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IMPORTANT:

The dryer

must be

connected to the electric supply shown on the data label that is

affixed to the left side panel/wall area behind the control door. In the case of 208
VAC or 230/240 VAC, the supply voltage must match the electric service
specifications of the data label

exactly

WARNING: 208 VAC AND 230/240 VAC ARE NOT THE SAME.

Any damage done to dryer

components due to improper voltage connections will automatically VOID THE
WARRANTY.

NOTE: ADC

reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice or

obligation.

MLE-130 II (72 Kw Electric)

Reversing, 3ø

ELECTRICAL SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS (PER DRYER)

IMPORTANT

: 208 VAC AND 230/240 VAC

ARE NOT THE SAME

When ordering,

specify

exact voltage

NOTES

When fuses are used they

must be

dual element, time delay, current limiting,

class RK1 or RK5

ONLY

. Calculate/determine correct fuse value, by

applying either local and/or National Electrical Codes to listed appliance amp
draw data.
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.
Circuit breakers for 3-phase (3ø) dryers

must be

3-pole type.

OVEN SIZE

(Kw)

SERVICE

VOLTAGE

PHASE

WIRE

SERVICE

APPROX.

AMP DRAW

60 Hz

50 Hz

208

3ø

214

230/240

3ø

189

380-400

3ø

3/4

---

114

416

3ø

3/4

---

107

480

3ø

3/4

---

575

3ø

---

Summary of Contents for ML-130 II

Page 1: ... department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier 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 infla...

Page 2: ...this manual as complete as possible and hope you will find it useful ADC reserves the right to make changes from time to time without notice or obligation in prices specifications colors and material and to change or discontinue models The illustrations included in this manual may not depict your particular dryer exactly Important For your convenience log the following information DATE OF PURCHASE...

Page 3: ...IF NEAR DRYERS IN OPERATION DRYERS SHOULD NEVER BE LEFT UNATTENDED WHILE IN OPERATION CAUTION FOR YOUR SAFETY DO NOT DRY MOP HEADS IN THE DRYER DO NOT USE DRYER IN THE PRESENCE OF DRY CLEANING FUMES WARNING UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCESshould the dryer door switch lint drawer switch heat safety circuits ever be disabled Caution Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors ...

Page 4: ...ayed on the equipment and or specified in the installation manual included with the dryer WARNING DRYER MUST NEVER BE OPERATED WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER SCREEN IN PLACE EVEN IF AN EXTERNAL LINT COLLECTION SYSTEM IS USED Dryers must not beinstalled or stored in an area where itwill be exposed to water or weather The wiring diagram for the dryer is located in the front electrical control box area ...

Page 5: ...npacking Setting Up 11 C Dryer Enclosure Requirements 14 D Fresh Air Supply Requirements 15 E Exhaust Requirements 16 F Electrical Information 22 G Gas Information 28 H Steam Information 32 I Preparation For Operation 36 J Preoperational Tests 37 K Shut Down Instructions 39 L Operating Instructions 39 SECTION IV SERVICE PARTS INFORMATION 41 A Service 41 B Parts 41 SECTION V WARRANTY INFORMATION 42...

Page 6: ...LABEL INFORMATION 47 A Data Label 47 SECTION VIII REVERSING TIMER SPIN DWELL ADJUSTMENTS 49 SECTION IX PROCEDURE FOR FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 50 SECTION X BURNER AND BASKET TUMBLER LINT CHAMBER MANUAL RESET HI LIMIT INSTRUCTIONS 53 Gas Models Only 53 Electric or Steam Models Only 54 ...

Page 7: ...ccepted but the number received and the number refused must be noted on the receipt 4 If you determine that the dryer was damaged after the trucker has left your location 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 w...

Page 8: ...itch c DO NOT use any phone in your building d Clear the room building or area of ALLoccupants e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions f If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department 4 Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or gas supplier 5 Dryer s must be exhausted to the outd...

Page 9: ...ARNING PERSONALINJURY OR 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 the dryer after the drying and cooling cycles have been completed can create a fire hazard 12 DO NOT operate steam dryers with more than 125 PSI 8 61 bars steam pressure...

