You sir, are a godsend! I just bought my first machines (one of them a Dixie Narco 276e) that are already on locations. If they were in my garage, I'd have no problem learning how these work. But already operating on location is another thing so being able to see these quality instructional videos is a game changer for my situation. I cannot thank you enough!
Great video. Love the way you explained AND had the camera follow to see the actions. One of the best instructional vids about working a machine. Good job!
Tomorrow I was going change out one of the soft drinks that wasn't selling, and try monster energy in my Dixie Narco machine. Great info video here. Thanks for posting this.
Thank you. It's interesting how the machines work. I'm getting my machines next week and though a different model number, I guess is they will be somewhat similar. Thank you and your helper too. Take care and be safe.
Just fired up a dixie in my garage, I subbed to you channel and thank you for ALL the invaluable info! Twice as pumped when I found out we both have Emily's :)
Just installed my first 501e yesterday. Unfortunately column 5 was set for 16oz cans and not 20oz bottles like i requested. I tried moving back the rear product restricter but it wasn't working. I'm going to try to 16oz bottles today snd hopefully that works. I don't know enough about the shims to try and reconfigure it completely Thanks for the information as always Bill!
I'm looking to get a vending machine for my garage to have a unique "drink fridge" when we're all hanging out outside. Is this one of the smaller models on the market? I've seen some super huge machines out in the wild, but I'm hoping to save on space as much as possible.
With the newer bottle sizes coming out, is there a way to vend a 25.4oz bottle? Would you just set the shim for 20 oz bottles, and put the motor setting on 2? These bottles are the larger Monster Hydro Bottles and 24 oz Monster cans with the resealable top
I can't say for sure...I would have to look at the size of the containers and see if they are close to the 20 oz. bottles. Monsters never sold well for me so I don't plan on getting a bigger size.
Hello, I have the same exact control board and I was wondering if it was MDB compatible so that I can install a card reader? I didn’t see an MDB port on mine.
I'm getting a new coin chute. Can you do an informal video on how to apply those to the machine!? It's a older Dixie Narco and the coins get stuck every now ans again. I ordered a new one and decided to change it out. Thank you..
I currently don't have any coin chutes to change out on my machines. I recently replaced the one on my Dixie 276e machine and it really wasn't too hard. Just a couple screws and it is out. I'm sure you'll be ok...just give it a whirl.
Hi Bill, thank you for your videos! Can you tell me if there’s a significant difference between coke boards, Pepsi boards and generic boards when it comes to the physical appearance?
@@HappyVending if I recall red was Coke and blue Pepsi? I also happen to see an aftermarket board that had a yellow button, would that just be a generic?
Is there a tool that can be used to reach the back shims??? For us big guys... our arms are to ??? plump??? to get in the column...lol A couple time I thought I was going to have over night to wait for some one to come to the school and notice me with my hand stuck in the cookie jar so they could call 911 to cut me out of that thing...lol
How do you program different currencies? I live in Israel and the prices of items in vending machines can vary from 3 Shekels to 10, depending on the location of the machine I wonder if some support more than one currency
I'm sure if a machine can be purchased in another country, it can be programmed to accept that countries currency....assuming the bill acceptor and coin accepter are tuned to that countries currency. I have only used machines in the US so I can't speak from experience though.
I'm having serious trouble with my DN501E.... @1541 in the video shows the button assembly. Can you help with changing out the strip that holds all the buttons? Mine is broken and I don't know of a way to get a replacement. Please help. Also my machine is the same as the machine you are demonstrating with but my tag says 501E not 276E.
You can download the parts manual here: www.amequipmentsales.com/manuals/pdf/Dixie%20Narco/DIXIE%20NARCO%20E%20MODEL%20PARTS%20MANUAL.pdf I've gotten most of my parts direct from Crane, so you can try them first. If not, search the internet for the part number....maybe someone is selling used parts on ebay.
Hey @HappyVending, random question. I’m trying to purchase a machine but I’m being told the “Valence(lights)” (sp) isn’t working. Do you know much about that? I’ve searched that term and nothing isn’t popping up. It’s a Dixie Narco 501E
Hmmm...there aren't many lights in a 501 except the front lights and the LED display. Most machines that I've purchased have not had working front lights...so maybe that's what they are referring to.
