American Dryer AD-202 User manual

ADC Part No. 113289-10
AD-202 / ADG-202DR
ML-202 / MLG-202DR
Installation Manual
Phase 7 / F.S.S. – Gas – DSI / Steam / Dual Timer
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.
American Dryer Corporation
88 Currant Road
Fall River MA 02720-4781 USA
Telephone: [phone] / Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
www.adclaundry.com

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. The illustrations included in this manual may not depict your particular dryer exactly.
Important
For your convenience, log the following information:
DATEOFPURCHASE____________________________________________________ MODELNO. ______________________
RESELLER’SNAME ________________________________________________________________________________________
Serial Number(s) ________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
Replacement parts can be obtained from your reseller or the ADCfactory. When ordering replacement partsfromthe factory,
you canFAX yourorder to ADCat [phone] ortelephone yourorder directly tothe ADCPartsDepartment at+1(508)
678-9000. Pleasespecify the dryer modelnumber and serialnumberin addition tothedescriptionand partnumber,so that
your order is processed accurately and promptly.
These instructions are only valid if the following country code is on the appliance… If this code is not present on the
appliance, it is necessary to refer to the technical instructions which will provide the necessary information concerning the
modification of the appliance to the condition of use for the country.
In accordance with EN ISO 3166-1, the names of countries shall be represented by the following codes:
GB United Kingdom
IE Ireland
“IMPORTANTNOTETOPURCHASER”
Informationmustbe obtained fromyourlocal gas supplier on
the instructions to be followed if the user smells gas. These
instructionsmustbepostedinaprominentlocationnearthedryer.
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.

IMPORTANT
YOUMUSTDISCONNECTANDLOCKOUTTHEELECTRICSUPPLYANDTHEGAS
SUPPLY OR THE STEAM SUPPLY BEFORE ANY COVERS OR GUARDS ARE
REMOVED FROM THE MACHINE TO ALLOW ACCESS FOR CLEANING,
ADJUSTING, INSTALLATION, OR TESTING OFANY EQUIPMENT PER OSHA
(OccupationalSafetyand HealthAdministration) STANDARDS.
WARNING
CHILDRENSHOULD NOTBEALLOWEDTOPLAYONORNEARTHEDRYER(S).
CHILDRENSHOULDBESUPERVISEDIFNEARDRYERSINOPERATION.
CAUTION
DRYERSSHOULDNEVERBELEFTUNATTENDEDWHILEINOPERATION.
“Caution:Label allwires prior to
disconnection when servicing
controls.Wiring errors can cause
improper operation.”
«Attention:Aumomentde l’entretien descommandes,
étiquetez tous les fils avant de les débrancher. Des
erreursdecâblagepeuvententraînerunfonctionnement
inadéquatetdangereux.»
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.
■Aflexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.
!WARNING

IMPORTANT
PLEASEOBSERVEALLSAFETYPRECAUTIONSdisplayedontheequipmentand/or
specified in the installation manual included with the dryer.
Dryer mustnot be installed or stored in an area where it willbe 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).
FORYOURSAFETY
DONOTDRYMOPHEADSINTHEDRYER.
DONOTUSEDRYERINTHEPRESENCE OFDRYCLEANINGFUMES.
WARNING
UNDERNOCIRCUMSTANCESshouldthedryerdoorswitches,thelintdrawerswitch,
or the heat safety circuit ever be disabled.
DONOTMODIFYTHISAPPLIANCE.
The dryer must never be operated with any of the back guards, outer tops, or service
panelsremoved. PERSONALINJURYORFIRECOULDRESULT.
DRYERMUSTNEVERBE OPERATEDWITHOUTTHELINTFILTER/SCREENIN
PLACE,EVENIFANEXTERNALLINTCOLLECTIONSYSTEMISUSED.
If a hi-limit switch trips (burner or exhaust), a service call is required to investigate
the reason and resolve the issue.

