Page 2 - Retain This Manual In A Safe Place For Future Reference; “IMPORTANT NOTE TO PURCHASER”; Important
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 shoul...
Page 3 - IMPORTANT; Safety and Health Administration); CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED TO PLAY ON OR NEAR THE DRYERS.; CHILDREN SHOULD BE SUPERVISED IF NEAR DRYERS IN OPERATION.; DRYERS SHOULD NEVER BE LEFT UNATTENDED WHILE IN OPERATION.; CAUTION; DO NOT; DO NOT; USE DRYER IN THE PRESENCE OF DRY CLEANING FUMES.; WARNING
IMPORTANT YOU MUST DISCONNECT and LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC SUPPLY and THE GASSUPPLY or THE STEAM SUPPLY BEFORE ANY COVERS or GUARDS AREREMOVED FROM THE MACHINE TO ALLOW ACCESS FOR CLEANING, ADJUST-ING, INSTALLATION, or TESTING OF ANY EQUIPMENT per OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) STA...
Page 4 - DRYER MUST; Dryers; must not
WARNING The dryer must never be operated with any of the back guards, outer tops, or servicepanels removed. PERSONAL INJURY or FIRE COULD RESULT. IMPORTANT PLEASE OBSERVE ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS displayed on the equipment orspecified in the installation/operator's manual included with the dryer. The ...
Page 5 - Table of Contents
Table of Contents SECTION IIMPORTANT INFORMATION ........................................................................................................ 3 A . Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................................
Page 7 - SECTION I; IMPORTANT INFORMATION; A. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; service panels removed. PERSONAL INJURY or FIRE COULD RESULT.; EXPLOSION COULD RESULT.
3 SECTION I IMPORTANT INFORMATION A. 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 ...
Page 8 - WARNING: PERSONAL INJURY or FIRE COULD RESULT.; WARNING: YOU MUST DISCONNECT and LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC SUPPLY and
4 WARNING: DO NOT dry mop heads. Contamination by wax or flammable solvents will create a fire hazard. WARNING: DO NOT use heat for drying articles that contain plastic, foam, sponge rubber, or similarly textured rubber materials. Drying in a heated basket (tumbler) may damageplastics or rubber and ...
Page 9 - DRYERS PER 6m/12m CONTAINER; SECTION II; SPECIFICATIONS/COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION; Gas
5 BASKET ( TUMBLER ) DIAMETER 37" 94 cm BASKET ( TUMBLER ) DEPTH 36" 91.5 cm BASKET ( TUMBLER ) MOTOR 1/2 HP .373 kw BLOWER MOTOR 3 HP 2.238 kw DOOR OPENING (D IAMETER ) 21-1/2" 54.61 cm BASKET (T UMBLER ) VOLUME 22.4 cu. ft. .634 cu.m. DRYERS PER 20'/40' CONTAINER 10/20 DRYERS PER 6m/12...
Page 10 - Specifications
6 Specifications MLG-82 (Gas) MLS-82 (Steam) NOTE: ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time, without notice or obligation.
Page 11 - B. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
7 B. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 1. Dryer Front View Illus. No. Description 1 Controls 2 Control (top access) Door Assembly 3 Main Door Assembly 4 Lint Compartment Area (lint screen located behind door) 5 Lint Drawer 6 Data Label and Installation Label (located behind control [service] door)
Page 13 - SECTION III; ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
9 SECTION III 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 duct work system. The frequency of cleaning can best be determinedfrom experience at each locati...
Page 14 - NOTE: THE ACCUMULATION OF LINT IN THE EXHAUST DUCT WORK CAN
1 0 90 DAYS 1. Remove lint from around basket (tumbler), drive motors, and surrounding areas. 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. NOTE: To prevent da...
Page 15 - SECTION IV; DESCRIPTION OF PARTS; A. CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY
1 1 SECTION IV DESCRIPTION OF PARTS A. CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY The control panel assemble is made up of a keypad to enteryour selections, and a Phase 6 main computer board. Thecomputer controls all input and output functions of themachine. B. DOOR SWITCH ASSEMBLY The main door switch assembly is a sa...
Page 16 - F. TUMBLER BEARING ASSEMBLY
1 2 D. THE BASKET AND SUPPORT ASSEMBLY The basket and support assembly is designed for 80lbs. (36 km) of dry material. It is supported by a shaftand two (2) bearings. E. TEMPERATURE SENSOR BRACKET ASSEMBLY This bracket assembly is equipped with two (2)important devices. One is the temperature probe ...
