What is the purpose of the 'Collateral Security Deposit' for an Aplus franchise, and where is it described in the agreement?

to Franchisor through a method that Franchisor approves.

3.3. Minimum Monthly Royalty Fee

If the Royalty Fee paid to Franchisor is less than the respective minimum monthly royalty fee ("Minimum Monthly Royalty Fee") as described in Attachment 1, then Franchisee shall pay to Franchisor the difference between monthly Royalty Fee and the respective Minimum Monthly Royalty Fee, payable at the same time and in the same manner as the Royalty Fee.

3.4. Collateral Security Deposit

Prior to the opening of the Store, you shall deposit with us cash collateral in the amount stated in Attachment 1 ("Collateral Security Deposit"). The Collateral Security Deposit shall be held by Sunoco as one general, continuing, collateral security for the discharge and payment of the whole, or any part of any present, past, or future obligation indebtedness, or liability of you to Sunoco. You agree to enter into any additional financing statements, security agreement, or other documents deemed necessary by Sunoco. Further:

• 3.4.1. You shall pay to Sunoco a Collateral Security Deposit in an amount determined by Sunoco and no less than Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000) or another amount stated in Attachment 1, which is due and payable prior to the opening of the APLUS Store. Sunoco, at its sole discretion, may, prior to the opening of the store and/or at any time during the contractual period require a larger Collateral Security Deposit, or other additional security, and also require that you execute and deliver additional and updated financing statements, security agreements or other documents.
• 3.4.2. You represent that all money deposited herein, is and/or shall be free and discharged of all third party claims, assignments, trust and legal processes.
• 3.4.3. You shall pay to Sunoco any indebtedness or balance of indebtedness whatsoever which you owe to Sunoco by

Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 68–302)