ArcaTech Systems Arca2600, Arca2500 teller-assist currency dispenser User Guide
The Arca2600 and Arca2500 are teller-assist cash dispensers designed to fill the need for greater speed, efficiency, and accountability in a wide variety of cash handling environments. The Arca2600 and Arca2500 models are almost identical, therefore this Arca2600 Guide also services the Arca2500 dispenser model with difference noted where appropriate. The Arca2500 model has five currency cassettes and the Arca2600 has six cassettes. Other than a few slight differences (e.g. overall height, number of cassettes, dispenser control board), these models are virtually identical.
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Arca2600
Teller-Assist Currency Dispenser
User Guide
Document Number
700-305-2526
700-305-2526
Document History
Date
April 1, 2003
July 15, 2003
April 25, 2005
Remarks
Initial Draft
Rev 1.01 - new product number
Rev 1.20 - updated to reflect production of new safe enclosure
Copyright 2005 by ArcaTech Systems.
The following are trademarks of ArcaTech Systems: ArcaCash; ArcaCoin; ArcaRecycler; Arca2000;
Arca2600; Arca8000.
Other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
It is the policy of ArcaTech Systems to improve products as new technology, components, software and firmware become available. ArcaTech Systems, therefore, reserves the right to change specifications without prior notice. When using this document for system implementation, please contact an authorized sales or service representative for any applicable changes.
In no event shall ArcaTech Systems or any of its suppliers be liable for any special, indirect, or consequential damages of any nature resulting from the use of information in this document.
No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means (electronic, photocopying, recording or otherwise) without prior written permission from ArcaTech Systems.
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Table of Contents
Purpose of This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
Related Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
1 | Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Arca2500 Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
What is the Arca2600?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Theory of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2 | Basic Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Safe Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Dispenser Mechanism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Intelligent Control System (Compass Control Board). . . 12
3 | Operations Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Select a Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Start Up Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Loading the Cassettes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Replenishing Notes in a Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Dispensing Cash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Emptying the Divert Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
4 | End of Day Balancing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
How does the teller balance? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
How is the dispenser balanced?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5 | Troubleshooting Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Dispenser Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Conditions Indicated by the Teller Light Indicators . . . . 24
Appendix A: Service Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Cleaning and Belt Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Preventive Maintenance by Service Technician . . . . . 29
Shipping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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Purpose of This Manual
This manual is designed to give a basic overview of the Arca2600.
IMPORTANT:
The documentation for the Arca2600 dispener model also services the Arca2500 dispenser model.
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The following topics will be covered: z z z
Basic Features of the Arca2600
Operation of the Arca2600
Troubleshooting Guide
Related Documents
For more detailed information on the Arca2600, you may want to consult the following documents that are available in addition to this
User Manual: z z z z
Arca2600 Site Prep & Installation Guide (Document No.
700-305-3170)
Arca2600 Service Manual (Document No. 700-305-4170)
Compass Setup Guide (Document No. 700-305-1053)
Dispenser Software User Guide (Document No. varies depending on software interface).
To order any of this related documentation, contact ArcaTech Systems.
In the Americas:
ArcaTech Systems LLC
437 Dimmocks Mill Road
Hillsborough, NC 27278 USA
Phone: +1 919 245 1891
Fax: + 1 919 882 9998
In Europe:
ArcaTech Systems Europe Ltd
Conference House152 Morrison Street
Edinburgh EH3 8EB
Phone: +44 870 351 8384
Fax: +44 870 351 8385
Email:
Information: [email protected]
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Sales: [email protected]
Support: [email protected]
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Overview
Arca2500 Users
The ArcaCash 2500 and 2600 models are teller-assist cash dispensers designed to fill the need for greater speed, efficiency, and accountability in a wide variety of cash handling environments. The Arca2600 and
Arca2500 models are almost identical, therefore this Arca2600 Guide also services the Arca2500 dispenser model with difference noted where appropriate. The Arca2500 model has five currency cassettes and the
Arca2600 has six cassettes. Other than a few slight differences (e.g. overall height, number of cassettes, dispenser control board), these models are virtually identical.
What is the Arca2600?
The Arca2600 is a teller-assist cash dispenser designed to fill the need for greater speed, efficiency and accountability in a wide variety of cash handling environments. Currency or other documents of value are stored securely, yet remain readily accessible by authorized personnel.
