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ADC Part No. 112185 For replacement parts, contact the distributor from which the dryer was purchased or American Dryer Corporation 88 Currant Road Fall River MA 02720-4781 Telephone: (508) 678-9000 / Fax: (508) 678-9447 E-mail: techsupport@amdry.com 070395 WARNING: For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the ris[...]
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Retain This Manual In A Safe Place For Future Reference Replacement parts can be obtained from your distributor or the ADC factory. When ordering replacement parts from the factory, you can FAX your order to ADC at (508) 678-9447 or telephone your orders directly to the ADC Parts Department at (508) 678-9000. Please specify the dryer model number a[...]
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IMPORTANT YOU MUST DISCONNECT and LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC SUPPLY and THE GAS SUPPLY or THE STEAM SUPPLY BEFORE ANY COVERS or GUARDS ARE REMOVED FROM THE MACHINE TO ALLOW ACCESS FOR CLEANING, ADJUST- ING, INSTALLATION, or TESTING OF ANY EQUIPMENT per OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) STANDARDS. CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED TO PLAY [...]
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WARNING The dryer must never be operated with any of the back guards, outer tops, or service panels removed. PERSONAL INJURY or FIRE COULD RESULT. IMPORTANT PLEASE OBSERVE ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS displayed on the equipment and/or specified in the installation and operator's manual included with the dryer. Dryers must not be installed or stored [...]
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SECTION I IMPORTANT INFORMATION A. RECEIVING and HANDLING ...................................................................................................................................................... 2 B. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .....................................................................................................................[...]
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2 SECTION I IMPORTANT INFORMATION A. RECEIVING and HANDLING The dryer is shipped in a protective stretch wrap cover with protective cardboard corners and top cover (or optional box) as a means of preventing damage in transit. Upon delivery, the dryer and/or packaging, and wooden skid should be visually inspected for shipping damage. If any damage w[...]
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3 B. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. WARNING: The dryer must never be operated with any of the back guards, outer tops, or service panels removed. PERSONAL INJURY or FIRE COULD RESUL[...]
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4 WARNING: DO NOT use heat for drying articles that contain plastic, foam, sponge rubber, or similarly textured rubber materials. Drying in a heated basket (tumbler) may damage plastics or rubber and also may be a fire hazard. 7. A program should be established for the inspection and cleaning of lint in the heating unit area, exhaust duct work, and[...]
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5 MAXIMUM CAPACITY (dry weight) 120 lbs. 54.4 kg BASKET (tumbler) DIAMETER 44-1/2" 113 cm BASKET (tumbler) DEPTH 42-1/2" 107.9 cm BASKET MOTOR 3/4 HP .560 kw BLOWER MOTOR 3 HP 2.238 kw DOOR OPENING (Diameter) 31-3/8" 79.7 cm BASKET VOLUME 38.2 cu. ft. 1.08 cu.m. DRYERS PER 20" / 40" TRUCK 3/7 DRYERS PER 45' / 48" [...]
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6 Specifications ADG-120ES ADE-120ES ADS-120ES NOTE: ADC RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES IN SPECIFICATIONS AT ANY TIME, WITHOUT NOTICE or OBLIGATION. NOTE : OPERATING HEIGHT OF STEAM DRYER is 89 inches (226.1 cm). E XHAUST D UCT D IA . D IM . "A" D IM . "A" G AS AND E LECTRIC 12" 30.5 cm 11-1/4" 28.6 9-1/2" 24.[...]
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7 B. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 1. DRYER FRONT VIEW Illus. No. Description 1 Microprocessor Control / Keyboard Panel Assembly (Controls) 2 Control (Top Access) Door Assembly 3 Main Door Assembly 4 Lint Door Assembly 5 Lint Drawer 6 Wire Diagram (Located Behind Control Door) 7 Top Console (Module) Assembly[...]
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8 2. DRYER REAR VIEW Illus. No. Description 1 Basket (Drive) Motor Assembly 2 Blower Motor Mount Assembly 3 Impellor (fan/blower) Assembly 4 Idler Bearing Mount Assembly 5 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.[...]
