American Dryer Corp. AD-81 User manual

AD-81 Parts Manual
24VAC Phase 5
1992 thru 2000
American Dryer Corporation
88 Currant Road
Fall River, MA 02720-4781
Telephone:[phone] / Fax: [phone]
E-mail:[e-mail]
www.amdry.com
ADC Part No. 450148-19

AD-81
Retain This Manual In ASafe 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.
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.
Important
For your convenience, log the following information:
DATE OFPURCHASE ____________________________________________________ MODELNO. __________________
RESELLER’SNAME _______________________________________________________________________________________
Serial Number(s) ________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
Replacement parts can be obtained from your reseller or the ADCfactory. When ordering replacement partsfrom thefactory,
you can FAX your order to ADC at [phone] or telephone your order directly to the ADC Parts Department at (508)
678-9000. Pleasespecifythedryermodelnumberandserialnumberin addition to the descriptionandpartnumber,sothat
your order is processed accurately and promptly.
The illustrations on the following pages may not depict your particular dryer exactly. The illustrations are a composite of the
various dryer models. Be sure to check the descriptions of the parts thoroughly before ordering.
“IMPORTANTNOTETO PURCHASER”
Informationmustbeobtainedfromyourlocalgassupplierontheinstructions
tobefollowedifthe usersmellsgas. Theseinstructionsmustbepostedina
prominentlocation nearthe dryer.
FORYOURSAFETY
Donotstoreor usegasolineor
otherflammable vaporsand
liquidsinthevicinityofthisor
anyother appliance.
POURVOTRESÉCURITÉ
Nepasentreposer niutiliserd’essence
nid’autres vapeursouliquides
inflammables àproximitédecet
appareiloude toutautreappareil.

Table of Contents
Control DoorAssembly ....................................................................................................................................... 2
Phase 5 OPL Microprocessor Control Panel Assembly ..................................................................................... 3
Phase 5 OPL Microprocessor Control Box Assembly........................................................................................ 4
Cold Rolled Steel (CRS) Door Front Panel Assembly ........................................................................................ 5
Cold Rolled Steel (CRS) Main DoorAssembly .............................................................................................. 6, 7
Main Door SwitchAssembly Cold Rolled Steel (CRS) Door ............................................................................. 8
Plastic Door Front Panel Assembly..................................................................................................................... 9
Plastic Main DoorAssembly ............................................................................................................................. 10
Plastic Main Door Switch Housing ................................................................................................................... 11
Lint Drawer with Stainless Steel Lint Screen/Lint Drawer Switch Assemblies......................................... 12,13
Lint Drawer with Cloth Lint Screen/Lint Drawer Switch Assemblies ....................................................... 14,15
Sensor Bracket Assembly ........................................................................................................................... 16,17
Basket (Tumbler)/SupportAssembly................................................................................................................. 18
Idler BearingAssembly ..................................................................................................................................... 19
Basket (Tumbler) Bearing Assembly .......................................................................................................... 20,21
Reversing, T.E.F.C. Drive Motor/Fan Shaft Motor Mount Assembly
For Models Mfd. as of August 7, 1995 ................................................................................................... 22,23
Reversing, T.E.F.C. Motor - Drive/Fan Motor Mount Assembly
For Models Mfd. prior toAugust 7, 1995 ................................................................................................ 24, 25
Reversing Blower MotorAssembly
For Models Mfd. as of August 7, 1995 ................................................................................................... 26,27
Burner Assembly II
For Models Mfd. as of January 2, 1996 .................................................................................................. 28,29
Burner Assembly
For Models Mfd. prior to January 2, 1996 .............................................................................................. 30,31
Reversing Rear Control Box Assembly
For Models Mfd. as of January 1, 1995 ........................................................................................................ 32
Reversing Rear Control Box Assembly
For Models Mfd. prior to January 1, 1995 .................................................................................................... 33
Sail SwitchAssembly ........................................................................................................................................ 34
Step Down Transformer Usage Listing ............................................................................................................ 35
Air Operated Steam Damper Assembly...................................................................................................... 36,37
Outer Top/Back Guard Assemblies ................................................................................................................... 38
Additional PartsAvailable.................................................................................................................................. 39

