American Dryer Corp. MLG-130DR (HSI), Installation Manual

Page 1: ... Installation and service must be performed by a qualifiedinstaller serviceagencyorthegas supplier AVERTISSEMENT Assurez vous de bien suivre les instructions données dans cette noticepourréduireauminimum lerisque d incendieoud explosionoupourévitertout dommagematériel touteblessureoulamort Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d essence ni d autresvapeursouliquidesinflammablesdans le voisinage de cet appa...

Page 2: ...ing design and safety If this product is properly maintained it will provide many years of safe efficient and trouble free operation ONLY qualified technicians should service this equipment OBSERVE ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS displayed on the equipment or specified in the installation operator s manual included with the dryer The following FOR YOUR SAFETY caution must be posted near the dryer in a prom...

Page 3: ...IFNEARDRYER S INOPERATION DRYER S SHOULDNEVERBELEFTUNATTENDEDWHILEINOPERATION CAUTION FOR YOUR SAFETY DONOTDRYMOPHEADSINTHEDRYER DONOTUSEDRYERINTHEPRESENCEOFDRYCLEANINGFUMES WARNING UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should the door switch or the heat circuit devices ever be disabled Caution Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper operation Attention Lor...

Page 4: ... on the equipment and or specified in the installation and operator s manual included with the dryer Dryers 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 DRYER MUST NEVER BE OPERATEDWITHOUTTHE LINTFILTER SCREEN IN PLACE EVENIFANEXTERNALLINTCOLLECTIONSYSTEMISUSED WARNING ...

Page 5: ...irements 10 B Unpacking SettingUp 11 C DryerEnclosureRequirements 13 D FreshAirSupplyRequirements 14 E ExhaustRequirements 15 F ElectricalInformation 20 G GasInformation 23 H Preparation For Operation Start Up 27 I PreoperationalTests 27 J OperatingInstructions 29 K ShutDownInstructions 30 SECTION IV SERVICE PARTS INFORMATION 31 A Service 31 B Parts 31 SECTION V WARRANTY INFORMATION A ReturningWar...

Page 6: ... 34 B Adjustments 35 C Lubrication 35 SECTION VII REVERSING TIMER SPIN DWELL ADJUSTMENTS 36 SECTION VIII PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 37 SECTION IX BURNER and LINT TUMBLER CHAMBER MANUAL RESET HI LIMIT INSTRUCTIONS 40 ...

Page 7: ...cepted 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 wh...

Page 8: ...l 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 Dryer s must be exhausted to the outdoors 6 Although ADC produces a very versatile machine there are some articles that due to fabric composition or ...

Page 9: ...ailure to do so willVOIDTHEWARRANTY 9 UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should the dryer door switches lint drawer switch or heat safety circuit ever be disabled WARNING PERSONALINJURYorFIRE 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 Articles left in the dryer after the...

Page 10: ...42 1 2 107 9 cm TUMBLER BASKET MOTOR 3 4 HP 560 kw BLOWER MOTOR 3 HP 2 238 kw DOOR OPENING DIAMETER 31 3 8 79 7 cm TUMBLER BASKET VOLUME 38 2 cu ft 1 08 cu m DRYERS PER 20 40 CONTAINER 3 7 DRYERS PER 45 48 TRUCK 9 9 VOLTAGE AVAILABLE 208 460v 3ø 3 4w 50 60Hz HEAT INPUT 300 000 btu hr 75 600 kcal hr APPROX WEIGHT UNCRATED 1 500 lbs 680 4 kg APPROX WEIGHT CRATED 1 725 lbs 782 5 kg AIRFLOW 1 750 cfm ...

Page 11: ...7 NOTE ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice or obligation Specifications MLG 130DR ...

Page 12: ...ption 1 Microprocessor Control Keyboard Touchpad Panel Assembly Controls 2 Control Top Access Door Assembly 3 Main DoorAssembly 4 Lint DoorAssembly 5 Lint Drawer 6 EMERGENCY STOP E Stop Button 7 Wire Diagram located behind Control Door 8 Top Console Module Assembly ...

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

Page 14: ...1 The dryer must be installed on a sound level floor capable of supporting its weight It is recommended that carpeting be removed from the floor area that the dryer is to rest on 2 The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and or weather 3 The dryer is for use in noncombustible locations 4 Provisions for adequate air supply must be provided as noted in ...

Page 15: ...s refer to the illustration or other suitable material under the base pads It is suggested that the dryer be tilted slightly to the rear 2 If more headroom is needed when moving the dryer into position the top console module may be removed To remove the Top Console module a Rear of Dryer refer to the illustration on page 12 1 Disconnect the four 4 pin EMERGENCY STOP E Stop Connector B 2 Remove the...

Page 16: ...mputer NOTE b 2 and b 3 apply only to models manufactured afterAugust 1997 Models manufactured prior toAugust 1997 require a Pin ExtractionTool ADC Part No 122800 to remove the pinsfromtheirconnectors c Top of Dryer refer to the illustration below 1 Remove the eight 8 sets of nuts and washers F holding the console module to the base IMPORTANT The dryer mustbe transported and handled in an upright ...