Page 10: ... btu hr kcal hr AIRFLOW 72 246 150 61 982 2 150 cfm 60 88 cmm 80 273 500 68 869 2 150 cfm 60 88 cmm VOLTAGE AVAILABLE 208 460v 3ø 3 4w 50 60 Hz APPROX WEIGHT UNCRATED 1 650 lbs 748 4 kg APPROX WEIGHT CRATED 1 875 lbs 850 5 kg HEAT INPUT 13 Bhp STEAM CONSUMPTION 450 lbs hr 202 2 kg hr AIRFLOW 2 150 cfm 60 88 cmm SUPPLY CONNECTION 1 1 4 RETURN CONNECTION 1 1 4 COMPRESSED AIR CONNECTION 1 8 N P T COM...

Page 11: ...without notice or obligation NOTE Operating height of steam dryer is 89 inches 226 1 cm EXHAUST DUCT DIA DIM A DIM B GAS AND ELECTRIC 14 35 5 cm 11 1 4 28 6 cm 9 1 2 24 1 cm STEAM 16 40 6 cm 9 22 9 cm 9 22 9 cm Specifications MLG 130 II GAS MLE 130 II ELECTRIC MLS 130 II STEAM ...

Page 12: ...llus No Description 1 Microprocessor Control Keyboard touch pad Panel Assembly controls 2 Control top access Door Assembly 3 Main Door Assembly 4 Lint Door Assembly 5 Lint Drawer 6 Wire Diagram located behind control door 7 Top Console module Assembly ...

Page 13: ... Assembly 2 Blower Motor Mount Assembly 3 Impellor fan blower Assembly 4 Idler Bearing Mount Assembly 5 Basket tumbler Bearing Mount Assembly 6 Electric Service Relay Box 7 Heating Unit 8 Data Label and Installation Label Electric service connections are made in this box ...

Page 14: ...alled on a sound level floor capable of supporting its weight Carpeting must be removed from the floor area that the dryer is to rest on IMPORTANT The dryer must be installed on noncombustible floors only 2 The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and or weather 3 The dryer is for use in noncombustible locations 4 Provisions for adequate air supply mus...

Page 15: ...he skid or with the skid removed To un skid the dryer locate and remove the four 4 lag bolts securing the base of the dryer to the wooden skid Two 2 are located at the rear base remove the back panel for access and two 2 are located in the bottom of the lint chamber To remove the two 2 lag bolts located in the lint chamber area remove the lint drawer and the three 3 Phillips head screws securing l...

Page 16: ...nuts and washers B holding the console module to base 3 Open the control door control panel and disconnect the white 15 pin plug connector C illustration below located in the base of the control box 4 Disconnect white plug connector located outside backside of the control box provides power to heat circuit 5 Lift the console module off the dryer base IMPORTANT The dryer must be transported and han...

Page 17: ...dryer NOTE It is recommendedthat this joint be taped as well as ALL other duct joints to prevent moisture and lint from escaping into the building 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 I...

Page 18: ...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 IMPORTANT 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 dryer...

Page 19: ...the outdoors atmosphere of a minimum of 3 square feet 0 28 square meters is required for each gas electric and steam dryer To compensate for the use of registers or louvers used over the openings this make up air area must be increased by approximately thirty three percent 33 Make up air openings should not be located in an area directly near where exhaust vents exit the building It is not necessa...

Page 20: ...separately it is recommendedthat a back draft damper be installed NOTE When dryers are exhausted into a multiple common exhaust line each dryer must be supplied with a back draft damper The exhaust ductwork should be laid out in such a way that the ductwork travels as directly as possible to the outdoors with as few turns as possible Single or independent dryer venting is recommended When single d...

Page 21: ...e diameter of the duct between the duct opening and the nearest obstruction i e roof or ground level IMPORTANT Exhaust back pressure measured by a manometer at the dryer exhaust duct area must not exceed 0 3 inches 0 74 mb of water column W C NOTE When the exhaust ductwork passes through a wall ceiling or roof made of combustible materials the opening must be 2 inches 5 08 cm larger than the duct ...

Page 22: ...k pressure measured by a manometer at each basket tumbler exhaust duct area must not exceed 0 3 inches 0 74 mb of water column W C It is suggested that the ductwork from each dryer minimum 14 inches 35 56 cm for a gas dryer or electric dryer and 16 inches 40 64 cm for a steam dryer not exceed 20 feet 6 09 meters with no more than three 3 elbows including dryer connections and outside exhaust outle...