Page 17 - G. IDLER ARM ASSEMBLY
1 3 G. IDLER ARM ASSEMBLY The idler arm/pulley has the purpose of taking thespeed of the motor and reducing it. Adding tourqueto the 18” (46 cm) basket pulley is also the functionof the idler arm/pulley. H. BLOWER MOTOR The blower/fan motor has only one purpose inthe dryer. It produces the airflow (...
Page 19 - M. REVERSING RELAY PANEL
1 5 M. REVERSING RELAY PANEL This panel is located in the back of the machineat the upper left hand corner. On this panel is anarc suppressor (A.S.) board which filters out“ n o i s e ” t h a t m i g h t g o t o t h e c o i l s o f t h econtactors. Also mounted on this panel are thedrive and blower/...
Page 20 - SECTION V; SERVICING; INTRODUCTION
1 6 SECTION V SERVICING INTRODUCTION ALL electrical and mechanical service or repairs should be made with the electrical power to the dryer disconnected (power off). WARNING: PERSONAL INJURY COULD RESULT. The information provided in this section should not be misconstrued as a device for use by an u...
Page 22 - B. IGNITION CONTROLS
1 8 4. Disassemble sensor probe from bracket assembly by removing the top push-on fastener securing the probe from bracket. Use a small screwdriver to slowly pry the fastener off. 5. Disconnect the two (2) orange wires from the high heat (225º F [107º C]) thermostat, and remove modular bracket conne...
Page 25 - To Replace Burner Tubes; To Replace HSI Module
2 1 To Replace Burner Tubes 1. Refer to “Replace Gas Valve” and follow Steps #1 through Step #6 . 2. Remove four (4) screws securing the Hot Surface Ignitor (HSI) module mounting bracket. 3. Remove front flanges of the burner tubes to the burner tube rest. 4. Remove the screws securing the burner tu...
Page 27 - To Replace Sail Switch; To Adjust Sail Switch; PERSONAL INJURY or FIRE COULD RESULT.; E. FRONT PANEL and MAIN DOOR ASSEMBLIES; IMPORTANT: UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES
2 3 To Replace Sail Switch 1. Discontinue electrical power to the dryer. 2. Remove the two (2) screws which hold the sail switch box cover to sail switch box. 3. Disconnect the two (2) wires from the switch. 4. Disassemble sail switch from mounting bracket by removing the two (2) screws securing swi...
Page 28 - To Replace Main Door Assembly; To Install New Main Door Glass
2 4 To Replace Main Door Assembly 1. Open main door. 2. Holding the door upward remove the two (2) screws from the top hinge block. 3. Lift the door up to remove. 4. Reverse this procedure for reinstalling new main door assembly. To Install New Main Door Glass 1. Remove main door assembly from dryer...
Page 29 - To Replace Front Panel; To Replace Main Door Hinge Block
2 5 7. After the curing period, install the main door on the dryer by reversing Step #4 through Step #1 . NOTE: Once the silicone is cured you may want to trim any excess silicone on the inside of the maindoor assembly. To Replace Front Panel 1. Discontinue electrical power to the dryer. 2. Remove b...
Page 30 - Installation
2 6 F. STEAM CONTROLS Installation Piping must be installed in accordance with good commercial steam system practice. See the illustration belowfor a typical pipe arrangement. To Replace Steam Coil (Damper System) 1. Discontinue electrical power to the dryer. 2. Remove the four (4) lock washers and ...
Page 33 - To Replace The Front Tumbler Bearing; H. IDLER SHAFT and BEARING ASSEMBLY; To Replace Idler Bearing
2 9 NOTE: If any rust has developed, use an emery cloth to polish the shaft. 5. Remove bolts securing bearing to bearing box and remove tumbler bearing. 6. Reverse procedure for installing new tumbler bearing. NOTE: Check alignment of pulleys before operating dryer. To Replace The Front Tumbler Bear...
Page 35 - To Replace The Tumbler And/Or Tumbler Support
3 1 7. Leave a larger gap from the inside ring on the top of the front panel opening to the tumbler, and a smaller gap on the bottomto compensate for the weight of the clothes being dried. 8. Tighten the four (4) hex head bolts on the sides of the bearing box, and the two (2) Allen head adjustment s...
