American Dryer Corp. ML-145 Installation Manual

ADC Part No. 112247ML-145Installation ManualFor replacement parts, contact the reseller from which the dryerwas purchased orAmerican Dryer Corporation

6IMPORTANT: Steam dryers must be provided with a clean, dry, regulated 80 PSI +/- 10 PSI(552 kPa +/- 69 kPa) air supply.NOTE: ADC reserves the right t

7NOTE: ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice orobligation.SPECIFICATIONSML-145

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

92. Dryer Rear ViewIllus. No. Description1 Basket (tumbler) Drive Motor Assembly2 Blower (impellor/fan) Motor Mount Assembly3 Idler Bearing Mount Ass

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

11B. UNPACKING/SETTING UPRemove protective shipping material (i.e., plastic wrap, and/or optional shipping box) from dryer.IMPORTANT: Dryer must be t

12IMPORTANT: The dryer must be transported and handled in an upright position at ALL times.a. To Reconnect V-belts1) Remove hardware holding the back

13C. DRYER ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTSEven though a 12-inch (30.48 cm) clearance is acceptable, it is recommended that the rear of the dryer bepositioned

14IMPORTANT: Make-up air must be provided from a source free of dry cleaning solvent fumes.Make-up air that is contaminated by dry cleaning solvent fu

15E. EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS1. General Exhaust Duct Work InformationExhaust duct work should be designed and installed by a qualified professional. Imp

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16IMPORTANT: Exhaust back pressure measured by a manometer in the exhaust duct must notexceed 0.3 inches of water column (W.C.) - 0.74 mb.IMPORTANT: W

17a. Ducting (Horizontal and Vertical)1) For single dryer horizontal ducting the minimum duct size is 16-inches (40.64 cm) in diameter, theduct run sh

18b. Outside Duct Work Protection1) To protect the outside end of horizontal duct work from the weather, a 90° elbow bent downwardshould be installed

19The main duct may be any shape or cross-sectional area, so long as the minimum cross section area isprovided. The illustrations on page 20 show the

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21F. ELECTRICAL INFORMATION1. Electrical RequirementsIt is your responsibility to have ALL electrical connections made by a properly licensed and com

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

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

244.GroundingGrounding (earth) connections must be provided and installed in accordance with state and local codes. Inthe absence of these codes, gro

25G. GAS INFORMATIONIt is your responsibility to have ALL plumbing connections made by a qualified professional to assure that the gasplumbing instal

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

26b. Gas Connections:Inlet connection-------------------------------------- 1-1/4” F.P.T.Inlet supply size-------------------------------------- 1-1/

273.Piping/ConnectionsALL components/materials must conform to National Gas Code Specifications, or in CANADA, theCanadian Installation Codes (for Gen

28It is important that gas pressure regulators meet applicable pressure requirements and that gas meters berated for the total amount of ALL the appli

29H. STEAM INFORMATIONIt is your responsibility to have ALL plumbing connections made by a qualified professional to assure that the gasplumbing inst

30c. Flexible hoses or couplings must be used. The dryer vibrates slightly when it runs and this will cause thesteam coil connections to crack if the

314.Steam Damper Air System ConnectionsThe MLS-145 is manufactured with a pneumatic (piston) damper system which requires an external supplyof compres

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

33I. PREPARATION FOR OPERATION/START-UPThe following items should be checked before attempting to operate the dryer:1. Read ALL “CAUTION,” “WARNING,”

34J. PREOPERATIONAL TESTSALL dryers are thoroughly tested and inspected before leaving the factory. However, a preoperational testshould be performe

35IMPORTANT: The fan (impellor/blower) shaft rotation must be verified by removing the left sideaccess panel. When looking at the fan (impellor/blowe

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

368. A reversing basket (tumbler) should never be operated with less than a 100 pound (45.35 kg) load (dryweight). The size of the load will affect t

37L. COMPRESSED AIR REQUIREMENTSThe model ML-145 dryer requires an external supply of compressed air of 2.5 cfm at 80 PSI (0.07 cmm at 552kPa). For

38SECTION IVSERVICE/PARTS INFORMATIONA. SERVICE1. Service must be performed by a qualified trained technician, service agency, or gas supplier. If s

39SECTION VWARRANTY INFORMATIONA. RETURNING WARRANTY CARD(S)1. Before any dryer leaves the ADC factory test area, a warranty card is placed on the ba

402. 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

41SECTION VIROUTINE MAINTENANCEA. CLEANINGA program and/or schedule should be established for periodic inspection, cleaning, and removal of lint from

42STEAM DRYERSClean the steam coil fins. Compressed air and a vacuum cleaner with brush attachment are suggested.NOTE: When cleaning steam coil fins,

43B. ADJUSTMENTS7 DAYS AFTER INSTALLATION and EVERY 6 MONTHS THEREAFTERInspect bolts, nuts, screws, (bearing setscrews), nonpermanent gas connections

44SECTION VIIDATA LABEL LOCATION/INFORMATIONA. DATA LABELWhen contacting American Dryer Corporation, certain information is required to insure prope

45THE 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).2

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

46SECTION VIIIPROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECKOF REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS1. Microprocessor Controller (computer) Boarda. Upon completing installation of t

471) “FAN” (Blower) light emitting diode (L.E.D.) indicator2) “FOR” (Forward) output L.E.D. indicator3) “Rev” (Reverse) output L.E.D. indicator4) “Air

48e. Open main door. The dryer must stop and ALL indicator dots of the microprocessor controller (computer)light emitting diode (L.E.D.) display must

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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 tha