Page 23: ...ork Protection 1 To protect the outside end of the horizontal ductwork from the weather a 90 elbow bent downward should be installed where the exhaust exits the building If the exhaust ductwork travels vertically up through the roof it should be protected from the weather by using a 180 turn to point the opening downward In either case allow at least twice the diameter of the duct between the duct...

Page 24: ...manual a professional heating venting and air conditioning HVAC firm should be consulted for proper venting information IMPORTANT Exhaust back pressure measured by a manometer at each dryer exhaust duct area must not exceed 0 3 inches 0 74 mb of water column W C The duct should besmooth inside with no projections from sheet metal screws or other obstructions which will collect lint When adding duc...

Page 25: ... II and MLE 130 II Gas and Electric with 14 35 56 cm Diameter 2 150 cfm 60 88 cmm Exhaust Connection at Common Duct MLS 130 II Steam with 16 40 64 cm Diameter 2 150 cfm 60 88 cmm Exhaust Connection at Common Duct ...

Page 26: ...quid Propane L P Gas or LATEST EDITION IMPORTANT Failure to comply with these codes or ordinances and or the requirements stipulated in this manual can result in personal injury or component failure NOTE Component failure due to improper installation will VOID THE WARRANTY Each dryer should be connected to an independently protected branch circuit The dryermust be connected with copper wire only D...

Page 27: ...ng 3ø STEAM ELECTRICAL SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS PER DRYER IMPORTANT 208 VAC AND 230 240 VAC ARE NOT THE SAME When ordering specify exact voltage NOTES A When fuses are used they must be dual element time delay current limiting class RK1 or RK5 ONLY Calculate determine correct fuse value by applying either local and or National Electrical Codes to listed appliance amp draw data B Circuit breakers are...

Page 28: ...ELECTRICAL SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS PER DRYER IMPORTANT 208 VAC AND 230 240 VAC ARE NOT THE SAME When ordering specify exact voltage NOTES A B C When fuses are used they must be dual element time delay current limiting class RK1 or RK5 ONLY Calculate determine correct fuse value by applying either local and or National Electrical Codes to listed appliance amp draw data Circuit breakers are thermal m...

Page 29: ...sing 3ø ELECTRICAL SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS PER DRYER IMPORTANT NOTES A B C 208 VAC AND 230 240 VAC ARE NOT THE SAME When ordering specify exact voltage When fuses are used they must be dual element time delay class RK1 or RK5 ONLY Calculate determine correct fuse value by applying either local and or National Electrical Codes to listed appliance amp draw data Circuit breakers are thermal magnetic i...

Page 30: ... made at the terminal block located in the electric service relay box at the rear upper left hand corner of the dryer To gain access into this service box the service cover upper back guard must be removed b Electric Model Dryers For electric model dryers made to operate at 208 VAC or 230 240 VAC the electrical input connection is made into the terminal block located at the upper rear of the dryer...

Page 31: ...he rear For added personal safety when possible it is suggested that a separate ground wire sized per local codes be connected from the ground connection of the dryer to a grounded cold water pipe DO NOT ground to a gas or hot water pipe The grounded cold water pipe must have metal to metal connections ALL the way to electrical ground If there are any nonmetallic interruptions such as a meter pump...

Page 32: ...eparable damage to the gas valve VOIDING THE WARRANTY WARNING FIRE OR EXPLOSION COULD RESULT 1 Gas Supply The gas dryer installation must meet the American National Standard 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 Gas or LATEST EDITION as well as local codes and ordinances and must be do...

Page 33: ...er column 26 1 mb There is no regulator or regulation provided in an L P dryer The water column pressuremust be regulated at the source L P tank or an external regulator must be added to each dryer Drill Material Size D M S equivalents are as follows Natural Gas 4 0 2090 5 3086 mm Liquid Propane Gas 30 0 1285 3 2639 mm TYPE OF GAS Liquid Propane L P Conversion Kit Part Number MODEL NUMBER BTU Per ...

