American Dryer Corp. AD-115ES II, Installation Manual

Page 1: ...er s instructions Ifyoucannotreachyourgassupplier call thefiredepartment Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier AVERTISSEMENT Assurez vous de bien suivrelesinstructionsdonnéesdanscettenotice pour réduire au minimum le risque d incendie ou d explosion ou pour éviter tout dommage matériel touteblessureoulamort Ne pas entreposer ni utili...

Page 2: ...depict your particular dryer exactly Important For your convenience log the following information DATE OFPURCHASE ________________________________ MODEL NO __________________________________________ RESELLER SNAME ________________________________________________________________________________________ Serial Number s _________________________________________________________________________________...

Page 3: ...nd HealthAdministration STANDARDS WARNING CHILDRENSHOULD NOTBEALLOWEDTOPLAYONORNEARTHEDRYER S CHILDRENSHOULDBESUPERVISEDIFNEARDRYERSINOPERATION CAUTION DRYERSSHOULDNEVERBELEFTUNATTENDEDWHILEINOPERATION FORYOUR SAFETY DONOTDRYMOPHEADSINTHEDRYER DONOTUSEDRYERINTHEPRESENCEOFDRYCLEANINGFUMES Caution Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper operati...

Page 4: ...ncluded with the dryer WARNING DRYER MUST NEVER BE OPERATEDWITHOUTTHE LINTFILTER SCREEN IN PLACE EVENIFANEXTERNALLINTCOLLECTIONSYSTEMISUSED Dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water or weather The wiring diagram for the dryer is located in the front electrical control box area IMPORTANT Dryer must be installed in a location environment which the ambient tem...

Page 5: ...ments 10 B UnpackingandSettingUp 11 C DryerEnclosureRequirements 14 D FreshAirSupplyRequirements 15 E ExhaustRequirements 16 F ElectricalInformation 24 G GasInformation 30 H SteamInformation 34 I Preparation For Operation and Start Up 38 J PreoperationalTests 39 K ShutdownInstructions 41 SECTION IV SERVICE PARTS INFORMATION 42 A Service 42 B Parts 42 SECTION V WARRANTY INFORMATION 43 A ReturningWa...

Page 6: ...ECTION VIII DATA LABEL INFORMATION 55 A Data Label 55 SECTION IX REVERSING TIMER SPIN DWELL ADJUSTMENTS 57 SECTION X PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 58 SECTION XI BURNER AND BASKET TUMBLER LINT CHAMBER MANUAL RESET HI LIMIT INSTRUCTIONS 61 Gas Models Only 61 Electric or Steam Models Only 62 ...

Page 7: ...ccepted but the number received and the number refused must be noted on the receipt 4 If you determine that the dryer was damaged after the trucker has left your location you should call the delivering carrier s freight terminal immediately and file a claim The freight company considers this concealed damage This type of freight claim is very difficult to get paid and becomes extremely difficult w...

Page 8: ...tely call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions f If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department 4 Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or gas supplier 5 Dryers must be exhausted to the outdoors 6 Although ADC produces a very versatile dryer there are some articles that due to fabric compositio...

Page 9: ...ERSONALINJURYOR FIRE COULD RESULT 10 This dryer is not to be used in the presence of dry cleaning solvents or fumes 11 Remove articles from the dryer as soon as the drying cycle has been completed WARNING Articlesleftinthedryerafterthedryingandcoolingcycleshavebeencompletedcan create a fire hazard 12 READ AND FOLLOW ALL CAUTION AND DIRECTION LABELS ATTACHED TO THE DRYER 13 For safety proper operat...

Page 10: ...NTAINER 4 8 DRYERS PER 45 48 TRUCK 9 10 VOLTAGE AVAILABLE 120 575v 1ø 3ø 3 4w 50 60 Hz APPROX WEIGHT UNCRATED 1 260 lbs 572 kg APPROX WEIGHT CRATED 1 400 lbs 635 kg HEAT INPUT 343 000 btuh 86 436 kcal hr AIRFLOW 2 100 cfm 59 5 cmm INLET PIPE CONNECTION 1 F P T OVEN SIZE KW BTUH 60 HZ KCAL HR 50 Hz 60 205 000 51 600 72 246 000 61 900 APPLIED VOLTAGE PHASE APPROX AMP DRAW KW 208 3ø 240 3ø 380 3ø 416...

