A vending machine, meter or gaming machine crediting method and a device for implementing the method is disclosed. The device provides non-punch-through behavior and enhanced current conduction capability. One section of the lid can rest against a heel which is provided close to an upper edge of the skirt so as to lock the lid in a position in which the device is completely open. In addition, the recovery block is configured to initiate at least one recovery-related action in respect of at least one of the resources in case the received information andor derivative thereof meets a certain criterion.