American Dryer Corp. Gas/Steam Models ML-82 User manual

041700WM/tcosta ADC Part No. 113143
For replacement parts, contact the distributor from which the dryer
was purchased or
American Dryer Corporation
88 Currant Road
Fall River MA 02720 4781
Telephone: [phone] / Fax: [phone]
E mail: [e-mail]
WARNING: For your safety the
information in this manual must be
followed to minimize the risk of fire or
explosion or to prevent property dama e,
personal injury or death.
Do not store or use asoline or other flammable
vapor and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
WHAT DO YOU DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
* Do not try to li ht any appliance.
* Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use
any phone in your buildin .
* Clear the room, buildin or area of all
occupants.
* Immediately call your as supplier from a
nei hbor's phone. Follow the as supplier's
instructions.
* If you cannot reach your as supplier, call the
fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service a ency or the as
supplier.
AVERTISSEMENT: Assurez-vous de bien
suivre les instructions données dans cette
notice pour réduire au minimumle risque
dincendie ou dexplosion pour ou éviter tout
domma e matériel, toute blessure ou la mort.
Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser dessence ni
dautres vapeurs ou liquides inflammables dans
le voisina ede cet appareil ou de tout autre
appareil.
QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR
DE GAZ:
* Ne pas tenter dallumer dappareil.
* Ne touchez à aucun interrupteur. Ne pas
vous servir des téléphones se trouvant dans
le bâtiment où vous vous trouvez..
* Évacuez la pièce le bâtiment ou la zone.
* Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de
az depuis un voisin. Suivez les instructions
du fournisseur.
* Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur
de az appelez le service des incendies.
Línstallation et lentretien doivent être assurés
par un installateur ou un service dentretien
qualiifié ou par le fournisseur de az.
ML-82
(Gas - DSI /Steam Models)
Installation Manual
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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/operators manual
included with the dryer.
The following FOR YOUR SAFETY caution must e posted near the dryer in a prominent location.
IMPORTANT NOTE TO PURCHASER
Information must be obtained from your local as supplier on the instructions
to be followed if the user smells as. These instructions must be posted in a
prominent location near the dryer.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use asoline or
other flammable vapors or
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 dans le voisina e de cet
appareil ou de yout autre appareil.
We have tried to make this manual as complete as possible and hope you ill find it useful. ADC reserves the right to make
changes from time to time, ithout notice or obligation, in prices, specifications, colors, and material, and to change or
discontinue models.
Important
For your convenience, log the following information:
DATE OF PURCHASE ____________________________ MODEL NO. __________________________________________
DISTRIBUTOR S NAME ___________________________________________________________________________________
Serial Number(s) ________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
Replacement parts can be obtained from your distributor or the ADC factory. When ordering replacement parts from the
factory, you can FAX your order to ADC at [phone] or telephone your orders 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.
ML-82
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IMPORTANT
YOU MUST DISCONNECT and LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC
SUPPLY and THE GAS SUPPLY or THE STEAM SUPPLY BEFORE ANY
COVERS or GUARDS ARE REMOVED FROM THE MACHINE TO
ALLOW ACCESS FOR CLEANING, ADJUSTING, INSTALLATION, or
TESTING OF ANY EQUIPMENT er OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health
Administration) STANDARDS.
CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED TO PLAY ON OR NEAR
THE DRYER(S).
WARNING
CHILDREN SHOULD BE SUPERVISED IF NEAR DRYER(S) IN
OPERATION.
CAUTION
LABEL ALL WIRES PRIOR O DISCONNEC ION WHEN SERVICING
CON ROLS. WIRING ERRORS CAN CAUSE IMPROPER AND DANGER-
OUS OPERA ION.
DRYER(S) SHOULD NEVER BE LEF UNA ENDED WHILE IN
OPERA ION.
CAUTION
VERIFY PROPER OPERA ION AF ER SERVICING.
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FOR YOUR SAF TY
DO NOT DRY MOP HEADS IN HE DRYER.
DO NOT USE DRYER IN HE PRESENCE OF DRY CLEANING FUMES.
WARNING
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should the door switch or the heat
circuit devices ever be disabled.
WARNING
The dryer must never be o erated with any of the back guards, outer to s,
or service anels removed. PERSONAL INJURY or FIRE COULD
RESULT.
IMPORTANT
PLEASE OBSERVE ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS dis layed on the
equi ment and/or s ecified in the installation/o erator's manual included with
the dryer.
