Necta Vending Solutions SpA Sfera User manual

INSTALLATION, USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
UK English
Sfera
DOC. NO. H 211U 02
EDITION 2 2004-04

DICHIARAZIONE DI CONFORMITA’
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
DÉCLARATION DE CONFORMITÉ
KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG
DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD
DECLARAÇÃO DE CONFORMIDADE
VERKLARING VAN OVEREENSTEMMING
INTYG OM ÖVERENSSTÄMMELSE
OVERENSSTEMMELSESERKLÆRING
YHDENMUKAISUUSTODISTUS
Dichiarachelamacchinadescrittanellatarghettadiidentificazione,èconformealledisposizionilegislativedelledirettive:
89/392, 89/336, 73/23 CEE e successive modifiche ed integrazioni.
Declares that the machine described in the identification plate conforms to the legislative directions of the directives: 89/
392, 89/336, 73/23 EEC and further amendments and integrations.
Déclare que l’appareil décrit dans la plaque signalétique satisfait aux prescriptions des directives: 89/392, 89/336, 73/
23 CEE et modifications/intégrations suivantes.
Erklärt, daß das im Typenschild beschriebene Gerät den EWG Richtlinien 89/392,
89/336, 73/23 sowie den folgenden Änderungen/Ergänzungen entspricht.
Declara que la máquina descripta en la placa de identificación, resulta conforme a las disposiciones legislativas de las
directivas: 89/392, 89/336, 73/23 CEE y modificaciones y integraciones sucesivas.
Declara que o distribuidor descrita na chapa de identificação é conforme às disposições legislativas das directivas CEE
89/392, 89/336 e 73/23 e sucessivas modificações e integrações.
Verklaart dat de op de identificatieplaat beschreven machine overeenstemt met de bepalingen van de EEG richtlijnen
89/392, 89/336 en 73/23 en de daaropvolgende wijzigingen en aanvullingen.
Intygar att maskinen som beskrivs på identifieringsskylten överensstämmer med lagstiftningsföreskrifterna i direktiven:
89/392, 89/336, 73/23 CEE och påföljande och kompletteringar.
Det erklæres herved, at automaten angivet på typeskiltet er i overensstemmelse med direktiverne
89/392, 89/336 og 73/23 EU og de senere ændringer og tillæg.
Forsikrer under eget ansvar at apparatet som beskrives i identifikasjonsplaten, er i overensstemmelse med vilkårene i
EU-direktivene 89/392, 89/336, 73/23 med endringer.
Vahvistaa, että arvokyltissä kuvattu laite vastaa EU-direktiivien 89/392, 89/336, 73/23 sekä niihin myöhemmin tehtyjen
muutosten määräyksiä.
Valbrembo, 03/05/2001
ANTONIO CAVO
C.E.O

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
English
INTRODUCTION PAGE 2
IDENTIFICATION OF THE VENDING MACHINE PAGE 2
IN THE EVENT OF FAILURES PAGE 2
TRANSPORT AND STORAGE PAGE 2
USING THE VENDING MACHINE PAGE 3
POSITIONING THE VENDING MACHINE PAGE 3
WARNING FOR INSTALLATION PAGE 3
PRECAUTIONS IN USING THE MACHINE PAGE 3
WARNING FOR SCRAPPING PAGE 3
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS PAGE 4
ACCESSORIES PAGE 4
POWER CONSUMPTION PAGE 4
CHANGEABLE COMBINATION LOCK PAGE 5
LOADING AND CLEANING PAGE 6
MAIN SWITCH PAGE 6
CONFIGURING THE SPIRALS PAGE 6
HYGIENE AND CLEANING PAGE 7
LOADING PRODUCTS PAGE 8
START-UP PAGE 8
NOISE LEVEL PAGE 8
INSTALLATION PAGE 9
UNPACKING THE VENDING MACHINE PAGE 9
INSTALLING THE PAYMENT SYSTEM PAGE 9
CONNECTING TO THE POWER SUPPLY PAGE 10
CONTROLS AND INFORMATION PAGE 10
INTERNAL COMPONENTS PAGE 10
MAIN SWITCH PAGE 11
DISPENSING COMPARTMENT
MANUAL RELEASE PAGE 11
OPERATING MODES PAGE 12
USER INTERFACE PAGE 12
DIRECT SELECTIONS PAGE 12
NORMAL OPERATING MODE PAGE 12
