American Dryer Corp. ML-96D manual

ADC Part No. 113125 For replacement parts, contact the reseller from which the dryer was purchased or American Dryer Corporation 88 Currant Road Fall River MA 02720-4781 T elephone: (508) 678-9000 / Fax: (508) 678-9447 E-mail: techsupport@amdry .com www .amdry .com 020200RF/pb W ARNING: For your safety the information in this manual must be followe[...]

Retain This Manual In A Safe Place For Futur e Refer ence 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. OBSER VE ALL SAFETY P[...]

IMPOR T ANT YOU MUST DISCONNECT and LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC SUPPL Y and THE GAS SUPPL Y BEFORE ANY COVERS or GUARDS ARE REMOVED FROM THE MACHINE TO ALLOW ACCESS FOR CLEANING , ADJUSTING , INST ALLA TION, or TESTING OF ANY EQUIPMENT per OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) ST ANDARDS. CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED TO PLA Y ON OR NEAR T[...]

W ARNING The dryer must never be operated with any of the back guards, outer tops, or service panels removed. PERSONAL INJUR Y or FIRE COULD RESUL T . IMPOR T ANT PLEASE OBSER VE ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS displayed on the equipment and/or specified in the installation manual included with the dryer . Dryers must not be installed or stored in an area w[...]

Table of Contents SECTION I IMPOR T ANT INFORMA TION ............................................................................... 3 A. Receiving and Handling ............................................................................................................... 3 B . Safety Precautions ....................................................[...]

SECTION VII PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS ....................................................................................................... 3 4 SECTION VIII DA T A LABEL/LOCA TION INFORMA TION ...................................................... 3 6 SECTION IX BURNER and BASKET (TUMBLER)/LINT CHAMBER MANUAL RESET [...]

3 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 packaging, and wooden skid should be visually inspected for shipping damage. If any damage what[...]

4 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 RES[...]

5 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. [...]

6 SECTION II SPECIFICATIONS/COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION A. SPECIFICATIONS IMPORTANT: Dryer must be supplied with clean, dry, and regulated air pressure at 80 PSI ± 10 PSI (5.51 bars ± 0.68 bars). NOTE : ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice or obligation. GAS MAXIMUM CAPACITY (DRY WEIGHT) 95 lbs. 43.1 kg[...]

7 NOTE : ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice or obligation. Specifications ML-96D[...]

8 B. COMPONENT IDENTIFICA TION 1. Dryer Front View Illus. No. Description 1 Microprocessor Control/Keyboard (touch pad) Panel Assembly (controls) 2 Control (top access) Door Assembly 3 Main Door Assembly 4 Lint Panel Assembly 5 Lint Door 6 Wire Diagram (located behind control door) 7 Top Console (module) Assembly[...]

9 Illus. No. Description 1 Electrical Service Connections 2 Top Console 3 Heating Unit 4 Relay/Wiring Box 5 Data Label and Installation Label 6 Air Connection 7 Exhaust Transition Piece 8 Optional Exhaust Damper Assembly - if damper option was purchased at time dryer order was placed; the damper must be installed at time of dryer installation. If d[...]

10 SECTION III INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Installation should be performed by competent technicians in accordance with local and state codes. In the absence of these codes, the installation must conform to applicable American National Standards: ANSI Z223.1- LATEST EDITION (National Fuel Gas Code) or ANSI/NFPA NO. 70-LATEST EDITION (National Electrica[...]

11 B. UNPACKING/SETTING UP Remove protective shipping material (i.e., plastic wrap and optional shipping box) from dryer. IMPORTANT : Dryer must be transported and handled in an upright position at ALL times. 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 remov[...]

12 1. Leveling Dryer To level dryer, place 4-inch (10.16 cm) square metal shims (refer to the illustration on page 11 ) or other suitable material under the base pads. It is suggested that the dryer be tilted slightly to the rear. If more headroom is needed when moving dryer into position, the top console (module) may be removed. a. To remove top c[...]