Dryer(s) must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to
water and/or weather.
he wiring diagram for the dryer is located in the front electrical control box area.
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Table of Contents
SECTION I
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ............................................................................... 3
A. Receivin and Handlin ............................................................................................................... 3
B. Safety Precautions ...................................................................................................................... 4
SECTION II
SPECIFICATIONS/COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION .................................... 6
A. Specifications ............................................................................................................................. 6
B. Component Identification ............................................................................................................ 8
SECTION III
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES ......................................................................... 10
A. Location Requirements ............................................................................................................. 10
B. Unpackin /Settin Up ............................................................................................................... 11
C. Dryer Enclosure Requirements .................................................................................................. 12
D. Fresh Air Supply ....................................................................................................................... 13
E. Exhaust Requirements ............................................................................................................... 14
F. Electrical Information ................................................................................................................ 20
G. Gas Information ........................................................................................................................ 23
H. Steam Information .................................................................................................................... 27
I. Preparation For Operation/Start-Up ......................................................................................... 31
J. Preoperational Tests ................................................................................................................. 32
K. Preoperational Instructions ........................................................................................................ 34
L. Shut Down Instructions ............................................................................................................. 34
SECTION IV
SERVICE/PARTS INFORMATION ...................................................................... 35
A. Service ..................................................................................................................................... 35
B. Parts ........................................................................................................................................ 35
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SECTION V
WARRANTY INFORMATION .............................................................................. 36
A. Returnin Warranty Card(s) ...................................................................................................... 36
B. Warranty .................................................................................................................................. 36
C. Returnin Warranty Part(s) ........................................................................................................ 36
SECTION VI
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE..................................................................................38
A. Cleanin ................................................................................................................................... 38
B. Adjustments ............................................................................................................................. 39
C. Lubrication ............................................................................................................................... 40
D. Lint Drawer Removal ................................................................................................................ 40
SECTION VII
PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF REPLACEMENT
COMPONENTS ........................................................................................................41
SECTION VIII
DATA LABEL LOCATION/INFORMATION ...................................................... 45
A. Data Label ............................................................................................................................... 45
SECTION IX
BURNER AND LINT (TUMBLER) CHAMBER
MANUAL RESET HI-LIMIT INSTRUCTIONS ................................................. 47
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SECTION I
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
A. RECEIVING and HANDLING
The dryer is shipped in a protective stretch wrap cover with protective cardboard corners and top cover (or
optional box) as a means of preventing damage in transit. Upon delivery, the dryer and/or packaging, and wooden
skid should be visually inspected for shipping damage. f any damage whatsoever is noticed, inspect further
before delivering carrier leaves.
Dryers damaged in shipment:
1. ALL dryers should be inspected upon receipt and before they are signed for.
2. f there is suspected damage or actual damage, the truckers receipt should be so noted.
3. f the dryer is damaged beyond repair, it should be refused. Those dryers which were not damaged in a
damaged shipment should be accepted, but the number received and the number refused must be noted
on the receipt.
4. f you determine that the dryer was damaged after the trucker has left your location, you should call the
delivering carriers freight terminal immediately and file a claim. The freight company considers this concealed
damage. This type of freight claim is very difficult to get paid and becomes extremely difficult when more
than a day or two passes after the freight was delivered. t is your responsibility to file freight claims.
Dryer/parts damaged in transit cannot be claimed under warranty.
5. Freight claims are the responsibility of the consignee, and ALL claims must be filed at the receiving end.
ADC assumes no responsibility for freight claims or damages.
6. f you need assistance in handling the situation, please contact the ADC Traffic Manager at [phone].
IMPORTANT: The dryer must be transported and handled in an upri ht position at ALL times.
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B. SAFE Y PRECAU IONS
WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of
fire or explosion or to prevent property dama e, personal injury, or loss of life.
WARNING: The dryer must never be operated ith any of the back guards, outer tops, or
service panels removed. PERSONAL INJURY or 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. 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.
3. WHAT TO DO F 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 ALL occupants.
e. mmediately call your gas supplier from a neighbors phone. Follow the gas suppliers instructions.
f. f you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
4. nstallation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or gas supplier.
5. Dryer(s) must be exhausted to the outdoors.
6. Although ADC produces a very versatile machine, 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 NOT dry articles spotted or washed in dry
cleanin solvents, a combustible deter ent, or all purpose cleaner.
