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Moderate Environments – typically indoors
:
These environments have a minimum temperature of 0
o
C (32
o
F) and a maximum of no
more than 41
o
C (106
o
F) as measured inside the machine. Keep in mind that all electro-
mechanical equipment found inside an enclosure will be affected by two sources of heat:
the outside temperature of the enclosure and the heat generated by the components inside
the enclosure. The MC machine series is equipped with a highly efficient “
switching
power supply”
that generates very little heat. Therefore the heat generated inside the
cabinet is of minimal consequence. As a rule of thumb: The power supply heat will only
raise the inside temperature to within 3–7
o
C (5-10
o
F) of the temperature outside the
machine.
Extended Environments – typically outdoors:
These environments are characterized by temperatures either below or above that of the
moderate environment, and / or where the machine is exposed to additional weather
elements. We recommend a properly equipped Rear Load model changer for these
locations. Whenever possible, we highly recommend the rear load changer be placed in
an area that minimizes the machine’s exposure to excessive dust/dirt, direct sunlight,
and/or direct rainfall. A canopy or other cover, that protects the machine from direct
exposure to sunlight and the elements, is strongly recommended. This simple precaution
will not only reduce maintenance issues for the changer’s major operating components; it
will also increase the potential operating life of the machine.
For climates that see sustained temperatures below the previously defined moderate
levels (0
o
C / 32
o
F), an optional Heater Kit is strongly recommended. For climates that
see sustained temperatures above the previously defined moderate levels (41
o
C / 106
o
F),
the optional Outdoor Rated Power Supply is strongly recommended.
The Outdoor Rated Power Supply will continue to function properly when exposed to
temperatures up to 60
o
C (140
o
F). Therefore, it is strongly recommended for regions in
the Southern and Southwestern United States.
Bill Acceptor Considerations
The performance and life of the bill acceptor supplied with your machine is limited to the
particular manufacturers' specifications. See the Bill Acceptor owners' manual for the
recommended operating specifications.
NOTE: Most OEM bill acceptors are specified to operate properly between 0
o
C (32
o
F)
and 50
o
C (122
o
F) ambient temperature. These conditions meet our recommended
specifications for a moderate environment application. If the precautions, outlined above,
for extended environment applications are met, we do not anticipate any adverse
operating conditions associated with OEM bill acceptors.
