American Dryer Corp. ML-82 III Clothes Dryer User Manual


 
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TYPE OF GAS
NATURAL LIQUID PROPANE
Manifold Pressure* 3.5 inches W.C.
8.7 mb
10.5 inches W.C.
26.1 mb
In-Line Pressure 6.0 - 12.0 inches W.C.
14.92 - 29.9 mb
11.0 inches W.C.
27.4 mb
IMPORTANT: Failure to isolate or disconnect dryer from supply as noted can cause irreparable
damage to the gas valves VOIDING THE WARRANTY.
WARNING: FIRE OR EXPLOSION COULD RESULT DUE TO FAILURE OF
ISOLATING OR DISCONNECTING THE GAS SUPPLY AS NOTED.
1. Gas Supply
The gas dryer installation must meet the American National Standard...National Fuel Gas Code ANSI
Z223.1-LATEST EDITION, or in Canada, the Canadian Installation Codes CAN/CGA-B149.1 M91 (Natural
Gas) or CAN/CGA-B149.2-M91 (Liquid Propane [L.P.] Gas) or LATEST EDITION, as well as local
codes and ordinances and must be done by a qualified professional.
NOTE: Undersized gas piping will result in ignition problems, slow drying, increased use of energy, and
can create a safety hazard.
The dryer must be connected to the type of heat or gas indicated on the dryer data label. If this information
does not agree with the type of gas available, DO NOT operate dryer. Contact the reseller who sold the
dryer or contact the ADC factory.
IMPORTANT: Any burner changes or conversions must be made by a qualified professional.
The input rating shown on the dryer data label is for elevations of up to 2,000 feet (609.6 meters), unless
elevation requirements of over 2,000 feet (609.6 meters) were specified at the time the dryer order was
placed with the factory. The adjustment or conversion of dryers in the field for elevations over 2,000 feet
(609.6 meters) is made by changing each burner orifice. If this conversion is necessary, contact the
reseller who sold the dryer or contact the ADC factory.
IMPORTANT: THIS GAS DRYER IS NOT PROVIDED WITH AN INTERNAL GAS SUPPLY
SHUTOFF AND AN EXTERNAL GAS SUPPLY SHUTOFF MUST BE
PROVIDED.
2. Technical Gas Data
a. Gas Specifications
Shaded areas are stated in metric equivalents
* Measured at gas valve pressure tap when gas valve is on.
b. Gas Connections
Inlet connection --- 1” N.P.T.
Inlet supply size --- 1” Diameter Pipe (minimum)
Btu/hr input--------- 270,000 (68,040 kcal/hr)