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9 SECTION III INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Installation should be performed by competent technicians in accordance with local and state codes. In the absence of these codes, the installation must conform to applicable AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS: ANSI.Z223.1-LATEST EDITION (National Fuel Gas Code) and/or ANSI/NFPA NO. 70-LATEST EDITION (National Electri[...]
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10 B. UNPACKING/SETTING UP Remove protective shipping material (i.e., plastic wrap, and/or optional shipping box) from dryer. IMPORTANT: Dryer must be transported and handled in an upright position at all times. The dryer can be moved to its final location while still attached to the skid or with the skid removed. To un-skid the dryer, locate and r[...]
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11 1. LEVELING DRYER a. To level dryer, place 4-inch square metal shims (refer to illustration above) 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 dryer into position, the top console (module) may be removed. a. To remove top console (module)[...]
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12 C. DRYER ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS Even though a 12-inch clearance is acceptable, it is recommended that the rear of the dryer be positioned approximately two (2) feet (24-inches) from the nearest obstruction (i.e., wall) for ease of installation, mainte- nance, and service. Bulkheads and partitions should be made from noncombustible materials. The[...]
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13 D. FRESH AIR SUPPLY When the dryer is operating, it draws in room air, heats it, passes this air through the basket (tumbler), and exhausts it out of the building. Therefore, the room air must be continually replenished from the outdoors. If the make-up air is inadequate, drying time and drying efficiency will be adversely affected. Ignition pro[...]
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14 IMPORTANT: 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 fumes will result in irreparable damage to motors and other dryer components. NOTE: Component failure due to dry cleaning solvent fumes will VOID THE WARRANTY . E. EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS 1. GENERAL EXHA[...]
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15 ALL duct work should be smooth inside with no projections from sheet metal screws or other obstructions which will collect lint. When adding ducts, the ducts to be added should overlap the duct to which it is con- nected. ALL duct work joints must be taped to prevent moisture and lint from escaping into the building. Additionally, inspection doo[...]
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16 2. SINGLE DRYER VENTING Where possible, 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 ducting be avoided; use 30° and/or 45° angle[...]
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17 IMPORTANT: For extended duct work runs, the cross section area of the duct can only be increased to an extent. Maximum proportional duct work runs cannot exceed twenty (20) feet more than the original limitations of twenty (20) feet with two (2) elbows. When the duct work approaches the maximum limits as noted in this manual, a professional heat[...]
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18 The main duct may be any shape or cross sectional area, so long as the minimum cross section area is provided. The illustrations on page 19 and page 20 show the minimum cross section area for multiple dryer round or square venting. These figures must be increased 10 square inches when rectangular main ducting is used, and the ratio of duct width[...]
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19 ADG-120ES FOR GAS MODELS ADE-120ES FOR 80 KW ELECTRIC MODELS[...]
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20 MULTIPLE DRYER VENTING (ADS-120ES) WITH 16" DIAMETER (2,750 CFM) EXHAUST CONNECTIONS AT COMMON DUCT[...]
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21 F. ELECTRICAL INFORMATION 1. Electrical Requirements It is your responsibility to have ALL electrical connections made by a properly licensed and competent electrician to assure that the electrical installation is adequate and conforms with local and state regulations or codes. In the absence of such codes, ALL electrical connections, material, [...]
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22 2. Electrical Service Specifications * AWG Stranded Type Wire ... for individual lengths less than 100 feet. (Motor lead type wire is recommended) IMPORTANT: The dryer must be connected to the electric supply shown on the data label that is affixed to the back of the dryer, at the upper right hand corner. In the case of 208 VAC or 240 VAC, the s[...]
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23 * AWG Stranded Type Wire ... for individual lengths less than 100 feet. (Motor lead type wire is recommended) IMPORTANT: The dryer must be connected to the electric supply shown on the data label that is affixed to the back of the dryer, at the upper right hand corner. In the case of 208 VAC or 240 VAC, the supply voltage must match the electric[...]