Page 11: ...7 NOTE ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice or obligation Specifications ADG 115ES II Gas ADE 115ES II Electric ADS 115ES II Steam ...

Page 12: ...lus No Description 1 Microprocessor Control and Keyboard touch pad Panel Assembly controls 2 Control top access Door Assembly 3 Main DoorAssembly 4 Lint DoorAssembly 5 Lint Drawer 6 Wire Diagram located behind control door 7 Top Console module Assembly ...

Page 13: ... Assembly 2 Blower Motor Mount Assembly 3 Impellor fan blower Assembly 4 Idler Bearing MountAssembly 5 Basket tumbler Bearing Mount Assembly 6 Electric Service Relay Box 7 Heating Unit 8 Data Label and Installation Label Electric service connections are made in this box ...

Page 14: ...be installed on a sound level floor capable of supporting its weight Carpeting must be removed from the floor area that the dryer is to rest on IMPORTANT Thedryermustbeinstalledonnoncombustiblefloorsonly 2 The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and or weather 3 This dryer is for use in noncombustible locations 4 Provisions for adequate air supply mus...

Page 15: ...wooden skid Two 2 are located at the rear base remove the back panel for access and two 2 are located in the bottom of the lint chamber To remove the two 2 lag bolts located in the lint chamber area remove the lint drawer and the two 2 Phillips head screws securing the lint door in place NOTE Lint door cannot be removed totally from dryer due to a safety chain The chain is secured to the dryer and...

Page 16: ...re to reconnect the remaining belt 4 Replace back belt guard and hardware 3 If more headroom is needed when moving dryer into position the top console module may be removed a To remove top console module 1 Disconnect the ground wire A at the rear upper left hand corner of dryer 2 Remove the eight 8 sets of nuts and washers B holding the console module to base 3 Open the control door and control pa...

Page 17: ...E It is recommended that this joint be taped as well as ALL other duct joints to prevent moistureandlintfromescapingintothe building WARNING An exhaust duct transition piece is shipped inside of the dryer s tumbler and MUST be installed on the dryer s exhaust duct with the hardware provided BEFORE location venting is connected to the dryer THIS EXHAUST DUCT TRANSITION PIECE MUST BE INSTALLED FIRST...

Page 18: ...n place Ceiling areamust be located a minimum of 12 inches 30 48 cm above the top of the dryer IMPORTANT Even though a minimum of only 12 inches 30 48 cm is required 18 inches 45 72 cm or more is suggested for steam dryers and especially in cases where sprinkler heads are over the dryers NOTE When fire sprinkler systems are located above the dryers a minimum of 18 inches 45 72 cm above the dryer c...

Page 19: ...fm cubic feet per minute 59 5 cmm cubic meters per minute must be supplied to each dryer As a general rule an unrestricted air entrance from the outdoors atmosphere of a minimum of 3 square feet 0 28 square meters is required for each dryer To compensate for the use of registers or louvers used over the openings this make up air area must be increased by approximately thirty three percent 33 Make ...

Page 20: ...t dryer to the outside exhaust outlet must not exceed 20 feet 6 1 meters The shape of the ductwork is not critical so long as the minimum cross section area is provided It is suggested that the use of 90º turns in ducting be avoided use 30º or 45º angles instead The radius of the elbows should preferably be 1 1 2 times the diameter of the duct Excluding basket tumbler and dryer elbow connections o...

Page 21: ... duct for each dryer The exhaust duct should be laid out in such a way that the ductwork travels as directly as possible to the outdoors with as few turns as possible It is suggested that the use of 90 turns in ducting be avoided use 30 or 45 angles instead The shape of the exhaust ductwork is not critical so long as the minimum cross section area is provided IMPORTANT Minimum duct size for a gas ...