Page 17: ...the top of the dryer A 2 inch 5 08 cm clearance is required NOTE Bulkhead facing should not be installed until after the dryer is in place Ceiling area must 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...

Page 18: ...ate for the use of registers or louvers used over the openings this make up air must be increased by approximately thirty three percent 33 Make up air openings should not be located in an area directly near where exhaust vents exit the building It is not necessary to have a separate make up air opening for each dryer Common make up air openings are acceptable However they must be set up in such a ...

Page 19: ...09 meters The shape of the duct work is not so critical so long as the minimum cross sectional area is provided It is suggested that the use of 90º turns be avoided use 30º and or 45º bends angles instead The radius of the elbows should preferably be 1 1 2 times the diameter of the duct Excluding tumbler basket dryer elbow connections or elbows used for outside protection from the weather no more ...

Page 20: ...e it is suggested to provide a separate exhaust duct for each dryer The exhaust duct should be laid out in such a way that the duct work travels as directly as possible to the outdoors with as few turns as possible It is suggested that the use of 90 turns in the ducting be avoided use 30 and or 45 angles instead The shape of the exhaust duct work is not critical so long as the minimum cross sectio...

Page 21: ... equivalent to an additional 30 feet 9 14 meters and each 45º elbow is equivalent to an additional 15 feet 4 57 meters IMPORTANT For extended duct work runs the cross section area of the duct work can only be increased to an extent When the duct work approaches the maximum limits as noted inthismanual aprofessionalheatingventingairconditioning HVAC firm shouldbe consultedforproperventinginformatio...

Page 22: ...n four 4 dryers should be connected to one 1 main common duct The main duct may be any shape or cross sectional area so long as the minimum cross section area is provided The illustration on the bottom of page 19 shows the minimum cross section area for multiple dryer round or square venting These figures must be increased 10 square inches 64 52 square centimeters when rectangular main ducting is ...

Page 23: ...gh a wall ceiling or roof made of combustible materials the opening must be 2 inches 5 08 cm larger all the way around than the duct The duct must be centered within this duct a Outside Duct Work Protection 1 To protect the outside end of horizontal duct work from the weather a 90 elbow bent downward should be installed where the exhaust exits the building If the exhaust duct work travels vertical...

Page 24: ...2 1 1990 or LATEST EDITION IMPORTANT Failure to comply with these codes or ordinances and or the requirements stipulated inthismanualcanresultinpersonalinjuryorcomponentfailure NOTE ComponentfailureduetoimproperinstallationwillVOIDTHEWARRANTY 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 ...

Page 25: ...SPECIFICATIONS PER DRYER IMPORTANT 208 VAC and 230 VAC ARE NOT THE SAME When ordering specify exact voltage NOTE A Fuse ratings are dual element time delay current limiting class RK1 or RK5 ONLY B Circuit breakers are thermal magnetic industrial type ONLY For others calculate verify correct breaker size according to appliance amp draw rating and type of breaker used C Circuit breakers for 3 phase ...

Page 26: ...use of a flexible underwriter s laboratory list cord pigtail wire must conform to ratings of the dryer or the dryer can be hard wired directly to the service breaker In ALL cases a strain relief must be used where the wire s enter the dryer electrical service relay box These electrical connections are made at the terminal block located in the electric service relay box at the rear upper left hand ...

Page 27: ...or computer an earth zero ground is required NOTE Groundingviametallicelectricalconduit pipe is not recommended G GAS INFORMATION It is your responsibility to have ALL plumbing connections made by a qualified professional to assure that the gas plumbing installation is adequate and conforms with local and state regulations or codes In the absence of such codes ALL plumbing connections materials an...

Page 28: ... If this information does not agree with the type of gas available DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER Contact the distributor who sold the dryer or the ADC factory IMPORTANT Any burner changes or conversions mustbe made by a qualified professional The input ratings shown on the dryer data label are for elevations up to 2 000 feet 609 6 meters unless elevation requirements of over 2 000 feet 609 6 meters wer...

Page 29: ... gas the supply tank other gas operated appliances on the same line etc Specific information regarding supply line size should be determined by the gas supplier NOTE Undersizedgassupplypipingcancreatealoworinconsistentpressurewhichwillresultin erraticoperationoftheburnerignitionsystem Consistent gas pressure is essential at ALL gas connections It is recommended that a 1 inch 2 54 cm pipe gas loop ...

Page 30: ...mportant that gas pressure regulators meet applicable pressure requirements and that gas meters be rated for the total amount of ALL the appliance BTU s being supplied IMPORTANT The dryer and its individual shut off valve mustbedisconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressuresin excess of 1 2 psig 3 5 kPa NOTE The dryer mustbeisolatedfromth...

Page 31: ...lint drawer is securely in place NOTE LINT DRAWER MUST BEALLTHE WAYIN PLACETOACTIVATE THE SAFETYSWITCH OTHERWISETHE DRYERWILL NOTSTART 9 Rotate the tumbler basket drum by hand to be sure it moves freely 10 Check bolts nuts screws terminals and fittings for security 11 Check tumbler bearing set screws to insure they are ALL tight I PREOPERATIONAL TESTS ALL dryers are thoroughly tested and inspected...

