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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.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapor and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
WHAT DO YOU DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
* Do not try to light any appliance.
* Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use
any phone in your building.
* Clear the room, building or area of all
occupants.
* Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
* If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
080699GS/cms
ML-78II
Installation Manual
For replacement parts, contact the reseller from which the dryer
(Gas HSI)
AVERTISSEMENT: Assurez-vous de bien
suivre les instructions données dans cette
notice pour réduire au minimum le risque
d'incendie ou d'explosion ou pour éviter tout
dommage matériel, 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
appareil.
QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR
DE GAZ:
* Ne pas tenter d'allumer d'appareil.
* Ne touchez à aucun interrupteur. Ne pas
vous servir des téléphones se trouvant dans
le bâtiment où vous vous trouvez.
* Évacuez la pièce, le bâtiment ou la zone.
* Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de
gaz depuis un voisin. Suivez les instructions
du fournisseur.
* Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur
de gaz, appelez le service des incendies.
L'installation et l'entretien doivent être assurés
par un installateur ou un service d'entretien
qualifié ou par le fournisseur de gaz.
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
www.amdry.com
ADC Part No. 113106

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  • Page 1 Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. 080699GS/cms ML-78II (Gas HSI) AVERTISSEMENT: Assurez-vous de bien suivre les instructions données dans cette notice pour réduire au minimum le risque d’incendie ou d’explosion ou pour éviter tout dommage matériel, toute blessure ou la mort.
  • Page 2 Important For your convenience, log the following information: “IMPORTANT NOTE TO PURCHASER” POUR VOTRE SÉCURITÉ Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d’essence ni d’autres vapeurs ou liquides inflammables dans le voisinage de cet appareil ou de yout autre appareil. ML-78II...

  • Page 3: For Your Safety

    YOU MUST DISCONNECT AND LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC SUPPLY AND THE GAS 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.
  • Page 4 The dryer must never be operated with any of the back guards, outer tops, or service panels removed. PERSONAL INJURY OR FIRE COULD RESULT. DRYER MUST NEVER BE OPERATED WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER/SCREEN IN PLACE, EVEN IF AN EXTERNAL LINT COLLECTION SYSTEM IS USED. PLEASE OBSERVE ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS displayed on the equipment and/or specified in the installation manual included with the dryer.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents SECTION I IMPORTANT INFORMATION ... 3 A. Receiving and Handling ... 3 B. Safety Precautions ... 4 SECTION II SPECIFICATIONS/COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ... 6 A. Specifications ... 6 B. Component Identification ... 8 SECTION III INSTALLATION PROCEDURES ... 10 A.
  • Page 6 SECTION VI ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ... 35 A. Cleaning ... 35 B. Adjustments ... 36 C. Lubrication ... 36 SECTION VII REVERSING TIMER SPIN/DWELL ADJUSTMENTS ... 37 SECTION VIII DATA LABEL INFORMATION... 38 A. Data Label ... 38 SECTION IX PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS ...

  • Page 7: Important Information

    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.

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    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.
  • Page 9 7. A program should be established for the inspection and cleaning of lint in the burner area, exhaust ductwork, and area around the back of the dryer. The frequency of inspection and cleaning can best be determined from experience at each location. WARNING: The collection of lint in the burner area and exhaust ductwork can create a potential fire hazard.

  • Page 10: Specifications/Component Identification

    SPECIFICATIONS/COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION A. SPECIFICATIONS BASKET (TUMBLER) DIAMETER BASKET (TUMBLER) DEPTH BASKET (TUMBLER) MOTOR DOOR OPENING (DIAMETER) BASKET (TUMBLER) VOLUME EXHAUST CONNECTION (DIAMETER) DRYERS PER 20’/40’ CONTAINER DRYERS PER 45’/48’ TRUCK VOLTAGE AVAILABLE APPROX. WEIGHT (UNCRATED) APPROX. WEIGHT (CRATED) HEAT INPUT AIRFLOW INLET PIPE SIZE** Shaded areas are stated in metric equivalents...

  • Page 11: Specifications

    Specifications MLG-78II (Gas) NOTE: ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice or obligation.

  • Page 12: Component Identification

    B. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 1. Dryer Front View Illus. No. Description Controls Control (top access) Door Assembly Main Door Assembly Lint Compartment Area (lint screen located behind door) Wire Diagram Data Label and Installation Label (located in the left side panel/wall area behind the control door)
  • Page 13 2. Dryer Rear View Illus. No. Description Heating Unit Outer Top Area Electric Service Relay Box Basket (tumbler) Bearing Mount Assembly Idler Bearing Mount Assembly Basket (tumbler) (drive) Motor Assembly (for reversing models only) Blower Motor Assembly Dryer Exhaust Electrical service connections are made in this box.