Because the Arca2600 dispenses at a rate of over seven notes per second, you will be able to process transactions faster than is possible when manually counting cash-back amounts. With a counting accuracy of
99.9999%, the Arca2600 will eliminate virtually all of your balancing discrepancies.
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The Arca2600 interfaces with most teller software platforms to allow seamless integration into your normal workflow.
Teller Light
(Right)
Teller Light (Left)
Note Delivery
Area
Communications
Panel
Appearance Door
Figure 1-1: Exterior of Front Access Arca2600
Theory of Operation
Operation of the Arca2600 is simple. Currency cassettes are loaded with cash and locked inside the safe. Communication ports on the outside of the safe are used to connect up to three teller terminals to the dispenser.
Operators use their workstations normally and the Arca2600 automatically dispenses the cash during cash out transactions.
A system of sensors evaluates each bill picked from the cassettes and sends any unfit bills to a divert area. The cash is delivered through the note delivery shutter and lights on the front of the safe indicate which operator’s request has been processed. The note delivery area and teller lights are located on the front of the appearance door on Front Access models and on the rear of the safe unit on Rear Access models. The operator simply removes the cash and passes it on to the customer (the dispenser in the Arca26000 is proven to be more than 99.999% accurate), eliminating the time-consuming task of counting and re-counting currency.
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Basic Features
The ArcaCash 2500/2600 consists of the following: z z z
Safe enclosure
Dispenser mechanism
Intelligent control system (Compass Control Board)
Safe Enclosure
Exterior
The UL 291 Level 1 (24 hour) safe allows for overnight storage of loaded currency cassettes inside the unit. The exterior dimensions of the safe
Table 2.A: Exterior Safe Dimensions
ArcaCash 2600
Width of Safe
Height of Safe
18 in (457 mm)
38.5 in (978 mm)
Depth of Safe
29.5 in (xxx mm)
Total Depth of Safe with
Appearance Door
32 in (813 mm)
Both units fit easily under standard counters. The safe exterior has a durable, scratch resistant coating. Exterior features include: z z z z z z
Appearance door with keyed lock
Note delivery area with protective shutter
Two teller indicator lights
Communication panel
Communication cables
Safe lock and door handle
An Appearance Door is mounted to the front of the safe which conceals the safe door lock. This outer door provides an extra level of security by making the unit appear less like a safe. The door features a keyed lock to further limit access.
The Note Delivery Area is designed to present notes to the tellers as they are dispensed. A shutter opens and closes automatically when notes are presented and removed from the delivery area. Notes are accessed
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from the front of the cosmetic door on Front Access models and from the rear of the safe on Rear Access models.
Teller Indicator Lights
are located on the upper left and right corners of the unit, just above the note delivery area. These lights illuminate to indicate which teller dispensed the cash present in the note delivery area. When the cash is removed, the appropriate light will turn off automatically.
The Communications Panel is located on the lower right rear side of
the safe. The panel (see Figure 2-1) consists of six RJ45 serial ports and
an A/C power plug. The six ports are designed to accommodate Teller 1,
Teller 2, Vault Buy Terminal, Coin 1, Coin 2 and a port reserved for future LAN connectivity.
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Figure 2-1: Communications panel
Communication Cables
are connected from the panel to teller terminals (stations). The cables needed for your specific configuration are available with the ArcaCash 2500/2600. See the Parts and Ordering
Guide in the Site Preparation and Installation Manual (700-305-3170) for part numbers and descriptions of these cables.
A standard Lock and Door Handle (both combination/key and digital locks are available) are mounted on the safe door and serve to secure the cash and prevent unauthorized access. In order to open the safe, the teller or supervisor must first unlock the safe, then rotate the handle and pull the door open. Optional electronic mechanisms with features such as time delay, duress alarm activation and electronic audit trail can be
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Interior
The safe interior contains the currency dispenser unit, control boards, the on/off switch, the safe-door switch, dispenser mounting rack, an internal cable harness and a power supply.
The On/Off Power Switch is located on a bracket just under the note presenter near the top of the dispenser unit.
The Safe-Door Switch is located beside the on/off switch on the same bracket. Designed to cut power to the cash dispenser when the safe door opens, it ensures that the ArcaCash 2500/2600 is not allowed to dispense money with the door ajar.