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24 * AWG Stranded Type Wire ... for individual lengths less than 100 feet. (Motor lead type wire is recommended) IMPORTANT: The dryer must be connected to the electric supply shown on the data label that is affixed to the back of the dryer, at the upper right hand corner. In the case of 208 VAC or 240 VAC, the supply voltage must match the electric[...]
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25 3. Electrical Connections NOTE: A wiring diagram is included with each dryer and is affixed to the rear upper right guard/ panel of the dryer. The only electrical input connections to the dryer are the 3-phase (3 Ø) power leads (L1, L2, and L3), GROUND, and in the case of 4 wire service, the neutral. Providing local codes permit, power connecti[...]
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26 4. Grounding Grounding (earth) connections must be provided and installed in accordance with state and local codes. In the absence of the codes, grounding must conform to applicable requirements of the National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA NO.70LATEST EDITION, or in CANADA, the Canadian Electrical Codes Parts 1 & 2 CSA C22.1-1990 or LATEST EDITIO[...]
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27 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, and workmanship must conform to the applicable requireme[...]
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28 2. Technical Gas Data a. Gas Specifications * Measured at gas valve pressure tap when the gas valve is on. b. Gas Connections: Inlet connection ----- 1-inch N.P.T. Inlet supply size ----- 1-inch N.P.T. (minimum) Btu/hr input (per dryer) ----- 375,000 1) Natural Gas Regulation is controlled by the dryer's gas valve's internal regulator.[...]
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29 3. Piping/Connections ALL components/materials must conform to National Fuel Gas Code Specifications, or in CANADA, the Canadian Installation Codes (for General Installation and Gas Plumbing). It is important that gas pressure regulators meet applicable pressure requirements and that gas meters be rated for the total amount of all the appliance [...]
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30 IMPORTANT: The dryer and its individual shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5kPa). NOTE: The dryer must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shut-off valve during any pressure testing o[...]
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31 H. STEAM INFORMATION It is your responsibility to have ALL steam plumbing connections made by a qualified professional to assure that the installation is adequate and conforms with local and state regulations or codes. IMPORTANT: Failure to comply with the requirements stipulated in this manual can result in component failure which will VOID THE[...]
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32 a. The pressure of the condensate in the steam supply will cause water hammer and subsequent heat exchanger (steam coil) failure. The steam supply connection into the main supply line must be made b. The steam supply piping to the dryer must include a 12-inch rise along with a drip trap and check valve. This will prevent any condensate from ente[...]
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33 Compresses Air Supply Air Pressure Normal 80 psi Minimum Supply 70 psi Maximum Supply 90 psi 3. STEAM DAMPER AIR SYSTEM CONNECTIONS The ADS-120ES is manufactured with a pneumatic (piston) damper system which requires an external supply of compressed air. The air connection is made to the steam damper solenoid valve which is located at the rear i[...]
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34 5. STEAM DAMPER AIR PISTON (FLOW CONTROL) OPERATION ADJUSTMENT Although the damper operation was tested and adjusted prior to shipping at 80 psi, steam damper operation must be checked before the dryer is put into operation. Refer to page 37 for instructions to check system damper operation. If damper air adjustment is necessary, locate flow con[...]
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35 I. PREPARATION FOR OPERATION The following items should be checked before attempting to operate the dryer: 1. Read ALL " CAUTION ," " WARNING ," and " DIRECTION " labels attached to the dryer. 2. Check incoming supply voltage to be sure that it is the same as indicated on the dryer data label located in the front to[...]
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36 J. PREOPERATIONAL TESTS ALL dryers are thoroughly tested and inspected before leaving the factory. However, a preoperational test should be performed before the dryer is publicly used. It is possible that adjustments have changed in transit or due to marginal location (installation) conditions. 1. Turn on electric power to the dryer. 2. Make sur[...]
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37 IMPORTANT: There is no regulator 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. b. Electric Models 1) Check the oven contactor(s) to insure that the electric oven is cycling properly. c. Steam Models 1) Check to insure that steam damper is fun[...]
