BIN SETUP / PRODUCT LOADING
The
FRI-Z400
utilizes a bin system to hold product. The bin system is made up of a number of bins (various shapes
and sizes), held together by a plastic bin matrix. The type and size of bin used depends on the size and shape of the
product being vended. Every machine comes pre-configured with a specific bin layout or “Bin Plan-o-gram”.
Note: Please refer to the Bin Layout Guide (accompanying this manual) for plan-o-grams and instructions
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
1. To keep track of products in a bin configuration, we recommend that the plan-o-gram form be filled out and at-
tached to the inside of the machine. The product name, price and bin number can also be written directly on
each bin. In addition, the computer is programmed to leave one product at the bottom of each bin allowing prod-
ucts to be matched by the service person for refilling.
2. Always keep a copy of each machine’s specific bin plan-o-gram at a remote location (office) as a reference and
backup copy.
3. Each bin size comes in two different bin heights: tall and short. Short bins are approximately ½ the size of the tall
bins and are located on the right side of the chest freezer above the compressor. In a typical configuration, there
are a total of four short bins. Short bins do not have to be programmed as menu selection and can be used for
product overflow or storage.
4. Always load product from the bottom-up (so that product will be vended with the freshest at the bottom and the
oldest on top. FIFO: First In, First Out).
5. The standard bin configuration holds a majority of all ice cream novelties. Spacers and inserts are provided for
products such as ice cream cones, sandwiches and Snickers™ . However, if there are products that require spe-
cial bins, contact the
FASTCORP
service dept. for alternative bin shapes and spacers. When reordering bins, re-
fer to the bin part numbers detailed in the machine’s bin plan-o-gram.
6. Always keep an extra set of bins and a plastic bin matrix on hand in the event of a meltdown. Bins can be re-
moved quickly and new bins can easily be installed.
7. There should not be more than a 1/4 inch gap between the product and bin in any direction. Use smaller bins or
the proper spacers to ensure product retrieval.
8.
FASTCORP
recommends placing the best selling items at the center of the freezer. This shortens the distance
the robot must travel, reducing vend cycle time.
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