The ArcaCash 2500/2600 Controller (Compass Control Board), designed by ArcaTech Systems, acts as the interface between the teller system and the cash dispenser. This control system is found in an enclosed housing inside the lower, front right of the safe interior.
Cabling from this unit runs to the dispenser, console, power supply and exterior communications ports.
The Dispenser Sliding Rack which is mounted to the bottom of the safe allows the cash dispenser to slide in and out of the safe for easy service access.
Internal Cabling
is anchored to the interior wall of the safe. The internal cabling consists of communication cables for the ArcaCash
2500/2600 circuit boards, external communication ports, and power wiring.
The Power Supply is anchored to the wall of the safe, providing power for the ArcaCash 2500/2600 logic boards and dispenser motors.
Information on optional equipment such as alarm interfaces are available in separate manuals provided by the manufacturers of those options.
Dispenser Mechanism
The currency dispensing mechanism inside the ArcaCash 2500/2600 is the same as the mechanism found inside many ATMs worldwide.
In general, the end user should not attempt to service the dispenser itself. The basic features will be described here, but please refer to the
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ArcaCash 2500/2600 Service Manual for detailed specifics on the operation and care of the dispenser.
The cash dispenser is equipped with the dispenser Control Board. This control board was installed by the mechanism manufacturer and controls the basic dispense operations.
The dispenser holds up to five or six Currency Cassettes and can be configured to dispense up to six different bill denominations. Each cassette consists of a base, body, and lid. Inside the cassette there are note guides and a pressure plate to hold the money in place. A low note sensor signals the ArcaCash 2500/2600 when the quantity of notes becomes low. For illustrations and more information, refer to Chapter 3:
Operations Overview.
Divert Area Shutter (closed)
Tamper Seal Latch
Lid Open Latch
Handle
Release Pushbutton
Locking Cassette Cover
Denomination Labeling Area
Figure 2-2: ArcaCash Currency Cassette
Intelligent Control System (Compass Control
Board)
The intelligent control system provides the key functionality that allows the ArcaCash 2500/2600 to operate in a teller-assist environment. It consists primarily of a processor and printed circuit board (PCB) that is mounted in a closed bracket on the inside safe wall. This array is referred to as the Compass Control Board throughout the documentation.
The intelligent control system manages the communication traffic between one to three different teller workstations and stores information, such as dispenser and error totals. All of the sensors in the unit are monitored by the Compass Control Board. If coin dispensers are being used, the intelligent control system drives the coin dispensers as well.
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Operations Overview
Select a Location
When selecting a location for the Arca2600, you should consider its convenience for tellers and verify that you have enough space to service and load the dispenser. Refer to the Arca2600 Site Prep & Installation
Guide for specific details on selecting and preparing the best location.
Convenience for Tellers
Convenience for tellers should be the primary criteria for selecting the most suitable location for the Arca2600. In most instances, the dispenser fits under standard counters and can be mounted without any modification to the existing counter top. The note delivery area should be within reach of the tellers.
Service and Loading Clearance
Verify that the area required to swing the safe door open and fully extend the dispenser unit for servicing are free from any unmovable obstructions. Refer to the Site Prep & Installation Guide for exact measurements.
Initial Setup
Service technicians will install the dispenser initially and properly connect all power and communication cables, as well as any other teller device(s) or optional coin dispenser(s). Please refer to the Arca2600
Service Manual for detailed instructions on proper connection of communication cables.
The Arca2600 can be configured for up to four denominations. Before the Arca2600 is used for the first time, you must determine how many denominations will be used and configure the cassettes appropriately.
The Cassettes should be clearly labeled according to type and denomination.
The currency cassettes are each identified by type according to your particular dispensing requirements. Each different denomination must use a unique cassette type. The cassette types are configured using magnets located in a panel attached inside the top of the cassette by two
thumb screws. Figure 3-1 illustrates how the magnets should be placed.
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The magnet placement chart can also be found on the outside lid of the cassette.
4
5
6
1
2
3
CASSETTE
TYPE
US
Denomination
$1
$5
$10
$20
$50
$100
Q
Q
Q
D
Q
Q
Q
MAGNET CONFIGURATION
= Magnet Present
C
Q
Q
Q
B
Q
A
Q
Q
Q
Q
Q
Figure 3-1: Cassette types, denomination and magnet placement in dispenser cassettes placement.
