American Dryer AD120i Parts Diagram

AD120i

Installation/Operator Manual

WARNING: For your safety the
information in this manual must be
followed to minimize the risk of fire or
explosion and to prevent property
damage, personal injury or death.

— Do not store or use gasoline or other

flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.

— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

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Do not try to light any appliance.

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Do not touch any electrical switch;
do not use any phone in your
building.

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Clear the room, building or area of
all occupants.

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Immediately call your gas supplier
from a neighbor’s phone. Follow
the gas supplier’s instructions.

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If you cannot reach your gas
supplier, call the fire department.

— Installation and service must be

performed by a qualified installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.

AVERTISSEMENT: Assurez-vous de
bien suivre les instructions données dans
cette notice pour réduire au minimum le
risque d’incendie ou d’explosion ou pour
éviter tout dommage matériel, toute
blessure ou la mort.

—Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d’essence

ni d’autres vapeurs ou liquides
inflammables à proximité de cet
appareil ou de tout autre appareil.

—QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE

ODEUR DE GAZ:

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Ne pas tenter d’allumer d’appareils.

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Ne touchez à aucun interrupteur. Ne
pas vous servir des téléphones se
trouvant dans le bâtiment.

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Évacuez la pièce, le bâtiment ou la
zone.

●

Appelez immédiatement votre
fournisseur de gaz depuis un voisin.
Suivez les instructions du fournisseur.

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Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le
fournisseur de gaz, appelez le service
des incendies.

—L’installation et l’entretien doivent être

assurés par un installateur ou un
service d’entretien qualifié ou par le
fournisseur de gaz.

American Dryer Corporation

88 Currant Road

Fall River MA 02720-4781 USA

Telephone: [phone] / Fax: [phone]

e-mail: [e-mail]

www.adclaundry.com

ADC Part No. 113546-2

Retain This Manual in a Safe Place for Future Reference

This product embodies advanced concepts in engineering, design, and safety. If this product is properly
maintained, it will provide many years of safe, efficient, and trouble free operation.

Only qualified technicians should service this equipment.
OBSERVE ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS displayed on the equipment or specified in the installation

manual included with the dryer.
The following “FOR YOUR SAFETY” caution must be posted near the dryer in a prominent location.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline
or other flammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.

We have tried to make this manual as complete as possible and hope you will find it useful. The manufacturer
reserves the right to make changes from time to time, without notice or obligation, in prices, specifications, colors, and
material, and to change or discontinue models. The illustrations included in this manual may not depict your particular
dryer exactly.

POUR VOTRE SÉCURITÉ

Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d’essence
ni d’autres vapeurs ou liquides
inflammables à proximité de cet
appareil ou de tout autre appareil.

IMPORTANT

For your convenience, log the following information:

DATE OF PURCHASE _______________________________________________________ MODEL NO. _______________

RESELLER’S NAME __________________________________________________________________________________

SERIAL NUMBER(S) __________________________________________________________________________________

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AD120i

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Replacement parts can be obtained from your reseller or the ADC factory. When ordering replacement parts from the
factory, you can FAX your order to ADC at [phone] or telephone your order directly to the ADC Parts
Department at [phone]. Please specify the dryer model number and serial number in addition to the
description and part number, so that your order is processed accurately and promptly.

These instructions are only valid if the following country code is on the appliance… If this code is not present on the
appliance, it is necessary to refer to the technical instructions which will provide the necessary information concerning
the modification of the appliance to the condition of use for the country.

In accordance with EN ISO 3166-1, the names of countries shall be represented by the following codes:

GB United Kingdom
IE Ireland

“IMPORTANT NOTE TO PURCHASER”

Information must be obtained from your local gas supplier on the
instructions to be followed if the user smells gas. These
instructions must be posted in a prominent location near the dryer.

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WARNING

Proposition 65

Use of this product could expose you to substances

from fuel combustion that contain chemicals

known to the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects and other reproductive harm.

In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation
instructions apply:

■ Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified
or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or
licensed by the State of Massachusetts.

■ If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type.

■ A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3

feet.

WARNING

Children should not be allowed to play on or near
the dryer(s). Children should be supervised if
near dryer(s) in operation.

Under no circumstances should the dryer door
switch(es), lint door/drawer switch(es), or heat
safety circuit(s) ever be disabled.

Do not modify this appliance.
The dryer must never be operated with any of

the back guards, outer tops, or service panels
removed. Personal injury or fire could result.

The dryer must never be operated without the
lint filter/screen in place, even if an external lint
collection system is used.