Page 22: ...THE DRYER IMPORTANT Exhaust back pressure measured by a manometer at the dryer exhaust duct area must be no less than 0 and must not exceed 0 3 inches 0 74 mb of water column W C It is suggested that the ductwork from each dryer not exceed 20 feet 6 1 meters with no more than three 3 elbows for a vertical duct including the dryer connection and outside outlets If the ductwork exceeds 20 feet 6 1 m...

Page 23: ...uctwork from the weather a 90 elbow bent downward should be installed where the exhaust exits the building If the exhaust ductwork travels vertically up through the roof it should be protected from the weather by using a 180 turn to point the opening downward In either case allow at least twice the diameter of the duct between the duct opening and nearest obstruction IMPORTANT DO NOT use screens l...

Page 24: ...VAC firm shouldbeconsulted for proper venting information IMPORTANT Exhaust back pressure measured by a manometer at the dryer exhaust duct area must be no less than 0 and must not exceed 0 3 inches 0 74 mb of water column W C The duct should be smooth inside with no projections from sheet metal screws or other obstructions which will collect lint When adding ducts the duct to be added should over...

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Page 26: ...gular duct must be increased twenty percent 20 for each additional 20 feet 6 1 meters The diameter of a round exhaust must be increased ten percent 10 for each additional 20 feet 6 1 meters Each 90 elbow is equivalent to an additional 30 feet 9 14 meters and each 45 elbow is equivalent to an additional 15 feet 4 57 meters IMPORTANT For extended ductwork runs the cross section area of the ductwork ...

Page 27: ...nd of the horizontal ductwork from the weather a 90 elbow bent downward should be installed where the exhaust exits the building If the exhaust ductwork travels vertically up through the roof it should be protected from the weather by using a 180 turn to point the opening downward In either case allow at least twice the diameter of the duct between the duct opening and nearest obstruction IMPORTAN...

Page 28: ...allation Codes CAN CGA B149 1 M91 Natural Gas or CAN CGA B149 2 M91 Liquid Propane L P Gas or LATEST EDITION IMPORTANT Failure to comply with these codes or ordinances and the requirements stipulated in thismanualcanresultinpersonalinjuryorcomponentfailure NOTE ComponentfailureduetoimproperinstallationwillVOIDTHEWARRANTY Each dryer should be connected to an independently protected branch circuit T...

Page 29: ...y to special order 3 wire systems ADG 115ES Reversing 3ø Motor Gas ADS 115ES Reversing 3ø Motor Steam ELECTRICAL SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS PER DRYER IMPORTANT NOTES A B C 208 VAC and 230 VAC ARE NOT THE SAME When ordering specify exact voltage When fuses are used they must be dual element time delay current limiting class RK1 or RK5 ONLY Calculate determine correct fuse value by applying either local...

Page 30: ...RE NOT THE SAME When ordering specify exact voltage NOTES A When fuses are used they must be dual element time delay current limiting class RK1 or RK5 ONLY Calculate determine correct fuse value by applying either local and or National Electrical Codes to listed appliance amp draw data B Circuit breakers are thermal magnetic industrial type ONLY For others calculate verify correct breaker size acc...

Page 31: ...RE NOT THE SAME When ordering specify exact voltage NOTES A When fuses are used they must be dual element time delay current limiting class RK1or RK5 ONLY Calculate determine correct fuse value by applying either local and or National Electrical Codes to listed appliance amp draw data B Circuit breakers are thermal magnetic industrial type ONLY For others calculate verify correct breaker size acco...

Page 32: ...ef must be used where the wires enter the dryer s electrical service relay box a Gas and Steam Models ONLY These electrical connections are made at the terminal block located in the electric service relay box at the rear upper left hand corner of the dryer To gain access into this service box the service cover upper back guard must be removed b Electric Models ONLY For electric models made to oper...

Page 33: ...hand corner of the dryer For added personal safety when possible it is suggested that a separate ground wire sized per local codes be connected from the ground connection of the dryer to a grounded cold water pipe DO NOT ground to a gas or hot water pipe The grounded cold water pipe must have metal to metal connections ALL the way to electrical ground If there are any nonmetallic interruptions suc...

