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Routine Maintenance _________________
Cleaning
A program and/or schedule should be established for periodic
inspection, cleaning, and removal of lint from various areas
of the dryer, as well as throughout the ductwork system. The
frequency of cleaning can best be determined from experience
at each location. Maximum operating efficiency is dependent
upon proper air circulation. The accumulation of lint can restrict
this airflow. If the guidelines in this section are met, the dryer
will provide many years of efficient, trouble free, and most
importantly safe operation.
Warning
Lint from most fabrics is highly combustible. The
accumulation of lint can create a potential fire
hazard.
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 6 to 8 operational
(running) hours per day.
Important
Dryer produces combustible lint and must be
exhausted to the outdoors. Every 6 months,
inspect the exhaust ducting and remove any lint buildup.
Suggested Cleaning Schedule
Every Third or Fourth Load
Clean the lint screen every third or fourth load. A clogged lint
screen will cause poor dryer performance. The lint screen is
located in a drawer below the main door. Open the lint drawer,
brush or vacuum the lint off the lint screen, and remove the
lint. Inspect the lint screen and replace it if torn.
Note
The frequency of cleaning the lint screen can best
be determined from experience at each location.
Weekly
Clean lint accumulation from the lint chamber, thermostat, and
microprocessor temperature sensor (sensor bracket) area.
Warning
To avoid the hazard of electrical shock, discontinue
electrical supply to the dryer.
Steam Dryers
Clean the steam coil fins. We suggest using compressed air
and a vacuum cleaner with brush attachment.
Warning
When cleaning steam coil fins, be careful not to
bend the fins. If fins are bent, straighten by using
a fin comb, which is available from local air-conditioning
supply houses.
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90 Days
Inspect and remove lint accumulation in customer furnished
exhaust ductwork system and from the dryer’s internal exhaust
ducting.
Warning
The accumulation of lint in the exhaust ductwork
can create a potential fire hazard.
Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
Inspect and remove any lint accumulation, which can cause
the back draft damper to bind or stick.
Note
A back draft damper that is sticking partially closed
can result in slow drying and shutdown of heat
circuit safety switches or thermostats.
When cleaning the dryer cabinet(s), avoid using harsh
abrasives. A product intended for the cleaning of appliances
is recommended.
Adjustments
7 Days After Installation
and Every 6 Months Thereafter
Inspect bolts, nuts, screws, setscrews, grounding connections,
and nonpermanent gas connections (unions, shutoff valves,
and orifices). Motor and drive belts should be examined.
Cracked or seriously frayed belts should be replaced. Tighten
loose V-belts when necessary. Complete operational check
of controls and valves. Complete operational check of all
safety devices (door switches, lint drawer switch, sail switch,
burner, and hi-limit thermostats).
Lubrication
The motor bearings, idler bearings, and under normal/most
conditions the tumbler bearings are permanently lubricated.
It is physically possible to relubricate the tumbler bearings if
you choose to do so even though this practice is not necessary.
Use Shell Alvania #2 grease or its equivalent. The tumbler
bearings used in the dryer do not have a grease fitting.
Provisions are made in the bearing housing for the addition
of a grease fitting, which can be obtained elsewhere, or from
the manufacturer by ordering kit P/N 882159 (includes two
fittings).
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