  • Page 14: Installation Procedures

    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) or ANSI/NFPA NO. 70-LATEST EDITION (National Electrical Code) or in Canada, the installation must conform to applicable Canadian Standards: CAN/CGA-B149.1-M91 (Natural Gas) or CAN/CGA-B149.2-M91 (Liquid Propane [L.P.] Gas) or LATEST EDITION (for General Installation and Gas Plumbing) or Canadian Electrical Codes Parts 1 &...

  • Page 15: Unpacking/Setting Up

    10. The dryer must be installed with provisions for adequate combustion and make-up air supply. CAUTION: This dryer produces combustible lint and must be exhausted to the outdoors. Every 6 months, inspect the exhaust ducting and remove any lint build up. B.

  • Page 16: Dryer Enclosure Requirements

    C. DRYER ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS Bulkheads and partitions must be made of noncombustible materials and must be located a minimum of 12-inches (30.48 cm), 18-inches (45.72 cm) or more is recommended for ease of installation, maintenance, and service above the dryer outer top, except along the front of the dryer which may be partially closed in if desired. The clearance between the bulkhead header and the dryer must be a minimum of 4-inches (10.16 cm) and must not extend more than 4-inches (10.16 cm) to the rear of the front.

  • Page 17: Fresh Air Supply Requirements

    D. FRESH AIR SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS 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.

  • Page 18: Exhaust Requirements

    E. EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS 1. General Exhaust Ductwork Information Exhaust ductwork should be designed and installed by a qualified professional. Improperly sized ductwork 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) switches, burner hi-limits, or basket (tumbler) hi-limit thermostats.
  • Page 19 IMPORTANT: Exhaust back pressure measured by a manometer in the exhaust duct must be no less than 0 and must not exceed 0.3 inches (0.74 mb) of water column (W.C.). IMPORTANT: Minimum ductwork diameter for horizontal venting is 10-inches (25.4 cm) and for vertical venting the minimum is 12-inches (30.48 cm).
  • Page 20 IMPORTANT: Minimum duct size for a dryer that is vented vertically is 12-inches (30.48 cm) for a round duct or an equivalent of 120 square inches (774.2 square centimeters). THE DUCT SIZE MUST NOT BE REDUCED ANYWHERE DOWNSTREAM OF THE DRYER. IMPORTANT: For extended ductwork runs, the cross section area of the ductwork can only be increased to an extent.
  • Page 21 a. Outside Ductwork Protection 1) To protect the outside end of the horizontal ductwork from the weather, a 90° elbow bent downward should be installed where the exhaust exits the building. If the ductwork travels vertically up through the roof, it should be protected from the weather by using a 180° turn to point the opening downward.

  • Page 22: Electrical Information

    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 to local and state regulations or codes. In the absence of such codes, ALL electrical connections, materials, and workmanship must conform to the applicable requirements of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA NO.
  • Page 23 2. Electrical Service Specifications MLG-78II (Gas) ELECTRICAL SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS (PER DRYER) IMPORTANT: 208 VAC AND 240 VAC ARE NOT THE SAME. When ordering, specify exact voltage. NOTES: When fuses are used they must be dual element, time delay, current limiting, class RK1 or RK5 ONLY. Calculate/determine correct fuse value, by applying either local and/or National Electrical Codes to listed appliance amp draw data.
  • Page 24 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 Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA NO. 70-LATEST EDITION, or in Canada, the installation must conform to applicable Canada Standards: Canadian Electrical Codes Parts 1 &...
  • Page 25 Connect L1 and L2 to the power block and ground to the copper lug located in the rear service box mentioned on the previous page. INGLE HASE Black Positive If local codes permit, power to the dryer can be made by the use of a flexible U.L. listed power cord/ pigtail (wire size must conform to rating of dryer), or the dryer can be hard wired directly to the service breaker panel.
  • Page 26 The only electrical input connections to the dryer are the 3-phase (3ø) power leads (L1, L2, L3, and sometimes neutral) and ground. Single-phase (1ø) power for the control circuit is done internally to the dryer. No single-phase (1ø) input connection is required on a 3-phase (3ø) dryer. For gas dryers manufactured for operation at 3-phase (3ø), the electrical connections are made at the power distribution block located in the service box at the rear, upper left corner of the dryer.
  • Page 27 c. 3-Phase (3ø) Wiring Connections (Hookup) - For Reversing Models Only The electrical connections on ALL 3-phase (3ø) gas model dryers are made into the rear service box located at the upper left area of the dryer. NOTE: A CI RCUI T SERVI CI N G EACH DRYER If local codes permit, power to a gas dryer can be made by the use of a flexible U.L.