FILLER MENU PAGE 12
STATISTICS PAGE 13
PRICES BY SINGLE SELECTIONS PAGE 13
CHANGE TUBES CONTROL PAGE 13
SPECIAL SELECTIONS PAGE 13
TEST PAGE 14
GSM PRE-ALARMS PAGE 14
EVADTS TRANSFER PAGE 14
TECHNICIAN MENU PAGE 15
PRESENT FAILURES PAGE 16
PROGRAMMING THE PARAMETERS PAGE 17
STATISTICS PAGE 21
TEST PAGE 23
MACHINE INFORMATION PAGE 23
INITIALISING PAGE 23
EVADTS CODES PAGE 24
GSM PAGE 24
MAINTENANCE
PAGE 25
PRINTED BOARD FUNCTIONS
AND INDICATOR LAMPS PAGE 25
CONFIGURING THE BOARD PAGE 25
SOFTWARE UPDATE PAGE 25
CONFIGURINGTHETRAYS PAGE 26
PRODUCT SPACERS PAGE 26
PRODUCT EJECTOR PAGE 26
REPLACING THE SPIRALS PAGE 26
REMOVING THE TRAYS PAGE 26
CHANGING THE NUMBER OF TRAYS PAGE 27
TILTING TRAYS PAGE 27
CHANGING THE TRAY CONFIGURATION PAGE 27
POWER SUPPLY UNIT PAGE 28
ACCESS TO THE COOLING UNIT PAGE 28
MENU SUMMARY PAGE 31
WIRING DIAGRAM PAGE 57

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INTRODUCTION
Thistechnicaldocumentationispartandparcelofthe
vendingmachineandmustalwaysfollowthemachine
in case it is moved or transfer of ownership, so as to
allow consultation by different operators.
Beforestartinginstallationandusingthemachine,itisfirst
necessary to carefully read and understand the instruc-
tions contained in this manual, as they offer important
information on installation safety, operating instructions
and maintenance.
This manual is divided into three chapters.
Thefirst chapterdescribestheloadingandroutinemain-
tenance operations which are carried out in areas of the
machine accessible with simple use of the door key,
without using any other tools.
The second chapter contains the instructions for correct
installationandallinformationnecessaryforoptimumuse
of the machine.
The third chapter describes maintenance operations
whichinvolvetheuseoftoolstoaccesspotentiallydanger-
ous areas.
The operations described in the second and third
chapters must be carried out only by personnel who
havethespecific knowledgeofthe machine function-
ing from a point of view of electrical safety and health
regulations.
IDENTIFICATION OF THE VENDING
MACHINE AND ITS CHARACTERISTICS
Each machine is identified by its own serial number,
indicatedontheratingplateattachedinsidethecabineton
the right side.
Thisplate(seefigurebelow)istheonlyoneacknowledged
bythemanufacturerastheidentificationoftheapparatus,
and carries all the data which readily and safely give
technicalinformationsuppliedbythemanufacturer.Italso
assists in the spare parts management.
Absorbed power
Operating voltage
Model
Product code
Current
Frequency
Serial number
IN THE EVENT OF FAILURES
In most cases, any technical problems are corrected by
small repair operations; however, before contacting the
manufacturer we recommend that this manual be read
carefully.
Should there be serious failures or malfunctions, contact
the following:
NECTA VENDING SOLUTIONS SpA
Via Roma 24
24030 Valbrembo
Italy - Tel. +39 - 035606111
TRANSPORT AND STORAGE
To prevent any damage, special care should be taken
when loading or unloading the vending machine.
The machine can be lifted by a motor-driven or manual
forklifttruck,andtheforksaretobeplacedunderneaththe
machine from the side clearly indicated by the symbol on
the cardboard package.
Do not:
- overturn the vending machine;
- drag the vending machine with ropes or similar;
- lift the vending machine by its sides;
- lift the vending machine with slings or ropes;
- shake the vending machine.
The machine should be stored in a dry room where the
temperature remains between 0°C and 40°C.