EXPLOSION COULD RESULT.
WARNING: DO NOT dry ra s or articles coated or contaminated with asoline, kerosene, oil, paint,
or wax.
EXPLOSION COULD RESULT.
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WARNING: DO NOT dry mop heads. Contamination by wax or flammable solvent will create a fire
hazard.
WARNING: DO NOT use heat for dryin articles that contain plastic, foam, spon e rubber, or
similarly textured rubberlike materials. Dryin in a heated basket (tumbler) may dama e
plastics or rubber and also may be a fire hazard.
7. A program should be established for the inspection and cleaning of lint in the burner area, exhaust duct
work, and area around the back of the dryer. The frequency of inspection and cleaning can best be
determined from experience at each location.
WARNING: The collection of lint in the burner area and exhaust duct work can create a potential fire
hazard.
8. For personal safety, the dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes and/or the
National Electrical Code ANS /NFPA NO. 70-LATEST ED T ON, or in Canada, the Canadian Electrical
Codes Parts 1 & 2 CSA C22.1-1990 or LATEST ED T ON.
NOTE: Failure to do so will VOID THE WARRANTY.
9. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should the dryer door switches, lint drawer switch, or heat safety
circuit, ever be disabled.
WARNING: PERSONAL INJURY or FIRE COULD RESULT.
10. This dryer is not to be used in the presence of dry cleaning solvents or fumes.
11. Remove articles from the dryer as soon as the drying cycle has been completed.
WARNING: Articles left in the dryer after the dryin and coolin cycles have been complete can
create a fire hazard.
12. READ and FOLLOW ALL CAUTION and DIRECTION LABELS ATTACHED TO THE DR ER.
WARNING: YOU MUST DISCONNECT and LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC SUPPLY and
THE GAS SUPPLY or THE STEAM SUPPLY BEFORE ANY COVERS or
GUARDS ARE REMOVED FROM THE MACHINE TO ALLOW ACCESS
FOR CLEANING, ADJUSTING, INSTALLATION, or TESTING OF ANY
EQUIPMENT per OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
STANDARDS.
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B ASKET (T UMBLER ) D IAMETER 37" 94 cm
B
ASKET (T UMBLER ) D EPTH 36" 91.5 cm
B
ASKET (T UMBLER ) M OTOR 1/2 HP .373 kw
B
LOWER M OTOR 3 HP 2.238 kw
D
OOR O PENING (D IAMETER ) 21-1/2" 54.61 cm
B
ASKET (T UMBLER ) V OLUME 22.4 cu. ft. .634 cu.m.
D
RYERS P ER 20’/40’’ C ONTAINER 10/20
D
RYERS P ER 45’/48’ T RUCK 24/24
V
OLTAGE A VAILABLE 208-460v / 3ø/ 50 / 60Hz
A
PPROX . W EIGHT ( UNCRATED ) 828 lbs. 375.6 kg
A
PPROX . W EIGHT ( CRATED ) 878 lbs. 398.3 kg
H
EAT I NPUT 270,000 btu/hr 68,040 kcal/hr
A
IRFLOW 1,700 cfm 48.14 cmm
I
NLET P IPE S IZE 1" 2.54 cm
V
OLTAGE A VAILABLE 208-460v / 3ø/ 50 / 60Hz
A
PPROX . W EIGHT ( UNCRATED ) 828 lbs. 392.7 kg
A
PPROX . W EIGHT ( CRATED ) 914 lbs. 415.5 kg
A
IRFLOW 2,500 cfm 98.8 cmm
A
IR C ONNECTION 1/8" F.P.T. ---
S
TEAM C OMSUMPTION
B OILER HP
N
ORMAL L OAD
375 lbs/hr 170.5 kg/hr 11
O
PERATING S TEAM P RESSURE S TEAM S UPPLY S TEAM R ETURN
125 psi max 8.79 kg/cm
2
1" 2.54 cm 1" 2.54 cm
Shaded areas are stated in metric equivalents
Gas
Steam
SECTION II
SPECIFICATIONS/COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
A. SPECIFICA IONS
IMPORTANT: Steam dryers must be provided with a clean, dry, re ulated 80 PSI +/- 10 PSI (5.51
kPa +/- 0.68 kPa) air supply.
NOTE: ADC reserves the ri ht to make chan es in specifications at any time, without notice or
obli ation.
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