Alliance Laundry Systems LES37A*F Troubleshooting guide

Installation/Operation
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Home Laundry
Automatic
Clothes Dryers
Part No. 510988R2
June 2007
Keep These Instructions for Future Reference.
(If this machine changes ownership, this manual must accompany machine.)
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• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
• Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer or service agency. W257
FOR YOUR SAFETY, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of
fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or death. W033
WARNING

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All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any
means without the expressed written consent of the publisher.
Table of
Contents
Replacement Parts .............................................................................. 9
Safety Information.............................................................................. 11
Explanation of Safety Messages........................................................... 11
Important Safety Instructions ............................................................... 11
Installation........................................................................................... 13
Roughing In Dimensions ...................................................................... 13
Tools ..................................................................................................... 14
Installing the Dryer ............................................................................... 14
Step 1: Position and Level the Dryer ............................................... 14
Step 2: Connect Dryer Exhaust System ........................................... 15
Step 3: Connect Electrical Cord....................................................... 16
Step 4: Wipe Out Inside of Dryer .................................................... 16
Step 5: Connect the Dryer to Electrical Power ................................ 16
Heat Source Check ............................................................................... 16
Reversing Door Procedure.................................................................... 17
Electrical Requirements........................................................................ 18
240 Volt, 60 Hertz, 2-Wire
Plus Grounded (Earth) Wire Installation........................................ 18
240 Volt, 60 Hertz, 3-Wire .............................................................. 20
Location Requirements......................................................................... 22
Dryer Exhaust Requirements................................................................ 23
Exhaust System Materials................................................................ 23
Make-Up Air Requirements............................................................. 23
Exhaust Direction............................................................................. 23
Exhaust System................................................................................ 24
Dryer Airflow................................................................................... 25
Operation............................................................................................. 27
Before Drying ....................................................................................... 27
Energy Saving Tips.......................................................................... 27
Helps and Hints................................................................................ 27
Load ................................................................................................. 27
Available Drying Cycles....................................................................... 28
Automatic Regular/Delicate Cycle .................................................. 28
Time Dry Cycle................................................................................ 28
Automatic Permanent Press/Knits Cycle ......................................... 28
To Dry Clothes ..................................................................................... 29
End of Cycle Signal ......................................................................... 30
Optional Equipment ......................................................................... 30
Maintenance ........................................................................................ 31
Care of Your Dryer............................................................................... 31
Dryer Interior ................................................................................... 31
Cabinet ............................................................................................. 31
Control Panel ................................................................................... 31
Exhaust System................................................................................ 31

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Motor Overload Protector..................................................................... 32
Lint Filter .............................................................................................. 32
Before You Call for Service ................................................................. 33
If Service Is Required ........................................................................... 34
Information for Handy Reference......................................................... 35

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Replacement Parts
If replacement parts are required, contact the source
from which you purchased your dryer or contact:
Alliance Laundry Systems
Shepard Street
P.O . Bo x 99 0
Ripon, WI 54971-0990
U.S.A.
Phone: [phone]
for the name and address of the nearest authorized
parts distributor.

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Safety Information
Explanation of Safety Messages
Throughout this manual and on machine decals, you
will find precautionary statements (“DANGER,”
“WARNING,” and “CAUTION”) followed by specific
instructions. These precautions are intended for the
personal safety of the operator, user, servicer, and
those maintaining the machine.
Additional precautionary statements (“IMPORTANT”
and “NOTE”) are followed by specific instructions.
IMPORTANT: The word “IMPORTANT” is used
to inform the reader of specific procedures where
minor machine damage will occur if the procedure
is not followed.
NOTE: The word “NOTE” is used to communicate
installation, operation, maintenance or servicing
information that is important but not hazard
related.
Important Safety Instructions
Save These Instructions
1. Read all instructions before using the dryer.
2. Refer to the GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS in
the INSTALLATION manual for the proper
grounding of the dryer.
3. Do not dry articles that have been previously
cleaned in, soaked in, washed in, or spotted with
gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable
or explosive substances as they give off vapors
that could ignite or explode.
4. Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer.
Close supervision of children is necessary when
the dryer is used near children. This is a safety
rule for all appliances.
5. Before the dryer is removed from service or
discarded, remove the door to the drying
compartment.
6. Do not reach into the dryer if the cylinder is
revolving.
7. Do not install or store the dryer where it will be
exposed to the water and/or weather.
8. Do not tamper with the controls.
9. Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer, or
attempt any servicing unless specifically
recommended in the User-Maintenance
Instructions or in published user-repair
instructions that you understand and have the
skills to carry out.
10. Do not use fabric softeners or products to
eliminate static unless recommended by the
manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.
11. To reduce the risk of fire, DO NOT DRY plastics
or articles containing foam rubber or similarly
textured rubberlike materials.
Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, will cause
severe personal injury or death.
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could cause severe personal
injury or death.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, may cause minor or moderate
personal injury or property damage.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
or injury to persons when using your
dryer, follow these basic precautions: W034
WARNING

