American Dryer Corp. ADG-235 Operator's Manual

AD-230/AD-235Installation/Operator's ManualADC Part No. 112160For replacement parts, contact the distributor from which the dryerwas purchased or

6SECTION IISPECIFICATIONSADG-230NOTE: ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time, without notice orobligation.

7ADG-235NOTE: ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time, without notice orobligation.

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9SECTION IIIINSTALLATION PROCEDURESInstallation should be performed by competent technicians in accordance with local and state codes. In theabsence

10B. LOCATION OF THE DRYERBefore installing the dryer, be sure the location conforms to local codes and ordinances. In the absence of suchcodes or o

11C. DRYER ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTSBulkheads and partitions should be made of noncombustible materials and must be located a minimum oftwelve (12) inch

12IMPORTANT: Make-up air openings SHOULD NOT be located near duct work exhaustoutlets. If make-up air opening(s) are too close to the exhaust outlet,

13E. EXHAUST REQUIREMENTSExhaust duct work should be designed and installed by a qualified professional. Improperlysized duct work will create exce

14NOTE: Where the exhaust duct passes through a wall, ceiling, or roof made of combustiblematerials, the opening must be 2-inches larger (all the way

152.MULTIPLE DRYER (Common) VENTINGIf it is not feasible to provide separate exhaust ducts for each dryer, ducts from individual dryers may bechannel

Retain This Manual In A Safe Place For Future ReferenceReplacement parts can be obtained from your distributor or the ADC factory. When ordering repl

16ADG-230 and ADG-235MULTIPLE DRYER VENTINGwith 8" DIAMETER EXHAUST CONNECTIONS AT COMMON DUCTIMPORTANT: DO NOT use screens or caps on the outsid

17F. ELECTRICAL INFORMATION1. Electrical RequirementsIt is your responsibility to have ALL electrical connections made by a properly licensed and com

182. GroundingA ground (earth) connection must be provided and installed in accordance with state and local codes. Inthe absence of these codes, gro

19Providing local codes permit, power to the dryer can be made by use of a flexible U.L. listed power cord/pigtail(wire size must conform to the ratin

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21G. GAS INFORMATIONIt is your responsibility to have ALL plumbing connections made by a qualified professional to assure that the gasplumbing insta

22The input ratings shown on the dryer data label are for elevations up to 2,000 feet, unless elevationrequirements of over 2,000 feet were specified

23The size of the main gas supply line (header) will vary depending on the distance this line travels fromthe gas meter (or in the case of L.P. [liqui

24WARNING: Test ALL connections for leaks by brushing on a soapy water solution (liquiddetergent works well). NEVER TEST FOR LEAKS WITH A FLAME!!!It

252) Insert the proper number of coins into coin acceptor. Once the correct amount needed to start thedryer has been inserted, the L.E.D. display(s)

IMPORTANTYOU MUST DISCONNECT and LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC SUPPLY and THE GASSUPPLY BEFORE ANY COVERS or GUARDS ARE REMOVED FROM THEMACHINE TO ALLOW ACCESS

26NOTE: Water column pressure requirements (measured at the pressure tap of the gas valve body):Natural Gas ... 3.5 Inches Water ColumnL.P.

27J. SHUT DOWN INSTRUCTIONSIn the case where the dryer is to be shut down (taken out of service) for a period of time, the following MUSTBE performed

28SECTION IVOPERATING INSTRUCTIONSA. STARTING THE DRYERThe dryer is available for use when the appropriate microprocessor (computer) L.E.D. display r

292) Selection (setting) changes can be made at any time during the drying cycle by opening and closingthe main door and then making a new selection.3

30SECTION VSERVICE/PARTS INFORMATIONA. SERVICE1. Only properly licensed or trained technicians should service the dryer. If service is required, con

31SECTION VIWARRANTY INFORMATIONA. RETURNING WARRANTY CARD(S)1. Before any dryer leaves the ADC factory test area, a warranty card (ADC Part No. 1122

32a. The R.M.A. issued by the factory, as well as any other correspondence pertaining to the returned part(s),must be included inside the package with

33SECTION VIIROUTINE MAINTENANCEA. CLEANINGA program and/or schedule should be established for periodic inspection, cleaning, and removal of lint fro

3490 DAYSRemove lint from the motor air vents and surrounding area.IMPORTANT: Lint accumulation will restrict the airflow over the motor(s), causing o

35B. ADJUSTMENTS7 DAYS AFTER INSTALLATION and EVERY 6 MONTHS THEREAFTERInspect bolts, nuts, screws (bearing set screws), non-permanent gas connections

WARNINGThe dryer must never be operated with any of the back guards, outer tops, or servicepanels removed. PERSONAL INJURY or FIRE COULD RESULT.IMPOR

36SECTION VIIITROUBLESHOOTINGIMPORTANT: YOU MUST DISCONNECT and LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC SUPPLYand THE GAS SUPPLY BEFORE ANY COVERS or GUARDS AREREMOVED F

372. Microprocessor controller (computer) indicator is off (and the L.E.D. display does not read "door") ...a. Failed microprocessor control

38G. Microprocessor controller (computer) L.E.D. display reads "Hot" ...The "Hot" display condition indicates a possible overheati

39J. Microprocessor controller (computer) locks up and the L.E.D. display reads erroneous message(s)or only partial segments...1. Transient power volt

402. Fault in burner hi-limit circuit or thermostat.3. Fault in basket (tumbler) hi-limit circuit or thermostat.4. Failed Direct Spark Ignition (DSI)

416. Extractors (washers) not performing properly.7. Sail switch is fluttering ... restriction in exhaust.8. Failed microprocessor temperature sensor

42SECTION IXPROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OFREPLACEMENT COMPONENTS1. Microprocessor (computer) Boarda. Upon completing installation of the replaceme

432. Direct Spark Ignition (DSI) Systema. Upon completing installation of the replacementDirect Spark Ignition (DSI) module, reestablishpower to the d

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Table of ContentsSECTION IIMPORTANT INFORMATION ... 3A. RECEIVING and HAN

SECTION VIIITROUBLESHOOTING ... 36SEC

3SECTION IIMPORTANT INFORMATIONA. RECEIVING and HANDLINGThe dryer is shipped in a protective stretch wrap cover with protective cardboard corners an

4B. SAFETY PRECAUTIONSWARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize therisk of fire or explosion or to preven

5WARNING: DO NOT use heat for drying articles that contain plastic, foam, sponge rubber, orsimilarly textured rubber-like materials. Drying in a hea