American Dryer Corp. AD-235 Clothes Dryer User Manual


 
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J. Microprocessor controller (computer) locks up and the L.E.D. display reads erroneous message(s)
or only partial segments...
1. Transient power voltage (spikes) ... disconnect power to the dryer, wait one (1) minute.
(NOTE: For dryer models with the optional battery back-up ... disconnect battery), then reestablish
power to the dryer. If problem is still evident, proceed to Item J2 thru Item J4.
2. Failed keyboard (touchpad) label assembly.
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).
K. Dryer stops during a cycle and the microprocessor controller (computer) L.E.D. display returns
to "FILL" ...
If the dryer is equipped with optional battery back-up ...
1. Refer to Item J1, Item J3, or Item J4.
a. If the dryer is not equipped with optional 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).
L. Heating unit is not operating (no heat) ... basket (tumbler) is turning, microprocessor controller
(computer) heat indicator dot is on but "HEAT" output L.E.D. is not ...
1. Failed microprocessor controller (computer).
M. Gas heating unit is not operating (no heat) ... both microprocessor controller (computer) heat
indicator dot and "HEAT" indicator are on ... but no spark at burner area when the dryer is first
started ...
1. 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) No exhaust air flow.