501P/M Operator’s Booklet

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Welcome To Your 501P/M Classic Gumball Machine

Thank you for purchasing the 501P or 501M Classic Gumball Machine by Rhino Vending!

Your machine comes pre-assembled with a gumball dispenser, unless you requested it to be set to
dispense candy. This manual will detail steps to convert the machine from dispensing gumballs to candy
and vice-versa, as well as servicing and maintaining the machine.

Save This Manual

This manual contains important assembly and modification instructions for your gumball machine. Write
the invoice number on the inside of this booklet. Please keep the booklet with your original invoice in a
safe location.

Safety Warnings and Precautions

WARNING: When using product, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment. Read all instructions before using this
product!

1. Keep the work area free of debris.

2. Locate in safe operating area. Position the gumball machine in an unobstructed area.
3. Check for damaged parts. Before using any product, any part that appears damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will perform its intended function. Check for any broken or damaged
parts and any other conditions that may affect its operation. Contact us immediately if there are broken or
damaged parts.
4. Replacement parts and accessories. When servicing, use only original Rhino replacement parts.
5. Always check the assembled parts after assembling. All connections should be tight and secure.
6. Maintain the machine and clean it regularly.
7. Children should be supervised. Do not let children push, pull or hit the machine. Be sure they keep
fingers out of the dispensing chute.

Questions?

If you have questions about the assembly of your 501P or 501M Classic Gumball Machine, please call the
place of purchase where you bought your machine from.

Parts List
Your 501P/M Classic Gumball Machine comes with the following parts (from top to bottom).

 Key
 Cylinder Lock
 Metal Lid
 Globe Ring
 Globe Side Rods (x2)
 Polycarbonate Globe
 Globe Base
 Central Rod with hex nut
 Brush Plate
 Gumball Wheel
 Spacer
 Hopper
 Body
 Coin Mechanism
 Metal Chute Door
 Chute Guard
 Metal Base

Tools Needed for Assembly (not included)

 Small adjustable wrench

 Screwdriver (Phillips or flathead)
Converting Your Machine to Dispense Candy
As noted above, the 501P/M Classic Gumball Machine comes pre-assembled to dispense gumballs, unless
otherwise pre-ordered in a candy-dispensing configuration. In order to convert your machine from
dispensing gumballs to candy, please follow these instructions.

1. Insert key, press down, and turn counter clockwise to unscrew the Central Rod. Remove the
Cylinder Lock and Metal Lid.
2. Unscrew the two Globe Side Rods. Once undone, remove the Globe and Globe Base from the
Hopper and set aside carefully (to reduce risk of breakage).
3. Remove the Gumball Wheel Assembly components: the Brush Plate, Gumball Wheel, and Spacer.
4. Next, insert the Candy Wheel into the Hopper. Be sure one of the holes of the Candy Wheel is over
the chute opening of the Hopper.
5. Install the Wing onto the Candy Wheel. Adjust the Wing to one of the eight settings visible inside
the Candy Wheel. (This adjustment determines the amount of candy dispensed).
6. Screw in the three (3) Hold-Down Screws to secure the Wing in place. Do not overtighten.
7. Place the Brush Plate over the adjustable Candy Wheel assembly. The Brush Plate is marked with
an arrow indicating the front (which aligns the springs to cover the triangular opening.)
8. Place the Polycarbonate Globe over the Hopper, aligning the holes at the top of the globe with the
screw holes of the Hopper.
9. Slide the Globe Side Rods through the Top Assembly Ring, then slide the rods through the holes in
the top of the Polycarbonate Globe and finger tighten into the screw holes in the Hopper.
10. Screw down the Globe Side Rods. Do not overtighten.
11. Place the Metal Lid on top of the Polycarbonate Globe.
12. Insert the key in the Cylinder Lock. Insert the Cylinder Lock into the hole at the top of the cap,
turning to align it so it drops into place. At the same time, maneuver the Cap so the Cylinder Key
and the Central Rod are mated.
13. Turn the Key clockwise to screw the Cylinder Lock onto the Central Rod. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.

