Throughout this manual and on machine decals, you will find precautionary statements (“CAUTION,”
“WARNING,” and “DANGER”) followed by specific instructions. These precautions are intended for the personal
safety of the operator, user, servicer, and those maintaining the machine.
a DANGER
Danger indicates the presence of a hazard that will cause severe personal injury, death, or substantial property
damage if the danger is ignored.
a WARNING
Warning indicates the presence of a hazard that can cause severe personal injury, death, or substantial property
damage if the warning is ignored.
a CAUTION
Caution indicates the presence of a hazard that will or can cause minor personal injury or property damage if the
caution is ignored.
Additional precautionary statements (“IMPORTANT” and “NOTE”) are followed by specific instructions.
IMPORTANT
The word “IMPORTANT” is used to inform the reader of specific procedures where minor machine damage will
occur if the procedure is not followed.
NOTE
The word “NOTE” is used to communicate installation, operation, maintenance or servicing information that is
important but not hazard related.
In the interest of safety, some general precautions relating to the operation of this machine follow.
WARNING
• Failure to install, maintain, and/or operate this product according to the manufacturer’s
instructions may result in conditions which can produce serious injury, death and/or property
damage.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the product or attempt any servicing unless specifically
recommended or published in this Service Manual and that you understand and have the
skills to carry out.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the product is properly grounded and to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, serious injury, or death.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer(s) before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer(s) before servicing.
• Never start the dryer(s) with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
WARNING
Repairs that are made to your products by unqualified persons can result in hazards due to
improper assembly or adjustments subjecting you, or the inexperienced person making such
repairs, to the risk of serious injury, electrical shock, or death.
WARNING
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If you or an unqualified person perform service on your product, you must assume the
responsibility for any personal injury or property damage which may result. The manufacturer
will not be responsible for any injury or property damage arising from improper service and/or
service procedures.
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NOTE: The WARNINGS and IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS appearing in this manual are not meant to
cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution and care must be
exercised when installing, maintaining or operating the dryer.
Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent or the manufacturer about any problems or conditions you do
not understand.
Locating an Authorized Servicer
Alliance Laundry Systems is not responsible for personal injury or property damage resulting from improper
service. Review all service information before beginning repairs.
Warranty service must be performed by an authorized technician, using authorized factory parts. If service is
required after the warranty expires, Alliance Laundry Systems also recommends contacting an authorized
technician and using authorized factory parts.
If literature or replacement parts are required, contact
the source from whom the machine was purchased or
contact Alliance Laundry Systems at (920) 748-3950
for the name and address of the nearest authorized
parts distributor.
For technical assistance, call (920) 748-3121.
Nameplate Location
When calling or writing about your product, be sure to
mention model and serial numbers. Model and serial
numbers are located on nameplate(s) as shown.
The dryer uses heated air to dry loads of laundry. When the motor is started, the exhaust fan pulls air in
through louvers at the rear of the dryer and over the heat source (burner flame for gas and heating element
for electric). The heated air moves through the heater duct and into the cylinder, where it circulates
through the wet load. The air then passes through the lint filter, air duct, and exhaust fan, where it is
vented to the outdoors.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer(s) before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer(s) before servicing.
• Never start the dryer(s) with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
IMPORTANT: Refer to appropriate model wiring diagram for aid in testing dryer components.
1. MOTOR DOES NOT RUN
POSSIBLE CAUSETO CORRECT
Electrical power off, fuse blown, or power cord not
plugged in.
Loading door not closed or inoperative door switch. • Close door or test switch and replace if inoperative.
Timer improperly set (Nonmetered models).• Reset timer.
Inoperative timer (Nonmetered models).• Test timer and replace if inoperative.
Inoperative accumulator (Metered models).• Test accumulator and replace if inoperative.
Accumulator not being activated (Metered Models). • Install slide extention. Make sure accumulator mounting
Start circuit not completed.• Press start switch button, or test switch and replace if
Motor starting functions inoperative. No Start; or
Motor hums only.
Motor is dead, won’t run.• Check start switch and start windings.
Motor overload protector has cycled.• Wait two or three minutes for overload protector to reset.
Motor centrifugal switch sticky or plugged with
lint.
Bind in motor bearings.• Remove belt and determine if motor shaft will spin.