Avoid stacking machines one on top of the other and
always keep it upright as indicated by the arrows on the
packing.
Refrigeration system class Type and amount of refrigerant
Type
Fig. 1

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USING THE VENDING MACHINE FOR
PACKAGED PRODUCTS
Adifferentsalepricecanbesetforeachproductselection
by the machine electronic control. The various functions
areprogrammedthroughtheselectionkeypadwithoutany
need for additional equipment.
Allmodels are equipped with variableconfiguration trays,
addingorremovingdividers,spiralsandratiomotors;there-
fore the machine can be easily suited to specific needs.
All trays are preset for the operation of up to 8 selections
(maximum setting).
The product holders are equipped with independent mo-
tors and spirals; each selection will continue its operation
autonomously even if the other selections are discon-
nected.
Thisvending machineshouldonlybeusedtosell and
dispense packaged products that do not need refrig-
eration to be preserved.
Strictly comply with the producer’s specifications
regarding storage temperature and expiry date for
each product.
Any other use is unsuitable and thus potentially dan-
gerous.
POSITIONING THE VENDING MACHINE
The vending machine is not suitable for outdoor installa-
tion.Itmustbepositionedinadryroomwherethetempera-
tureremainsbetween5°Cand32°C,andnotwherewater
jets are used for cleaning (e.g. in large kitchens, etc.).
The machine should be placed close to a wall.
Theventilationsystem allowsthebackpanel tobeleaned
against the wall, thus saving space, as air is drawn from
under the machine and exhausted through a grille at the
front.
Warning!
Incorrectventilationmaycompromisetheproperfunc-
tioning of the cooling unit.
The machine should be positioned with a maximum incli-
nation of 2°.
Ifnecessaryprovideproperlevellingbywayoftheadjust-
able feet included.
WARNING FOR INSTALLATION
The machine installation and the following mainte-
nance operations should be carried out by qualified
personnel only, who are trained in the correct use of
the machine according to the standards in force.
The machine is sold without payment system, therefore
the installer of such a system is responsible for any
damage to the machine or to things and persons caused
byfaultyinstallation.
The integrity of the machine and compliance with the
standardsoftherelevantsystemsmustbecheckedat
least once a year by qualified personnel.
PRECAUTIONS IN USING THE MACHINE
The following precautions will assist in protecting the
environment:
- use biodegradable products only to clean the machine;
- adequately dispose of all containers of the products
used for loading and cleaning the machine;
- keep the machine away from heat sources;
- regularly check the condition of the door seal to limit
any heat dispersion;
- limit as much as possible door opening time during
loading operations to avoid temperature increase
inside the cabinet and subsequent power consumption.
WARNING FOR SCRAPPING
Wheneverthemachineistobescrapped,thelawsinforce
regarding environment protection should be strictly ob-
served. More specifically:
- ferrous and plastic materials and the like are to be
disposed of in authorized areas only;
- insulating materials should be recovered by qualified
companies;
- the gas inside the cooling unit, regardless of the type
(see the identification plate), should be recoveredby
qualified companies by means of special equipment.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Power supply voltage 230 V~
Power supply frequency 50 Hz
Absorbed power 510 W
Max. operating conditions:
Ambient temperature 32 °C
Relativehumidity 65%
Refrigeration system:
Compressor’s refrigeration output 320 W
Fan-forced evaporator
Programmable defrosting cycle
DIMENSIONS
Height 1830 mm
Width 880 mm
Depth 890 mm
Overall depth with door open at 90° 1494 mm
Weight (approx.) 290 Kg
SALES PRICES
Adifferent programmable price can be set for each single
selection.
COIN BOX
Cover and lock are available as an optional feature.
CONTROLS AND SAFETY DEVICES
- Payment system compartment switch
- Timeout for power supply to dispensing motors
- Compressor overheating protection
- Line fuses
- Fuses on transformer primary and secondary windings
ACCESSORIES
A wide range of accessories can be installed on the
machine, to vary its performance.
Theinstallationkitsaresuppliedwiththeirowninstallation
and test instructions, which must be strictly observed to
ensure the machine safety.
Installationandthefollowingtestingoperationsmust
be carried out exclusively by personnel who have a
specific knowledge of the machine functions from a
point of view of electrical safety and health regula-
tions.
