ADC AD-190 User manual

AD-190 / ADG-190DR
ML-190 / MLG-190DR
Installation Manual
Phase 7 / F.S.S. – Gas – DSI / Steam / Dual Timer
ADC Part No. 113354 -23
American Dryer Corporation
88 Currant Road, Fall River MA 02720-4781 USA
Telephone: [phone] / Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected] / www.adclaundry.com
AVERTISSEMENT:
RISQUE D’INCENDIE OU D’EXPLOSION
Le non-respect des avertissements de
sécurité pourrait entraîner des blessures
graves, la mort ou des dommages
matériels.
– N’entreposer pas et n’utilisez pas
d’essence ni d’autres vapeurs ou
liquides inflammables dans le voisinage
de cet appareil ou de tout autre appareil.
– QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE
ODEUR DE GAZ
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●Ne tentez pas d’allumer d’appareil.
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●Ne touchez à aucun interrupteur. Ne
vous servez pas des téléphones se
trouvant dans le bâtiment où vous
vous trouvez.
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●Évacuez la pièce, le bâtiment ou la zone.
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●Appelez immédiatement votre
fournisseur de gaz depuis un voisin.
Suivez les instructions du fournisseur.
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●Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le
fournisseur de gaz, appelez le service
des incendies.
– L’installation et l’entretien doivent être
assurés par un installateur ou un service
d’entretien qualifié ou par le fournisseur
de gaz.
WARNING:
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly
could result in serious injury, death or
property damage.
– Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
– WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
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●Do not try to light any appliances.
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●Do not touch any electrical switch;
do not use any phone in your
building.
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●Clear the room, building or area of
all occupants.
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●Immediately call your gas supplier
from a neighbor’s phone. Follow
the gas supplier’s instructions.
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●If you cannot reach your gas
supplier, call the fire department.
– Installation and service must be
performed by a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
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We have tried to make this manual as complete as possible and hope you will find it useful. ADC reserves the right to
make changes from time to time, without notice or obligation, in prices, specifications, colors, and material, and to
change or discontinue models. The illustrations included in this manual may not depict your particular dryer exactly.
IMPORTANT
For your convenience, log the following information:
DATE OF PURCHASE _________________________________________________________ MODEL NO. ______________
RESELLER’S NAME ___________________________________________________________________________________
SERIAL NUMBER(S) ___________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Replacement parts can be obtained from your reseller or the ADC factory. When ordering replacement parts from the
factory, you can FAX your order to ADC at [phone] or telephone your order directly to the ADC Parts
Department at [phone]. Please specify the dryer model number and serial number in addition to the description
and part number, so that your order is processed accurately and promptly.
These instructions are only valid if the following country code is on the appliance… If this code is not present on the
appliance, it is necessary to refer to the technical instructions which will provide the necessary information concerning
the modification of the appliance to the condition of use for the country.
In accordance with EN ISO 3166-1, the names of countries shall be represented by the following codes:
GB United Kingdom
IE Ireland
Retain This Manual in a Safe Place for Future Reference
American Dryer Corporation products embody advanced concepts in engineering, design, and safety. If
this product is properly maintained, it will provide many years of safe, efficient, and trouble free operation.
Only qualified technicians should service this equipment.
OBSERVE ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS displayed on the equipment or specified in the installation
manual included with the dryer.
The following “FOR YOUR SAFETY CAUTION” must be posted near the dryer in a prominent location.
“IMPORTANT NOTE TO PURCHASER”
Information must be obtained from your local gas supplier on the
instructions to be followed if the user smells gas. These instructions
must be posted in a prominent location near the dryer.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline
or other flammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
POUR VOTRE SÉCURITÉ
Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d’essence
ni d’autres vapeurs ou liquides
inflammables à proximité de cet appareil
ou de tout autre appareil.