Loose motor wire harness connection block.• Firmly press connection block onto motor switch.
Broken, loose, or incorrect wiring.• Refer to appropriate wiring diagram.
Power cord is miswired.• Refer to appropriate wiring diagram for the correct
• Has the laundry room fuse(s) blown or become loosened,
or are circuit breakers open? The dryer itself does not
have an electrical fuse. A 208 or 240 Volt dryer has an
electrical circuit with two fuses – make sure both fuses are
good and are tight.
bracket is 90 degrees to the service door.
inoperative.
• Check start switch and start windings.
If protector cycles repeatedly, refer to Paragraph 2.
• Remove dust or lint and spray with “SLYDE”, No. 131P4,
to clean and lubricate.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer(s) before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer(s) before servicing.
• Never start the dryer(s) with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
2. DRYER STOPS IN CYCLE; QUITS AFTER A COUPLE LOADS; HAS A BURNING SMELL;
CYCLES ON MOTOR THERMAL OVERLOAD PROTECTOR
POSSIBLE CAUSETO CORRECT
Incorrect Voltage.• Refer to Installation Instructions (supplied with dryer)
for electrical requirements.
Clothes load too large.• Remove part of load. A normal washer load is a normal
dryer load. Maximum load: Dryer cylinder one half full of
wet clothes.
Clothes cylinder is binding.• Check cylinder for binding and “out of round” condition.
Also check front and rear bulkheads for warping. Check
support rollers for binding. Check cylinder seals and
glides for wear or damage.
Broken, loose or incorrect wiring.• Refer to appropriate wiring diagram.
Motor switch functions inoperative. Short in motor
• Check switch and windings.
winding.
Belt not installed properly.• Refer to Figure 45 for proper belt position.
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3. MOTOR RUNS BUT CYLINDER DOES NOT TURN
POSSIBLE CAUSETO CORRECT
Motor drive pulley loose.• Tighten pulley. Refer to Figure 46.
Belt not installed on pulley, belt upside down or
• Install belt properly.
twisted.
Broken cylinder belt.• Replace belt.
Clothes cylinder is binding.• Check cylinder for binding and “out of round” condition.
Also check front and rear bulkheads for warping. Check
cylinder rollers for binding. Check cylinder seals and
glides for wear or damage.
Broken or disconnected idler lever spring.• Replace or reconnect spring. Refer to Figure 46.
4. MOTOR DOES NOT STOP
POSSIBLE CAUSETO CORRECT
Incorrect wiring.• Refer to appropriate wiring diagram.
Motor centrifugal switch sticky or plugged with
lint.
• Remove dust or lint and spray with “SLYDE”, No. 131P4,
to clean and lubricate.
Inoperative door switch.• Test switch and replace if inoperative.
Inoperative timer (Nonmetered models).• Test timer and replace if inoperative.
Inoperative accumulator (Metered models).• Test accumulator and replace if inoperative.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer(s) before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer(s) before servicing.
• Never start the dryer(s) with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
5. MOTOR STARTS WHEN DOOR IS CLOSED
POSSIBLE CAUSETO CORRECT
Inoperative start switch.• Test switch and replace if inoperative.
6. HEATER ASSEMBLY DOES NOT HEAT OR BURNER DOES NOT IGNITE
POSSIBLE CAUSETO CORRECT
Improper or inadequate exhaust system.• See Installation Instructions (supplied with dryer) for
exhaust requirements.
Use of plastic or thin foil exhaust duct.• Replace with rigid or semi-rigid metal exhaust duct.
Blown house fuse or tripped circuit breaker.• Has the laundry room fuse(s) blown or become loosened,
or are circuit breakers open? The dryer itself does not
have an electrical fuse. A 208 or 240 Volt dryer has an
electrical circuit with two fuses — make sure both fuses
are good and are tight.
Temperature selector switch set at FLUFF, or
• Reset switch, or test switch and replace if inoperative.
inoperative.
Timer improperly set.• Reset timer. Try another cycle.
Inoperative limit thermostat.• Test thermostat and replace if inoperative.
Electric Models: Inoperative heater assembly.• Test heater assembly. Replace heater assembly if cold
Ohms do not read between 8 and 10.5 Ohms.
Gas Models: Insufficient gas supply.• Check gas shut-off valve in dryer and main gas line valve.
