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American Dryer Corp. Super AD-30 Installation & Operator's Manual

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Installation/Operator's Manual
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.
102397
012999WM/mt
SUPER AD-30
For replacement parts, contact the distributor from which the dryer
Telephone: (508) 678-9000 / Fax: (508) 678-9447
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
E-mail: techsupport@amdry.com
ADC Part No. 112121

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  • Page 1 SUPER AD-30 Installation/Operator's Manual 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.
  • Page 2 For your convenience, log the following information: MODEL NO. “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. SUPER AD-30...

  • Page 3: For Your Safety

    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.
  • 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/operator's manual included with the dryer.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    SECTION I IMPORTANT INFORMATION ... 3 A. RECEIVING and HANDLING ... 3 B. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ... 4 SECTION II SUPER AD-30 SPECIFICATIONS ... 6 SECTION III INSTALLATION PROCEDURES ... 8 A. UNPACKING/SETTING UP ... 8 B. LOCATION REQUIREMENTS ... 9 C.
  • Page 6 SECTION VII TROUBLESHOOTING ... 44 MICROPROCESSOR (COMPUTER) MODELS ... 44 DUAL TIMER MODELS ... 50 GAS MODELS ... 51 ELECTRIC MODELS ... 51 STEAM MODELS ... 51 SECTION VIII REVERSING TIMER SPIN/DWELL ADJUSTMENTS ... 54 SECTION IX TECHNICAL INFORMATION ... 55 SECTION X PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF REPLACEMENT COMONENTS ...

  • Page 7: 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.

  • 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 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 inside the dryer.

  • Page 10: Super Ad-30 Specifications

    SUPER AD-30 SPECIFICATIONS A. SPECIFICATIONS MAXIMUM CAPACITY (D BASKET (T ) DIAMETER UMBLER BASKET (T ) DEPTH UMBLER BASKET (T ) MOTOR UMBLER DOOR OPENING (D IAME TER BASKET VOLUME U MBL ER) APPROX. WEIGHT N CRATE D APPROX. WEIGHT (C...

  • Page 11: Specifications

    SUPER AD-30 Specifications NOTE: ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time, without notice or obligation.

  • Page 12: Installation Procedures

    IMPORTANT: For microprocessor (computer) models, this wooden block must be removed before connecting power to the dryer or irreparable damage to the basket (tumbler) will result. The lint coops of ALL SUPER AD-30 dryers are supported during shipping by a bracket. REMOVE THIS BRACKET BEFORE STARTING THE DRYER. SECTION III...

  • Page 13: Location Requirements

    B. LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Before installing the dryer, be sure the location conforms to local codes and ordinances. In the absence of such codes or ordinances the location must conform with 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 (L.P.

  • Page 14: Dryer Enclosure Requirements

    C. DRYER ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS Bulkheads and partitions should be made of noncombustible materials and must be located a minimum of 12- inches (18-inches 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 and must not extend more than 4-inches to the rear of the front.

  • Page 15: Fresh Air Supply

    D. FRESH AIR SUPPLY The SUPER AD-30 air supply (make-up air) must be given careful consideration to assure proper performance of each dryer. An unrestricted source of air is necessary for each dryer. As a general rule, an unrestricted air entrance from the outdoors (atmosphere) of a minimum of 1-1/2 square feet is required for each dryer.

  • Page 16: Exhaust Requirements

    E. EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS 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, and shutdown of the burner by the airflow (sail) switch, burner hi-limit, or lint chamber hi-heat protector thermostat. CAUTION: IMPROPERLY SIZED OR INSTALLED EXHAUST DUCT WORK CAN CREATE A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD.

  • Page 17: Single Dryer Venting

    SINGLE DRYER VENTING IMPORTANT: For exhaust runs over 10 feet a minimum duct size of 10-inches must be used. ORIZONTAL ENTING When single 10-inch venting is used, the duct work from the dryer to the outside outlet cannot exceed 30 feet (refer to Illus.
  • Page 18 ERTICAL ENTING When vertical single venting is used minimum duct size is 12-inches (refer to Illus. B below), the duct work from the dryer to the outside outlet cannot exceed 60 feet (refer to Illus. B below). This calculation compensates for the use of a maximum of three (3) elbows including the two (2) elbows creating the 180°...
  • Page 19 MULTIPLE DRYER (Common) VENTING ORIZONTAL ENTING If it is not feasible to provide separate exhaust ducts for each dryer, ducts for individual dryers may be channeled into a common main duct. Each dryer is provided with a back draft damper. The individual ducts should enter the bottom or side of the main duct at an angle not more than 45°...
  • Page 20 Illus. C (refer to the previous page {page 15}) shows the minimum cross-section area for horizontal multiple dryer venting. These figures must be increased in proportion if the main duct run from the last dryer to where it exhausts has numerous elbows or is unusually long. IMPORTANT: For extended duct work runs, the cross-section area of the duct can only be increased to an extent.
  • Page 21 IMPORTANT VENTING REMINDERS 1. Duct work size and installation should be done by a qualified professional. 2. The dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. 3. Duct work should be routed as short as possible to the outdoors with as few elbows as possible. 4.

