American Dryer Corp. Gas/HSI & Steam ID-120 Installation Manual

For replacement parts, contact the reseller from which the dryerwas purchased orAmerican Dryer Corporation88 Currant RoadFall River MA 02720-4781Telep

6GasSteamSECTION IISPECIFICATIONS/COMPONENT IDENTIFICATIONA. SPECIFICATIONS (GAS AND STEAM)IMPORTANT: Dryers must be provided with a clean, dry, regu

7NOTE: ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice orobligation.SpecificationsIDG-120 (Gas)IDS-120 (Steam)

8B. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION1. Dryer Front ViewIllus. No. Description1 Microprocessor Control/Keyboard (touch pad) Panel Assembly (controls)2 Control

92.Dryer Rear ViewIllus. No. Description1 Electrical Service Connections2 Top Console3 Heating Unit4 Relay/Wiring Box5 Data Label and Installation Lab

10SECTION IIIINSTALLATION PROCEDURESInstallation should be performed by competent technicians in accordance with local and state codes. In theabsence

1110. The dryer must be installed with provisions for adequate combustion and make-up air supply.CAUTION: This dryer produces combustible lint and mus

122. If more headroom is needed when moving dryer into position, the top console (module) may be removed.a. To Remove Top Console (Module)1) Disconnec

13C. DRYER ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTSEven though a 30-inch (76.2 cm) clearance is acceptable, it is recommended that the rear of the dryer beposition

14D. FRESH AIR SUPPLY REQUIREMENTSWhen the dryer is operating, it draws in room air, heats it, passes this air through the basket (tumbler), andexhau

15NOTE: Component failure due to dry cleaning solvent fumes will VOID THE WARRANTY.E. EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS1. General Exhaust Ductwork InformationExha

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16ALL ductwork should be smooth inside with no projections from sheet metal screws or other obstructions,which will collect lint. When adding ducts,

17IMPORTANT: Exhaust back pressure measured by a manometer at each basket (tumbler) exhaustduct area must be no less than 0 and must not exceed 0.3 in

18b. Outside Ductwork Protection1) To protect the outside end of the horizontal ductwork from the weather, a 90° elbow bent downwardshould be installe

19IMPORTANT: Exhaust back pressure measured by a manometer at each dryer exhaust duct areamust be no less than 0 and must not exceed 0.3 inches (0.74

20F. ELECTRICAL INFORMATION1. Electrical RequirementsIt is your responsibility to have ALL electrical connections made by a properly licensed and com

212.Electrical Service SpecificationsIMPORTANT: The dryer must be connected to the electric supply shown on the data label that isaffixed to the left

223. Electrical ConnectionsNOTE: A wire diagram is located in the front electrical control box for connection data.The only electrical input connectio

23G. GAS INFORMATIONIt is your responsibility to have ALL plumbing connections made by a qualified professional to assure that the gasplumbing instal

242.Technical Dataa. Gas Specificationsb. Gas Connections:Inlet connection ------------------1-inch F.P.T.Inlet supply size ------------------1-inch F

253.Piping/ConnectionsALL components/materials must conform to National Fuel Gas Code Specifications ANSI Z223.1-LATESTEDITION, or in Canada, CAN/CGA-

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

26NOTE: The dryer must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manualshutoff valve during any pressure test of the gas

27H. STEAM INFORMATIONIt is your responsibility to have ALL plumbing connections made by a qualified professional to assure that the gasplumbing inst

28a. The pressure of the condensate in the steam supply will cause water hammer and subsequent heatexchanger (steam coil) failure. The steam supply c

294.Steam Damper Air System ConnectionsThis dryer is manufactured with a pneumatic (piston) damper system, which requires an external supply ofcompres

306. Steam Damper Air Piston (Flow Control) Operation AdjustmentAlthough the steam damper operation was tested and adjusted prior to shipping at 80 PS

31I. COMPRESSED AIRThis dryer is manufactured with a pneumatic Air Jet damper system, which requires an external supply ofcompressed air of 0.75 CFH.

328. Be sure the lint drawer is securely in place.NOTE: LINT DRAWER MUST BE CLOSED TO ACTIVATE THE SAFETY SWITCHOTHERWISE THE DRYER WILL NOT START.9.

332) The dryer is equipped with a Hot Surface Ignition (HSI) system, which has internal diagnostics. Ifignition is not established after the first at

341) Both spin time and dwell (stop) time are adjustable (refer to page 43).BASKET (TUMBLER) COATINGThe basket (tumbler) is treated with a protective

35L. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSNOTE: Before attempting to start the dryer the main door must be closed and the lint drawer securelyin place.1. To start t

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

36M. 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

37SECTION IVSERVICE/PARTS INFORMATIONA. SERVICE1. Service must be performed by a qualified trained technician, service agency, or gas supplier. If s

38SECTION VWARRANTY INFORMATIONA. RETURNING WARRANTY CARDS1. Before any dryer leaves the ADC factory test area, a warranty card is placed on the back

392. 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 fa

40SECTION VIROUTINE MAINTENANCEA. CLEANINGA program and/or schedule should be established for periodic inspection, cleaning, and removal of lint from

41STEAM DRYERSClean the steam coil fins. Compressed air and a vacuum cleaner with brush attachment are suggested.NOTE: When cleaning steam coil fins

42B. ADJUSTMENTS7 DAYS AFTER INSTALLATION AND EVERY 6 MONTHS THEREAFTERInspect bolts, nuts, screws, (bearing setscrews), grounding connections, and

43SECTION VIIREVERSING TIMER SPIN/DWELL ADJUSTMENTSTimer models have an electronic reversing timer in the electrical service box, which is located in

44SECTION VIIIPROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECKOF REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS1. Microprocessor Controller (Computer) Boarda. Upon completing installation of t

451.For Models With Hot Surface Ignition (HSI) Module (CE Version)a. Upon completing installation of the replacement HSI module, reestablish power to

Table of ContentsSECTION IIMPORTANT INFORMATION ... 3A. Receiving and Ha

46SECTION IXDATA LABEL INFORMATIONA. DATA LABELContact American Dryer CorporationWhen contacting American Dryer Corporation certain information is re

47THE DATA LABEL1. MODEL NUMBERThe model number is an ADC number, which describes the size of the dryer and thetype of heat (gas, electric, or steam)

48I M P O R T A N TMANUAL RESET HI-LIMIT INSTRUCTIONSFOR PHASE 7 MODELSThis dryer was manufactured with a manual reset burner hi-limit and basket (

49(FOR DUAL TIMER MODELS)This dryer was manufactured with a burner manual reset hi-limit (gas models only) and basket (tumbler)/lint chamber hi-limit

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

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 dry mop heads. Contamination by wax or flammable solvents will create afire hazard.WARNING: DO NOT use heat for drying articles that