MEI CASHFLOW 8000 Series User guide

Part Number 79xxxxxxx Rev G1
START
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UP GUIDE
CASHFLOW
®
8000 S
eries
Change Manager
GB

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INSTALLATION
Preparing for Installation
♦Turn OFF all power to the vending machine.
♦To ensure that the CF8000 performance is not
affected, visually check the vending machine is
upright, both from the front and side.
♦Before mounting the CF8000 to the vending
machine, check the operating voltage of the vending
machine matches that stated on the CF8000 label.
Installing the CF8000 to the machine
The CF8000 is mounted onto the vending machine by hanging it onto three studs
located on the vending machine. To do this you will need to open the
discriminator assembly and line up the mounting keyholes of the CF8000 with the
vending machine studs.
♦Press the yellow button at the top of the CF8000 and gently lift and pull the
discriminator assembly forward. Once open, the mounting keyholes will be
made visible.
♦To securely fix the CF8000 in place, partly unscrew the three machine studs.
♦Line up the three mounting keyholes of the CF8000 with the studs and hang it
in place ensuring that the CF8000 is sitting flat against the machine back
plate.
Label

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♦Tighten all three studs and return the discriminator back to its normal position.
Alignment Checks
Once the CF8000 has been securely fitted to the vending machine, check reject
lever operation and coin chute alignment. Do this without any power applied to
the machine.
Cable Connection
The CF8000 may be fitted with more than one cable,
these may be intended for TX-RX communications,
drive an external display or to extract audit data.
Once all relevant cables are connected and before
closing the machine door, tuck any unused cables away
tidily ensuring that none are trapped between the reject
lever mechanism and the vending machine door. You
can now switch ON the power to the vending machine.
4mm
Lid
Lever
Reject
Button
Check there is a minimum 4mm gap between
the machines reject lever mechanism and the
CF8000 reject button.
Press the machine lever a couple of times and
ensure the lid of the discriminator opens and
closes correctly.
Check machine coin chute alignment by inserting
two of each coin denomination through the coin
entry slot of the machine.
Ensure that the inserted coins fall freely into the
CF8000 and exit out into the machines cash
return cup.
Product
Dimensions
H: 371mm
W: 138mm
D: 80mm

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KEYPAD FUNCTIONS
On the front of the CashFlow
®
8000 there is a user interface keypad. The keypad
has six function buttons and a large LCD display.
This keypad allows you to dispense coins from the five-tube dispenser, access &
navigate through the configuration menus and monitor the status of the CF8000.
1 USB Socket Audit, Configuration, Service
2 to Dispense coins & navigate through menus
3 Irda Port Infra-red Audit
4 Display (LCD) Menu information & warning display
5 ‘Mode’ Button Access service & setup menus
6 Service Connector Mini USB link to PC
The blue keys (marked A to E) have two functions.
When the CF8000 is in idle mode, pressing a blue button on its own will dispense
a coin from that tube. When you press and hold the blue button for approx. 4
seconds, this activates auto dispense (latch dispensing of coins) until the tube is
empty of coins. If however, the yellow (mode) button is pressed, the blue buttons
are then used for navigation through the CF8000 service mode and setup mode
menus.
Service Mode: gives access to the most frequently used product configuration
options. (See Service Mode Options - Page 6)
Setup Mode: gives access to general product configuration options that are
required when setting up your CF8000. (See Setup Mode Menus - Page 7)
A E
1
4 5 6
2 3

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GETTING STARTED
At power up, the CF8000 will run a self test, where the CF8000 motor will sound.
The LCD display briefly shows its software revision and as there are no coins in
the tube cassette, the display will show a “Low Tubes” message requesting that
the coin tubes be filled to a predefined level ( refer to the floating coin tubes section ).
Once the CF8000 has enough coins in the tubes, the LCD display will show the
coin totals (in currency value) stored in the tubes.
Note: MEI recommends that a small number of coins (e.g. 5 of each) be inserted
in each tube prior to leaving the machine.
Floating the Coin Tubes
There are two ways to float the CF8000 tubes with coins.
1) Manually fill each tube by inserting coins into the tubes.
2) Use the Service Mode and insert coins through the discriminator.
Filling Tubes Manually
1. Remove the tube cassette from the CF8000.
2. Insert required number of coins into relevant storage tubes.
3. Re-fit tube cassette back on to the CF8000.
The CF8000 will now begin an automatic tube calibration measurement where a
clicking sound will be heard, this is normal. Once calibration is complete the
display will show a total currency value of the coins inserted. If a tube is left
empty the display will show a tube low message for the particular tube.
Fill Tube using Service Mode
1. Press the Yellow ‘Mode’ button once.
2. Press ‘A’ button and start inserting coins through the discriminator.
3. The display will show the number of coins that are required for each tube.
(the displayed count will decrement as coins are inserted)
4. Press ‘A’ button to exit float mode.
CF8000 Menu Structure
Setup Mode
There are two ways to access the Setup Mode menus.
1. Press and hold the ‘Mode’ button for 2 seconds.
2. Press the ‘Mode’ button once and select the ‘Setup’ option by pressing
button ‘E’. (This method requires a pass code. When asked for this, press
buttons ‘A’‘B’‘C’).

