recommendations
Recommendations
Float
Cassette
Coin Config
Field Tune
General
Password
Optimal Float ……………..
page 28
Service ……...…………….. page 28
Current ……………………..page 20
Historical …….…………… page 20
Clear Current ………...……. page 20
Audit
Audit
Scroll up / down using arrow keys
Scroll within menu
Main Menu
Guardian 6000: Menu Structure
Guardian 6000: Menu Structure
See Figure 20
for additional
information
Coin Enable ….........page 31
Change Mgmt …......page 33
Security Level ……..page 34
Set Float …...……...page 12
Disable Float …......page 12
Overfill Paydn …....page 19
Float Paydn………..page 19
Standard …..............page 24
Custom …................page 24
Autotest …..............page 42
MDB Settings …......page 36
Dual Currency …....page 32
Language …............page 35
Clear Hst Audit …...page 35
Factory Reset ….....page 35
Sound ….................page 36
Chg Password …....page 29
Password Level …..page 29
Float
Scroll up / down using arrow keys
Setup Menu
Set / m aintain predefined coin level.
Turn off Float Mode.
Enable (default) / disable Overfill Paydown.
Enable / Disable (default) Float Paydown.
Add token, assign value and routing.
Delete previously loaded token.
Change token value.
Change routing (coinbox, coin return tube).
Block a slug from being accepted.
Determine which coins are accepted.
Set change paying algorithm.
Enable Standard or High Security by coin.
Run Autotest for changer troubleshooting.
Change MDB Level for changer communications.
Accept coins from two countries & which go to tubes.
Set baseline language.
Delete Audit Historical data.
Return changer to factory settings.
Disable/Enable changer audible feedback.
Assign coin routing for standard cassette.
Assign coin routing for custom configuration.
Change user password.
Change password protection level for menu.
Token Add …...........page 26
Token Delete ….......page 26
Token Chg Value …page 27
Token Chg Rtg ……page 27
Slug Remove ..........page 25
Guardian 6000 Setup Menu Structure
Guardian 6000 Setup Menu Structure
Cassette
Coin Config
Field Tune
General
Password
Coin Enable ….........page 31
Change Mgmt …......page 33
Security Level ……..page 34
Set Float …...……...page 12
Disable Float …......page 12
Overfill Paydn …....page 19
Float Paydn………..page 19
Standard …..............page 24
Custom …................page 24
Autotest …..............page 42
MDB Settings …......page 36
Dual Currency …....page 32
Language …............page 35
Clear Hst Audit …...page 35
Factory Reset ….....page 35
Sound ….................page 36
Chg Password …....page 29
Password Level …..page 29
Float
Scroll up / down using arrow keys
Setup Menu
Set / m aintain predefined coin level.
Turn off Float Mode.
Enable (default) / disable Overfill Paydown.
Enable / Disable (default) Float Paydown.
Add token, assign value and routing.
Delete previously loaded token.
Change token value.
Change routing (coinbox, coin return tube).
Block a slug from being accepted.
Determine which coins are accepted.
Set change paying algorithm.
Enable Standard or High Security by coin.
Run Autotest for changer troubleshooting.
Change MDB Level for changer communications.
Accept coins from two countries & which go to tubes.
Set baseline language.
Delete Audit Historical data.
Return changer to factory settings.
Disable/Enable changer audible feedback.
Assign coin routing for standard cassette.
Assign coin routing for custom configuration.
Change user password.
Change password protection level for menu.
Token Add …...........page 26
Token Delete ….......page 26
Token Chg Value …page 27
Token Chg Rtg ……page 27
Slug Remove ..........page 25
Guardian 6000 Setup Menu Structure
Guardian 6000 Setup Menu Structure
Cassette
Coin Config
Field Tune
General
Password
Figure 20

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Overview - Guardian E6 Setup and Programming
This section explains the basics to set up and customize the programming of your Guardian E6 coin
changer.