Important:
There must be a cassette in the top position for the unit to operate.
Cassettes of each type (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6) should be labeled on the outside and loaded only with a specific denomination. Label each type 1 with $1s and always load that denomination in the cassette. Label and load type
2 with $5s and so on until you finish labeling and loading the cassettes.
Cassette typing is typically handled at the time of installation, but in the event you want to change the denominations in use, a configuration change must be made. Please refer to the Setting Cassette Types procedure in Chapter 5 of the Arca2600 Site Prep & Installation Guide for more information on changing cassette types.
The divert area for notes is incorporated into the top cassette. The divert shutter opens when the cassette is placed in the top position.
Start Up Procedure
Turn on the power switch mounted on a bracket under the cash presenter located inside the safe. Both green teller indicator lights should blink in an alternating pattern for a few moments during initialization and then turn off again.
If the unit does not turn on, you should make sure that the safe door is fully closed, the power cord is properly plugged into the unit and the power outlet, and that the circuit breaker is on. If you still do not have power, turn the power switch off and then on again. If the dispenser does
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Loading the Cassettes
Loading cassettes with notes is not complicated, but should be done carefully to ensure proper operation of the unit. An authorized person must open the safe door in order to access the currency cassettes.
Used currency should be prepared by holding a bundle of approximately
100 notes in one hand and fanning through the notes with the other, checking for obvious defects such as: z z z z z z
Adhesive tape on the surface of the notes
Staples, pins or any foreign matter attached to the notes
Torn or limp notes with pin holes
Two or more notes stuck together
Corner folds (straighten as required)
Folded notes
Any notes considered unacceptable should be removed. New or uncirculated currency should be fanned out several times (as illustrated
in Figure 3-2) before loading into the cassette.
Figure 3-2: Fan currency before loading into cassette.
Replenishing Notes in a Cassette
1. With the safe door open, locate and press the green cassette release button on the front, left side of the desired cassette. The cassette should move forward slightly. Pull the cassette the rest of the way out
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of the dispenser by the handle located on the front of the cassette.
Handle
Lid Release Latch
Cassette Release Button
Figure 3-3: Rear of Cassette
2. To open the cassette lid, push the green lid release latch to the right and lift the lid of the cassette while holding the latch to the right.
3. Raise the lid completely so that it rests in the open position.
Pressure plate
Rear of cassette
Figure 3-4: Open Cassette
Front of cassette
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4. Pull the pressure plate from its home position (as shown in Figure
) with the green marked handle behind the plate until it reaches
the rear of the cassette.
Handle
Pressure Plate
Figure 3-5: Pressure Plate
5. When the pressure plate reaches the rear of the cassette, a latching mechanism will engage. Release the handle and it should remain at the rear of the cassette.
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Figure 3-6: Pressure plate latches at rear of cassette to prepare for loading.
6. Align the edges of the notes to be loaded by holding a bundle loosely between the fingers and thumbs of both hands and tapping lightly on
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a flat surface, then tapping the note ends.
Figure 3-7: Align currency before loading.
7. Load the notes into the cassette. Please note that when you are loading the cassette you should alternate packs/bundles of 100 notes, making sure that notes are not shifted.
Figure 3-8: Check for bills out of alignment
8. Continue loading until the required amount is loaded. Do not overfill or force notes into the cassette.
Load notes in front of cassette
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Figure 3-9: Loading notes into the casette
9. To release the pressure plate, simply pull the green marked handle toward the rear of the cassette to release the latching mechanism.
The spring loaded pressure plate will move forward until the note stack touches the front support.
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Figure 3-10: Cassette with notes loaded.
11. Close the lid of the cassette and ensure that the cover latch has engaged with the base.
12. If required, the latch may be sealed or the cassette locked.
13. Push the loaded cassette firmly into the dispenser until it clicks into place. Some teller software packages require that the cassettes be placed in the same position from which they originally came. If the cassette is inserted into a different position an error could result during operation.
14. Close and lock the safe door.
15. Make necessary adjustments to the inventory control system and proceed with normal transactions.
Dispensing Cash
The procedure required to perform dispense transactions will vary according to the teller software interface you are using. In order to operate the Arca2600, you input the proper data and send the dispense command (which varies by interface) to the unit. The Arca2600 will process the request and dispense the requested amount of cash.
