Vending machine and method for automatic vending and returning o

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1987-07-31

1989-08-22

Rolla, Joseph J.

Check-actuated control mechanisms

Control mechanism actuated by check, other than coin , which...

221 88, 221195, 414280, 414661, G07F 710, G07F 1116

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048587435

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for and method of automatically vending merchandise to a patron, with the apparatus including display devices and input devices for interaction with the patron. At least one motor is provided for providing vertical and horizontal movement to an elevator which accesses the stored merchandise from respective column positions within the machine. The elevator is then returned to a NEUTRAL position and the merchandise is dumped or dispensed to the patron. The system can provide RENTAL, PURCHASE or RETURN of merchandise procedures along with various other functions related to vending operations.

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