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3. Improper grounding of the dryer or the microprocessor controller (computer) ground connection to the

panel or the dryer are not proper.

4. Failed microprocessor controller (computer).

N. Dryer stops during a cycle and the Microprocessor Controller (computer) LED display returns to

“FILL”...

If dryer is equipped with optional battery back up ...

1. Refer to

Item M1, Item M3

Item M4

, above.

If the dryer does not have battery back up ...

1. Loose connection somewhere in the power source to the dryer.

2. Loose connection in main power circuit to the microprocessor controller (computer).

3. Improper grounding of the dryer or the microprocessor controller (computer) ground connections to the panel

or the dryer are not proper.

4. Failed microprocessor controller (computer).

O. Heating unit is not operating (no heat)...basket (tumbler) is turning, microprocessor controller

(computer) heat indicator dot is not on but “HEAT” output LED is not...

1. Failed microprocessor controller (computer).

P. Gas heating unit is not operating (no heat)...both microprocessor controller (computer) heat

indicator dot and “HEAT” indicator are on...but Hot Surface Ignitor does not light when the dryer
is first started...

1. Check motor/impellor (fan) drive belt.

2. Fault in sail switch circuit ...

a. Sail switch is out of adjustment or has failed.

b. Sail switch damper is not closing or is fluttering ...

1) Lint drawer/screen is dirty or clogged.

2) Restriction in exhaust duct work.

3. Fault in burner hi-limit circuit or thermostat.

4. Fault in basket (tumbler) hi-limit circuit or thermostat.

5. Failed Hot Surface Ignitor and/or flame-probe assembly.

6. Failed Hot Surface Ignition (HSI) module (burner control)

Summary of Contents for AD-530HS

Page 1: ...e gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the firedepartment Installation and service must be performed by a qualifiedinstaller serviceagencyorthegas supplier AVERTISSEMENT Assurez vousdebien suivre les instructions données dans cette noticepourréduireauminimum lerisque d incendieoud explosionoupourévitertout dommagematériel touteblessureoulamort Ne pas entreposer ni...

Page 2: ... posted in a prominentlocationnearthedryer 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 oper...

Page 3: ... BESUPERVISEDIFNEARDRYERSINOPERATION DRYERSSHOULDNEVERBELEFTUNATTENDEDWHILEINOPERATION CAUTION FORYOUR SAFETY DONOTDRYMOPHEADSINTHEDRYER DONOTUSEDRYERINTHEPRESENCEOFDRYCLEANINGFUMES WARNING UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should the door switch or the heat circuit devices ever be disabled Caution Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper operation Atten...

Page 4: ...layed on the equipment or specified in the installation 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 DRYER MUST NEVER BE OPERATEDWITHOUTTHE LINTFILTER SCREEN IN PLACE EVENIFANEXTERNALLINTCOLLECTIONSYSTEMISUSED WARNING ...

Page 5: ...sure Requirements 9 D Fresh Air Supply 10 E Exhaust Requirements 11 F Electrical Information 23 G Gas Information 25 H Preparation For Operation 29 I Preoperational Tests 29 SECTION IV OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 32 A Starting the Dryer 32 B Shut Down Instructions 34 SECTION V SERVICE PARTS INFORMATION 35 A Service 35 B Parts 35 SECTION VI WARRANTY INFORMATION 36 A Returning Warranty Card s 36 B Warran...

Page 6: ...UTINE MAINTENANCE 38 A Cleaning 38 B Adjustments 39 C Lubrication 40 SECTION VIII TROUBLESHOOTING 41 SECTION IX DATA LABEL LOCATION INFORMATION 48 SECTION X PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 50 ...

Page 7: ...tion you should call the delivering carrier s freight terminal immediately and file a claim The freight company considers this concealed damage This type of freight claim is very difficult to get paid and becomes extremely difficult when more than a day or two passes after the freight was delivered It is your responsibility to file freight claims Dryer or parts damaged in transit cannot be claimed...

