This page install guide goes over the detailed steps install a second or third generation (installation steps for an F2/F3 ) touchscreen FasCard/FLEX reader onto an existing machine in either a high-front or top-mount position.
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WARNING
Disconnect any electrical device from power before performing any work on the device. Physical modification of machine may be required, including modification of machine panels and internal modification to accommodate cables or harnesses. It is recommended that the instructions contained herein be performed by individuals who are qualified to perform these tasks. This document assumes the installer has working knowledge of hand tools and of the target machine in question. Card Concepts Inc. takes no responsibility for the accuracy of this document or any damage that may occur to target equipment. Technical Support recommends using all appropriate safety equipment (such as hand and eye protection) during execution of the instructions below.
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C-5402 / C-5426-BASE Incompatibility
The below solutions are not compatible with previous high-front/top mount readers or mounting bases
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Requirements
Bw part list
Parts
C-5401,C-5520,C-6801
X080-001 Top Mount Kit
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X080-002 High-Front Mount Kit
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Orderable through your distributor:
An F2 or F3 FasCard reader.
C-6801 Universal Mounting Kit.
For High-Front solutions:
The X080-002 High Mount Base kit.
This kit will come with the C-6465 F2/F3 High Mount Bracket and two (2) mounting screws.
For Top Mount solutions:
The C-6452 mounting base kit.
Not Included:
Phillips bit (if using an electronic screwdriver/drill/driver) or #2 Phillips screwdriver.
T15 Secure Torx bit (if using an electronic screwdriver/drill/driver) or screwdriver with a T15 Secure Torx tip.
Also recommend a flex extension to accommodate for any tight angles/spacing if using any type of bit driver.
Large pliers (e.g. Straight Jaw or Hex Jaw Pliers) or an adjustable wrench for tightening the C-5702 Chase Nipple & Lock Nut that comes with the C-6801 Universal Kit.
May need two, in some cases.
Recommended if installing onto a new machine:
Drill.
1 1/8" Tungsten Carbide Tipped Hole Cutter.
Cutting Oil.
9/64" Drill Bit.
Center Punch.
Hammer.
Fine Point Permanent Marker.
Pliers.
Tape Measure
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Instructions
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Swipe Clearance Notice
For
Top Mount solutions
top-mount placements, CCI strongly recommends mounting
a
the front of the top-mount
solution
bracket 1-1/4 inches from the front of the machine, to
the edge of the reader to
allow for card swipe clearance.
Ensure the drilled hole aligns accordingly. Mounting the top-mount bracket any further back then 1-1/4inches
(1.25")
from the front of the machine to the edge of the reader can potentially interfere with mounting the reader to the bracket and may prevent users from being able to swipe or insert a card into the reader due to lack of clearance.
Required parts & tools
FasCard/FLEX reader
Bw part list
Parts
C-5401,C-5403,C-5520
X080-001 (Top Mount Kit)
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X080-002 (High-Front Mount Kit)
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Recommended tools & supplies (not included)
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Step 1 - Drilling Preparation
Select a the part of a the machine where the high-front or top-mount solution bracket will be installed. Ensure this location, whether on the chassis or a panel, is away from any existing components or exposed wiring.
Mark where you may want to mount the reader with a permanent marker if needed.
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Whether keeping the section chassis/panel intact, exposing, or removing said sectionchassis/panel, apply some cutting oil where drilling through metal will take place.Image Removed
Drill the oiled section in question carefully using the tungsten carbide tipped hole cutter.
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With the drilled hole prepped, you are now ready to mount the reader.
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Step 2 - Mounting the bracket & reader
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Please choose the tab that is associated with the type of installation you are completing.
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In a high-front mounting solution where the FasCard reader will be angled downward toward the customer in regard to taller machines, our C-6465bracket would be used for this install.
High-front mount Step-by-step guide
Attach the C-6465 High Mount Bracketin its place, securing it down with a chase nipple.
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Mount the universal bracketto the high-front bracketwith two (2) 8-32 screwsand feed the harness wiring through the center. Whether choosing to feed wiring first or mounting the bracket first is no problem as long as the end result (pictured below) is achieved.
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Connect the harnesses to their appropriate locations in the back of the reader.
For information about where the individual harnesses connect to, please see .
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Slowly mount the reader to the corresponding bracket with the top lip catching the locking edge and carefully wedging the reader in place. Ensure no metal edges of the bracket are visible.
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Secure the reader with
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the provided T15 secure torx screwson the bottom.
This may be part of the install kits or the screws used from a previous high-front solution.
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Note
Screwdriver Angling
As the reader is angled downward in high-front solutions, securing the reader may require a thinner secure torx screwdriver or a flex extension for the appropriate torx bit to accommodate for the angle.
For third generation (
Only F3
)
FasCard
EMV-ready readers, remove
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readers – Remove any plastic protectors (if still present) from the touchscreen or EMV chip insert label.
Top Mount
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Top-mount
Swipe Clearance
Reminder
Notice
As stated above, only for
Top Mount solutions, CCI strongly recommends mounting a top mount solution 1
top-mount solutions the front of the top-mount bracket 1-1/4 inches from the front of the machine
to the edge of the reader
, to allow for card swipe clearance.
Ensure the drilled hole aligns accordingly. Mounting the top-mount bracket any further back then 1-1/4inches
(1.25")
from the front of the machine to the edge of the reader can potentially interfere with mounting the reader to the bracket and may prevent users from being able to swipe or insert a card into the reader due to lack of clearance.
In a top-mount solution, the process differs slightly from a front or high-front mounting solution. Our C-6452bracket would be used in this
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Top-mount Step-by-step guide
Attach the top-mount bracket onto the top panel of the machine, securing down with the chase nipple. Ensure the appropriate wiring is fed through the center hole for connecting to the reader.
Connect all harnesses to the rear of the touchscreen reader where required.
For information about where the individual harnesses connect to, please see .
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Slowly mount the reader to the corresponding bracket with the top lip catching the locking edges (
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shown in red) and carefully
wedging
wedge the reader in place.
Aligning the reader to the top mount also secures the ground post (
Teal
show in teal) to the reader.
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Secure reader with the included T15 Secure Torx screwson the bottom.
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Only F3 FasCard readers – Remove any plastic protectors (if still present) from the touchscreen or EMV chip insert label.
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