American Dryer Corp. ADG / MLG-170DR Clothes Dryer User Manual


 
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6 MONTHS
Inspect and remove lint accumulation in customer furnished exhaust ductwork system and from dryer’s internal exhaust
ducting.
NOTE: THE ACCUMULATION OF LINT IN THE EXHAUST DUCTWORK CAN CREATE A
POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD.
NOTE: DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE FLOW OF COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR. CHECK
CUSTOMER FURNISHED BACK DRAFT DAMPERS IN THE EXHAUST DUCTWORK.
INSPECT AND REMOVE ANY LINT ACCUMULATION, WHICH CAN CAUSE THE
DAMPER TO BIND OR STICK.
NOTE: A back draft damper that is sticking partially closed can result in slow drying and shut down of the heat
circuit safety switches or thermostats.
NOTE: When cleaning the dryer cabinet(s), avoid using harsh abrasives. A product intended for the cleaning
of appliances is recommended.
Check ALL V-belts for tightness and wear. Retighten, realign, or replace if required.
NOTE: V-belts should be replaced in matched sets (pairs).
B. ADJUSTMENTS
7 DAYS AFTER INSTALLATION AND EVERY 6 MONTHS THEREAFTER
Inspect bolts, nuts, screws, (bearing setscrews), grounding connections, and nonpermanent gas connections (unions,
shutoff valves, and orifices). Fan (impellor) V-belts, along with the motor and drive belts should be examined and
replaced if necessary. Tighten loose V-belts when necessary. Complete an operational check of controls and valves.
Complete an operational check of ALL safety devices (i.e., door switches, lint drawer switch, sail switch, and hi-limit
thermostats).
NOTE: Squirrel cage type fan (impellor) on the blower motor must be inspected and cleaned every 6 months.
C. LUBRICATION
The fan shaft bearings and ALL the tumbler drive shaft and idler shaft bearings must be lubricated every 3 months. Use
a #2 grease or its equivalent (Magnalube-G Teflon
®
grease with an operating range of -40º F to 530º F). Lubrication is
necessary or premature bearing failure will be the result.
The motor bearings are permanently lubricated and DO NOT require to be serviced.