OWNER'S MANUAL 30 Lb. Stack Laundry Dryer MODEL L28STK30G CONTINENTAL GIRBAU, INC. HEADQUARTERS 2525 Bowen Street Phone: (414) 231-8222 Oshkosh, WI 54901-2021 FAX: (414) 231-4666 THIS MANUAL MUST BE GIVEN TO THE EQUIPMENT OWNER. MAN2030SC (ECN5667) 10/99 D0553...
IMPORTANT NOTICES—PLEASE READ For optimum efficiency and safety, we recommend that you read the Manual before operating the equipment. Store this manual in a file or binder and keep for future reference. WARNING: Purchaser must post the following notice in a prominent location: 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 death.
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ATTENTION: L’ACHETEUR DOIT PLACER L’AVERTISSEMENT SUIVANT DANS UN ENDROIT CLAIR ET VISIBLE: AVERTISSEMENT. Assurez-vous de bien suivre les instructions donnees dans cette notice pour reduire au minimum le risque d’incendie ou d’explosion ou pour eviter tuot dommage materiel, toute blessure ou la mort. __ Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d’essence ni d’autres vapeurs ou liquides inflammables dans le voisinage de cet appareil ou de tout autre...
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WARNING: To avoid fire hazard, do not dry articles containing foam rubber or similar texture materials. Do not put into this dryer flammable items such as baby bed mattresses, throw rugs, undergarments, (brassieres, etc.) and other items which use rubber as padding or backing. Rubber easily oxidizes causing excessive heat and possible fire.
CISSELL DRYER WARRANTY The Cissell Manufacturing Company (Cissell) warrants all new equipment (and the original parts thereof) to be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of sale thereof to an original purchaser for use, except as hereinafter provided.
SYMBOLS The following symbols are used in this manual and/or on the machine. Symbol Description NOTE! Hot! Do Not Touch Heib! Nicht Beruhren Haute temperature! Ne pas toucher Caliente! no tocar Heet! Niet Aanraken dangerous voltage tension dangereuse Gafahrliche elektrischeSpannung tension peligrosa marche conectado...
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SYMBOLS The following symbols are used in this manual and/or on the machine. Symbol Description rotation in two directions rotation dans les deux sens Drehbewigung in zwei Richtungen movimiento rotativo en los dos sentidos direction of rotation sens de mouvement continu de rotation Drehbewegung in Pfeilrichtung movimiento giratorio o rotatorio en el sentido de la flecha...
Unpacking/General Installation (All Dryers) Upon arrival of the equipment, any damage in shipment should be UNPACKING reported to the carrier immediately. Upon locating permanent location of a unit, care should be taken in movement and placement of equipment. See outline clearance diagrams for correct dimensions. Remove all packing material such as: tape, manuals, skid, etc.
General Specifications Motor Size............1/2 Hp (0.38 kW) per pocket GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Basket Load Capacity ........30 lb (14 kg) Dryweight per pocket Basket Size ........... 28" (712 mm) Diameter x 30" (762 mm) Deep (per pocket) Door Opening ..........22 5/8" (575 mm) Total Amps, Voltage, Cycle .........
General Information GENERAL The dryer is so designed that when an operator opens the dryer door, INFORMATION the basket and exhaust fan stops. You can expect fast drying from a laundry dryer. Hot, dry air is properly and effectively moved through the basket and exhausted through a lint trap to the atmosphere.
Grounding Instructions (Illustration) Grounding Terminal Green Grounding Wire ELECTRICAL Dryers must be electrically grounded by a separate #14 or larger CONNECTIONS green wire from the grounding terminal within the service connection box to a cold water pipe, or through the fourth green wire properly grounded and connected to the grounding terminal.
Gas Piping Installation GAS PIPING 1. The installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code, INSTALLATION ANSI Z223.1 or the CAN/CGA-B149, Installation Codes. 2. Check identification nameplate for type of gas for dryer. 3.
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Gas Piping Installation (Illustration) Valve Supply The dryer and it’s 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 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa). The dryer must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing it's individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa).
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Gas Service Installation Instructions The size of the gas service pipe is dependant upon many variables, GAS SERVICE such as tees, lengths, etc. Specific pipe size should be obtained from INSTALLATION the gas supplier. Refer to the “Gas Pipe Size” chart in this manual for INSTRUCTIONS general gas pipe size information.
Gas Pipe Size Chart TOTAL BTU/HR GAS PIPE SIZE FOR 1000 BTU (250 KCAL) NATURAL GAS (for LP Gas correct AT 7” W.C. (17.5 MBAR) PRESSURE TOTAL total BTU/HR below by KCAL multiplying by .6) In figuring total length of pipe, make allowance for tees and elbows. HOUR (25 ft.) (50 ft.)
Multiple Vented Installation Whenever possible, each stack dryer tumbler should have an individual short Single dryer straight exhaust duct. Multiple dryers Whenever possible, each dryer tumbler in multiple installations should have individual short straight exhaust ducts. If an individual or dual duct is not possible, install a long tapered main connector duct.
Dryer Installation With Separate Exhaust (Preferred) DRYER INSTALLATION WITH SEPARATE EXHAUST For ductwork less than 14 feet (5) and 2 elbows equivalent and less than (PREFERRED) 0.3 inches (7.7 mm) static pressure: NEVER exhaust the dryer into a chimney. NEVER install wire mesh screen over the exhaust or make-up air area.
