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X-Changer

Cabinet

Frequency of Cleaning:  Annually 

Supplies Needed

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OVERVIEW

This page is intended to describe preventative maintenance needed for the LaundryCard System.

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Purpose

LaundryCard X-Changers are in constant need of maintenance and cleaning, similar to most equipment within the laundry business. X-Changer cleaning and preventative maintenance are necessary to keep the X-Changer and its internal components operating smoothly. This document is intended to guide the reader on how to properly maintain, clean, and manage their X-Changer hardware. 

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For information about how to clean your LITE X-Changer cabinet, please visit Lite System Preventive Maintenance for details. 

Cleaning schedule

ComponentFrequency of cleaningSupplied neededRecommended maintenance and cleaningAdditional comments
Cabinet door & shellAnnually
Compressed air

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3-in-1 Oil
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Lubricant
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  1. Using the vacuum, vacuum up any large pieces of dirt and debris along the outside and inside walls of the cabinet. 
  2. Using compressed air, spray our any dirt or dust from the door hinges and lock core. 
  3. Lubricate the threads on both sides of the lock barrel with the graphite lubricant


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Fan

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  2. Lubricate the hinges of the cabinet door with the 3-in-1 oil.

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FanOnce a month
Compressed air
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Fan brush
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  1. Using compressed air, spray the X-Changer fan (both sides) until most dust has cleared.

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  2. Using the fan brush, gently brush the fan (both sides) until all the residual dust has been removed. 
  3. Once again, using compressed air, spray out the remaining visible dirt and debris. 

Electronic components attract lint, which causes overheating.


Use compressed air externally & the small brush internally for optimal results.

  • Open the computer cases and all card readers
  • Do not spray liquids on electronic devices
  • Pay special attention to:
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      • Fan blades
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      • Heatsink fins
      • External cables
    Touchscreen monitorBi-
    - Cat 5 cable "phone jacks"

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    Monitor

    Every two months 
    monthly (every two months)
    Lint-free cloth
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    Monitor cleaning solution or Windex
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    1. Wipe the monitor with the monitor cleaning solution (or Windex) and a lint-free cloth.
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  • Calibrate the monitor touch screen by:
    1. Click windows button on keyboard
    2. On bottom bar next to clock, select ^.
    3. Click on Elo
    4. Click on Align.
  • Computer

    Frequency of Cleaning:  Every 6 months  

    Computer Preventive Maintenance

    Control Head and Cabinet Cabling 

    Frequency of Cleaning:  Every 6 months

    Control Head Preventive Maintenance

    Cabinet Cabling

    Store Cable Inspections

    Frequency of Cleaning:  Every 6 Months 

    Items Needed

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    Warning
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    Never spray anything directly onto the touchscreen monitor. It is suggested to lightly moisten the lint-free cloth and wipe the monitor gently.

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    If you wish to calibrate the touchscreen after cleaning it, please follow our Touchscreen Calibration guide

    Dell computerBi-annually (twice a year)
    Compressed air
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    Anti-static brush
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    Lint-free cloth
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    N/A

    Please see Computer Preventive Maintenance for details about cleaning the internal and external components of the Dell PC. 
    Control Head(s)Bi-annually (twice a year)
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    1. Using the lint-free cloth, wipe down the exterior parts of the control head, including the external cables connected to it. 
    Please see Control Head Preventive Maintenance for additional details about preventative maintenance for the control head.
    Cabinet & store cablingBi-annually (twice a year)
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    1. Check the wire loom where the cables are bundled together to make sure it's still intact with no damage.
    2. Check the bundled cabling to make sure it's still intact and the door has not cut any of the cables upon opening and closing.
    3. Check the home run wiring connected to the control head to make sure there are no cuts on the wires or damage.

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    Extra Network Cables

    Network cables

    Machine starts depend on fast communication with the system.


    1. Inspect all network cables
    (especially behind hot dryers)
    1. around the store (i.e. washers, dryers, vending machines) for burns, creases
    or splits. Replace as needed.

