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Restore Power / Display

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Restore Power / Display

Guides the operator through verifying basic power connections when the main display is dark.

Low RiskOperator8-12 min
Display / keypad7 stepsoperator-intermediate
  • Damage to power cord found: Unplug immediately and tag out of service.

Checklist

Guided Diagnostic Steps

Work from low-risk checks toward technician-level inspection only when evidence supports it.

Printable checklist

You can read or print the route now. The first checkbox click opens the service contact gate.

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  1. 1

    Verify Power Connection

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    Ensure the machine's power cord is fully inserted into a functioning wall receptacle.

    Expected: Machine receives power and the display activates.

    Evidence to note: photo

  2. 2

    Check for Internal Faults

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    Open the machine door. If the display is still dark, verify the interlock switch position, but do not probe internal wiring.

    Stop conditions
    • Burning smell when door is opened

    Expected: Display lights up when door is opened/interlock is engaged, or remains dark indicating internal failure.

    Evidence to note: note

  3. 3

    Disable Free Vend Configuration

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    Enter the programming mode and navigate to the SETUP CONFIGURATION menu to turn off the Free Vend setting.

    Expected: Machine requests payment before dispensing.

    Evidence to note: note

  4. 4

    Inspect Payment Hardware

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    Visually check the coin mechanism and bill validator for obvious jams or disconnected harnesses. Do not remove or disassemble.

    Expected: Identification of a physical blockage or loose connection.

    Evidence to note: photo

  5. 5

    Check and Replenish Filter Paper

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    Open the door and inspect the filter paper roll. Ensure paper is properly positioned under the empty switch and under the paper rollers.

    Expected: Filter paper is present and the empty switch detects it.

    Evidence to note: note

  6. 6

    Empty Liquid Drain Tray

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    Lift the float and chain assembly out. Pull the drain tray straight out and empty it in a suitable location.

    Expected: Drain tray is empty and float mechanism drops to its lowest position.

    Evidence to note: note

  7. 7

    Read All Active Faults

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    Open the door and press the designated fault review button to scroll through any active errors.

    Expected: A list of active error codes or NOERR is displayed.

    Evidence to note: note

Tools for this route

No special tools listed

Location Help

Where to find this

Use this as orientation before touching the machine. It is location help, not a repair instruction.

Power Input

Start at the front door payment column; match the display, keypad, coin, bill, or card device to the symptom before opening deeper panels.

  • Main electrical connection from the wall receptacle to the machine power supply.
  • Power cord
  • Wall plug
  • Main fuse or breaker

Do not open energized or protected electrical areas unless a qualified technician or licensed electrician is handling the work.

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Parts status

Exact public parts list not verified yet. Use this route to identify the system before ordering.

Candidate areas for part verification

Display and keypad partsConsumablesDrain and Drip ComponentsFood-Contact ComponentsWater system componentsPayment components