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Control Door Assembly
Illus. No. Part No. Qty.Description
1 882052 1 ADC Metal Logo ONLY (with double adhesive tape)
For Models Mfd. as of July 28, 1998
881053 1 ADC Logo ONLY (with double adhesive tape)
For Models Mfd. prior to July 28, 1998
870011 1 Logo Double Adhesive Tape Kit ONLY
2 881045* 1 ControlDoor
(includes illus. nos. 2 and 3)
881046 1 Stainless Steel Control Door
(includes illus. nos. 2 and 3)
3 117604 4 Gasket (sold by the foot)
4 150300 4 #10 x 1/2” Hex Washer TEK Screw
5 102600 1 Control Door Rod Support Catch
6 102601 1 Control Door Retainer Clip
7 102502 1 Control Door Rod
8 160005 2 Turn Latch
* Specify color when ordering.

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Phase 5 OPL Microprocessor Control Panel Assembly
Illus. No. Part No. Qty.Description
1 112535 1 OPL English Keyboard (touch pad) LabelAssembly
2 881032 1 Microprocessor Control Panel ONLY
881033 1 Microprocessor Control Panel ONLY with Battery Bracket
881034 1 Phase 5 OPL Reversing Microprocessor Control PanelAssembly Complete
(includes illus. nos. 1 through 5 and 7)
881035 1 Phase 5 OPL Reversing Microprocessor Control Panel Assembly
with Battery Bracket Clip
(includes illus. nos. 1 through 5 and 7)
3 137231 1 Phase 5 OPL Reversing Controller ONLY
4 153010 2 #6 Star Washer
5 150005 2 #6-32 x 3/4” Phillips Round Head Machine Screw
6 150309 1 #10-16 x 1/2” Hex Head Crimptite Screw
7 136048 1 1/8-Amp (Slo-Blo) Fuse
IMPORTANT: Checklabelon computerchiptoverifycorrect partnumberforcontroller.

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1 141403 1 24 VAC Transformer
2 150300 2 #10 x 1/2” Hex Washer TEK Screw
3 120715 1 30-Position Terminal Block
4 150002 2 #6-32 x 1” Phillips Round Head Machine Screw
5 151000 2 #6-32 Pal Nut
6 136057 * 1/2-Amp (Slo-Blo) Fuse
7 150301 * #8-18 x 7/16” Phillips Pan Head TEK Screw
8 136008 * Fuse Block/Strip ONLY
9 122641 1 15-Pin Microprocessor Connector
10 122706 * Socket
* As required.
Phase 5 OPL Microprocessor Control Box Assembly

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Cold Rolled Steel (CRS) Door Front Panel Assembly
Illus. No. Part No. Qty.Description
1 881994 1 Right Hand Front Panel Complete
(for cold rolled steel [CRS] door)
2 150309 11 #10-16 x 1/2” Hex Head Crimptite Screw
150313 11 #10-16 x 1/2” TORX Plus BTN Type 1
3 121405 1 Rubber Grommet
4 --------- 1 Lint Drawer Switch
(refer to Lint Drawer with Stainless Steel Lint Screen/Lint Drawer
Switch Assembly on page 12)
5 881987 1 Friction Door Latch Kit
(includes illus. nos. 5 and 6)
6 154215 2 5/32” Pop Rivet

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Cold Rolled Steel (CRS) Main Door Assembly
Illus. No. Part No. Qty.Description
1 881150 1 Black Main DoorAssembly Complete
(includes illus. nos. 1, 2, and 8 through 15)
881207 1 Stainless Steel Main DoorAssembly Complete
(includes illus. nos. 1, 2, and 8 through 15)
2 102354 1 Door Gasket
170730 1 Clear Glass and Gasket Adhesive (10.3 oz. cartridge)
170731 1 Black Glass and Gasket Adhesive (10.3 oz. cartridge)
3 881152 1 Black Top Hinge BlockAssembly
(includes illus. nos. 3 and 4)
881208 1 Stainless Steel Top Hinge BlockAssembly
(includes illus. nos. 3 and 4)
4 150445 2 1/4-20 x 7/8” Black Cap Head Setscrew
150443 2 1/4-20 x 7/8” Stainless Steel Cap Head Setscrew
5 153031 1 1/4” Nylon Washer
6 881151 1 Black Bottom Hinge BlockAssembly
(includes illus. nos. 5, 6, and 7)
881209 1 Stainless Steel Bottom Hinge BlockAssembly
(includes illus. nos. 5, 6, and 7)
7 150445 2 1/4-20 x 7/8” Black Cap Head Setscrew
150443 2 1/4-20 x 7/8” Stainless Steel Cap Head Setscrew
8 150683 3 1/4-20 x 5/8” Black Carriage Bolt
150682 3 1/4-20 x 5/8” Stainless Steel Carriage Bolt
(for models with stainless steel doors)
9 152014 3 1/4-20 Free Spin Wash Nut
10 151010 1 #10-32 Black Hex Acorn Nut
151009 1 #10-32 Stainless Steel Hex Acorn Nut
11 150120 1 Door Latch Screw
12 150683 3 1/4-20 x 5/8” Black Carriage Bolt
150682 3 1/4-20 x 5/8” Stainless Steel Carriage Bolt
(for models with stainless steel doors)
13 152014 3 1/4-20 Free Spin Wash Nut
14 881210 1 Black Main Door Handle ONLY
170333 1 Stainless Steel Main Handle ONLY
15 102210 1 20-7/16” Door Glass
102360 1 Glass/Door Gasket Tape
(for models mfd. as of December 13, 2000)
170730 1 Clear Glass and Gasket Adhesive (10.3 oz. cartridge)
(for models mfd. prior to December 13, 2000)

