Why use a register in the fi rst place? Keep money in a secure location Calculations are faster and more

accurate than doing them on paper or in your head. Reporting options allow you to

quickly track fi nancial information Greater accountability from staff

What is the price difference? Tighter control of transactions

means fewer mistakes and less theft potential You could rent a typical register

more than 6 times before purchasing would become a similar investment

Does the number of registers matter? Renting machines becomes much

more economical than purchasing in bulk. Purchasing requires fi nding space

to store all the registers when not in use. American Metro has the largest

rental inventory in the country.

How long can rentals last? There is no long-term contract with

American Metro. You only pay for the equipment for the days you need it. Return the equipment when you’re

done and free up storage space required if you had purchased.

What about repeated events? Whether you buy or rent for

repeated events depends on the frequency. The more often the event, the more likely purchasing will be the way to go. There are additional questions that

come into play on what to do with equipment between uses.

What about storage? Finding a place to stash your

registers in between uses requires extra room. While the registers are stored and

unplugged, the internal battery slowly drains. If the battery drains completely, the programming and sales data get wiped out. To keep this from happening, they should be plugged in for 24 hours after 3 months (or every month is recommended)

What maintenance is involved? Maintaining your register is pretty

simple. Keep surfaces clean, especially near moving parts. Keep moisture and debris out of the

printer. A can of compressed air is great for cleaning tight spaces. Rental machines are continually

cleaned and checked to be in working order

Should I rent or buy a cash register?If you have been thinking about getting a cash register, you may have questions. We work with businesses looking for a permanent solution and those who only need a system for a short term event. Based on years of experience, we have compiled a list of the top questions used to determine whether renting a cash register is right for your business.

Is programming a cash register complicated? Renting from American Metro

means you get the register pre-programmed, ready to plug in and use. Our support staff can assist you

with any additions or changes in the fi eld through a direct phone call or easy to follow documented instructions

How long does it take to learn? Training sessions and/or

documentation is included Learn the essentials in under 5

minutes The American Metro support staff

is available 24/7 for questions

What if I want to accept credit cards? Several models can have an

integrated credit card component Stand beside terminals are

available to work with or independently from a cash register.

How do I keep up with changes in technology? Point of sale technology has

changed a lot in the last few years. Our commercial grade registers

are built to last and software can be easily upgraded on purchases. Rental equipment is continually

upgraded, so you always have access to current technology

Is installation and setup complicated? Many point of sale systems are

ready to use by simply plugging them in. Detailed setup instructions

accompany rentals that use multiple components (such as scanners, credit card systems, etc.)

Am I limited by what other equipment I can attach?

Both rental and purchased equipment have access to any point of sale peripheral you can think of; scanners, printers, customer displays, price checkers, etc.

What if I’m still looking at options? Is there a trial period?

Renting is a great way to try out equipment before committing to a major purchase. We provide consulting on

purchases to help fi nd a system that does all the things you need it to do.

Is there an option to buy rental equipment if I want to keep it?

Get familiar with the equipment with no long term contract. Rent-to-own options are available

should you decide to keep using the equipment.

American Metro 609 West County Road E Phone 651-645-2004Shoreview, MN 55126 Fax 651-645-9766www.americanmetro.com Toll Free 888-645-4876

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