American Dryer Corp. MLG32PDB manual

ML G32PDB Installa tion Manual 30 lb Stac k ed Model Part No. 1 13062 - 16 RET AIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE A VERTISSEMENT : 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[...]

MLG32PDB “IMPOR T ANT NOTE T O 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 . W e have tried to make this manual as complete as possible and hope you will find it useful. The manufacturer re[...]

W ARNING UNDER NO CIRCUMST ANCES should the dryer door switches, lint door switches, or heat safety circuits ever be disabled. IMPOR T ANT YOU MUST DISCONNECT AND LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC SUPPL Y AND THE GAS SUPPL Y OR THE STEAM SUPPL Y BEFORE ANY COVERS OR GUARDS ARE REMOVED FROM THE MACHINE T O ALLOW ACCESS FOR CLEANING , ADJUSTING , INST ALLA TION, [...]

W ARNING The dryer must never be operated with any of the back guards, outer tops, or service panels removed. PERSONAL INJURY 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 . W ARNING DR YER MUST NEVER BE OPERA TED WITHOUT THE [...]

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

SECTION VI WARRANTY INFORMA TION .............................................................................. 2 7 A. Returning W arranty Cards ......................................................................................................... 27 B. W arranty ...................................................................................[...]

1 13062 - 16 Maytag Co. 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 shippin[...]

4 Maytag Co. 1 13062 - 16 B. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS W ARNING: 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. W ARNING: The dryer must never be operated with any of the back guards, outer tops, or service panels removed . PERSON[...]

1 13062 - 16 Maytag Co. 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. W ARNING: The collection of lint in the burner area and exhaust ductwork can create [...]

6 Maytag Co. 1 13062 - 16 ML G 32P D B M A XI M UM CAPACI TY ( DRY W EI GHT) 3 0 l bs BASKET ( T UM BLER) D I AMET ER 27 - 1/ 4” BASKET ( T U M BLER) DEPT H 3 0” BASKET ( T U M BLER) V OLU M E ( PER BASKET [ TUM BLER] ) 10 . 1 c u. f t . BASKET ( T U M BLER) M OTOR (2 P LACES) 1/ 2 HP DOOR OPENI NG - DI AM E TER ( 2 PL A C ES) 2 1- 1/ 2” A I [...]

1 13062 - 16 Maytag Co. 7 NOTE: Manufacturer reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice or obligation. Specifications[...]

8 Maytag Co. 1 13062 - 16 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- LA TEST EDITION (National Fuel Gas Code) or ANSI/NFP A NO. 70-LA TEST[...]

1 13062 - 16 Maytag Co. 9 2. The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water 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 be m[...]

10 Maytag Co. 1 13062 - 16 C. DR YER ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS Bulkheads and partitions should be made of noncombustible materials and must be located a minimum of 12-inches (18-inches or more is recommended for ease of installation, maintenance, and service) above the dryer outer top, except along the front of the dryer , which may be closed in if de[...]

1 13062 - 16 Maytag Co. 11 IMPOR T ANT : Make-up air openings should not be located near ductwork exhaust outlets. If make-up air openings are too close to the exhaust outlet, lint and fumes may be drawn back into the dryer area through these openings. NOTE: Component failure due to dry cleaning fumes will VOID THE W ARRANTY .[...]

12 Maytag Co. 1 13062 - 16 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 , overheating of the dryer , and shutdown of the burner by the airflow (sail) switches, burner hi-limit[...]

1 13062 - 16 Maytag Co. 13 NOTE: When the exhaust ductwork passes through a wall, ceiling, or roof made of combustible materials, the opening must be 2-inches larger than the duct (all the way around). The duct must be centered within this opening. NOTE: As per the National Fuel Gas Code, “Exhaust ducts for type 2 clothes dryers shall be construc[...]

14 Maytag Co. 1 13062 - 16 2. Multiple Dryer (Common) V enting 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 45° in the direction of the airflow . IMPOR T [...]

1 13062 - 16 Maytag Co. 15 IMPOR T ANT : DO NOT use screens, louvers, or caps on the outside opening of the exhaust ductwork. NOTE: In situations where a 10-inch exhaust duct is required or acceptable, to ease installation an 8-inch dryer exhaust outlet size to 10-inch exhaust duct increaser (transition piece) is available from the factory by order[...]

