ADC AD-170SE Manuel de l'opérateur

AD-170SEInstallation/Operator’s ManualADC Part No. 112169For replacement parts, contact the distributor from which the dryerwas purchased orAmerican D

6Maximum Capacity (Dry Weight) 170 lbs. 77.1 kgBasket Diameter 51-1/2"130.8 cmBasket Depth 42-1/2"107.9 cmBasket Motor 1 HP.746 kwBlower Mot

7NOTE: ADC RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES IN SPECIFICATIONS ATANY TIME, WITHOUT NOTICE or OBLIGATION.NOTE: OPERATING HEIGHT OF STEAM DRYER IS 101

8B. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION1. DRYER FRONT VIEWIllus. No. Description1 Microprocessor Control / Keyboard Panel Assembly (Controls)2 Control (Top Acc

92. DRYER REAR VIEWIllus. No. Description1 Basket (Drive) Motor Assembly2 Blower Motor Mount Assembly3 Idler Bearing Mount Assembly4 Tumbler Bearing

10SECTION IIIINSTALLATION PROCEDURESInstallation should be performed by competent technicians in accordance with local and state codes. In theabsenc

11B. UNPACKING/SETTING UPRemove protective shipping material (i.e., plastic wrap, and/or optional shipping box) from dryer.IMPORTANT: Dryer must be t

123. If more headroom is needed when moving dryer into position, the top console (module) may beremoved.a.To Remove Top Console (Module)5) Lift the co

13C. DRYER ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTSEven though a 12-inch clearance is acceptable, it is recommended that the rear of the dryer be positionedapproximate

14D. FRESH AIR SUPPLYWhen the dryer is operating, it draws in room air, heats it, passes this air through the basket (tumbler), andexhausts it out of

15E. EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS1. GENERAL EXHAUST DUCT WORK INFORMATIONExhaust duct work should be designed and installed by a qualified professional. Im

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16a.Outside Duct Work Protection1) To protect the outside end of horizontal duck work from the weather, a 90° elbow bent downwardshould be installed w

172.SINGLE DRYER VENTINGWhere possible, it is suggested to provide a separate exhaust duct for each dryer. The exhaust ductshould be laid out in such

18IMPORTANT: For extended duct work runs, the cross section area of the duct can only beincreased to an extent. Maximum proportional duct work runs c

19The main duct may be any shape or cross sectional area, so long as the minimum cross section area is provided.The illustrations on page 19 and page

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21F. ELECTRICAL INFORMATION1. Electrical RequirementsIt is your responsibility to have ALL electrical connections made by a properly licensed and com

222.Electrical Service Specifications* AWG Stranded Type Wire ... for individual lengths less than 100 feet.IMPORTANT: The dryer must be connected to

233.Electrical ConnectionsNOTE: A wiring diagram is included with each dryer and is affixed to the rear upper right guard/panel of the dryer.The only

244.GroundingGrounding (earth) connections must be provided and installed in accordance with state and local codes. Inthe absence of the codes, groun

25G. GAS INFORMATIONIt is your responsibility to have ALL plumbing connections made by a qualified professional to assure that the gasplumbing instal

IMPORTANTYOU MUST DISCONNECT and LOCKOUT THE ELECTRICSUPPLY and THE GAS SUPPLY or THE STEAM SUPPLY BEFORE ANYCOVERS or GUARDS ARE REMOVED FROM THE MAC

262.Technical Gas Dataa.Gas Specifications * Measured at gas valve pressure tap when the gas valve is on.b.Gas Connections:Inlet connection -----

273.Piping/ConnectionsALL components/materials must conform to National Fuel Gas Code Specifications. It is important that gaspressure regulators mee

28IMPORTANT: The dryer and its individual shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gassupply piping system during any pressure testing of that sys

29H. STEAM INFORMATIONIt is your responsibility to have ALL steam plumbing connections made by a qualified professional to assure thatthe installatio

30a. The pressure of the condensate in the steam supply will cause water hammer and subsequent heatexchanger (steam coil) failure. The steam supply c

313.STEAM DAMPER AIR SYSTEM CONNECTIONSThe ADS-170SE is manufactured with a pneumatic (piston) damper system which requires an externalsupply of compr

325. STEAM DAMPER AIR PISTON (Flow Control) OPERATION ADJUSTMENTAlthough the damper operation was tested and adjusted prior to shipping at 80 psi, ste

33I. PREPARATION FOR OPERATION / START-UPThe following items should be checked before attempting to operate the dryer:1. Read ALL "CAUTION,"

34J. PREOPERATIONAL TESTSALL dryers are thoroughly tested and inspected before leaving the factory. However, a preoperational testshould be performed

354. Check to insure that the basket (tumbler) starts in the clockwise (CW) direction. Additionally, check thedirection of the blower motor impellor/

DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLEVAPOR AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHERAPPLIANCE.FOR YOUR SAFETYDO NOT DRY MOP HEADS IN

366. Make a complete operational check of ALL safety-related circuits (i.e., lint drawer switch, and sail switchon gas models).NOTE: To check for prop

