Patent ID: 6128842
Filing Date: 2000-10-10
Classification: G07F,G09F

Abstract:
A vending machine, comprising:a base;a door movable relative to the base between an open position and a closed position, wherein the door has an inside which is accessible when the door occupies the open position but inaccessible when the door occupies the closed position, and the door has an outside surface which is visible from a position external to the vending machine when the door occupies the closed position;at least one hinge interconnecting said door to said base, wherein said door is pivotally moveable about said hinge, between said open and said closed positions;a display mounted on the outside surface of the door, said display comprising a latch wherein said latch is biased into engagement with said door and extends from said outside of the door toward said inside of the door and is releasable only upon access to said inside of the door; anda lock interconnecting the door and the base to limit access to said inside of the door.