If the hi-limit switch trips, a service call is required
to investigate the reason and resolve the issue.

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.

Please observe all safety precautions displayed on the
equipment and/or specified in the installation manual
included with the dryer.

Before installation, check that the local distribution
conditions, nature of gas and pressure, and adjustment
of the appliances are compatible.

CAUTION

Dryer(s) should never be left unattended while in
operation.

When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer,
remove the door.

Lorsque vous entreposez ou mettez votre
sécheuse au rebut, enlevez-en la porte.

“Caution: Label all wires prior to disconnection when
servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper
operation.”

«Attention: Au moment de l’entretien des commandes,
étiquetez tous les fils avant de les débrancher. Des
erreurs de câblage peuvent entraîner un
fonctionnement inadéquat et dangereux.»

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not dry mop heads in the dryer. Do not use
dryer in the presence of dry cleaning fumes.

The dryers must not be installed or stored in an area
where it will be exposed to water and/or weather.

The wiring diagram for the dryer is located behind the
control panel.

Table of Contents ___________________

Safety Precautions ...................................................... 4

Specifications .............................................................. 6

Component Identification ........................................... 8

Installation Procedures ............................................... 8

Location Requirements ........................................................ 8

Unpacking / Setting Up ........................................................ 9

Dryer Enclosure Requirements .......................................... 10

Fresh Air Supply Requirements ......................................... 11

Exhaust Requirements ....................................................... 11

Electrical Information ......................................................... 15

Gas Information.................................................................. 18

Water Information .............................................................. 22

Preparation for Operation / Start-Up .................................. 23

Preoperational Test ............................................................ 23

Preoperational Instructions ................................................ 24

Shutdown Instructions ........................................................ 24

Service / Parts Information ....................................... 24

Service ............................................................................... 24

Parts ...................................................................................24

Warranty Information ................................................. 24

Returning Warranty Cards.................................................. 24

Warranty............................................................................. 24

Returning Warranty Parts................................................... 24

Routine Maintenance ................................................ 25

Procedure for Functional Check

of Replacement Components ................................... 26

Rating Plate Information ........................................... 27

Non-Coin Programming ............................................ 28

Coin Programming .................................................... 29

List of Acronyms ___________________________

DSI Direct Spark Ignition
HVAC Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning
in WC Inches of Water Column
L.C.D. Liquid Crystal Display
L.E.D. Light Emitting Diode
L.P. Liquid Propane
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration
R.M.A. Return Material Authorization
UL Underwriters Laboratory

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Safety Precautions ____________________

Warning

For your safety, the information in this manual must

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be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion
and to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of
life.

The dryer must never be operated with any of the back
guards, outer tops, or service panels removed. Personal
injury or fire could result.

Failure to properly install, maintain, and/or operate dryer
according to this manual and operator’s manuals included
with dryer may result in conditions which can cause serious
injury, death and/or property damage.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

Do not spray aerosols in the vicinity of this appliance while it
is in operation.

Purchaser and 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.

What To Do If You Smell Gas:

• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electrical switch.

• Do not use any phone in your building.

• Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.

• 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.

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency, or gas supplier.

Dryers must be exhausted to the outdoors.
Although the manufacturer produces a very versatile dryer,

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

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spotted or washed in dry cleaning solvents,
combustible detergents, industrial chemicals, or “all
purpose” cleaner. Explosion could result.

Do not dry rags or articles coated or contaminated with
gasoline, kerosene, oil, paint, or wax. Explosion could result.

Items that have been spotted or soaked with vegetable or
cooking oil constitute a fire hazard and should not be
placed in a tumble dryer.

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.

A program should be established for the inspection and
cleaning of lint in the burner area, exhaust ductwork, and area
around the back of the dryer. The frequency of inspection
and cleaning can best be determined from experience at each
location.

Warning

The collection of lint in the burner area and

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exhaust ductwork can create a potential fire

hazard.

For personal safety, the dryer must be electrically grounded
in accordance with local and/or country codes. In the absence
of these codes use 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.

NOTE: Failure to electrically ground the dryer properly will
void the warranty.

Warning

Personal injury or fire could result should the dryer

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door switch, lint door/drawer, or heat safety circuit

ever be disabled.

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

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cycles have been completed can create a fire

hazard.

For safety, proper operation, and optimum performance, the
dryer must not be operated with a load less than 66% of its
rated capacity.

Warning

You must disconnect and lockout the electric

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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.

IMPORTANT: The dryer must be installed in a location/
environment, which the ambient temperature remains
between 40° F (4.44° C) and 130° F (54.44° C).