After the cash has been delivered to the note delivery area, confirm that the teller light button on your side is illuminated and remove the cash.
The cash can be passed to the customer and the transaction completed.
If you are performing a transaction on the vault buy port, both lights will illuminate.
Your teller light will alert you by flashing if an error occurs during the dispense. You should verify the amount of money dispensed
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Important:
Unless visibly damaged or worn, bills in the divert area can be reloaded into the
Arca2600.
corresponds to the amount reported by your teller software and follow your standard operating procedures for this situation.
Divert Area
Occasionally during use, the Arca2600 will divert notes that are unfit for dispensing (due to picking double notes, damaged notes, etc). These notes are diverted into the rear area of the cassette that is in the top position. When loading notes into the cassettes you should check the top cassette for bills that have been diverted.
Emptying the Divert Area
To empty the divert area you should proceed as follows:
1. Unlock and open the safe door.
2. Remove the top cassette from the dispenser and open it.
3. Remove the diverted notes from the rear of the cassette.
NOTE:
This currency is still classified as part of the inventory of the dispenser. Unless the notes are damaged or of poor quality they should be reloaded in the cassette for dispensing. Damaged or poor quality notes should be replaced by notes of acceptable quality.
4. Slide the cassette back into the terminal until it clicks in place. Please be aware that the Arca2600 will not operate and will produce an error if the top cassette is not completely inserted into the dispenser.
5. Close and lock the safe door and return to normal operation.
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End of Day Balancing
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For detailed instructions on balancing, please consult the policies and procedures of your financial institution, as well as the user manual for the teller software interface you are using to operate the
Arca2600. What follows is a conceptual overview of the balancing process that can be applied in many different situations.
The Arca2600 can dramatically speed up your end-of-day balancing process. Balancing should be done according to your existing procedures, but you need to know how the Arca2600 fits into your operations.
The Arca2600 can be integrated into your branch operation as either an extension of the main vault (remote vault) or as a separate teller.
With either approach, you can enjoy the benefits of having to reconcile only once (at end-of-day balancing) for all the money you receive during the day. Rather than having to make multiple vault-buys throughout the day, you can perform a single CASH IN transaction at the end of the day for the total amount that you have dispensed (there will be a corresponding CASH OUT for the vault or the teller number assigned to the dispenser).
How does the teller balance?
As a teller, you prepare a CASH IN ticket at the start of the balancing process for your drawer and a corresponding CASH OUT ticket for the vault or teller number assigned to the dispenser. The amount for these
CASH IN and CASH OUT tickets is equal to the amount dispensed by the
Arca2600 since you last balanced.
At this point, you can balance according to normal procedures. These procedures can vary among financial institutions, but should at least include the following steps:
a.
Enter STARTING CASH
b.
Add CASH INs (including the CASH IN ticket for the amount dispensed)
c.
Subtract CASH OUTs
d.
Calculate NET CASH in drawer with this formula:
(STARTING CASH + CASH IN – CASH OUT = NET CASH)
If the physical count of the cash in the drawer is equal to the NET CASH calculation, then you are in balance. Without a dispenser, this last step can be a time-consuming and error-prone process because of the amount of money that can be in the drawer. With the Arca2600, the amount of money needed in your drawer is dramatically reduced,
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leading to faster and more accurate balancing, while providing better security for the tellers in the branch.
How is the dispenser balanced?
If the Arca2600 is set up as a remote vault, then the Vault Supervisor will simply treat the dispenser as an extension of the vault. The starting cash in the dispenser is included in the total starting cash for the vault. The
Vault Supervisor must insure that a CASH OUT ticket is received from each teller that used the dispenser and insure that the tickets add up to the total amount dispensed from the Arca2600. The new NET TOTAL for the dispenser is added to the physical count of the cash in the vault and all cash outs are treated as they normally would be in balancing the vault.
If the Arca2600 is set up as a separate teller, then the Teller Supervisor must balance the dispenser according to the same principles outlined above for teller balancing.
a.
Enter STARTING CASH
b.
Add CASH INs (if money was added to the dispenser)
c.
Subtract CASH OUTs (make sure you have a CASH OUT ticket from each teller that used the dispenser. The total of all
CASH OUT tickets should equal the total amount dispensed).
d.