@@HappyVending Yes, it's the ballast... The front lights are not working. I'm debating doing a LED kit but I watched your other videos and you mentioned your experience.
@@WebbMil It's not hard to replace the ballast and lights...just make sure you unplug the machine or you'll get a big shock. Just remove the old ballast and take that along with one of the light bulbs to an electric supply company and they'll usually have what you need. That is the cheapest way to get the lights working. You can buy LED bulbs and bypass the ballast like I did in my one video but the LED bulbs can be pricey. The benefit there is they last a lot longer than the fluorescent lights.
Is it true they got like this timmer or something so when every one leaves work or college the machine automatic turns it self off or sleep mode the cooler stays on but the mane light and the desply goes off
Yes, it is true...I have seen them. They are just motion sensors that the entire machine plugs into. If they don't detect motion for a preset amount of time, it kills power to the entire machine...even the compressor. So if no one has been in the room for awhile and the customer would come in for a drink, they would most likely get a warm one. I put light relays on my machines so that I have the lights turn off after around 11 pm and come on at 6 am, but the compressor stays on.
@@teamalanmountjoy3244 I do plan on doing a video showing how to set the light timer. When I do that video, I'll show where I put the relay...but I don't have any relay kits to install right now.
I haven't set up Monsters in a wide column, so I couldn't tell you the exact settings. I see you posted on the Vendiscuss board..so just follow the advice you get there. You will need to adjust the cam until you get four notches, and make sure you are using the can shim.
@@shawnunderwood4801 If you have all narrow columns, they would use the same shims. As for your double vend, it is possible that you motor brake needs cleaning. You can use contact cleaner on it....it's the part on the top of the motor. It may also be that the rotor widened at the part that the motor goes into it. If there is a lot of play in your rotor, you may need a new one. Also, do you have the rod installed in your rotor? You should for cans.
@@HappyVending Thank you for the response. I've resolved it, but just in case someone comes looking for the same issue, the motor was stopping when the switch was pushed OUT of the notch. So it ran for just a split second. Then the next cycle would run until it fell into the notch again. Each vend required two vend requests. The issue was the switch itself and most likely related to the fact that it's a normally closed switch and corrosion.
Could you do the inverse plastic bottle to can(3) I have a probleme whit the cam first it goes well only 1 can then the second time 2 cans. Idid tried position 1,2 and 3 and it gets worst...
What size bottles did you have in there? 20 oz? If so, you need to replace the bottle shim with a can shim. How many deep do you have the cans? Three deep? Do you have a rod in the rotor?
@@tiloup1889 for 3 deep, you should use the 1st cam setting. You should have a can shim in there and the rod is a long metal rod that sits the cans up hogher in the rotor. Remove all your cans from the column and you should see it. Also make sure your break isn't sticking.
@@HappyVending Since I dont have the good shim for the 3 deep can, Idid manage to put it in two deep can, whit the cam at position 2, and it works fine. thanks a lot for your info Ben.
Happy Vending that’s what I figured. I’m going to switch out my Diet Coke with monster. I can’t thank you enough for starting this channel and making these videos. 😀👍🏼
Took my Monsters out to add orange soda. I adjusted the shim and the cam is on 2 but the machine will vend and no soda is dropped and then on the next vend 2 sodas drop. What did I do wrong?
Monsters did not prove to be a big seller at my location, so I stopped buying them. I only bought them in a small quantity to try it out...so I think it was over a dollar a can.
Happy Vending you were selling it for $2 a can well in my town the cheapest you can get it for is like $1.80 at a store so i’d be making less than a quarter a can
Coke graphics are licensed so you really can't buy them new. They would need to come from a coke distributor...or used from someone who has a machine that they are parting out.
You sir, are a godsend! I just bought my first machines (one of them a Dixie Narco 276e) that are already on locations. If they were in my garage, I'd have no problem learning how these work. But already operating on location is another thing so being able to see these quality instructional videos is a game changer for my situation. I cannot thank you enough!
Glad I could help. Be sure to like and subscribe!
Great video. Love the way you explained AND had the camera follow to see the actions. One of the best instructional vids about working a machine. Good job!
Best cam adjustment video for this style machine yet.
Great video
Tomorrow I was going change out one of the soft drinks that wasn't selling, and try monster energy in my Dixie Narco machine. Great info video here. Thanks for posting this.