Page 34: ...NING FIRE OR EXPLOSION COULD RESULT 1 Gas Supply The gas dryer installation must meet the American National Standard National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 LATESTEDITION or in Canada the Canadian Installation Codes CAN CGA B149 1 M91 Natural Gas or CAN CGA B149 2 M91 L P Gas or LATEST EDITION as well as local codes and ordinances and must be done by a qualified professional NOTE Undersizedgaspipingwil...

Page 35: ... at each gas valve pressure tap must be a consistent 10 5 inches 26 1 mb water column There is no regulator or regulation provided in an L P dryer The water column pressure must be regulated at the source L P tank or an external regulator must be added to each dryer Drill Material Size D M S equivalents are as follows Natural Gas 8 0 1990 5 0546 mm Liquid Propane Gas 31 0 1200 3 048 mm TYPE OF GAS...

Page 36: ... that a 1 inch 2 54 cm pipe gas loop be installed in the supply line servicing a bank of dryers An in line pressure regulator must be installed in the gas supply line header if the natural gas pressure exceeds 12 0 inches 29 9 mb of water column W C pressure IMPORTANT A water column pressure of 3 5 inches 8 7 mb for natural gas and 10 5 inches 26 1 mb for L P dryers is required at the gas valve pr...

Page 37: ...33 NOTE Thedryermustbeisolatedfromthegassupplypipingsystembyclosingitsindividualmanual shutoffvalveduringanypressuretestingofthegassupplypipingsystemattestpressuresequal to or less than 1 2 psig 3 5 kPa ...

Page 38: ... the acid attack of the steam coils IMPORTANT CoilfailureduetoimproperPHlevelwillVOIDTHEWARRANTY 2 Steam Requirements High Pressure Inlet 1 1 4 supply line connection quantity one 1 at top manifold Return 1 1 4 return line connection quantity one 1 at bottom manifold 3 Installation Instructions To insure that an adequate supply of steam is provided be sure that the steam supply lines and steam ret...

Page 39: ...ly and return mains if the dryer needs maintenance work e Install an inverted bucket steam trap and check valve for each unit at least 12 inches 30 48 cm below steam coil as close to the coil as possible 1 A trap with a capacity of 1 200 lbs 544 kg of condensate per hour at 125 PSI 8 61 bar is needed for each unit f A 3 4 inch 19 05 mm vacuum breaker should be installed for each unit in the piping...

Page 40: ...tion The ADS 115ES steam damper as shown in the top illustration Diagram 1 Heating Mode on page 37 allows the coil to stay constantly charged eliminating repeated expansion and contraction When the damper is opened the air immediately passes through the already hot coil providing instant heat to start the drying process When the damper is closed ambient air is drawn directly into the basket tumble...

Page 41: ...usted prior to shipping at 80 PSI 5 51 bar steam damper operation must be checked before the dryer is put into operation Refer to page 36 for instructions to check system damper system operation If damper air adjustment is necessary locate the flow control valve and make the necessary adjustments as noted below ...

Page 42: ...checked to assure that this important safety control is functioning 5 Check to be sure drive belts between idler pulley and motor pulley have been reconnected 6 GAS MODELS be sure that ALL gas shutoff valves are in the open position 7 Be sure ALL back panels guards and electric box covers have been replaced 8 Check ALL service doors to assure that they are closed and secured in place 9 Be sure lin...

Page 43: ...CLEAR STOP key To restart the dryer press the ENTER START key or preprogrammed cycle key i e E NOTE Pressing keyboard touch pad key A B C D or F will also start the dryer The six 6 preprogrammeddryingcycles A through F havebeenstoredinthe microprocessorcontroller s computer s memory Refertothecomputerprogramming manualsuppliedwiththisdryerforthesepreprogrammedcycles 4 Check to insure that the bask...

Page 44: ...ioning properly a The steam damper should not slam open closed when it reaches the end of piston travel Additionally the steam damper should not bind or stop during travel If either of these conditions occur the flow control must be adjusted Refer to the Cool Down Mode in the top illustration on page 37 for air adjustment instructions 6 Make a complete operational check of ALL safety related circu...