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Service Mode Options (Quick Menu Codes)
This list shows the most commonly used service modes.
Press Following
Button Sequence Description / Action
Float coin tubes / (Insert coins then press ‘Mode’
button)
Clear accumulated credit – (Not MDB) and clear
‘Clean Me’ message.
Float Teach sets float levels to current coin tube
levels.
[Not available in Auto Float mode]
Inhibit a coin / (Insert a coin and then press the reject
lever)
Enable a coin / (Insert a coin and then press ‘Mode’
button)
View coin details / (press to scroll up) (press to scroll down)
View channel set / (press to exit view)
Teach vend price / (Insert coins to the value of
the price and then press the price line button on
the machine to set it)
(When finished press the button)
[This feature is only available on Executive products]
Custom tube cassette teach /
(Enter coin, select position then press )
Select predefined tube cassette / (enter code on
cassette label & press ‘Mode’ button)
D ? ?
D
C
C
C
D
B B
B A
B
B
A D
A A
A

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Setup Mode Menus
Menu Starts from Here
Prices
Language
Float Options
Change Mgmt
Machine Options
Coin Config
Cashless Config
General
Error Log
Test
Audit Config
Bank Note Config
EXAMPLE: - How to set the language
1. Press the ‘Mode’ button once
2. Press button ‘E’ to select ‘Setup’
3. Enter pass code, Press ‘A’‘B’‘C’
4. Press button ‘D
’ to scroll up the menu
an until the display shows Language
5. Press ‘Select’ then ‘Edit’
6. Use button ‘D’ or ‘E’ to scroll to the
required language
7. Select ‘OK’
8. Select ‘Back’ and ‘Back’ again to
save your setting and exit
Messages Only if Messages available
Press button ‘D’ - Scrolls Up the menus
Press button ‘E’ – Scrolls Down the menus
Menu Option Selected

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Alert Messages
An Alert message on the display allows you to pinpoint a fault that may have
occurred on one of the modules of the changegiver. These types of fault can be
rectified at the machine and can be for example caused by; a coin jam, dirt built
up or the cassette has been removed etc.
Alert Message Changegiver Maintenance
Discriminator error
Accept gate error
Separator module sensor error
Tube cassette error
Dispenser module error
Predefined Cassettes
The CF8000 has stored in memory a selection of predefined tube cassettes that
provide different payout options. These additional payout options can be
activated by entering the correct “Cassette Code” on the keypad.
The “Cassette Code” can be found on the front label of the cassette.
To select a predefined cassette, press the ‘Mode’ button then ‘D’ followed by the
button code. Finally select ‘Accept’ from the menu to confirm and save.
Note: You must have the correct cassette payout fitted and empty of coins as
the CF8000 will need to calibrate the new cassette.

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Machine Interface
Manufacturer Machine Audit Capability
Klix Outlook Dex Kit Needed
Colibri No Audit Available - S/w update
Venecia Jack option available
Zenith Pre 2000 Printer only
Sfera >2006 S/W files needed (+4K Board)
Astro <2006 Jack looms only ?
Snack
Brio
Rondo
Kikko
Canto
Necta
Sambo
- All Eprom variants - no Audit
Brela
Mistral
Azkoyen
Palma
BVM
Bianchi LEI
- New Machines Dex & DDCMP
Rhea Sagoma
Sielaff - Need Audit Capable Display PCB
FAS - No Audit option
- Dex (machines ?) Jack Fitted or 4 Pin
Dixie 5800/5594
Royal - Dex
Crane - PCN Connector J36
Vendo VDI Jack
VUE Jack

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SAFETY
National & International Standards Conformance
CashFlow
®
8000 Series products operate at Safety Extra Low Voltage Level
(SELV) as defined in IEC335/EN60335 ‘Safety of Household and Similar
Appliances’. They may be designed into equipment complying with
IEC335/EN60335 or IEC950/EN60950 ‘Safety of Information Technology
Equipment’.
CashFlow
®
8000 Series products are of Class 3 construction.
Rated Operating Voltage
The operating voltage of a CashFlow
®
8000 Series is stated on the label attached
to the product. It must not be used with any power source other than that
indicated.
Operating Temperature
Ambient Operating Temperature: (-15°C) to 70°C
Dangerous Environments
The CashFlow
®
8000 Series must not be operated in the presence of flammable
gasses, fumes or water. The CF8000 is not suitable for use in areas where there
could be direct contact with water jets.
Routine Maintenance
Maintenance should be performed by properly trained service technician.
Clean with mild soap and damp cloth. Allow to dry completely prior to re-powering
the CF8000.
Product Disposal
Do not dispose of any part of a CashFlow
®
8000 Series by incineration.
CashFlow
®
8000 Series Start
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Revision G1
Publication Date: September 2010
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®
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®
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