# 3.2 Shift Start

To process transactions in the PARCS, you must be logged onto the system. At the beginning of your shift, log on and enter the cash float in the drawer.

## 3.2.1 Logging On to a Main Shift

The Log-on screen appears when the system starts, or after Shift Closure. If it does not appear, see your supervisor.

### How to Log on

1. Select your user name from the Name list.
2. Enter the 4–25 digit PIN-code in Password (displayed as asterisks).
3. Select Language if not already selected.
4. Select Operator if not already selected.
5. Complete log on: press `Enter` / select OK.
6. The Pay Station screen opens, ready for the next transaction.

Entering an incorrect PIN code for the specified user more than three times will lock you out of the system for one hour.

## 3.2.2 Main Shift Breaks

To take a break and lock the Pay Station, select the Lock icon (top right). The Unlock screen appears.

### How to Log Off the Main Shift on Break

1. Ensure Action is set to “Log Off”.
2. Press `Enter` / select OK.
3. Log On screen opens for the next operator.

### How to Unlock the Main Shift on Break

1. Set Action to “Unlock”.
2. Enter PIN-code in Password.
3. Press `Enter` / select OK.
4. Pay Station screen opens.

If Administration overrides are not set up or the user lacks authorization, an error message will appear.

## Logging On to a Relief Shift

A Relief Cashier can temporarily log on (with a second cash drawer, if configured).

1. Set Action to “Change of Shift”.
2. Select your name from Name list.
3. Enter PIN-code.
4. Press `Enter` / select OK.
5. Pay Station opens ready for transactions.

## 3.2.3 Entering a Shift Float

Enter the cash drawer float so totals are accurate.

1. Select Inpayment (INPMT).
2. Enter float amount in Amount.
3. Enter comment in Remarks (e.g., “Float”).
4. Choose predefined Action if needed.
5. Press `Enter` / select OK.
6. A receipt may print if configured.

Leave the Check fields blank. Any number there will change the float amount.