American Dryer Corp. ML-170 - Manual (Page 37)

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SECTION VI
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
A. CLEANING
A program and/or 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.
WARNING: LINT FROM MOST FABRICS IS HIGHLY COMBUSTIBLE. THE
ACCUMULATION OF LINT CAN CREATE A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD.
WARNING: KEEP DRYER AREA CLEAR AND FREE FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS,
GASOLINE, AND OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS.
NOTE: REMOVE POWER FROM THE DRYER BEFORE PERFORMING ANY
MAINTENANCE IN THE DRYER (cleaning the lint drawers and both steam coil lint
screens are the only exceptions).
NOTE: Suggested time intervals shown are for average usage, which is considered six (6) to eight (8)
operational (running) hours per day.
IMPORTANT: The dryer produces combustible lint and must be exhausted to the outdoors. Every 6
months, inspect the exhaust ducting and remove any lint buildup.
CLEAN LINT FROM LINT DRAWER/SCREEN EVERY THIRD OR FOURTH LOAD.
NOTE: The frequency of cleaning the lint screens can best be determined from experience at each location.
WEEKLY
Clean lint accumulation from the lint chamber, thermostat, and microprocessor temperature sensor (sensor bracket)
area.
WARNING: TO AVOID HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DISCONTINUE ELECTRICAL
POWER SUPPLY TO THE DRYER.
STEAM DRYERS
Clean the steam coil fins. Using compressed air and a vacuum cleaner with brush attachment is suggested.
NOTE: When cleaning steam coil fins, be careful not to bend the fins. If fins are bent, straighten by using a fin
comb, which is available from any local air-conditioning supply house.