Table of Contents
SECTIONI
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS .................................................................................................................................................... 2
SECTIONII
SPECIFICATIONS/COMPONENTIDENTIFICATION ................................................................................................... 5
A. 202SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................5
B. 202DRSPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................................................8
C. 202(AGA)SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................................................. 10
D. COMPONENTIDENTIFICATION ........................................................................................................................ 12
SECTIONIII
INSTALLATIONPROCEDURES ...................................................................................................................................... 14
A. LOCATIONREQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................................................. 14
B. UNPACKING/ SETTINGUP ................................................................................................................................15
C. DRYERENCLOSUREREQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................................. 17
D. FRESHAIRSUPPLYREQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................... 18
E. EXHAUSTREQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................................... 19
F. ELECTRICALINFORMATION............................................................................................................................. 25
G. GASINFORMATION ........................................................................................................................................... 28
H. STEAM INFORMATION...................................................................................................................................... 32
I. PREPARATION FOR OPERATION / START-UP ................................................................................................. 36
J. PREOPERATIONALTEST ................................................................................................................................... 37
K. PREOPERATIONALINSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................................. 39
L. COMPRESSEDAIRREQUIREMENTS................................................................................................................. 40
M. SHUTDOWNINSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................................................ 41
SECTIONIV
SERVICE/PARTSINFORMATION ................................................................................................................................42
A. SERVICE ................................................................................................................................................................ 42
B. PARTS ................................................................................................................................................................... 42
SECTIONV
WARRANTYINFORMATION .......................................................................................................................................... 43
A. RETURNINGWARRANTYCARDS .................................................................................................................... 43
B. WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................................................ 43
C. RETURNINGWARRANTYPARTS ..................................................................................................................... 43
SECTIONVI
ROUTINEMAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................................... 45
A. CLEANING ............................................................................................................................................................ 45
B. ADJUSTMENTS ................................................................................................................................................... 47
C. LUBRICATION ..................................................................................................................................................... 47
SECTIONVII
DATALABELINFORMATION ......................................................................................................................................... 48
SECTIONVIII
PROCEDUREFORFUNCTIONALCHECKOFREPLACEMENTCOMPONENTS ..................................................... 49
SECTIONIX
MANUALRESETBURNERHI-LIMITINSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................ 51
SECTIONX
FIRESUPPRESSIONSYSTEM(F.S.S.) ........................................................................................................................... 52
SECTIONXI
PROGRAMMING ............................................................................................................................................................... 57

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SECTIONI
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Foryoursafety,theinformationinthismanualmustbefollowedtominimizetheriskof
fireor explosionor topreventproperty damage,personal injury,or lossof life.
WARNING: Thedryer must never be operated with anyofthebackguards,outer tops, or
servicepanelsremoved. PERSONALINJURYOR 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. DO NOT spray aerosols in the vicinity of this appliance while it is in operation.
3. 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.
4. 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 ALLoccupants.
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.
5. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or gas supplier.
6. Dryer(s) must be exhausted to the outdoors.
7. 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: Dryonlywaterwashed fabrics. DO NOTdryarticles spotted or washed in dry
cleaningsolvents,acombustibledetergent,industrialchemicals,or“allpurpose”cleaner.
EXPLOSIONCOULD RESULT.
WARNING: DONOT dryrags or articlescoatedor contaminated withgasoline,kerosene, oil,paint,
orwax. EXPLOSIONCOULDRESULT.
WARNING: DONOT dry mopheads. Contaminationby waxor flammable solventswill create a
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WARNING: DONOTuseheatfor drying articlesthat contain plastic,foam, sponge rubber,or
similarlytexturedrubberlikematerials. Dryinginaheatedtumblermaydamageplastics
orrubberand may be afirehazard.
8. The possible presence of residual quantities of aggressive or decomposed chemicals in the load may produce
damage to the machine and harmful fumes.
9. A program should beestablished 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: Thecollectionoflintintheburnerarea andexhaust ductworkcan createa potentialfire
hazard.
10. 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: Failuretoelectricallygroundthe dryerproperly willVOIDTHEWARRANTY.
11. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should the dryer door switches, the lint drawer switch, or the heat
safety circuit ever be disabled.
WARNING: PERSONALINJURYORFIRECOULDRESULTSHOULDTHE DRYER
DOORSWITCHES,THELINTDRAWERSWITCH,ORTHE HEATSAFETY
CIRCUITEVERBEDISABLED.
12. This dryer is not to be used in the presence of dry cleaning solvents or fumes.
13. Remove articles from the dryer as soon as the drying cycle has been completed.
WARNING: Articlesleftin thedryer afterthe dryingandcoolingcycleshavebeencompletedcan
createa fire hazard.
14. READ AND FOLLOW ALL CAUTION AND DIRECTION LABELS ATTACHED TO THE
DRYER.
15. For safety, proper operation, and optimum performance, the dryer must not be operated with a load less
than sixty-six percent (66%), 125 lb (56.69 kg) of its rated capacity.
WARNING: YOUMUSTDISCONNECTANDLOCKOUTTHEELECTRICSUPPLYAND
THEGASSUPPLYORTHESTEAMSUPPLYBEFOREANYCOVERSOR
GUARDSARE REMOVED FROMTHEMACHINETOALLOWACCESS
FORCLEANING,ADJUSTING,INSTALLATION, ORTESTINGOFANY
EQUIPMENTPEROSHA(OccupationalSafetyand HealthAdministration)
STANDARDS.
IMPORTANT: Dryermustbeinstalledin a location/environment,whichtheambient
temperatureremainsbetween40°F(4.44°C)and130°F(54.44°C).