Safety Information
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12. Always clean the lint filter after every load. A
layer of lint in the filter reduces drying efficiency
and prolongs drying time.
13. Keep area around the exhaust opening and
adjacent surrounding area free from the
accumulation of lint, dust and dirt.
14. The interior of the dryer and the exhaust duct
should be cleaned periodically by qualified
service personnel.
15. Dryer will not operate with the loading door
open. DO NOT by-pass the door safety switch by
permitting the dryer to operate with the door
open. The dryer will stop tumbling when the door
is opened. Do not use the dryer if it does not stop
tumbling when the door is opened or starts
tumbling without pressing or turning the START
mechanism. Remove the dryer from use and call
the service person.
16. Do not put articles soiled with vegetable or
cooking oil in the dryer, as these oils may not be
removed during washing. Due to the remaining
oil, the fabric may catch on fire by itself.
17. To reduce the risk of fire, DO NOT put clothes
which have traces of any flammable substances
such as machine oil, flammable chemicals,
thinner, etc., or anything containing wax or
chemicals such as in mops and cleaning cloths, or
anything dry-cleaned at home with dry-cleaning
solvent in the dryer.
18. Use the dryer only for its intended purpose,
drying clothes.
19. Always disconnect the electrical power to the
dryer before attempting service. Disconnect the
power cord by grasping the plug, not the cord.
20. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by a special cord or assembly available from the
manufacturer or its service agent.
21. Install this dryer according to the
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. All
connections for electrical power and grounding
must comply with local codes and be made by
licensed personnel when required. Do not do it
yourself unless you know how!
22. Remove laundry immediately after the dryer
stops.
23. Always read and follow manufacturer’s
instructions on packages of laundry and cleaning
aids. Heed all warnings or precautions. To reduce
the risk of poisoning or chemical burns, keep
them out of reach of children at all times
(preferably in a locked cabinet).
24. Do not tumble fiberglass curtains and draperies
unless the label says it can be done. If they are
dried, wipe out the cylinder with a damp cloth to
remove particles of fiberglass.
25. ALWAYS follow the fabric care instructions
supplied by the garment manufacturer.
26. Never operate the dryer with any guards and/or
panels removed.
27. DO NOT operate the dryer with missing or
broken parts.
28. DO NOT by-pass any safety devices.
29. Failure to install, maintain, and/or operate this
machine according to the manufacturer’s
instructions may result in conditions which can
produce bodily injury and/or property damage.
NOTE: The WARNING AND IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS appearing in this
manual are not meant to cover all possible
conditions and situations that may occur. Common
sense, caution and care must be exercised when
installing, maintaining, or operating the dryer.
Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent
or the manufacturer about any problems or conditions
you do not understand.

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Installation
Roughing In Dimensions
*With leveling legs turned into base.
DRY2188N
DRY2188N
59.7 cm
(23.5 in.)
*11.4 cm
(4.5 in.)
71.1 cm
(28 in.)
*91.4 cm (36 in.)
*109.2 cm (43 in.)
68.3 cm
(26.9 in.)
1.1 cm
(0.4 in.)
20.3 cm
(8.0 in.)
*10.2 cm
(4.0 in.)
*39.2 cm
(15.44 in.)
*102.24 cm (40.25 in.)
56.85 cm
(22.38 in.)
39.1 cm
(15.4 in.)