  • Page 28: Gas Information

    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 to local and state regulations or codes. In the absence of such codes, ALL plumbing connections, materials, and workmanship must conform to the applicable requirements of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1-LATEST EDITION, or in Canada, the Canadian Installation Codes CAN/CGA-B149.1-M91 (Natural Gas) or CAN/CGA-B149.2-M91 (Liquid Propane [L.P.] Gas) or LATEST...
  • Page 29 2. Technical Gas Data a. Gas Specifications Manifold Pressure* 3.5 inches W.C. In-Line Pressure 6.0 - 12.0 inches W.C. Shaded areas are stated in metric equivalents b. Gas Connections Inlet connection --- 3/4-inch N.P.T. Inlet supply size --- 3/4-inch N.P.T. (minimum) Btu/hr input -------- 204,000 (51,408 kcal/hr) 1) Natural Gas Regulation is controlled by the dryer’s gas valve’s internal regulator.
  • Page 30 3. Piping/Connections ALL components/materials must conform to National Fuel Gas Code Specifications ANSI Z223.1-LATEST EDITION, or in Canada, CAN/CGA-B149.1-M91 (Natural Gas) or CAN/CGA-B149.2-M91 (Liquid Propane [L.P.] Gas) or LATEST EDITION (for General Installation and Gas Plumbing), as well as local codes and ordinances and must be done by a qualified professional.
  • Page 31 Consistent gas pressure is essential at ALL gas connections. It is recommended that a 3/4-inch (19.050 mm) pipe gas loop be installed in the supply line servicing 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 (29.9 mb) of water column (W.C.) pressure.

  • Page 32: Preparation For Operation/Start-Up

    H. PREPARATION FOR OPERATION/START-UP 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 affixed to the left side panel/wall area behind the control door.

  • Page 33: Preoperational Tests

    I. 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.
  • Page 34 NOTE: To check for proper sail switch operation, open the main door and while holding main door switch plunger in, start the dryer. Dryer should start but heat circuit should not be activated (on). If the heat system is activated, the sail switch is improperly adjusted and must be adjusted by bending the actuator arm of the sail switch toward the burner box.

  • Page 35: Preoperational Instructions

    b. Dual Timer Models 1) Both dwell (stop) time and basket (tumbler) spin time are adjustable (refer to the illustration on page 37). 8. Check to insure that ALL setscrews (i.e., basket [tumbler] drive, idler, etc.) are tight. J. PREOPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS 1.

  • Page 36: Service/Parts Information

    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 reseller from whom the ADC equipment was purchased. If the reseller cannot be contacted or is unknown, contact the ADC Service Department for a reseller in your area. NOTE: When contacting the ADC Service Department, be sure to give them the correct model number and serial number so that your inquiry is handled in an expeditious manner.

  • Page 37: Warranty Information

    WARRANTY INFORMATION A. RETURNING WARRANTY CARD(S) 1. Before any dryer leaves the ADC factory test area, a warranty card 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 serve you should you file a warranty claim.
  • Page 38 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.

  • Page 39: Routine Maintenance

    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 ductwork system. The frequency of cleaning can best be determined from experience at each location. Maximum operating efficiency is dependent upon proper air circulation.

  • Page 40: Adjustments

    90 DAYS 1. Remove lint from around basket (tumbler), drive motors, and surrounding areas. 2. Remove lint from gas valve burner area with a dusting brush or vacuum cleaner attachment. 3. Clean any lint accumulation in and around both the blower and drive motor casing openings. NOTE: To prevent damage, avoid cleaning or touching the hot surface ignitor assembly.

  • Page 41: Reversing Timer Spin/Dwell Adjustments

    REVERSING TIMER SPIN/DWELL ADJUSTMENTS Timer 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) time and the basket (tumbler) spin time are adjustable by mode selection switches located on the electronic timer (as noted in the illustration below).

  • Page 42: Data Label Information

    SECTION VIII DATA LABEL INFORMATION A. DATA LABEL When contacting American Dryer Corporation, certain information is required to insure proper service/parts information from ADC. This information is on the data label that is located in the left side panel/wall area behind the control door.
  • Page 43 THE DATA LABEL 1. MODEL NUMBER 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.

  • Page 44: Procedure For Functional Check Of Replacement Components

    PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 1. For Models With Hot Surface Ignition (HSI) Module (CE Version) a. Upon completing installation of the replacement HSI module, reestablish power to the dryer. b. The HSI module’s “red” indicator light will light for up to approximately 5-seconds (self check routine).

  • Page 45: Burner And Basket (Tumbler)/Lint Chamber Manual Reset Hi-Limit Instructions

    BURNER AND BASKET (TUMBLER)/LINT CHAMBER MANUAL RESET HI-LIMIT INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL RESET HI-LIMIT INSTRUCTIONS This dryer was manufactured with a burner manual reset hi-limit and basket (tumbler)/lint chamber hi-limit thermostat which is monitored by the Phase 6 computer. If either manual reset thermostat is open prior to start of the drying cycle, the dryer will start momentarily and then shutdown, the Phase 6 computer will display an error code with an audio indication.
  • Page 46 ADC 113106 1 - 08/17/99-25 4* 09/29/00-20 2 - 09/21/99-25 3 * 05/03/00-25 5* 04/10/01-25 6 * 08/15/01-25...

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