Page 8: ...ors 6 Although ADC produces a very versatile machine there are some articles that due to fabric composition or cleaning method should not be dried in it WARNING Dry only water washed fabrics DO NOT dry articles spotted or washed in dry cleaning solvents a combustible detergent or all purpose cleaner EXPLOSION COULD RESULT WARNING DO NOT dry rags or articles of coated or contaminated with gasoline ...

Page 9: ... switches ever be disabled WARNING PERSONALINJURYor FIRE COULD RESULT 10 This dryer is not to be used in the presence of dry cleaning solvents or fumes 11 Remove articles from the dryer as soon as the drying cycle has been completed WARNING Articles left in dryer after the drying and cooling cycles have been complete can create a firehazard 12 READ and FOLLOW ALL CAUTION AND DIRECTION LABELS ATTAC...

Page 10: ...6 SECTION II AD 530 SPECIFICATIONS NOTE ADC reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice or obligation ...

Page 11: ...3 4 HP DOOR OPENING DIAMETER 2 PLACES 21 1 2 EXHAUST DUCT OUTLET 2 PLACES 6 dia VOLTAGE AVAILIABLE 120 230v 1 phase 60 Hz APPROX WEIGHT UNCRATED 850 lbs APPROX WEIGHT CRATED 900 lbs HEAT INPUT TOTAL FOR BOTH BASKETS 204 000 AIRFLOW PER BASKET TUMBLER 550 cfm GAS INLET SIZE 2 PLACES 3 4 N P T DRYERS PER 45 48 TRUCK 24 26 Total capacity for both baskets tumblers EXHAUST MUST BE INCREASED TO A MINIMU...

Page 12: ... box faceplate only The coin box lock is not included and must be purchased elsewhere or the lock can be ordered as a parts order from ADC factory The dryer can be moved to it s final location while still attached to the skid or with the skid removed To unskid the dryer locate and remove the four 4 bolts securing the base of the dryer to the wooden skid Two 2 are located at the rear of the base an...

Page 13: ...ime of installation A leveling leg must be screwed into the bottom of the dryer base at each corner area where the bolts used to secure the dryer to the wooden skid were removed C Dryer Enclosure Requirements Bulkheads and partitions should be made of noncombustible materials and must be located a minimum of 6 inches above the dryer outer top except along the front of the dryer which may be closed...

Page 14: ...qually to the dryers For example for a bank of eight 8 dryers a total make up air opening of 16 square feet is required Two 2 openings 2 by 4 16 square feet are acceptable Allowances must be made for remote or constricting passageways or where dryers are located at excessive altitudes or predominantly low pressure areas IMPORTANT Make up air must be provided from a source free of dry cleaning solv...

Page 15: ...o which it is connected ALL duct work joints must be taped to prevent moisture and lint from escaping into the building Additionally inspection doors should be installed at strategic points in the exhaust duct work for periodic inspection and cleaning The duct work material must meet applicable National State and Local codes or in Canada the duct work material must meet applicable Canadian Nationa...

Page 16: ... in such a manner where allowances are made at the rear of the dryer for removal of rear service panels guards IMPORTANT Even though the dryer s exhaust outlet size is six 6 inches in diameter at both the top basket tumbler damper duct and the bottom basket tumbler elbow where it leaves the dryer the minimum connection at the point of exit from the dryer in ALL cases MUST BE increased The amount o...

Page 17: ...he dryer must be a minimum of 6 inches in diameter 30 square inches cross sectional area At this point where the internal ducting ends the diameter must be increased to meet the application as described further in this manual IMPORTANT When connecting duct work to the top basket tumbler exhaust duct be sure that when screws are used they do not restrict the operation both opening and closing of th...

Page 18: ...he dryer the diameter must be increased to meet the application as described further in this manual IMPORTANT When connecting duct work to the top basket tumbler exhaust duct be sure that when screws are used they do not restrict the operation both opening and closing of the damper IMPORTANT ALL duct work joints must be taped to prevent moisture and lint from escaping intothedryerand orbuilding NO...

Page 19: ...tdoors IMPORTANT For extended duct work runs or where numerous elbows are used the cross sectional area can only be increased to an extent and a professional HVAC firm shouldbeconsulted for proper venting information IMPORTANT UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES CAN THE DRYER BE VENTED TO THE OUTDOORS USING A 6 INCH DIAMETER EXHAUST DUCT Where independent exhaust ducting is used for each basket tumbler the con...