• Figure 21 shows the Setup keys.
• Figure 22 shows the user feeback communicated by the LCD. These are the typical
sequences you will see while the unit is in normal Steady State mode, or Setup Mode.
All Guardian E6 setup options are accessed via the Setup keys as shown in Figure 21. The LCD
status indicator communicates the status of all the Setup operations. When a feature is enabled or
an operation is successfully completed, it will flash green three times; when a feature is disabled it will
flash red three times. If the changer is waiting for further user input to complete the Setup process, it
will flash orange until the input is made, or until it times out.
Note that several of the Figure 21 Setup key pairs are “toggles” in that they will enable a feature the
first time they are used (LCD indicator flashes green three times), and then disable it the next time
(LCD indicator flashes red three times.)
Note that all Guardian 6000 Setup features are available in the Guardian E6 through the use of the
Coinco FP-5 Field Programmer. In this case, the E6 keypad functionality is exactly the same as the
Guardian 6000, wtih the FP-5 LCD screen serving as the changer display screen.
Guardian E6 Setup Keys
Guardian E6 Setup Keys
-
-
+
+
+
+
+
+
+
+
(any individual alpha key)
: Sets Float at current coin levels.
: Used for manual coin payout.
: Enters / Exits Parring Assist Mode.
: Initiates Float Paydown (if enabled).
+
+: Enables / Disables Overfill Paydown.
+
+: Enables / Disables Float Paydown.
+
+: Enters Coin Routing Mode.
+
+: Enters Token Teach Mode.
: Keypad Lockout toggle (on / off).
(Hold for 5
seconds)
: Disables Float Mode.
+
+: Enters Disable Tube Mode.
Guardian E6 Setup Keys
Guardian E6 Setup Keys
-
-
+
+
+
+
+
+
+
+
(any individual alpha key)
: Sets Float at current coin levels.
: Used for manual coin payout.
: Enters / Exits Parring Assist Mode.
: Initiates Float Paydown (if enabled).
+
+: Enables / Disables Overfill Paydown.
+
+: Enables / Disables Float Paydown.
+
+: Enters Coin Routing Mode.
+
+: Enters Token Teach Mode.
: Keypad Lockout toggle (on / off).
(Hold for 5
seconds)
: Disables Float Mode.
+
+: Enters Disable Tube Mode.
Feature
Enabled
x 3
LED Status
Indicator
Guardian E6
Guardian E6
LED Status Feedback
LED Status Feedback
Feature
Disabled
x 3
Setup Mode
(awaiting user input)
(blinking)
(solid) OK / Float
Disabled
x 1 OK / Float
Enabled
Setup Mode
Flash Code Changer Status
Normal
Feature
Enabled
x 3
LED Status
Indicator
Guardian E6
Guardian E6
LED Status Feedback
LED Status Feedback
Feature
Disabled
x 3
Setup Mode
(awaiting user input)
(blinking)
(solid) OK / Float
Disabled
x 1 OK / Float
Enabled
Setup Mode
Flash Code Changer Status
Normal
Figure 21 Figure 22

18
Now that you’ve installed and completed the basic setup of your Guardian Series changer, this section will
review typical route operations. More detailed setup capabilities are detailed in Section 5.
Parring the Guardian
Parring is the action of bringing the changer back to its original Float level of change. Float is the user-defined
level of coins.
There a number of ways to bring the coin changer back to its original float level. This can be accomplished
either via the Guardian’s automated parring system (when Float has been set by the user), or visually when
Float has not been set.
1. Automated Parring System (Guardian 6000 only): One of the simplest ways to par is by using the
Guardian’s automated parring recommendations. The Guardian will lead you through the steps
automatically, including communicating the exact amount of change to add. Automated parring is
initiated once either the Payout Cassette or Sorting Door is opened. See Figure 23 for details.
