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American Dryer Corp.
113335 - 12
* 3-Wire is available.
7/31/08
IMPORTANT: The dryer must be connected to the electric
supply shown on the data label. In the case of 208 VAC or
230/240 VAC, the supply voltage must match the electric
service specifications of the data label exactly.
208 VAC and 230/240 VAC are not the same. Any
damage done to dryer components due to
improper voltage connections will automatically
void the warranty.
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WARNING
!
NOTE: ADC reserves the right to make changes in
specifications at any time without notice or obligation.
Electrical Information ________________
Electrical Requirements
It is your responsibility to have all electrical connections made
by a properly licensed and competent electrician to ensure
that the electrical installation is adequate and conforms to
local and state regulations or codes. In the absence of such
codes, all electrical connections, material, and workmanship
must conform to the applicable requirements of the National
Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA NO. 70-LATEST EDITION or in
Canada, the Canadian Installation Codes Parts 1 & 2 CSA
C22.1-1990 or LATEST EDITION.
IMPORTANT: Failure to comply with these codes or
ordinances, and/or the requirements stipulated in this
manual can result in personal injury or component failure.
14-INCHES (35.56 CM) DIAMETER
2,150 CFM (60.88 CMM) EXHAUST CONNECTION AT COMMON DUCT
NOTE: Component failure due to improper installation will
void the warranty.
Each dryer should be connected to an independently
protected branch circuit. The dryer must be connected with
copper wire only. Do not use aluminum wire, which would
cause a fire hazard. The copper conductor wire/cable must
be of proper ampacity and insulation in accordance with
electric codes for making all service connections.
NOTE: The use of aluminum wire will void the warranty.
Wiring diagrams are affixed to the inside at the top front
control door and to the rear upper back guard/panel.
Electrical Service Specifications
IMPORTANT: Minimum duct size for a dryer is 12-inches
(30.48 cm) for a round duct and 10-3/4” x 10-3/4” (27.31
cm x 27.31 cm) for a square duct. The duct size must not
be reduced anywhere down stream of the dryer.
Exhaust back pressure measured by a manometer at each
tumbler exhaust duct area should not exceed 0.6” WC
(1.48 mb).
ML-130DR Multiple Dryer Venting
GAS AND STEAM
ELECTRICAL SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS (PER DRYER)
IMPORTANT
:
NOTES
: A.
B.
C.
208 VAC AND 230/240 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 and/or National
Electrical Codes to listed appliance amp draw data.
Circuit breakers are thermal-magnetic (industrial) motor curve
type ONLY. For others, calculate/verify correct breaker size
according to appliance amp draw rating and type of breaker used.
Circuit breakers for 3-phase (3Ø) dryers must be 3-pole type.
SERVICE
VOLTAGE
PHASE
WIRE
SERVICE
APPROX.
AMP DRAW
CIRCUIT
BREAKER
60 Hz
50 Hz
208
3ø
3
14.5
—
20
240
3ø
3
14.6
—
20
230
3ø
3
—
17.4
25
380
3ø
3
8.5
—
15
380
3ø
4
*
—
8.7
15
400
3ø
4
*
—
8.7
15
416
3ø
4
*
—
9.0
15
440
3ø
3
8.7
—
15
460
3ø
3
7.8
—
15
480
3ø
3
7.8
—
15
575
3ø
3
5.8
—
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