Calculate NET CASH in dispenser with this formula:
(STARTING CASH + CASH IN – CASH OUT = NET CASH)
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Troubleshooting Guide
While the Arca2600 is very reliable, every piece of hardware can experience occasional problems. Below are some basic troubleshooting tips for the most common errors encountered. For a more complete list of solutions and a list of all error codes, refer to the Arca2600 Service
Manual. As a general rule, any parts that are marked or coded in green are “touch-points” for users to access areas of the dispensing system.
Dispenser Jams
The procedure for clearing a jam depends on whether the jam is in the pick module, presenter module or the main transport.
Jam in Pick Module
The jam can be at any pick area of any cassette present in the dispenser.
1. First unlock and open the safe door. Locate the cassettes.
2. Press the release button of a note cassette and pull it out of the dispenser.
3. Inspect the opening in the dispenser and remove any jammed notes.
If there are no notes present in this opening, continue to remove the other cassettes until you have inspected all the cassettes.
4. Verify the internal gate is in the closed position. To close this gate, reach all the way into the empty module (with cassette removed) and press the green labeled tab that says “close” until it clicks into place.
5. Push the cassettes back into the dispenser until latched into their proper place. Please note that the Arca2600 will not operate with cassettes partially inserted.
Jam in Main Transport
1. Unlock and open the safe door.
2. Pull the dispenser mounting rack out until it is fully extended from the safe.
3. Look in the transport (on top of the dispenser) to locate any jammed note(s).
4. Carefully remove any jammed note(s) from within the transport.
5. Once the note(s) have been removed from the transport and make sure that the transport belts are still located on top of the pulleys.
6. Slide the unit back into the safe. Close and lock the safe door.
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Jam in Presenter Module
1. Unlock and open the safe door.
2. Pull the dispenser mounting rack out until it is fully extended from the safe.
3. Open the presenter by lifting the flat lever (marked with green) on the top of the dispenser near the middle of the main transport. The presenter will rotate forward on a hinge, revealing the note-pooling area.
4. Look in the open pooling area to locate any jammed note(s).
5. Carefully remove the jammed note(s) from within the transport.
6. Close the presenter, making sure it “clicks” into place.
7. Slide the unit back into the safe. Close and lock the safe door.
Conditions Indicated by the Teller Light
Indicators
The Teller Indicator Lights may behave abnormally, indicating a problem.
The incorrect light is lit after each dispense
1. Check to see that your teller system is configured properly. Typically, station “A” should dispense to the right side and station “B” should dispense to the left side. (However, certain teller software applications handle the direction of the lights differently.)
2. If the problem persists, call a service technician.
The light flashes after a dispense
1. Count the amount of money dispensed and verify that the amount matches the dispense (cash out) amount reported by your teller software.
2. Follow your standard operating procedures in this event.
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Dispenser Errors
This table lists the error codes and messages that will appear in a pop-up window when there is a problem with the dispenser.
Error
Code
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
Error Description Recovery Procedure
[Warning]: Cassette Low
Cassette Empty
Lifts Are Down
Check cassette inventory and replenish inventory in the indicated cassette.
Load inventory in the empty cassette and perform a Cassette Status Clear to turn the cassette back “On”.
The safe door is open. Close the safe door and reattempt the dispense. If closing the door does not correct the problem, call your
Service Technician.
[Warning]: Rejected Notes The dispenser detected that bills were rejected. If no notes were dispensed, retry the dispense. Check the reject area for excessive number of notes. If the problem persists, call your Service Technician.
Wrong Count Dispenser detected a miscount of notes.
Compare notes actually dispensed to notes reported as dispensed. Retry the dispense or pay the balance from drawer if needed.
Failure to Feed
Transmission Error
There has been a pick failure.
• Verify that all cassettes are fully inserted into the mechanism.
• Verify that the top cassette is fully inserted and the latch on the left side of the reject bin is down.
• Verify there are notes in the cassettes.
• Check that the cassettes are loaded properly (notes should be straight, push up plate should press the notes firmly against the back of the cassette and the top alignment guide should not put too much pressure on sides and tops of notes.
• Verify the notes are of acceptable quality.
• Remove any new bills and fan them to help prevent sticking.
• With cassette removed from dispenser, verify that the internal gate is completely closed by pressing on the “close” tab mraked in green at the picking mechanism.