Converting Your Machine to Dispense Gumballs

If your 501P/M Classic Gumball Machine was purchased or configured with the Candy Wheel dispenser, and
you wish to change the machine to dispense gumballs, please follow these instructions.

1. Insert key, press down, and turn counter clockwise to unscrew the Central Rod. Remove the
Cylinder Lock and Metal Lid.
2. Unscrew the two Globe Side Rods. Once undone, remove the Globe and Globe Base from the
Hopper and set aside carefully (to reduce risk of breakage).
3. Remove the Candy Wheel assembly components: the Brush Plate, Hold-Down Screws, Wing, and
Candy Wheel.
4. Next, insert the Gumball Wheel assembly components. First, insert the Spacer into the Hopper.
5. Place the Gum Wheel over the Spacer, making sure one gumball hole is over the opening of the
hopper that goes over the chute.
6. Install the Brush Plate over the Gumball Wheel, making sure the two springs cover the Gumball
Wheel hole that is directly over the hopper opening.
7. Place the Globe Base over the Brush Plate. Be sure the notches in the Globe Base line up with the
screw holes of the Base Plate and the Gumball Wheel Assembly.
8. Place the Polycarbonate Globe over the Globe Base, aligning the holes at the top of the globe with
the screw holes of the Globe Base.
9. Slide the Globe Side Rods through the Top Assembly Ring, then slide the rods through the holes in
the top of the Polycarbonate Globe and finger tighten into the screw holes in the Hopper.
10. Screw down the Base Side Rods. Do not overtighten.
11. Place the Metal Lid on top of the Polycarbonate Globe.
12. Insert the key in the Cylinder Lock. Insert the Cylinder Lock into the hole at the top of the cap,
turning to align it so it drops into place. At the same time, maneuver the Cap so the Cylinder Key
and the Central Rod are mated.
13. Turn the Key clockwise to screw the Cylinder Lock onto the Central Rod. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
Adjusting the 501P/M to Change Size or Amount of Products Dispensed

Adjusting Gumball Wheel-equipped 501P/M Classic Gumball Machine

1. Remove the Metal Lid by unlocking with Key and unscrewing from Central Rod.
2. Remove any excess gumballs remaining in the Polycarbonate Globe.
3. Unscrew the two Globe Side Rods.
4. Lift the Globe and Globe Base off the Hopper.
5. Lift the Brush Plate off the Gumball Wheel.
6. Adjust the Gumball Wheel to accommodate the new product size by unscrewing the two adjustment
screws and twisting the Gumball Wheel until the holes are the size you desire for dispensing
product. (Hint: see if the new product fits through one of the holes in the Gumball Wheel).
7. Re-install the Brush Plate over the Gumball Wheel, making sure the two springs cover the Gumball
Wheel hole that is directly over the hopper opening.
8. Reassemble by reversing steps 4, 3, 2, 1.

Adjusting Candy Wheel-equipped 501P/M Classic Gumball Machine

1. Remove the Metal Lid by unlocking with Key and unscrewing from Central Rod.
2. Remove any excess candy remaining in the Polycarbonate Globe.
3. Unscrew the two Globe Side Rods.
4. Lift the Globe and Globe Base off the hopper.
5. Remove the Brush Plate and Candy Wheel.
6. Remove the three (3) Hold-Down Screws from the Candy Wheel. Lift up the wing and reinsert it to
allow the desired amount of product to be dispensed.
7. Replace the three (3) Hold-Down Screws and tighten. Do not overtighten.
8. Place the Brush Plate back onto the Candy Wheel. The Brush Plate is marked with an arrow indicating
the front (which aligns the springs to cover the triangular opening.)
9. Reassemble by reversing steps 4, 3, 2 and 1.
 Installing the 501P/M Classic Gumball Machine onto a Stand
Stands are comprised of three (3) parts: the Base, the Threaded Pipe, and the Threaded Flange or
Bracket.