IMPORTANT
YOUMUSTDISCONNECTANDLOCKOUTTHEELECTRICSUPPLYANDTHEGAS
SUPPLY OR THE STEAM SUPPLY BEFORE ANY COVERS OR GUARDS ARE
REMOVEDFROMTHEMACHINETOALLOWACCESSFORCLEANING,ADJUSTING,
INSTALLATION,ORTESTINGOFANYEQUIPMENTPEROSHA(OccupationalSafetyand
HealthAdministration) STANDARDS.
WARNING
CHILDRENSHOULDNOTBEALLOWEDTOPLAYONORNEARTHEDRYER(S).
CHILDRENSHOULDBESUPERVISEDIFNEARDRYERSINOPERATION.
CAUTION
DRYERSSHOULDNEVERBELEFTUNATTENDEDWHILEINOPERATION.
Caution: Label all wires prior to
disconnection when servicing
controls.Wiring errorscan cause
improper operation.
Attention:Au moment de l’entretien des commandes,
étiquetez tous les fils avant de les débrancher. Des
erreursdecâblagepeuvententraînerunfonctionnement
inadéquat.
FORYOURSAFETY
DONOTDRYMOPHEADSINTHEDRYER.
DONOTUSEDRYERINTHEPRESENCEOFDRYCLEANINGFUMES.
In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply:
■Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber,
or gas fitter qualified or licensed by the State of Massachusetts.
■Acceptable Shut-off Devices: Gas Cocks and Ball Valves installed for use shall be
listed.
■A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 4 feet (121.9 cm).

IMPORTANT
PLEASE OBSERVEALLSAFETY PRECAUTIONS displayed on the equipment and/or
specified in the installation manual included with the dryer.
Dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water or weather.
The wiring diagram for the dryer is located in the front electrical control box area.
IMPORTANT
Dryermustbeinstalled in alocation/environment,whichthe ambient temperatureremains
between 40° F (4.44° C) and 130° F (54.44° C).
WARNING
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should the dryer door switches, the lint drawer switch,
or the heat safety circuit ever be disabled.
DONOTMODIFYTHISAPPLIANCE.
Thedryer mustneverbe operatedwithany oftheback guards,outertops, orservicepanels
removed. PERSONALINJURYORFIRECOULDRESULT.
DRYER MUST NEVER BE OPERATED WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER/SCREEN IN
PLACE,EVENIFANEXTERNALLINTCOLLECTIONSYSTEMISUSED.
If a hi-limit switch trips (burner or exhaust), a service call is required to investigate the
reason and resolve the issue.

Table of Contents
SECTION I
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ......................................................................................................................................2
SECTION II
SPECIFICATIONS / COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION...............................................................................5
A. 190 Specifications.................................................................................................................................................5
B. 190DR Specifications ...........................................................................................................................................8
C. 190 (AGA) Specifications ....................................................................................................................................8
D. Component Identification ...................................................................................................................................10
SECTION III
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES ..................................................................................................................... 12
A. Location Requirements .......................................................................................................................................12
B. Unpacking / Setting Up ......................................................................................................................................13
C. Dryer Enclosure Requirements ..........................................................................................................................15
D. Fresh Air Supply Requirements .........................................................................................................................16
E. Exhaust Requirements ........................................................................................................................................17
F. Electrical Information .........................................................................................................................................23
G. Gas Information..................................................................................................................................................27
H. Steam Information ..............................................................................................................................................31
I. Preparation for Operation / Start-Up .................................................................................................................35
J. Preoperational Test .............................................................................................................................................36
K. Preoperational Instructions .................................................................................................................................38
L. Compressed Air Requirements ...........................................................................................................................39
M. Shutdown Instructions .......................................................................................................................................40
SECTION IV
SERVICE / PARTS INFORMATION ................................................................................................................ 41
A. Service.................................................................................................................................................................41
B. Parts ....................................................................................................................................................................41
SECTION V
WARRANTY INFORMATION .......................................................................................................................... 42
A. Returning Warranty Cards..................................................................................................................................42
B. Warranty ..............................................................................................................................................................42
C. Returning Warranty Parts ...................................................................................................................................42
SECTION VI
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................. 44
A. Cleaning ...............................................................................................................................................................44
B. Adjustments ........................................................................................................................................................46
C. Lubrication ..........................................................................................................................................................46
SECTION VII
DATA LABEL INFORMATION ........................................................................................................................ 47
SECTION VIII
PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS .......................... 48
SECTION IX
MANUAL RESET BURNER HI-LIMIT INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................................... 50
SECTION X
FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM (F.S.S.) ........................................................................................................... 51

