The 8685-2FG is the free-vend compact air machine - push-button start, no coin mechanism, no cash to collect. Several states require fuel retailers to offer free air, and this is the machine for that requirement.
What This Model Suits
Fuel sites offering air as a customer service rather than a revenue line, and states where free air is a legal requirement. Removing the coin mechanism also removes cash collection and the maintenance that comes with it. The 8685-2G is the coin-operated equivalent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the 8685-2FG take payment?
No. It starts on a push button with no coin mechanism fitted.
Why choose free air over coin operation?
Free air draws traffic toward fuel and the store, and removes cash handling entirely. Coin operation makes air a revenue line in its own right. Requirements vary by state, so check local rules before deciding.
Does a free-vend machine need less maintenance?
Generally yes, since there is no coin mechanism to jam or cash box to service. The compressor and hose still need the same attention.
