How do I use the Lending Machine?

To check items out of the Lending Machine:

  1. Visit the Lending Machine available any time 24/7 located outside the lower entrance of the Ridge Recreation Center building at 6613 S. Ward St., Littleton, CO 80127.
  2. Tap Touch to Start on the Lending Machine screen.
  3. Use the screen to search for an item. Browse the items currently available, or search for a specific Author or Title. Select, by tapping, the item you are interested in and touch Check Out.
  4. Scan or type your JCPL card number.
  5. The machine will retrieve your item, the door below the screen will open and your item will be there. The process can take 30 - 60 seconds per item.
  6. It will ask you if you would like to check out another item. If you do, tap yes and follow steps 3 - 6 above. If you don't, tap no.
  7. If we have your email address in your account, your receipt will be sent to you. You must visit a JCPL location to add an email address to your account. There also is an option to print a receipt.

To return items to the Lending Machine:

There is a Returns Bin onsite, located next to the Ridge Rec Center Holds Locker and Lending Machine. Any library items checked out from any location can be returned any time 24/7. You can also return Lending Machine items to any location.