American Dryer Corp. ML-175DR - Manual (Page 42)

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B. 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). Fan (impellor) V-belts, along with the motor and drive belts should be examined and
replaced if necessary. 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).
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 basket (tumbler) drive shaft and idler shaft bearings must be lubricated
every 3 months. Use Shell Alvania #2 grease or its equivalent. Lubrication is necessary or premature bearing
failure will be the result.
The motor bearings are permanently lubricated and DO NOT require to be serviced.