American Dryer Corp. Wet Wash ML-79 Administrator Guide

ADC Part No. 113026
ML-79 WET WASH
Installation/Operator's Manual
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: [email protected]
122298GS/mt
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
vapor and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
WHAT DO YOU 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 dans
le voisinage de 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
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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Replacement parts can be obtained from your distributor or the ADC factory. When ordering replacement parts from the
factory, you can FAX your order toADC at [phone] or telephone your orders directly to the ADCPartsDepartmentat
[phone]. Please specify the dryermodelnumber andserialnumberin addition to thedescription andpartnumber,so
that your order is processed accurately and promptly.
Theillustrationson 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.
DATE OF PURCHASE MODEL NO.
DISTRIBUTORS NAME
Serial Number(s)
ML-79 WW
“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.
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.
OBSERVEALL 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 be posted near the dryer in a prominent location.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline 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 voisinage de cet
appareil ou de yout 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.
Important
For your convenience, log the following information:

IMPORTANT
YOU MUST DISCONNECT and LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC SUPPLY and THE GAS
SUPPLY BEFORE ANY COVERS or GUARDS ARE REMOVED FROM THE MA-
CHINE TO ALLOW ACCESS FOR CLEANING, ADJUSTING, INSTALLATION, or
TESTING OF ANY EQUIPMENT per OSHA(Occupational Safety and Health Administra-
tion) STANDARDS.
CHILDREN SHOULD NOTBEALLOWED TO PLAY ON OR NEAR THE DRYERS.
WARNING
CHILDREN SHOULD BESUPERVISED IF NEAR DRYERS IN OPERATION.
DRYER(S) SHOULD NEVER BE LEFT UNATTENDED WHILE IN OPERATION.
CAUTION
FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOTDRY MOP HEADS IN THE DRYER.
DO NOT USE DRYER IN THE PRESENCE OF DRY CLEANING FUMES.
WARNING
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should the door switch or the heat circuit devices
ever be disabled.
“Caution: Label all wires prior to
disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring
errors can cause improper operation.”
«Attention: Lordesopérationsd’entretien
des commandes étiqueter tous fils avant
de les déconnecter. Toute erreur de
câblage peut étre une source de danger et
de panne.»

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/operator's manual included with the dryer.
Dryers must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or
weather.
The wiring diagram for the dryer is located in the front electrical control box area.
DRYER MUST NEVER BE OPERATED WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER/SCREEN IN
PLACE...EVEN IF AN EXTERNAL LINT COLLECTION SYSTEM IS USED.
WARNING

Table of Contents
SECTION I .........................................................................................................3
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
A. Receiving and Handling ............................................................................................................... 3
B. Safety Precautions ....................................................................................................................... 4
SECTION II ........................................................................................................6
SPECIFICATIONS/COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
A. Specifications .............................................................................................................................. 7
B. Component Identification............................................................................................................. 8
SECTION III.......................................................................................................9
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
A. Location Requirements................................................................................................................ 9
B. Unpacking/Setting Up ............................................................................................................... 10
C. Dryer Enclosure Requirements ...................................................................................................11
D. Make Up Air Requirements ...................................................................................................... 12
E. Exhaust Requirements............................................................................................................... 14
F. Electrical Information ................................................................................................................ 18
G. Gas Information ........................................................................................................................ 21
H. Air Information ......................................................................................................................... 25
I. Preparation For Operation/Start-Up .......................................................................................... 26
J. Preoperational Tests .................................................................................................................. 27
K. Preoperational Instructions ......................................................................................................... 28
L. Shut Down Instructions .............................................................................................................. 28
SECTION IV.....................................................................................................29
SERVICE/PARTS INFORMATION
A. Service ..................................................................................................................................... 29
B. Parts ......................................................................................................................................... 29
SECTION V ......................................................................................................30
WARRANTY INFORMATION
A. Returning Warranty Card(s) ...................................................................................................... 30
B. Parts ......................................................................................................................................... 30
C. Returning Warranty Card(s) ...................................................................................................... 30

SECTION VI.....................................................................................................32
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
A. Cleaning ................................................................................................................................... 32
SECTION VII ...................................................................................................34
TROUBLESHOOTING
SECTION VIII ..................................................................................................41
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
SECTION IX .....................................................................................................42
PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF
REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS
AQUATEX HUMIDITY SENSOR INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................44

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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. If 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. If there is suspected damage or actual damage, the trucker's receipt should be so noted.
3. If 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. If 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. It 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. If you need assistance in handling the situation, please contact theADC Traffic Manager at [phone].
IMPORTANT:The dryer must be transported and handled in an upright position at all times.

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B. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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 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 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 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 solvent will create a
fire hazard.
WARNING:DO NOT use heat for drying articles that contain plastic, foam, sponge rubber, or
similarly textured rubberlike materials. Drying in a heated basket (tumbler) may damage
plastics or rubber and also may be a fire hazard.

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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 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 do so will VOID THE WARRANTY.
9. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should the dryer door switches, the lint drawer switch, or the 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 drying and cooling cycles have been complete can
create a fire hazard.
12. Replace leaking flexible steam hoses or other fixtures immediately. DO NOT operate the dryer with leaking
flexible hoses. PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT.
13. READ and FOLLOW ALL CAUTION and DIRECTION LABELS ATTACHED TO THE DRYER.
WARNING: YOU MUST DISCONNECT and LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC SUPPLY and
THE GAS SUPPLY BEFORE ANY COVERS orGUARDS ARE REMOVED
FROM THE MACHINE TO ALLOW ACCESSFOR CLEANING, ADJUSTING,
INSTALLATION, or TESTING OF ANYEQUIPMENT per OSHA (Occupational
Safety and Health Administratio) STANDARDS.

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Basket Diameter 37" 94 cm
Basket Depth 36" 152.4 cm
Basket Motor 1 HP .746 kw
Door Opening (Diameter) 31-3/8" 79.7 cm
Basket Volume 22.4 cu. ft. .634 cu. m.
Dryers per 20'/40' container 10/20
Dryers per 45'/48" Truck 24/24
Voltage Available 120-460v / 10-30 / 50/60 Hz
Approx. Weight (Uncrated) 721 lbs. 327 kg
Approx. Weight (Crated) 771 lbs. 349.7 kg
Heat Input 200,000 btu/hr 50,400 kcal/hr
Airflow 1,200 cfm 33.98 cmm
Inlet Pipe Size 3/4* 1.91 cm
Voltage Available 208-460v / 10-30 / 50/60 Hz
Approx. Weight (Uncrated) 721 lbs. 327 kg
Approx. Weight (Crated) 771 lbs. 349.7 kg
Airflow 1,200 cfm 33.98 cmm
SECTION II
SPECIFICATIONS / COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
A. SPECIFICATIONS
GasElectric
* Minimum of 3/4” pipe must be supplied to the gas inlet for each dryer
Shaded areas are stated in metric equivalents
IMPORTANT:Dryers must be provided with a clean, dry, regulated 80 PSI
(+/- 10 PSI) air supply.
NOTE:ADCreserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time, without notice or
obligation.