American Dryer Corp. ML-96HS - Manual (Page 36)

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2. Remove lint from gas valve burner area with a dusting brush or vacuum cleaner attachment.
3. Clean any lint accumulation in and around both the blower and drive motor casing openings.
NOTE: To prevent damage, avoid cleaning or touching ignitor and flame-probe assembly.
EVERY 6 MONTHS
Inspect and remove lint accumulation in customer furnished exhaust duct work system and from dryers
internal exhaust ducting. Drive and idler shaft bearings should be lubricated. Use a #3 grease or equivalent.
NOTE: THE ACCUMULATION OF LINT IN THE EXHAUST DUCT WORK CAN
CREATE A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD.
NOTE: DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE FLOW OF COMBUSTION and VENTILATION AIR.
CHECK BACK DRAFT DAMPERS IN THE EXHAUST DUCT WORK. INSPECT and
REMOVE ANY LINT ACCUMULATION WHICH CAN CAUSE THE 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 the dryer cabinets, avoid using harsh abrasives. A product intended for the
cleaning of appliances is recommended.
B. ADJUSTMENTS
7 DAYS AFTER INSTALLATION and EVERY 6 MONTHS THEREAFTER
Inspect bolts, nuts, screws, (bearing set screws), nonpermanent gas connections (unions, shut-off valves,
orifices, and grounding connections). Motor and drive belts should be examined. Cracked or seriously
frayed belts should be replaced. Tighten loose V-belts when necessary. Complete operational check of
controls and valves. Complete operational check of ALL safety devices (door switches, lint drawer switch,
sail switch, burner and hi-limit thermostats).
C. LUBRICATION
The drive shaft bearings and idler shaft bearings should be lubricated every three (3) months. Use a #3 grease
or equivalent. LUBRICATION IS NECESSARY.