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Page 21: ...nections inside the dryer can be 6 inches in diameter for the top basket tumbler and for the bottom basket tumbler increased to 8 inches up to the top area of the dryer and then at that point must be a minimum of 10 inches in diameter 80 square inches cross sectional area Additionally the length of the exhaust run cannot exceed fifteen 15 feet from the top of the dryer to the point where the exhau...

Page 22: ...n such a manner where allowances are made at the rear area of the dryer for removal of rear service panels guards The illustration MAN2172 on page 19 and the illustration MAN2171 on page 20 show the minimum cross sectional are for 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 lo...

Page 23: ...r service panels guards IMPORTANT Individualductsbeingaddedtothemaincommonventmustenterthemaincommon vent duct work at an angle not more than 45º in the direction of the airflow The above illustration MAN2172 shows the minimum cross section area for multiple common dryer venting The maximum length of venting from the last dryer to where it exhausts is the following VERTICAL venting run must not ex...

Page 24: ...st duct must not exceed 0 3 inches of water column when both baskets tumblers are operating NOTE Inspectiondoorsshouldbe installedatstrategicpointsintheexhaustductworkforperiodic inspectionandcleaning b Multiple Dryer Venting where tumblers of each dryer Y together With multiple venting where the top basket tumbler and bottom basket tumbler are connected or Y together as described in Section E1 pa...

Page 25: ...ws the minimum cross section area for multiple common dryer venting The maximum length of venting from the last dryer to where it exhausts is the following VERTICAL venting run must not exceed eight 8 feet HORIZONTAL venting run must not exceed fifteen 15 feet These figures must be increased in proportion if the main duct run from the last dryer has numerous elbows or is unusually long For extende...

Page 26: ...uilding 8 Inspection clean out doors should be installed throughout strategic points in the duct work for periodic inspection and cleaning 9 Wherever the duct passes through combustible materials the opening must be 2 inches larger all the way around than the duct The duct must be centered within this opening 10 The outside of the duct work must be protected from the weather A 90º elbow must be us...

Page 27: ...RANTY It is required that a sperate circuit serving each basket tumbler be provided The dryer must be connected with copper wire only DO NOT USE ALUMINUM WIRE WHICH COULD CAUSE A FIRE HAZARD NOTE TheuseofaluminumwirewillVOIDTHEWARRANTY 2 Electrical Connections A wiring diagram is included with each dryer showing the wiring connection sequence The electrical connections are made at the terminal blo...

Page 28: ...dryer to a cold water pipe DO NOT ground to a gas pipe or hot water pipe The grounded cold water pipe must have metal to metal connections all the way to the electrical ground If there are any nonmetallic interruptions such as a meter pump plastic or other insulating connectors they must be jumped out with 4 wire and securely clamped to bare metal at both ends IMPORTANT For personal safety and pro...

Page 29: ... 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 codes all plumbing connections material and workmanship must conform to the applicable requirements of the NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ANSI Z223 1 LATEST EDITION or in Canada the CANADIAN INSTAL LATION CODES CAN CGA B149 1 M91 Natural Gas or...

Page 30: ...all adjacent to the gas valve train refer to SECTION IX pages 48 and 49 of this manual If this information does not agree with the type of gas available contact the distributer who sold you the dryer or the ADC factory IMPORTANT Any burner changes or conversions must be made by a qualified professional The input ratings shown on the dryer data label are for elevations of up to 2 000 feet unless el...

Page 31: ...pipe connections one for each basket tumbler at the rear of the dryer If a separate feed is provided for each basket tumbler from the main supply line header then a 3 4 line connection is sufficient However if the top basket tumbler and the bottom basket tumbler connec tions are connected together the supply from the header must be increased to 1 inch maximum fifty 50 feet to the header For typica...

Page 32: ... 1 8 N P T plugged tap accessible for a test gauge connection must be installed in the main gas supply line immediately upstream of each dryer IMPORTANT Pipe joint compounds that resist the action of natural and L P gases must be used WARNING Test ALL connections for leaks by brushing on a soapy water solution liquid detergent also works well NEVER TEST FOR A GAS LEAK WITH AN OPEN FLAME ...