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WARNING: Disconnectpowerbeforeresettingthe hi-limit. Thehi-limitislocatedon theleftsideof
theburnerbox, looking at theburnerfrom the back ofthedryer. Pressandrelease and
thehi-limitwillreset.
CE ONLY
IMPORTANT: Thisappliancemustonlybe installedandoperatedinthecountryof destination
indicatedonthe dryer’sdata plate. If theapplianceis to beinstalledand operated ina
countryother thantheone indicatedonthe dataplate, a dataplate amendmentmust
beobtained fromAmericanDryerCorporation.
IEC335 applies.
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MAXIMUM CAPACITY (DRY WEIGHT) 200 lb 90.72 kg
TUMBLER DIAMETER 55-5/8” 141.29 cm
TUMBLER DEPTH 43-1/2” 110.49 cm
TUMBLER VOLUME 61.20 c u ft 1732.99 L
TUMBLER / DRIVE MOTOR 3 hp 2.24 kW
BLOWER / FAN MOTOR 7 - 1 /2 hp 5.59 kW
DOOR OPENING (DIAMETER) 40-3 /4 ” 103.50 cm
DOOR SILL HEIGHT 34-5/8” 87.95 cm
WATER CONNECTION 3/4”-11.5 NH
DRYERS PER 20’/40’ CONTAINER 3 / 7
DRYERS PER 48’/53’ TRUCK 8 / 8
VOLTAGE AVAILABLE 208-575v 3ø 3,4w 50/60 Hz
APPROX. NET WEIGHT 2,100 lb 952.54 kg
APPROX. SHIPPING WEIGHT 2,166 lb 982.48 kg
AIRFLOW 50/60 Hz 4,200 cfm 118.9 cmm
HEAT INPUT 590,000 Btu/hr 148,678 kcal/hr
EXHAUST CONNECTION (DIAMETER) 20” 50.80 cm
COMPRESSED AIR CONNECTION 1 /4 ” Q ui c k C o nne c ti o n
COMPRESSED AIR VOLUME 4.25 cfh 0.12 cmh
INLET PIPE CONNECTION 1-1/2” F.N.P.T.
VOLTAGE AVAILABLE
N / A
APPROX. NET WEIGHT
APPROX. SHIPPING WEIGHT
AIRFLOW
EXHAUST CONNECTION (DIAMETER)
COMPRESSED AIR CONNECTION
COMPRESSED AIR VOLUME
OVEN SIZE
kW Btu/hr kcal/hr
VOLTAGE AVAILABLE 208-575v 3ø 3,4w 50/60 Hz
APPROX. NET WEIGHT 2,349 lb 1,065.49 kg
APPROX. SHIPPING WEIGHT 2,515 lb 1,140.78 kg
AIRFLOW 50/60 Hz 4,400 cfm 124.59 cmm
STEAM CONSUMPTION 540 lb/hr 245 kg/hr
OPERATING STEAM PRESSURE 125 psi max 8.62 bar
EXHAUST CONNECTION (DIAMETER) 20” 50.80 cm
COMPRESSED AIR CONNECTION 1 /4 ” Q ui c k C o nne c ti o n
COMPRESSED AIR VOLUME 4.25 cfh 0.12 cmh
BOILER HP (NORMAL LOAD) 14.5 Bhp
STANDARD SUPPLY CONNECTION (1) 1-1/2” N.P.T. (Female)
STANDARD RETURN CONNECTION (1) 1-1/2” N.P.T. (Female)
GAS
SECTIONII
SPECIFICATIONS/COMPONENTIDENTIFICATION
A. 202 SPECIFICATIONS
STEAM ELECTRIC
IMPORTANT: Dryer requires a clean, dry and regulated 80 PSI +/- 10 PSI (5.51 bar +/- 0.68 bar)
airsupply.
NOTE: ADCreservesthe righttomakechangesinspecificationsatanytimewithoutnotice or
obligation.
Shaded areas are stated in metric equivalents 1/6/15