Page 34: ... which will result in erratic operation of the burner ignition system Consistent gas pressure is essential at ALL gas connections It is recommended that a 1 inch 2 54 cm pipe gas loop be installed in the supply line servicing a bank of dryers An in line pressure regulatormust be installed in the gas supply line header if the natural gas pressure exceeds 12 0 inches 29 9 mb of water column W C pres...

Page 35: ...ng any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1 2 psig 3 5 kPa NOTE The dryer must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psig 3 5 kPa ...

Page 36: ...attack of the steam coils IMPORTANT Coil failure due to improper PH level will VOID THE WARRANTY 2 Steam Requirements High Pressure a Inlet 1 1 4 supply line connection qty one 1 at top manifold b Return 1 1 4 return line connection qty one 1 at bottom manifold 3 Installation Instructions To insure that an adequate supply of steam is provided be sure that the steam supply and steam return lines ar...

Page 37: ...ply and return mains if the dryer needs maintenance work e Install an inverted bucket steam trap and check valve for each unit at least 12 inch 30 48 cm below steam coil as close to the coil as possible 1 A trap with a capacity of 1 200 lbs 544 kg of condensate per hour at 125 PSI 8 61 bars is needed for each unit f A 3 4 inch 19 05 mm vacuum breaker should be installed for each unit in the piping...

Page 38: ...gested that a regulator filter gauge arrangement be added to the compressed air line just before the dryer connection This is necessary to insure that correct and clean air pressure is achieved 5 Steam Damper System Operation The steam damper as shown in the top illustrationon page 35 allows the coil to stay constantly charged eliminating repeated expansion and contraction When the damper is opene...

Page 39: ... and adjusted prior to shipping at 80 PSI 5 51 bars steam damper operation must be checked before the dryer is put into operation Refer to page 34 for instructions to check steam damper system operation If damper air adjustment is necessary locate flow control valve and make necessary adjustments as noted below ...

Page 40: ...ng However each sail switch adjustment must be checked to assure that this important safety control is functioning 5 GAS MODELS be sure that ALL gas shutoff valves are in the open position 6 Be sure ALL back panels guards and electric box covers have been replaced 7 Check ALL service doors to assure that they are closed and secured in place 8 Be sure lint drawer is securely in place NOTE LINT DRAW...

Page 41: ...uit Operational Test a Gas Models 1 When the dryer is first started during initial start up the burner has a tendency not to ignite on the first attempt This is because the gas supply piping is filled with air so it may take a few minutes for this air to be purged 2 The dryer is equipped with a Direct Spark Ignition DSI system which has internal diagnostics If ignition is not established after the...

Page 42: ...opposite direction a Microprocessor Controller Computer Dryer Models 1 Spin and stop times are not adjustable in the Automatic Mode and have been preprogrammed into the microprocessor controller computer for a 120 second spin time and a 5 second dwell stop time 2 Spin and stop times are adjustable in the Manual Timed Mode b Dual Timer Dryer Models 1 Spin and stop times are adjustable at the revers...

Page 43: ...G INSTRUCTIONS NOTE Before attempting to start the dryer make sure that the main door is closed and the lint drawer is securely in place 1 To Start The Dryer a Microprocessor Controller Computer Dryer Models 1 Display will read READY meaning no cycle in progress 2 Press the letter on the keyboard touch pad corresponding to the cycle desired i e E a The dryer will then start rotate 3 Light emitting...

Page 44: ...key twice The light emitting diode L E D display will return to FILL at which time a new cycle selection can be made b Dual Timer Dryer Models 1 Select drying time and cool down time desired a Turn heat timer clockwise CW to desired time i e 1 minute to 60 minutes b Turn cool down timer clockwise CW to desired time i e 0 minutes to 15 minutes 2 Select drying temperature HI TEMP LO TEMP or PERM PRE...

Page 45: ...erial numberso that your inquiry is handled in an expeditious manner B PARTS 1 Replacement parts should be purchased from the reseller from whom theADC equipment was purchased If the reseller cannot be contacted or is unknown contact theADC Parts Department for a reseller in your area Parts may also be purchased directly from the factory by calling theADC Parts Department at 508 678 9000 or you ma...