Page 33: ...ck panels guards and electric box covers have been replaced 8 Check ALL service doors to assure that they are closed and secured in place 9 Rotate the baskets tumblers by hand to be sure they move freely 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 ...

Page 34: ...e and the drying time portion of the LED display will read 00 and count upwards in time NOTE The dryer can be stopped at any time opening the main door To restart the dryer shut the main door and press the desired setting 3 Open main door to stop the dryer and change selection to PERM PRESS medium setting Repeat this procedure but change the selection setting to HIGH TEMP This will confirm that th...

Page 35: ...e source L P tank or an external regular must be added to each dryer 4 Make a complete operational check of ALL safety related circuits i e lint basket switches and sailswitches NOTE The sail switch can be checked for proper operation by opening the main door and while holding the main door switch in start the dryer The heating units should not come on If it does make the necessary adjustments 5 E...

Page 36: ...ad the setting and the time vended i e LO 10 d The cycle time will count down until the drying and cooling cycles are completed e Upon completion of the drying cycle and cooling cycle the dryer will shut off the tone buzzer will sound for five 5 seconds and the LED display will read donE NOTE IftheAnti Wrinkleprogramisactive theLEDdisplaywillremainreading donE andthe MicroprocessorController compu...

Page 37: ...ill read the setting selection and the drying portion of the LED display will read 00 and count upwards in time d Upon completion of the drying cycle and cooling cycle the dryer will shut off the tone buzzer will sound for five 5 seconds and the LED display will read donE NOTE IftheAnti Wrinkleprogramisactive theLEDdisplaywillremainreading donE andthe MicroprocessorController computer willproceedt...

Page 38: ...ts tumblers either at the external disconnect switch or the circuit breaker 2 Discontinue the gas supply a Shut off external shut off valve for both the top basket tumbler and the bottom basket tumbler where the independent supply line to each basket tumbler is used b Shut off internal gas supply shut off valve located at the gas valve train area for both the top and bottom baskets tumblers ...

Page 39: ...ial number so that your inquiry is handled in an expeditious manner B Parts Replacement parts should be purchased from the distributer from whom the ADC equipment was purchased If the distributer cannot be contacted or is unknown contact the ADC Parts Department for a distributer in your area Parts may also be purchased directly from the factory by calling the ADC Parts Department at 508 678 9000 ...

Page 40: ...ercial warranty converting your particular dryer s contact the ADC distributer from whom you purchased the equipment and request dryer warranty form ADC Pant no 450199 If the distributer cannot be contacted or is unknown warranty information can be obtained from the factory by contacting the ADC Warranty Department at 508 678 9000 NOTE Whenever contacting theADC factory for warranty information be...

Page 41: ...not damaged in transit Damage claims are the responsibility of the shipper IMPORTANT No replacements credits or refunds will be issued for merchandise damaged in transit 5 ALL returns should be shipped to the ADC factory in such a manner that they are insured and a proof of delivery can be obtained by the sender 6 Shipping charges are not the responsibility of ADC ALL returns should be prepaid to ...

Page 42: ...HE ACCUMULATION OFLINT CAN CREATEAPOTENTIALFIRE HAZARD WARNING KEEPDRYERAREACLEARAND FREE FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS GASOLINE andOTHERFLAMMABLEVAPORSandLIQUIDS WARNING TOAVOID THE HAZARD OFELECTRICALSHOCK DISCONTINUE ELECTRICALSUPPLYTOTHE DRYER NOTE Suggestedtimeintervalsshownareforaverageusagewhichisconsideredsix 6 toeight 8 operational running hoursperday DAILY beginning of every work shift Clea...

Page 43: ...owdryingandshutdownofthe heat circuit safety switches and or thermostats 6 MONTHS In the cleaning of the dryer cabinet avoid using harsh abrasives A product for the cleaning of appliances is recommended ALL bearings and set screws should be checked to insure they are tight B Adjustments 7 Days After Installation and Every 6 Months Thereafter Inspect bolts nuts screws bearing set screws non permane...