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SECTIONI
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Foryoursafety,theinformationinthismanualmustbefollowed tominimizetheriskof
fireorexplosionor to prevent propertydamage,personalinjury,or loss oflife.
WARNING: The dryer must neverbeoperated with any oftheback guards, outer tops, or
servicepanels removed. PERSONALINJURYOR FIRE COULD RESULT.
1. DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
2. DO NOT spray aerosols in the vicinity of this appliance while it is in operation.
3. Purchaser/user should consult the local gas supplier for proper instructions to be followed in the event the
user smells gas. The instructions should be posted in a prominent location.
4. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
a. DO NOT try to light any appliance.
b. DO NOT touch any electrical switch.
c. DO NOT use any phone in your building.
d. Clear the room, building, or area of ALLoccupants.
e. Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
f. If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
5. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or gas supplier.
6. Dryer(s) must be exhausted to the outdoors.
7. Although ADC produces a very versatile dryer, there are some articles that, due to fabric composition or
cleaning method, should not be dried in it.
WARNING: Dry only water washed fabrics. DO NOTdry articles spotted orwashed indry
cleaningsolvents,acombustible detergent,industrialchemicals,or“allpurpose”cleaner.
EXPLOSIONCOULDRESULT.
WARNING: DONOTdry ragsor articlescoated or contaminatedwith gasoline, kerosene,oil,paint,
orwax. EXPLOSION COULDRESULT.
WARNING: DONOTdrymop heads. Contamination bywax or flammablesolventswill create a
firehazard.

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WARNING: DONOTuseheatfor dryingarticlesthat containplastic,foam, spongerubber,or
similarlytexturedrubberlike materials. Dryinginaheatedtumblermaydamageplastics
orrubber andmay bea firehazard.
8. The possible presence of residual quantities of aggressive or decomposed chemicals in the load may produce
damage to the machine and harmful fumes.
9. A program should beestablished for the inspection and cleaning of lint in the burner area, exhaust ductwork,
and area around the back of the dryer. The frequency of inspection and cleaning can best be determined
from experience at each location.
WARNING: Thecollectionoflint in the burnerareaandexhaustductwork can create apotentialfire
hazard.
10. For personal safety, the dryer must beelectrically grounded in accordance with local codes and/or National
Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70, or in Canada, Canadian Electric Code CSA C22.1.
NOTE: FailuretoelectricallygroundthedryerproperlywillVOIDTHEWARRANTY.
11. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should the dryer door switches, the lint drawer switch, or the heat
safety circuit ever be disabled.
WARNING: PERSONALINJURYORFIRECOULD RESULTSHOULDTHEDRYER
DOORSWITCHES,THELINTDRAWERSWITCH,ORTHEHEATSAFETY
CIRCUITEVER BEDISABLED.
12. This dryer is not to be used in the presence of dry cleaning solvents or fumes.
13. Remove articles from the dryer as soon as the drying cycle has been completed.
WARNING: Articlesleftinthedryerafterthedryingand cooling cycles have been completed can
createa fire hazard.
14. READ AND FOLLOW ALL CAUTION AND DIRECTION LABELS ATTACHED TO THE
DRYER.
15. For safety, proper operation, and optimum performance, the dryer must not be operated with a load less
than sixty-six percent (66%), 125 lb (56.69 kg) of its rated capacity.
WARNING: YOUMUSTDISCONNECTANDLOCKOUTTHEELECTRICSUPPLYAND
THEGASSUPPLYORTHESTEAM SUPPLYBEFOREANYCOVERSOR
GUARDSARE REMOVED FROMTHE MACHINETOALLOWACCESS
FORCLEANING,ADJUSTING,INSTALLATION, ORTESTINGOFANY
EQUIPMENTPEROSHA(OccupationalSafetyandHealthAdministration)
STANDARDS.
IMPORTANT: Dryer mustbe installedin alocation/environment, whichthe ambient
temperatureremains between40°F (4.44°C)and 130° F(54.44° C).