If coins only need to be added to the front tubes, the Sorting Door can be opened instead of the payout
cassette. Otherwise, everything else is the same in Figure 23.
2. Parring Assist (Guardian E6 only): Coins are loaded via the funnel with any coins in excess of the
Float level being automatically rejected by the coin changer. See Figure 24 for details.
3. Visual Parring (Float Level not set): The Guardian Series changers can also be parred visually by
refilling the tubes to the approximate levels. This can be done either by referencing the tube markings,
or by using the optional Guardian adjustable rings. The Manual or Visual Parring Methods are only
used when Float Mode is disabled. For Manual/Visual Parring:
• Open the payout cassette (for access to all tubes) or sort door (for access to front tubes only.)
• Load coins to the desired tube level marking.
• If par rings are being used - they can be adjusted to the desired level by sliding them up or down the
tubes.
SECTION 4: TYPICAL USAGE

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SECTION 4: TYPICAL USAGE
D05¢ E25¢ F25¢
A25¢ B10¢ C05¢
Checking
System
Guardian 6000
Guardian 6000
Automated
Automated Parring Parring Routine Routine
• Current tube configuration is
shown after the cassette release
lever is depressed.
Changer Steady
State Mode
Note: Float must be set to use this capability.
1. Depress cassette release lever.
2. Swing payout cassette open.
Insert Coins to
PAR changer…
Add $4.85
Loop
• Insert a combination of coins that
equals the displayed value ($4.85
in this example).
Diagnostics OK
Scanning Coin
Counts
Parring Changer
Close payout cassette.
• Guardian verifies status of all systems.
• System check status reported.
Any problems would be noted.
• Coin tubes are scanned for
updated levels.
• If too many coins are added, the
excess are are paid out automatically.
Overfill Paydown can be disabled.
• Steady state mode “Tubes = xx.xx“
displays updated coin levels.
Par Complete • Par routine is complete.
D05¢ E25¢ F25¢
A25¢ B10¢ C05¢
Checking
System
Guardian 6000
Guardian 6000
Automated
Automated Parring Parring Routine Routine
• Current tube configuration is
shown after the cassette release
lever is depressed.
Changer Steady
State Mode
Note: Float must be set to use this capability.
1. Depress cassette release lever.
2. Swing payout cassette open.
Insert Coins to
PAR changer…
Add $4.85
LoopLoop
• Insert a combination of coins that
equals the displayed value ($4.85
in this example).
Diagnostics OK
Scanning Coin
Counts
Parring Changer
Close payout cassette.
• Guardian verifies status of all systems.
• System check status reported.
Any problems would be noted.
• Coin tubes are scanned for
updated levels.
• If too many coins are added, the
excess are are paid out automatically.
Overfill Paydown can be disabled.
• Steady state mode “Tubes = xx.xx“
displays updated coin levels.
Par Complete • Par routine is complete.
Figure 23

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Setting Float (optional)
Setting Float was covered in Section 2: Installation & Setup. Float can be enabled at the current coin
tube levels by using hotkeys E+F. To disable Float, use hotkeys D+F.
Float can also be set on the Guardian 6000 via the MENU. See Figure 25 below.
For the Guardian E6, see Figure 26 below.
SECTION 4: TYPICAL USAGE
Action Mode
LED
Indicator
#
1.
Insert coins in changer funnel.
• Coin quantities up to the Float level are routed
to the coin tubes.
• Excess coins are rejected (see details in table
below).
3.
Float Level Set and
Float Paydown Disabled
Float Level of Coins
2.
Setup /
Parring
Assist
Guardian E6
Guardian E6
Parring
Parring Assist Routine Assist Routine
+
+(slow blink)
+
+
OK /
Sales
Mode
or
or
How Many Coins Will Route To The Tubes?
Parring Assist Coin Level If Changer Has:
Float Disabled
Tube “Full” Level
Float Paydown Enabled
Tube “Full” Level
Float Off Float Set
To Exit Mode:
Action Mode LED
Indicator
#
1.