Single-Mount Assembly Instructions

1. Place the Threaded Pipe into the threaded opening on the Pedestal Base and tighten.
2. Place the Threaded Flange onto the Threaded Pipe with flat side pointing up.
3. Secure the Pedestal Base and tighten the flange by turning clockwise.
4. Disassemble the 501P/M Classic Gumball Machine to free the Metal Base (see “Converting Your
Machine…” instructions steps 1 through 3.)
5. Align the holes in the 501P/M Metal Base with the large holds in the Threaded Flange. (The front of
the Metal Base has a notch for the product chute.)
6. Screw in two (2) bolts from the Metal Base into the Threaded Flange (i.e. screw in top down).
7. Reassemble the gumball machine.

Double-Mount Assembly Instructions

1. Complete steps 1-4 as shown in Single Mount Assembly Instructions.

2. Place Large Double Bracket on top of Threaded Flange, aligning the holes.
3. Screw in bolts to secure.
4. Align the front and rearmost holes in the two (2) 501P/M Classic Gumball Machine Metal Bases to
the outermost holes in the Large Double Bracket. Note: the front the Metal Base has a notch for the
product chute.
5. Screw in two (2) bolts from the Metal Base into the Large Double Bracket (i.e. screw in top down).
Do not overtighten.
6. Re-assemble) each gumball machine.

Triple-Mount Assembly Instructions

1. Disassemble the 501P/M machines to free the Metal Base of each.

2. Center the triple bracket on top of the Threaded Flange.
3. Then, place the Base of the center machine in the middle (aligning the holes), making sure the
notch of the base faces the front.
4. Then secure to the Threaded Flange with two (2) bolts (screw in top down).
5. The secure the other two machine Bases with two (2) bolts each. Make sure the notches of the
Bases also face front.
6. Reassemble the gumball machines.
Servicing the 501P/M Classic Gumball Machine
1. Insert the Key into the Cylinder Lock, and unscrew the lock from the Central Rod.
2. Lift the Globe assembly off the Body (with candy still inside) to access the Metal Base where the
coins reside.
3. Remove the coins, replace the Globe assembly.
4. If no product refill is needed, lock the machine by turning the Key clockwise.
5. If product is needed, remove the Metal Lid.
6. Slowly add the gumballs, candy, or other products to the globe.
7. Please make sure the dispensing compartment from the dispensing wheel is fully aligned with the
opening in the Globe Base.
8. Test the machine’s operation to make sure the product is dispensed correctly.
9. Replace the Metal Lid.
10. Insert the key in the Cylinder Lock. Insert the Cylinder Lock into the hole at the top of the cap,
turning to align it so it drops into place. At the same time, maneuver the Cap so the Cylinder Key
and the Central Rod are mated.
11. Turn the Key clockwise to screw the Cylinder Lock onto the Central Rod. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.

Note: It is suggested while servicing the machine to consider performing cleaning and maintenance as
described in this booklet.
Cleaning & Maintaining the 501P/M Classic Gumball Machine

IMPORTANT: Clean only by dry method to reduce the risk of product contamination by bacteria. Alcohol-
based wipes (unscented) are also suitable, but all surfaces must be thoroughly dry before re-assembling
and using the machine.

 Regular cleaning and maintenance is essential for the proper functioning of the machine.
 Again, using dry cleaning methods with good-quality paper towels and nylon brushes are the safest
way to clean the machine.
 Do not use abrasive cleaners.
 Buffing the exterior surfaces of the machine can help remove marks.
 The rough surfaces of the coin mechanism and Chute Door are best cleaned using a brush.
 When conducting maintenance, make sure all bolts/screws are snug and tightened. Do not
overtighten.
 The exterior surfaces may be cleaned using a mild soap solutions or commercial-grade protectant
such as 303™ Aerospace Protectant.
 Clean the Coin Mechanism every 12 months with a food-grade lubricant such as vegetable oil or
Vaseline™. The Cylinder Lock should be lubricated with a drop of oil (such as sewing machine oil)
and the key inserted and turned several times to coat the lock mechanism
 It is important to keep the machine out of direct sunlight as much as possible and away from heat
sources such as radiators, fireplaces, etc.