Verify dispenser cables are connected properly and retry the dispense. Call your
Service Technician if problem persists.
Illegal Command or
Command Sequence
Invalid command was sent by software. Retry the dispense. Call your Service Technician if problem persists.
Double Detect Malfunction Make sure there are no notes jammed in the main transport area and that the dispenser is fully inserted in the safe and with the locking pin in place. Retry the dispense. Call your
Service Technician if problem persists.
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Error
Code
3A
3E
3F
40
41
42
43
45
46
4A
Error Description Recovery Procedure
Feed Cassette Not Properly
Installed
Verify all cassettes are present and are properly inserted in the dispenser. Retry the dispense.
Call your Service Technician.
Cassette Parameters Not
Initialized
Purge (Reject) Cassette Not
Properly Installed
Delivery Failure
Check that top cassette is present and fully inserted. Call your Service Technician if problem persists.
This error can occur when notes are jammed in the main transport area.
• Open the safe and pull out the dispenser.
• Inspect the bill path for any jammed notes.
• Open the pooling area by lifting the green marked lever in the middle of the top section. The front presenter will rotate down on a hinge, revealing the pooling area. Clear any notes in this area, being aware that the notes are still part of dispenser inventory.
Shutter problems can create this error. Verify that the shutter is not blocked open or jammed in the closed position.
Reject Failure
Too Many Notes Requested Too many notes were requested. Retry the dispense with fewer notes. Maximum note count is determined by initial dispenser settings and software settings.
Too Many Notes on
Conveyor
Notes may be jammed or skewed in the main transport. Retry the dispense.
• If error persists, open the safe and pull out the dispenser on its rails.
• Inspect the main transport for notes in the bill path and remove any notes.
• Close the safe door and retry the dispense.
Illegal Cassette Number
A delivery error that could occur due to interference with the dispense operation.
Retry the dispense. Call your Service
Technician if problem persists.
Main Motor Failure
Cassette may be damaged or inserted incorrectly. Remove cassette and re-insert then retry the dispense. Call your Service
Technician if problem persists.
Motor may have failed. Call your Service
Technician if problem persists.
Feeder Sensor Fail Verify there is no obstruction in the note path, especially in the pick module, main transport and pooling areas. Call your Service
Technician if problem persists.
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Error
Code
4D
4E
50
51
52
60
Error Description Recovery Procedure
Notes in Delivery Throat
Communications Time-Out Verify the dispenser is plugged in and powered on and all cables are connected properly and retry the dispense. The teller stations should be plugged in from the serial port on the host to the correct port on the safe using the cable provided with the
Arca2600.
Cassette ID Does Not Match Cassette positions may have changed. Verify the cassettes are in their proper positions.
Reject Cassette Full Remove notes from the reject cassette, noting the amount of each denomination present in the bin. Replenish inventory with quality notes in respective cassettes. Remove poor quality notes from inventory.
Printer Error
Internal Program Error
Notes may remain in presenter area.
• If there are no notes in the delivery area, open the safe and pull out the dispenser, inspecting the front part of the main transport for remaining or jammed notes.
• Remove the notes, replace the dispenser and close the safe door.
• Retry the dispense.
Either of these errors should only occur if an optional printer has been installed inside the dispenser. Call your Service Technician.
An internal error has occurred. Call your
Service Technician.
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Appendix A
Service Guidelines
Cleaning and Belt Alignment
Periodically, the Arca2600 dispenser should be cleaned with canned air and the belts should be checked for proper alignment. The outside may be wiped down with a damp cloth.
Preventive Maintenance by Service Technician
Depending on your transaction volume, ArcaTech Systems recommends 1 or 2 preventative maintenance calls per year. Please consult with your service provider for a recommended schedule.
Shipping
If the dispenser ever needs to be moved or shipped to a different location, please be sure to re-install the protective shipping material prior to moving the dispenser. If you have misplaced the shipping materials that came with the Arca2600, you can order the appropriate material by calling your Service Technician or ArcaTech Systems.
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Key Features
- Secure storage of currency
- Dispense cash at 7 notes per second
- High counting accuracy
- Interfaces with teller software
- Divert area for unfit bills
- Teller indicator lights
- Safe enclosure
- UL 291 Level 1 (24 hour) safe
- Appearance door
- Note delivery area
