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Dexter Commerical Vended Dryer C-Series 30Lb, 50Lb, 80L, Single Tumbler Parts & Service Manual Part # 8533-088-001 7/21 Starting Serial Number...
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Equipment Safety Warnings Symbols and Terminology Used in this Equipment Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
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Equipment Safety Warnings Symbols and Terminology Used in this Equipment Warning! Do not operate equipment if door glass is damaged in any way. Warning! Keep clear of rotating parts. Prohibited! Do not enter this equipment or space. Prohibited! Do not step or stand on this equipment. Prohibited! Do not operate without all guards and covers in place.
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Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which if not avoided, will result in death or seri- ous injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
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WARNING • All Dryers must be installed in accordance to all applicable electrical, plumbing and all other local codes. • These installation and operation instructions are for use by qualified personnel only. To avoid injury and electrical shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the installation and op- eration instructions, unless qualified.
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WARNING Children should be supervised to ensure they do not operate or play in or around equipment. Keep all panels in place to protect against electrical shock and injury and add rigidity to washer. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a...
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Warning! Do not operate equipment if door glass is damaged in any way. Warning! Keep clear of rotating parts. Prohibited! Do not enter this equipment or space. Prohibited! Do not step or stand on this equip- ment. Prohibited! Do not operate without all guards and covers in place.
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Prohibited! Do not attempt to open, touch, or pro- ceed before referring to the manual or unless quali- fied. Mandatory! Read all supporting documentation be- fore operating or maintaining equipment. Mandatory! Disconnect power before servicing equipment. Mandatory! Lock out and tag out before servicing this equipment.
Dryer Installation All commercial dryer installations must conform with local applicable local codes or in the absence of lo- cal codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1A-1988. Canadian installations must comply with current standard CAN/CGA-B149(.1 or .2) Installation Code for Gas Burning Appliances or Equipment, and local codes if applicable.
MAKE-UP AIR Adequate make-up air must be supplied to replace air exhausted by dryers on all types of installa- tions. Provide a minimum make-up air opening to the outside for each dryer as follows: Dryer Model Make-up Air Volume/Time Make-up Air Opening Area (minimum) DC0030NC-10EC1X 830 CFM (23.5 m3/minute) 1 ft²...
TVSS MANUFACTURERS CONTACT PHONE Innovative Technology, Inc (Eaton) Factory 1-800-647-8877 or www.itvss.com EFI Electronics Corporation Factory 1-800-877-1174 or www.efinet.com (Schneider Electric) Distributor – Surge Pro 1-877-233-0153 MCG Surge Protection Factory 1-800-851-1508 or www.mcgsurge.com Advanced Protection Technologies Inc. Factory 1-800-237-4567 or www.aptsurge.com GAS REQUIREMENTS The complete gas requirements necessary to operate the dryer satisfactorily are listed on the serial plate located on the back panel of the dryer and in the specifications section of this...
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If the exhaust pipe passes through a wall, a metal sleeve of slightly larger diameter should be set in the wall and the exhaust pipe passed through this sleeve. This practice is required by some local codes and is recommended in all cases to protect the wall. This type of installation should have a means provid- ed to prevent rain and high winds from entering the exhaust when the dryer is not in use.
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DRYER IGNITION (SOLID STATE IGNITION). The solid state ignition system lights the main burner gas by spark. The gas is ignited and burns only when the gas-valve relay (in the electronic controller) calls for heat. The procedure for first-time starting of a dryer is as follows: A.
Section 2: Dryer Operating Instructions Part # 8533-088-001 7/21...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING THE DRYER 1. The display on the dryer control will show the required vend amount when in idle mode. Once the door is opened it will prompt the user to add money. Load clothes into the dryer. Close the door completely. 2.
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RUNNING THE DRYER -Opening the door will stop the dryer, but the timer will continue to count down. The dryer will restart, if time has not expired, upon closing the door and pressing the “start” button. -Selected temperature may be changed at any time (unless Temperature Pricing feature is activated).
