Can dispensing unit for spiral vendor

摘要

An auxiliary can dispensing unit (30) for use in vending machine (2) comprises an inclined track (32). Pivotal control member (62) at the discharge end (34) of track (32) dispenses a single can (42) at a time. Pivotal control member (62) is actuated by a cam (78) and connecting rod (98) which are releasably secured to the output shaft (20) of a motor. The inclined track (32) is releasably contained in dispensing channel (10) of vending machine (2) and is meant to replace the helical coil (14) normally used therein.