American Dryer Corp. Super AD-50 Clothes Dryer User Manual


 
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B. LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Before installing the dryer, be sure the location conforms to local codes and ordinances. In the absence of such
codes or ordinances the location must conform with the 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 (L.P. Gas) or LATEST EDITION.
1. The dryer must be installed on a sound level floor capable of supporting its weight. It is recommended that
carpeting be removed from the floor area that the dryer is to rest on.
2. The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather.
3. Provisions for adequate air supply must be provided as noted in this manual (refer to Fresh Air Supply in
Section D
4. Clearance provisions must be made from combustible construction as noted in this manual (refer to Dryer
Enclosure Requirements in Section C).
5. Provisions must be made for adequate clearances for servicing and for operation as noted in this manual
(refer to Dryer Enclosure Requirements in Section C).
6. Dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors (refer to Exhaust Requirements in Section E).
7. Dryer must be located in an area where correct exhaust venting can be achieved as noted in the manual
(refer to Exhaust Requirements in Section E).
8. Dryer must be located in an area where correct exhaust venting can be achieved as noted in this manual
(refer to Exhaust Requirements in Section E)
IMPORTANT: Dryer should be located where a minimum amount of exhaust duct will be necessary.
C. DRYER ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS
Bulkheads and partitions should be made of noncombustible materials and must be located a minimum of 12-
inches (18-inches or more is recommended for ease of installation, maintenance, and service) above the dryer
outer top, except along the front of the dryer which may be partially closed in if desired. The clearance between
the bulkhead header and the dryer must be a minimum of 4-inches and must not extend more than 4-inches to
the rear of the front. The bulkhead facing must not be closed in all the way to the top of the dryer. A 1-inch
clearance is required.