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ML-410 Phase 7
Installation/Operator’s Manual
WARNING: For your safety the
AVERTISSEMENT: Assurez-vous de bien
information in this manual must be
suivre les instructions données dans cette
followed to minimize the risk of fire or notice pour réduire au minimum le risque
explosion or to prevent property damage,
dincendie ou dexplosion ou pour éviter tout
personal injury or death. dommage matériel, toute blessure ou la mort.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
Ne pas entreposer
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Retain This Manual In A Safe Place For Future Reference American Dryer Corporation products embody 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/operator's manual included with the dryer. The following FOR YOUR SAFETY caution
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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, ADJUST- ING, INSTALLATION, or TESTING OF ANY EQUIPMENT per OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) STANDARDS. «Attention: Lor des opérations dentretien des commandes étiqueter tous fils avant Caution: Label all wires prior to de les déconnecter. Toute erreur de disconnection when servicing co
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WARNING The dryer must never be operated with any of the back guards, outer tops, or service panels removed. PERSONAL INJURY or FIRE COULD RESULT. WARNING DRYER MUST NEVER BE OPERATED WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER (SCREEN) IN PLACE, EVEN IF AN EXTERNAL LINT COLLECTION SYSTEM IS USED. IMPORTANT PLEASE OBSERVE ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS displayed on the equipment or specified in the installation/operator's manual included with the dryer. Dryers must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be ex
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Table of Contents ML-410 REFERENCE GUIDE................................................................................3 INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................5 ML-410 MACHINE OPERATIONAL SUMMARY ....................................................................... 5 ML-410 OPERATOR CONTROLS/INDICATORS ........................................................................ 5 ML-410 MACHINE OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING
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SECTION V WARRANTY INFORMATION ..............................................................................51 A. Returning Warranty Card(s) ...................................................................................................... 51 B. Parts ........................................................................................................................................ 51 C. Returning Warranty Part(s) .........................................................................
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ML-410 Reference Guide 3
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INTRODUCTION ML-410 MACHINE OPERATIONAL SUMMARY The model ML-410 incorporates one (1) EMERGENCY STOP (E-Stop) BUTTON located centrally on the Right Front Control Door. This RED MUSHROOM PUSH-BUTTON is PUSH TO STOP the machine and TURN TO RELEASE or PULL TO RELEASE type control device. This button must be in the released mode to power the machine. The PHASE 7 MICROPROCESSOR CONTROLLER (Computer) display will light when the EMERGENCY STOP (E-Stop) BUTTON is in the released mode. To t
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JOG (Forward/Reverse Push-Buttons) These two (2) push-buttons, located towards the left side of the Right Front Control Door, are for either loading or unloading the tumbler (basket). JOG functions are only enabled when the doors are open. NOTE: There is a PLC controlled DWELL TIME between forward jog or reverse jog selection to prevent plug starting the tumbler (basket) drive motor. LOAD/DRY/UNLOAD (Three [3] Position Selector Switch) TILT (Off - On) (Two [2] Position Selector Switch) The
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ML-410 MACHINE OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION END OF CYCLE/HEATER FAULT INDICATOR The End of Cycle light located on the top of the ML-410, is triggered by the End of Cycle Signal of the Phase 7 Microprocessor Controller (computer) I/O (input/output) board. The 1 second flashing is accomplished by a Flasher Module located on the Main Control Panel in the Right Front Control Cabinet. Refer to the electrical blueprints included with this machine for detailed signal routing. If this EN
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3. If Air Jet L.E.D. (light emitting diode) is on then check the wiring from the Phase 7 Microprocessor Controller (computer) to the air valve. 4. Faulty air valve. LOAD/DRY/UNLOAD (Selector Switch) and TILT FUNCTION (Off - On Selector Switch) As mentioned in the machine summary (refer to page 5), the LOAD/DRY/UNLOAD selector switch and TILT Off - On selector switch work in conjunction with each other. UNLOAD or LOAD LEVEL...opens the load doors only If this selection does not operate; 1. Ch
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DRY This selection prepares the machine for a Material Drying Command from the Phase 7 Microprocessor Controller (computer). NOTE: Before a drying cycle can be selected, the tumbler (basket) section must be in the level position and both the Front Horizontal Doors as well as the Lint Drawer must be closed. The PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) senses that the machine is level by the two (2) level switches located on the left side of the base section. One (1) switch is towards the rear of th
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GAS PRESSURE The natural gas pressure supplied to the dryer must be between 6-inches (14.92 mb) and 12-inches of W.C. (water column) - 29.9 mb - pressure. If the supply pressure is above 12-inches water column (29.9 mb) than an external regulator must be installed to reduce the gas supply pressure to between 6-inches (14.92 mb) and 12- inches of water column (29.9 mb). Once the flame has been established in both burner boxes, the natural gas outlet manifold pressure measured at each gas valve p
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Refer to the system ladder diagram for HEAT signal information. There are several safety devices that must be satisfied prior to ignition. Any one of these safety devices can cause NO IGNITION, therefore a BURNER FAULT...i.e., FRONT AIRFLOW SWITCH REAR AIRFLOW SWITCH EXHAUST MANUAL RESET HI-LIMIT SWITCH FRONT BURNER MANUAL RESET HI-LIMIT SWITCH REAR BURNER MANUAL RESET HI-LIMIT SWITCH DEFECTIVE ELECTRICAL HEAT CIRCUIT ONE BURNER WILL NOT IGNITE AT THE BEGINNING OF A CYCLE This condition ca
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SYSTEM LADDER DIAGRAM The SYSTEM LADDER DIAGRAM is an overview on the electrical connections of the ML-410. This diagram is for signal flow information and is a tool to direct an individual in the correct direction for troubleshooting this machine. The ML-410 system is divided into a number of electrical sections which are as follows: 1. Right Front Control Panel The RIGHT FRONT CONTROL PANEL is located in the Right Front Control Cabinet of the ML-410. This panel is the heart of the drying sy
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OPTIONAL SPRINKLER CONTROL SIGNALS 4. Left Hand Control Cabinet The thermal magnetic overload and reversing contactor for the tumbler (basket) motor! The OPTIONAL SPRINKLER CIRCUIT main control panel will be located in the left front electrical enclosure. If a SPRINKLER OPTION is included with the ML-410, this panel will include an AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY STOP (E-Stop) feature. This feature requires the Sprinkler Circuit be functional for the dryer to be powered. NOTE: There will be a dedicate
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SECTION I IMPORTANT INFORMATION A. RECEIVING and HANDLING The dryer is shipped in a protective stretch wrap cover with protective cardboard corners and top cover (or optional box) as a means of preventing damage in transit. Upon delivery, the dryer and/or packaging, and wooden skid should be visually inspected for shipping damage. If any damage whatsoever is noticed, inspect further before delivering carrier leaves. Dryers damaged in shipment: 1. ALL dryers should be inspected upon receipt an
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B. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. WARNING: The dryer must never be operated with any of the back guards, outer tops, or service panels removed. PERSONAL INJURY or FIRE COULD RESULT. 1. DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. 2. Purchaser/user should cons
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7. A program should be established for the inspection and cleaning of lint in the burner area, exhaust duct work, 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 exhaust duct work can create a potential fire hazard. 8. For personal safety, the dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes and/or the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFP
