American Dryer Corp. D3030 manual

JLA Limited Meadowcroft Lane, Halifax Road Ripponden West Yorkshire, England HX6 4AJ Telephone: 01422 822282 / Fax: 01422 824390 D30 Gas/DSI/Phase 7 Non-Coin with S.A.F.E. Installation Manual 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 inj[...]

“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. FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appli[...]

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. WARNING CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED TO[...]

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[...]

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

SECTION VII DA T A LABEL INFORMA TION ........................................................................ 44 SECTION VIII REVERSING TIMER SPIN/DWELL ADJUSTMENTS .................................. 46 SECTION IX PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS ............................................................ 47 SECTION X SENS[...]

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

4 B. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: For your safet y , the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injur y , 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 [...]

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 fir[...]

6 SECTION II SPECIFICA TIONS A. SPECIFICA TIONS Shaded areas are stated in metric equivalents 10/8/03 * A reversing dryer is available with 3-phase (3ø) 1/2 hp (0.373 kW) motors standard. ** Size of piping to dryer varies with installation conditions. Contact factory for assistance. *** Specify air-operated or electromechanical steam damper system[...]

7 SPECIFICA TIONS – GAS, ELECTRIC, OR STEAM NOTE: Manufacturer reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice or obligation.[...]

8 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-L A TEST EDITION (National Electr[...]

9 B. LOCA TION REQUIREMENTS Before installing the dryer, be sure the location conforms to local codes and ordinances. In the absence of such codes or ordinances the location must conform with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI.Z223.1 L A TEST EDITION, or in Canada, the installation must conform to applicable Canadian Standards: CAN/CGA-B149.1- M91 (Na[...]

10 C. DR YER ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS Bulkheads and partitions should be made of noncombustible materials and must be located a minimum of 12-inches (30.48 cm) above the dryer’s outer top; 18-inches (45.72 cm) for steam dryers, except along the front of the dryer which may be closed if desired. NOTE: Allowances must be made for opening the control [...]

11 D. FRESH AIR SUPPL Y REQUIREMENTS The air supply (make-up air) must be given careful consideration to assure proper performance of each dryer. An unrestricted source of air is necessary for each dryer. As a general rule, an unrestricted air entrance from the outdoors (atmosphere) of a minimum of 1 square foot (0.093 square meters) is required fo[...]

12 E. EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS 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, and shutdown of the burner by the airflow (sail) switch, burner hi-limit, or lint chamber hi-heat protector thermostat. The dr[...]

13 NOTE: As per the National Fuel Gas Code, “Exhaust ducts for Type 2 clothes dryers shall be constructed of sheet metal or other noncombustible material. Such ducts shall be equivalent in strength and corrosion resistance to ducts made of galvanized sheet steel not less than 0.0195-inches (26 gauge [0.05 mm]) thick.” SINGLE DRYER VENTING IMPOR[...]

14 VER TICAL VENTING When vertical single 8-inch (20.32 cm) venting is used (refer to Illus. B below ), the ductwork from the dryer to the outside outlet cannot exceed 55 feet (16.7 meters). This calculation compensates for the use of a maximum of three (3) elbows including the two (2) elbows creating the 180° (turned downward) outside outlet. Ill[...]

15 MUL TIPLE DR YER (COMMON) VENTING If it is not feasible to provide separate exhaust ducts for each dryer, ducts for individual dryers may be channeled into a common main duct. Each dryer is provided with a back draft damper. The individual ducts should enter the bottom or side of the main duct at an angle not more than 45° in the direction of t[...]

16 HORIZONT AL VENTING Illus. C VER TICAL VENTING Illus. D[...]

17 IMPOR T ANT VENTING REMINDERS 1. Ductwork size and installation should be done by a qualified professional. 2. The dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. 3. Ductwork should be routed as short as possible to the outdoors with as few elbows as possible. 4. Avoid 90° turns, use 30° or 45° turns instead. 5. The size of the ductwork must be a mi[...]

18 F . ELECTRICAL INFORMA TION 1. Electrical Requirements ALL electrical connections must be made by a properly licensed and competent electrician. This is to ensure 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, and workmanship [...]

19 2. Electrical Service Specifications IMPOR TANT: Figures shown are for non-reversing models onl y . For reversing models contact the factor y. a. Gas and Steam Models O nly * 3-Wire is available. 10/9/03 GA S AND STE AM ELECTR ICAL SERVICE SPECIF ICATIONS (PER DR Y ER) IMPORTANT : NOTES : A. B. C. 208 VAC AND 230/240 VAC ARE NOT THE SAME . When [...]

20 * 3-Wire is available. 10/9/03 IMPOR TANT: 3-phase (3ø) figures shown are for a 3-wire service onl y. ELECTR ICAL SERVICE SPECIF ICATIONS (PER DR Y ER) IMPORTANT : NOTES : A. B. C. 208 VAC AND 230/240 VAC ARE NOT THE SAME . When ordering, specify exact voltage . When fuses are used they must be dual element, time dela y, current limiting, class[...]

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-L A TEST EDITION, or in Canada, the installation must conform to applicable Canada Standards: Canadian [...]

22 A ground lug is provided in the rear electrical box to connect your service ground. FOR 1 10V APPLICA TIONS FOR 208-230/240V APPLICA TIONS Si ngle-Phase Electrical Lead Con nections Black + Positi ve Wh i te or Red + Neutral or L2 Green + Ground[...]

23 The neutral will only be used on 4-wire service. This is typical for 380-416 V , 50 Hz. b. Electrically Heated Models Only The only electrical input connections to the dryer are the 3-phase (3ø) power leads (L1, L2, L3, and sometimes neutral) and ground. Single-phase (1ø) power for the control circuit and for any single-phase (1ø) motors (if [...]

24 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[...]

25 2. Technical Gas Data a. Gas Specifications Shaded areas are stated in metric equivalents * Measured at gas valve pressure tap when the gas valve is on. b. Gas Connections Inlet connection ----------- 1/2” N. P .T. Inlet supply size ----------- 1/2” N. P .T. (minimum) Heat input (per dryer) --- 78,000 Btu/hr (19,656 kcal/hr) 1) Natural Gas R[...]

26 3. Piping Connections ALL components/materials must conform to National Fuel Gas Code Specifications ANSI Z223.1-L A TEST EDITION, or in Canada, CAN/CGA-B149.1-M91 (Natural Gas) or CAN/CGA-B149.2-M91 (Liquid Propane [L. P .] Gas) or L A TEST EDITION (for General Installation and Gas Plumbing), as well as local codes and ordinances and must be do[...]

27 Consistent gas pressure is essential at ALL gas connections. It is recommended that a 3/4-inch (19.05 mm) 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.) pres[...]

28 H. STEAM INFORMA TION It is your responsibility to have ALL plumbing connections made by a qualified professional to assure that the steam plumbing installation is adequate and conforms with local and state regulations or codes. Care must be exercised when leveling steam dryers into final position. After leveling the dryer, check the downward pi[...]

29 a. The pressure of the condensate in the steam supply line will cause water hammer and subsequent heat exchanger (steam coil) failure. The steam supply connection into the main supply line must be made with a minimum 10-inch (25.4 cm) riser. This will prevent any condensate from draining towards the dryer. b. The steam supply line to the dryer m[...]

30 4. Steam Damper Air System Connections The dryer 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. a. Air Requirements[...]

31 5. Steam Damper System Operation The steam damper, as shown in the illustration below , allows the coil to stay constantly charged eliminating repeated expansion and contraction. When the damper is opened, the air immediately passes through the already hot coil, providing instant heat to start the drying process. When the damper is closed, ambie[...]

32 6. Steam Damper Air Piston (Flow Control) Operation Adjustment Damper operation was tested and adjusted prior to shipping at 80 psi (5.51 bar). If damper air adjustment is necessary, locate the flow control valve and make the necessary adjustments as noted below .[...]

33 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, ” “ WARNIN G, ” 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, which is located on the [...]

34 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. Refer t[...]

35 NOTE: The sail switch can be checked for proper operation by opening the lint drawer. While pushing the lint drawer switch in, start a drying cycle. The heating unit should not activate (wait 30- seconds). If heat does activate, make the necessary adjustments to the sail switch. 5. Make a complete operational check of ALL operating controls. NOT[...]

36 d. Once the preprogrammed dryness level and cool down period have been reached, or the maximum automatic time has expired, the tone (buzzer) will sound for 5-seconds, and the light emitting diode (L.E.D.) display will read “donE,” at which time the dryer will shut off. NOTES: 1. If the Anti-Wrinkle program is active, the L.E.D. display will [...]

37 b. Select Temperature... The dryer will start, the light emitting diode (L.E.D.) display will read the temperature cycle selected, and the drying time portion of the L.E.D. display will read “00” and count upward as time elapses, or the vended time will count downward, depending on the program parameter setting. NON-COIN MODELS 1. To start t[...]

