American Dryer Corp. ML-758 User manual

ML-758 Installation Manual
Phase 7 / DSI / Dual Timer / F.S.S.
WARNING: For your safety the information
in this manual must be followed to
minimize the risk of fire or explosion and
to prevent property damage, personal
injury or death.
— 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:
●Do not try to light any appliance.
●Do not touch any electrical switch;
do not use any phone in your
building.
●Clear the room, building or area of
all occupants.
●Immediately call your gas supplier
from a neighbor’s phone. Follow
the gas supplier’s instructions.
●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.
AVERTISSEMENT: Assurez-vous de
bien suivre les instructions données dans
cette notice pour réduire au minimum le
risque d’incendie ou d’explosion ou pour
éviter tout dommage matériel, toute
blessure ou la mort.
—Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d’essence
ni d’autres vapeurs ou liquides
inflammables à proximité de cet
appareil ou de tout autre appareil.
—QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE
ODEUR DE GAZ:
●Ne pas tenter d’allumer d’appareils.
●Ne touchez à aucun interrupteur. Ne
pas vous servir des téléphones se
trouvant dans le bâtiment.
●Évacuez la pièce, le bâtiment ou la
zone.
●Appelez immédiatement votre
fournisseur de gaz depuis un voisin.
Suivez les instructions du fournisseur.
●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.
ADC Part No. 113226-11
American Dryer Corporation
88 Currant Road
Fall River MA 02720-4781 USA
Telephone: [phone] / Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
www.amdry.com

“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.
We have tried to make this manual as complete as possible and hope you will find it useful. The manufacturer
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.
Retain This Manual in a Safe Place for Future Reference
This product embodies 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.
ML-758 Phase 7

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 PER OSHA
(Occupational Safety and HealthAdministration) STANDARDS.
WARNING
CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED TO PLAY ON OR NEAR THE DRYER(S).
CHILDREN SHOULD BE SUPERVISED IF NEAR DRYERS IN OPERATION.
CAUTION
DRYERS SHOULD NEVER BE LEFT UNATTENDED WHILE IN OPERATION.
“Caution: Label all wires prior
to disconnection when
servicing controls. Wiring
errors can cause improper
operation.”
«Attention: Au moment de l’entretien des
commandes, étiquetez tous les fils avant de les
débrancher. Des erreurs de câblage peuvent
entraîner un fonctionnement inadéquat et
dangereux.»
Proposition 65
Use of this product could expose you to substances from fuel combustion
that contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects and other reproductive harm.
In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply:
■Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber,
or gasfitter qualified or licensed by the State of Massachusetts.
■If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type.
■A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.
!WARNING

WARNING
The dryer must never be operated with any of the back guards, outer tops, or
service panels removed. PERSONAL INJURY OR FIRE COULD RESULT.
IMPORTANT
PLEASE OBSERVE ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS displayed on the equipment
and/or specified in the installation manual included with the dryer.
WARNING
DRYER MUST NEVER BE OPERATED WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER/SCREEN IN
PLACE, EVEN IF AN EXTERNAL LINT COLLECTION SYSTEM IS USED.
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
Dryer must be installed in a location/environment, which the ambient temperature
remains between 40° F (4.44° C) and 130° F (54.44° C).
FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT DRY MOP HEADS IN THE DRYER.
DO NOT USE DRYER IN THE PRESENCE OF DRY CLEANING FUMES.
WARNING
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should the dryer door switches, lint drawer switch,
or heat safety circuit ever be disabled.