Section 3: Dryer Programing Instructions Part # 8533-088-001 7/21...
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DexterLive The new DexterLive controls were created for you to be able to interface easier with your equipment and create variable pricing cycles to increase your profitibility in the same floor 'H[WHU /LYH 3DJH RI space. First, log into DexterLive, create your location and equipment list and then create your cycle and pricing information by the particular type of washer and dryer at the location.
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First Time Creating an Account at Dexter Live Log into DexterLive At the bottom, select “Create your DexterLive account.” DexterLive gives an owner the ability to manage multiple locations. At the “Create a DexterLive Account” screen. First time users must create an account. An account must be created to use...
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Fill in the required fields and click on “Create My Account”. When creating a new user account make sure to fill in all fields marked with asterisks and check the “Terms of Service” box. After selecting to “Create My Account”, you will see the log in screen advising you to go to your e-mail and activate your account.
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Open the e-mail sent from Dexterlive and select “CONFIRM MY ACCOUNT” Selecting the “Confirm My Account” hyperlink will take you back to the DexterLive log in page. At the “Log into DexterLive” screen, enter your e-mail/user name and password to access DexterLive.
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Programming To configure your settings with DexterLive.com: Add or select a location to program. DexterLive gives an owner the ability to manage multiple locations and machines. On the left side of the screen, select the “Programming” tab. Follow instructions in programming tab.
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Edit the “General Settings” (Equipment Tab) Adjust setting and offset time to match your location. (Time is set for Central Standard Time) Next select the “+Add Equipment” (Equipment Tab), located in the upper right hand corner. Name of the machine. (Example: Dryer 1) Enter serial...
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When all of the equipment has been added, select “Edit” on the machine type you wish to modify, and then select “Pricing”. (Equipment Tab and Machine Settings Tab) Program the price of the machine and the extra pricing adders. Cycle changes can be made by selecting the “Cycles” tab. Adjust cycle programming set the length...
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If desired, you may create and edit optional store promotions from the “Promotions “Tab. Select “Save Promotion” once your changes have been made. Create and download the Programming File. Once all preferred prices, cycles and promotions have been modified and saved, select “DOWNLOAD PROGRAMMING FILE”.
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PROGRAMMING THE DRYER CONTROL The dryer control can be programmed to prompt the user for alternate vend prices, change dryer cycle times, temperatures and many other options. This can be accomplished in two ways: Based on your internet browser the file needs to be saved as “AllUser.xml”. Depending on your Internet browser you may need to retrieve the file from 1.
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The machine will scroll “TO INSTALL – PRESS START”. At this prompt, press the green “Start” again. Once the program is uploaded successfully the control will scroll “DONE REMOVE USB”. The USB drive can be safely removed at this point. Note: All Dexter equipment (washers and dryers) featuring DexterLive controls can be programmed using this file once the equipment has been configured.
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-Cool-down time (owner programmable) is always part of the cycle time purchased by the customer. For example, if the cool-down time is 2 minutes, then the last 2 minutes of the cycle will have no heat. PROGRAMMING THE DRYER CONTROL The dryer control can be programmed to prompt the user for alternate vend prices, change dryer cycle times, temperatures and many other options.
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When manual programming mode is entered, the “Start”, “High”, “Medium” and “Low” buttons for the lower dryer perform alternate functions. Please note that the changes made using the lower dryer buttons affect both upper and lower dryers. Button Name Alternate Function in Programming Mode Start Becomes the action to accept the displayed option or the “Enter”...
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These alternate functions allow the user to move through a menu of options to choose various program- mable settings. The figure below shows the top level menu. Choosing an option from the top level menu will then display the next level of options (the sub menu). Quick Test Option: When the Quick Test Option is chosen, the dryer will begin a shortened dry cycle without the displayed vend price being met.
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Continuous Test Option: Similar to the Quick Test, when the Continuous Test Option is chosen, the dryer will begin a dry cycle with- out the displayed vend price being met. However, in this case, it will be a continuously-running cycle. It will not time out after any designated amount of time.
