SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Expected use conditions: The MEI BNR/BNA6 products validate, denominate, store and recycle banknotes. The MEI BNR/BNA6 is intended to be integrated as a peripheral within a Host Machine. IMPORTANT WARNING - HEAVY MATERIAL MEI™ BNR/BNA6 can weigh more than >25 kg (>55 lb) when completely assembled.
1. USER GUIDE The intent of this document is to familiarize an Operator with the basic functions of the MEI BNR/BNA6 <Banknote Recycler/Acceptor>, to ensure the product is installed properly and to perform simple product upkeep. This manual does not discuss any product maintenance that requires tools or additional software.
Cash-Box module: a lockable secure removable cash storage cassette. The product variant depicted within this manual is the BNR4 version. Please note that various versions of the MEI BNR are available, along with different cashbox and bezel types. For further information please refer to Appendices at the end of this document.
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Example of a BNA6-L The required conditions for normal operations of the BNR/BNA6 are: Power cable and USB cable correctly connected, Positioner door, Recognition Sensor door and Spine door correctly closed, The Main Module correctly connected to the Spine (refer to “INSTALL THE MAIN MODULE ONTO THE CHASSIS”...
1.3. MAIN MODULE EXTERNAL INDICATORS External indicators are located on the Bezel. External indicators consist of two pairs of illuminated arrows, one pair pointing to the Inlet, the other pair pointing to the Outlet. Inlet arrows can be illuminated green or red.
1.5. SPINE INDICATOR The Spine has a LED indicator that provides its status. This indicator will illuminate green or red. 2. NORMAL OPERATIONS IN HOST MACHINE 2.1. LOCKS AND SECURITY PRINCIPLE The BNR/BNA6 can be secured with several locks to prevent unauthorised access to the stored money: ...
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Cash-Box, You need to release the Interlock System to remove the Cash-Box. To open the Cash- Box it must be removed and the module must be unlocked with a key. Once the cash-box is removed, it must be opened and emptied before it can be reinstalled in the BNR/BNA6.
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Loader Cassette, You need to release the Interlock System to remove the Loader Cassette. To open the Loader Cassette it must be removed and the module must be unlocked with a key. The key is required to open and close it. ...
2.2. CASH-BOX HANDLING AND ARMING To remove the Cash-Box, you need to release the Interlock System with its key. To open and rearm the Cash-Box, you need the key of the Cash-Box. Warning, the Cash-Box is a module which needs to be rearmed once removed. Make sure that you have the key or another empty Cash-Box before removing it.
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Caution, if the indicator is green the Cash-Box can be reinserted. Cash-Box S If the indicator is grey, the Cash-Box must be rearmed by opening it, emptying all banknotes, and then closing. Cash-Box L Install the Cash-Box (1). NOTE: The Cash-Box should install into the BNR/BNA6 with little force.
2.3. LOADER CASSETTE HANDLING, USING AND QUALITY OF BANKNOTE The following instructions explain how to fill the Loader Cassette with banknotes. Banknotes that are placed in the Loader Cassette must meet the banknote criteria detailed in Table 1. To remove the Loader Cassette, you will need to release the Interlock System with its key.
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Lift (1) and flip (2) the lateral bill guide flap down. Ensure notes to be used in the loader meet all requirements of fitness in Table 1, then place a bundle of less than 250 banknotes into the loader. Reposition the lateral bill guide flap up.
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Reposition the “max level detection plate”. With the max level detection plate down, check that the bill level flag is green. If the flag shows red remove some bills until the flag turns green with the detection plate down. Caution, do not over fill the Loader Cassette and do not force the “max level detection plate”...
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Table 1: Capacity and banknote quality for the Loader Cassette Maximum number of banknotes 250 +/- 50 notes Varies depending on the currency, the state of the banknotes and the climatic conditions. Banknote width acceptance Min. 60 mm to max. 81 mm (nominal) (+1 / -2 Banknote length acceptance Min.
2.4. CONFIGURATION THROUGH HOST MACHINE The Host Machine may configure the BNR/BNA6 depending on the operator requirements. For example: Enable or disable specific denominations or series of banknotes (active or inhibit). Loader Cassette: choice of denominations and number of banknotes filled by the Operator or stored by the BNR in the Loader Cassette, ...