Table of Contents
SECTION I
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................................................................................................................................. 2
SECTION II
SPECIFICATIONS/COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ......................................................................................... 4
A. Specifications ........................................................................................................................................ 4
B. Component Identification ....................................................................................................................... 6
SECTION III
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES ........................................................................................................................ 8
A. Location Requirements ......................................................................................................................... 8
B. Unpacking/Setting Up ........................................................................................................................... 9
C. Dryer Enclosure Requirements ............................................................................................................. 9
D. Fresh Air Supply Requirements........................................................................................................... 10
E. Exhaust Requirements ........................................................................................................................ 11
F. Electrical Information........................................................................................................................... 15
G. Gas Information ................................................................................................................................... 19
H. Steam Information ............................................................................................................................... 22
I. Preparation for Operation/Start-Up....................................................................................................... 26
J. Preoperational Test ............................................................................................................................. 27
K. Preoperational Instructions ................................................................................................................. 29
L. Shutdown Instructions ......................................................................................................................... 31
SECTION IV
SERVICE/PARTS INFORMATION ................................................................................................................... 32
A. Service ................................................................................................................................................ 32
B. Parts ................................................................................................................................................... 32
SECTION V
WARRANTY INFORMATION ........................................................................................................................... 33
A. Returning Warranty Cards ................................................................................................................... 33
B. Warranty ............................................................................................................................................. 33
C. Returning Warranty Parts .................................................................................................................... 33
SECTION VI
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................... 35
A. Cleaning .............................................................................................................................................. 35
B. Adjustments ....................................................................................................................................... 36
C. Lubrication .......................................................................................................................................... 36
D. Lint Drawer Removal ........................................................................................................................... 37
SECTION VII
DATA LABEL INFORMATION .......................................................................................................................... 38
SECTION VIII
PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS ........................................... 39
SECTION IX
MANUAL RESET BURNER HI-LIMIT INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................... 42
A. Phase 7 .............................................................................................................................................. 42
B. Dual Timer .......................................................................................................................................... 42
SECTION X
FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM (F.S.S.) ......................................................................................................... 43

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SECTION I
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimi e the risk of
fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
WARNING: The dryer must never be operated with any of the back guard , outer top , or
ervice panel 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 hould be posted in a prominent location.
3. 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 ALL occupants.
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.
4. Installation and service mu t be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or gas supplier.
5. Dryer(s) mu t be exhausted to the outdoors.
6. Although ADC produces a very versatile dryer, there are some articles that, due to fabric composition or
cleaning method, hould not be dried in it.
WARNING: Dry only water washed fabrics. DO NOT dry articles spotted or washed in dry
cleaning solvents, a combustible detergent, or “all purpose” cleaner. EXPLOSION
COULD RESULT.
WARNING: DO NOT dry rags or articles coated or contaminated with gasoline, kerosene, oil, paint,
or wax. EXPLOSION COULD RESULT.
WARNING: DO NOT dry mop heads. Contamination by wax or flammable solvents will create a
fire ha ard.
WARNING: DO NOT use heat for drying articles that contain plastic, foam, sponge rubber, or
similarly textured rubber materials. Drying in a heated basket (tumbler) may damage
plastics or rubber and may be a fire ha ard.

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7. A program hould be established 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: The collection of lint in the burner area and exhaust ductwork can create a potential fire
ha ard.
8. For personal safety, the dryer mu t be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes and/or the
National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA NO. 70-LATEST EDITION or in Canada, the Canadian Electrical
Codes Parts 1 & 2 CSA C22.1-1990 or LATEST EDITION.
NOTE: Failure to electrically ground the dryer properly 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 SHOULD THE DRYER
DOOR SWITCHES, LINT DRAWER SWITCH, OR HEAT SAFETY CIRCUIT
EVER BE DISABLED.
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 drying and cooling cycles have been completed can
create a fire ha ard.
12. READ AND FOLLOW ALL CAUTION AND DIRECTION LABELS ATTACHED TO THE
DRYER.
13. For safety, proper operation, and optimum performance, the dryer mu t not be operated with a load less
than sixty-six percent (66%), 50 lb (22.7 kg) of its rated capacity.
WARNING: YOU MUST DISCONTINUE AND LOCK OUT THE ELECTRIC SUPPLY
AND THE GAS SUPPLY OR STEAM SUPPLY BEFORE ANY COVERS OR
GUARDS ARE REMOVED FROM THE DRYER TO ALLOW ACCESS FOR
CLEANING, ADJUSTING, INSTALLATION, OR TESTING OF ANY
EQUIPMENT PER OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
STANDARDS.
IMPORTANT: Dryer must be in talled in a location/environment, which the ambient
temperature remain between 40° F (4.44° C) and 130° F (54.44° C).