38 L. SHUTDOWN INSTRUCTIONS If the dryer is to be shutdown (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 shut[...]

39 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 distributor from whom the JLA equipment was purchased. If the distributor cannot be contacted or is unknown, contact the JLA Service Department for a distributor[...]

40 SECTION V WARRANTY INFORMA TION A. RETURNING W ARRANTY CARDS 1. Before any dryer leaves the 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 a w[...]

41 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 [...]

42 STEAM DRYERS Clean the steam coil fins. We suggest using compressed air and a vacuum cleaner with brush attachment. WARNING: 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 local air conditioning supply houses. 90 DAYS Inspect and remove lint accumulation i[...]

43 D. LINT DRA WER REMOV AL To remove the lint drawer from the dryer pull drawer out approximately halfway. Rotate/move lint drawer stop hinge (refer to the illustration below ) downward and pull the drawer out. IMPOR TANT: After replacing the lint drawer back into the dryer, be sure to rotate/move hinge back to the upward stop position.[...]

44 When contacting JLA , certain information is required to insure proper service/parts information from JLA . This information is on the data label, which is located on the left side panel area behind the top control (access) door. When contacting JLA , please have the model number and serial number available. SECTION VII DA T A LABEL INFORMA TION[...]

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

46 SECTION VIII REVERSING TIMER SPIN/DWELL ADJUSTMENTS Dual timer models with “reversing option” have an electric reversing timer in the electric service box, which is located in the upper rear area of the dryer. Both the dwell (stop) time and basket (tumbler) spin time are adjustable by mode selection switches located on the electronic timer ([...]

47 SECTION IX PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 1. Microprocessor Controller (Computer) Board a. Upon completing installation of the replacement microprocessor controller (computer) board, reestablish power to the dryer. b. Start the drying cycle. c. V erify that the applicable indicator lights on the back side of the micropr[...]

48 2. For Heat Control Module Ignition Circuit 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 keep the gas valve open...as[...]

49 The exclusive Sensor Activated Fire Extinguishing (S.A. F .E.) System will extinguish fires that may start in the drying basket (tumbler). A series of sensors positioned throughout the basket (tumbler) and interfaced with the microprocessor will trigger the S.A. F .E. system water jet(s) to quickly extinguish the flames. The water jet(s) remain [...]

50 BEFORE YOU START! CHECK LOCAL CODES AND PERMITS Call your local water company or the proper municipal authority for information regarding local codes. IMPOR TANT: It is your responsibility to have ALL plumbing connections made by a qualified professional to assure that the plumbing installation is adequate and conforms to local, state, and feder[...]

51 2. W ater Connections: The water connection is made to the 1/2” M. P .T. bushing of the electric water solenoid valve located at the rear upper left area of the dryer (refer to photo). The water solenoid valve has a 3/8” M. P .T. connection and a 1/2” bushing is supplied to provide the minimum 1/2” supply (feed) line. Flexible supply lin[...]

52 OPTIONAL MANUAL BYPASS Provisions are made in the dryer sensor activated fire extinguishing (S.A.F.E.) system for the installation of an optional manual bypass. Depending on the model dryer, the connections for the manual bypass are made at the “T” or “four way” fitting located in the outlet supply side of the water solenoid valve. The u[...]

53 Sensor Activated Fire Extinguishing (S.A.F.E.) System Theory of Operation While the dryer is in an idle state or 20-seconds after the heat turns off, the Phase 7 control monitors the S.A.F.E. system probe located in the top of the basket (tumbler) chamber and records the minimum temperature. If the minimum recorded S.A.F.E. system probe temperat[...]

54 Sensor Activated Fire Extinguishing (S.A.F.E.) System Parts Break Down Replacement parts can be obtained from your distributor or JLA . When ordering replacement parts from JLA , you can FAX your order to JLA at 01422 824390 or telephone your order directly to the JLA Parts Department at 01422 822282. Please specify the dryer model number and se[...]

55 Illus. No. Part No. Qt y. Description 1 822752 1 S.A.F.E. System Temperature Probe Assembly (includes illus. nos. 1 through 5) 2 154007 2 Push On Fastener 3 390390 1 Sensor Bracket ON LY 4 150301 2 #8-18 x 7/16” Phillips Pan Head TEK Screw 5 122647 1 Connector O NL Y ( does not include terminals)[...]

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