Open partially closed gas shut-off valve, or correct low
gas pressure.
Inoperative drive motor switch.• Test switch and replace if inoperative.
Gas Models: Inoperative gas valve coils.• Test coils and replace if inoperative. Refer to “To Tes t G as
Valve Coils (Gas Models)” on Page 45.
Gas Models: Inoperative sensor.• Test sensor and replace if inoperative. Refer to “To Tes t
Sensor (Gas Models)” on Page 48.
Gas Models: Inoperative igniter.• Test igniter and replace if inoperative. Refer to “To Test
Igniter (Gas Models)” on Page 47.
Electric Models: Inoperative thermal fuse.• Test thermal fuse and replace if inoperative.
Inoperative cycling thermostat.• Test thermostat and replace if inoperative.
Inoperative timer (Nonmetered models).• Test timer and replace if inoperative.
Inoperative accumulator (Metered models).• Test accumulator and replace if inoperative.
Broken, loose, or incorrect wiring.• Refer to appropriate wiring diagram.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer(s) before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer(s) before servicing.
• Never start the dryer(s) with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
7. IGNITER DOES NOT GLOW (GAS SUPPLY SUFFICIENT) — GAS MODELS
POSSIBLE CAUSETO CORRECT
No power to power leads on valve.• Check electrical circuit. Refer to “To Test Electrical
Circuit To Ignition System (Gas Models)” on Page 45.
Sensor failed with contacts open.• Replace sensor.
Igniter broken or open.• Replace igniter.
8. BURNER IGNITES AND GOES OUT REPEATEDLY — GAS MODELS
POSSIBLE CAUSETO CORRECT
Improper or inadequate exhaust system. Weather
hood flapper restricted.
• See Installation Instructions (supplied with dryer) for
exhaust requirements.
Burner heat not holding sensor contacts open.• Replace sensor, or correct gas supply problem.
Insufficient gas supply.• Check gas supply and pressure. Is gas shut-off valve
turned on?
Cracked igniter.• Replace igniter and bracket.
Inoperative or intermittent gas valve coils.• Check and replace appropriate coil. Refer to “To Test Ga s
Valve Coils (Gas Models)” on Page 45.
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9. IGNITER GLOWS BUT BURNER DOES NOT IGNITE — GAS MODELS
POSSIBLE CAUSETO CORRECT
Sensor failed in closed position.• Replace sensor.
Open secondary coil or holding coil.• Replace gas valve (in-warranty), or replace coils (out-of-
warranty).
Insufficient gas supply.• Check gas supply and pressure. Is gas shut-off valve
turned on?
Igniter and bracket installed improperly on burner
tube assembly.
• Loosen screw and properly position igniter and bracket on
burner tube assembly.
Sensor installed improperly on burner housing.• Loosen screw and properly position the sensor on the
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer(s) before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer(s) before servicing.
• Never start the dryer(s) with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
10. HEATER ASSEMBLY OR BURNER SHUTS OFF PREMATURELY
POSSIBLE CAUSETO CORRECT
Improper or inadequate exhaust system. Weather
hood flapper restricted. (Repeatedly cycling on
• See Installation Instructions (supplied with dryer) for
exhaust requirements.
limit thermostat.)
Gas Models: Insufficient gas supply.• Check gas shut-off valve in dryer and main gas line valve.
Open partially closed gas shut-off valve, or correct low
pressure.
Gas Models: Dryer not properly equipped for type
of gas used.
• Refer to “Gas Burner Conversion Procedures” supplied
in gas burner conversion kit.
Gas Models: Improperly adjusted burner flame.• Adjust flame. Refer to Paragraph 60.
Cycling off on limit thermostat.• Momentarily connect a jumper wire across thermostat
terminals. If heater element heats or burner ignites when
jumper wire is connected. Refer to Paragraph 11.
Gas models: Sensor contact closing prematurely.
Burner flame improperly adjusted.
• Replace sensor or adjust burner flame. Refer to
Paragraph 60.
Inoperative cycling thermostat.• Test thermostat and replace if inoperative.
Inoperative timer (Nonmetered models).• Test timer and replace if inoperative.
Broken, loose, or incorrect wiring.• Refer to appropriate wiring diagram.
