How Does SnackMiser™ Work?
SnackMiser™ uses a PIR sensor to determine if there is anyone within 25 feet of the machine. SnackMiser™ waits for 15 minutes of vacancy and then powers off the snack machine. If a customer approaches the snack machine while powered down, SnackMiser™ will sense the person’s presence and power up immediately.

Will SnackMiser™ affect the lifetime of the lights in my machine?
The replacement frequency of the fluorescent lamps will be reduced. While it is true that power cycling fluorescent lamps will shorten their life, the hours that the machine is powered down greatly exceeds this reduction in burn hours. The net effect is that the lamps will need replacement less often.

Are there any locations not appropriate for SnackMiser™?
A machine in a location that is occupied 24-hours, 7 days a week will likely generate little savings.

Is the SnackMiser™ easy to install?
Yes. The SnackMiser™ can be installed on the wall with the supplied bracket holder or it can be attached to the snack machine using the new Easy-Install system. Because many SnackMisers™ are installed with a VendingMiser®, sensor installation might not even be needed.

Are there any locations not appropriate for VendingMiser®?
VendingMiser’s® savings are generated as a result of location vacancy. Therefore, a machine in a location that is occupied 24-hours, 7 days a week will likely generate little savings. Our VM2IQ is more appropriate for this type of location and will typically save up to 35% energy use.