Page 45: ...rogrammed by the factory with the most commonly used parameter program selections If computer program changes are required refer to the computer programming manual which was shipped with the dryer b Dual timer dryers check 1 Heating Timer 2 Cool Down Timer 3 Temperature Selection Switch K SHUTDOWN INSTRUCTIONS If the dryer is to be shutdown taken out of service for a period of time the following m...

Page 46: ...andserialnumbersothatyourinquiryishandledinanexpeditiousmanner B PARTS 1 Replacement parts should be purchased from the reseller from whom the ADC equipment was purchased If the reseller cannot be contacted or is unknown contact the ADC Parts Department for a reseller in your area Parts may also be purchased directly from the factory by calling the ADC Parts Department at 508 678 9000 or you may F...

Page 47: ...m you purchased the equipment and request a dryer warranty form If the reseller cannot be contacted or is unknown warranty information can be obtained from the factory by contacting the ADC Warranty Department at 508 678 9000 NOTE Whenever contacting theADC factory for warranty information be sure to have the dryer s model number and serial numberavailable so that your inquiry can be handled in an...

Page 48: ...d in transit Damage claims are the responsibility of the shipper IMPORTANT No replacements credits or refunds will be issued for merchandise damaged in transit 5 ALL returns should be shipped to the ADC factory in such a manner that they are insured and a proof of delivery can be obtained by the sender 6 Shipping charges are not the responsibility of ADC ALL returns should be prepaid to the factor...

Page 49: ...EATEAPOTENTIALFIRE HAZARD WARNING KEEPDRYERAREACLEARAND FREE FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS GASOLINE AND OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORSAND LIQUIDS NOTE Suggested time intervals shown are for average usage which is considered six 6 to eight 8 operational running hoursperday IMPORTANT Dryer produces combustible lint and must be exhausted to the outdoors Every 6 months inspecttheexhaustductingandremoveanylintbui...

Page 50: ...r fan blower shaft bearings should be lubricated using Shell Alvania grease NLGI 2 or its equivalent Generically this grease would be described as an NLGI grade 2 multipurpose industrial with a lithium thickener and mineral base oil 6 MONTHS Inspect and remove lint accumulation in customer furnished exhaust ductwork system and from dryer s internal exhaust ducting WARNING THEACCUMULATION OFLINTIN ...

Page 51: ...tional check of ALL safety devices door switch lint drawer switch sail switch burner and hi limit thermostats C LUBRICATION The motor bearings and under normal most conditions the basket tumbler and idler bearings are permanently lubricated It is physically possible to relubricate the basket tumbler bearings if you choose to do so even though this practice may not be necessary Use Shell Alvania 2 ...

Page 52: ...should always be checked for failure before being returned to the factory IMPORTANT When replacing blown fuses the replacement must beof the exact rating as the fuse being replaced The information provided should not be misconstrued as a handbook for use by an untrained person making repairs WARNING ALL SERVICEAND TROUBLESHOOTING SHOULD BE PERFORMED BYA QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALOR SERVICEAGENCY WARNI...

Page 53: ...ailed idler bearings or basket tumbler bearings E Blower motor is not operating does not start 1 Failed blower motor contactor relay 2 Failed arc suppressor A S board 3 Failed motor 4 Failed microprocessor controller computer F Blower motor operates okay for a few minutes and then stops and will not restart 1 Motor is overheating and tripping out on internal overload protector a Motor air vents cl...

Page 54: ...ter b Failed microprocessor temperature sensor c Failed microprocessor controller computer d Broken wire or connection somewhere between the microprocessor controller computer and the microprocessor temperature sensor J Microprocessor controller computer display reads door 1 Fault open circuit in main door or lint drawer switch circuit a Lint drawer is not closed ALL the way b Lint drawer switch i...

Page 55: ...to FILL 1 Fault in microprocessor heat sensor circuit a Loose connection in wires between temperature sensor and microprocessor controller computer 2 Loose connection somewhere in main power circuit to microprocessor controller computer O Gas heating unit is not operating no heat no spark at burner area when dryer is first started and heat indicator dot is on 1 Fault in sail switch circuit a Sail ...