Page 36 - V-Belt Tension Adjustment-Tumbler To Idler
3 2 f. Disconnect the main door switch harness at connector. IMPORTANT: When removing front panel assembly be careful not to damage door switch wires. 3. Loosen set screws on rear tumbler bearings. 4. Using a wheel puller gently push the tumbler shaft towards the front through the tumbler bearings. ...
Page 37 - V-Belt Tension Alignment - Motor To Idler
3 3 V-Belt Tension Alignment - Motor To Idler 1. Loosen two (2) bolts connecting idler arm to backup plate. 2. Back off on jam nut(s) on the adjusting bolt. 3. Loosen/tighten adjustment bolt to decrease/increase belt tension. 4. Tighten adjustment bolt jam nut(s). 5. Tighten the two (2) bolts loosen...
Page 38 - SECTION VI; PHASE 6 OPL SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS; IMPORTANT: You must DISCONNECT and LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC, GAS or
3 4 SECTION VI PHASE 6 OPL SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS IMPORTANT: You must DISCONNECT and LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC, GAS or STEAM SUPPLY BEFORE ANY COVERS or GUARDS ARE REMOVEDFROM THE MACHINE TO ALLOW ACCESS FOR CLEANING,ADJUSTING, INSTALLATION, or TESTING OF ANY EQUIPMENT perOSHA (Occupational Safety and Health...
Page 47 - SECTION VII; TROUBLESHOOTING
4 3 SECTION VII TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: YOU MUST DISCONNECT and LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC SUPPLY and THE GAS SUPPLY or THE STEAM SUPPLY BEFORE ANY COVERS orGUARDS ARE REMOVED FROM THE MACHINE TO ALLOW ACCESSFOR CLEANING, ADJUSTING, INSTALLATION, or TESTING OF ANYEQUIPMENT per OSHA (Occupational Safety a...
Page 51 - SECTION VIII; ELECTRICAL TROUBLESHOOTING
Page 52 - No Display Condition; Drive motor reverses but does not forward, blower motor runs
4 8 1. No Display Condition a . Check fuse 1 or 2 and if either are blown, replace. b. Take voltage reading across the microprocessor (J7) 9-pin connector pins 1 and 2. If no voltage is present at pins 1 and 2, double check the secondary (24 VAC) side of transformer at the blower motor contactornumb...
Page 53 - Blower motor does not operate, drive motor runs; Lint Door Condition
4 9 If there is voltage across the two BS3 terminals and no voltage across the coil of the reversing contactor(A1 and A2), the problem is bad wires or terminations between BS1 and the contactor coil. d. If there is no voltage between the two (2) BS3 terminals on the arc suppressor board, check for v...
Page 54 - Main Door Condition
5 0 d. If no voltage is present at J7 9-pin connector no. 3 to ground, then voltage should not be present at no. 5 to ground. Replace the microprocessor controller (computer). 6. Main Door Condition NOTE: Make sure main door and lint door are closed. Also, if checking either switch, the plungermust ...
Page 55 - SECTION IX; TECHNICAL INFORMATION
5 1 SECTION IX TECHNICAL INFORMATION The following section contains various technical information important to the service person in servicing andmaintaining the dryer. A. MOTOR PLATE (HIGH and LOW VOLTAGE) The motor plate is located on the side of the drive motor (see illustration) and contains a g...
Page 58 - MANUAL RESET HI-LIMIT INSTRUCTIONS; FOR PHASE 6 MODELS; HEATING UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH A
5 4 IMPORTANT MANUAL RESET HI-LIMIT INSTRUCTIONS FOR PHASE 6 MODELS This dryer was manufactured with a manual reset burner hi-limit thermostat which is monitored by the Phase 6computer. If the manual reset burner hi-limit thermostat is open prior to the start of the machine, the dryer willstart mome...
Page 60 - SECTION X; SERVICE/PARTS INFORMATION
5 6 SECTION X SERVICE/PARTS INFORMATION A. SERVICE 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 ADC equipment was purchased. If the distributor cannot be contacted or is unknown, contact...
Page 61 - SECTION XI; WARRANTY INFORMATION; model number; serial number; C. RETURNING WARRANTY PARTS
5 7 SECTION XI WARRANTY INFORMATION A. RETURNING WARRANTY 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 individualinstallation date and warra...
Page 62 - cannot
5 8 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 replacemen...
