American Dryer Corp. ML-130 II Manuel d'installation

ADC Part No. 113314For replacement parts, contact the reseller from which the dryerwas purchased orAmerican Dryer Corporation88 Currant RoadFall River

6MAXIMUM CAPACITY (DRY WEIGHT) 130 lbs. 60 kgBASKET (TUMBLER) DIAMETER 44-1/2” 113 cmBASKET (TUMBLER) DEPTH 42-1/2” 107.9 cmBASKET (TUMBLER) MOTOR 3/4

7NOTE: ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice orobligation.NOTE: Operating height of steam dryer is 89-in

8B. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION1. Dryer Front ViewIllus. No. Description1 Microprocessor Control/Keyboard (touch pad) Panel Assembly (controls)2 Contro

92. Dryer Rear ViewIllus. No. Description1 Basket (tumbler) Drive Motor Assembly2 Blower Motor Mount Assembly3 Impellor (fan/blower) Assembly4 Idler B

10SECTION IIIINSTALLATION PROCEDURESInstallation should be performed by competent technicians in accordance with local and state codes. In theabsence

11CAUTION: This dryer produces combustible lint and must be exhausted to the outdoors. Every 6months, inspect the exhaust ducting and remove any lint

122. If more headroom is needed when moving dryer into position, the top console (module) may be removed.a. To Remove Top Console (Module)1) Disconnec

133. Exhaust Transition Piece (Gas and Electric Only!)a. Inside the basket (tumbler) of this dryer is anexhaust transition piece that must be installe

14C. DRYER ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTSEven though a 12-inch (30.48 cm) clearance is acceptable, it is recommended that the rear of the dryer bepositioned

15D. FRESH AIR SUPPLY REQUIREMENTSWhen the dryer is operating, it draws in room air, heats it, passes this air through the basket (tumbler), andexhau

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16IMPORTANT: Make-up air must be provided from a source free of dry cleaning solvent fumes.Make-up air that is contaminated by dry cleaning solvent fu

17ALL ductwork should be smooth inside with no projections from sheet metal screws or other obstructions,which will collect lint. When adding ducts,

182. Single Dryer VentingWhere possible, it is suggested to provide a separate exhaust duct for each dryer. The exhaust duct shouldbe laid out in suc

19IMPORTANT: For extended ductwork runs, the cross section area of the duct can only be increasedto an extent. Maximum proportional ductwork runs can

20The main duct may be any shape or cross-sectional area, so long as the minimum cross section area isprovided. The illustrations on page 21 show the

21MLG-130 II and MLE-130 II (Gas and Electric) with 14” (35.56 cm) Diameter2,150 cfm (60.88 cmm) Exhaust Connection at Common DuctMLS-130 II (Steam) w

22F. ELECTRICAL INFORMATION1. Electrical RequirementsIt is your responsibility to have ALL electrical connections made by a properly licensed and com

232. Electrical Service Specifications* AWG Stranded Type Wire ... size wire as per National Electrical Code or local codes.(Motor lead type wire is r

24IMPORTANT: The dryer must be connected to the electric supply shown on the data label that isaffixed to the left side panel/wall area behind the con

25IMPORTANT: The dryer must be connected to the electric supply shown on the data label that isaffixed to the left side panel/wall area behind the con

IMPORTANTYOU MUST DISCONNECT AND LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC SUPPLY AND THE GASSUPPLY OR THE STEAM SUPPLY BEFORE ANY COVERS OR GUARDS AREREMOVED FROM THE MA

263. Electrical ConnectionsNOTE: A wiring diagram is included with each dryer and is affixed to the rear upper right guard/panelof the dryer.The only

274. GroundingA ground (earth) connection must be provided and installed in accordance with state and local codes. Inthe absence of these codes, grou

28G. GAS INFORMATIONIt is your responsibility to have ALL plumbing connections made by a qualified professional to assure that the gasplumbing instal

292. Technical Gas Dataa. Gas Specificationsb. Gas Connections:Inlet connection -------------1-inch N.P.T.Inlet supply size -------------1-inch N.P.T.