13 C. DR YER ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS Even though a 30-inch (76.2 cm) clearance is acceptable, it is recommended that the rear of the dryer be positioned approximately 36-inches (91.44 cm) from nearest obstruction (i.e. wall) for ease of installation, maintenance and service. Bulkheads and partitions should be made from noncombustible materials. The [...]

14 D. FRESH AIR SUPPL Y When the dryer is operating, it draws in room air, heats it, passes this air through the basket (tumbler), and exhausts it out of the building. Therefore, the room air must be continually replenished from the outdoors. If the make-up air is inadequate, drying time and drying efficiency will be adversely affected. Ignition pr[...]

15 E. EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS 1. General Exhaust Ductwork Information Exhaust ductwork should be designed and installed by a qualified professional. Improperly sized ductwork will create excessive back pressure which results in slow drying, increased use of energy, overheating of the dryer, and shutdown of the burner by the airflow (sail) switches, bu[...]

16 2. Single Dryer Venting Where possible, it is suggested to provide a separate exhaust duct for each dryer. The exhaust duct should be laid out in such a way that the ductwork travels as directly as possible to the outdoors with as few turns as possible. It is suggested that the use of 90° turns in the ducting be avoided ; use 30° or 45° angle[...]

17 IMPORTANT : For extended ductwork runs, the cross section area of the ductwork can only be increased to an extent. Maximum proportional ductwork runs cannot exceed 20 feet (6.1 meters) more than the original limitations of 20 feet (6.1 meters) with one (1) elbow for horizontal runs and three (3) elbows for vertical runs. When the ductwork approa[...]

18 3. Multiple Dryer (common) Venting If it is not feasible to provide separate exhaust ducts for each dryer, ducts from individual dryers may be channeled into a "common main duct." The individual ducts should enter the bottom or side of the main duct at an angle not more than 45º in the direction of airflow and should be spaced at leas[...]

19 a. Outside Ductwork Protection 1) To protect the outside end of horizontal ductwork from the weather, a 90º elbow bent downward should be installed where the exhaust exits the building. If the ductwork travels vertically up through the roof, it should be protected from the weather by using a 180º turn to point the opening downward. In either c[...]

20 Each dryer should be connected to an independently protected branch circuit. The dryer must be connected with copper wire only. DO NOT use aluminum wire, which could cause a fire hazard. The copper conductor wire or cable must be of proper ampacity and insulation in accordance with electric codes for making ALL service connections. NOTE : The us[...]

21 3. Grounding A ground (earth) connection must be provided and installed in accordance with state and local codes. In the absence of these codes, grounding must conform to applicable requirements of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA NO. 70-LATEST EDITION, or in Canada, the installation must conform to applicable Canada Standards: Canadian El[...]

22 G . GAS INFORMA TION It is your responsibility to have ALL plumbing connections made by a qualified professional to assure that the gas plumbing installation is adequate and conforms to local and state regulations or codes. In the absence of such codes, ALL plumbing connections, materials, and workmanship must conform to the applicable requireme[...]

23 2. Technical Gas Data a. Gas Specifications b. Gas Connections Inlet connection ----------- 1-inch N.P.T. Inlet supply size ----------- 1-inch N.P.T. (minimum) Heat input (per dryer) ---- 350,000 BTU /hr input - 88,200 kcal/hr 1) Natural Gas Regulation is controlled by the dryer's gas valve's internal regulator. Incoming supply pressur[...]

24 3. Piping and Connections ALL components/materials must conform to National Fuel Gas Code Specifications ANSI Z223.1-LATEST EDITION, or in Canada, 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), as well as local codes and ordinances and must be done[...]

25 Consistent gas pressure is essential at ALL gas connections. It is recommended that a 1-inch (2.54 cm) pipe gas loop be installed in the supply line servicing a bank of dryers. An in-line pressure regulator must be installed in the gas supply line (header) if the (natural) gas pressure exceeds 12.0 inches (29.9 mb) of water column (W.C.) pressur[...]

