ADC Clothes Dryer ML 122 User Manual

ML-96 / ML-122  
Service Manual  
American Dryer Corporation  
88 Currant Road  
Fall River MA 02720-4781 USA  
Telephone: +1 (508) 678-9000 / Fax: +1 (508) 678-9447  
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Table of Contents _______  
IMPORTANT  
You must disconnect and lockout the electric  
supply and the gas supply or the steam supply  
before any covers or guards are removed from  
the machine to allow access for cleaning,  
adjusting, installation, or testing of any  
equipment per OSHA standards.  
“Caution: Label all wires prior to disconnection  
when servicing controls. Wiring errors can  
cause improper operation.”  
«Attention: Lor des opérations d’entretien des  
commandes étiqueter tous fils avant de les  
déconnecter. Toute erreur de câblage peut étre  
une source de danger et de panne.»  
CAUTION  
Dryers should never be left unattended while in  
operation.  
WARNING  
Children should not be allowed to play on or near  
the dryer(s). Children should be supervised if  
near dryers in operation.  
FOR YOUR SAFETY  
Do not dry mop heads in the dryer. Do not use  
dryer in the presence of dry cleaning fumes.  
WARNING  
Under no circumstances should the door switch  
or the heat circuit devices ever be disabled.  
The dryer must never be operated with any of  
the back guards, outer tops, or service panels  
removed. Personal injury or fire could result.  
Dryer must never be operated without the lint  
filter/screen in place, even if an external lint  
collection system is used.  
List of Acronyms _____________________  
IMPORTANT  
Please observe all safety precautions displayed  
on the equipment and/or specified in the  
installation and operator's manual included with  
the dryer.  
HSI  
Hot Surface Ignition  
HV  
High Voltage  
in wc  
Inches of Water Column  
L.E.D. Light Emitting Diode  
L.P.  
Liquid Propane  
Dryers must not be installed or stored in an area  
where it will be exposed to water or weather.  
OPL  
On-Premise Laundry (Non-Coin)  
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration  
S.A.F.E. Sensor Activated Fire Extinguishing  
T.E.F.C. Totally Enclosed, Fan-Cooled  
The wiring diagram for the dryer is located in  
the front electrical control box area.  
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For personal safety, the dryer must be electrically grounded  
in accordance with local codes and/or the National Electrical  
Code ANSI/NFPA NO. 70-LATEST EDITION or in Canada,  
the Canadian Electrical Codes Parts 1 & 2 CSA C22.1-  
1990 or LATEST EDITION.  
Important Information _______________  
Safety Precautions  
WARNING: For your safety, the information in  
this manual must be followed to minimize the  
risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property  
damage, personal injury, or loss of life.  
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NOTE: Failure to do so will void the warranty.  
The dryer must never be operated with any of the back  
guards, outer tops, or service panels removed.  
Personal injury or fire could result.  
Under no circumstances should the dryer door switches,  
lint door switch, heat safety circuit ever be disabled.  
WARNING: Personal injury or fire could result.  
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Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors  
and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.  
This dryer is not to be used in the presence of dry cleaning  
solvents or fumes.  
Purchaser/user should consult the local gas supplier for  
proper instructions to be followed in the event the user  
smells gas. The instructions should be posted in a  
prominent location.  
Remove articles from the dryer as soon as the drying cycle  
has been completed.  
WARNING: Articles left in the dryer after the  
drying and cooling cycles have been  
completed can create a fire hazard.  
What To Do If You Smell Gas...  
• Do not try to light any appliance.  
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• Do not touch any electrical switch.  
Do not operate steam dryers with more than 125 PSI (8.61  
bar) steam pressure. Excessive steam pressure can  
damage steam coil and/or harm personnel.  
• Do not use any phone in your building.  
• Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.  
Replace leaking flexible hoses or other steam fixtures  
immediately. Do not operate the dryer with leaking flexible  
hoses. Personal injury may result.  
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s  
phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.  
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire  
department.  
Read and follow all caution and direction labels attached  
to the dryer.  
• Installation and service must be performed by a  
qualified installer, service agency, or gas supplier.  
WARNING: You must disconnect and lockout  
the electric supply and the gas supply or the  
steam supply before any covers or guards are  
removed from the machine to allow access for  
cleaning, adjusting, installation, or testing of any  
equipment per OSHA standards.  
• Dryer(s) must be exhausted to the outdoors.  
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• Although ADC produces a very versatile machine, there  
are some articles that, due to fabric composition or  
cleaning method, should not be dried in it.  
WARNING: Dry only water-washed fabrics. Do  
not dry articles spotted or washed in dry  
cleaning solvents, a combustible detergent, or  
“all purpose” cleaner. Explosion could result.  
Routine Maintenance ________________  
Cleaning  
!
A program and 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, an ADC dryer will provide many years of efficient,  
trouble free, and – most importantly – safe operation.  
Do not dry rags or articles coated or contaminated  
with gasoline, kerosene, oil, paint, wax. Explosion  
could result.  
Do not dry mop heads. Contamination by wax or  
flammable solvents will create a fire hazard.  
Do not use heat for drying articles that contain plastic,  
foam, sponge rubber, or similarly textured rubber  
materials. Drying in a heated tumbler may damage  
plastics or rubber and also may be a fire hazard.  
WARNING: Lint from most fabrics is highly  
combustible. The accumulation of lint can  
create a potential fire hazard.  
A program should be established for the inspection and  
cleaning of lint in the heating unit area, exhaust ductwork,  
and inside the dryer. The frequency of inspection and  
cleaning can best be determined from experience at each  
location.  
!
Keep dryer area clear and free from combustible  
materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and  
liquids.  
WARNING: The collection of lint in the burner  
area and exhaust ductwork can create a  
potential fire hazard.  
NOTE: Suggested time intervals shown for average  
usage, which is considered 6 to 8 operational (running)  
hours per day.  
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Clean lint drawer and screen every third load.  
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NOTE: Frequency can best be determined at each  
location.  
Lubrication  
The drive shaft bearings and idler shaft bearings should  
be lubricated every 3 months. Use a #3 grease or  
equivalent. Lubrication is necessary.  
Daily  
(Beginning) of each work shift.  
The motor bearings and under normal/most conditions  
the tumbler bearing are permanently lubricated. It is  
physically possible to re-lubricate the tumbler bearing if  
you choose even though this practice may not be necessary.  
Use Industrial Chevron ball or roller bearing SRI grease  
NLGI2 or its equivalent, which has a broad operating  
temperature range of 22º F (-6º C) to 350º F (177º C).  
Clean lint from the drawer and screen. Inspect lint screen  
and replace if torn.  
Weekly  
Clean lint accumulation from lint chamber, thermostat, and  
microprocessor temperature sensor (sensor bracket) area.  
WARNING: To avoid the hazard of electrical  
shock, discontinue electrical supply to dryer.  
Installation Requirements ___________  
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Installation should be performed by competent technicians  
in accordance with local and state codes. In the absence  
of these codes, the installation must conform to applicable  
AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS: National Fuel Gas  
Code ANSI.Z223.1-LATEST EDITION or National Electrical  
Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70-LATEST EDITION, or in Canada,  
the installation must conform to applicable Canadian  
Standards: CAN/CGA-B149.1-M91 (Natural Gas) or CAN/  
CGA-B149.2-M91 (L.P. Gas) or LATEST EDITION (for  
General Installation and Gas Plumbing) or Canadian  
Electrical Codes Parts 1 & 2 CSA C22.1-1990 or LATEST  
EDITION (for Electrical Connections).  
90 Days  
Remove lint from tumbler, drive motors, and surrounding  
areas. Remove lint from gas valve burner area with a  
dusting brush or vacuum cleaner attachment.  
NOTE: To prevent damage, avoid cleaning, or touching  
ignitor and flame-probe assembly.  
Remove lint accumulation from inside control box and at  
rear area behind control box.  
Every 6 Months  
Inspect and remove lint accumulation in customer  
furnished exhaust ductwork system and from dryer’s  
internal exhaust ducting.  
Enclosure, Air Supply,  
and Exhaust Requirements  
NOTE: The following information is very brief and  
general. For detailed description, refer to the installation  
manual supplied with dryer.  
WARNING: The accumulation of lint in the  
exhaust ductwork can create a potential fire  
hazard.  
!
Bulkheads and partitions around the dryer should be made  
of noncombustible materials. Allowances should be made  
for the opening and closing of the control door and lint  
door. (Refer to appropriate installation manual for  
recommended distances and minimum allowances  
required.)  
Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation  
air. Check customer furnished back draft damper in  
exhaust ductwork. Inspect and remove any lint  
accumulation, which can cause damper to bind or  
stick.  
When the dryer is operating, it draws in room air, heats it,  
passes this air through the tumbler, and exhausts it out of  
the building. Therefore, the room air must be continually  
replenished from the outdoors. If the make-up air is  
inadequate, drying time and drying efficiency will be  
adversely affected. Ignition problems and sail switch  
“fluttering” problems on gas dryers may result, and you  
also could have premature motor failure from overheating.  
The air supply must be given careful consideration to insure  
proper performance of each dryer.  
NOTE: A back draft damper that is sticking partially  
closed can result in slow drying and shutdown of the heat  
circuits safety switches or thermostats.  
When cleaning dryer cabinets, avoid using harsh  
abrasives. A product intended for cleaning appliances is  
recommended.  
Adjustments  
7 Days After Installation  
IMPORTANT: Make-up air must be provided from a  
source free of dry cleaning fumes. Make-up air that is  
contaminated by dry cleaning fumes will result in  
irreparable damage to motors and other dryer  
components.  
and Every 6 Months Thereafter  
Inspect bolts, nuts, screws, (bearing setscrews),  
nonpermanent gas connections (unions, shutoff valves,  
orifices, and grounding connections). 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  
switch, lint drawer switch, sail switch, burner and hi-limit  
thermostats).  
Exhaust ductwork should be designed and installed by a  
competent technician. Improperly sized ductwork will  
create excessive back pressure, which will result in slow  
drying, increased use of energy, and shutdown of the burner  
by the airflow (sail) switch, burner hi-limit or lint chamber  
hi-heat protector thermostat. (Refer to appropriate  
installation manual for more details.)  
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CAUTION: Improperly sized or installed  
exhaust ductwork can create a potential fire  
hazard.  
Make a complete operational check of all the operating  
controls to assure that the timing is correct, temperature  
selection switches are functioning, etc.  
!
Make a complete operational check of all safety-halted  
circuits: door switches, hi-limit thermostat, sail switch,  
cycling thermostats, etc.  
Electrical and Gas Requirements  
It is your responsibility to have all electrical connections  
made by a properly licensed and competent electrician to  
assure the electrical installation is adequate and conforms  
with local and state regulations or codes. In the absence  
of such codes, all electrical connections, material, and  
workmanship must conform to the applicable requirements  
of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70-LATEST  
EDITION, or in Canada, the Canadian Electrical Codes  
Parts 1 & 2 CSA C22.1-1990 or LATEST EDITION (for  
Electrical Connections).  
For gas dryers a gas pressure test should be taken at the  
gas valve pressure tap of each dryer to assure that the  
water column pressure is correct and consistent.  
NOTE: Water column pressure requirements (measured  
at the pressure tap on the gas valve body):  
Natural Gas ______ 3.5 in wc (8.7 mb).  
L.P. Gas__________ 10.5 in wc (26.1 mb).  
If computer program changes are required, refer to the  
operator’s manual, which was supplied with the dryer.  
IMPORTANT: Failure to comply with these codes or  
ordinances and the requirements stipulated in this  
manual can result in personal injury or component  
failure.  
The dryer should be operated through one complete cycle  
to assure that no further adjustments are necessary and  
that all components are functioning properly.  
The dryer installation must meet the American National  
Standard, National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1-LATEST  
EDITION, or in Canada, the Canadian Electrical Codes  
Parts 1 & 2 CSA C22.1-1990 or LATEST EDITION (for  
Electrical Connections) as well as, local codes and  
ordinances, and must be done by a qualified technician.  
Check the electric service phase sequence. While the dryer  
is operating, check to see if the tumbler is rotating in the  
proper direction. Looking from the front, the tumbler should  
spin in the clockwise direction. If so, the phasing is correct.  
If the phasing is incorrect, reverse 2 leads at connections  
L1, L2, or L3 of power supply to the dryer.  
NOTE: Undersized gas piping will result in ignition  
problems and slow drying and can create a safety  
hazard.  
Description of Parts _________________  
Control Panel (Microprocessor)  
The dryer must be connected to the type of gas (natural or  
L.P.) indicated on the dryer data label. If this information  
does not agree with the type of gas available, contact the  
reseller who sold the dryer or contact the factory.  
Lifting the control door will reveal the control panel  
assembly. Opening the control panel will allow access to  
the major components, which include the microprocessor  
computer board and the keypad.  
The gas input ratings shown on the dryer data label are for  
elevations up to 2,000 feet (610 meters), unless elevation  
requirements of over 2,000 feet (610 meters) were  
specified at the time the dryer order was placed with the  
factory. The adjustment for dryers in the field for elevations  
over 2,000 feet (610 meters) are made by changing the  
burner orifices. If this adjustment is necessary, contact the  
reseller who sold the dryer or contact the factory.  
NOTE: Any burner changes must be made by a qualified  
technician.  
Operational Service Check Procedure  
Turn on electric power to the dryer.  
To start dryer:  
Display will read “READY.”  
Press “E” on the keypad of microprocessor controller  
(computer).  
The dryer will start to run.  
NOTE: Pressing keypad selections “A,” “B,” “C,” “D,” or  
“F” will also start the dryer. Six preprogrammed drying  
cycles (A through F) have been stored in the computer’s  
memory. (Refer to the computer operator’s manual for  
details.)  
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Reversing Relay Panel  
Lifting the control door will reveal the reversing relay box.  
Located on the back of the relay box is the reversing relay  
panel. Included on this panel is a 4-position terminal block,  
blower overload, blower contactor, reversing contactor, 24  
VAC transformer, fuse or circuit breaker, ground lug, and  
possibly an arc suppressor board.  
NOTE: With the dryer off or no air supply to the damper  
piston, the damper is in the cool down mode.  
Steam Coil pH Level  
NOTE: The normal pH level for copper type steam coils  
must be maintained between a value of 8.5 to 9.5. For  
steel type steam coils the pH level must be maintained  
between a value of 9.5 to 10.5. These limits are set to  
limit the acid attack of the steam coils.  
IMPORTANT: Coil failure due to improper pH level will  
void the warranty.  
Gas Burner Assembly  
Gas heated dryers are equipped with a gas burner assembly  
consisting of 3 burner tubes, a gas valve, an ignitor, a flame  
sensor, a sail switch, a hi-limit thermostat, and an ignition  
control module. The inlet piping enters through the rear of  
the dryer on the left-hand side (viewing from the front) and  
runs to the front of the dryer where the gas valve is located.  
Steam Damper Actuator System  
The steam damper actuator system consists of a hinged  
damper plate, pneumatic piston, and a 24 volt solenoid  
valve with a needle valve to control the speed of the piston  
actuation.  
Drive Motor  
The T.E.F.C. drive motor is located in the rear right corner  
(viewing from front) behind the front panel of the dryer. It  
sits on an adjustable base so the motor can be easily  
adjusted to the left or right, up or down, forward or backward.  
Steam Coil and Damper System  
The steam coil is constantly charged, thereby eliminating  
repeated expansion and contraction and also provide  
instant heating to start the drying process. The steam  
damper, located on top of the steam coil, is the only  
temperature controlling device in this system. When the  
steam damper is open, ambient air is drawn through the  
coil providing heat to the dryer. When the steam damper is  
closed, ambient air is drawn directly into the tumbler,  
bypassing the coil, allowing a rapid cool down.  
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Drive Shaft Assembly  
Main Door Switch  
(Viewing from the front of the dryer)  
The main door switch is mounted to the front panel behind  
the main door. When the main door opens, the switch will  
also open, preventing the dryer from operating. The main  
door switch is a safety device and should never be disabled.  
Behind front panel on the right side of the dryer, you can  
view the drive shaft assembly, which consists of a 9-inch  
(22.86 cm) drive pulley, two 6-inch (15.24 cm) wheels, and  
two 1-inch (2.54 cm) pillow block bearings.  
Idler Shaft Assembly  
(Viewing from the front of the dryer)  
Behind the front panel on the left side of the dryer you will  
view the idler shaft assembly, which consists of one 6-inch  
(15.24 cm) wheel, and two 1-inch (2.54 cm) pillow block  
bearings.  
Sail Switch (Gas Models Only)  
The sail switch is located on the front of the burner box. A  
sail switch consists of a round damper plate on a lever  
arm, which is in contact with an electric switch. When the  
fan/blower comes on, it draws air through the gas burner.  
This creates a negative pressure inside the burner box,  
and this negative pressure pulls in the round damper and  
activates the sail switch.  
