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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 1
ADC Part No. 113029 For replacement parts, contact the distributor from which the dryer was purchased or American Dryer Corporation 88 Currant Road Fall River MA 02720-4781 T elephone: (508) 678-9000 / Fax: (508) 678-9447 E-mail: techsupport@amdry .com 010998JEV/tf W ARNING: For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimiz ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 2
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 F AX 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 numbe ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 3
IMPOR T ANT YOU MUST DISCONNECT and LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC SUPPL Y and THE GAS SUPPL Y or THE STEAM SUPPL Y BEFORE ANY COVERS or GUARDS ARE REMOVED FROM THE MACHINE TO ALLOW ACCESS FOR CLEANING, ADJUST- ING , INST ALLA TION, or TESTING OF ANY EQUIPMENT per OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) ST ANDARDS. CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED ...
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W ARNING The dryer must never be operated with any of the back guards, outer tops, or service panels removed. PERSONAL INJUR Y or FIRE COULD RESUL T . IMPOR T ANT PLEASE OBSER VE 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 ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 5
Table of Contents SECTION I IMPOR T ANT INFORMA TION ............................................................................... 3 A. Receiving and Handling ............................................................................................................... 3 B. Safety Precautions ..................................................... ...
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SECTION V W ARRANTY INFORMA TION .............................................................................. 4 1 A. Returning W arranty Card(s) ...................................................................................................... 41 B. Parts ........................................................................................ ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 7
3 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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4 B. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS W ARNING : 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. W ARNING: The dryer must never be operated with any of the back guards, outer tops, or service panels removed. PERSONAL INJUR Y or FIRE COULD ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 9
5 7. A program should be established for the inspection and cleaning of lint in the burner area, exhaust duct work, and area around the back of the dryer . The frequency of inspection and cleaning can best be determined from experience at each location. W ARNING : The collection of lint in the burner area and exhaust duct work can create a potentia ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 10
6 IMPOR T ANT : S team dryers must be provided with a clean, dry , regulated 80 PSI (+/- 10 PSI) air supply . NOTE : ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time, without notice or obligation. Gas Steam Electric SECTION II SPECIFICATIONS/COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION A . SPECIFICA TIONS B AS K E T (T UMBLE R ) D IA ME TE R 44- 1/ ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 11
7 Specifications* MLG-78 (Gas) MLS-78 (Steam) NOTE : ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time, without notice or obligation. * Specifications for the MLS-78 (steam model) were not available at time of printing...for information contact the factory . ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 12
8 B. COMPONENT IDENTIFICA TION 1. Dryer Front V iew Illus. No. Description 1 Controls 2 Control (top access) Door Assembly 3 Main Door Assembly 4 Lint Compartment Area (lint screen located behind door) 5 Data Label and Installation Label (located behind control [service] door) ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 13
9 2. Dryer Rear View Illus. No. Description 1 Heating Unit 2 1/8" Compressed Air Supply Inlet (behind Electric Service Relay Box for Steam Models ONL Y) 3* Electric Service Relay Box 4 T umbler Bearing Mount Assembly 5 Idler Bearing Mount Assembly 6 Basket (Drive) Motor Assembly (for Reversing Models ONL Y) 7 Blower Motor Assembly 8 Dryer Exha ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 14
10 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: National Fuel Gas Code ANSI.Z223.1-LA TEST EDITION and/or National Electric Code ANSI/NFP A NO. 70-LA TEST ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 15
11 B. UNP ACKING/SETTING UP Remove protective shipping material (i.e., plastic wrap, and/or optional shipping box) from dryer . IMPOR T ANT : 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. T o un-skid the dryer , locat ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 16
12 NOTE : Allowances must be made for opening the control door . Dryers may positioned side wall to side wall. However , a 1/16" minimum allowance must be made for opening and closing of the control door and the lint door . It is suggested that the dryer be positioned about two (2) feet away from the nearest obstruction for ease of installatio ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 17
13 IMPOR T ANT : Even though a minimum of only 12-inches is required, 18-inches or more is suggested. The additional clearance is advantageous for ease of installation and service. IMPOR T ANT : When fire sprinkler systems are located above the dryers, a minimum of 18-inches above the dryer console (module) is required. Dryers may be positioned sid ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 18
14 T o compensate 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 ma ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 19
15 E. EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS 1. General Exhaust Duct W ork Information Exhaust duct work should be designed and installed by a qualified professional. Improperly sized duct work will create excessive back pressure which results in slow drying, increased use of energy , overheating of the dryer , and shutdown of the burner by the airflow (sail) switch ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 20
16 IMPORT ANT : Minimum duct work diameter for horizontal venting is 10-inches and for vertical venting the minimum is 12-inches. NOTE : Where the exhaust duct work passes through a wall, ceiling, or roof made of combustible materials, the opening must be 2-inches lar ger (all the way around) than the duct. The duct must be centered within this ope ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 21
17 IMPOR T ANT : Minimum duct size for a dryer that is vented vertically is 12-inches for a round duct or an equivalent of 120 square inches. THE DUCT SIZE MUST NOT BE REDUCED ANYWHERE DOWN STREAM OF THE DRYER. IMPOR T ANT : For extended duct work runs, the cross section area of the duct work can only be increased to an extent. When the duct work a ...
