American Dryer Corp. AD-15 Phase 7 - Manual (Page 18)

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Steam Damper Air Piston (Flow Control) Operation
Adjustment
Damper operation was tested and adjusted prior to shipping
at 80 psi (5.51 bar). If damper air adjustment is necessary,
locate the flow control valve and make the necessary
adjustments as noted below.
PREOPERATIONAL TESTS
ALL dryers are thoroughly tested and inspected before leaving
the factory. However, a preoperational test should be
performed before the dryer is publicly used. It is possible
that adjustments have changed in transit or due to marginal
location (installation) conditions.
Turn on electrical power to the dryer.
Refer to the Operating Instructions for starting your particular
model dryer.
PREPARATION FOR OPERATION/START-UP
The following items should be checked before attempting to
operate the dryer:
•
Read ALL “CAUTION,” “WARNING,” and
“DIRECTION” labels attached to the dryer.
•
Check incoming supply voltage to be sure that it is
the same as indicated on the dryer data label.
•
GAS MODELS - check to ensure that the dryer is
connected to the type of heat/gas indicated on the
dryer data label.
•
GAS AND ELECTRIC MODELS - the sail switch
damper assembly was installed and adjusted at
the factory prior to shipping. However, each sail
switch adjustment must be checked to ensure that
this important safety control is functioning.
•
Check bolts, nuts, screws, terminals, and fittings
for tightness.
•
GAS MODELS - be sure that ALL gas shutoff valves
are in the open position.
•
Check ALL back guard panels and service box
covers have been replaced.
•
Make sure the lint coop support bracket has been
removed.
•
Check the lint door to ensure that it is closed and
secured in place.
IMPORTANT:
If during installation the lint door safety chain
was disconnected, it must be reconnected or
personal injury may result.
•
Rotate the basket (tumbler/drum) by hand to be
sure it moves freely.
•
Check bolts, nuts, screws, terminals, and fittings
for security.
•
STEAM MODELS - check to ensure that a clean,
dry, and regulated air supply (80 psi [5.51 bar]) is
on the dryer (with air-operated damper system
only).
•
STEAM MODELS - check to ensure ALL steam
shutoff valves are open.
•
STEAM MODELS - check steam damper operation.
•
Check basket (tumbler) bearing setscrews to
ensure that they are ALL tight.
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