303. Piping/ConnectionsALL components/materials must conform to National Fuel Gas Code Specifications ANSI Z223.1-LATESTEDITION, or in Canada, CAN/CGA

31IMPORTANT: The dryer and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gassupply piping system during any pressure testing of that syst

32H. STEAM INFORMATIONIt is your responsibility to have ALL steam plumbing connections made by a qualified professional to assure thatthe installatio

33a. The pressure of the condensate in the steam supply will cause water hammer and subsequent heatexchanger (steam coil) failure. The steam supply c

34COMPRESSED AIR SUPPLY AIR PRESSURENormal 80 PSI 5.52 barsMinimum Supply 70 PSI 4.83 barsMaximum Supply 90 PSI 6.21 barsShaded areas are stated in

356. Steam Damper Air Piston (Flow Control) Operation Adjustment SystemAlthough the damper operation was tested and adjusted prior to shipping at 80 P

WARNINGThe dryer must never be operated with any of the back guards, outer tops, or servicepanels removed. PERSONAL INJURY OR FIRE COULD RESULT.IMPOR

36I. PREPARATION FOR OPERATIONThe following items should be checked before attempting to operate the dryer:1. Read ALL “CAUTION,” “WARNING,” and “DIR

37J. PREOPERATIONAL TESTSALL dryers are thoroughly tested and inspected before leaving the factory. However, a preoperational testshould be performe

38c. Steam Models1) Check to insure that steam damper is functioning properly.a) The steam damper should not “slam” (open/closed) when it reaches the

392) Cool Down Timer3) Temperature Selection SwitchK. SHUT DOWN INSTRUCTIONSIf the dryer is to be shut down (taken out of service) for a period of ti

40NOTE: The dryer can be stopped at any time by opening main door or by pressing the “CLEAR/STOP” key. To restart the dryer, press the “ENTER/START”

41SECTION IVSERVICE/PARTS INFORMATIONA. SERVICE1. Service must be performed by a qualified trained technician, service agency, or gas supplier. If s

42SECTION VWARRANTY INFORMATIONA. RETURNING WARRANTY CARDS1. Before any dryer leaves the ADC factory test area, a warranty card is placed on the back

432. Each part must be tagged with the following information:a. Model number and serial number of the dryer from which part was removed.b. Nature of f

44SECTION VIROUTINE MAINTENANCEA. CLEANINGA program and/or schedule should be established for periodic inspection, cleaning, and removal of lint from

45STEAM DRYERSClean the steam coil fins. We suggest using compressed air and a vacuum cleaner with brush attachment.WARNING: When cleaning steam coil

Table of ContentsSECTION IIMPORTANT INFORMATION...3A. Receiving and Handling ..

46B. ADJUSTMENTS7 DAYS AFTER INSTALLATION AND EVERY 6 MONTHS THEREAFTERInspect bolts, nuts, screws (bearing setscrews), and nonpermanent gas connecti

47SECTION VIIDATA LABEL INFORMATIONA. DATA LABELContact American Dryer CorporationWhen contacting American Dryer Corporation, certain information is

48THE DATA LABEL1. MODEL NUMBERThe model number is an ADC number, which describes the size of the dryer and thetype of heat (gas, electric, or steam).

49SECTION VIIIREVERSING TIMER SPIN/DWELL ADJUSTMENTSTimer models have an electric reversing timer in the electric service box, which is located in the

50SECTION IXPROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECKOF REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS1. Microprocessor Controller (Computer) Boarda. Upon completing installation of the

511) "FAN" (Blower) output L.E.D. indicator2) "FOR" (Forward) output L.E.D. indicator3) "Rev" (Reverse) output L.E.D. in

52e. Open main door. The dryer must stop and ALL indicator dots of the microprocessor controller(computer) light emitting diode (L.E.D.) display must

53SECTION XBURNER AND BASKET (TUMBLER)/LINT CHAMBERMANUAL RESET HI-LIMIT INSTRUCTIONSI M P O R T A N TMANUAL RESET HI-LIMIT INSTRUCTIONSFOR TIMER OR P

54I M P O R T A N TMANUAL RESET HI-LIMIT INSTRUCTIONSFOR TIMER OR PHASE 5 WITHOUT HEAT FAULT(ELECTRIC or STEAM MODELS ONLY)This dryer was manufactured

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SECTION VIROUTINE MAINTENANCE ...44A. Cleaning ...

3SECTION IIMPORTANT INFORMATIONA. RECEIVING AND HANDLINGThe dryer is shipped in a protective stretch wrap cover with protective cardboard corners and

4B. SAFETY PRECAUTIONSWARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk offire or explosion or to preven

5WARNING: DO NOT use heat for drying articles that contain plastic, foam, sponge rubber, orsimilarly textured rubber materials. Drying in a heated ba