  • 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 with local and state regulations or codes. In the absence of such codes, ALL electrical connections, material, and workmanship must conform to the applicable requirements of the National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA NO.
  • Page 23 NOTE: On gas and steam dryers, to convert from 208 VAC to 240 VAC (or vice versa), the 24 VAC transformer wiring must be changed. 2) Electric Dryers ONLY ALL electrically heated dryers must be connected to the electric supply service shown on the dryer's data label which is affixed to the back of the control (service) door.
  • Page 24 INGLE HASE Ø 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 25 5. 3-Phase (3 ø) Wiring Connections The only electrical input connections to the dryer are the 3-phase (3ø) power leads (L1, L2, L3, and some times 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.
  • Page 26 CAUTION: The dryer must be grounded. A ground lug has been provided for this purpose. IMPORTANT: A separate circuit serving each dryer must be provided. The only electrical connections to the dryer are the 3-phase (3ø) leads (L1, L2, L3, and sometimes Neutral) and ground.
  • Page 27 SUPER ADG-30DS (Gas) N SUPER ADS-30DS (Steam) N LECTRIC IMPORTANT: 208 VAC and 230/240 VAC ARE NOT THE SAME. When ordering, specify exact voltage. NOTE: A. Fuse ratings are dual-element, time-delay, current limiting, class RK1 or RK5 ONLY. B. Circuit breakers are thermal magnetic (industrial) type ONLY. For others, calculate/verify correct breaker size according to appliance amp draw rating and type of breaker used.

  • 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 with 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(L.P.
  • Page 29 3. Piping/Connections The SUPER AD-30 dryer is provided with a 3/4" N.P.T. inlet pipe connection extending out the rear area of the dryer. For ease of servicing, the gas supply line of each dryer should have its own shut-off valve.
  • Page 31 Consistent gas pressure is essential at ALL gas connections. It is recommended that a 3/4-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.

  • Page 32: Steam Piping Information

    H. STEAM 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. Care must be exercised when leveling steam dryers into final position. After leveling the dryer, check the downward pitch of the heat exchanger from front to rear with a level.
  • Page 33 Install an inverted bucket steam trap and check valve at least 12-inches below the steam coil as near to the coil as possible. A vacuum breaker should be installed in the piping. This will prevent the condensing steam from causing a vacuum inside the coil, and possibly damaging the coil. The supply and return lines should be insulated.
  • Page 34 3. Steam Damper Air System Connections The pneumatic (piston) damper system requires a clean, dry, regulated external supply of compressed air. The air connection is made to the system solenoid valve which is located on the rear electric service box. 1) Air Requirements There is no air requirement for dryers with the electromechanical damper option.
  • Page 35 Diagram 1 shows the damper in the heating (open) mode, allowing heat into the basket (tumbler). Diagram 2 shows the damper in the cool down (closed) mode, pulling ambient air directly into the basket (tumbler) without passing through the coils. NOTE: With the dryer off or with no air supply, the steam damper is in cool down mode as shown in Diagram 2.

  • Page 36: Preparation For Operation

    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 affixed to the back side of the top front control/service door.

  • Page 37: Preoperational Tests

    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.
  • Page 38 IMPORTANT: There is no regulator provided in an L.P. (liquid propane) dryer. The water column pressure must be regulated at the source (L.P. tank), or an external regulator must be added to each dryer. 4. Make a complete operational check of ALL safety related circuits: a.

  • Page 39: Preoperational Instructions

    K. PREOPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS ODELS 1. Automatic Mode (Microprocessor [Computer] Models) a. When turning on power or when no cycle is in progress, the L.E.D. (light emitting diode) display will read "FILL" and/or "Amount to Start." b. Insert coin(s)... Once correct "Amount to Start" has been inserted the L.E.D. (light emitting diode) display will read "PUSH."...
  • Page 40 IMPORTANT: If the door is opened during a cycle, both the heat and motor will stop. However, the microprocessor controller (computer) will continue to count down in time. Continuation of the cycle will resume only after the door has been closed and any other of the three (3) temperature selection buttons is again depressed.
  • Page 41 4. Non-Microprocessor (Computer) Models a. Turn power on to the dryer. b. Insert coin(s) - rotary meter type ONLY. c. Select temperature by using rocker switch and selecting "HI TEMP," "LO TEMP," or "PERM PRESS." d. Press "Push to Start" button to start the cycle. e.

  • Page 42: Shut Down Instructions

    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.

