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ML-310 Phase 7
Service Manual
with Tilt Options
American Dryer Corporation
88 Currant Road
Fall River, MA 02720-4781
Telephone: (508) 678-9000 / Fax: (508) 678-9447
E-mail: techsupport@amdry.com
0906000DMG/tcosta ADC Part No. 450421
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Retain This Manual In A Safe Place For Future Reference American Dryer Corporation products embody advanced concepts in engineering, design, and safety. If this product is properly maintained, it will provide many years of safe, efficient, and trouble-free operation. ONLY qualified technicians should service this equipment. OBSERVE ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS displayed on the equipment or specified in the installation manual included with the dryer. The following “FOR YOUR SAFETY” caution must be po
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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. FOR YOUR SAFETY DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPOR AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE. DO NOT DRY MOP HEADS IN THE DRYER. DO NOT USE DRYER IN THE P
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WARNING DRYER MUST NEVER BE OPERATED WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER OR SCREEN IN PLACE, EVEN IF AN EXTERNAL LINT COLLECTION SYSTEM IS USED. IMPORTANT PLEASE OBSERVE ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS displayed on the equipment and specified in the installation and operator's manual included with the dryer. Dryers must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water or weather. The wiring diagram for the dryer is located in the front electrical control box area.
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Table of Contents ML-310 REFERENCE GUIDE (Basket [Tumbler] Section)................................3 ML-310 REFERENCE GUIDE (Base Section)......................................................4 SECTION I SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................................5 SECTION II ROUTINE MAINTENANCE....................................................................................7 A. Cleaning ...........................................................
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SECTION VI PHASE 7 OPL SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS ...........................................................96 A. Diagnostic (L.E.D. Display) Fault Messages .............................................................................. 96 B. Input/Output (I/O) Board Input and Output Light Emitting Diode (L.E.D.) Indicators ................. 97 SECTION VII TROUBLESHOOTING .........................................................................................102 SECTION VIII PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CH
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3 ML-310 Reference Guide (Basket [Tumbler] Section)
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4 ML-310 Reference Guide (Base Section)
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SECTION I SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION: The dryer should never be left unattended while in operation. 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. PERSONAL INJURY or FIRE COULD RESULT. 1. DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids
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WARNING: DO NOT dry mop heads. Contamination by wax or flammable solvents will create a fire hazard. WARNING: DO NOT use heat for drying articles that contain plastic, foam, sponge rubber, or similarly textured rubberlike 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 burner area, exhaust duct work, and area around the back of the dryer. The frequency
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SECTION II ROUTINE MAINTENANCE A. CLEANING A 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. Maximum operating efficiency is dependent upon proper air circulation. The accumulation of lint can restrict this airflow. If the guidelines in this section are met, an ADC dryer will provide many years o
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WARNING: TO AVOID THE HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DISCONTINUE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY TO THE DRYER. MONTHLY Empty the compressed air filter bowl. NOTE: REGULATOR PRESSURE IS TO BE SET AT 80 PSI (5.51 BARS). Clean any lint accumulation from the gas valve and burner area at the top of the dryer, the fan (impellor) motor, and the fan (impellor) bearings located in the dryer base. EVERY 6 MONTHS STEAM MODELS -Clean the steam coil fins. We suggest using compressed air and a vacuum cleaner with brush attac
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B. LUBRICATION MONTHLY The two (2) bearings that support the impellor/fan shaft must be lubricated. Use Shell Alvania #2 grease or its equivalent. Generically, this grease would be described as a NLGI Grade 2 multipurpose industrial grease with a lithium thickener and mineral base oil. EVERY 3 MONTHS The four (4) bearings that support the drive and idler shafts must be lubricated. Use Shell Alvania #2 grease or its equivalent. Generically, this grease would be described as a NLGI Grade 2 mu
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EVERY 6 MONTHS Change gear oil in tumbler shaft gear reducer. 1. Remove the drain plug (located at the bottom rear of the reducer). 2. After oil is completely drained, replace the drain plug. 3. Remove the vent plug and pour in 1.48 quarts (1.4 liters) of Mobil Oil DTE HH5G (I.S.O. viscosity grade 460), SAE 90, or its equivalent. C. ADJUSTMENTS 7 DAYS AFTER INSTALLATION and EVERY 6 MONTHS THEREAFTER Inspect bolts, nuts, screws, (bearing setscrews), nonpermanent gas connections (i.e., unions, sh
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SECTION III SPECIFICATIONS and DIMENSIONS A. SPECIFICATIONS (Gas and Steam Models) MAXIMUM CAPACITY (Dry Weight) 310 lbs. 141 kg BASKET (Tumbler) DIAMETER 62-1/2” 158.75 cm BASKET (Tumbler) DEPTH 60” 152.4 cm BASKET (Tumbler) VOLUME 106.5 cu. ft. 3.02 cu. m. DRIVE MOTOR 5 HP 3.73 kw DOOR OPENING (Diameter) 36-3/4” w x 43” h 93.3 cm x 109.2 cm DOOR SILL HEIGHT - LEVEL 36-1/2” 92.71 cm COMPRESSED AIR VOLUME 11 cfh 0.3 cmh COMPRESSED AIR CONNECTION 3/8” F.P.T. VOLTAGE AVAILABLE
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B. DIMENSIONS NOTE: ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice or obligation. 12
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NOTE: ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice or obligation. 13
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SECTION IV INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Installation should be performed by competent technicians in accordance with local and state codes. In the absence of these codes, installation must conform to applicable American National Standards: National Fuel Gas Code ANSI.Z223.1-LATEST EDITION and/or National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA NO. 70-LATEST EDITION, or in Canada, the Canadian Electrical Codes Parts 1 & 2 CSA C22.1-1990 or LATEST EDITION. A. ENCLOSURE/AIR SUPPLY/EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS NOTE: The f
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B. ELECTRICAL and GAS 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, materials, and workmanship must conform to the applicable requirements of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA NO. 70-LATEST EDITION, or in Canada, the Canadian Electrical Codes
