American Dryer Corp. AD-25 Clothes Dryer User Manual


 
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TO CONVERT FROM NATURAL TO LIQUID PROPANE (L.P.) GAS
1. Disconnect electrical power to the dryer.
2. Close ALL shutoff valves in dryer gas supply line.
3. Disconnect gas valve wiring.
NOTE: Identify location of each wire for correct reinstallation.
4. Break union connection (nut) between union shutoff and gas valve.
5. Loosen and remove screws from bracket holding the gas valve/manifold assembly to burner box.
6. Remove gas valve/manifold assembly from the dryer.
7. Unscrew main burner orifices and replace with L.P. orifices supplied.
NOTE: Use extreme care when removing and replacing orifices. THESE ORIFICES
ARE MADE OF BRASS, WHICH IS EASILY DAMAGED.
8. To convert gas valve for use with L.P. gas, refer to instructions included in kit envelope (#F92-0737)
supplied.
9. Reverse procedure for reinstalling valve manifold assembly to the dryer.
IMPORTANT: External regulation of a consistent gas pressure of between 10.5 inches
(26.1 mb) water column (W.C.)
must be
provided.
10. Open ALL shutoff valves and test for leaks.
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT
test for leaks with an open flame. Use soapy water solution or
product intended for that purpose.
11. Operate dryer through one (1) complete cycle to ensure proper operation.
IMPORTANT: Conversion
should be
performed by competent technicians in accordance
with local and state codes. Improper assembly or adjustments can cause
hazardous condition.
NOTE: There is no regulator provided in an L.P. dryer. The water column pressure
must
be
regulated at the source (L.P. tank), or an external regulator
must be
added to
each dryer.
NOTE: Use extreme care when removing and replacing orifices. THESE ORIFICES
ARE MADE OF BRASS, WHICH IS EASILY DAMAGED.
12. Call ADC for L.P. conversion kits or the proper orifices for natural or L.P. gas.