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38 8. Each dryer should be operated through one complete cycle to assure that no further adjustments are necessary and that ALL components are functioning properly. 9. Make a complete operational check of ALL operating controls. a. Microprocessor controller (computer) programs/selections... 1) Each microprocessor controller (computer) has been prep[...]
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39 K. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: Before attempting to start the dryer make sure that the main door is closed and the lint drawer is securely in place. 1. To start the dryer. a. Microprocessor (Computer) Dryers 1) Display will read "FILL" (meaning no cycle in progress). 2) Press the letter on the keyboard (touchpad) corresponding to the [...]
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40 L. SHUT DOWN INSTRUCTIONS If the dryer is to be shut down (taken out of service) for a period of time, the following must be performed: 1. Discontinue power to the dryer either at the external disconnect switch or the circuit breaker. 2. GAS MODELS ... discontinue the gas supply. 1) SHUT OFF external gas supply shut-off valve. 2) SHUT OFF intern[...]
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41 SECTION IV SERVICE/PARTS INFORMATION A. SERVICE 1. Service must be performed by a qualified trained technician, service agency, or gas supplier. If service is required, contact the distributor from whom the ADC equipment was purchased. If the distributor cannot be contacted or is unknown, contact the ADC Service Department for a distributor in y[...]
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42 SECTION V WARRANTY INFORMATION A. RETURNING WARRANTY CARD(S) 1. Before any dryer leaves the ADC factory test area, a warranty card ( ADC Part No. 112254) is placed on the back side of the main door glass. These warranty cards are intended to serve the customer where we record the individual installation date and warranty information to better se[...]
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43 2. 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 failure (be specific). c. Date of dryer installation. d. Date of part failure. e. Specify whether the part(s) being returned is for a replacement, a credit, or a refund. NOTE: If a part is marked fo[...]
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44 SECTION VI ROUTINE MAINTENANCE A. CLEANING A program and/or schedule should be established for periodic inspection, cleaning, and removal of lint from various areas of the dryer, as well as throughout the duct work system. The frequency of cleaning can best be determined from experience at each location. Maximum operating efficiency is dependent[...]
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45 STEAM DRYERS Clean the steam coil fins. We suggest using compressed air and a vacuum cleaner with brush attachment. WARNING: When cleaning steam coil fins, be careful not to bend the fins. If fins are bent, straighten by using a fin comb which is available from local air-conditioning supply houses. 90 DAYS Remove lint from around basket (tumbler[...]
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46 B. ADJUSTMENTS 7 Days After Installation and Every 6 Months Thereafter Inspect bolts, nuts, screws (bearing set screws), non-permanent gas connections (unions, shut-off valves, orifices, and grounding connections). Motor and drive belts should be examined. Cracked or seriously frayed belts should be replaced. Tighten loose V-belts when necessary[...]
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47 SECTION VII TROUBLESHOOTING IMPORTANT: YOU MUST DISCONNECT and LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC SUPPLY and THE GAS SUPPLY or THE STEAM SUPPLY BEFORE ANY COVERS or GUARDS ARE REMOVED FROM THE MACHINE TO ALLOW ACCESS FOR CLEANING, ADJUSTING, INSTALLATION, or TESTING OF ANY EQUIPMENT per OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) STANDARDS. The infor[...]
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48 2. Failed arc suppressor (A.S.) board. 3. Failed drive motor. 4. Failed microprocessor controller (computer). C. Drive motor (reversing) operates in one direction only ... stops and restarts in same direction ... 1. Failed drive motor contactor (relay). 2. Failed arc suppressor (A.S.) board. 3. Failed microprocessor controller (computer). D. Dri[...]
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49 G. Both drive motor and blower motor not operating (do not start) ... microprocessor controller (computer) motor indicator dots are on ... 1. Failed arc suppressor (A.S.) board. 2. Failed microprocessor controller (computer). H. Both drive motor and blower motor run a few minutes and then stop...microprocessor controller (computer) display conti[...]