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Prices Option: This option allows the user to set values for coin acceptor inputs, vend price & time and extend dry price & time. It also allows the user to return the values to factory defaults. After changing prices using the “Up” or “Down”...
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The figure below shows the sub menu options for Prices: Part # 8533-088-001 7/21...
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Cycles Option: This option allows the user to set temperature and cooldown information for the drying cycle. It also al- lows the user to return the values to factory defaults. 1. “TEMP SETTINGS” allows the user to make adjustments, within a designated range, to the cycling temperature for each of the “Low”, “Medium”...
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Temperature Pricing Option: This option allows the user to require additional vend amounts be added based on the drying temperature chosen by the customer. This pricing adder is effective only for the Base Vend Price (it does not affect the Extend Dry Price).
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Settings Options: The Settings options allow for the user to make various programming changes to change how the control operation affects the customer. See below for detailed information on each next level option. 1. “Decimal Point”: If the user programs the Decimal Point to “OFF”, control display will not show a decimal point on any vend price values.
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8. “Shift Hours”: This feature allows the user to shift the time used by the control from the time kept internally by the control. The control uses a Real Time Clock (RTC) to internally track the time and date. The RTC continues operation even if the control loses external power. The RTC is set for Central Standard Time and no daylight savings.
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The figure below shows the sub menu options for Settings: Part # 8533-088-001 7/21...
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Usage Menu: The Usage menu allows for the user to track data about machine usage. See below for detailed information on each sub menu option. 1. “Coin Audit”: The coin audit field shows the accumulation of coin pulses that were sent to the control over each of the left and right coin inputs.
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Control Menu: The Control menu allows for the user to observe important technical information for the control. No chang- es can be made at this menu. See below for detailed information on each sub menu. 1. “Serial Number”: This is the control serial number. 2.
Section 4: Dryer Service Procedures Trouble Shooting and Schematics Part # 8533-088-001 7/21...
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Service Procedures Pressure Testing The dryer and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of ½ psig (14” water colum). The dryer must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than ½...
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Door Switch Removal & Installation Step 1: Remove front panel (see front panel removal). Step 2: Next disconnect door switch wires from back of loading door switch. Remove door switch by depressing the two tabs on switch and remove from the front of the panel. Note: For the 80lb, you will have to remove the door switch cover first by removing the two 3/8”...
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Clothes Door Latch Adjustment Step 1: Loosen the lock nut on the latching stud. It is located directly behind the door handle. Step 2: Open the loading door. Step 3: Screw the door catch stud in or out as necessary and then retighten the lock nut.
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High Limit Thermostat Locations & Functions Burner Housing This hi-limit is located on the rear of the burner housing. STEP 1: The thermostat opens the circuit to the main burners in the event of malfunction in the gas control area or temperature control. This thermostat will open quickly if there is a significant loss of air flow over the burner area.
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Pressure Regulator Adjustment Use the following procedure whenever it is necessary to check the pressure regulator setting. NOTE: Any adjustment of the pressure regulator must be made with a manometer attached at the plug in the main burner manifold. Step 1: Shut off the gas supply to the dryer. Step 2: Remove the 1/8”...
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Blower Impeller Removal Remove Blower motor assembly. Take notice of the location of the impeller location on the shaft. Remove the two set screws that hold the motor to the shaft. Airflow switch removal and adjustment The air switch assembly is part of the ignition safety circuit and insures that the burner doesn’t operate unless ther is airflow.
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Gas Valve & Manifold Removal Step 1: Disconnect union at gas valve and disconnect wires from gas valve operator coils. Step 2: Remove Gas Valve mounting bracket by removing the 4 5/16 screws. Upper Mounting Screws Gas Valve Union Main Burner Oriffice Removal Step 1: Remove manifold and gas valve assembly as above.