POWER CONSUMPTION
The machine power consumption depends on many fac-
tors, such as temperature and ventilation of the room
where it is installed, temperature of loaded products,
internal temperature of the refrigerated box.
Under average conditions, and namely:
- Ambient temperature: 20° C
- Refrigerated box temperature: 5° C
- temperature of loaded products
(machine completely empty) 20° C
the following power consumption levels resulted:
- power consumption in 24 hour of stand-by 6,485 Wh
The above power consumption calculated from average
data should only be taken as an indication.
Fig. 2
PAYMENT SYSTEM
The machine can be supplied with the electrical setup for
the installation of systems with the following protocols:
Executive, MDB, BDV and MDB
24 V DC validators.
Beside the coin mechanism housing, suitable space is
provided for the installation (optional) of the most widely
used payment systems.

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CHANGEABLE COMBINATION LOCK
Some machine models are fitted with a changeable com-
bination lock.
The lock is supplied with one silver colour key to be used
for normal opening and closing.
Thelockcanbecustomisedbymeansofakit,availableas
accessory, permitting changing of the lock combination.
This kit includes a change key (black) for the current lock
combination as well as the change (gold) and use (silver)
keys for the new combination.
Setsofchangeanduse keys withothercombinationscan
be supplied on request.
Additional sets of use keys (silver) may be requested,
indicating the combination stamped on the keys.
Generally, only the use key (silver) is used, while the
combination change keys (gold) can be kept as spares.
Fig. 3
Do not use the change key for normal opening, as it
may damage the lock.
To change combination do as follows:
- open the machine door to avoid forcing the rotation;
- lightly lubricate the inside of the lock with a spray;
- insert the current change key (black) and rotate to the
change position (reference notch at 120°);
- remove the current change key and insert the change
key (gold) with the new combination;
- rotate to the close position (0°) and remove the change
key.
The lock will now have the new combination.
Thekeyswith the oldcombinationcannot beusedfor
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Chapter 1
LOADING AND CLEANING
The vending machine is not suitable for outdoor installa-
tion.Itmustbepositionedinadryroomwherethetempera-
tureremainsbetween5°Cand32°C,andnotwherewater
jets are used for cleaning.
MAIN SWITCH
Whenextractingtheslidingcompartment,aspecialswitch
(see Fig. 4) disconnects the power from the machine
electrical system to allow maintenance and cleaning op-
erations in full safety.
Theonlypartsthatstayenergisedarethoseprotected
by covers and carrying a plate with the warning “dis-
connect the power before removing the cover”.
Fig. 4
1 - Sliding compartment
2 - Removable trays
3 - Door opening handle
4 - Ventilation grille
5 - Door switch
6 - Lock
CONFIGURING THE SPIRALS
Accordingtothesizeoftheproductstobedispensed,each
machine can be fitted with a variable number of trays
(maximum7),productcompartmentsandwithdispensing
spirals of different pitch.
Thespiralscanbehousedeitherin152mmcompartments
(two spirals, right-hand and left-hand, in each product
holder) for large size products, or into 75 mm compart-
ments (one right-hand spiral in each product holder) for
small size products.
Whendispensingsticksofcandiesorsimilarproducts,itis
possibletosetthe rotationofthespiralsto 180°insteadof
360° for the 75 mm compartments and use a special right
hand spiral fitted with a divider (see Fig. 6), doubling the
capacity of the compartments.
Fig. 5
1 - Tray
2 - Mobile walls
3 - Right-hand spiral
4 - Left-hand spiral
Fig. 6
1 - 180° rotation spiral
2 - Divider
A - Spiral pitch
B - Maximum product size
Itisalso possibletoinserta dividerinthealready installed
spirals (see Fig. 6).
Asstandardfeatureorusingspecialkits,themachinecan
be equipped with small compartments, suitable for dis-
pensing cans, plastic bottles up to 69 mm dia., 0.2 litre
Tetra-Paks.
The compartments equipped in this way can be recog-
nisedbytheshapeoftheproductsupportbracket(seeFig.
7).
Some bottle types can be dispensed without using the
supports.
Most bottles can be dispensed without using any special
accessories, loading the bottles up side down, so that the
cap slides in the compartment channel.