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MAXIMUM CAPACITY (D Y WEIGHT) 75 lb 34.02 kg
TUMBLE DIAMETE 36-1/4” 92.08 cm
TUMBLE DEPTH 36 ” 91.44 cm
TUMBLE VOLUME 21.50 cu ft 608.81 L
TUMBLE (D IVE) MOTO Non- eversing / eversing 1 hp / 1/2 hp*0.75 kW / 0.37 kW
BLOWE (FAN) MOTO Non- eversing / eversing — / 1 hp*— / 0.75 kW
DOO OPENING (DIAMETE ) 31-3/8” 79.69 cm
DOO SILL HEIGHT 2 8 ” 71.12 cm
WATE CONNECTION 3/4”-11.5 NH
(North America)
3/4” B.S.P.T. (Outside North America)
D YE S PE 20’/40’ CONTAINE 10 / 20
D YE S PE 48’/53’ T UCK 24 / 26
VOLTAGE AVAILABLE 120-575V 1,3ø 2,3,4w 50/60 Hz
APP OXIMATE NET WEIGHT 721 lb 327.04 kg
APP OXIMATE SHIPPING WEIGHT 773 lb 350.63 kg
AI FLOW 60 Hz 1,000 cfm 28.32 cmm
50 Hz 833 cfm 23.60 cmm
HEAT INPUT 175,000 Btu/hr 44,099 kcal/hr
EXHAUST CONNECTION (DIAMETE ) 8” 20.32 cm
COMP ESSED AI CONNECTION N / A
COMP ESSED AI VOLUME N / A
INLET PIPE CONNECTION 3/4” F.N.P.T.
3/4” B.S.P.T.
(CE and Australia Only)
VOLTAGE AVAILABLE 208-575V 3ø 3,4w 50/60 Hz
APP OXIMATE NET WEIGHT 721 lb 327.04 kg
APP OXIMATE SHIPPING WEIGHT 773 lb 350.63 kg
AI FLOW 60 Hz 1,000 cfm 28.32 cmm
50 Hz 833 cfm 23.60 cmm
EXHAUST CONNECTION (DIAMETE ) 8” 20.32 cm
COMP ESSED AI CONNECTION N / A
COMP ESSED AI VOLUME N / A
OVEN SIZE
kW Btu/hr kcal/hr
30 102,400 25,800
VOLTAGE AVAILABLE 120-575V 1,3ø 2,3,4w 50/60 Hz
APP OXIMATE NET WEIGHT 816 lb 370.13 kg
APP OXIMATE SHIPPING WEIGHT 868 lb 393.72 kg
AI FLOW 60 Hz 1,200 cfm 33.98 cmm
50 Hz 1,000 cfm 28.32 cmm
STEAM CONSUMPTION 275 lb/hr 124.7 kg/hr
OPE ATING STEAM P ESSU E 125 psi max 8.62 bar
EXHAUST CONNECTION (DIAMETE ) 8” 20.32 cm
COMP ESSED AI CONNECTION 1/8” F.N.P.T.
COMP ESSED AI VOLUME 0.75 cfh 0.02 cmh
BOILE HO SEPOWE (NO MAL LOAD) 7.2 Bhp
SUPPLY CONNECTIONS (2) 1-1/4” M.N.P.T.
ETU N CONNECTIONS (2) 1” M.N.P.T.
STEAM AS
ELECTRIC
Shaded areas are stated in metric equivalents 2/19/09
* All reversing dryers are supplied with two (2) 3-phase (3ø) motors standard: a 1 hp (0.75 kW) blower motor
and a 1/2 hp (0.37 kW) drive motor.
NOTE: ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice or
obligation.
SECTION II
SPECIFICATIONS/COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
A. SPECIFICATIONS

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Specifications ( as / Electric / Steam)
NOTE: ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice or
obligation.

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Illus. No. Description
1 Controls
2 Control (top access) Door Assembly
3 Main Door Assembly
4 Lint Compartment Area (lint screen located in lint drawer)
5 Lint Drawer
6 Data Label and Installation Label
B. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
1. Dryer Front View