Page 44: ...40 C Lubrication The motor bearings idler bearings and tumbler bearings are permanently lubricated NO LUBRICATION IS NECESSARY ...

Page 45: ...to the factory The information provided should not be misconstrued as a handbook for use by an untrained person in making repairs IMPORTANT When replacing blown fuses the replacement must beof the exact rating as the fusebeingreplaced WARNING ALL SERVICE and TROUBLESHOOTINGSHOULD BE PERFORMED BYA QUALIFIED PROFESSIONAL WARNING WHILE MAKINGREPAIRS OBSERVEALLSAFETYPRECAUTIONS DISPLAYED ONTHE DRYER a...

Page 46: ...eating and tripping out its internal overload a Motor air vents clogged with lint b Low voltage to the motor F The dryer operates for a few minutes and then stops microprocessor controller computer LED displays continues to read cycle in progress indicator dots are off and dryer can be restarted by pressing selection key 1 Intermittent connection in the main door lint drawer circuit a Main door sw...

Page 47: ... 30 seconds or less and then returns to the normal stop FILL mode NOTE Once the microprocessor controller computer detects a problem it updates every thirty 30 seconds so that if a problem was a loose connection in this circuit which corrected itself the dSFL displayconditionwouldautomaticallybecanceled a Loose wire and or termination in sensor harness somewhere between the sensor bracket and the ...

Page 48: ...own and the LED display will read SEFL The LED display will continue to read SEFL until the microprocessor controller computer is manually reset by closing and opening the program switch PS Possible Causes 1 Loose slipping out of proper adjustment basket tumbler belt 2 Broken basket tumbler V belt 3 Failed motor refer to Item B and Item E on page 42 4 Failure in the rotational sensor circuit a Fai...

Page 49: ...iled microprocessor controller computer O Heating unit is not operating no heat basket tumbler is turning microprocessor controller computer heat indicator dot is not on but HEAT output LED is not 1 Failed microprocessor controller computer P Gas heating unit is not operating no heat both microprocessor controller computer heat indicator dot and HEAT indicator are on but Hot Surface Ignitor does n...

Page 50: ...ustment reposition closer to the flame area 2 Failed flame sensor probe 3 Sail switch is fluttering a Lint drawer screen is dirty or clogged b Restriction in exhaust duct work 4 Insufficient make up air 5 Failed Hot Surface Ignition HSI module S Dryer operates but is taking too long to dry 1 Exhaust duct work run is too long or is undersized back pressure cannot exceed 0 3 inches Water Column W C ...

Page 51: ...pper area 2 Basket tumbler is out of alignment a Check both the vertical alignment and lateral alignment b Check gap between the front panel and the basket tumbler front set screws may have come loose and basket tumbler walked forwards or backwards 3 Loose or broken basket tumbler tie rod 4 Broken basket tumbler support V Excessive noise and or vibration 1 Dryer is not level 2 Impellor fan is out ...

Page 52: ... right wall as shown in the illustration above When contacting ADC please have the model number and serial number readily available 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 Manufacturing Code Number The...

Page 53: ... P electric or steam 5 Heat Input for GAS DRYERS This describes the heat input in British Thermal Units per Hour BTUH 6 Electric Service This describes the electric service for your particular model 7 Gas Manifold Pressure for GAS DRYERS This describes the manifold pressure taken at the gas valve tap ...

Page 54: ...essor 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 LED display are on Refer to the illustration below d Verify that the motor s heat and door indicator lights on the back side of the microprocessor computer board are lit Refer to the illustration below ...

Page 55: ...Start the drying cycle d The hot surface ignitor will turn on After approximately 4 seconds the glo bar will shut off and the gas valve will be energized The flame should now be established e With the burner flame on remove the flame sensor wire from the S2 terminal of the module The burner flame must shut off immediately f Stop the drying cycle with the flame sensor wire still removed restart the...

Page 56: ...ADC112179 1 10 22 97 1 000 2 03 03 97 1 000 3 02 12 98 500 4 05 19 98 500 5 09 18 98 500 6 01 12 99 500 7 05 25 99 750 ...

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