Tumbler  
The tumbler consists of a tumbler, which has 4 ribs and 4  
removable perforated panels, which are mounted to the rib  
sections of the tumbler with 1/4-20 x 1/4” socket button  
head screws.  
Burner Hi-Limit  
(Gas Models Only)  
The hi-limit thermostat is  
a disc-type thermostat  
set at 330º F (166º C) and  
located near the burner.  
If the burner flame gets  
too hot, this thermostat  
will shut off the burner.  
This is generally caused  
by low airflow through the  
dryer.  
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Temperature Sensor Bracket  
Servicing _____________________________  
Introduction  
All electrical and mechanical service or repairs should be  
made with the electrical power to the dryer disconnected  
(power off).  
This is located inside the dryer in the lint compartment  
above the lint screen. This bracket consists of 2 devices.  
One is a temperature sensor probe and the other is a high  
limit thermostat, which is set at 225º F (107º C).  
WARNING: Personal injury could result.  
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The information provided in this section should not be  
misconstrued as a device for use by an untrained person  
making repairs. Service work should be performed by  
competent technicians in accordance with local, state, and  
federal codes. When contacting the factory for assistance,  
always have the dryer model and serial numbers available.  
CAUTION: Observe all safety precautions  
displayed on the dryer or specified in this  
manual before and while making repairs.  
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Before considering replacement, make sure that all  
connectors are in place and making proper contact.  
Lint Screen  
The lint screen is located in the front of the dryer in the lint  
coop assembly. To clean the lint off the screen simply  
brush the screen clean. The lint screen must be kept clean  
in order for the dryer to operate properly and efficiently.  
Inspect the screen for tears and replace as needed.  
Computer Controls  
Microprocessor Computer Board Replacement  
Discontinue electrical power to the dryer.  
Unplug keypad ribbon from rear of the computer.  
Unplug all wiring harnesses connected to the computer  
board.  
Lint Drawer Switch  
The lint drawer switch is located in the lint compartment  
and attached to the side of the lint coop. The lint door  
switch ensures that the dryer will operate only when the lint  
drawer is completely closed. This is a safety device and  
should never be disabled.  
Remove the 2 screws securing the computer to the  
computer panel. Remove the computer by pulling the other  
2 corners off the clinch studs.  
Install new computer by reversing this procedure.  
Keypad Label Assembly Replacement  
Discontinue electrical power to the dryer.  
Unplug keypad ribbon from rear of the microprocessor  
computer.  
Slowly peel off and remove keypad label assembly from  
control panel.  
Peel paper backing off new keypad label assembly.  
Holding the new keypad label assembly close to the panel,  
insert the keypad ribbon through the rectangular slot in the  
control panel. Align label assembly into position by  
matching the red viewing window on the label to the  
rectangular cutout in the panel and gently press into place.  
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Connect keypad ribbon to the computer.  
Reestablish electrical power to the dryer.  
The flame-probe, ignitor probe, and ground rod are all on  
the same line of axis.  
There should be a 1/8” gap (+/- 1/32) between the ignitor  
probe and ground rod.  
Microprocessor Temperature  
Sensor Probe Replacement  
Do not wrap the red high voltage wire and flame-probe  
wire together. (Improper operation may result.) They may  
run along side each other.  
Discontinue electrical power to the dryer.  
Remove perforated panel from tumbler.  
Remove microprocessor sensor bracket assembly from  
dryer.  
Hot Surface Ignitor  
Discontinue electrical power to the dryer.  
Disconnect sensor bracket harness connector.  
Disconnect the hot surface ignitor wires from S1 and ground  
(GND) on the HSI module.  
Loosen the 2 Phillips head screws, which secure bracket  
assembly to dryer and remove bracket from dryer.  
Disassemble hot surface ignitor probe from burner by  
removing the one self-tapping screw.  
NOTE: Do not remove screws.  
Reverse procedure for installation of new hot surface ignitor.  
Disassemble sensor probe from bracket assembly by  
removing the top push-on fastener securing the probe from  
bracket. Use a small screwdriver to slowly pry the fastener  
off.  
NOTE: Do not wrap the hot surface ignitor wires and the  
flame electrode wire together. Improper operation may  
result. They may run alongside each other.  
Disconnect the 2 “orange” wires from the high heat (225º F  
[107º C]) thermostat, and remove modular bracket  
connector, wires, and probe from bracket assembly.  
Reestablish electrical power to the dryer.  
Gas Valve Replacement  
Install new sensor probe assembly by reversing procedure.  
Reestablish electrical power to the dryer.  
Discontinue electrical power to the dryer.  
Close shutoff valves in gas supply line.  
Disconnect gas valve wiring.  
NOTE: If, when electrical power is reestablished, the  
microprocessor computer L.E.D. display reads “TEMP  
SENSOR FAIL CHECK TEMP SENSOR FUSE,” check for  
a loose connection in the wiring.  
NOTE: Identify location of each wire for correct  
reinstallation.  
To Replace Spark Ignitor and Flame Probe  
Discontinue power to the dryer.  
Break union connection before gas valve.  
Disconnect high voltage connector and flame-probe  
connection from ignitor.  
Loosen and remove 4 screws securing pipe brackets to  
burner.  
Disassemble ignitor from burner by removing the 2  
self-tapping screws.  
Remove valve and manifold assembly from dryer.  
Remove valve mounting bracket, manifold and piping from  
gas valve.  
Reverse procedure for installing the new ignitor probe.  
Reverse procedure for installing new gas valve.  
NOTE: Before reestablishing power to the dryer, visually  
check the following: (refer to the illustration).  
WARNING: Test all connections for leaks by  
brushing on a soapy water solution.  
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NEVER TEST FOR LEAKS WITH A FLAME!!!  
Main Burner Orifices Replacement  
Refer to “To Replace Gas Valve” and follow steps.  
Unscrew main burner orifices and replace.  
NOTE: Use extreme care when removing and replacing  
orifices. These orifices are made of brass and are easily  
damaged.  
Reverse the removal procedure for reinstalling.  
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WARNING: Test all connections for leaks by  
Ignition Module Replacement  
brushing on a soapy water solution.  
Discontinue electrical power to the dryer.  
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NEVER TEST FOR LEAKS WITH A FLAME!!!  
Remove the wires connected to the terminal strip at the  
bottom of the module. (Mark correct location of each wire  
to aid in replacement on new module).  
To Convert Natural Gas to L.P. Gas  
Remove the 2 pal nuts securing the module to the mounting  
bracket.  
NOTE: All dryers are sold as natural gas, unless  
otherwise specified at the time the dryer order was  
placed. For L.P. gas the dryer must be converted as  
follows.  
Replace module by reversing procedure.  
Reestablish electrical power to the dryer.  
Refer to “Replace Gas Valve” and follow steps.  
For models with 3/4” White-Rodgers gas valve  
• Remove top vent cap.  
• Insert spring and pin.  
• Replace vent cap.  
Unscrew main burner orifices and replace with L.P. orifices.  
NOTE: Use extreme care when removing orifices. They  
are made of brass and are easily damaged.  
Reverse the procedure for reinstalling valve assembly to  
the dryer.  
WARNING: Test all connections for leaks by  
brushing on a soapy water solution.  
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NEVER TEST FOR LEAKS WITH A FLAME!!!  
Thermostats  
Burner Hi-Limit (330º F [166º C]) Thermostat  
Replacement (Gas Models Only)  
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.  
Discontinue electrical power to the dryer.  
Disconnect wires from hi-limit thermostat.  
Burner Tubes Replacement  
Remove the 2 screws, washers and nuts securing  
thermostat to the bracket. Remove thermostat.  
Refer to “Replace Gas Valve” and follow steps.  
Remove 4 screws securing the ignition module mounting  
bracket.  
Reversing procedure for installing new thermostat.  
Reestablish electrical power to the dryer.  
Remove front flanges of the burner tubes to the burner  
tube rest.  
Remove the screws securing the burner tube rest to the  
oven and remove this rest.  
Remove screws securing burner box cover plate to the  
oven and remove the cover.  
Remove burner tubes by sliding them out.  
Replace by reversing procedure.  
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Tumbler Hi-Limit Thermostat  
(225º F [107º C]) Replacement  
Sail Switch Adjustment  
With the dryer operating at a high temperature setting, pull  
the sail switch away from the burner. The sail switch should  
open and extinguish the burner. Let the sail switch damper  
return to the burner wall. The sail switch should close to  
restart the burner ignition cycle. If the sail switch circuit  
does not operate as described, bend the actuator arm of  
the sail switch accordingly until proper operation is  
achieved. To check proper “open” position of sail switch,  
open main door, manually depress main door switch and  
start dryer. With the main door open and the dryer operating,  
the sail switch should be open, and the burner should not  
come on.  