Been watching you for a year now. And now that I have multiple locations I use you more than ever! Thanks!
Good luck with your business!
Thank you. It's interesting how the machines work. I'm getting my machines next week and though a different model number, I guess is they will be somewhat similar. Thank you and your helper too. Take care and be safe.
Just fired up a dixie in my garage, I subbed to you channel and thank you for ALL the invaluable info! Twice as pumped when I found out we both have Emily's :)
Well done video! Thanks for taking the time to make this video.
Awesome videos, thanks for making them!
Thank you Bill. Awesome video!
Great video, love the info.
I appreciate you bill
as do I. Thanks for all your "how to" videos.
Absolutely amazing!!!
Good video ! Keep it up man 👍👍👍
Thanks a lot! That's what I am doing tonight!
Great video!
Nice. I have this same machine with a Sun Drop front. I vend all bottles and the black and white monsters.
Just installed my first 501e yesterday. Unfortunately column 5 was set for 16oz cans and not 20oz bottles like i requested. I tried moving back the rear product restricter but it wasn't working. I'm going to try to 16oz bottles today snd hopefully that works. I don't know enough about the shims to try and reconfigure it completely
Thanks for the information as always Bill!
it probably has can shims installed. you would need a bottle shim for 20 ounce bottles...and also remove the rod in the rotor if there is one there.
if your're a body builder you definitely can not change that back spacer..lol
Who would of thought back then that monsters would be sold for every bit of three bucks a can now a days
We are still at 2.50
I'm looking to get a vending machine for my garage to have a unique "drink fridge" when we're all hanging out outside. Is this one of the smaller models on the market? I've seen some super huge machines out in the wild, but I'm hoping to save on space as much as possible.
yes...the 276e is a nice smaller machine. It is nice because it is easy to fit through doors.
With the newer bottle sizes coming out, is there a way to vend a 25.4oz bottle? Would you just set the shim for 20 oz bottles, and put the motor setting on 2? These bottles are the larger Monster Hydro Bottles and 24 oz Monster cans with the resealable top
I can't say for sure...I would have to look at the size of the containers and see if they are close to the 20 oz. bottles. Monsters never sold well for me so I don't plan on getting a bigger size.
Hello, I have the same exact control board and I was wondering if it was MDB compatible so that I can install a card reader? I didn’t see an MDB port on mine.
Yes...it is MDB. If it is a SIID board like mine...it will be MDB.
How many Soda Machine Graphics got replace. One used to say Powerade and what is the other machine Graphic replace from?
One was a Powerade machine and one was a Gatorade machine.
so If I have all shims set up for 12 oz, would I just have to change to 2 deep instead of 3 deep if I wanted to switch to 16.9 oz bottles?
Yes. And set your back product stop.
I'm getting a new coin chute. Can you do an informal video on how to apply those to the machine!?
It's a older Dixie Narco and the coins get stuck every now ans again. I ordered a new one and decided to change it out.
Thank you..
I currently don't have any coin chutes to change out on my machines. I recently replaced the one on my Dixie 276e machine and it really wasn't too hard. Just a couple screws and it is out. I'm sure you'll be ok...just give it a whirl.
Where did you get the monster labels from? And how much did they cost
I think I got them in a combo pack from Snack Attack Vending.
Hi Bill, thank you for your videos! Can you tell me if there’s a significant difference between coke boards, Pepsi boards and generic boards when it comes to the physical appearance?
The appearance of the board? A lot of times you can tell by the color of the programming button on the board.
@@HappyVending if I recall red was Coke and blue Pepsi? I also happen to see an aftermarket board that had a yellow button, would that just be a generic?
@@extremeLEGEND999 yes...typically red for coke and blue for Pepsi...not sure about yellow.
@@HappyVending alright, thank you for your help and all your videos!
Is there a tool that can be used to reach the back shims??? For us big guys... our arms are to ??? plump??? to get in the column...lol A couple time I thought I was going to have over night to wait for some one to come to the school and notice me with my hand stuck in the cookie jar so they could call 911 to cut me out of that thing...lol
lol...i've never seen a tool but maybe that's a good idea for Shark Tank!
How do you program different currencies?
