If the machines are placed in public , what theft prevention are used to avoid the machine disappearing?
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The base and post are steel. Tack weld or glue the base and machine ro each other then secure base to floor with bolts.
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Hi Edward, thanks for your question.I personally have never had a problem with a machine disappearing. Once assembled the machine is bulky, heavy and hard to handle, especially if someone were trying to hurry and "sneak away" with it.I would recommend placing machines in locations where you know the store owner (if possible).I would also recommend putting a security and liability clause into your contract with the location owner.And, my final recommendation is to carry insurance on your inventory and to check in on your machines regularly and often.Thanks again for your question. Please let me know if I can be of any further assistance. Hi Edward, thanks for your question.I personally have never had a problem with a machine disappearing. Once assembled the machine is bulky, heavy and hard to handle, especially if someone were trying to hurry and "sneak away" with it.I would recommend placing machines in locations where you know the store owner (if possible).I would also recommend putting a security and liability clause into your contract with the location owner.And, my final recommendation is to carry insurance on your inventory and to check in on your machines... » Read More Hi Edward, thanks for your question.I personally have never had a problem with a machine disappearing. Once assembled the machine is bulky, heavy and hard to handle, especially if someone were trying to hurry and "sneak away" with it.I would recommend placing machines in locations where you know the store owner (if possible).I would also recommend putting a security and liability clause into your contract with the location owner.And, my final recommendation is to carry insurance on your inventory and to check in on your machines regularly and often.Thanks again for your question. Please let me know if I can be of any further assistance. « Show Less
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They are in plain sight, inside a business. When the business is closed, we set security system.
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Hi Edward, thanks for your question. I personally have never had a problem with a machine disappearing. Once assembled the machine is bulky, heavy and hard to handle, especially if someone were trying to hurry and "sneak away" with it. I would recommend placing machines in locations where you know the store owner (if possible). I would also recommend putting a security and liability clause into your contract with the location owner. And, my final recommendation is to carry insurance on your inventory and to check in on your machines regularly and often. Thanks again for your question. Please let me know if I can be of any further assistance.
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Whatever theft prevention you can think of because anyone who can lift 45 pounds can walk right off with it.
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The machine is very quiet and I seriously doubt your neighbors would hear you. They are more likely to hear you walking to the machine than using it. Hope this helps.
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I have had no problems with mine getting stolen, leave it on my bike 24/7 and ride my bike everyday. However if you were worried about it you can take it off with a screwdriver and break it down to store elsewhere. Not sure how many people are walking around with tools to take it off your bike though. Hope this helped.
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The lock is a deterrent, but won't stop a thief with a bolt cutter. It is meant to keep prying eyes easy access to your stuff, but a determined thief will be able to compromise this lock.
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Just make sure you hide it properly. The element of surprise will usually catch a person and move away. There's a magnet on the alarm it sticks pretty good if not use those gray packing tape.
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Lift the left front of machine and pull out. You will then see a hidden button on the back of the machine.
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Theft is not a huge concern in our area. It can be locked and we have it secured to the ground and against our block wall in the backyard but more for the elements. It is a very heavy duty tent and would require some serious maneuvering and cutting. We have three bikes and yard tools in it.
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The machine can be peddled backwards but I am not sure about the electronic info. I don't pay attention.
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I hope you're asking as the potentially robbed, and not as the potential thief! However, my theory is to lock every single thing I leave in the room, and at least I can frustrate the impulsive thief, the one that can't resist an opportunity. I think there are more of those than the plan-ahead thief who breaks in with the plan to steal something specific. Of course, light items like backpacks and briefcases can just be carried out. I'll usually lock my backpack and then leave it inside my suitcase which is also locked. Some hotels have large enough safes to stash a small laptop or spare cash. I must say - there is so much security these days that I'm not sure it's worth it to worry. Be prepared, and usually you'll be happy with the results. And bolt cutters can thwart any lock, zipper, or clasp.
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put it inside the fence, use padlocks in addition to / instead of the bolts, use security nuts & bolts (require special tools - normal hex won't fit), tack weld the nuts to the bolts (makes it tough for you to remove them too, though), add a security camera (even a decoy camera might discourage a petty thief)
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I had mine come to my job, because now days they just leave them at door.. Good way to get stolen!!
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always put the paper coin holders in the machine before inserting coins. This is a great machine1
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Love the cover, but there is nothing built in to prevent theft. Hope this helps!
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I don't think it matters that much. Any device like this when installed properly will certainly deter an easy bike theft. And that is what counts.
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Someone else commented that it takes alot to remove this and I agree. Anyone trying to take this will be spending a bit of time trying to remove it. As suggested, tamper proof nuts would seem like a good way to go. A long shank padlock would probably fit over the crossbars and rack and lock it on too.
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A thief can, if they are thinking clearly, after the alarms gives them an earful. If not, like most, they'll likely take off running. Or maybe they'll just burn the place down which no alarm can prevent. For the money this is a nice product. Though I am only using as a door chime.
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I have a cable that I place around both bikes and the bike rack and attach it to the car with a lock. When the bikes are off the rack, the cable secures the rack. It could still be stolen, but somebody would have to work at it. Most crooks just want a snatch and grab.