Disconnect electrical power to the dryer.  
Open lint door.  
Locate sensor bracket assembly, remove the 2 nuts  
securing bracket assembly to the tumbler wrapper.  
Remove bracket assembly by slightly sliding bracket toward  
the rear of the dryer and to the left.  
Disconnect sensor bracket harness connector and remove  
bracket assembly from dryer.  
Disconnect the 2 “orange” wires from the thermostat.  
Disassemble thermostat from bracket assembly by  
removing the 2 mounting screws, washers and nuts.  
Steam Damper Actuator System  
Service and Replacement  
Steam Damper Cylinder or Piston Replacement  
Disconnect compressed air supply from the dryer.  
Disconnect tubing from the piston.  
Reverse this procedure for installing a hi-heat protector  
thermostat.  
Reestablish electrical power to the dryer.  
Remove the spring clip from clevis pin then slide out the  
clevis pin.  
Remove the steam damper cylinder (piston).  
To install new steam damper cylinder (piston), reverse  
above procedure.  
Steam Solenoid Valve Replacement  
Disconnect compressed air supply from the dryer.  
Discontinue electrical service to the dryer.  
Disconnect wires in junction box.  
Remove tubing from the inlet side of the valve.  
Remove the valve from the bracket.  
Unscrew the valve from the outlet side.  
To install new steam solenoid valve, reverse above  
procedure.  
Sail Switch Assembly (Gas Models Only)  
Sail Switch Replacement  
Needle Valve Replacement  
Discontinue electrical power to the dryer.  
Disconnect compressed air supply from the dryer.  
Remove tubing from the valve.  
Remove the 2 screws, which hold the sail switch box cover  
to sail switch box.  
Disconnect the 2 wires from the switch.  
Unscrew needle valve from the solenoid valve.  
To install new needle valve, reverse above procedure.  
Disassemble sail switch from mounting bracket by  
removing the 2 screws securing switch in place.  
Reverse this procedure for installing new sail switch. Adjust  
sail switch as described in the next section.  
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Steam Coil Replacement  
WARNING: The 1/2” plug must be closed before  
attempting to apply any steam pressure.  
Discontinue electrical service to the dryer.  
Disconnect compressed air supply from the dryer.  
!
Slowly open the return line then slowly open the supply  
line.  
Shut off all steam supply lines and steam return valves  
that feed the steam coil.  
Wait a sufficient amount of time until all of the steam lines  
and the steam coil is cool.  
Open 1/2” plug on the return line to bleed off any residual  
steam pressure.  
CAUTION: Make certain that the entire steam  
system (coil, lines, valves, etc.) are cooled to  
avoid hot steam escaping and to avoid  
personal injury.  
!
Remove steam coil damper cylinder (piston).  
Remove the steam coil damper by unbolting from its hinges.  
Disconnect steam supply lines and steam return lines at  
the unions.  
Front Panel and Main Door Assemblies  
Main Door Switch Replacement  
Discontinue electrical power to the dryer.  
Open main door.  
Remove the 2 Phillips head screws holding the main door  
switch bracket assembly in place.  
Disconnect wiring from switch assembly.  
Reverse this procedure for installing new door switch  
assembly.  
Reestablish electrical power to the dryer.  
IMPORTANT: Under no circumstances should the door  
switch be disabled.  
Remove the remaining piping from the steam coil.  
Remove all of the panels surrounding the steam coil.  
Unbolt the steam coil and remove.  
WARNING: The steam coil is heavy. A crane  
may be needed to remove (and install) the  
steam coil.  
!
Remove the steam coil damper hinges from the old coil  
and install them on the new steam coil.  
Hoist the new steam coil into place and bolt down.  
Replace all of the panels removed.  
Reinstall all of the piping removed from the old steam coil.  
NOTE: Thread sealant certified for steam piping must be  
applied to the threads.  
Reconnect all of the piping (supply lines and return lines)  
disconnected.  
Reinstall steam damper cylinder (piston) removed.  
Reestablish electrical service to the dryer.  
Close the 1/2” plug, which was opened.  
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Main Door Assembly Replacement  
IMPORTANT: When pulling the front panel off, the door  
switch harness in the upper right hand corner must be  
unplugged.  
Open main door.  
Holding the door upward remove the 2 screws from the top  
hinge block.  
NOTE: The main door assembly can be removed to  
make the panel removal easier. Refer to “Replace Main  
Door Assembly” directions.  
Lift the door up to remove.  
Reverse this procedure for reinstalling new main door  
assembly.  
Reinstall the new front panel by reversing the first step  
through the fourth step.  
To Install New Main Door Glass  
Reestablish electrical power to the dryer.  
Remove main door assembly from dryer (follow main door  
removal procedure).  
Pulleys  
Lay main door on flat surface with the back of the door  
facing down.  
Drive Shaft Pulley Replacement  
Discontinue electrical power to the dryer.  
Remove rear belt guard.  
Remove the 4 #10-32 acorn nuts securing the glass to the  
door.  
Loosen V-belts. Rotate pulley and roll V-belts out of  
grooves.  
Remove glass and clean all old sealant off main door.  
This area must be clean for correct bonding.  
Remove setscrew from the 9-inch (22.86 cm) pulley.  
Remove pulley and key.  
Place a bead of silicone around the edge door and lightly  
press glass into place.  
Reinstall the 4 #10-32 acorn nuts that were removed.  
NOTE: A gear puller may be required to remove pulley.  
Reverse this procedure for replacement.  
IMPORTANT: Do not press hard or silicone thickness  
between the glass and door will be reduced, resulting in  
poor bonding.  
NOTE: Pulley must be aligned for proper operation.  
The door assembly should now be put in an area where it  
will not be disturbed for at least 24 hours. Depending on  
the conditions, the curing time of this adhesive is 24 to 48  
hours.  
After the curing period, install main door on dryer by  
reversing the first step.  
Drive Motor Pulley Replacement  
Discontinue electrical power to the dryer.  
Remove rear belt guard.  
Loosen V-belts. Rotate pulley and roll V-belt out of groove.  
Remove setscrew from the drive motor pulley.  
Remove pulley and key.  
Front Panel Replacement  
Discontinue electrical power to the dryer.  
Remove bottom lint drawer assembly.  
Remove the screws securing the front panel to the dryer.  
NOTE: A gear puller may be required to remove pulley.  
Reverse this procedure for replacement.  
NOTE: Pulleys must be aligned for proper operation.  
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Disconnect the 2 door switch wires located behind the front  
panel.  
Remove the front panel.  
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Tumbler Wheel Replacement  
on Drive Assembly  
Discontinue electrical power to the dryer.  
Remove front panel from dryer. (Follow front panel  
Remove the 10 1/4-20 x 1/4” socket button head screws  
from the perforated basket side.  
Remove wrapper assembly.  
Loosen V-belt. Rotate pulley and V-belt out of the groove.  
Block the tumbler assembly in position.  
Remove the setscrew from the 9-inch (22.86 cm) pulley.  
Remove the pulley and key.  
IMPORTANT: Tighten screws evenly and progressively.  
Never allow the sheave to be drawn in contact with the  
flange of the bushing. This gap should measure from  
1/8” to 1/4”. Proper cap screw torque is 30 ft-lb (41 Nm).  
If greater tightening forces are applied, excess pressure  
will be created in the hub of the mounted sheave, which  
may cause it to crack.  
Mark the position of pillow block bearing then remove the  
bolts from the pillow block bearings.  
Remove the drive shaft assembly through the front of the  
machine.  
Tumbler Wheel Replacement  
on Idler Assembly  
NOTE: A gear pulley may be required to remove the  
pulley.  
Disconnect electrical power to the dryer.  
Remove cap screws from bushing.  
Remove the front panel from the dryer. (Follow front panel  
replacement directions on page 14.)  
Insert cap screws in the tapped removal holes and tighten  
evenly until bushing becomes loose on shaft.  
Remove the 10 1/4-20 x 1/4” socket button head screws  
from the perforated basket side.  
Remove the bushing, tumbler wheel, and key.  
Reverse this procedure for replacement.  
Remove the wrapper assembly.  
Block the tumbler assembly in position.  
Mark the position of the pillow block bearings. Then remove  
the bolts from the pillow block bearing.  
Remove the idler shaft assembly through the front of the  
machine.  
Remove the cap screws from bushing.  