37L. COMPRESSED AIR REQUIREMENTSThe model AD-170 dryer requires an external supply of compressed air of 2.5 cfm @ 80PSI. For Steam Models,compressed

38SECTION IVSERVICE/PARTS INFORMATIONA. SERVICE1. Service must be performed by a qualified trained technician, service agency, or gas supplier. If

39SECTION VWARRANTY INFORMATIONA. RETURNING WARRANTY CARD(S)1. Before any dryer leaves the ADC factory test area, a warranty card (ADC Part No. 1122

402. 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 f

41SECTION VIROUTINE MAINTENANCEA. CLEANINGA program and/or schedule should be established for periodic inspection, cleaning, and removal of lint fro

42STEAM DRYERSClean the steam coil fins. We suggest using compressed air and a vacuum cleaner with brush attachment.WARNING: When cleaning steam coil

43B. ADJUSTMENTS7 Days After Installation and Every 6 Months ThereafterInspect bolts, nuts, screws (bearing set screws), non-permanent gas connection

44SECTION VIITROUBLESHOOTINGIMPORTANT: YOU MUST DISCONNECT and LOCKOUT THE ELECTRIC SUPPLYand THE GAS SUPPLY or THE STEAM SUPPLY BEFORE ANYCOVERS or G

45B. Drive motor not operating (does not start) ...1. Failed drive motor contactor (relay).2. Failed arc suppressor (A.S.) board.3. Failed drive mot

SECTION IIMPORTANT INFORMATIONA. RECEIVING and HANDLING ...

46NOTE: V-Belts to tight or bearings not lubricated often enough.G. Both drive motor and blower (impellor/fan) motor not operating (do not start) ...

47b. Lint drawer switch out of proper adjustment.c. Failed lint drawer switch.d. Failed main door switch.e. Broken connection / wire in main door or l

48R. Microprocessor controller (computer) L.E.D. display reads "SEFL"...1. Rotational sensor circuit (option) failure...fault somewhere in b

49STEAM MODELS1. Fault in lint chamber sensor bracket basket (tumbler) hi-limit switch.U. Heat unit not operating (no heat)...no voltage at heating un

50STEAM MODELS1. No (external) compressed air (80 PSI required) to steam damper solenoid.2. Flow control valve is not adjusted correctly...a. Too much

517. Gas Modelsa. Low and/or inconsistent gas pressure...Natural Gas pressure must be between 3.5 inches and 4.0 inches of water column.Liquid Propane

522) Leak in pneumatic (air) system.9. Extractors (washers) not performing properly10. Failed lint chamber hi-heat switch (thermostat)...opens at inc

533. Loose basket (tumbler) tie rod.4. Failed basket (tumbler) support.AA. Excessive noise and/or vibration...1. Dryer is not leveled properly.2. Impe

54B. Drive motor not operating (does not start)...1. Failed drive motor contactor (relay).2. Failed drive motor.C. Drive motor (reversing) operates in

55G. Both drive motor and blower (impellor /fan) motor not operating (do not start) and indicatorlightis on...1. Fault in L1 or L2 termination(s) betw

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56STEAM MODELS1. Failed lint chamber sensor bracket basket (tumbler) hi-limit switch circuit.2. Failed temperature selection switch or circuit.3. Fail

57STEAM MODELS1. No (external) compressed air (80 PSI required) to steam damper solenoid.2. Flow control valve is not adjusted correctly...a. Too much

58b. Poor air/gas mixture (too much gas or not enough air) at burner...yellow or poor flame pattern...1) Not enough make-up air.2) Restriction in exha

5911. Failed microprocessor controller (computer controlled models ONLY)...temperature calibration isinaccurate.12. Failed microprocessor temperature

60N. Excessive noise and/or vibration...1. Dryer is not leveled properly.2. Impellor (fan/blower) "squirrel cage" out of balance.a. Excessiv

61SECTION VIIIREVERSING TIMER SPIN/DWELL ADJUSTMENTSTimer models have an electric reversing timer in the electric service box which is located in the

62SECTION IXDATA LABEL LOCATION / INFORMATIONData LabelWhen contacting American Dryer Corporation, certain information is required to insure proper s

63THE DATA LABEL1. MODEL DRYERThe model number is an ADC number which describes the size of the dryer and the type of heat(gas, electric, or steam).2.

64SECTION XPROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OFREPLACEMENT COMPONENTS1. Microprocessor (computer) Boarda. Upon completing installation of the replacemen

65e. Open main door. The dryer must stop and ALL output indicator lights on the back side of the micro-processor (computer) board must go out.f. Try

3SECTION IIMPORTANT INFORMATIONA. RECEIVING and HANDLINGThe dryer is shipped in a protective stretch wrap cover with protective cardboard corners an

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4B. SAFETY PRECAUTIONSWARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimizethe risk of fire or explosion or to preven

5WARNING: DO NOT dry mop heads. Contamination by wax or flammable solventswill create a fire hazard.WARNING: DO NOT use heat for drying articles that