I live in Israel and the prices of items in vending machines can vary from 3 Shekels to 10, depending on the location of the machine
I wonder if some support more than one currency
I'm sure if a machine can be purchased in another country, it can be programmed to accept that countries currency....assuming the bill acceptor and coin accepter are tuned to that countries currency. I have only used machines in the US so I can't speak from experience though.
@@HappyVending over here the machines accept coins and credit cards
The bill acceptor caused too much trouble because of Israel's paper bills
I'm having serious trouble with my DN501E.... @1541 in the video shows the button assembly. Can you help with changing out the strip that holds all the buttons? Mine is broken and I don't know of a way to get a replacement. Please help.
Also my machine is the same as the machine you are demonstrating with but my tag says 501E not 276E.
You can download the parts manual here: www.amequipmentsales.com/manuals/pdf/Dixie%20Narco/DIXIE%20NARCO%20E%20MODEL%20PARTS%20MANUAL.pdf
I've gotten most of my parts direct from Crane, so you can try them first. If not, search the internet for the part number....maybe someone is selling used parts on ebay.
Hey @HappyVending, random question. I’m trying to purchase a machine but I’m being told the “Valence(lights)” (sp) isn’t working. Do you know much about that? I’ve searched that term and nothing isn’t popping up. It’s a Dixie Narco 501E
Hmmm...there aren't many lights in a 501 except the front lights and the LED display. Most machines that I've purchased have not had working front lights...so maybe that's what they are referring to.
@@HappyVending Yes, it's the ballast... The front lights are not working. I'm debating doing a LED kit but I watched your other videos and you mentioned your experience.
Just trying to figure out the most cost-effective way to get the machine working
@@WebbMil It's not hard to replace the ballast and lights...just make sure you unplug the machine or you'll get a big shock. Just remove the old ballast and take that along with one of the light bulbs to an electric supply company and they'll usually have what you need. That is the cheapest way to get the lights working. You can buy LED bulbs and bypass the ballast like I did in my one video but the LED bulbs can be pricey. The benefit there is they last a lot longer than the fluorescent lights.
Thank you so much!
What is the cam setting for 16.9 oz bottles?
Well, if you have them 2 deep, try setting 2 like for the Monster energy drinks.
@@HappyVending Thanks, I'll try it.
Is it true they got like this timmer or something so when every one leaves work or college the machine automatic turns it self off or sleep mode the cooler stays on but the mane light and the desply goes off
Yes, it is true...I have seen them. They are just motion sensors that the entire machine plugs into. If they don't detect motion for a preset amount of time, it kills power to the entire machine...even the compressor. So if no one has been in the room for awhile and the customer would come in for a drink, they would most likely get a warm one. I put light relays on my machines so that I have the lights turn off after around 11 pm and come on at 6 am, but the compressor stays on.
@@HappyVending can you do a video to show how install one in please thanks
@@teamalanmountjoy3244 I do plan on doing a video showing how to set the light timer. When I do that video, I'll show where I put the relay...but I don't have any relay kits to install right now.
@@HappyVendinghave you ever thought about going live
@@teamalanmountjoy3244 ha...not yet. Maybe if I ever get over 1k subs.
How do I get 20 ounce Gatorade Bottles to stop double vending?
Sounds like your cam setting is wrong. What is it set at? Do you have the bottles 2 deep?
How would you go about doing this in the wide column of Dixie Narco 501E?
I haven't set up Monsters in a wide column, so I couldn't tell you the exact settings. I see you posted on the Vendiscuss board..so just follow the advice you get there. You will need to adjust the cam until you get four notches, and make sure you are using the can shim.
Worked like a charm, thanks 👍🏾
@@NessBasketball I'll be doing the same thing this weekend. I found your post on Vendiscuss board.
Thank you both!
Mil Webb good luck!
No card readers ?
This machine doesn't do well enough to justify a card reader.
Do you know how to change products in a dn720p?
I don't have a 720p...but I assume it has cams and shims like most dn.
The coin chute
Ha...yeah...i couldn't think of the name!
I have the same Dixie and did the same set up and it was working good...But now it’s dropping 2 monsters then zero on the next cycle?
Is 1 and 8 columns different shims?
