American Dryer Corp. Gas/Steam Models ML-82 Operator's Manual

ML-82Installation/Operator’s Manual101498GS/cjADC Part No. 113051(Gas/Steam Models)For replacement parts, contact the distributor from which the drye

6Specifications*ML-82(Gas and Steam ONLY)NOTE: ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time, without notice orobligation.

7B. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION1. Dryer Front ViewIllus. No. Description1 Controls2 Control (top access) Door Assembly3 Main Door Assembly4 Lint Compar

82. Dryer Rear ViewIllus. No. Description1 Heating Unit2 1/8" Compressed Air Supply Inlet(behind Electric Service Relay Box for Steam Models ONL

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

10B. UNPACKING/SETTING UPRemove protective shipping material (i.e., plastic wrap, and optional shipping box) from dryer.IMPORTANT: Dryer must be tran

11NOTE: Allowances must be made for opening the control door.Dryers may positioned side wall to side wall. However, a 1/16" minimum allowance

12IMPORTANT: Even though a minimum of only 12 inches is required, 18 inches or more issuggested. The additional clearance is advantageous for ease of

13To compensate for the use of registers or louvers used over the openings, this makeup air must be increased byapproximately thirty-three percent (33

14ALL duct work should be smooth inside with no projections from sheet metal screws or other obstructionswhich will collect lint. When adding ducts,

152. Single Dryer VentingWhere possible, it is suggested to provide a separate exhaust duct for each dryer. The exhaust duct shouldbe laid out in suc

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

16IMPORTANT: For extended duct work runs, the cross section area of the duct work can only beincreased to an extent. When the duct work approaches th

17IMPORTANT: Exhaust back pressure measured by a manometer at each dryer exhaust duct area shouldnot exceed .3" of water column.The duct work sho

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19F. ELECTRICAL INFORMATION1. Electrical RequirementsIt is your responsibility to have ALL electrical connections made by a properly licensed and co

202. Electrical Service SpecificationsIMPORTANT: The dryer must be connected to the electric supply shown on the data label thatis affixed to the back

213. Electrical ConnectionsNOTE: A wire diagram is located in the front electrical control box for connection data.a. GAS MODELS and STEAM MODELS ONL

22G. GAS INFORMATIONIt is your responsibility to have all plumbing connections made by a qualified professional to assure the gasplumbing installatio

23a. Gas Connections:Inlet connection 1 inch N.P.T.Inlet supply size 1 inch N.P.T. (minimum)Btu/hr input (per dryer) 270,0001.Natural GasRegulation is

243. PIPING AND CONNECTIONSALL components and materials must conform to national fuel gas code specifications. It is important thatgas pressure regul

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IMPORTANTYOU MUST DISCONNECT and LOCKOUT THE ELECTRICSUPPLY and THE GAS SUPPLY or THE STEAM SUPPLY BEFORE ANYCOVERS or GUARDS ARE REMOVED FROM

26H. STEAM INFORMATIONIt is your responsibility to have all steam plumbing connections made by a qualified professional to assure that theinstallation

27d. Shut-off valves for each dryer should be installed in the supply, return, and drip trap return lines. This willallow the dryer to be isolated fr

283. STEAM DAMPER AIR SYSTEM CONNECTIONSThe MLS-82 is manufactured with a pneumatic (piston) damper system which requires an external supply ofcompres

295. STEAM DAMPER AIR PISTON (FLOW CONTROL) OPERATION ADJUSTMENTAlthough the damper operation was tested and adjusted prior to shipping at 80 psi, ste

30I. PREPARATION FOR OPERATION/START-UPThe following items should be checked before attempting to operate the dryer:1. Read ALL "CAUTION,"

31J. PREOPERATIONAL TESTSALL dryers are thoroughly tested and inspected before leaving the factory. However, a preoperational testshould be performed

32Electrically Heated Dryersa. Check to insure that electric oven/contactor assembly is activating.4. Make a complete operational check of ALL safety

338. REVERSING MODELS ONLY - basket (tumbler) dryer should never be operated with less than a 30 lb.load (dry weight). The size of the load will affec

34L. 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

35SECTION IVSERVICE/PARTS INFORMATIONA. SERVICE1. Service must be performed by a qualified trained technician, service agency, or gas supplier. Ifs

FOR YOUR SAFETYDO NOT DRY MOP HEADS IN THE DRYER.DO NOT USE DRYER IN THE PRESENCE OF DRY CLEANING FUMES.WARNINGUNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should the door

36SECTION VWARRANTY INFORMATIONA. RETURNING WARRANTY CARD(S)1. Before any dryer leaves the ADC factory test area, a warranty card (ADC Part No. 1122

372. 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

38SECTION VIROUTINE MAINTENANCEA. CLEANINGA program or schedule should be established for periodic inspection, cleaning, and removal of lint from va

39STEAM DRYERSClean the steam coil fins. Suggest using compressed air and a vacuum cleaner with brush attachment.NOTE: When cleaning steam coil fins,

40C. LUBRICATION1. Impellor (fan) shaft bearing must be lubricated every three (3) months.2. The motor bearing, idler bearings, and tumbler bearings

41SECTION VIIPROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OFREPLACEMENT COMPONENTS1. Microprocessor (computer) Boarda. Upon completing installation of the replace

42Verify that the motor(s) heat, and door indicator lights on the back side of the microprocessor(computer) board are lit. (refer to the illustration

43 d. Open main door. The dryer must stop and ALL output indicator lights on the back side of the micro- processor (computer) board must go out.

44SECTION VIIIREVERSING TIMER SPIN/DWELLADJUSTMENTSDual timer models with "reversing option" have an electric reversing timer in the electr

45SECTION IXTECHNICAL INFORMATIONA. DATA LABELContact American Dryer CorporationWhen contacting American Dryer Corporation certain information is r

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

46THE 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.

ADC 113051 1- 11/03/98-15 2- 12/08/98-5 3- 02/01/99-54* 03/25/99-50 5- 05/25/99-100 6* 09/21/99-1007* 02/24/00-20 8- 02/25/00-150

SECTION VWARRANTY INFORMATION ... 36A. Returning Warranty Card(s) ...

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

4d. Clear the room, building, or area of ALL occupants.e. Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier&a

5BASKET (TUMBLER) DIAMETER 37" 94 cmBASKET (TUMBLER) DEPTH 36" 91.5 cmBASKET (TUMBLER) MOTOR 1/2 HP .373 kwBLOWER MOTOR 3 HP 2.238 kwD