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Main Door Switch Assembly Cold Rolled Steel (CRS) Door
Illus. No. Part No. Qty.Description
1 153566 2 #6-32 x 7/8” Clinch Stud
2 152013 2 #6-32 Hex Nut
3 153010 2 #6 Star Washer
4 137005 1 Single-Pole Door Switch (SDS)
5 122636 2 FlagTerminal
6 881211 1 Main Door Switch Housing
7 150301 2 #8-18 x 7/16” Phillips Pan Head TEK Screw

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Plastic Door Front Panel Assembly
Illus. No. Part No. Qty.Description
1 881041* 1 Right Hand Front PanelAssembly
(includes illus. nos. 1, 3, 5, and 6)
881043* 1 Left Hand Front Panel Assembly
(includes illus. nos. 1, 3, 5, and 6)
881044 1 Right Hand Stainless Steel Front PanelAssembly
(includes illus. nos. 1, 3, 5, and 6)
2 150309 11 #10-16 x 1/2” Hex Head Crimptite Screw
150313 11 #10-16 x 1/2” TORX Plus BTN Type 1
3 121405 1 Rubber Grommet
4 --------- 1 Lint Drawer Switch
(refer to Lint Drawer with Stainless Steel Lint Screen/Lint Drawer
Switch Assembly on page 12)
5 881987 1 Friction Door Latch Kit
(includes illus. nos. 5 and 6)
6 154215 2 5/32” Pop Rivet
* Specify color when ordering.

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1 881421 1 Gray Plastic Main Door Assembly Complete with Mechanical Fasteners
(includes illus. nos. 1 and 5 through 9)
2 800448 4 12-1/2” Stainless Steel Main Door Hinge Assembly
3 150410 4 #10-24 x 3/8” Phillips Pan Head Taptite Screw
4 152014 1 1/4-20 Free Spin Wash Nut
5 102349 1 Main Door Gasket
6 102212 1 20-7/16” Door Glass with Four (4) Holes
170730 1 Clear Glass and Gasket Adhesive (10.3 oz. cartridge)
7 150448 4 1/2” Stainless Steel Flat Head Allen Screw
8 170319 4 Door Glass (nylon) Spacer
9 150431 1 Main Door Latch Screw
(#10 x 7/16” dome hex head)
Plastic Main Door Assembly

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Illus. No. Part No. Qty.Description
1 152013 2 #6-32 Hex Nut
2 153008 2 #6 Lock Washer
3 137005 1 Single-Pole Door Switch (SDS)
4 121028 2 Insulated Female Terminal
5 154281 2 3/8” Standard Nylon Spacers
6 800448 1 12-1/2” Stainless Steel Main Door Hinge Assembly
(includes illus. nos. 6 and 7)
7 153565 2 #6-32 x 1” Self Clinching Stud
8 881246 1 Main Door Switch Housing
(includes illus. nos. 7 and 8)
9 150201 2 #10-32 x 1/4” Phillips Pan Head Screw
10 121405 1 Rubber Grommet
Plastic Main Door Switch Housing