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50 K. Microprocessor controller (computer) will not accept any keyboard entries, i.e., L.E.D. display reads "FILL" and when keyboard entries are selected, the L.E.D. display continues to read "FILL" ... 1. Failed keyboard label (touchpad) assembly. 2. Failed microprocessor controller (computer). L. Microprocessor controller will[...]
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51 P. No heat (GAS MODEL ONLY)...ignitor sparks, burner goes on and off right away ... 1. DSI ignitor / flame-probe out of adjustment...reposition closer to the flame area. 2. Sail switch is fluttering ... a. Lint screen dirty. b. Restriction in exhaust duct work. 3. Insufficient make-up air. 4. Failed ignitor / flame-probe assembly. 5. Failed Dire[...]
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52 S. Dryer operates but is taking too long to dry ... 1. Exhaust duct work run too long or is undersized...back pressure cannot exceed .3 inches Water Column (W.C.). 2. Restriction in exhaust ... a. Exhaust back draft damper is sticking partially closed. b. Restriction in duct work...check duct work from dryer all the way to the outdoors. 3. Low a[...]
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53 U. Dryer or scraping noise at basket (tumbler) area ... 1. Check for object caught in basket (tumbler) / wrapper area. 2. Basket (tumbler) is out of proper alignment ... a. Check both vertical and lateral alignment. b. Check gap between front panel and basket (tumbler) front...set screws may have come loose, and basket (tumbler) walked forward o[...]
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54 B. Drive motor (only) not operating (does not start)... 1. Failed drive motor contactor. 2. Failed reversing timer (for Reversing Models ONLY) . 3. Failed drive motor. C. Blower (impellor/fan) motor (only) not operating (does not start)... 1. Tripped or failed overload. 2. Failed impellor (impellor/fan) motor contactor (relay). 3. Failed reversi[...]
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55 ELECTRIC MODELS 1. Fault in sail switch circuit ... a. Sail switch out of adjustment and/or has failed. b. Sail switch is not closing or is fluttering ... 1) Check blower (impellor / fan) motor and rotation direction. 2) Restriction in exhaust. 2. Failed oven hi-limit circuit. 3. Failed lint compartment automatic (225 º) safety thermostat circu[...]
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56 b. Lint accumulation in location exhaust system. 5. Insufficient make-up air. 6. Failed hi-limit thermostat (for GAS and ELECTRIC MODELS ONLY) . 7. Failed lint compartment automatic (225º) safety thermostat circuit. 8. Extractors not performing properly. 9. Low and/or inconsistent gas pressure (for GAS MODELS ONLY) . 10. Gas supply may have low[...]
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57 K. Dryer scraping noise at basket (tumbler) area... 1. Check for object caught in basket (tumbler) / wrapper area. 2. Basket (tumbler) is out of proper alignment. a. Check both vertical alignment and lateral alignment. b. Check gap between front panel and basket (tumbler) ... set screws may have come loose, and basket (tumbler) walked forward or[...]
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58 SECTION VIII REVERSING TIMER SPIN/DWELL ADJUSTMENTS Timer models have an electric reversing timer in the electric service box which is located in the upper left rear 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 [...]
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59 SECTION X PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 1. Microprocessor (computer) Board a. Upon completing installation of the replacement microprocessor (computer) board, reestablish power to the dryer. b. Start the drying cycle. c. Verify that the motor(s) and the heat indicator dots, in the microprocessor (computer) L.E.D. displ[...]
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60 e. Open main door. The dryer must stop and ALL output indicator lights on the back side of the microprocessor (computer) board must go out . f. Try to restart the dryer with the main door open. g. The microprocessor (computer) board's L.E.D. display must read " DOOR ." h. Close the main door and restart the dryer. i. Functional ch[...]
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ADC 112185 1 - 07/05/95-100 2 - 07/27/95-250 3* 03/20/96-250 4* 09/04/96-250 5* 03/12/97-250 6 - 10/14/97-100 7* 01/19/98-100 8 - 04/16/98-100 9* 07/17/98-200 10* 03/12/99-100 11 - 08/13/99-100 12* 01/03/00-125 13 - 05/09/00-125 14- 09/28/00-100[...]