Insert cap screws in the tapped removal holes and tighten  
evenly until bushing becomes loose on shaft.  
Remove the bushing, tumbler wheel, and key.  
Reverse this procedure for replacement.  
Basket Assembly Adjustment  
NOTE: Dryer must be level prior to tumbler alignment.  
Discontinue electrical power to the dryer.  
Remove the perforated tumbler panel.  
Remove wrapper panel to access the drive and idler shaft.  
Place a level on the shafts to verify if level.  
Measure distance between tumbler and wrapper 1/2” to  
3/4” gap should be derived.  
Loosen the 8 bolts on the pillow block bearings and turn  
the adjustment screw clockwise or counterclockwise to  
increase or decrease the gap between the tumbler and  
wrapper.  
Measure the length of the adjustment bolts and all should  
be equal.  
Place a level on the shaft to verify it is level if any adjustment  
has been made.  
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Check the basket drive belt for proper tension. Adjust if  
necessary.  
Replace the wrapper panels.  
Replace the perforated tumbler panel.  
1-15/16 (5 cm) Flange Bearing  
Replacement  
Disconnect electrical power to the dryer.  
Remove the 4 bolts securing the bearing cap located in the  
rear of the dryer. And remove.  
Depress the tabs on the rotational sensor harness plug  
and pull apart.  
Remove the retaining ring from the tumbler shaft.  
Remove the 4 bolts, lock washers and flat washers  
securing the flange bearing to the dryer cabinet.  
Depress the tabs on the rotational sensor harness plug  
and pull apart, then remove the sensor switch.  
Loosen the setscrews from the flange bearing.  
To install a new sensor switch, connect the plug of the new  
sensor switch to the sensor harness.  
Remove the flange bearing from the tumbler shaft. (A  
bearing puller may be necessary.)  
Place one adjustment nut onto the sensor switch and insert  
into the bearing cap.  
To replace new flange bearing reverse steps.  
Reestablish electrical power to the dryer.  
Place the second adjustment nut on but do not tighten.  
The magnet on the flange bearing and the sensor switch  
must be in a horizontal line to one another.  
4-inch Support Wheel Replacement  
Disconnect electrical power to the dryer  
The gap between the magnet and the sensor switch must  
be 1/8-inch.  
Remove the four nuts securing the rear support box to the  
dryer.  
Tighten the adjustment nuts installed.  
Reestablish electrical power to the dryer.  
Remove the center allen head bolt and teflon washer.  
Loosen the individual wheel bolts so the rear of the box  
can be removed.  
Idler Shaft Pillow Block  
Bearing Replacement  
Refer to tumbler wheel replacement on idler assembly  
Remove the damaged wheel.  
Replace with new wheel.  
Reverse steps to replace support box.  
Complete all the steps.  
Remove both setscrews from each pillow block bearing.  
Remove pillow block bearing from shaft.  
Reverse this procedure for replacement.  
NOTE: make sure inner teflon disc does not fall off of  
center allen head bolt.  
Rotational Sensor Assembly  
NOTE: Once the shaft assembly has been installed into  
dryer, return pillow block bearings to the marked position  
and tighten setscrews.  
The rotational sensor assembly is located in the rear of  
the dryer. It consists of a magnet. Rotational sensor switch,  
which is mounted to the bearing cap. The magnet is  
screwed into the 1-15/16” (5 cm) flange bearing on  
machines made with a bearing or directly attached to the  
shaft on machines made with 4-inch (10.16 cm) shaft  
support rollers.  
Refer to basket assembly section page 15 for shaft and  
basket alignment.  
Drive Assembly Pillow Block  
Bearing Replacement  
Refer to tumbler wheel replacement on drive assembly  
The magnetic rotational sensor switch senses the rotation  
of the tumbler. If the gap between the sensor switch and  
the magnet is greater than a preset amount or if the tumbler  
stops turning, then the dryer will shut down on “SEFL”  
(“rotational sensor failure”).  
Complete all the steps.  
Remove both setscrews from each pillow block bearing.  
Remove pillow block bearings from shaft.  
Reverse this procedure for replacement.  
Rotational Sensor Switch Replacement  
Discontinue electrical power to the dryer.  
Remove the bearing cap from the dryer.  
Remove the adjustment nut from the bearing cap.  
NOTE: Once the shaft assembly has been installed into  
dryer, return pillow block bearing to the marked position  
and tighten setscrews.  
Remove the magnetic rotational sensor switch from the  
bearing cap.  
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basket alignment.  
V-Belt Adjustment (Motor to Drive Axle)  
Discontinue electrical power to the dryer.  
Remove the belt guard cover from the rear of the dryer.  
Loosen the 4 bolts holding the drive motor mount to the  
side of the dryer.  
Loosen the jam nuts on the adjustment screw on the top of  
the motor mount.  
Turn the adjustment screw to lower the motor mount (to  
tighten the belts) or raise the motor mount (to loosen the  
belts.)  
Check the vertical plane of the motor and idler pulleys for  
parallel adjustment.  
If realignment is required, loosen motor pulley and bushing,  
and move motor pulley to proper position.  
Retighten motor mount bolts and jam nuts.  
Reestablish electrical power to the dryer.  
Motorized Impellor (Blower) Replacement  
Discontinue electrical power to the dryer.  
Remove lint draw.  
Drive Motor V-Belts Replacement  
Remove the perforated panel inside the tumbler.  
Remove the bolts securing the inlet cone.  
Remove the inlet cone.  
Discontinue electrical power to the dryer.  
Remove the belt guard cover from the rear of the dryer.  
Loosen tension on V-belt so that it can easily be rolled off  
pulley. This can be done by loosening the 4 bolts holding  
the motor to the side of the dryer, as well as the adjustment  
bolt on top.  
Remove the bolts securing the motor plate to the dryer  
cabinet.  
Remove the motorized impellor along with the motor plate.  
Replace V-belt.  
Retighten V-belt and adjust tension and alignment per  
previous instructions.  
Motors  
Drive Motor Replacement  
Discontinue electrical power to the dryer.  
Remove the belt guard cover from the rear of the dryer.  
Remove drive belt.  
Disconnect wiring harness from motor.  
Remove bolts holding motor to mount and replace with  
new motor. Do not tighten bolts.  
Remove pulley from old motor and install on new motor.  
By removing the setscrew from the drive motor pulley.  
NOTE: A gear puller may be required to remove pulley.  
Align motor pulley with drive assembly pulley and tighten  
setscrew holding motor pulley.  
NOTE: The motorized impellor assembly will not be  
able to be removed due to the wiring harness still  
connected.  
Replace belts and adjust belt tension.  
Retighten bolts.  
Reestablish electrical power to the dryer.  
Disconnect the wiring harness from motor.  
Remove the motor plate from the motorized impellor and  
install it on the new motor.  
Reconnect the wiring harness to the motor.  
To replace new motorized impellor assembly, reverse steps.  
Reestablish electrical power to the dryer.  
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Lint Door Switch Replacement  
Discontinue electrical power to the dryer.  
Remove the lint door panel. (For the ML-122.)  
Remove the front panel. (For the ML-96.)  
No L.E.D. display on microprocessor  
controller (computer)...  
Open circuit breaker switch or blown fuse.  
Tripped blower motor overload.  
Faulty wiring connection.  
Disconnect both 4-pin connectors at the rear of the lint  
switch cover.  
Faulty transformer.  
Remove the 2 screws holding the lint switch cover on.  
“Emergency Stop” (E-Stop) button is depressed.  
Faulty microprocessor controller (computer).  
Remove the lint switch cover and disconnect the 2 terminals  
of the switch.  
Remove switch by pressing tabs together and pushing  
switch out.  
Computer will not accept keypad entries...  
Keypad ribbon is not plugged into computer securely.  
Faulty keypad.  
Install new switch by reversing these procedures.  
Faulty microprocessor controller (computer).  
Dryer will not start, but computer  
L.E.D. indicators are on...  
Failed contactors.  
Failed arc suppressor board.  
Failed microprocessor controller (computer).  
Failed motors.  
Blower motor runs, burner is on,  
but tumbler will not turn...  
Broken, damaged or loose V-belt.  
Damaged or misadjusted drive wheels.  
Loose or broken pulley.  
Dryer operates but is taking  
too long to dry...  
Troubleshooting _____________________  
IMPORTANT: You must disconnect and lockout the  
electric supply and the gas supply or the steam supply  
before any covers or guards are removed from the  
machine to allow access for cleaning, adjusting,  
installation, or testing of any equipment per OSHA  
standards.  
Improperly programmed microprocessor controller  
(computer).  