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Intermediate Pulley Removal 30Lb & 50Lb The intermediate pulley can be removed by removing the snap ring holding the pulley to the tension arm. Note: Cylinder pulley must be removed first. 80Lb The intermediate pulley can be removed by removing the nut holding the pulley to the tension arm. Snap Ring Tension Arm Assembly Removal The tension arm assembly may be removed by removing the snap ring that holds it to the tension arm...
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Adjustment of Cylinder Assembly Step 1: Loosen the two top adjusting bolts and two bottom adjusting nuts and lock nuts holding the bearing housing to the drive plate. Step 2: Loosen the four mounting bolts on the side channels. Step 3: Open the clothes door and insert a ½” thick shim at the 3 and 9 o’clock positions and a 1/4”...
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Spark Electrode Assembly-Function Step 1: The spark electrode and sensing electrodes are located directly at the side of the burner housing. Step 2: The electrode with the black hi-voltage wire conducts the spark to the center grounding probe, directly over the burner. Step 3: The electrode with the black sensing wire detects ignition and monitors flame by signaling the module.
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Dryer Trouble Shooting Symptom Probable Cause Suggested Remedy Tumbler does not turn Drive belts Check both drive belts. Replace if failed. Tumbler does not turn Check capacitor and motor. Replace if failed Door switch Check door switch contacts and adjustment. Adjust or replace door switch.
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Dryer Trouble Shooting Symptom Probable Cause Suggested Remedy Tumbler turns, ignition Gas supply Make sure gas supply is working. sparks, no flame Gas pressure Make manometer check of gas pressure. Adjust if necessary. Spark Electrode Sensor Check for damage to electrode or mounting. Replace if necessary.
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Error Codes Symptom Probable Cause Suggested Remedy TEMP SENSOR Shorted Temperature The dryer control shall not start until SHORT Sensor or wire. the detected short circuit is removed. Regardless of condition of short circuit, Error Code will be displayed until programming button is pressed to return machine to idle mode.
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Dryer Burner Housing Group 30Lb Description Part Number Housing Assembly, Burner 9803-210-001 Panel-Burner Housing, Side Left 9454-845-001 Baffle-Burner Housing, Center 9049-091-001 Panel-Burner Housing, Top 9454-871-001 Panel-Burner Housing, Front 9454-847-001 Panel-Burner Housing, Back 9454-848-001 Baffle-Burner Housing, Recirculation 9049-092-001 Baffle-Burner Housing, Front 9049-093-001 Duct Adaptor, 6”x3”...
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Dryer Burner Housing Group 50Lb Description Part Number Housing Assembly, Burner 9803-211-001 Panel-Burner Housing, Front 9454-863-001 Panel-Burner Housing, Side Right 9454-861-001 Panel-Burner Housing, Side Left 9454-862-001 Panel-Burner Housing, Back 9454-864-001 Baffle-Burner Housing, Center 9049-098-001 Panel-Burner Housing, Top 9454-849-001 Panel-Burner Housing, Top 9074-343-001 Baffle-Burner Housing, Extention 9049-100-001...
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Dryer Burner Housing Group 80Lb Description Part Number Housing Assembly, Burner 9803-212-001 Panel-Burner Housing, Front 9454-863-001 Panel-Burner Housing, Side Right 9454-861-001 Panel-Burner Housing, Side Left 9454-862-001 Panel-Burner Housing, Back 9454-864-001 Baffle-Burner Housing, Center 9049-098-001 Panel-Burner Housing, Top 9454-849-001 Panel-Burner Housing, Top 9074-343-001 Baffle-Burner Housing, Extention 9049-100-001...
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Section 7: Maintenance Schedule Part # 8533-088-001 7/21...
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Preventative Maintenance Daily Step 1: Clean the lint screen free of lint and other debris. Use a soft brush and Hot water if necessary. Step 2: Check the lint screen for tears. Replace if necessary. Step 3: Clean lint from the lint screen compartment. Step 4: Inspect felt seal on lint screen assembly, replace if needed.
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