The operation of this appliance may affect the operation of
other types of gas appliances, which take their air for safe
combustion from the same room. If in doubt, consult the
appliance manufacturer(s).

Use this dryer only for its intended purpose, drying fabrics.
The “cool down” cycle of tumble dryers should be used to

reduce the temperature of the items. They should not be
removed from the tumble dryer or piled or stacked while hot.

Fabric softeners or similar products should not be used in a
tumbler dryer to eliminate the effects of static electricity unless
this practice is specifically recommended by the manufacturer
of the fabric softener or product.

The possible presence of residual quantities of aggressive or
decomposed chemicals in the load may produce damage to
the machine and harmful fumes.

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Warning

To reduce the risk of personal injury, install

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lockable doors to prevent public access to the rear

of the dryers.

Exhaust duct outlet should be checked periodically for
blockages, and if any found, removed.

IMPORTANT: A means of restraint must be used to prevent
straining of the gas line when the appliance is moved and to
keep the appliance upright when a load great enough to
topple it is applied to the open main door. An attachment
point has been provided in the outer top of the dryer for the
attachment of a restraint.

An external means of power removal (disconnect device)
must be provided by the installer.

NOTES _______________________________________________________

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CE ONLY

IMPORTANT: This appliance must only be installed and
operated in the country of destination indicated on the
dryer’s rating plate. If the appliance is to be installed and
operated in a country other than the one indicated on the
rating plate, a new rating plate must be obtained from
American Dryer Corporation.

IEC335 applies.

Warning

This appliance must only operate with the gas type

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indicated on the dryer’s rating plate. If the
appliance is converted (gas type is changed), a new rating
plate must be obtained from American Dryer Corporation.

This appliance may cause spillage of products of
combustion from an open-flue appliance fitted in the same
room, and that such an appliance shall be tested for
clearance of products with the appliance in operation and
all windows and doors closed.

Disconnect power before attempting to reset any manual hi­limit!

This dryer is equipped with two manual reset hi-limit
thermostats. The burner hi-limit is located in the top center
of the dryer behind the control door. The exhaust hi-limit is
located in the duct above the lint trap. The exhaust
thermostat must be removed to be reset.

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Specifications _____________________________________________________________________

MAXIMUM CAPACITY (DRY WEIGHT) 120 lb
TUMBLER DIAMETER 42”
TUMBLER DEPTH 44-1/4”
TUMBLER VOLUME 35.5 cu ft
TUMBLER / DRIVE MOTOR 2 hp
BLOWER / FAN MOTOR 1 hp
CABINET WIDTH 44-7/8”
CABINET DEPTH 61-3/8”
CABINET HEIGHT 88-7/8”
DOOR OPENING (DIAMETER) 31-3/8”
DOOR SILL HEIGHT 32-1/4”

54.43 kg

106.68 cm

112.39 cm

1005.25 L

1.49 kW

0.75 kW

113.98 cm

155.89 cm

225.74 cm

79.69 cm

81.91 cm

WATER CONNECTION 3/4”-11.5 NH (North America)

3/4” B.S.P.T. (Outside North America)
AIRBORNE SOUND LEVEL 69 dB(A)
DRYERS PER 20’ / 40’ CONTAINER 4 / 9
DRYERS PER 48’ / 53’ TRUCK 10 / 12

VOLTAGE AVAILABLE 208-480V 1,3ø 2,3,4w 50/60 Hz
APPROXIMATE NET WEIGHT 1,440 lb
APPROXIMATE SHIPPING WEIGHT 1,500 lb
AIRFLOW
HEAT INPUT 250,000 Btu/hr

GAS

50/60 Hz

1,350 cfm

EXHAUST CONNECTION (DIAMETER) 10”
INLET PIPE CONNECTION

3/4” N.P.T. (MALE)

653.17 kg

680.39 kg

38.23 cmm

62,998 kcal/hr

25.4 cm

3/4” B.S.P.T. (FEMALE) (CE and Australia Only)

Shaded areas are stated in metric equivalents 4/18/14

NOTE: The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice or obligation.

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NOTE: The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice or obligation.

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Component Identification ____________

Dryer Front View

Illus. No. Description

1 Microprocessor Control/Keypad Panel Assembly (controls)
2 Control (top access) Door Assembly
3 Main Door Assembly
4 Lint Door Assembly
5 Outer Top
6 Wire Diagram (located behind control door)
7 Top Console (module) Assembly
8 Upper Back Guard
9 Lower Back Guard

10 Rear Electrical Box Cover

Dryer Rear View

Installation Procedures _______________

Installation should be performed by competent professional
in accordance with local, state, and country codes. In the
absence of these codes, the installation must conform to
applicable American National Standards: ANSI Z223.1­LATEST EDITION (National Fuel Gas Code) or ANSI/NFPA
NO. 70-LATEST EDITION (National Electrical Code) 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).

