ADC AD-78 - Manual (Page 16)

C. DRYER ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS
Bulkheads and partitions should be made of noncombustible materials and must be located a minimum of
twelve (12) inches (18-inches or more is recommended for ease of installation, maintenance, and service) above
the dryer outer top, except along the front of the dryer which may be partially closed in if desired. The clearance
between the bulkhead header and the dryer must be a minimum of four (4) inches and must not extend more
than four (4) inches to the rear of the front. The bulkhead facing must not be closed in all the way to the top of
the dryer. A one (1) inch clearance is required.
fr-2" SUGGESTED
FOR EASE OF MAINT.)
TO ALLOW CONTROL DOOR
TO OPEN.
*IN CASES WHERE SPRINKLER HEADS ARE OVER THE DRYERS 18" IS SUGGESTED.
INSTALLATION: DRYER CLEARANCE TO ADJACENT WALL STRUCTURES.
I NOTE: Allowances must be made for opening the control door.
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Dryers may positioned side wall to side wall. However, a 1/16" minimum allowance must be made for opening
and closing of the control door and the lint door. It is suggested that the dryer be positioned about two (2) feet
away from the nearest obstruction for ease of installation, maintenance, and service (to be measured from the
back guard. (Refer to the illustration above for details.)
I NOTE: Air considerations are important for proper and efficient operation.
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