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11. HEATER ASSEMBLY OR BURNER REPEATEDLY CYCLES OFF ON LIMIT THERMOSTAT
POSSIBLE CAUSETO CORRECT
External exhaust system longer or providing greater
restriction than recommended.
• Refer to Installation Instructions (supplied with dryer)
for exhaust system requirements.
Use of plastic or thin foil exhaust duct.• Replace with rigid or semi-rigid metal exhaust duct.
Clogged lint filter.• Clean lint filter.
Lint in internal dryer ductwork.• Disassemble dryer ductwork and clean.
Lint or other obstruction in external exhaust system. • Disassemble and clean exhaust system.
Hinged damper on exhaust system weather hood
• Free hinged damper or replace weather hood.
not free to open.
Limit thermostat cycling at too low a temperature.• Replace thermostat, Paragraph 44.
Air leak around loading door. (Door not sealing due
• Replace seal or catch.
to damaged seal or inoperative door catch.)
Air leak at blower seal.• Check and replace seal if necessary.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer(s) before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer(s) before servicing.
• Never start the dryer(s) with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
12. HEATER ASSEMBLY OR BURNER DOES NOT SHUT OFF
POSSIBLE CAUSETO CORRECT
Inoperative motor switch. (Timer must be in a heat
setting.)
Motor does not stop.• Refer to Paragraph 4.
Incorrect wiring.• Refer to appropriate wiring diagram.
Heater assembly shorted.• Remove heater assembly and check for short.
13. CLOTHES DO NOT DRY
• Test switch and replace if inoperative.
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POSSIBLE CAUSETO CORRECT
Improper or inadequate exhaust system. Weather
hood flapper restricted.
Heater assembly does not heat or burner does not
• See Installation Instructions (supplied with dryer) for
exhaust requirements.
• Refer to Paragraph 6.
ignite.
Too much water in articles being dried.• Remove excess water.
Clothes load too large.• Remove part of load. A normal washer load is normal
dryer load. Maximum load: Dryer cylinder one half full of
wet clothes.
Excessive lint on lint filter.• Clean lint filter.
Load too small.• Add one or two bath towels to load.
Heat selector switch set on FLUFF or inoperative• Reset switch, or test and replace the switch if inoperative.
Improper or inadequate exhaust system.• See Installation Instructions (supplied with dryer) for
exhaust requirements.
Heater assembly or burner shuts off prematurely.• Refer to Paragraph 10.
Gas Models: Gas line pressure too high or too low.• If Natural Gas line pressure to dryer exceeds 8 inch water
column pressure, or is lower than 4 inch water column,
ask Gas Company to correct.
Improper belt installation (Low RPM). Is belt
• Check for proper belt installation. Refer to Figure 45.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer(s) before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer(s) before servicing.
• Never start the dryer(s) with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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IMPORTANT: When reference to direction (right
or left) is made in this manual, it is from the
operator’s position facing the front of the dryer.
IMPORTANT: Electrical test procedures in this
service manual are performed by using a Volt-Ohm
meter. Test can also be performed using a multimeter or any other electrical testing equipment with
which the service person is familiar.
19. CONTROL PANEL, TEMPERATURE
SWITCH, PUSH-TO-START SWITCH AND
INDICATOR LIGHT
Refer to Figure 5
a. Remove two control panel attaching screws and
lay panel face down on protective padding on
cabinet top.
b. Disconnect all wires to temperature switch,
PUSH-TO-START switch and INDICATOR
LIGHT and remove ground clip and screw
holding ground wire to cabinet top and control
panel.
NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
reconnecting wires.
c. Loosen setscrew holding temperature switch
knob to shaft and pull knob off shaft.
d. Remove knurled nut holding temperature
switch to panel and remove switch.
e. Remove hex nut from PUSH-TO-START
switch and remove switch.
f. Squeeze locking tabs on INDICATOR LIGHT
and pull light out from back of panel.
To Test Push-to-Start Switch
1. Remove two control panel attaching screws and
lay panel face down on protective padding on
cabinet top. Refer to Figure 5.
2. Unplug dryer from electrical supply and
disconnect wires from switch terminals.
3. Set Volt-Ohm meter on OHMS scale and
calibrate at appropriate scale.
4. Place meter probes on switch terminals. You
should see an “infinite” reading on the meter.
5. With probes attached to switch, press the start
switch button. You should read “0” Ohms.
