American Dryer Corp. ADG-30DS Operator's Manual

ADC Part No. 112121SUPER AD-30Installation/Operator's ManualFor replacement parts, contact the distributor from which the dryerwas purchased orAm

6SECTION IISUPER AD-30 SPECIFICATIONSA. SPECIFICATIONS* Specifications noted are for 60 Hertz dryer models ONLY.** Specifications noted are for 50 H

7SUPER AD-30SpecificationsNOTE: ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time, without notice orobligation.

8SECTION IIIINSTALLATION PROCEDURESInstallation should be performed by competent technicians in accordance with local and state codes. In theabsence

9B. LOCATION REQUIREMENTSBefore installing the dryer, be sure the location conforms to local codes and ordinances. In the absence of suchcodes or or

10Dryers may be positioned side wall to side wall. However, a 1/16" minimum allowance must be made foropening and closing of the control door an

11D. FRESH AIR SUPPLYThe SUPER AD-30 air supply (make-up air) must be given careful consideration to assure proper performanceof each dryer. An unre

12E. EXHAUST REQUIREMENTSExhaust duct work should be designed and installed by a qualified professional. Improperly sized duct work willcreate exce

13SINGLE DRYER VENTINGIMPORTANT: For exhaust runs over 10 feet a minimum duct size of 10-inches must be used.HORIZONTAL VENTINGWhen single 10-inch ven

14If the length of the duct run or quantity of elbows used exceeds the above noted specifications, the cross sectionarea of the duct work must be incr

15MULTIPLE DRYER (Common) VENTINGHORIZONTAL VENTINGIf it is not feasible to provide separate exhaust ducts for each dryer, ducts for individual dryers

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

16Illus. C (refer to the previous page {page 15}) shows the minimum cross-section area for horizontal multipledryer venting. These figures must be in

17IMPORTANT VENTING REMINDERS1. Duct work size and installation should be done by a qualified professional.2. The dryer must be exhausted to the outdo

18F. ELECTRICAL INFORMATION1. Electrical RequirementsIt is your responsibility to have ALL electrical connections made by a properly licensed and com

19The electrical connections on ALL single-phase (1ø) gas andsteam dryers are made into the rear service box located at theupper left area of the drye

20If local codes permit, power to the dryer can be made by the use of a flexible U.L. listed power cord/pigtail (wire size must conform to rating of d

215. 3-Phase (3ø) Wiring ConnectionsThe only electrical input connections to the dryer are the 3-phase (3ø) power leads (L1, L2, L3, and sometimes Neu

22CAUTION: The dryer must be grounded. A ground lug has been provided for this purpose.IMPORTANT: A separate circuit serving each dryer must be provi

23NOTE: Contact Factory for electrical information not listed.NOTE: ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time, without noti

24G. GAS INFORMATIONIt is your responsibility to have ALL plumbing connections made by a qualified professional to assure that the gasplumbing instal

252. Technical Gas Dataa. Natural GasThe natural gas supply pressure to the dryer must be between 6 and 12 inches water column. If thepressure is too

IMPORTANTYOU MUST DISCONNECT and LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC SUPPLY and THE GASSUPPLY or THE STEAM SUPPLY BEFORE ANY COVERS or GUARDS AREREMOVED FROM THE MAC

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27Consistent gas pressure is essential at ALL gas connections. It is recommended that a 3/4-inch pipe gasloop be installed in the supply line serving

28H. STEAM INFORMATIONIt is your responsibility to have ALL plumbing connections made by a qualified professional to assure that the gasplumbing inst

29Install an inverted bucket steam trap and check valve at least 12-inches below the steam coil as near to thecoil as possible. A vacuum breaker shou

303. Steam Damper Air System ConnectionsThe pneumatic (piston) damper system requires a clean, dry, regulated external supply of compressed air.The ai

31NOTE: With the dryer off or with no air supply, the steam damper is in cool down mode as shown inDiagram 2.a. Steam Damper Air Piston (Flow Control

32I. PREPARATION FOR OPERATIONThe following items should be checked before attempting to operate the dryer:1. Read ALL "CAUTION," "WAR