26 6. Be sure ALL side and base panels are on the dryer. 7. Check ALL service doors to insure that they are closed and secure. 8. Be sure the lint drawer is securely in place. IMPORTANT : LINT DRAWER MUST BE CLOSED TO ACTIVATE SAFETY SWITCH OTHERWISE THE DRYER WILL NOT START. 9. Rotate the basket (tumbler or drum) by hand to be sure it moves freely[...]

27 3) Once ignition is established, a gas pressure test should be taken at the gas valve pressure tap of each dryer to assure that the water column (W.C.) pressure is correct and consistent. NOTE : Water column pressure requirements (measured at the gas valve pressure tap): Natural Gas ..........................3.5 inches (8.7 mb) water column. Liq[...]

28 NOTE : The dryer can be stopped at any time by opening main door or by pressing the "STOP" key. To restart the dryer, press the "START" key or preprogrammed cycle key (i.e., key "E"). NOTE : Selection (setting) changes can be made at any time during the drying cycle by pressing the "STOP/CLEAR" key twice. [...]

29 SECTION IV SER VICE/P AR TS INFORMA TION A. SER VICE 1. Service must be performed by a qualified trained technician, service agency, or gas supplier. If service is required, contact the reseller from whom the ADC equipment was purchased. If the reseller cannot be contacted or is unknown, contact the ADC Service Department for a reseller in your [...]

30 SECTION V WARRANTY INFORMATION A. RETURNING W ARRANTY CARD(S) 1. Before any dryer leaves the ADC factory test area, a warranty card is placed on the back side of the main door glass. These warranty cards are intended to serve the customer where we record the individual installation date and warranty information to better serve you, if you file a[...]

31 2. 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 failure (be specific). c. Date of dryer installation. d. Date of part failure. e. Specify whether the parts being returned is for a replacement, a credit, or a refund. NOTE : If a part is marked for[...]

32 SECTION VI ROUTINE MAINTENANCE A. CLEANING A program or schedule should be established for periodic inspection, cleaning, and removal of lint from various areas of the dryer, as well as throughout the ductwork system. The frequency of cleaning can best be determined from experience at each location. Maximum operating efficiency is dependent upon[...]

33 2. Remove lint from gas valve burner area with a dusting brush or vacuum cleaner attachment. 3. Clean any lint accumulation in and around both the blower and drive motor casing openings. EVERY 6 MONTHS Inspect and remove lint accumulation in customer furnished exhaust ductwork system and from dryer's internal exhaust ducting. Drive and idle[...]

34 SECTION VII PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 1. For Models With Johnson Controls Direct Spark Ignition (DSI) Module (G760) Theory Of Operation: Start the drying cycle. When the gas burner ignites within the chosen trial for ignition time (6-seconds), the flame sensor detects gas burner flame and signals the DSI module to [...]

35 2. For Direct Spark Ignition (DSI) System Models Manufactured With ADC M odule Part No. 880815 a. Upon completing installation of the replacement DSI module, reestablish power to the dryer. b. Starting the drying cycle. c. The ignition DSI module’s light emitting diode (L.E.D.) indicator will light “red” for up to approximately 1.5-seconds[...]

36 SECTION VIII DATA LABEL/LOCATION INFORMATION A. DATA LABEL Contact American Dryer Corporation When contacting American Dryer Corporation certain information is required to insure proper service/parts information from American Dryer Corporation . This information is on the data label located to the left side panel/wall area behind the control doo[...]

37 THE DATA LABEL 1. MODEL NUMBER The model number is an ADC number, which describes the size of the dryer and the type of heat (gas, electric, or steam). 2. SERIAL NUMBER The serial number allows ADC to gather information on your particular dryer. 3. MANUFACTURING CODE NUMBER The manufacturing code number is a number issued by ADC, which describes[...]

38 SECTION IX BURNER and BASKET (TUMBLER)/ LINT CHAMBER MANUAL RESET HI-LIMIT INSTRUCTIONS (FOR PHASE 6 MODELS) This dryer was manufactured with a burner manual reset hi-limit and basket (tumbler)/lint chamber hi-limit thermostat, which is monitored by the Phase 6 computer. If either manual reset thermostat is open prior to start of the drying cycl[...]

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