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19 F . ELECTRICAL INFORMA TION 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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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 24
20 2. Electrical Service Specifications IMPOR T ANT : 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 V AC or 240 V AC, the supply voltage must match the electric service specifications of the data label exactly . IMPOR T ANT : ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 25
21 3. Grounding A ground (earth) connection must be provided and installed in accordance with state and local codes. In the absence of these codes, grounding must conform to applicable requirements of the National Electric Code ANSI/NFP A NO. 70-LA TEST EDITION. The ground connection may be to a proven earth ground at the location service panel. Fo ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 26
22 Connect L1 and L2 to the power block and ground to the copper lug located in the rear service box mentioned above. S IN G L E -P HA S E (1 ø) E LE CTR I C AL C ONN EC TI ON L EAD S B LA C K + P OSIT I VE W HI TE + N EU TR A L G REE N + G RO U N D OR L2 If local codes permit, power to the dryer can be made by the use of a flexible U.L. listed po ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 27
23 1) GAS MODELS and STEAM MODELS ONL Y The only electrical input connections to the dryer are the 3-phase (3 ø ) power leads (L1,L2,L3 and sometimes neutral) and ground. Single-phase (1 ø ) power for the control circuit is done internally to the dryer . No single-phase (1 ø ) input connection is required on a 3-phase (3 ø ) dryer . For gas and ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 28
24 1) ELECTRICALL Y HEA TED MODELS ONL Y The only electrical input connections to the dryer are the 3-phase (3 ø ) power leads (L1,L2,L3 and sometimes neutral) and ground. Single-phase (1 ø ) power for the control circuit is done internally to the dryer . No single-phase (1 ø ) input connection is required on a 3-phase (3 ø ) dryer . CAUTION : ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 29
25 The only electrical input connections to the dryer are the 3-phase (3 ø ) power leads (L1,L2,L3 andsometimes neutral) and ground. Single-phase (1 ø )power for the control circuit is done internally to the dryer . No single-phase (1 ø ) input connection is required on a 3-phase (3 ø ) dryer . For gas model and steam model dryers manufactured ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 30
26 G. GAS INFORMA TION 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 requirem ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 31
27 2. T echnical Gas Data a. Gas Specifications b . Gas Connections: Inlet connection ---------- 3/4-inch N.P .T . Inlet supply size ---------- 3/4-inch N.P .T . (minimum) Btu/hr input (per dryer) - 204,000 1) Natural Gas Regulation is controlled by the dryer's gas valve's internal regulator . Incoming supply pressure must be consistent b ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 32
28 3. Piping/Connections ALL components/materials must conform to National Gas Code specifications. 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 BTU's being supplied. The dryer is provided with a 3/4" N.P .T . inlet pipe connection ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 33
29 Consistent gas pressure is essential at ALL gas connections. It is recommended that a 2-inch pipe gas loop be installed in the supply line serving 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 of water column pressure. NOTE : A water column test ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 34
30 H. STEAM INFORMA TION 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. IMPORT ANT : Failure to comply with the requirements stipulated in this manual can result in component failure which wil ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 35
31 c. Flexible hoses or couplings must be used. The dryer vibrates slightly when it runs and this will cause the steam coil connections to crack if they are hard piped to the supply and return mains. d. Shut-off valves for each dryer should be installed in the supply line, return line, and drip trap return line. This will allow the dryer to be isol ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 36
32 4. Steam Damper Air System Connections The MLS-78 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 inner top area of the dryer just in front of the electric service relay box. Co m p r e ss e d A ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 37
33 5. Steam Damper System Operation The MLS-78 steam damper shown in Diagram 1 in the illustration below , 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 ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 38
