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Unpacking / Setting Up _______________
Remove protective shipping material (i.e., plastic wrap, and/
or optional shipping box) from dryer.
IMPORTANT: The dryer must be transported and handled in
an upright position at all times.
The dryer can be moved to its final location while still attached
to the skid or with the skid removed. To unskid the dryer,
locate and remove the four lag bolts securing the base of the
dryer to the wooden skid. Two are located at the rear base
(remove the back panel for access) and two are located in
the bottom of the lint chamber. To remove the two lag bolts
located in the lint chamber area, remove the lint drawer and
the three Phillips head screws securing lint door in place.
Leveling Dryer
To level dryer, place 4-inch
(10.16 cm) square metal
shims (refer to the
illustration on the right) or
other suitable material under
the base pads. It is
suggested that the dryer be
tilted slightly to the rear.
If more headroom is needed
when moving dryer into
position, the top console
(module) may be removed.
Use the following
instructions to remove the
top console (module).
Disconnect the ground wire (A) at the rear upper left hand
corner of dryer.
Remove the eight sets of nuts and washers (B) holding the
console (module) to base.
Open the control door/control panel and disconnect the white
15-pin plug connector (C) (refer to the illustration below)
located in the base of the control box.
Disconnect white plug connector located outside back side
of the control box (provides power to heat circuit).
Lift the console (module) off the dryer base.
Inside the tumbler of this dryer
is an exhaust transition piece
that must be installed on the
outlet of the exhaust before any
further venting is connected:
Remove the exhaust transition
piece from the tumbler and
place it on the exhaust outlet.
Using the screws provided,
secure the exhaust transition
piece to the dryer.
NOTE: It is recommended that
this joint be taped as well as all
other duct joints to prevent
moisture and lint from escaping
into the building.
Dryer Enclosure Requirements ______
Even though a 12-inch (30.48 cm) clearance is acceptable,
it is recommended that the rear of the dryer be positioned
approximately 2 feet (0.60 meters) from the nearest
obstruction (i.e., wall) for ease of installation, maintenance,
and service. Bulkheads and partitions should be made from
noncombustible materials. 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 dryer front. The
bulkhead facing must not be closed in all the way to the top
of the dryer. A 2-inch (5.08 cm) clearance is required.
NOTE: Bulkhead facing should not be installed until after
dryer is in place. Ceiling area must be located a minimum of
12-inches (30.48 cm) above the top of the dryer. Even though
a minimum of only 12-inches (30.48 cm) is required, 18-inches
(45.72 cm) or more is suggested, for steam dryers and
especially in cases where sprinkler heads are over the dryers.
When fire sprinkler systems are located above the dryers, a
minimum of 18-inches (45.72 cm) above the dryer console
(module) is suggested. Dryers may be positioned sidewall
to sidewall however, 1- or 2-inches (2.54 cm or 5.08 cm) is
suggested between dryers (or wall) for ease of installation
and maintenance. Allowances must be made for the opening
and closing of the control and lint doors.
Exhaust Transition Piece
(For Models Other Than ADG-120DR)
WARNING
An exhaust duct transition piece is shipped inside of
the dryer’s tumbler and
must be installed on the dryer’s
exhaust duct, with the hardware provided, BEFORE
location venting is connected to the dryer.
THIS EXHAUST DUCT TRANSITION PIECE
MUST BE INSTALLED FIRST!
Failure to observe this installation requirement may
result in damage to the dryer, create a
FIRE HAZARD
and will VOID the manufacturer’s warranty.
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