American Dryer Corp. AD-81 III - Manual (Page 13)

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B. UNPACKING/SETTING UP
1. Inside the basket (tumbler) of this dryer is an exhaust transition piece that must be installed on the outlet of
the exhaust before any further venting is connected. To do this,
follow the procedures listed below:
a. Remove the exhaust transition piece from the basket
(tumbler) and place it on the exhaust outlet.
b. Using the screws provided, secure the exhaust transition
piece to the dryer.
NOTE: It is recommended that this joint be taped as well as
ALL other duct joints to prevent moisture and lint
from escaping into the building.
2. Leveling Dryer
The dryer is equipped with four (4) leveling legs, one (1) at
each corner of the dryer base. Two (2) are located in the rear
of the dryer base, and two (2) are located in the lint chamber.
To increase bearing life and improve efficiency, the dryer should
be tilted slightly to the rear.
WARNING
An exhaust duct transition piece is shipped inside of the dryer’s
tumbler and MUST be installed on the dryer’s
exhaust duct, with the hardware provided, BEFORE
location venting is connected to the dryer.
THIS EXHAUST DUCT TRANSITION PIECE
MUST BE INSTALLED FIRST!
Failure to observe this installation requirement may result in
damage to the dryer, create a FIRE HAZARD and will VOID
the manufacturer’s warranty.
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