@@shawnunderwood4801 If you have all narrow columns, they would use the same shims. As for your double vend, it is possible that you motor brake needs cleaning. You can use contact cleaner on it....it's the part on the top of the motor. It may also be that the rotor widened at the part that the motor goes into it. If there is a lot of play in your rotor, you may need a new one. Also, do you have the rod installed in your rotor? You should for cans.
Thank you sir!!! Your videos have helped me a ton! Thanks for sharing your knowledge...Keep it up.
will this work for the DN 368?
It might work 1-deep, but since that is a single-price machine, everything would need to be the price of the monster drinks.
My machine stops turning when the switch closes instead of making the 180 degree turn and opening again. Any advice?
I'm not sure I understand? What do you mean by "switch closes""? The motor should stop when the switch falls into a notch in the cam.
@@HappyVending Thank you for the response. I've resolved it, but just in case someone comes looking for the same issue, the motor was stopping when the switch was pushed OUT of the notch. So it ran for just a split second. Then the next cycle would run until it fell into the notch again. Each vend required two vend requests. The issue was the switch itself and most likely related to the fact that it's a normally closed switch and corrosion.
Could you do the inverse plastic bottle to can(3) I have a probleme whit the cam first it goes well only 1 can then the second time 2 cans. Idid tried position 1,2 and 3 and it gets worst...
What size bottles did you have in there? 20 oz? If so, you need to replace the bottle shim with a can shim. How many deep do you have the cans? Three deep? Do you have a rod in the rotor?
@@HappyVending 16 oz, the deep is 3 can, for the rod Idont konow what it look like
@@tiloup1889 for 3 deep, you should use the 1st cam setting. You should have a can shim in there and the rod is a long metal rod that sits the cans up hogher in the rotor. Remove all your cans from the column and you should see it. Also make sure your break isn't sticking.
@@HappyVending Since I dont have the good shim for the 3 deep can, Idid manage to put it in two deep can, whit the cam at position 2, and it works fine. thanks a lot for your info Ben.
@@tiloup1889 great...I'm glad you got it working!
same procedure for the DN501e?
Yes...the 501e just has more columns..and some wide columns.
Happy Vending that’s what I figured. I’m going to switch out my Diet Coke with monster. I can’t thank you enough for starting this channel and making these videos. 😀👍🏼
@@kd7627 glad i could help!
Can anyone point me in the direction of converting a 20 oz bottle vend to monster cans?
You will need a can shim. Do you have one?
Took my Monsters out to add orange soda. I adjusted the shim and the cam is on 2 but the machine will vend and no soda is dropped and then on the next vend 2 sodas drop. What did I do wrong?
Are you vending cans or bottles? Are they 2 or 3 deep? Are you vending in a Dixie machine like the one in this video?
@@HappyVending 16.9 oz bottle and I have a Dixie 276e
@@HappyVending 2 deep
@@Chimerem30 Ok. So you have the can shim in the machine...correct? if cam setting 2 isn't working...try setting 3.
@@HappyVending ok
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Thank you for showing me this :)
$2?? How much do you buy your monsters for?
Monsters did not prove to be a big seller at my location, so I stopped buying them. I only bought them in a small quantity to try it out...so I think it was over a dollar a can.
Happy Vending you were selling it for $2 a can well in my town the cheapest you can get it for is like $1.80 at a store so i’d be making less than a quarter a can
@@tylerwright497 Yeah...it didn't matter for me because it didn't sell at $2. Teachers are a hard sell...unless it's Coke, Diet Coke and water.
I’d like to buy a Coke graphic. Can someone recommend a vendor… thanks in advance
Coke graphics are licensed so you really can't buy them new. They would need to come from a coke distributor...or used from someone who has a machine that they are parting out.
If the machine is a bit loud at times, should I be concerned?
Noise can be a sign of a problem. Is the noise coming from the fan? The compressor?
@@HappyVending I’ll check it out
Oh damnit!! Now I know why my cans were double vending!! NO ONE explains that I'm missing a dumb rod!! Where do I get rods??!! I'm missing 9 rods!!!
Most vending companies should have them...like dsvending or snack attack.
@@HappyVending thank you.. just ordered some rods from snack attack.. thank you!! Love your videos!!
Every once and a while my machine will double vend monster cans. Any idea why?
Aqua Bev coffee
My machine says CP. please help
I'm not familiar with CP. Do you mean CD...coin dump?
I drink monster all the time