American Dryer AD-120ES - Manual (Page 49)

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STEAM DRYERS
Clean the steam coil fins. We suggest using compressed air and a vacuum cleaner with brush attachment.
WARNING: 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 local air-conditioning
supply houses.
90 DAYS
Remove lint from around basket (tumbler), drive motors, and surrounding areas. Remove lint from gas
valve burner area with a dusting brush or vacuum cleaner attachment.
NOTE: To prevent damage, avoid cleaning and/or touching ignitor/flame-probe assembly.
Remove lint accumulation from inside control box and at the rear area behind control box.
Impellor (fan/blower) shaft bearings should be lubricated. Use a #3 grease or equivalent.
6 MONTHS
Inspect and remove lint accumulation in customer furnished exhaust duct work system and from dryers
internal exhaust ducting.
Impellor (fan/blower) belts and drive belts should be examined. Cracked and/or seriously frayed belts
should be replaced. Tighten belts when necessary.
WARNING: THE ACCUMULATION OF LINT IN THE EXHAUST DUCT WORK CAN
CREATE A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD.
WARNING: DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE FLOW OF COMBUSTION and VENTILATION
AIR. CHECK CUSTOMER FURNISHED BACK DRAFTED DAMPERS IN
EXHAUST DUCK WORK. INSPECT and REMOVE ANY LINT
ACCUMULATION WHICH CAN CAUSE DAMPER TO BIND OR STICK.
NOTE: A back draft damper that is sticking partially closed can result in slow drying and
shutdown of the heat circuit safety switches or thermostats.
NOTE: When cleaning dryer cabinet(s), avoid using harsh abrasives. A product intended for
the cleaning of appliances is recommended.