Page 32: ...TE Water column pressure requirements measured at the gas valve pressure tap Natural Gas 3 5 Inches W C 8 7 mb L P Gas 10 5 Inches W C 26 1 mb IMPORTANT There is no regulator provided in an L P dryer The water column W C pressure must be regulated at the source L P tank or an external regulator must be added to each dryer 6 Make a complete operational check of ALL safety related circuits i e lint ...

Page 33: ...ocessor controller computer has been preprogrammed by the factory with the most commonly used parameter program selections If computer changes are required refer to the computer programming manual which was shipped with the dryer b Dual Timer check 1 Heating Timer 2 Cool Down Timer 3 Temperature Selection Switch J OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE Before attempting to start the dryer be sure that the ma...

Page 34: ...illreturnto REAdY at which time a new cycle selection can be made b Dual Timer Dryers 1 Select Drying Time and Cool Down Time desired a Turn Heat Timer clockwise CW to the desired time i e 1 minute to 60 minutes b Turn Cool Down Timer clockwise CW to the desired time i e 0 minute to 30 minutes 2 Select Drying Temperature HI TEMP LO TEMP or PERM PRESS 3 Push Push To Start Switch a Dryer will now st...

Page 35: ...randserialnumbersothatyourinquiryishandledinanexpeditiousmanner B PARTS 1 Replacement parts should be purchased from the distributor from whom the ADC equipment was purchased If the distributor cannot be contacted or is unknown contact the ADC Parts Department for a distributor in your area Parts may also be purchased directly from the factory by calling the ADC Parts Department at 508 678 9000 or...

Page 36: ...e contacted or is unknown warranty information can be obtained from the factory by contacting the ADCWarranty Department at 508 678 9000 NOTE Whenever contacting the ADC factory for warranty information be sure to have the dryer s model number and serial number available so that your inquiry can be handled in an expeditiousmanner C RETURNING WARRANTY PART S ALL dryer or parts warranty claims or in...

Page 37: ...ged 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 fact...

Page 38: ... and OTHER FLAMMABLEVAPORS and LIQUIDS NOTE REMOVE POWER FROM THE MACHINE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE IN THE MACHINE cleaning the lint drawers and lint screens are the only exceptions NOTE Suggested time intervals shown are for average usage which is considered six 6 to eight 8 operational running hoursperday CLEAN LINT FROM LINT DRAWER SCREEN EVERY THIRD or FOURTH LOAD NOTE The frequency of...

Page 39: ...ermanent gas connections i e unions shut off valves orifices and grounding connections Fan impellor V belts along with the motor and drive chains should be examined and replaced if necessary Tighten loose V belts when necessary Complete operational check of controls and valves Complete operational check of ALL safety devices i e door switches lint drawer switch sail switch burner and hi limit ther...

Page 40: ...a of the dryer Both the Dwell stop Time and the tumbler basket Spin Time are adjustable by mode selection switches located on the electronic timer as noted in the illustration below TIMING LEGEND SPIN TIME Switch Position Number 1 2 3 4 5 Time in Seconds 30 60 90 120 150 DWELL Stop TIME Switch Position Number 1 2 3 4 5 Time in Seconds 5 6 8 10 12 Values shown are 1 second ...

Page 41: ...e drying cycle by pressing any of the preset cycles in letters A F c Verify that the motor s and the heat indicator dots in the microprocessor computer L E D light emitting diode display are on Refer to the illustration below 1 Tumbler Basket in Forward Mode clockwise CW indicator 2 Tumbler Basket in Reverse Mode counterclockwise CCW indicator 3 Heat on indicator 4 On indicator dryer is in Operati...

Page 42: ...ward output L E D indicator 3 Rev Reverse output L E D indicator 4 Air Air Jet output L E D indicator 5 HT 1 Heat output L E D indicator 6 Fuse Main Fuse input L E D indicator 7 Lint Lint Door input L E D indicator 8 Main Main Door input L E D indicator 9 Drum Tumbler Basket Hi Limit input L E D indicator 10 Sail Sail Switch input L E D indicator 11 Burn Burner Hi Limit input L E D indicator ...

Page 43: ...dule is wired incorrectly or has failed c Start the drying cycle d The hot surface ignitor will turn on and a few seconds later the gas valve will be energized After approximately 4 seconds the hot surface ignitor will shut off Ignition flame should now be established e With the burner flame on remove the flame sensor wire from the S2 terminal of the HSI module The burner flame must shut off immed...

Page 44: ...ror code described above along with an audio indication If the drum temperature is above 100º F 38º C the dryer will continue to run with no heat for three 3 minutes or until the drum temperature has flattened below 100º F 38º C The clear stop button on the Phase 6 keyboard touchpad must be pressed to clear the error condition The open manual reset hi limit thermostat must be reset manually prior ...

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