Suggested Minimum Dryer Make-up Air Requirements Dryer Dryer Pocket Maximum Air Flow Duct Size For Required Make-up Model Capacity Rate per Pocket Service Connection Air Area per Pocket m3/h inch sq. inch cm2 C 30 13.6 1190 C 30 E/S 13.6 C 30 ST 13.6...
Exhaust and Venting DRYER AIR FLOW Nothing is more important than air flow for the proper operation of a clothes INSTALLATION dryer. A dryer is a pump which draws make-up air from the out-of-doors, through the heater, through the clothes and then forces the air through the exhaust duct back to the out-of-doors.
Rules for Safe Operation of Dryer 1. Be sure your dryer is installed properly in accordance with the RULES FOR SAFE recommended instructions. OPERATION OF DRYER 2. CAUTION Be safe—shut main electrical power supply and gas supply off externally before attempting service. 3.
Operating Instructions—Coin Meter Models OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS—COIN METER MODELS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS—COIN 1. After loading the dryer with water washed clothes, close the loading METER MODELS door. 2. ELECTRO-MECHANICAL COIN METER: Insert proper coin(s) in slot and turn knob until it stops. COMPUTERIZED COIN METER: Insert coin.
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Operating Instructions—Coin Meter Models IMPORTANT IMPORTANT If the dryer door is opened during the drying cycle, the fan and heat will shut off. Press “START” button to resume the cycle. This dryer is designed for a capacity maximum load. Overloading it will result in longer drying time and damp spots on some of the load.
Service Savers To help you troubleshoot the dryer, listed below are the most common TROUBLESHOOTING reasons for service calls and some answers to the problems. Before you call service, please review the following items: DRYER WON’T START 1. Is the door completely closed? DRYER WON’T START 2.
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Troubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting Chart TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Motor will not start. No power. Check fuses on circuit breakers. Make sure main control switch is “on”. Check bonnet thermostat (gas only). Incorrect power. Check power source; voltage, phase and frequency must be the same as specified on electrical rating plate.
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Troubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting Chart TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Dryer noisy or vibrating. Not leveled. Check manual for proper leveling procedures. Fan out of balance. Accidental damage to the fan blade can change the dynamic balance. Damaged fans should be replaced. Basket rubbing. Adjust basket clearance.
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Troubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting Chart TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Dryer runs, but no heat. Air switch out of adjustment. See air switch adjustment sheet. (continued) Air switch defective. Replace air switch. Gas pressure too low. Check manifold pressure and adjust to pressure specified on rating plate.
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Troubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting Chart TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Dryer too hot. Incorrect main burner orifices. Replace orifices. Check factory for correct size. Inadequate make-up air. Make-up air must be 4 to 6 times the exhaust area of the dryer. Lint accumulated. Remove lint.
Direct-Spark Ignition Operation NOTE: Some models are equipped with a dual ignition system. DIRECT SPARK The dual ignition system contains two direct spark IGNITION ignition modules in parallel. Each module has its own OPERATION flame sense circuit and acts independently of the other. If either bonnet limit thermostat opens because of high heat or flame impingement, the entire ignition system will shut down.
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DIRECT SPARK IGNITION OPERATION FLOW CHART Page 31...
General Maintenance 1. Clean lint trap daily. Remove lint before or after each day of GENERAL operation. A clean lint trap will increase the efficiency of the dryer and MAINTENANCE the moisture-laden air will be exhausted outside more quickly. 2. Keep basket and sweep sheets clean. Clean as often as needed. The basket and sweep sheets are accessible by removing the front panel of the dryer.
Bearings Replacement Instructions (Illustration) Step 1 Remove belt guard, V-belt, spacer and basket BEARING REPLACEMENT sheave. INSTRUCTIONS Step 2 Loosen set screws on the flange bearing and on the pillow block bearing. Step 3 Remove the bolts holding the pillow block bearing and take it off the shaft.
Basket Alignment Instructions BASKET ALIGNMENT Step 1 Loosen both eccentric locking collars on the two basket bearings (flange and pillow block types). Loosen the set INSTRUCTIONS screws and turn clockwise. If necessary, use a punch and mallet, striking the punch hole in a clockwise direction to break it loose.
Basket Shimming Instructions BASKET SHIMMING This procedure is normally necessary when replacing either the basket or the spider assembly on any dryer. Proper shimming is INSTRUCTIONS crucial to obtain a true running basket. A. Align the basket as per instructions in the manual. B.
Air Switch Adjustment (Illustration) (20 mm) AIR SWITCH 1. Shut off current; disconnect leads and remove air switch. ADJUSTMENT 2. Lay air switch assembly on flat surface. Adjust air blade at “A” (FIGURE 1) so that air blade lays flat and surface “B” is parallel to the flat surface.
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Ref. Part Description TUD0083 JACKET WELDED ASS’Y TUD0283 INSULATION, TOP TUD0375 COIN CHUTE TU7733 SCREW SELF TAP TUD0258 SPRING RETAINER EA-00650-0 SWITCH, LINT DRAWER TUD0241 SWEEP SHEET LR TUD0239 SWEEP SHEET UR TUD0240 SWEEP SHEET LL TUD0134 SWEEP SHEET UL TUD0282 INSULATION SIDE Page 37...