33J. PREOPERATIONAL TESTSALL dryers are thoroughly tested and inspected before leaving the factory. However, a preoperational testshould be performed

34IMPORTANT: There is no regulator provided in an L.P. (liquid propane) dryer. The water columnpressure must be regulated at the source (L.P. tank), o

35K. PREOPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONSCOIN MODELS1. Automatic Mode (Microprocessor [Computer] Models)a. When turning on power or when no cycle is in progres

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

36IMPORTANT: If the door is opened during a cycle, both the heat and motor will stop. However, themicroprocessor controller (computer) will continue

374. Non-Microprocessor (Computer) Modelsa. Turn power on to the dryer.b. Insert coin(s) - rotary meter type ONLY.c. Select temperature by using rocke

38L. SHUT DOWN INSTRUCTIONSIf the dryer is to be shut down (taken out of service) for a period of time, the following MUST BE performed;1. Discontinu

39SECTION IVSERVICE/PARTS INFORMATIONA. SERVICE1. Only properly licensed or trained technicians should service the dryer. If service is required,

40SECTION VWARRANTY INFORMATIONA. RETURNING WARRANTY CARD(S)1. Before any dryer leaves the ADC factory test area, a warranty card (ADC Part No. 1122

412. Each part must be tagged with the following information:a. Model and serial numbers of the dryer from which part was removed.b. Nature of failure

42SECTION VIROUTINE MAINTENANCEA. CLEANINGA program and/or schedule should be established for periodic inspection, cleaning, and removal of lint fro

4390 DAYSInspect and remove lint accumulation in customer-furnished exhaust duct work system from dryer's internalexhaust ducting.WARNING: THE AC

44SECTION VIITROUBLESHOOTINGIMPORTANT: YOU MUST DISCONNECT and LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC SUPPLY andTHE GAS SUPPLY or THE STEAM SUPPLY BEFORE ANY COVERSor G

454. Failed microprocessor controller (computer).C. Drive motor (reversing) operates in one direction only...stops and restarts in same direction...1.

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463. Failed arc suppressor (A.S.) board (for Reversing Models ONLY).4. Failed microprocessor controller (computer).5. Failed 24 VAC transformer.H. Bot

47M. Microprocessor controller (computer) locks up and L.E.D. (light emitting diode) display readserroneous message(s) or only partial segments...1. T

484. Failed ignitor/flame-probe assembly.5. Failed Direct Spark Ignition (DSI) module.6. Failed gas valve.Q. No heat (for STEAM MODELS ONLY)...1. Faul

49a. Damper sticking closed.b. Leak in pneumatic (air) system.14. Failed electric oven elements (for ELECTRIC MODELS ONLY).S. Condensation on main doo

502. Insufficient make-up air.3. Dust and/or lint in burner.4. Insufficient gas pressure.DUAL TIMER MODELSA. Dryer will not start..both drive and blow

51F. Heating unit not operating (ALL temperature selections)...GAS MODELS1. Fault in sail switch circuit ...a. Sail switch out of adjustment and/or fa

522. Failed heat selector switchH. Dryer operates but is taking too long to dry load...1. Heating unit cycling on hi-limit thermostat (for GAS and ELE

535. Lint screen needs cleaning.6. Failed hi-limit thermostat.7. Failed oven contactor (relay) - for ELECTRIC MODELS ONLY.

54TIMING LEGENDSPIN TIMESwitch Position Number 1 2 3 4 5Time in Seconds* 30 60 90 120 150DWELL (STOP) TIMESwitch Position Number 1 2 3 4 5Time in Se

55When contacting American Dryer Corporation certain information is required to insure proper service / partsinformation from American Dryer. This inf

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56THE DATA LABEL1. MODEL DRYERThe model number is an ADC number which describes the size of the dryer and thetype of heat (gas, electric, or steam).2.

57SECTION XPROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OFREPLACEMENT COMPONENTS1. Microprocessor (computer) Boarda. Upon completing installation of the replaceme

58e. Open main door. The dryer must stop and ALL output indicator lights on the back side of themicroprocessor (computer) board must go out. (Refe

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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 the risk offire or explosion or to preven

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