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Lint Drawer with Stainless Steel Lint Screen/Lint Drawer Switch Assemblies
Illus. No. Part No. Qty.Description
1 882871 1 Lint Drawer with Stainless Steel Screen
2 117605 5 Gasket (sold by the foot)
3 122116 1 Lint Drawer Switch
4 122605 2 4-Pin Socket Connector
5 122701 4 Socket Terminal ONLY
122801 1 Socket Terminal ExtractionTool
6 800478 1 Lint Drawer Switch Box Assembly
(includes illus. nos. 4 through 7)
304135 1 Lint Drawer Switch Box ONLY
7 150301 2 #8-18 x 7/16” Phillips Pan Head TEK Screw
8 122700 4 Pin Terminal ONLY
9 122604 2 4-Pin Connector ONLY

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Lint Drawer with Cloth Lint Screen/Lint Drawer Switch Assemblies
Illus. No. Part No. Qty.Description
1 881463* 1 Lint Drawer Assembly - Type II
(includes illus. nos. 1 and 2 Only)
For Models Mfd. as of October 7, 1996
881464 1 Stainless Steel Lint Drawer Assembly - Type II
(includes illus. nos. 1 and 2 Only)
For Models Mfd. as of October 7, 1996
881042* 1 Lint Drawer Assembly - Type I
(includes illus. nos. 1 and 2 Only)
For Models Mfd. prior to October 7, 1996
881062 1 Stainless Steel Lint Drawer Assembly - Type I
(includes illus. nos. 1 and 2 Only)
For Models Mfd. prior to October 7, 1996
2 117605 5 Gasket (sold by the foot)
3 802205 1 Lint ScreenAssembly
4 122116 1 Lint Drawer Switch
5 122605 2 4-Pin Socket Connector
6 122701 4 Socket Terminal ONLY
122801 1 Socket Terminal ExtractionTool
7 800478 1 Lint Drawer Switch Box Assembly
(includes illus. nos. 4 through 7)
For Models Mfd. as of January 1, 1999
800264 1 Lint Drawer Switch Box Assembly
For Models Mfd. prior to January 1, 1999
304135 1 Lint Drawer Switch Box ONLY
For Models Mfd. as of January 1, 1999
304034 1 Lint Drawer Switch Box ONLY
For Models Mfd. prior to January 1, 1999
8 150301 2 #8-18 x 7/16” Phillips Pan Head TEK Screw
9 122700 4 Pin Terminal ONLY
10 122604 2 4-Pin Connector ONLY
* Specify color when ordering.

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Illus. No. Part No. Qty.Description
1 880251 1 1/4” Temperature Sensor Probe Assembly
(includes illus. nos. 1 through 4)
2 122605 1 4-Pin Socket Connector ONLY
3 122701 4 Socket Terminal ONLY
4 154007 2 1/4” Tinnerman Push On Fastener
5 150000 2 #6-32 x 1/4” Round Head Machine Screw
6 802174 1 Sensor Bracket Assembly Complete
(includes illus. nos. 1 through 9)
323626 1 Temperature Sensor Bracket ONLY
7 130301 1 225° Manual Reset Thermostat
8 153010 2 #6 Star Washer
9 152000 2 #6-32 Hex Nut
10 150301 2 #8-18 x 7/16” Phillips Pan Head TEK Screw
11 122604 1 4-Pin Connector ONLY
12 122700 4 Pin Terminal ONLY
-- 122801 1 Pin/ExtractionTool
Sensor Bracket Assembly

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Basket (Tumbler)/Support Assembly
Illus. No. Part No. Qty.Description
1 880818 1 Basket (tumbler) ONLY without Felt Collar
(includes illus. nos. 1, 2, and 3)
880827 1 Reversing Basket (tumbler) and SupportAssembly Complete
(includes illus. nos. 1 through 11)
2 154210 40 5/32” x 3/16” Pop Rivet
3 301308 4 Basket (tumbler) Rib ONLY
4 150500 1 5/16-18 x 34” Socket Button Head Screw
5 100905 4 3/8-16 x 37” Tie Rod
6 153004 4 3/8” Flat Washer
7 800615 1 Reversing Basket (tumbler) Support ONLY
8 152005 4 3/8-16 Hex Nut
9 153005 4 3/8” Lock Washer
10 153004 4 3/8” Flat Washer
11 116000 1 Felt Collar ONLY
-- 401010 1 #847Adhesive For Felt Collar (5 oz. tube)