American Dryer Corp. ML-75V Phase 7 User manual

American Dryer Corporation
88 Currant Road
Fall River MA 02720-4781
Telephone: [phone] / Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
www.amdry.com
ADCPartNo.113236
ML-75V Installation Manual
Phase 7
WARNING: 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.
—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.

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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 efficient, trouble free, and most importantly, safe 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.
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 (508)
678-9000. Please specify the dryer model number and serialnumberin addition to thedescription and part number, so that
your order is processed accurately and promptly.
ML-75V Phase 7

IMPORTANT
YOU MUST DISCONNECT AND LOCK OUT 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.
WARNING
CHILDREN SHOULD NOTBE 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.
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
the heat safety circuit ever be disabled.
“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.»

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 OBSERVEALLSAFETY PRECAUTIONS displayed on the equipment and/or
specified in the installation manual included with the dryer.
WARNING
DRYER MUST NEVERBE 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).

SECTION I
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .............................................................................................3
SECTION II
SPECIFICATIONS/COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ......................................5
A. Specifications ................................................................................................................................... 5
B. Component Identification ................................................................................................................. 7
SECTION III
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES ...............................................................................9
A. Location Requirements .................................................................................................................... 9
B. Unpacking/Setting Up .................................................................................................................... 10
C. Dryer Enclosure Requirements ....................................................................................................... 11
D. FreshAirSupply Requirements ...................................................................................................... 12
E. Exhaust Requirements .................................................................................................................... 13
F. Electrical Information ..................................................................................................................... 18
G. Gas Information ............................................................................................................................. 23
H. Steam Information .......................................................................................................................... 27
I. Preparation for Operation/Start-Up ............................................................................................... 31
J. Preoperational Tests....................................................................................................................... 32
K. Preoperational Instructions ............................................................................................................. 34
L. Shutdown Instructions .................................................................................................................... 36
SECTION IV
SERVICE/PARTS INFORMATION ........................................................................ 37
A. Service ........................................................................................................................................... 37
B. Parts............................................................................................................................................... 37
SECTION V
WARRANTY INFORMATION ................................................................................. 38
A. Returning Warranty Cards ............................................................................................................. 38
B. Warranty ........................................................................................................................................ 38
C. Returning Warranty Parts ............................................................................................................... 38
SECTION VI
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................... 40
A. Cleaning ......................................................................................................................................... 40
B. Adjustments ................................................................................................................................... 41
C. Lubrication ..................................................................................................................................... 41
Table of Contents

SECTION VII
PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF REPLACEMENT
COMPONENTS ............................................................................................................42
SECTION VIII
DATALABEL INFORMATION .................................................................................44
SECTION IX
MANUAL RESET BURNER HI-LIMIT INSTRUCTIONS .................................46
A. Phase 7 .......................................................................................................................................... 46
B. Dual Timer ..................................................................................................................................... 46
SECTION X
FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM (F.S.S.) .................................................................47

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SECTION I
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must befollowed to minimize 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 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 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 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 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 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 hazard.

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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 hazard.
7. A program should be established for the inspection and cleaning of lint in the heating unit area, exhaust
ductwork, and inside 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
hazard.
8. For personal safety, the dryer must 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 ground the dryer properly will VOID THE WARRANTY.
9. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should the dryer door switches, lint drawer switch, or the heat safety
circuit ever be disabled.
WARNING: PERSONAL INJURY OR FIRE COULD RESULT should the dryer door switches,
lint drawer switch, or the 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 hazard.
12. DO NOT operate steam dryers with more than 125 psi (8.62 bar) steam pressure. Excessive steam
pressure can damage steam coil and/or harm personnel.
13. READ AND FOLLOW ALL CAUTION AND DIRECTION LABELS ATTACHED TO THE
DRYER.
14. For safety, proper operation, and optimum performance, the dryer must not be operated with a load less
than sixty-six percent (66%), 50 lbs (22.67 kg) of its rated capacity.
WARNING: YOU MUST DISCONNECT AND LOCK OUT 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.
IMPORTANT:Dryer must be installed in a location/environment, which the ambient
temperature remains between 40º F (4.44º C) and 130º F (54.44º C).

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MAXIMUM CAPACITY (DRY WEIGHT) 75 lb 34 kg
TUMBLER DIAMETER 37” 94 cm
TUMBLER DEPTH 36” 91.5 cm
TUMBLER VOLUME 22.4 cu ft 634.2974 L
TUMBLER MOTOR 1 hp* 0.75 kW
DOOR OPENING (DIAMETER) 31-3/8” 79.7 cm
EXHAUST CONNECTION (DIAMETER) 10” 25.4 cm
DRYERS PER 20’/40’ CONTAINER 10 / 20
DRYERS PER 48’/53’ TRUCK 24 / 24
WATER CONNECTION 3/4-11.5 NH
VOLTAGE AVAILABLE 120-480v 1,3ø 2,3,4w 50/60 Hz
APPROX. NET WEIGHT 741 lb 336.1 kg
APPROX. SHIPPING WEIGHT 793 lb 359.7 kg
HEAT INPUT 200,000 Btu/hr 50,400 kcal/hr
AIRFLOW 900 cfm 25.48 cmm
INLET PIPE CONNECTION 3/4” F.N.P.T.
VOLTAGE AVAILABLE 208-480v 3ø 3,4w 50/60 Hz
APPROX. NET WEIGHT 741 lb 336.1 kg
APPROX. SHIPPING WEIGHT 793 lb 359.7 kg
AIRFLOW 900 cfm 25.48 cmm
OVEN SIZE
kW Btu/hr kcal/hr
30 102,433 25,812
36 122,919 30,975
VOLTAGE AVAILABLE 120-480v 1,3ø 2,3,4w 50/60 Hz
APPROX. NET WEIGHT 836 lb 379.2 kg
APPROX. SHIPPING WEIGHT 888 lb 402.8 kg
COMPRESSED AIR VOLUME 0.75 cfh 0.02 cmh
COMPRESSED AIR CONNECTION 1/8” F.N.P.T.
AIRFLOW 900 cfm 25.48 cmm
STEAM CONSUMPTION 239 lb/hr 108 kg/hr
OPERATING STEAM PRESSURE 125 psi max 8.6 bar
BOILER HP (NORMAL LOAD) 7 Bhp
SUPPLY CONNECTION 1” F.N.P.T.
RETURN CONNECTION 1” F.N.P.T.
SECTION II
SPECIFICATIONS/COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
A. SPECIFICATIONS
GasElectricSteam
Shaded areas are stated in metric equivalents 06/14/04
*ALL reversing dryers are supplied with two (2) 3-phase (3ø) motors standard: a 1 hp (0.74 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.

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NOTE: ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice or
obligation.
Specifications