An inadequate exhaust ductwork system.  
Restriction in exhaust system.  
Insufficient make-up air.  
Dirty or clogged lint screen.  
The information provided will help isolate the most  
probable component(s) associated with the difficulty  
described. The experienced technician realizes, however,  
that a loose connection or broken/shorted wire may be at  
fault where electrical components are concerned...and not  
necessarily the suspected component itself.  
Washing machine extractors are not performing properly.  
The supply gas may have a low heating value, check with  
local gas supplier.  
Failed temperature sensor (temperature calibration is  
incorrect).  
IMPORTANT: When replacing blown fuses, the  
replacement must be of the exact rating as the fuse  
being replaced. The information provided should not be  
misconstrued as a handbook for use by an untrained  
person in making repairs.  
Failed microprocessor controller (computer).  
Thermal overload for drive motor  
is tripping...  
Either an exceptionally low or high voltage supply.  
WARNING:All service and troubleshooting  
should be performed by a qualified  
professional or service agency.  
Motor bearing failure.  
!
Motor vents are blocked with lint.  
Failed motor.  
While making repairs, observe all safety precautions  
displayed on the dryer or specified in this manual.  
Failed overload.  
Insufficient make-up air.  
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Overload for impellor (fan) motor  
is tripping...  
Phase 6 OPL System Diagnostics ___  
IMPORTANT: You must disconnect and lockout the  
electric supply and the gas supply or the steam supply  
before any covers or guards are removed from the  
machine to allow access for cleaning, adjusting,  
installation, or testing of any equipment per OSHA  
standards.  
Either an exceptionally low or high voltage supply.  
Motor bearing failure.  
Motor vents are blocked with lint.  
Failed motor.  
Failed overload.  
All major circuits, including door, microprocessor  
temperature sensor, heat and motor circuits are monitored.  
The Phase 6 OPL microprocessor controller (computer)  
will inform the user, via the L.E.D. display of certain failure  
codes, along with indicators both in L.E.D. display and at  
the output of each relay (and door switch circuit) to easily  
identify failures.  
Out of balance impellor (fan).  
Insufficient make-up air.  
Burner hi-limit safety thermostat  
is tripping...  
Insufficient exhaust ductwork, size or restriction in exhaust  
system.  
Diagnostic (L.E.D. Display) Failure Codes  
SAIL SWITCH FAIL – This routine will prevent start up on  
the machine unless the sail switch is in the correct position.  
If the sail switch is closed prior to start up the display will  
read “SAIL SWITCH FAIL” along with an audio indication.  
Insufficient make-up air.  
Lint screen needs cleaning.  
Damaged impellor.  
No AIRFLOW – If the sail switch opens during cycle  
operation the display will read “No AIRFLOW” along with  
an audio indication. The machine will continue to run with  
no heat for 3 minutes or until the temperature drops below  
100º F (38º C). Upon failure the machine will shut down  
and display “No AIRFLOW” with an audio indication.  
L.E.D. display reads “Temp Sensor Failure  
Check Temp Sensor Fuse.” or “Open  
Exhaust Temperature Probe.”...  
Check 1/8-amp fuse on microprocessor controller  
(computer). (Phase 6 units only.)  
bURNER SAFETY FAIL – Routine monitors the temperature  
above the burner. If the burner hi-limit switch opens the  
display will read “bURNER SAFETY FAIL.” The machine  
will run with no heat for 3 minutes or until the temperature  
drops below 100º F (38º C). Upon failure the machine will  
shut down and display “bURNER SAFETY FAIL” with an  
audio indication.  
Faulty microprocessor controller (computer) temperature  
sensor probe.  
Open circuit or short in either one of two wires leading from  
the sensor probe to the computer...  
Faulty microprocessor controller (computer).  
dRUM SAFETY FAIL – This routine monitors the tumbler  
temperature if the tumbler hi-limit switch opens prior or  
during the cycle while the heat was on the machine will  
display “dRUM SAFETY FAIL.” The machine will continue  
to run with no heat for 3 minutes or until the temperature  
drops below 100º F (38º C). Upon failure the machine will  
shut down and display “dRUM SAFETY FAIL” with an audio  
indication.  
Dryer does not start.  
Display reads “main door” or “lint door”  
with an audio indication...  
Main door is open.  
Lint drawer is open.  
Faulty main door or lint door switch.  
No HEAT – This routine monitors the burner ignition. If the  
burner misignites (does not light) the ignition module will  
check to see of the microprocessor program has any retries  
left. The standard retry count is 2. If the module notices  
that there are retries left it will purge for 1 minute then try to  
ignite the burner again. The ignition module will try this for  
a total of 3 times or until there are no retries left. If the  
burner does not ignite after 3 attempts the L.E.D. display  
will display the error code “no heat” with an audio indication.  
When this occurs the machine will run with no heat for 3  
minutes or until the temperature drops below 100º F  
(38º C).  
Open circuit in either main door or lint drawer switch  
harnesses.  
Faulty 24 VAC transformer.  
There is excessive vibration coming  
from the tumbler...  
Tumbler is out of adjustment.  
Drive shaft or idler shaft is out of alignment.  
Faulty pillow block bearing or 4-inch (10.16 cm) rear wheel.  
Faulty tumbler wheel.  
IMPORTANT: For other countries, such as Australia, the  
retry count may not apply due to local approvals.  
Drive motor and shaft not aligned.  
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bURNER CONTROL FAIL – This routine monitors the ignition  
control’s gas valve output response. If the valve output  
signal is not present from the ignition control within the  
valve time limits the Phase 6 microprocessor controller  
(computer) determines the ignition control has failed. If  
this occurs when the cycle is active the machine will display  
“bURNER CONTROL FAIL.” If the tumbler temperature is  
above 100º F (38º C) the machine will continue to display  
“bURNER CONTROL FAIL.” The machine will run with no  
heat for 3 minutes or until the temperature drops below  
100º F (38º C). If the tumbler temperature is below 100º F  
(38º C) upon failure the machine will shut down and display  
“bURNER CONTROL FAIL” with an audio indication.  
ROTATE SENSOR FAIL – Indicates a rotational sensor circuit  
failure meaning that there is a fault somewhere in the  
tumbler rotating circuit, or the Phase 6 OPL microprocessor  
controller (computer) program related to this circuit  
(program location 2) is set incorrectly. In the active mode it  
should be (ROTATE SENSOR ACTIVE), if the dryer is not  
equipped with the optional rotational sensor it should be  
set in the nonactive mode (No ROTATE SENSOR).  
NOTE: RPM – This routine monitors the timing response  
from the existing rotational sensor input and derives a  
RPM measurement. To display this RPM measurement  
(press the “ENTER/START” key once and release, then  
press the “ENTER/START” key a second time and hold.  
This will display the RPM measurement). The rotational  
sensor must be active for operation of this feature.  
bURNER FLAME FAIL – This routine allows 2 flame out  
retries to occur before proceeding into the error. The count  
of 2 will be established every time the call for heat was to  
occur. Only if it reaches the count of 2 before the tumbler  
temperature has reached the set temperature will this error  
be triggered. The machine will run with no heat for  
3 minutes or until the temperature drops below 100º F  
(38º C). If the tumbler temperature is below 100º F (38º C)  
upon failure, the machine will shut down and display  
“bURNER FLAME FAIL” with an audio indication. This  
process will occur every time the heat output is active.  
CHECK MAIN FUSE – Indicates that the circuit fuse  
protection, which is located on the back side of the Phase  
6 microprocessor controller (computer) the display would  
read “CHECK MAIN FUSE.” If the display continues after  
the fuse has been replaced then it is the fault of the Phase  
6 microprocessor controller (computer).  
L.E.D. Display Indicators  
MAIN DOOR – This monitors the door circuit. If the machine  
was not active and the main door was opened the display  
would read “REAdY. If a program attempt was made with  
the main doors open the display will read “MAIN dOOR”  
with an audio indication. If the machine is active and the  
main door was opened the display would read “MAIN  
dOOR” with no audio indication and the dryer will shut down.  
Once the main door has closed the display would read  
“PRESS START” press the “ENTER/START” key and it will  
continue the programmed cycle.  
The L.E.D. indicator dots located on the top portion of the  
display indicates various Phase 6 OPL computer output  
functions while a cycle is in progress. These indicator  
dots (as shown in the illustration below) do not necessarily  
mean that the outputs are functioning. They are only  
indicating that the function output should be active (on).  
L.E.D. Display Indicator Number 1  
LINT dOOR – This monitors the lint drawer and door circuit.  
