American Dryer Corp. ID-170 manuale d’uso

ADC Part No. 113331 ID-170 (HSI) Installation Manual For replacement parts, contact the reseller from which the dryer was purchased or American Dryer Corporation 88 Currant Road Fall River MA 02720-4781 Telephone: (508) 678-9000 / Fax: (508) 678-9447 E-mail: techsupport@amdry.com www.amdry.com 081701JEV/calbert WARNING: For your safety the informat[...]

Retain This Manual In A Safe 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 PRECA[...]

IMPORTANT YOU MUST DISCONNECT AND LOCKOUT 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. CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED TO PLAY ON[...]

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 OBSERVE ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS displayed on the equipment and/or specified in the installation manual included with the dryer. WARNING DRYER MUST NEVER BE OPERATED WITHOUT THE LINT FILTE[...]

Table of Contents SECTION I IMPORTANT INFORMATION .......................................................................... 3 A. Receiving and Handling ............................................................................................................... 3 B. Safety Precautions .............................................................[...]

SECTION VI ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ............................................................................ 43 A. Cleaning ................................................................................................................................... 43 B. Adjustments .............................................................................[...]

3 SECTION I IMPOR T ANT INFORMA TION 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 damag[...]

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 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 : The collection of lint in the burner area and exhaust ductwork can create a potential fi[...]

6 SECTION II SPECIFICA TIONS/COMPONENT IDENTIFICA TION A. SPECIFICA TIONS IMPORTANT : Gas dryers and steam dryers must be provided with a clean, dry, regulated 80 PSI +/- 10 PSI (0.68 bars +/- 5.51 bars) air supply. NOTE : ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice or obligation. M AXIMUM CAPACITY (DRY WEIGH[...]

7 NOTE : ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice or obligation. Specifications IDG-170 (Gas) IDS-170 (Steam)[...]

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

9 Illus. No. Description 1 Drive (basket [tumbler]) Motor 2 Drive Assembly 3 Blower Motor 4 Idler Assembly 5 Installation Label 6 Data Label 7 Heating Unit 2. Dryer Rear View[...]

10 SECTION III INST ALLA TION 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 Electri[...]

11 1. Leveling Dryer a. To level the dryer, place 4-inch (10.16 cm) metal shims or other suitable material under the base pads. It is suggested that the dryer be tilted slightly to the rear (refer to the illustration above ). b. The V-belts are disconnected from the basket (tumbler) drive motor for shipping. Reconnect V-belts before starting the dr[...]

12 2. If more headroom is needed when moving the dryer into position, the top console (module) may be removed. a. To Remove Top Console (module)... 1) Disconnect the ground wire (A in the illustration below ) located at the rear upper left corner of the dryer. 2) Remove the eight (8) sets of nuts and washers (B in the illustration below ) holding t[...]

13 3. Exhaust Ductwork NOTE: A transition piece for the exhaust is shipped inside the basket (tumbler). This transition piece is for locations with round exhaust ductwork. a. To install the transition piece, align the four (4) clinch studs into the four (4) clearance holes on the dryer. b. Using the four (4) free spin wash nuts (included with the t[...]

14 NOTE : When fire sprinkler systems are located above the dryers, a minimum of 18-inches (45.72 cm) above the dryer console (module) is required. Dryers may be positioned sidewall to sidewall, however, 1 or 2-inches (2.54 or 5.08 cm) is suggested for ease of installation and maintenance. Allowances must be made for the opening and closings of the[...]

15 D. FRESH AIR SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS 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.[...]

16 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[...]

17 a. Outside Ductwork Protection 1) To protect the outside end of the horizontal ductwork from the weather, a 90° 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 180° turn to point the opening downward. In eith[...]

18 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 (6.09 meters) more than the original limitations of 20 feet (6.09 meters) with two (2) elbows. When the ductwork approaches the maximum limits as noted in this manual, a profe[...]

19 NOTE : When the exhaust ductwork passes through a wall, ceiling, or roof made of combustible materials, the opening must be 2-inches (5.08 cm) larger than the duct (all the way around). The duct must be centered within this opening. a. Outside Ductwork Protection 1) To protect the outside end of the horizontal ductwork from the weather, a 90° e[...]

20 IMPORTANT : Exhaust back pressure measured by a manometer in the exhaust duct must be no less than 0 and must not exceed 0.3 inches (0.74 mb) of water column (W.C.). The ductwork should be smooth inside with no projections from sheet metal screws or other obstructions, which will collect lint. When adding ducts, the duct to be added should overl[...]

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22 F. ELECTRICAL INFORMATION 1. Electrical Requirements It is your responsibility to have ALL electrical connections made by a properly licensed and competent electrician to assure that the electrical installation is adequate and conforms to local and state regulations or codes. In the absence of such codes, ALL electrical connections, materials, a[...]

23 2. Electrical Service Specifications IMPORTANT : The dryer must be connected to the electric supply shown on the data label that is affixed to the left side panel area behind the top control (access) door. In the case of 208 VAC or 230/240 VAC, the supply voltage must match the electric service specifications of the data label exactly . WARNING [...]

24 The “LINE POWER” and the “GROUND” connections to the dryer must be made through the knock out hole at the top of the electric service/relay box. A strain relief must be used where the line power ground wires go into the electric service/relay box. Providing local codes permit, power connections to the dryer can be made by use of a flexib[...]

25 4. 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[...]

26 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[...]

27 b. Gas Connections: Inlet connection ---------- 1-1/2” N.P.T. Inlet supply size ---------- 1-1/2” N.P.T. (minimum) Btu/hr input (per dryer) - 550,000 (138,600 kcal/hr) 1) Natural Gas Regulation is controlled by the dryer's gas valve's internal regulator. Incoming supply pressure must be consistent between a minimum of 6.0 inches (1[...]

