Arutkow Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 I saw an ad for a Vendo V480P in a neighboring town. I was just wondering what the pros here would think of the machine, and what an acceptable price would be.I have a attached a few pics. Thanks, Abram Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allen watson Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 I love my Vendo 480's. I think they could be worth as much as $400 if everything works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CajunCandy Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 I stand with allen, $400 in working order. cajun I like mine to! Can vend 24oz bottles and large cans Arizona tea, only one deep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arutkow Posted March 25, 2015 Author Share Posted March 25, 2015 I forgot to mention the ad says "Refurbished in 2012" Does that change anyone offer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CajunCandy Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 No! it is a coke machine, first two slot for number one button is the same selection, like coke wants. 10 slots/ 9 buttons. cajun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZVendor Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 That's a Vendo V511 (basic cabinet is 480) and it's 3 cans deep or 2 bottles deep. The software won't allow cash sales to download through DEX but it's credit card capable since it runs on MDB. The value is up to $1000-1200 depending on condition. The Coke door is as Cajun said, 10 columns but only 9 selections because cols. 1 and 2 are tied together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmorris1953 Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 AZ is correct it is a 511. Good for cans and bottled soda not so much for non carb beverages. Just sold a cold drink for $1200. Installed a usa credit card reader. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CajunCandy Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 Your correct AZ! didn't count cans in slots! cajun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arutkow Posted March 26, 2015 Author Share Posted March 26, 2015 Thank you for all the insight!They are asking $650. Does that sound good? I figure I'll offer less, of course. Thanks, Abram Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allen watson Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 That's a Vendo V511 (basic cabinet is 480) and it's 3 cans deep or 2 bottles deep. The software won't allow cash sales to download through DEX but it's credit card capable since it runs on MDB. The value is up to $1000-1200 depending on condition. The Coke door is as Cajun said, 10 columns but only 9 selections because cols. 1 and 2 are tied together. Credit card capable? This info is a game changer for sure. I didn't think any of the single price machines where credit card capable. I've been thinking about upping my 12oz can price to $1.00 and adding a credit card reader. Is it possible? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orsd Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 not a sp, see elcetronic display Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arutkow Posted March 26, 2015 Author Share Posted March 26, 2015 ...any of the single price machines... Is this machine ALWAYS a single price? The seller is listing it as a "used Vendo V480P Multi-Price 10 Product vending machine" Is the seller mistaken, or could it have been upgraded? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZVendor Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 This model of machine is a multiprice machine as they were all built that way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arutkow Posted March 26, 2015 Author Share Posted March 26, 2015 Soooo... does it seem a good buy @ $650? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZVendor Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 Yes, as long as it's complete, cooling and in good working condition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arutkow Posted March 26, 2015 Author Share Posted March 26, 2015 Ok I think I'll contact the seller tomorrow and check it out. I'll ask that he plug it in and keep it in running mode until I get there.Thanks for the advice. I'll keep you updated -Abram Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anacapa Vending Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 Make sure to test all the motors. The only problem I ever have with the 480s is 20oz water bottles tend to jam the column if I load too many. Other then that they get the job done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allen watson Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 This model of machine is a multiprice machine as they were all built that way. So the multi-price machines can be upgraded to a card reader? Soooo... does it seem a good buy @ $650? Buy it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZVendor Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 Any machine can have a card reader on it if it uses a MDB mech and validator. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir SnackAlot Vending Posted November 19, 2015 Share Posted November 19, 2015 Hey guys I just purchased one of these Vendo V480/V511 and I have a couple of questions. - Why does the label show V480 but its actually a V511? Mine has a cold drink bubble front so I am hoping that cols 1&2 are not tied together. - There are three motors that are not homing properly even though you can hear the motors trying but there is no movement towards the notches in the blue cams. I can move the brake freely but it doesnt cause any movement. How can I get these motors and/or switches to work properly? Thanks for all of your help, in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZVendor Posted November 19, 2015 Share Posted November 19, 2015 You will see the Basic Unit as 480 and that is just the base cabinet size. The actual model number is in the beginning of the serial number where you see the 511. The jammed columns is caused by worn out gate links behind the motor. They are plastic links that close and open the gate on the left side of the column to limit the reloads to one row of drinks. When the link gets worn out it jams on the motor eccentric and consequently jams the column. I can send you new links for those motors though you should replace all 10 as they are probably all worn out if 3 have jammed now. You shouldn't have any columns slaved together but you won't know until you try vending them. There is a way to program Space To Sales and slave selections together but it's generally not done on this machine where you have 10 buttons for 10 columns. If you do find that they are slaved together then I can give you instructions on how to correct that. If you need the new gate links or anything else for this including flavor strips you can email me at rbepic4gatgmaildotcom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmorris1953 Posted November 19, 2015 Share Posted November 19, 2015 I have worked on 100's of vendo 511's and changed very few gate links. My experience was route drivers shoving that last can or bottle in on the top of the stack. I have seen them take their arms in there and push down on the stack to make room. When doing so it puts undo pressure on the gauge bar and lets the bottle/can slip by. Try unjamming first and make sure not to force the top bottles/cans in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir SnackAlot Vending Posted November 19, 2015 Share Posted November 19, 2015 Thank you very much guys for your responses. Randy, I will email you to get those parts on the way to me. @ rmorris - Thank you very much also. The machine is not loaded with any product at this time but I will stay away from the bad habit that you mentioned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir SnackAlot Vending Posted February 18, 2018 Share Posted February 18, 2018 I know this crazy to reply two years later guys but for thread closure replacing the gate links did resolve the issue on this one. Thanks again for the help! I had already thanked Randy after the fix was performed but in a much timelier manner. 😁 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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