Page 56: ...2 Failed microprocessor controller computer 3 No external compressed air to steam damper 80 PSI 5 51 bar is required 4 Failed steam damper 24 VAC pneumatic solenoid switch 5 Failed steam damper piston 6 Steam damper stuck closed 7 Airflow control valve restricting incoming compressed air R No heat for Electric Models ONLY 1 Fault in sail switch circuit a Sail switch is out of adjustment or faulty ...

Page 57: ... a regular basis or often enough 7 Extractors washers are not performing properly 8 Sail switch is fluttering restriction in exhaust ductwork for Gas Models Only 9 Failed microprocessor controller computer temperature calibration is inaccurate 10 Failed microprocessor temperature sensor calibration is inaccurate 11 Failed oven hi limit for Electric Models Only 12 Steam damper system is not functio...

Page 58: ...lked forward or backwards 3 Loose basket tumbler tie rod 4 Failed basket tumbler support V Excessive noise or vibration 1 Dryer is not leveled properly 2 Impellor fan blower is out of balance a Excessive lint buildup on impellor fan blower b Failed impellor fan blower 3 Loose basket tumbler tie rod 4 Basket tumbler is out of adjustment or adjustment bolts hardware are loose 5 Failed basket tumbler...

Page 59: ...r service parts information from ADC This information is on the data label located on the left side panel behind top access control door When contacting ADC please have the model number and serial number available SECTIONVIII DATALABEL INFORMATION A DATA LABEL Contact American Dryer Corporation ...

Page 60: ... particular model 4 TYPE OF HEAT This describes the type of heat for your particular dryer gas either natural gas or liquid propane L P gas or steam 5 HEAT INPUT for GAS DRYERS This describes the heat input in British Thermal Units per Hour BTUH 6 ORIFICE SIZE for GAS DRYERS Gives the number drill size used 7 ELECTRIC SERVICE This describes the electric service for your particular model 8 GAS MANI...

Page 61: ... area of the dryer Both the dwell stop time and basket tumbler spin time are adjustable by mode selection switches located on the electronic timer as noted in the illustration below TIMING LEGEND SPIN TIME Adjustment Position Number 1 2 3 4 5 Time in Seconds 30 60 90 120 150 DWELL STOP TIME Adjustment Position Number 1 2 3 4 5 Time in Seconds 5 6 3 7 6 8 9 10 2 Values shown are 1 second ...

Page 62: ...ter board reestablish power to the dryer b Start the drying cycle c Verify that the motors and the heat indicator dots in the microprocessor controller computer light emitting diode L E D display are on Refer to the illustration below d Verify that the motor s heat and door indicator lights on the back side of the microprocessor controller computer board are lit Refer to the illustration below ...

Page 63: ...ration Start the drying cycle When the gas burner ignites within the chosen trial for ignition time 6 seconds the flame sensor detects gas burner flame and signals the DSI module to keep the gas valve open as long as there is a call for heat The DSI module will LOCKOUT if the gas burner flame is not sensed at the end of the trial for ignition period The trial for ignition period will be repeated f...

Page 64: ...ds The burner flame should now be established e With the burner flame on remove the flame sensor wire from the FS terminal of the DSI module f The burner flame must shut off and the ignition module must lockout with the DSI module s indicator light red g Stop the drying cycle with the flame sensor wire still removed restart the drying cycle h The ignition module must proceed through the prepurge w...

Page 65: ...t thermostat and will start or continue through the drying cycle with no heat The applicable manual reset hi limit thermostat must be reset manually This hi temperature condition may be caused due to a restricted exhaust poor airflow or improper burner oven operation The location of the burner manual reset hi limit switch is on the right side of the burner box Models manufactured as of November 7 ...

Page 66: ... drying cycle with no heat The applicable manual reset hi limit must be reset manually This hi temperature condition may be caused due to a restricted exhaust poor airflow or improper heating unit operation The location of the manual reset hi limit switch is in the lint chamber area WARNING Discontinueelectricalpowertothedryerbeforeattemptingtoresethi limit Models manufactured as of November 7 200...

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