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202 SPECIFICATIONS
STEAM WITH OPTIONAL STEEL STEAM COIL

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MAXIMUM CAPACITY (DRY WEIGHT) 200 lb 90.72 kg
TUMBLER DIAMETER 55-5/8” 141.29 cm
TUMBLER DEPTH 43-1/2” 110.49 cm
TUMBLER VOLUME 61.20 cu ft 1732.99 L
TUMBLER / DRIVE MOTOR 3 hp 2.24 kW
BLOWER / FAN MOTOR 7-1/2 hp 5.59 kW
DOOR OPENING (DIAMETER) 40-3/4” 103.50 cm
DOOR SILL HEIGHT 34-5/8” 87.95 cm
WATER CONNECTION 3/4”-11.5 NH
(North America)
3/4” B.S.P.T. (Outside North America)
DRYERS PER 20’/40’ CONTAINER 3 / 7
DRYERS PER 48’/53’ TRUCK 8 / 8
VOLTAGE AVAILABLE 208-575v 3ø 3,4w 50/60 Hz
APPROX. NET WEIGHT 2,100 lb 952.54 kg
APPROX. SHIPPING WEIGHT 2,166 lb 982.48 kg
AIRFLOW 2,600 cfm 73.6 cmm
HEAT INPUT 404,000 Btu/hr 101,874 kcal/hr
EXHAUST CONNECTION (DIAMETER) 1 2 ” 30.48 cm
COMPRESSED AIR CONNECTION 1/4” Quick Connection
COMPRESSED AIR VOLUME 4.25 cfh 0.12 cmh
INLET PIPE CONNECTION 1-1/2” F.N.P.T.
(North America)
1-1/2” B.S.P.T. (Outside North America)
B. 202DR SPECIFICATIONS
GAS
Shaded areas are stated in metric equivalents 7/25/14
IMPORTANT: Gas dryers mustbeprovided with a clean, dry, and regulated 80 psi ± 10 psi (5.51
bar ± 0.69 bar) air supply.
NOTE: ADCreservesthe righttomakechangesinspecificationsatanytimewithoutnotice or
obligation.

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202DR SPECIFICATIONS
WITH MANUAL VERTICAL DOOR

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MAXIMUM CAPACITY (DRY WEIGHT) 200 lb 90.72 kg
TUMBLER DIAMETER 55-5/8” 141.29 cm
TUMBLER DEPTH 43-1/2” 110.49 cm
TUMBLER VOLUME 61.20 cu ft 1732.99 L
TUMBLER / DRIVE MOTOR 3 hp 2.24 kW
BLOWER / FAN MOTOR 7-1/2 hp 5.59 kW
DOOR OPENING (DIAMETER) 40-3/4” 103.50 cm
DOOR SILL HEIGHT 34-5/8” 87.95 cm
WATER CONNECTION 3/4” B.S .P.T.
DRYERS PER 20’/40’ CONTAINER 3 / 7
DRYERS PER 48’/53’ TRUCK 8 / 8
VOLTAGE AVAILABLE 208-575v 3ø 3,4w 50 Hz
APPROX. NET WEIGHT 2,100 lb 952.54 kg
APPROX. SHIPPING WEIGHT 2,166 lb 982.48 kg
AIRFLOW 3,600 cfm 101.9 cmm
HEAT INPUT 470,000 Btu/hr 118,438 kcal/hr
EXHAUST CONNECTION (DIAMETER) 1 8 ” 45.72 cm
COMPRESSED AIR CONNECTION 1/4” Quick Connection
COMPRESSED AIR VOLUME 4.25 cfh 0.12 cmh
INLET PIPE CONNECTION 1-1/2” B.S.P.T.
C. 202 (AGA) SPECIFICATIONS
GAS
Shaded areas are stated in metric equivalents 7/25/14
IMPORTANT: Gas dryers mustbeprovided with a clean, dry, and regulated 80 psi ± 10 psi (5.51
bar ± 0.69 bar) air supply.
NOTE: ADCreservesthe righttomakechangesinspecificationsatanytimewithoutnotice or
obligation.