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Tools
For most installations, the basic tools you will need
are:
Figure 1
Installing the Dryer
Step 1: Position and Level the Dryer
For further assistance refer to section on Location
Requirements.
Place the dryer in position, and adjust the legs until the
dryer is level from side to side and front to back.
Figure 2
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2 Screwdrivers
3Level
4 Duct Tape
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3
4
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1DryerBase
2Level
3 Leveling Leg
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Step 2: Connect Dryer Exhaust System
Refer to sections on Location Requirements and
Dryer Exhaust Requirements.
NOTE: Failure to exhaust dryer properly will void
warranty.
NOTE: Venting materials are not supplied with the
dryer (obtain locally).
Figure 3
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A clothes dryer produces combustible lint.
To reduce the risk of fire and combustion
gas accumulation the dryer MUST be
exhausted to the outdoors. W116
WARNING
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Step 3: Connect Electrical Cord
(240 Volt/60 Hertz)
Refer to section on Electrical Requirements.
Figure 4
Step 4: Wipe Out Inside of Dryer
Before using dryer for the first time, use an all-purpose
cleaner, or a detergent and water solution, and a damp
cloth to remove shipping dust from inside dryer drum.
Figure 5
Step 5: Connect the Dryer to Electrical
Power
Refer to section on Electrical Requirements, and
connect the dryer to an electrical power source.
Heat Source Check
Close the loading door and start the dryer in a heat
setting (refer to the Operation section). After the dryer
has operated for three minutes, the exhaust air or
exhaust pipe should be warm.
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NOTE: Dryer is shown with access cover removed for illustration purposes only. NEVER operate dryer with access
cover removed.
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TWO-WIRE CONNECTION THREE-WIRE CONNECTION
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Reversing Door Procedure
The door on this dryer is completely reversible. To
reverse door proceed as follows:
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B
A
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A
B
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Electrical Requirements
240 Volt, 60 Hertz, 2-Wire
Plus Grounded (Earth) Wire Installation
This dryer is designed to be operated on a two-wire
plus grounded (earth) wire, 240 Volt, 60 Hertz, single
phase supply circuit. It is designed to be fused at
30 Amperes. Consult nameplate for model and
electrical ratings.
NOTE: Branch circuit wire size requirements to
laundry room dryer outlet.
Use U.L. (Underwriters Laboratories) listed wire.
Allow sufficient slack in wiring so dryer can be moved
from its normal location when necessary.
1. Remove the screw and terminal block access
cover from the rear of dryer cabinet.
2. Insert ends of direct wire through power supply
hole (containing proper strain relief) in rear of
dryer cabinet. Connect the power cord, or direct
wiring, to the two outer terminal block
terminals using the two wire-binding (10 - 32 x
3/8 inch) screws from the accessories pack in the
envelope shipped inside the dryer cylinder.
3. Attach ground (earth) wire to rear bulkhead as
shown.
IMPORTANT: Use only a U.L. listed No. 10
(copper wire only) two conductor power supply
cord kit rated 240 Volts (minimum) 30 Amperes for
electric dryers, and labeled as suitable for use in a
clothes dryer.
4. Tighten these wire-binding screws firmly.
IMPORTANT: Failure to tighten these screws
firmly may result in wire failure at the terminal
block.
5. Secure the strain relief to the power cord, or
wires, where they enter the dryer cabinet.
6. Reinstall access cover and screw.
Wire Length Electric Dryer
Less than 4.5 m
(15 ft.)
10 A.W.G.* Copper Wire Only
Longer than 4.5 m
(15 ft.)
8 A.W.G.* Copper Wire Only
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
serious injury or death, the electrical
installation should conform to the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, and such
local regulations as might apply. W155
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Figure 6
Figure 7
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1 Earth (Ground) Wire (Green/Yellow)
2 Not Used on Gas Models
3 “L” Terminal
4 Terminal Block
5 Hex Head Screws (Slotted)
6 Power Cord Wiring
7DirectWiring
8 Strain Relief (Not supplied with dryer)
9 Power Cord or Direct Wire
(Not supplied with dryer)
10 Access Cover
11 Earth (Ground) Wire
12 Earth (Ground) Screw
13 “N” Terminal
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10
12
WIRE
CONNECTION
DETAIL
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To reduce the risk of electric shock,
serious injury or death, earth (ground) the
dryer frame externally by connecting one
end of a grounding wire under ground
screw on cabinet rear (see above) and the
other end to a known effective ground. W156
WARNING
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1 30 Amp Fuse
2 240 Volt Supply
3 Terminal Block in Dryer
4 Rear Bulkhead
Dryer is shown with the access cover
removed for illustration purposes only. To
reduce the risk of an electric shock,
serious injury or death, NEVER operate the
dryer with the access cover removed. W157
WARNING
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240 Volt, 60 Hertz, 3-Wire
NOTE: The wiring diagram is located inside the
control hood.
Grounding Instructions
This dryer must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system; or an equipment-grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and
connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or
lead on the dryer.
Figure 8
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
serious injury or death, all wiring and
grounding MUST conform with the latest
edition of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical
Code, CSA C22.1, and such local
regulations as might apply. It is the
customer’s responsibility to have the wiring
and fuses checked by a qualified electrician
to make sure your home has adequate
electrical power to operate the dryer. W113
WARNING
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1 3-Wire Grounded Neutral 120/240 Volt, 60 Hertz
AC 1 Phase Service Entrance Switch Box
(Refer to NOTE above)
4 Metallic or Non-Metallic Sheathed Cable
(Copper Wire Only)
5 Pigtail to Dryer (Refer to NOTE above)
2 30 Ampere Fuses or Circuit Breaker 6 Neutral
3 Neutral Wire 7 Terminal Block in Dryer
NOTE: The power cord (pigtail) is NOT supplied with the electric dryer.
Type of pigtail and gauge of wire must conform to local codes and
instructions.
The method of wiring the dryer is optional and subject to local code
requirements.
NOTE: Connect the dryer to the power supply with the MAXIMUM RATED
VOLTAGE listed on the nameplate.
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2
3
4
5
6
7
POWER SUPPLY POWER SUPPLY
INTERMEDIATE
FUSE BOX (May
be omitted if
service entrance
box is fused)
WALL RECEPTACLE
PIGTAIL CONNECTION
L1 L2 L1 L2
DIRECT CONNECTION
INTERMEDIAT
E
SHUT-OFF BOX
(Mayormayno
t
be fused)
120 ± 12
V.A.C.
A typical
30-Amp
Three-wire
Receptacle
NEMA Type
10-30R
120 ± 12
V.A.C.
240 ± 12
V.A.C.
NOTE: Use COPPER WIRE only.
Shorter than 4.5 m (15 ft.) use 10 A.W.G.
Longer than 4.5 m (15 ft.) use 8 A.W.G.