  • Page 43: Service/Parts Information

    SERVICE/PARTS INFORMATION A. SERVICE 1. Only properly licensed or trained technicians should service the dryer. 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 your area. NOTE: When contacting the ADC Service Department, be sure to give them the correct model and serial numbers so that your inquiry is handled in an expeditious manner.

  • Page 44: Warranty Information

    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 serve you should you file a warranty claim.
  • Page 45 2. Each part must be tagged with the following information: a. Model and serial numbers 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 for a credit or a refund, the invoice number covering the purchase of the replacement part must be provided.

  • Page 46: 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 duct work system. The frequency of cleaning can best be determined from experience at each location.

  • Page 47: Adjustments

    90 DAYS Inspect and remove lint accumulation in customer-furnished exhaust duct work system from dryer's internal exhaust ducting. WARNING: THE ACCUMULATION OF LINT IN THE EXHAUST DUCT WORK CAN CREATE A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD. WARNING: DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE FLOW OF COMBUSTION and VENTILATION AIR. WARNING: INSPECT and REMOVE ANY LINT ACCUMULATION WHICH CAN CAUSE THE BACK DRAFT DAMPER TO BIND OR STICK.

  • Page 48: 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.
  • Page 49 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. Drive motor operates okay for a few minutes, and then stops and will not restart... 1.
  • Page 50 3. Failed arc suppressor (A.S.) board (for Reversing Models ONLY). 4. Failed microprocessor controller (computer). 5. Failed 24 VAC transformer. H. Both drive motor and blower motor run a few minutes and then stop...microprocessor controller (computer) display continues to read time or percent of extraction and all indicator dots are off... 1.
  • Page 51 M. Microprocessor controller (computer) locks up and L.E.D. (light emitting diode) display reads erroneous message(s) or only partial segments... 1. Transient power voltage (spikes)...disconnect power to dryer, wait one (1) minute, and reestablish power to dryer. If problem is still evident ... a.
  • Page 52 4. Failed ignitor/flame-probe assembly. 5. Failed Direct Spark Ignition (DSI) module. 6. Failed gas valve. Q. No heat (for STEAM MODELS ONLY)... 1. Fault in lint chamber sensor bracket hi-heat (limit) protector thermostat. 2. Failed microprocessor controller (computer). 3. No (external) compressed air to steam damper (80 psi required). 4.
  • Page 53 a. Damper sticking closed. b. Leak in pneumatic (air) system. 14. Failed electric oven elements (for ELECTRIC MODELS ONLY). S. Condensation on main door glass... 1. Too long, undersized, or improperly installed duct work. 2. Back draft damper is sticking in partially closed position. T.

  • Page 54: Dual Timer Models

    2. Insufficient make-up air. 3. Dust and/or lint in burner. 4. Insufficient gas pressure. A. Dryer will not start..both drive and blower motors not operating (indicator light is off)... 1. Dryer control circuit fuse is blown. 2. Open at location...service main fuse or circuit breaker. 3.

  • Page 55: Gas Models

    F. Heating unit not operating (ALL temperature selections)... GAS MODELS 1. Fault in sail switch circuit ... a. Sail switch out of adjustment and/or failed. b. Sail switch not closing or fluttering ... 1) Check blower (impellor/fan) motor and rotation direction. 2) Restriction in location exhaust system.
  • Page 56 2. Failed heat selector switch H. Dryer operates but is taking too long to dry load... 1. Heating unit cycling on hi-limit thermostat (for GAS and ELECTRIC MODELS ONLY). 2. Steam damper binding in partially open position (for STEAM MODELS ONLY). 3.
  • Page 57 5. Lint screen needs cleaning. 6. Failed hi-limit thermostat. 7. Failed oven contactor (relay) - for ELECTRIC MODELS ONLY .

  • Page 58: Reversing Timer Spin/Dwell Adjustments

    REVERSING TIMER SPIN/DWELL Dual timer models with "reversing option" have an electric reversing timer in the electric service box which is located in the upper 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 below).

  • Page 59: Technical Information

    SECTION IX TECHNICAL INFORMATION A. DATA LABEL Contact American Dryer Corporation When contacting American Dryer Corporation certain information is required to insure proper service / parts information from American Dryer. This information is on the data label located on the inside of the control door. When contacting ADC please have the model number and serial number available.
  • Page 60 1. MODEL DRYER 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 61: Procedure For Functional Check Of

    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. display are on.
  • Page 62 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. (Refer to illustration on previous page [page 57].) f. Try to restart the dryer with the main door open. g.
  • Page 63 ADC 112121 1- 09/23/94-250 2* 01/09/95-250 4* 06/29/95-250 5* 11/14/95-250 7* 10/18/96-250 8- 02/11/97-250 10* 11/06/97-100 11* 12/01/97-200 13* 04/07/99-100 14- 11/18/99-100 3* 02/08/95-100 6- 01/05/96-100 9- 10/10/97-50 12* 08/28/98-200 15* 10/24/00-50...

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