34 5. Steam Damper Air Piston (Flow Control) Operation Adjustment Although the steam 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 33 or instructions to check steam damper operation. If steam damper adjustment is necessary , locate t ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 39
35 I. PREP ARA TION FOR OPERA TION/ST AR T -UP The following items should be checked before attempting to operate the dryer: 1. Read ALL " CAUTION ," " W ARNING ," 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 affixe ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 40
36 J. PREOPERA TIONAL 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 . a. Open ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 41
37 c. Electric Models 1) Check to insure that electric oven/contactor assembly is activating. 3. Make a complete operational check of ALL safety related circuits: a. Door Switch(es) b. Hi-Limit Thermostats c. Sail Switch (for Gas Models and Electric Models ONL Y) NOTE: T o check for proper sail switch operation (for Gas Models and Electric Models O ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 42
38 7. REVERSING MODELS ONL Y - basket (tumbler) dryer should never be operated with less than a 30 lb. load (dry weight). The size of the load will af fect the coast-down and dwell (stop) times. The basket (tumbler) must come to a complete stop before starting in opposite direction. a. Microprocessor Models 1) Spin T imes and Stop T imes ar e not a ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 43
39 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. Discontinue the heat supply: a. GAS MODELS ... discontinue the gas supply . 1) SHUT OFF external gas supply ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 44
40 SECTION IV SER VICE/P AR TS INFORMA TION A. SER VICE 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 distribut ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 45
41 SECTION V W ARRANTY INFORMA TION A. RETURNING W ARRANTY CARD(S) 1. Before any dryer leaves the ADC factory test area, a warranty card ( ADC Part No. 1 12254) 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 bette ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 46
42 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 f ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 47
43 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 dependen ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 48
44 STEAM DRYERS Clean the steam coil fins. Suggest using compressed air and a vacuum cleaner with brush attachment. NOTE : When cleaning steam coil fins, be careful not to bend the fins. If the fins are bent, straighten by using a fin comb , which is available from any local air conditioning supply house. 90 DA YS 1. Remove lint from around basket ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 49
45 SECTION VII REVERSING TIMER SPIN/DWELL ADJUSTMENTS T imer models have an electronic reversing timer in the electrical service box which is located in the upper left rear area of the dryer . Both the Dwell (stop) T ime and the basket (tumbler) Spin T ime are adjustable by mode selection switches located on the electronic timer (as noted in the il ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 50
46 SECTION VIII DA T A LABEL LOCA TION/INFORMA TION DA T A LABEL When contacting American Dryer Corporation , certain information is required to in- sure proper service/parts information from ADC . This information is on the data label that is located in the left inside front side panel (as shown in the illustration above). When contacting ADC plea ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 51
47 THE DA T A LABEL 1. MODEL DR YER The model number is an ADC number which describes the size of the dryer and the type of heat (gas, electric, or steam). 2. SERIAL NUMBER The serial number allows ADC to gather information on your particular dryer . 3. MANUF ACTURING CODE NUMBER The manufacturing code number is a number issued by ADC which describ ...
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American Dryer Corp. ML-78 - page 52
48 SECTION IX PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 1. Hot Surface Ignition (HSI) System a. Upon completing installation of the replacement Hot Surface Ignition (HSI) module, reestablish power to the dryer . b. Start the drying cycle. c. The HSI module's "red" indicator light will light for up to approximately 5 se ...
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ADC 113029 1 - 01/19/98-50 2- 10/14/98-0 3* 01/11/99-20 4* 04/26/99-35 ...
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