28 3. Piping/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 by [...]

29 IMPORTANT : The dryer and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa). NOTE : The dryer must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure test of [...]

30 H. STEAM INFORMA TION It is your responsibility to have ALL steam plumbing connections made by a qualified professional to assure that the installation is adequate and conforms with local and state regulations or codes. IMPORTANT : Failure to comply with the requirements stipulated in this manual can result in component failure which will VOID T[...]

31 b. The steam supply piping to the dryer must include a 12-inch (30.48 cm) rise along with a drip trap and check valve. This will prevent any condensate from entering the steam coil. c. Flexible hoses or couplings must be used. The dryer vibrates slightly when it runs and this will cause the steam coil connections to crack if they are hard piped [...]

32 4. Steam Damper Air System Connections The IDS-170 is manufactured with a pneumatic (piston) damper system which requires an external supply of compressed air. The air connection is made to the steam damper solenoid valve which is located at the rear inner top area of the dryer just in front of the electric service relay box. (Refer to the botto[...]

33 5. Steam Damper Air Piston (Flow Control) Operation Adjustment Although the steam damper operation was tested and adjusted prior to shipping at 80 PSI (5.51 bars), steam damper operation must be checked before the dryer is put into operation. Refer to the illustration above for correct steam damper operation. If steam damper adjustment is necess[...]

34 I. PREP ARA TION FOR OPERA TION/ST AR T -UP The following items should be checked before attempting to operate the dryer: 1. Read ALL " CAUTION ," " WARNING ," and " DIRECTION " labels attached to the dryer. 2. Check incoming supply voltage to be sure that it is the same as indicated on the dryer data label affixed [...]

35 J. PREOPERA TIONAL TESTS ALL dryers are thoroughly tested and inspected before leaving the factory. However, a preoperational test should be performed before the dryer is publicly used. It is possible that adjustments have changed in transit or due to marginal location (installation) conditions. 1. Turn on electric power to the dryer. 2. Make su[...]

36 IMPORTANT : There is no regulator provided in an liquid propane (L.P.) dryer. The water column (W.C.) pressure must be regulated at the source (L.P. tank) or an external regulator must be added to each dryer. b. Steam Models 1) Check to insure that the steam damper is functioning properly. a) The steam damper should not "slam" (open or[...]

37 9. Make a complete operational check of ALL operating controls. a. Microprocessor controller (computer) programs/selections... 1) Each microprocessor controller (computer) has be preprogrammed by the factory with the most commonly used parameter (program) selections. If computer changes are required, refer to the computer programming manual, whi[...]

38 K. COMPRESSED AIR REQUIREMENTS The model ID-170 dryer requires an external supply of compressed air (2.5 cfh @ 80 PSI [0.07 cmh @ 5.51 bars] for gas models and 3.25 cfh @ 80 PSI [0.09 cmh @ 5.51 bars] for steam models). For steam models, compressed air is necessary for the air operated steam damper. On both the steam model as well as the gas mod[...]

39 L. SHUT DOWN INSTRUCTIONS If the dryer is to be shut down (taken out of service) for a period of time, the following must be performed: 1. Discontinue power to the dryer either at the external disconnect switch or the circuit breaker. 2. Discontinue the heat supply: a. GAS MODELS ... discontinue the gas supply . 1) SHUT OFF external gas supply s[...]

40 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 [...]

41 SECTION V WARRANTY INFORMA TION A. RETURNING W ARRANTY CARDS 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 should you file[...]

42 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 part(s) being returned is for a replacement, a credit, or a refund. NOTE: If a part is marked fo[...]

43 SECTION VI ROUTINE MAINTENANCE A. CLEANING A program and/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 [...]

44 STEAM DRYERS Clean the steam coil fins. Suggest using compressed air and a vacuum cleaner with brush attachment. NOTE : When cleaning steam coil fins, be careful not to bend the fins. If fins are bent, straighten by using a fin comb , which is available from any local air conditioning supply house. 90 DAYS Remove lint from around basket (tumbler[...]

45 B. ADJUSTMENTS 7 DAYS AFTER INSTALLATION AND EVERY 6 MONTHS THEREAFTER Inspect bolts, nuts, screws, (bearing setscrews), gounding connections, and nonpermanent gas connections (unions, shutoff valves, and orifices). Fan (impellor) V-belts, along with the motor and drive belts should be examined and replaced if necessary. Tighten loose V-belts wh[...]

46 SECTION VII REVERSING TIMER SPIN/DWELL ADJUSTMENTS Timer models have an electronic reversing timer in the electrical service box which is located in the upper left rear area of the dryer. Both the dwell (stop) time and the basket (tumbler) spin time are adjustable by mode selection switches located on the electronic timer (as noted in the illust[...]

47 SECTION VIII DA T A LABEL INFORMA TION A. DA T A LABEL When contacting American Dryer Corporation , certain information is required to insure proper service/parts information from ADC . This information is on the data label that is affixed to the left side panel area behind the top control (access) door. When contacting ADC please have the model[...]

48 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[...]

49 SECTION IX PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 1. For Models With Hot Surface Ignition (HSI) Module (CE Version) a. Upon completing installation of the replacement HSI module, reestablish power to the dryer. b. The HSI module’s “red” indicator light will light for up to approximately 5-seconds (self check routine). If [...]

50 SECTION X BURNER AND BASKET (TUMBLER)/LINT CHAMBER MANUAL RESET HI-LIMIT INSTRUCTIONS IMPOR T ANT MANU AL RESET HI-LIMIT INSTR UCTIONS FOR PHASE 7 MODELS (GAS MODELS ONL Y) 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 m[...]

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