If the machine was not active and the lint drawer and door  
was opened the display would read “REAdY. If a program  
attempt was made with the lint drawer and door open the  
display would read “LINT dOOR” with an audio indication.  
If the machine is active and the lint drawer and door was  
opened the display would read “LINT dOOR” with no audio  
indication and the dryer will shut down. Once the lint door  
was closed the display would read “PRESS START” press  
the “ENTER/START” key and it will continue the  
programmed cycle.  
For Optional Reversing Models: This indicator dot is on  
when the drive (tumbler) motor is operating in the forward  
mode (clockwise direction).  
TEMP SENSOR FAIL CHECK TEMP SENSOR FUSE – This  
routine monitors the tumbler temperature. When the  
temperature sensor or fuse opens with the machine not  
active the display will read “TEMP SENSOR FAIL CHECK  
TEMP SENSOR FUSE” with an audio indication. If the  
machine was active at the time that the temperature sensor  
or fuse opened the display would read “TEMP SENSOR  
FAIL CHECK TEMP SENSOR FUSE.” The display will  
continue to read “TEMP SENSOR FAIL CHECK TEMP  
SENSOR FUSE” an audio indication will sound for  
approximately 5-seconds, every 30-seconds until the  
problem is corrected or the power to the dryer is  
disconnected (and the problem is corrected).  
L.E.D. Display Indicator Number 2  
For Optional Reversing Models: This indicator dot is on  
when the drive (tumbler) motor is operating in the reverse  
mode (counterclockwise direction).  
L.E.D. Display Indicator Number 3  
Heat Circuit Indicator: This indicator dot is on whenever  
the Phase 6 OPL microprocessor controller (computer) is  
calling for the heating circuit to be active (on).  
NOTE: Once the Phase 6 microprocessor controller  
(computer) detects a problem in the heat circuit, it  
updates every 30-seconds, so that if the problem was a  
loose connection in the circuit, which corrected itself, the  
“TEMP SENSOR FAIL CHECK TEMP SENSOR FUSE”  
condition would automatically be cancelled and the  
display will return to “REAdY.”  
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L.E.D. Display Indicator Number 4  
If the motor is not operating. The fan indicator dot and  
output L.E.D. are also on, then the problem (fault) is  
On Indicator: This indicator dot is on whenever a cycle is in  
progress. Additionally, when the Anti-Wrinkle program is  
active, the indicator dot will be on whenever the Phase 6  
OPL microprocessor controller (computer) is in the Guard  
On Time program.  
elsewhere (i.e., external of the Phase  
microprocessor controller [computer]).  
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“FOR” (FORWARD) Output L.E.D. Indicator  
(for optional reversing model ONLY)  
L.E.D. Display Indicator Number 5  
If the dryer is started and the blower motor is operating, but  
the drive (tumbler) motor is not, yet the Phase 6 OPL  
microprocessor controller (computer) display “FORWARD”  
indicator dot is on, the “FOR” (FORWARD) motor output  
L.E.D. is off; then the fault is the Phase 6 OPL  
microprocessor controller (computer) itself.  
Air Jet Circuit – OPTIONAL: This indicator dot is on at the  
end of the dryer cycle for approximately 60-seconds.  
Phase 6 OPL Microprocessor Controller  
(Computer) Relay Output L.E.D. Indicators  
If the drive tumbler motor is not operating and the forward  
indicator dot and output L.E.D. is on; then the problem (fault)  
is elsewhere (i.e., external of the Phase 6 OPL  
microprocessor controller [computer]).  
There are a series of 5 L.E.D. indicators (ORANGE LIGHTS)  
located at the backside of the Phase 6 OPL microprocessor  
controller (computer). These are identified or labeled (from  
top to bottom in the illustration below as: FAN-BLOWER,  
FOR-FORWARD, REV-REVERSE, AIR-AIR-JET, HT1-HEAT  
OUTPUT. There are a series of 7 L.E.D. indicators (red  
lights) FUSE-MAIN FUSE, LINT-LINT DOOR, MAIN-MAIN  
DOOR, DRUM-TUMBLER HI-LIMIT, SAIL-SAIL SWITCH,  
BURN-BURNER HI-LIMIT, FLAME-FLAME PROBE). The  
L.E.D. in the center of the board (red light) indicates power  
supplied to the Phase 6 OPL microprocessor controller  
(computer). These L.E.D.’s indicate the inputs and outputs  
of the Phase 6 OPL microprocessor (computer) as it  
monitors the safety circuits.  
“REV” (REVERSE) Output L.E.D. Indicator  
(for optional reversing models ONLY)  
If the dryer is started and the blower motor is operating but  
the drive tumbler motor is not, yet the Phase 6 OPL  
microprocessor controller (computer) displays “REVERSE”  
indicator dot is on but the “REV” (REVERSE) motor output  
L.E.D. is off; then the fault is of the Phase 6 OPL  
microprocessor controller (computer) itself.  
If the drive tumbler motor is not operating and reverse  
indicator dot and output L.E.D. is on; then the problem (fault)  
is elsewhere (i.e., external of the Phase 6 OPL  
microprocessor controller [computer]).  
“AIR” (AIR JET) Output L.E.D. Indicator – OPTIONAL  
“AIR” is on with the display dot at the end of the dry cycle  
once the display reads “dONE,” it is on for approximately  
60-seconds and the output L.E.D. indicator and the display  
dot go out. If the air jet does not energize it is not the fault  
of the Phase 6 OPL microprocessor controller (computer).  
If the output L.E.D. or dot do not go on it is the fault of the  
Phase 6 OPL microprocessor controller (computer).  
“HT1” (HEAT) Output L.E.D. Indicator  
If the dryer is started and there is “No Heat” yet the Phase  
6 OPL microprocessor controller (computer) display heat  
circuit indicator dot is on, but the “HT1” output L.E.D.  
indicator is off; then the fault is in the Phase 6 OPL  
microprocessor controller (computer) itself.  
If the dryer is started and there is “No Heat” yet both the  
Phase 6 OPL microprocessor controller (computer) display  
indicator dots and the “HT1” output L.E.D. indicator are on;  
then the problem (fault) is elsewhere (i.e., external of the  
Phase 6 OPL microprocessor controller [computer]).  
“FUSE” (MAIN FUSE) Input L.E.D. Indicator  
Should be on all the time (even if the dryer is not running).  
If the L.E.D. is not on; then the display will read “CHECK  
MAIN FUSE.” If the main fuse is good then the fault is on  
the Phase 6 microprocessor controller (computer).  
“FAN” (BLOWER) Output L.E.D. Indicator  
If the dryer is started and the blower motor is not operating,  
yet the Phase 6 OPL microprocessor controller (computer)  
display fan indicator dot and power supply input L.E.D. are  
on, but the fan output L.E.D. is off, then the fault is the  
Phase 6 OPL microprocessor controller (computer) itself.  
“LINT” (LINT DOOR) Input L.E.D. Indicator  
Should be on all the time (unless the lint door is opened  
then the “LINT” L.E.D. indicator will go out).  
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If the dryer is active (running) and the lint door is opened  
the “LINT” L.E.D. indicator will go out and the display will  
read “LINT dOOR.” The dryer will stop until the lint drawer  
has been closed, at which time the L.E.D. display will read  
“PRESS START. At this time, to resume the drying cycle  
press “ENTER/START” key.  
“POWER SUPPLY” Input L.E.D. Indicator  
Should be on at all times (even if the dryer is not running).  
The power supply L.E.D. output indicator will not be on if  
the power supply fuse to the Phase 6 OPL microprocessor  
is not present. If the power supply fuse is faulty the L.E.D.  
output will be off and there will be no display or keypad  
function. The “FUSE,” “LINT,” and “DRUM” output L.E.D.  
indicators will remain on.  
“MAIN” (MAIN DOOR) Input L.E.D. Indicator  
Should be on all the time (unless the lint door is open or  
the main door is opened then the “MAIN” L.E.D. indicator  
will go out).  
Phase 7 OPL System Diagnostics ___  
IMPORTANT: You must disconnect and lockout the  
electric supply and the gas supply or the steam supply  
before any covers or guards are removed from the  
machine to allow access for cleaning, adjusting,  
installation, or testing of any equipment per OSHA  
standards.  
If the dryer is active (running) and the main door is opened  
the “MAIN” L.E.D. indicator will go out and the display will  
read “MAIN dOOR.” The dryer will stop until the main door  
has been closed, at which time the L.E.D. display will read  
“PRESS START. At this time, to resume the drying cycle  
press “ENTER/START” key.  