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WARNING: Disconnectpowerbeforeresettingthehi-limit. Thehi-limitislocatedontheleftsideof
theburner box,looking at the burner from the back of the dryer. Pressand releaseand
thehi-limitwillreset.
CE ONLY
IMPORTANT: Thisappliancemustonlybeinstalled and operated inthecountryofdestination
indicatedon the dryer’s dataplate. If the applianceis tobe installed andoperated ina
countryotherthan theoneindicated on thedata plate, adata plate amendmentmust
beobtainedfromAmerican Dryer Corporation.
IEC335 applies.
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MAXIMUM CAPACITY (DRY WEIGHT) 190 lb 86.18 kg
TUMBLER DIAMETER 55-5/8” 141.29 cm
TUMBLER DEPTH 43-1/2” 110.49 cm
TUMBLER VOLUME 61.20 cu ft 1732.99 L
TUMBLER / DRIVE MOTOR 3 hp 2.24 kW
BLOWER / FAN MOTOR 7-1/2 hp 5.59 kW
DOOR OPENING (DIAMETER) 31-3/8 ” 79.71 cm
DOOR SILL HEIGHT 36 ” 91.44 cm
WATER CONNECTION 3/4”-11.5 NH
DRYERS PER 20’/40’ CONTAINER 3 / 7
DRYERS PER 48’/53’ TRUCK 8 / 8
VOLTAGE AVAILABLE 208-575v 3ø 3,4w 50/60 Hz
APPROX. NET WEIGHT 2,100 lb 952.54 kg
APPROX. SHIPPING WEIGHT 2,166 lb 982.48 kg
AIRFLOW
50/60 Hz
4,200 cfm 118.9 cmm
HEAT INPUT 590,000 Btu/hr 148,678 kcal/hr
EXHAUST CONNECTION (DIAMETER) 20” 50.80 cm
COMPRESSED AIR CONNECTION 1 /4” Qui c k C o nne c ti on
COMPRESSED AIR VOLUME 4.25 cfh 0.12 cmh
INLET PIPE CONNECTION 1-1/2” F.N.P.T.
VOLTAGE AVAILABLE
N / A
APPROX. NET WEIGHT
APPROX. SHIPPING WEIGHT
AIRFLOW
EXHAUST CONNECTION (DIAMETER)
COMPRESSED AIR CONNECTION
COMPRESSED AIR VOLUME
OVEN SIZE
kW Btu/hr kcal/hr
VOLTAGE AVAILABLE 208-575v 3ø 3,4w 50/60 Hz
APPROX. NET WEIGHT 2,349 lb 1,065.49 kg
APPROX. SHIPPING WEIGHT 2,515 lb 1,140.78 kg
AIRFLOW
50/60 Hz
4,400 cfm 124.59 cmm
STEAM CONSUMPTION 540 lb/hr 245 kg/hr
OPERATING STEAM PRESSURE 125 psi max 8.62 bar
EXHAUST CONNECTION (DIAMETER) 20” 50.80 cm
COMPRESSED AIR CONNECTION 1 /4” Qui c k C o nne c ti on
COMPRESSED AIR VOLUME 4.25 cfh 0.12 cmh
BOILER HP (NORMAL LOAD) 14.5 Bhp
SUPPLY CONNECTION (1) 1-1/2” N.P.T.
(Female)
RETURN CONNECTION (1 ) 1-1 /2” N.P.T. (Female)
IMPORTANT: Dryer requires a clean, dry and regulated 80 PSI +/- 10 PSI (5.51 bar +/- 0.68 bar)
airsupply.
NOTE: ADCreserves the right tomakechangesinspecificationsatanytimewithoutnoticeor
obligation.
SECTIONII
SPECIFICATIONS/COMPONENTIDENTIFICATION
A. 190 SPECIFICATIONS
GAS
STEAM ELECTRIC
Shaded areas are stated in metric equivalents 1/6/15

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NOTE: ADCreserves the right tomakechangesinspecificationsatanytimewithoutnoticeor
obligation.
190 SPECIFICATIONS