Page 46: ... whom you purchased the equipment and request a dryer warranty form If the reseller cannot be contacted or is unknown warranty information can be obtained from the factory by contacting theADC Warranty Department at 508 678 9000 NOTE Whenever contacting the ADC factory for warranty information be sure to have the dryer s model numberand serial numberavailable so that your inquiry can be handled in...

Page 47: ...nsit 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 the factory Any C ...

Page 48: ...AL FIRE HAZARD WARNING KEEP DRYER AREA CLEAR AND FREE FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS GASOLINE AND OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS NOTE Suggested time intervals shown are for average usage which is considered six 6 to eight 8 operational running hours per day CLEAN THE LINT DRAWER SCREEN EVERY THIRD OR FOURTH LOAD NOTE Frequency can best be determined at each location IMPORTANT Dryer produces combus...

Page 49: ...spect and remove lint accumulation in customer furnished exhaust ductwork system and from dryer s internal exhaust ducting Impellor fan blower belts and drive belts should be examined Cracked and or seriously frayed belts should be replaced Tighten belts when necessary WARNING THE ACCUMULATION OF LINT IN THE EXHAUST DUCTWORK CAN CREATE A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD WARNING DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE FLOW OF CO...

Page 50: ...wer switch sail switch burner and hi limit thermostats C LUBRICATION The motor bearings and under normal most conditions the basket tumbler and idler bearings are permanently lubricated It is physically possible to re lubricate the basket tumbler and idler bearings if you choose to do so even though this practice is not necessary Use Shell Alvania 2or its equivalent The basket tumbler and idler be...

Page 51: ...tacting American Dryer Corporation certain information is required to insure proper service parts information from ADC This information is on the data label located on the left side panel wall area behind the control door When contacting ADC please have the model numberand serial numberavailable ...

Page 52: ...ur particular model 4 TYPE OF HEAT This describes the type of heat for your particular dryer gas either natural gas or liquid propane L P or steam 5 HEAT INPUT for GAS DRYERS This describes the heat input in British Thermal Units per Hour BTUH 6 ORIFICE SIZE for GAS DRYERS Gives the number drill size used 7 ELECTRIC SERVICE This describes the electric service for your particular model 8 GAS MANIFO...

Page 53: ...he 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 TIMING LEGEND SPIN TIME Adjustment Position Number 1 2 3 4 5 Time in Seconds 30 60 90 120 150 DWELL STOP TIME Adjustment Position Number 1 2 3 4 5 Time in Seconds 5 6 3 7 6 8 9 10 2 Values shown are 1 second ...

Page 54: ...rt the drying cycle by pressing any of the preset cycles in letters A F c Verify that the motor s and the heat indicator dots in the microprocessor controller computer light emitting diode L E D display are on Refer to the illustration below 1 Basket tumbler in Forward Mode clockwise CW indicator 2 Basket tumbler in Reverse Mode counterclockwise CCW indicator 3 Heat On indicator 4 On indicator dry...

Page 55: ...input L E D indicator 8 Main Main Door input L E D indicator 9 Drum Tumbler Hi Limit input L E D indicator 10 Sail Sail Switch input L E D indicator 11 Burn Burner Hi Limit input L E D indicator 12 Flame Burner Control Failure input L E D indicator 13 Power Supply L E D indicator d Verify that the motor s heat and door indicator lights on the back side of the microprocessor controller computer boa...

Page 56: ... module is wired incorrectly or has failed c Start the drying cycle d The HSI will turn on and after approximately 4 seconds the ignitor will shut off and the gas valve will be energized Ignition flame should now be established e With the burner flame on remove the flame sensor wire from the S2 terminal of the HSI module The burner flame must shut off immediately f Stop the drying cycle with the f...

Page 57: ...will not recognize the open state of the burner hi limit thermostat and will start or continue through the drying cycle with no heat The applicable manual reset hi limit thermostat must be reset manually This hi temperature condition may be caused due to a restricted exhaust poor airflow or improper burner oven operation The location of the burner manual reset hi limit switch is on the right side ...

Page 58: ...rmostat and will start or continue through the drying cycle with no heat The applicable manual reset hi limit must be reset manually This hi temperature condition may be caused due to a restricted exhaust poor airflow or improper heating unit operation The location of the burner manual reset hi limit switch is in the lint chamber area WARNING Discontinue electrical power to the dryer before attemp...

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