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202 (AGA) SPECIFICATIONS
WITH MANUAL VERTICAL DOOR

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D. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
1. Dryer Front View
Illus. No. Description
1 Microprocessor Control/Keypad PanelAssembly (controls)
2 Control (top access) Door Assembly
3 Main DoorAssembly
4 Lint Drawer
5 Lint Door
6 Wire Diagram (located behind control door)
7 Data Label and Installation Label
8 Top Console (module)Assembly

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2. Dryer Front Internal View
Illus. No. Description
1 Drive (tumbler) Motor
2 DriveAssembly
3 Blower Motor
4 IdlerAssembly
5 InstallationLabel
6 Data Label
7 Heating Unit

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SECTIONIII
INSTALLATIONPROCEDURES
Installation should be performed by competent technicians in accordance with local and state codes. In the
absence of these codes, the installation mustconform to applicableAmerican National Standards:ANSI Z223.1-
LATEST EDITION (National Fuel Gas Code) orANSI/NFPANO. 70-LATEST EDITION (National Electrical
Code) or in Canada, the installation must conform to applicable Canadian Standards: CAN/CGA-B149.1-M91
(Natural Gas) or CAN/CGA-B149.2-M91 (Liquid Propane [L.P.] Gas) or LATEST EDITION (for General
Installation and Gas Plumbing) or Canadian Electrical Codes Parts 1 & 2 CSAC22.1-1990 or LATEST EDITION
(for Electrical Connections).
A. LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Before installing the dryer, be sure the location conforms to local codes and ordinances. In the absence of such
codesorordinances the location mustconformwiththe National Fuel GasCodeANSI.Z223.1LATESTEDITION,
or in Canada, the installation mustconform to applicable Canadian Standards: CAN/CGA-B149.1-M91 (Natural
Gas) or CAN/CGA-B149.2-M91 (L.P. Gas) or LATEST EDITION (for General Installation and Gas Plumbing).
1. The dryer must be installed on a sound level floor capable of supporting its weight. Carpeting must be
removed from the floor area that the dryer is to rest on.
IMPORTANT: “Thedryer mustbeinstalledonnoncombustiblefloorsonly.”
2. The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather.
3. The dryer is for use in noncombustible locations.
4. Provisions for adequate air supply must be provided as noted in this manual (refer to Fresh Air Supply
Requirements in Section D).
5. Clearance provisions must bemade from combustible construction as noted in this manual (refer to Dryer
Enclosure Requirements in Section C).
6. Provisions must be made for adequate clearances for servicing and for operation as noted in this manual
(refer to Dryer Enclosure Requirements in Section C).
7. The dryer must be installed with a proper exhaust duct connection to the outside as noted in this manual
(refer to Exhaust Requirements in Section E).
8. The dryer must be located in an area where correct exhaust venting can be achieved as noted in this
manual (refer to Exhaust Requirements in Section E).
IMPORTANT: Thedryershouldbelocated whereaminimum amountof exhaustductwill be
necessary.
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CAUTION: Thisdryer produces combustiblelintand mustbeexhausted totheoutdoors. Every 6
months,inspecttheexhaustductingandremove anylintbuildup.
IMPORTANT: Thedryer mustbeinstalled inalocation/environment,whichthe ambient
temperatureremainsbetween40°F(4.44°C)and130°F(54.44°C).
B. UNPACKING / SETTING UP
Remove protective shipping material (i.e. plastic wrap and/or optional shipping box) from dryer.
IMPORTANT: Dryermustbetransported andhandled inan uprightpositionat ALLtimes.
The dryer can be moved to its final location while still attached to the skid or with the skid removed. To unskid
the dryer, locate and remove the four (4) lag bolts securing the base of the dryer to the wooden skid. Two (2) are
at the rear base and two (2) are located in the bottom of the lint chamber. To remove the two (2) lag bolts
located in the lint chamber area, remove the lint drawer and the three (3) Phillips head screws securing the lint
door in place.
1. Leveling Dryer
a. To level the dryer, place 4-inch (10.16 cm) square metal shims (refer to the illustration above) or
other suitable material under the base pads. It is suggested that the dryer be tilted slightly to the rear.
b. The V-belts are disconnected from the tumbler drive motor for shipping. Reconnect V-belts before
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2. If more headroom is needed when moving the dryer into position, the top console (module) may be removed.
To RemoveTop Console (module):
a. Disconnect the ground wire (A in the illustration below) located at the rear upper left corner of the
dryer.
b. Remove the eight (8) sets of nuts and washers (B in the illustration below) holding the console
(module) to the base.
c. Disconnect the white plug connector (C in the illustration below) located on the top of the rear
electric service/relay box (provides power to the heat circuit).
d. Disconnect air connection from the 3-way micro valve.
e. Lift the console (module) off of the dryer base.
IMPORTANT: Thedryer mustbe transported andhandled inanuprightpositionat ALLtimes.