All major circuits, including door, microprocessor  
temperature sensor, heat and motor circuits are monitored.  
The Phase 7 OPL microprocessor controller (computer)  
will inform the user, via the L.E.D. display of certain failure  
messages, along with L.E.D. indicators on the Input/Output  
board on the back panel of the front right control door.  
“DRUM” (TUMBLER HI-LIMIT) Input L.E.D. Indicator  
Should be on at all times (unless the tumbler hi-limit switch  
opens prior during the cycle while the heat was on the  
display would read “dRUM Safety FAIL”). The machine will  
run with no heat for 3 minutes or until the temperature  
drops below 100º F (38º C). Then the machine will shut  
down still displaying “dRUM SAFETY FAIL” with an audio  
indication.  
Diagnostic (L.E.D. Display) Fault Messages  
MAIN DOOR OPENED Amain door is open, when it should  
be closed.  
“SAIL” (SAIL SWITCH) Input L.E.D. Indicator  
EXHAUST HIGH TEMP FAULT – Indicates the temperature  
This routine will prevent start up on the machine unless  
the sail switch is in the correct position. If the sail switch is  
in the closed position prior to start, the “SAIL” output L.E.D.  
indicator will be off, the machine will not start and the display  
will read “SAIL SWITCH FAIL” along with an audio indication.  
in the tumbler is above 220º F (104º C).  
LINT ACCESS OPEN – Indicates the lint drawer is open  
and needs to be closed.  
EXHAUST HIGH LIMIT FAULT – Indicates the temperature  
disk in the exhaust has opened.  
If the sail switch opens during the cycle the “SAIL” output  
L.E.D. will go out and the display will read “NO AIRFLOW.”  
The machine will run with no heat for 3 minutes or until the  
temperature drops below 100º F (38º C). Then the machine  
will shut down still displaying “NO AIRFLOW” along with an  
audio indication.  
SAIL SWITCH CLOSED FAULT – Sail switch is closed and  
should be opened.  
SAIL SWITCH OPEN FAULT – Sail switch is open and should  
be closed.  
BURNER HIGH LIMIT FAULT – Indicates the temperature  
disk in the burner has opened.  
“BURN” (BURN HI-LIMIT) Input L.E.D. Indicator  
BURNER IGNITION CONTROL FAULT – No signal to gas  
This routine monitors the temperature of the burner. If the  
burner hi-limit opens during the cycle while the heat was  
on the “BURN” output L.E.D. indicator goes out and the  
display reads “bURNER SAFETY FAIL.” The machine will  
run with no heat for 3 minutes or until the temperature  
drops below 100º F (38º C) then the machine will shut  
down still displaying “bURNER SAFETY FAIL” with an audio  
indication.  
valve from DSI module during trial for ignition time.  
IGNITION FAULT – Gas valve did not remain open after trial  
for ignition. Indicates that no flame was detected.  
FLAME FAULT – Indicates flame was detected during trial  
for ignition, but failed sometime after. This condition must  
reoccur for 5 retries before fault occurs.  
ROTATION FAULT – Indicates the tumbler is not rotating.  
OPEN EXHAUST TEMPERATURE PROBE – Indicates the  
exhaust temperature probe is open or shorted.  
“FLAME” (bURNER CONTROL FAIL) Input L.E.D. Indicator  
This routine monitors the ignition control’s gas valve output  
response. If the valve output signal is not present from the  
ignition control within the valve time limits the  
microprocessor determines the ignition control has failed.  
If this occurs when the cycle is active the “FLAME” output  
L.E.D. indicator will go out and the display will read  
“bURNER CONTROL FAIL.” The machine will run with no  
heat for 3 minutes or until the temp drops below 100º F  
(38º C). Then the machine will shut down still displaying  
“bURNER CONTROL FAIL” with an audio indication.  
OPEN S.A.F.E. SYSTEM PROBE FAULT – Indicates the  
temperature probe for the S.A.F.E. system is open or  
shorted.  
LOW VOLTAGE FAULT – Indicates power has dropped  
below the operating values and will shutdown.  
BURNER PURGE FAULT – The gas valve signal is present  
during the prepurge time.  
MODEL ERROR, ENTER CORRECT MODEL – The wrong  
model was selected for the dryer.  
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EE PROM FAULT ### – Error in memory location. The ###  
indicates the location of the fault.  
Data Label ___________________________  
Contacting American Dryer Corporation  
Input/Output Board L.E.D. Indicators  
Inputs  
ESTOP – (RED L.E.D.): This L.E.D. will indicate the status of  
the E-STOP. If the E-STOP has been pressed, then the  
L.E.D. is on.  
GAS_V – (RED L.E.D.): This L.E.D. will indicate the status of  
the gas valve. If the gas valve is open (ON), then the L.E.D.  
is on.  
BRHL – (RED L.E.D.): This L.E.D. will indicate the status of  
the burner high limit disk. If the disk is closed (temperature  
below 330º F [166º C]), then the L.E.D. is ON.  
SAIL – (RED L.E.D.): This L.E.D. will indicate the status of  
the sail switch. If the switch is closed, then the L.E.D. is  
ON.  
EXHL – (RED L.E.D.): This L.E.D. will indicate the status of  
the exhaust high limit disk. If the disk is closed  
(temperature below 225º F [107º C]), then the L.E.D. is ON.  
When contacting ADC, certain information is required to  
ensure proper service and parts information. This  
information is on the data label, located on the top right  
corner of the dryer, viewed from the rear (refer to illustration).  
When contacting ADC, please have the model number and  
serial number readily accessible.  
MAIN – (RED L.E.D.): This L.E.D. will indicate the status of  
the main door. If the door is closed, then the L.E.D. is ON.  
LINT – (RED L.E.D.): This L.E.D. will indicate the status of  
the lint drawer. If the drawer is closed, then the L.E.D. is  
ON.  
Information on the Data Label  
FUSE – (RED L.E.D.): This L.E.D. will indicate the status of  
the control voltage.  
a. Model Number – The model number is an ADC number,  
which describes the size of the dryer and the type of  
heat (gas or steam).  
Outputs  
b. Serial Number – The serial number allows ADC to  
STEAM – (GREEN L.E.D.): This L.E.D. will indicate the status  
of the steam injection output. If the request to turn on the  
steam injection is made, then the L.E.D. is ON.  
gather information on your particular dryer.  
c. Manufacturing Code Number – The manufacturing  
code number is a number issued by ADC, which  
describes all possible options on your particular  
model.  
_HEAT – (GREEN L.E.D.): This L.E.D. will indicate the status  
of the heat output. If the request to turn on the heater is  
made, then the L.E.D. is ON.  
d. Type of Heat – Describes the type of heat; gas (natural  
AIR – (GREEN L.E.D.): This L.E.D. will indicate the status of  
the air jet output. If the request to turn on the air jet is made,  
then the L.E.D. is ON.  
or L.P.), steam or electric.  
e. Heat Input (For gas dryers) – Describes the heat input  
in British Thermal Units.  
REV – (GREEN L.E.D.): This L.E.D. will indicate the status of  
the tumbler reverse direction output. If the request to tumble  
the drum in the reverse direction is made, then the L.E.D.  
is ON.  
f.  
Electric Service – Describes the electric service for  
your particular models.  
g. Gas Manifold Pressure – Describe the manifold  
pressure as taken at the gas valve pressure tap (refer  
to “Using a Manometer”).  
FWD – (GREEN L.E.D.): This L.E.D. will indicate the status  
of the tumbler forward direction output. If the request to  
tumble the drum in the forward direction is made, then the  
L.E.D. is ON.  
FAN – (GREEN L.E.D.): This L.E.D. will indicate the status of  
the fan output. If the request to turn on the fan (blower) is  
made, then the L.E.D. is ON.  
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How to Use a Manometer  
With dryer in nonoperating mode, remove plug on the gas  
valve pressure tap.  
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Attach plastic tubing to pressure tap. Fitting is supplied  
with manometer (refer to illustration).  
Attach manometer to dryer using magnet.  
NOTE: Place manometer in a position so that readings  
can be taken at eye level.  
Fill manometer with water, as shown in illustration to the  
zero level.  
Start dryer. With burner on, take a reading.  
Read water level at the inner tube. Readings should be  
taken at eye level.  
Correct readings should be:  
Natural Gas: ______ 3.5 in wc (8.7 mb).  
L.P. Gas: _________ 10.5 in wc (26.1 mb).  
If water column pressure is incorrect refer to “TO ADJUST  
GAS PRESSURE.”  
Reverse procedure for removing manometer.  
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