Abstract: A coin storage and changing mechanism having a front panel with a message screen thereon and coin changing mechanism mounted to telescoping supports that allow the coin changing mechanism and front panel to be moved out of the cabinet. The coin mechanism and front panel are connected by a hinge to the telescoping supports so that the panel can be pivoted to the side adjacent a coin mechanism control panel so that the serviceman can see the control panel and message screen side-by-side. A coin storage tray is provided in the bottom of the cabinet and has an arcuate deflector for receiving coins from the coin mechanism and directing them toward the back of the tray for storage.

Abstract: A table-top coffee vending machine providing slide-out storage containers for easy filling and removal, a compact fast acting coffee brewing system and a filter paper cutting and storage system. A plurality of storage containers for ground coffee, hot chocolate ingredient and condiment are provided in a rack system that allows the group of containers to be slid out of the machine cabinet on telescoping rails to allow easy filling and removal of the containers. The brewing method includes simultaneously supplying water and coffee grounds to a brewer, stopping the supply of both, allowing the mixture to steep and then beginning to remove the mixture from the brewer while reinitiating the supply of water to the brewer for a sufficient time to supply a complete cup of coffee at a cup station. The filter paper cutter cuts lengths of paper from a continuous supply of filter paper after it is used in the brewer to filter the coffee.