ADC AD-464 Service Manual

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5SECTION IIROUTINE MAINTENANCEA. CLEANINGA schedule should be established for periodic inspection, cleaning, and removal of lint from various areas of thedryer, as well as throughout the duct work system. The frequency of cleaning can best be determined fromexperience at each location. Maximum operating efficiency is dependent upon proper air circulation. Theaccumulation of lint can restrict this air flow. If the guidelines in this section are met, an ADC dryer will providemany years of efficient, trouble-free, and - most importantly - safe operation.WARNING: LINT FROM MOST FABRICS IS HIGHLY COMBUSTIBLE. THEACCUMULATION OF LINT CAN CREATE A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD.WARNING: KEEP DRYER AREA CLEAR AND FREE FROM COMBUSTIBLEMATERIALS, GASOLINE, and OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS andLIQUIDS.NOTE: REMOVE POWER FROM THE MACHINE BEFORE PERFORMING ANYMAINTENANCE IN THE DRYER.NOTE: Suggested time intervals shown are for average usage which is considered six (6) to eight (8)operational (running) hours per day.SUGGESTED CLEANING SCHEDULEEVERY THIRD or FOURTH LOADClean the lint screen. A clogged lint screen will cause poor dryer performance. The lint screen is located inthe lint drawer in the base of the dryer. Pull out the lint drawer, brush the lint off the lint screen, and removethe lint. Inspect the lint screen and replace if torn.NOTE: The frequency of cleaning the lint screens can best be determined from experience at eachlocation.WEEKLYOpen the hinged panels on each side of the tumbler section and remove any lint accumulation from the tumblerdrive motor, drive shafts, gear reducer, drive belts, drive wheels, and drive shaft bearings.Slide the lint basket all the way out of the dryer and clean any lint accumulation off of the temperature sensorbracket, which is located above the lint basket.WARNING: TO AVOID THE HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DISCONTINUEELECTRICAL SUPPLY TO THE DRYER.