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1. Remove access cover from rear of dryer.
2. Use a strain relief and insert end of power cord
through power supply hole.
3. Use the three screws from the envelope located in
the cylinder to attach the power cord wires to the
terminal block.
4. Tighten all screws and reinstall access cover
removed in step 1.
Figure 9
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1 “L1” Terminal
2 Neutral Terminal
3 “L2” Terminal
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Location Requirements
Select a location with a solid floor. Dryers installed in
residential garages must be elevated 46 cm (18 inches)
above the floor.
No other fuel burning appliance should be installed in
the same closet with the dryer.
The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area
where it will be exposed to water and/or weather.
The dryer needs sufficient clearance and an adequate
air supply for proper operation and ventilation, and for
easier installation and servicing. (Minimum clearances
are shown in Figure 10.)
Figure 10
**NOTE: For new installations, locate top of wall vent 106.7 cm (42 in.) above floor to make venting easier to connect.
1 Closet Door 3 Centered Air Openings
2 Outer Wall of Enclosure (2 Openings Minimum)
B
AC
D
A
E
2
FRONT VIEW
(w/o Closet Door)
Area Free Standing/Alcove Installation Closet Installation
A 0 cm (0 in.) 0 cm (0 in.)
B 30.5 cm (12 in.) 30.5 cm (12 in.)
C Not Applicable 5.1 cm (2 in.)
D 5.1 cm (2 in.) 5.1 cm (2 in.)
E 30.5 cm (12 in.) 30.5 cm (12 in.)
F Not Applicable 7.6 cm (3 in.)
G* Not Applicable 260 cm2/open (40 in2/open)
*Louvered door with equivalent air openings is acceptable. (Minimum clearances are shown.)
SIDE VIEW
A
FRONT VIEW
(Closet Door)
**106.7 cm
(42 in.)
F
F
1
3 (G)
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