American Dryer Corp. AD-170SE Clothes Dryer User Manual


 
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I. PREPARATION FOR OPERATION / START-UP
The following items should be checked before attempting to operate the dryer:
1. Read
ALL "CAUTION," "WARNING," and "DIRECTION" labels attached to the dryer.
2. Check incoming supply voltage to be sure that it is the same as indicated on the dryer data label laffixed to
the left inside front side panel (refer to the illustration in Section IX of this manual). In case of 208 VAC or
230/240 VAC, the supply voltage
must match the electric service exactly.
3. GAS MODELS - check to assure that the dryer is connected to the type of heat/gas indicated on the
dryer data label.
4. GAS MODELS - the sail switch damper assembly was installed and adjusted at the factory prior to
shipping. However, each sail switch adjustment must be checked to assure that this
important safety control is functioning.
5. Check to be sure drive belts between idler pulley and motor pulley have been re-connected.
NOTE: The drive belts were disconnected at factory prior to shipment.
6. GAS MODELS - be sure that ALL gas shut-off valves are in the open position.
7. Be sure ALL back 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. Be sure lint drawer is securely in place.
NOTE: LINT DRAWER MUST BE ALL THE WAY IN PLACE TO ACTIVATE SAFETY
SWITCH OTHERWISE THE DRYER WILL NOT START.
10. Rotate the basket (tumbler) by hand to be sure it moves freely.
11. Check bolts, nuts, screws, terminals, and fittings for security.
12. GAS MODELS and STEAM MODELS - check to insure air supply (80 psi) is on to the dryer.
13. STEAM MODELS - check to insure
ALL steam shut-off valves are open.
14. STEAM MODELS - check steam damper operation.
15. Check tumbler bearing set screws to insure they are ALL tight.