2.5. BNR/BNA6 POWER UP When the BNR/BNA6 is powered up it performs a self-test process and displays the following: Inlet arrows alternately BLINKING RED, Then 15 seconds later, Inlet and Outlet Arrows BLINKING GREEN, Finally all LED’s of all modules SLOWLY BLINKING GREEN. 67061 5 044 –...
2.6. BNR/BNA6 RESET The reset sequence of the BNR/BNA6 takes approximately 15 to 25 seconds. It is dependent on the BNR/BNA6 configuration (number of modules). Reset automatically tests the BNR/BNA6’s electro-mechanical system for a failure or banknote in the transport system. If a banknote is found, it will be send the note to the Cash-Box.
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After resetting, the Main Module arrows lights turn off and all modules LED’s will be SOLID GREEN. If the reset sequence does not begin, make sure that: The Power cable and USB cable are correctly connected, Positioner door, Recognition Sensor door and Spine door are correctly closed (refer to “PRESENTATION”...
2.7. BEZEL LED’S INDICATORS System / You have to Module Status Insertion Take no disabled action A banknote can Insert a be inserted banknote A banknote Pull the returned to the banknote out Inlet Banknote are Withdraw the given out at the banknotes Outlet 67061 5 044 –...
4. EASY JAM CLEARING It may happen that a banknote is jammed in the BNR/BNA6. The following cases of jammed banknotes are easy to clear. For more difficult cases of jammed banknotes, refer to “ADVANCED JAM CLEARING” in the BNR&BNA6 Service Manual 67902-5-044. 4.1.
4.3. IN THE RECOGNITION SENSOR TO SPINE INTERFACE 1. Open the Spine door. Lift and hold up the yellow button and pull the door. 2. Open the Recognition Sensor door. Push on the two yellow buttons and pull the door. 3.
4.4. IN THE POSITIONER, AT THE INLET 1. Open the Spine door, then open the Recognition Sensor door, and finally open the Positioner door. Lift and hold up the yellow button and pull the door. 2. Carefully withdraw the banknote. 3.
4.5. IN THE LOADER CASSETTE 1. Open the Spine door to check if the banknote is jammed in exiting the Loader 2. If you see the banknote, carefully withdraw it. 3. If you don’t see the banknote, close the Spine door. 4.
4.6. AT THE CASH-BOX PUSHER PLATE 1. Remove Cash-Box per instructions in section 2.2 above. 2. Inspect the BNR/BNA6 pusher plate located inside the BNR/BNA6 at the top of the opening where the Cash-Box was removed from. 3. If you see a banknote, carefully remove it. 4.
5. RECOMMENDED PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5.1. BNR/BNA6 RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE PLAN The following table highlights the recommended maintenance frequency. The cleaning frequency was chosen to ensure optimal performance. It may be necessary to perform more or less frequent cleaning, depending on the operating environment and usage.
5.2. BNR Bill path cleaning instructions Out of service scenario due to dust in and around gears, belts, motors or optic guides. It is recommended to clean the BNR/BNA6 according to Maintenance Table. Duration Approx. 10 min. The dust could be due to banknote fibers which accumulate around critical parts. The recommended cleaning technique for the Main Module is to remove the dust with a spray of compressed air.
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8. For the rear part of the Recognition Sensor, turn the coding wheel whilst blowing air throughout. Caution, Ensure the compressed air cleaner produces no residue or liquid. Carefully clean the recognition sensor lenses to remove dust taking care to not scratch or damage the lenses.
5.3. BNR Loader cleaning instructions Frequency It is recommended to clean the Loader according to Maintenance Table. Duration Approx. 3 min. Equipment needed Key to open the lock Gloves (cotton or equivalent) Wear them during the whole procedure Bottle of “ElixClean 260”. www.ecsag.com for order.
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1. After retrieving the Loader from the frame (following the instructions in the Service Manual, Chapter 12), open it with the key 2. Empty the loader of any banknotes 3. Use the air spray all over the loader to blow the dust out of it. 67061 5 044 –...
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4. Push the banknote plate to the bottom of the loader (up to the stop) and blow with compressed air 5. Blow compressed air between the top and bottom roller drums, from the inside to the outside 6. Lay the Loader down on the table, to clean the 3 roller drums...
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7. Put ElixClean 260 on the microfiber cloth. 8. Clean the top roller drum banknote’s side with the microfiber cloth, making cross movements to improve the cleaning. You can use the wheel to rotate the drum. 9. Clean the top roller drum and the bottom roller drum, making cross movements,...
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