Insert coins in changer funnel.
• Coin quantities up to the Float level are routed
to the coin tubes.
• Excess coins are rejected (see details in table
below).
3.
Float Level Set and
Float Paydown Disabled
Float Level of Coins
2.
Setup /
Parring
Assist
Guardian E6
Guardian E6
Parring
Parring Assist Routine Assist Routine
+
+(slow blink)
+
+
OK /
Sales
Mode
or
or
How Many Coins Will Route To The Tubes?
Parring Assist Coin Level If Changer Has:
Float Disabled
Tube “Full” Level
Float Paydown Enabled
Tube “Full” Level
Float Off Float Set
To Exit Mode:
Figure 24

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SECTION 4: TYPICAL USAGE
Figure 25
Scanning
Tubes
Changer
Steady State
Mode
▲
▼
Scroll
FLOAT
Set Float
FLOAT
Select Tubes
Enter Float Set To
$XX.XX
CANCEL
SETUP
Float
▲
▼
▲
▼
▲
▼
Float = $XX.XX
CANCEL or ENTER
Setting / Disabling Float
Setting / Disabling Float
Enter
▲
▼
Scroll
Enter
1. Push D+F to Disable Float.
2. Open cassette and load desired level of coins.
3. Close cassette and wait for steady state operation (cycling display).
4. Press E+F to Enable Float, and accept by pressing ENTER
1. Press MENU and scroll using arrow keys to the screen below.
Or
FLOAT
Disable Float
▲
▼
Float Disabled
Enter
▲
▼
Scroll
Scanning
Tubes
Changer
Steady State
Mode
▲
▼
Scroll ▲
▼
Scroll
FLOAT
Set Float
FLOAT
Select Tubes
Enter Float Set To
$XX.XX
CANCEL
SETUP
Float
▲
▼
▲
▼
▲
▼
Float = $XX.XX
CANCEL or ENTER
Setting / Disabling Float
Setting / Disabling Float
Enter
▲
▼
Scroll ▲
▼
Scroll
Enter
1. Push D+F to Disable Float.
2. Open cassette and load desired level of coins.
3. Close cassette and wait for steady state operation (cycling display).
4. Press E+F to Enable Float, and accept by pressing ENTER
1. Press MENU and scroll using arrow keys to the screen below.
Or
FLOAT
Disable Float
▲
▼
Float Disabled
Enter
▲
▼
Scroll ▲
▼
Scroll
Guardian E6
Guardian E6
Setting & Disabling Float
Setting & Disabling Float
Changer
automatically returns
to Sales Mode
or
or
Float Off Float Set
To Set Set Float
Float
1.
2.
+
+
Note: If coins are rejecting while you’re adding coins to increase the Float
level, press D+F to Disable Float. Then add coins and Set Float.
Press Hotkeys: +
+
Load coin tubes to desired levels.
3. x 3 LED Indicates
Feature Enabled
4.
To Disable Disable Float
Float
Changer
automatically returns
to Sales Mode
or
or
Float Off Float Set
1.
2.
Press Hotkeys:
3.
x 3 LED Indicates
Feature Disabled
Guardian E6
Guardian E6
Setting & Disabling Float
Setting & Disabling Float
Changer
automatically returns
to Sales Mode
or
or
Float Off Float Set
To Set Set Float
Float
1.
2.
+
+
Note: If coins are rejecting while you’re adding coins to increase the Float
level, press D+F to Disable Float. Then add coins and Set Float.
Press Hotkeys: +
+
Load coin tubes to desired levels.
3. x 3 LED Indicates
Feature Enabled
4.
To Disable Disable Float
Float
Changer
automatically returns
to Sales Mode
or
or
Float Off Float Set
1.
2.
Press Hotkeys:
3.
x 3 LED Indicates
Feature Disabled
Figure 26