16 Maytag Co. 1 13062 - 16 F . ELECTRICAL INFORMA TION 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[...]

1 13062 - 16 Maytag Co. 17 3. Electrical Connections A wire diagram is located on the inside of the control (service) box for connection data. a . Single-Phase (1Ø) Hookup The electrical connections on ALL single-phase (1Ø) dryers are made into the junction box located at the upper rear of the dryer . A separate circuit servicing each dryer baske[...]

18 Maytag Co. 1 13062 - 16 Providing local codes permit, power to the dryer can be made by use of a flexible U.L. listed power cord or pigtail (wire size must conform to the rating of the dryer), or the dryer can be hard wired directly to the service breaker panel. In both cases, a strain relief must be installed where the wiring enters the dryer .[...]

1 13062 - 16 Maytag Co. 19 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 [...]

20 Maytag Co. 1 13062 - 16 2. T echnical Gas Data a . Gas Specifications * Measured at gas valve pressure tap when the gas valve is on. ** For elevations up to 2,000 feet. W .C. = W ater column in inches. N.P .T . = National Pipe Thread. b. Natural Gas Regulation is controlled by each gas valve’ s internal regulator . Incoming supply pressure mus[...]

1 13062 - 16 Maytag Co. 21 The size of the main gas supply line (header) will vary depending on the distance this line travels from the gas meter (or in the case of liquid propane [L.P .] gas, the supply tank), the number of tees, other gas-operated appliances on the supply line, etc. Specific information regarding supply line size should be determ[...]

22 Maytag Co. 1 13062 - 16 W ARNING: T est ALL connections for leaks by brushing on a soapy water solution (liquid deter gent works well). W ARNING: NEVER TEST FOR LEAKS WITH A FLAME!!! It is important that gas pressure regulators meet applicable pressure requirements and that gas meters be rated for the total amount of appliance BTUs being supplie[...]

1 13062 - 16 Maytag Co. 23 3) S tart the dryer by pressing the desired fabric setting. After the cycle is started, drying time will count down whether the door is closed or open. NOTE: The dryer can be stopped at any time by opening the main door . T o restart dryer , shut the main door and press desired fabric setting. 4) Open main door to stop th[...]

24 Maytag Co. 1 13062 - 16 BASKET (TUMBLER) COA TING The basket (tumbler) is treated with a protective coating. W e suggest dampening old garments or cloth material with a solution of water and nonflammable mild detergent and tumbling them in the basket (tumbler) to remove this coating. 6. Computer Programs and Selections Each microprocessor contro[...]

1 13062 - 16 Maytag Co. 25 SECTION IV OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS A. ST AR TING THE DR YER The dryer is available for use when the appropriate side of the microprocessor display reads “0 minutes” and the amount needed to start the dryer (i.e., “25”). Once the load has been put into the dryer and the main door is closed, start the dryer as follo[...]

26 Maytag Co. 1 13062 - 16 SECTION V 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 Maytag dealer from whom the equipment was purchased. If the dealer cannot be contacted or is unknown, contact the Maytag Co. for a deale[...]

1 13062 - 16 Maytag Co. 27 SECTION VI W ARRANTY INFORMA TION A. RETURNING W ARRANTY CARDS 1. Before any dryer leaves the manufacturer ’ s 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[...]

28 Maytag Co. 1 13062 - 16 SECTION VII 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 operatin[...]

1 13062 - 16 Maytag Co. 29 Remove lint from gas valve burner train area with a dusting brush or vacuum cleaner attachment. Remove any lint accumulation from the coin acceptor area, including the optical switch. Inspect and remove lint accumulation in customer furnished exhaust ductwork system and from the dryer ’ s internal exhaust ducting. W ARN[...]

30 Maytag Co. 1 13062 - 16 SECTION VIII DR YER DA T A LABEL INFORMA TION A. DA T A LABEL LOCA TION The dryer data label is located in the upper basket (tumbler) gas train area (left middle section of dryer) as shown in the photo below .[...]

1 13062 - 16 Maytag Co. 31 1. MODEL NUMBER – Describes the size of the dryer and the type of heat (gas, electric, or steam). 2. SERIAL NUMBER – Allows the manufacturer to gather information on your particular dryer . 3. MANUF ACTURING CODE NUMBER – The number issued by the manufacturer , which describes ALL possible options on your particular[...]

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