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    Battery Backup

    Frequency of Cleaning:  Annually 

    Software Configuration Check

    1. , splits, loose ends, or other general wear and tear. 

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    Tripp-Lite battery backup & surge protectorsAnnually (once a year)
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    1. Using the lint-free cloth, wipe down the exterior parts of the Tripp-Lite devices, including the external cables connected to them. 
    Please see Tripp-lite Battery Backup Preventive Maintenance

    Frequency of Cleaning:  Every Two Years 

    Battery Replacement

    for additional details about preventative maintenance for the Tripp-Lite
    Battery
    UPS
    and/or Components Replacement
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    Card
    Dispenser
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    dispenser

    Frequency of Cleaning:  Every Two Months 

    Items needed

    Every two months
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    Rubber roller
    Cleaner or Isopropyl Alcohol
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    Compressed air
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    1. Lift the cards out of the card dispenser to expose the card roller.
    Soak cloth or q-tip with rubber cleaner
    1. Add a little of rubber cleaner to the paper towel or Q-tip and clean the card roller. 
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    Bill Acceptor

    Frequency of Cleaning:  Monthly or as needed 


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    2. Inspect the belts on the outside of the dispenser to make sure they're secure.
      1. Press gently on them to feel how tight they are. 
      2. Check the teeth (inside) of the belts to confirm they are still gripping properly. 

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    3. With the compressed air, aiming behind the security shutter (from the back), blow out any debris present.
  • Clean the roller with the alcohol swabbed q-tips.
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    1. Wipe down the remainder of the dispenser with a dry lint-free cloth. 

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    If the card dispenser belts are worn out, please contact the manufacturer at the number below: 

    Asahi Seiko
    P: 1(800) 859-5353 

    Bill Note Acceptor (BNA)Monthly, or as needed
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    1. Verify that bill path is clear of dust and debris. 
      1. Use compressed air, if necessary. 
    2. Clean wheels using a solid non-metal scraper and scrape the debris off of the wheels while rotating.

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      Do not use any metal objects to scrape the wheels.

    3. Using a lint-free cloth and an equipment-safe cleaner (or 50/50 alcohol/water solution), clean the lens window as needed before sliding BNA back into place.
    4. With the same cloth, clean the inside of the BNA, belts and platen.
    5. Reinsert the sensor tray.
    6. Reconnect BNA magazine.

    If the BNA belts are worn out, please contact the manufacturer at the number below: 

    MEI Bill Acceptor (Crane PI):
    P: 1-800-345-8215

    Pyramid Bill Acceptor: 
    P: 480-507-0088

    Please see Bill Acceptor Preventive Maintenance and Troubleshooting

    Card Reader

    Frequency of Cleaning: 

    for additional details about preventative maintenance for the BNA.

    LaundryCard card readersBi-monthly (
    Twice
    twice a month), or as needed

    Items Needed

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    Cleaning Card

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    Compressed Air

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    1. Using the pre-soaked cleaning card, insert and remove it several times into reader.
     
    1. (Card can be reused for several readers and re-charged by re-applying isopropyl alcohol to it.)
    2. After inserting the cleaning card into the reader several times, use the compressed air to blow into the reader card slot
    from left to right
    1. in a side-to-side motion to clear any debris.


    Barcode
    Scanner

    Frequency of Cleaning:  Every 2 Months 

    Barcode Scanner Preventive Maintenance

    Lite System

    Same procedures apply to keeping the cabinet clean of debris.

    Frequency of Cleaning:  Annually 

    Lite System Preventive Maintenance
    scannerEvery two months
    Lint-free cloth

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    Windex

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    1. Wipe the lens of the scanner with non-abrasive cleaner, such as Windex. 

      Warning
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      Never spray anything directly onto the bar code scanner lens. It is suggested to lightly moisten the lint-free cloth and wipe clean the eye of the bar code scanner.

    Please see Barcode Scanner Preventive Maintenance for additional details about preventative maintenance for the barcode scanner.