Location Requirements _______________

Before installing the dryer, be sure the location conforms to
local, state, and country codes. In the absence of such codes
or ordinances the location must conform with the National Fuel
Gas Code ANSI.Z223.1 LATEST EDITION, or in Canada, the
installation must conform to applicable Canadian Standards:
CAN/CGA-B149.1-M91 (Natural Gas) or CAN/CGA-B149.2­M91 (L.P. Gas) or LATEST EDITION (for General Installation
and Gas Plumbing).

The dryer must be installed on a sound level floor capable of
supporting its weight. Carpeting must be removed from the
floor area that the dryer is to rest on.

The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it
will be exposed to water and/or weather.

Provisions for adequate air supply must be provided as noted
in this manual (refer to Fresh Air Supply Requirements
section).

Clearance provisions must be made from combustible
construction as noted in this manual (refer to Dryer Enclosure
Requirements section).

Provisions must be made for adequate clearances for servicing
and for operation as noted in this manual (refer to Dryer
Enclosure Requirements section).

The dryer must be installed with a proper exhaust duct
connection to the outside as noted in this manual (refer to
Exhaust Requirements section).

The dryer must be located in an area where correct exhaust
venting can be achieved as noted in this manual (refer to
Exhaust Requirements section).

IMPORTANT: The dryer should be located where a
minimum amount of exhaust ducting will be necessary.

The dryer must be installed with adequate clearance for air
openings into the combustion chamber.

CAUTION: This dryer produces combustible lint and
must be exhausted to the outdoors. Every 6 months,
inspect the exhaust ducting and remove any lint

Illus. No. Description

1 Tumbler Drive Motor Assembly
2 Blower Motor Mount Assembly
3 Blower Motor (impellor/fan) Assembly
4 VFD - Blower Motor (optional)
5 Tumbler Bearing Mount Assembly

6* Electric Service Relay Box

7 Heating Unit
8 Rating Plate

9 Water Connection - S.A.F.E. System (optional)
10 Gas Connection
11 VFD - Tumbler Drive Motor

* Electric service connections are made in this box.

buildup.

IMPORTANT: The dryer must be installed in a location/
environment, which the ambient temperature remains
between 40° F (4.44° C) and 130° F (54.44° C).

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Unpacking / Setting Up ________________

Remove protective shipping material (i.e., plastic wrap and
optional shipping box) from the dryer.

IMPORTANT: Dryer must be transported and handled in an
upright position at all times.

The dryer can be moved to its final location while still attached
to the skid or with the skid removed. To remove the skid from
the dryer, locate and remove the four lag bolts securing the
base of the dryer to the wooden skid. Two are located at the
rear corners (accessed by removing the lower back guard),
and the others at the front corners and are accessed by
opening the lint door.

Leveling Dryer

To level dryer, place
4-inch (10.2 cm) square
metal shims (refer to the
illustration below) or
other suitable material
under the base pads. For
optimal performance the
dryer should be level front
to back and side to side.

FIGURE 1

To Remove Top Console (Module)

1. Remove the outer top, top back guard, bottom back guard
and rear electrical box cover (refer to the Component
Identification drawing).

2. Remove (8) bolts, washers and lock washers -L- (figure

1) that secure the top console (module) to the dryer base.

3. Disconnect (2) plugs -B- and -C- (figure 2) in rear electrical
box.

4. Disconnect the sail switch wires -J- (figure 2) and pass
them up through hole -H- (figures 1 and 2).

5. Disconnect the ten pin connector -G- (figure 1 and 2).
Pass it and the 10 wires leading from it down through
hole -H- (figures 1 and 2).

6. If dryer is equipped with S.A.F.E. system, disconnect the
S.A.F.E. system probe and ground wires -D- (figure 2)
and four S.A.F.E. system valve wires -K- (figure 2) and
pass them up through hole -F- (figures 1 and 2).

7. On dryers with left side door hinges, disconnect door
switch door switch plug -A- (figure 3).

8. Lift the top console (module) off the dryer base. Use
lifting holes -E- (figure 2) as necessary.

To Install Top Console (Module)

Reverse steps 1 through 8 to install top console (module).
Flush sides of console with sides of dryer base (figure 3) prior
to tightening bolts in step 2.

FIGURE 2

FIGURE 3

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