Vending Machine Technician how-to

How to Replace a Card Reader

Card payments drive sales.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Card payments drive sales. In short: power; disconnect; mount, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Power down.

  2. Disconnect the old reader.

  3. Mount the new reader.

  4. Connect cables.

  5. Configure software.

  6. Test a transaction.

Safety reminders for vending machine technicians

  • Unplug before repairs
  • Lift machines with help
  • Secure cash
  • Drive safely

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