To Test Temperature Switch
1. Remove two control panel attaching screws and
lay panel face down on protective padding on
cabinet top. Refer to Figure 5.
2. Disconnect all wires from temperature switch.
NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram
when rewiring switch.
3. Set test meter to read OHMS and apply meter
leads to terminals:
(1)L1 and 2“zero” reading in NORMAL
(2)L1 and 2
L1 and 1
(3)
L1 and 2
“zero” reading in
PERMANENT PRESS
“zero” reading in DELICATE
Meter should give “no reading” from L1 to 1 and
from L1 to 2 in FLUFF.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer(s) before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer(s) before servicing.
• Never start the dryer(s) with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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22. CONTROL HOOD
a. Remove two control panel attaching screws and
lay panel face down on protective padding on
cabinet top. Refer to Figure 5.
b. Disconnect all wires to temperature switch,
PUSH-TO-START switch and INDICATOR
LIGHT and remove ground clip and screw
holding ground wire to cabinet top and control
panel. Refer to Figure 4.
NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
reconnecting wires.
c. Metered models: (Refer to Figure 8)
(1) Insert key in service door lock on top of
meter case and unlock door.
(2) Lift rear of service door approximately 45°
off meter case to disengage notched tabs
with internal rib at top of meter case.
NOTE: When reinstalling service door and
accumulator, front end of door must be inserted at
about a 45° angle in order to engage notched tabs
with internal rib at top of meter case.
Nonmetered models: (Refer to Figure 7)
(1) Remove four screws holding timer and
plate to timer case.
(2) Pull timer and plate out of timer case as far
as wires will permit.
d. Remove cap screw holding control hood to
meter case. Refer to Figure 5.
e. Remove two screws holding control hood to
cabinet top and lift hood off rear tabs. Refer to
Figure 5.
23. CONTROL HOOD REAR COVER
Refer to Figure 5 for removal.
24. SERVICE DOOR, ACCUMULATOR AND
COUNTER (Metered Models)
Refer to Figure 8
a. Insert key in service door lock on top of meter
case and unlock door.
b. Lift rear of service door approximately 45° off
meter case to disengage notched tabs with
internal rib at top of meter case.
NOTE: When reinstalling service door and
accumulator, front end of door must be inserted at
about a 45° angle in order to engage notched tabs
with internal rib at top of meter case.
c. Disconnect accumulator wires at connectors.
NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
reconnecting wires.
d. Remove ground screw holding green ground
wire to accumulator mounting bracket.
e. Remove two screws and lockwashers holding
accumulator to mounting bracket.
f. Counter (if present)
(1) Disconnect wire from terminal on
accumulator switch “C.”
(2) Cut other wire at butt splice connector.
NOTE: The butt splice connector will need to be
replaced during reinstallation.
(3) Cut harness strap holding wires to bracket.
NOTE: Harness strap must be replaced during
reinstallation.
(4) The counter is mounted inside the meter
case with two-sided tape.
NOTE: When installing a new counter, remove the
protective backing from the tape located on
underside of new counter. Press the new counter
firmly in place. Tape on counter will reach full
adhesion in approximately 24 hours.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the dryer(s) before servicing.
• Close gas shut-off valve to gas dryer(s) before servicing.
• Never start the dryer(s) with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the dryer is properly grounded.
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To Test Accumulator and Timing Motor
(Metered Models - Refer to Figure 10)
1. Remove service door, accumulator and timing
motor assembly. Refer to Paragraph 24.
2. Remove wires from one side of each switch.
NOTE: Refer to appropriate wiring diagram when
rewiring switches.
3. Manually advance timing cam to disengage it
from ratchet wheel.
4. Set meter to read OHMS and apply leads on
terminals of each switch. You should read the
following:
Switch A - “zero” Ohms (closed)
Switch B - “zero” Ohms (closed)
Switch C (if present) - “infinite” (open)
5. Manually advance timing cam until it engages
with ratchet wheel and the first “click” is heard.
Switch B should now read “infinite” (open).
6. Continue to rotate timing cam until second
“click” is heard. Switch B should remain open.
Switch A should read “infinite” (open) and
Switch C (if present) should read “zero” Ohms
(closed).
7. Timing motor – Apply live power to timing
motor leads. Timing motor should advance
timing cam.